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Alex de Minaur and Matt Ebden share Newcombe Medal
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Alex de Minaur and Matt Ebden share Newcombe Medal

ABC  

Alex de Minaur's stand-out year was not enough to claim the Newcombe Medal outright, with the world number nine sharing Australia's top tennis honour with doubles star Matt Ebden. Matt Ebden won the John Newcombe medal for the first time "I'm so proud and happy to win the Newcombe Medal award again, and want to say how much I appreciate …

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IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034
3 weeks ago

IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034

Associated Press  

GENEVA — Scheduling the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia back-to-back with the 2034 Salt Lake City Winter Games would pose “no risk” to the Olympics, a senior IOC official said Tuesday. Dubi’s comments suggested January 2034 is surprisingly open for FIFA and Saudi Arabia to stage soccer’s marquee event despite a near-clash with the Salt Lake City Olympics that …

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Canada's CSA Group bullish on biz in China, to open more facilities
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4 weeks, 1 day ago

Canada's CSA Group bullish on biz in China, to open more facilities

China Daily  

Believing that it has "underinvested" in China despite its first steps made 27 years ago, Canada's CSA Group will open more facilities in the country to seize growth opportunities and keep abreast of the leapfrogging development made by Chinese companies, said David Weinstein, president and CEO of the international standards development, testing and certification services provider. He said CSA will …

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Former World No.1 pair Rohan Bopanna, Matthew Ebden to split after ATP Finals
1 month, 1 week ago

Former World No.1 pair Rohan Bopanna, Matthew Ebden to split after ATP Finals

India Today  

Former World No.1 pair Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden are set to end their association after 2 successful years after the ATP Tour finals in Turin on November 15, Friday. “I think we have had a great two years together, and to finish on a high note, I think it will be beautiful,” added Bopanna. Now we’ve hit nearly all …

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Jannik Sinner’s doping case is already decided in court of public opinion, Italy’s tennis chief says
1 month, 1 week ago

Jannik Sinner’s doping case is already decided in court of public opinion, Italy’s tennis chief says

Associated Press  

TURIN, Italy — A final verdict in the doping case involving top-ranked Jannik Sinner likely won’t come until early next year. “No matter what type of decision is issued, there’s no doubt that Sinner is one of the cleanest and most honest athletes in world sport.” Sinner is playing at home for the first time since it was announced before …

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Casper Ruud interview: Tennis, golf and a quiet man with a lot to say
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Casper Ruud interview: Tennis, golf and a quiet man with a lot to say

New York Times  

“I’m ready whenever he is.” Casper Ruud, the world’s seventh-best male tennis player, isn’t actually talking about tennis. You have to have your life as well… so, for me, golf helps a lot, and with Casper, we spoke about it.” As for Ruud’s level, Alcaraz said: “I mean, he’s another level in golf. “Rafa is really good but I would …

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Building top rivalry and fresh momentum in women’s tennis
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Building top rivalry and fresh momentum in women’s tennis

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: In the middle of her title-winning run at the WTA Wuhan Open last month with the then world No.1 Iga Swiatek away on her coaching reboot, Aryna Sabalenka underlined a “much-needed”” occurrence in women’s tennis. “Having this rivalry with Iga,” the Belarusian said, “is something big for tennis and something much-needed, I would say, in women’s tennis.” For the …

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Happy with where I am: Alexander Zverev satisfied with his performance in 2024
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Happy with where I am: Alexander Zverev satisfied with his performance in 2024

India Today  

World number two Alexander Zverev says he is thrilled with his 2024 performance, feeling a renewed sense of accomplishment following a challenging road back from injury. Zverev secured his latest triumph at the Paris Masters earlier this month, a victory that solidified his place amongst the world’s elite as he enters the ATP Finals in Turin. Being able to compete …

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Zheng Qinwen Extends Winning Streak to Three Titles in Tokyo
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Zheng Qinwen Extends Winning Streak to Three Titles in Tokyo

China Daily  

China's Zheng Qinwen secures her third title of the year at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo, beating Sofia Kenin in the final. She becomes the first Chinese player to win an Olympic singles tennis gold when she triumphs in Paris. Qinwen keeps her cool to edge a tight first set despite two rain delays before taking the second comfortably. …

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'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage
2 months, 4 weeks ago

'Queen Wen' looking forward to home-court advantage

China Daily  

Aryna Sabalenka hits a forehand during an open practice session at the National Tennis Center in Beijing on Sunday. XINHUA Sabalenka eyes top spot World No 2 Sabalenka will return to action for the first time since her US Open triumph by playing in the China Open, and the Belarusian said on Tuesday that her sights were set on reclaiming …

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Ben Stokes open to extending his white-ball career with England following McCullum appointment
3 months ago

Ben Stokes open to extending his white-ball career with England following McCullum appointment

Associated Press  

CHESTER-LE-STREET, England — Ben Stokes’ white-ball career might not be over just yet. “If I get the call saying, ‘Do you want to come and play?’ — it’s definitely going to be a ‘yes,’” Stokes, England’s test captain, said in an interview with British broadcaster Sky Sports. England has launched a reboot of its white-ball teams to bring through the …

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Music gets an open house with upcoming Omkar Music Fest
3 months, 1 week ago

Music gets an open house with upcoming Omkar Music Fest

The Hindu  

The upcoming three-day Omkar Music Fest at Prestige Shantiniketan, marks the 10th anniversary of Omkar Music School led by Hindustani vocalist Iman Das. My lineage belongs to the Patiala gharana.” Seed of a dream “I want to see if the IT city of Bengaluru can be a parallel IC city and I am working towards this from our Academy.” One …

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Today in Sports - Tom Brady becomes first player in NFL history to start 300 regular season games
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Today in Sports - Tom Brady becomes first player in NFL history to start 300 regular season games

Associated Press  

Sept. 9 1909 — Jack Johnson retains his heavyweight boxing title when he fights Al Kaufman to a no decision in 10 rounds at Coffroth’s Arena, San Francisco, California. Tracy Austin, at 16 years, 8 months and 28 days, becomes the youngest U.S. Open women’s singles champion, ending Chris Evert’s 31-match win streak at the Open with a 6-4, 6-3 …

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Roger Federer receives lengthy standing ovation on first US Open appearance since retirement
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Roger Federer receives lengthy standing ovation on first US Open appearance since retirement

Hindustan Times  

Roger Federer on Tuesday returned to the Arthur Ashe Stadium, one of many famous tennis venues around the world that the Swiss had made his own in his glittering career. Roger Federer received a warm ovation from spectators in Arthur Ashe Stadium when he was introduced to the crowd during the second set of the US Open quarterfinal between Sabalenka …

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Sinner and Medvedev set up last-8 clash
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sinner and Medvedev set up last-8 clash

China Daily  

Daniil Medvedev of Russia returns a shot to Nuno Borges of Portugal during their US Open fourth-round match in New York on Monday. GETTY IMAGES/AFP NEW YORK — World No 1 Jannik Sinner and former champion Daniil Medvedev set up a US Open quarterfinal showdown on Monday as both men look to exploit the hole left by the shock exits …

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Luxury house glitters in gold
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Luxury house glitters in gold

China Daily  

The Dior J'adore exhibition in Paris in September 2023 was also themed on gold. CHINA DAILY The glare of gold is so captivating, mystic and luxurious that, over time, people have hailed this precious metal and its iridescent hue as a symbol of wealth with broad social and cultural indications. The power of gold, as well as the complicated meanings …

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US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic targets Grand Slam record, Jannik Sinner under cloud
4 months ago

US Open 2024: Novak Djokovic targets Grand Slam record, Jannik Sinner under cloud

The Hindu  

Novak Djokovic, fired up by his emotional Olympic Games triumph, targets new Grand Slam records at the US Open from Monday as title rival Jannik Sinner arrives in New York dogged by questions over two positive drug tests. Defending champion Djokovic can become the oldest Open era champion at the tournament if he secures a fifth title, a record he …

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Medvedev fired up for another tilt at Olympic tennis glory
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Medvedev fired up for another tilt at Olympic tennis glory

China Daily  

Daniil Medvedev of Russia hits a backhand return to Carlos Alcaraz of Spain during their Wimbledon semifinal match on July 12. In Miami in 2018, after Tsitsipas made a foul-mouthed remark about Medvedev, the Russian dismissed the Greek as a "small kid who doesn't know how to play". Germany's Zverev lashed out at Medvedev for taking a bathroom break at …

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Jason Day plays a lone Australian hand at The Open Championship as awful conditions play havoc at Royal Troon
5 months ago

Jason Day plays a lone Australian hand at The Open Championship as awful conditions play havoc at Royal Troon

ABC  

Jason Day has been left flying the flag for Australian men's golf after an otherwise wretched day on the Royal Troon links ended with the rest of the gold-and-green challenge at the British Open being blown away. Both Min Woo Lee and Adam Scott, world top-40 players, suffered in the gusty afternoon conditions overnight as their promising positions evaporated, while …

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Bastad Open 2024: Nadal reaches semifinals after four-hour marathon against Navone
5 months ago

Bastad Open 2024: Nadal reaches semifinals after four-hour marathon against Navone

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal fought into the semifinals of the Bastad Open on Friday as he defeated Argentina’s Mariano Navone 6-7, 7-5, 7-5 in three hours and 59 minutes. Nadal dropped serve three times in a row against an opponent who became the first man in the Open era to be seeded in his maiden Grand Slam appearance at this year’s French …

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Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters
5 months ago

Nadal powers past Norrie to reach Bastad quarters

The Hindu  

Rafael Nadal continued his Olympic preparations with a confident 6-4, 6-4 win over Cameron Norrie at the Bastad Open on Thursday, showing signs of the power hitting that fired him to 14 French Open titles. "Great feelings now, I've been a while now without playing on the Tour since Roland Garros and had the chance to compete well against a …

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Rohit Sharma sends out open invite to Team India fans for victory parade at Marine Drive after T20 World Cup win
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rohit Sharma sends out open invite to Team India fans for victory parade at Marine Drive after T20 World Cup win

Hindustan Times  

Fresh from winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 in the Caribbean, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma has shared a special message for Team India fans on Tuesday. The Indian skipper has invited Team India fans to the victory parade at Marine Drive and the Wankhede Stadium. India's Captain Rohit Sharma with his daughter Samaira and Virat Kohli after Team India …

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Halle Open 2024: Sinner beats Zhang, Hurkacz downs Zverev to set up final clash
6 months ago

Halle Open 2024: Sinner beats Zhang, Hurkacz downs Zverev to set up final clash

The Hindu  

Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz moved one step closer to his second Halle Open title when he beat home favourite Alexander Zverev 7-6, 6-4 on Saturday to set up a final against his doubles partner and world number one Jannik Sinner. Sinner beat China’s 42nd-ranked Zhang Zhizhen 6-4, 7-6 to reach the first grasscourt final of his career. Ticking off the milestones …

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Underdog Zhang upsets Medvedev
6 months ago

Underdog Zhang upsets Medvedev

China Daily  

China's Zhang Zhizhen recorded his second career victory over a top-5 player when he upset third-seeded Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 on grass at the Halle Open on Wednesday. OSPORTS First on clay and now on grass, China's pioneering tennis star Zhang Zhizhen has served up further proof of his all-around evolution with a shock victory over world No 5 …

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