Fritz fought back to beat his good friend Tiafoe 4-6 7-5 4-6 6-4 6-1 under the lights in New York. Andy Roddick was the last American man to win a major singles title, having triumphed at the US Open in 2003. Roddick was also the last American man to reach a Grand Slam singles final… Continue reading Taylor Fritz became the first American man in 15 years to reach a Grand Slam singles final as he beat compatriot Frances Tiafoe in a five-set US Open thriller.
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Didier Deschamps Will Continue to Experiment Despite Italy Defeat
France manager Didier Deschamps spoke before Friday’s game with Italy about using the Nations League as an opportunity to test new players, and after their 3-1 defeat in Paris, that plan has not changed. Deschamps was heavily criticised after Euro 2024, where, despite his side reaching the semi-finals, they had failed to impress, and against… Continue reading Didier Deschamps Will Continue to Experiment Despite Italy Defeat
Randhir Singh Set to be Elected as First OCA President from India
Better marketing for the Asian Games and getting more sponsors on board will be high on the agenda when Randhir Singh takes over as president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) on Sunday. The 77-year-old Indian has been the OCA acting president since 2021, filling in for Kuwait’s Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah, who was… Continue reading Randhir Singh Set to be Elected as First OCA President from India
National powerlifting star Bonnie Bunyau Gustin overcame severe left shoulder pain to retain his gold medal in the men’s 72kg category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics on Friday (Sept 6).
Bonnie, who had been struggling with the injury since last week, revealed that the pain, which started during training at the Porte de La Chapelle Arena, had led to significant swelling. “The first lift was painful, and it only worsened with each attempt. I’ve never experienced such pain before; it used to be just my… Continue reading National powerlifting star Bonnie Bunyau Gustin overcame severe left shoulder pain to retain his gold medal in the men’s 72kg category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics on Friday (Sept 6).
Msigwa Kumlipa Mbowe Bilioni 5
Mwenyekiti wa Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo CHADEMA, Freeman Mbowe amemtaka aliyekuwa Kada wa Chama hicho, Mchungaji Peter Msigwa kumlipa kiasi cha shilingi Bilioni tano kama fidia kwa madai ya kumtolea maneno ya kashfa. Peter Msigwa ambaye alihamia CCM akitokea CHADEMA June 30 2024, amethibitisha kupokea barua kutoka kwa Jopo la Mawakili watano wa Mbowe… Continue reading Msigwa Kumlipa Mbowe Bilioni 5
Craig Bellamy praised Wales for an “outstanding” display as they started his reign with a Nations League draw against Turkey, and said there is much more to come from his team.
Bellamy’s adventurous new playing style was evident as Wales sparkled against the Euro 2024 quarter-finalists in Cardiff on Friday, even if they were unable to turn their dominance into victory. The former Wales captain only had four days to prepare his players for the match and was encouraged by what he saw before their next… Continue reading Craig Bellamy praised Wales for an “outstanding” display as they started his reign with a Nations League draw against Turkey, and said there is much more to come from his team.
Danish men’s singles shuttler Anders Antonsen (pic) has appointed his older brother Kasper Antonsen as his new head coach.
The 30-year-old Kasper, who is a former player, is set to replace Joachim Persson and will start coaching Anders next month. Anders made the announcement via social media and said that he was delighted to have his brother alongside him in an official capacity. “I really had no doubt who I wanted to bring onboard… Continue reading Danish men’s singles shuttler Anders Antonsen (pic) has appointed his older brother Kasper Antonsen as his new head coach.
Justin makes a Super 300 Breakthrough Win
Men’s singles shuttler Justin Hoh’s run in the Taiwan Open came to an end in the quarter-finals but he gained valuable experience after losing to home favourite Chou Tien-chen. Justin went down 12-21, 14-21 in what was his first meeting against world No. 9 Tien-chen in 43 minutes in Taipei yesterday. Despite the defeat, the… Continue reading Justin makes a Super 300 Breakthrough Win
Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman hopes to tap into the emotional side of facing England, but insists he will tackle Saturday’s much-anticipated Nations League meeting with a “smart head”.
While the veteran Irish skipper, 35, has faced England before in two friendlies, he is expected to lead his side out against the Three Lions for the first time in a competitive setting this weekend. Coleman missed the Republic of Ireland’s 3-0 friendly defeat by England at Wembley in 2020 having featured in the 1-1… Continue reading Republic of Ireland captain Seamus Coleman hopes to tap into the emotional side of facing England, but insists he will tackle Saturday’s much-anticipated Nations League meeting with a “smart head”.
Steven Bergwijn says he does not want to play under Ronald Koeman after being criticised by the Netherlands coach.
Koeman said he will not select Bergwijn after the 26-year-old forward made a £17.7m move from Ajax to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad on Monday. The former Everton and Southampton boss believes the move shows Bergwijn’s main ambition is financial, not sporting, and added “the book is basically closed to him. “He knows what I… Continue reading Steven Bergwijn says he does not want to play under Ronald Koeman after being criticised by the Netherlands coach.
