Aryna Sabalenka’s return to top spot in the WTA rankings after leapfrogging Iga Swiatek has set up a thrilling end to the season, with next month’s WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia likely to prove decisive in the race to end the year as world number one. Sabalenka has enjoyed a spectacular season, defending her Australian… Continue reading Sabalenka determined to stay world number one after leapfrogging Swiatek
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Chelsea boss Bompastor calls for goal-line technology in women’s game
Chelsea coach Sonia Bompastor called for the introduction of goal-line technology in women’s soccer after her side conceded a controversial goal during their 5-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the Women’s Super League (WSL) on Sunday. Spurs scored their first goal when Amanda Nilden’s long-range effort appeared to be saved by Chelsea keeper Hannah Hampton,… Continue reading Chelsea boss Bompastor calls for goal-line technology in women’s game
New Zealand coach lauds Ravindra, O’Rourke for big roles in win
BENGALURU, – New Zealand coach Gary Stead said all-rounder Rachin Ravindra and pace bowler William O’Rourke will be brimming with confidence after the pair played crucial roles in the team’s first test victory in India for 36 years. The Black Caps withstood some hostile bowling in the series opener in Bengaluru on Sunday to successfully… Continue reading New Zealand coach lauds Ravindra, O’Rourke for big roles in win
J.T. Poston hangs on to win Shriners Children’s Open
J.T. Poston had a strong back nine and returned to the winner’s circle at the Shriners Children’s Open on Sunday in Las Vegas. Poston’s 4-under-par 67 pushed him to 22-under 262 for the week at TPC Summerlin, giving him a one-shot win over playing partner Doug Ghim (final-round 65). The tournament had fallen behind schedule… Continue reading J.T. Poston hangs on to win Shriners Children’s Open
Fans of Bangladesh’s Shakib attacked during protest
DHAKA, – A group of fans calling for Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan to play in a farewell test against South Africa were attacked by rival protesters wielding sticks and bamboo on Sunday, police said. Shakib was a member of parliament for the Awami League led by Sheikh Hasina, whose 15-year rule as prime minister… Continue reading Fans of Bangladesh’s Shakib attacked during protest
Arsenal to channel Bournemouth pain into Shakhtar clash, Arteta says
Arsenal will use the hurt from their first Premier League defeat of the season to deliver a strong response in their home clash against Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League, manager Mikel Arteta said on Monday. Saturday’s 2-0 loss at Bournemouth brought Arsenal’s unbeaten start to the league season to a shuddering halt… Continue reading Arsenal to channel Bournemouth pain into Shakhtar clash, Arteta says
Lanky Anders Antonsen lifted the second Denmark Open men’s singles title but this one was more meaningful.
On Sunday, a determined Antonsen beat spirited Koki Watanabe of Japan 21-15, 21-16 in the final at the Jyske Bank Arena in Odense to the delight of his adoring home fans. It was his second home title following the success at 2020, where the tournament then went on during the Covid-19 outbreak under strict guidelines… Continue reading Lanky Anders Antonsen lifted the second Denmark Open men’s singles title but this one was more meaningful.
Naomi osaka will escape Billie Jean King Cup final
Japan’s Naomi Osaka said she will skip next month’s Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Spain as she recovers from injuries that have kept her out of key tournaments during the WTA’s Asian swing. The four-times Grand Slam champion had been one of the big drawcards for the team tournament in Malaga from Nov. 13-20,… Continue reading Naomi osaka will escape Billie Jean King Cup final
Aryna sabalenka ranked to the top of WTA
Aryna Sabalenka’s return to top spot in the WTA rankings after leapfrogging Iga Swiatek has set up a thrilling end to the season, with next month’s WTA Finals in Saudi Arabia likely to prove decisive in the race to end the year as world number one. Sabalenka has enjoyed a spectacular season, defending her Australian… Continue reading Aryna sabalenka ranked to the top of WTA
United States to face Canada in the group stage
Top seeds the United States will face neighbours Canada in the group stage when Coco Gauff makes her debut in the third edition of the United Cup mixed team tournament in Sydney and Perth at the start of next season. World number three Gauff will be joined in the U.S. team by Taylor Fritz, Denis… Continue reading United States to face Canada in the group stage
