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Lin Dan retirement ends era of ‘Chinese sports superstar’
The retirement of two-time Olympic champion Lin Dan signals the end of a golden era of Chinese sporting superstars, state media said on Tuesday.
Simona Halep ‘highly unlikely’ to play restricted US Open
World number two Simona Halep is “highly unlikely” to play in the U.S. Open with organisers set to put strict health protocols in place for the Grand Slam due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a spokeswoman for the Romanian told Reuters.
Naomi Osaka overtakes Serena Williams as world’s highest-paid female athlete
Japanese tennis star Naomi Osaka has become the world’s highest-paid female athlete, making US$37.4 million (S$50 million) in the past 12 months for an earnings record, Forbes magazine reported on Friday.
Novak Djokovic confident he will claim Grand Slam record
Novak Djokovic believes he will win the most Grand Slam titles and become the longest-reigning world number one by the time he retires, the 32-year-old Serb said in an interview.
Naomi Osaka using lockdown to conquer inner demons
Two-times Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka is using the novel coronavirus shutdown as one of self reflection to try and overcome her crippling shyness.
Serena Williams: I look forward to getting back on the court
US superstar Serena Williams says she’s ready to play “real tennis” after the enforced rest of coronavirus quarantine.
Novak Djokovic may dump tennis over compulsory vaccination talks
Novak Djokovic is worried that his stance over a potential coronavirus vaccination could signal the end of his record-breaking tennis career.
Wimbledon cancelled for the first time since World War II due to coronavirus
Wimbledon has been cancelled, due to the coronavirus pandemic, for the first time since the Second World War, with All England Club chiefs making the tough decision at an emergency board meeting on Wednesday.
Wimbledon will be cancelled – German official
Wimbledon organisers will announce the cancellation of the grasscourt Grand Slam this week due to the coronavirus pandemic, German Tennis Federation (DTB) vice-president Dirk Hordorff has told Sky Sports.
Simona Halep, Angelique Kerber pull out of Indian Wells
Former world number ones Simona Halep and Angelique Kerber have pulled out of next week’s BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells after failing to recover from injuries.
Novak Djokovic: Maria Sharapova ‘legend with mind of champion’
Novak Djokovic hailed Maria Sharapova as a “legend” with “the mind of a champion” after the Russian superstar announced her retirement from tennis at the age of 32 on Wednesday.
Maria Sharapova announces retirement
Maria Sharapova has announced her retirement from tennis at the age of 32 after winning five Grand Slam titles during her career.
Novak Djokovic laments Roge Federer’s absence in Dubai
Novak Djokovic admitted on Sunday he will miss injured rival Roger Federer as he prepares to begin his charge for the Dubai Championships.
Fed Cup: USA beat Latvia in doubles decider to reach finals
Sofia Kenin and Bethanie Mattek-Sands defeated Jelena Ostapenko and Anastasija Sevastova 6-4, 6-0 in a deciding doubles as the USA survived a Saturday scare to beat unheralded Latvia 3-2 and reach the Fed Cup finals.
Fed Cup: Anastasija Sevastova stuns Serena Williams to keep Latvia alive
Latvia’s 41st-ranked Anastasija Sevastova handed Serena Williams a shock first Fed Cup singles loss Saturday to level the qualifying tie against the USA 2-2 in Seattle.
Novak Djokovic says tough childhood made him a fighter
All-conquering Novak Djokovic Sunday said a turbulent childhood where he had to queue for milk and bread in war-torn Serbia made him hungry for success after he fought back from the brink to win his eighth Australian Open.
Novak Djokovic edges Dominic Thiem to win 8th Australian title
Novak Djokovic, who will return to the world number one ranking on Monday, kept his nerves as he rallied from a set down to beat fifth seed Dominic Thiem in the Australian Open final on Sunday, winning 6-4 4-6 2-6 6-3 6-4.
Novak Djokovic powers past Roger Federer into Australian Open final
Novak Djokovic shattered the hopes of ailing rival Roger Federer Thursday to sweep into a record eighth Australian Open final and move closer to his 17th Grand Slam crown.
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Timothy Castagne set to hold transfer talks with Jose Mourinho
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Northern education commissioners back federal government on reopening of schools
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Kogi reassures on security of lives and properties
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FRSC tasks transport stakeholders on adherence to coronavirus protocols
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) Akwa Ibom Command has urged transport unions and fleet operators in the state to ensure compliance with Nigeria Centre for Disease Control guidelines and protocols at motor parks.
Pat Utomi seeks new movement to rescue Nigeria from collapse
Nigeria’s leading political economist, Prof Pat Utomi, Saturday explained the need to build a new national political movement to rescue Nigeria and address burning issues that put its corporate existence under threat.
Morgan Schneiderlin blames himself for Manchester United failure
The French midfielder moved to Old Trafford from Southampton in 2015, but made only 32 Premier League appearances before moving on to Everton 18 months later.
Real Madrid in sight of title after beating Alaves
Real Madrid could win La Liga on Monday after a routine 2-0 win over Alaves on Friday put them within touching distance of the title.
Ryan Sessegnon to leave Tottenham on loan after a lack of minutes
Ryan Sessegnon could be sent out on loan next season after failing to force his way into Tottenham’s starting XI under José Mourinho.