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India, Australia Cricketers Pay Tribute To Odisha Train Crash Victims Ahead Of WTC Final With Special Gesture

The World Test Championship final between Indian cricket team and Australian cricket team is underway. Indian skipper Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to field first in the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia at the Oval in London on Wednesday. Ahead of the game, as the two sides lined up for their national anthems, they observed a moment's of silence for the victims of the recent Odisha train crash. The Coromandel Express crashed into a goods train, derailing most of its coaches at 7 pm on June 2. In all, over 270 people died in the accident and more than 1,200 were injured. A few coaches of Coromandel toppled over the last few coaches of the Bengaluru-Howrah Express which was passing by at the same time.

Peniston credits strong returning for opening Surbiton win

Ryan Peniston reckons his handling of hard-hitting Jiri Vesely's serve propelled him to victory at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The Southend star, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme, stormed to a 6-4 6-2 triumph over the former world No.35 in West London. Ad Peniston, 27, will now play Jason Kubler after the Australian's 6-1 7-6 (4) victory over Gijs Brouwer.

Jay Clarke admits disappointment in Surbiton defeat

Jay Clarke admits his inability to react to his opponent's distinct style of play scuppered his chances at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The Derby ace, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme, got off to a strong start in the first set against Australian ace Luke Saville but eventually fell to a 6-4 6-0 defeat after a disappointing display in the second. Ad The result means Saville will progress in West London having already beaten Colombia's Nicolas Mejia, while Clarke, 24, will go back to the drawing board.

Boulter predicts British women's tennis on cusp of brilliant new era

Katie Boulter believes British women's tennis is on the cusp of an exciting new era after setting up a showdown with compatriot Sonay Kartal at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The Leicester ace, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme, beat Australian Olivia Gadecki 6-2 6-1 to become the fifth British woman to progress to the last 16 in West London.

Sonay Kartal defies pre-tournament illness to cruise through Surbiton opener

Sonay Kartal has not let a pre-tournament virus stop her from hitting her stride at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The 21-year-old Brighton star, who is supported by the LTA's PSP Programme, breezed past Slovakian Viktoria Hruncakova 6-3 6-2 to advance to the round of 16 in West London. Ad The victory sets up an all-British clash against Katie Boulter, who sailed past Australia's Olivia Gadecki in straight sets shortly after Kartal's victory.

Dan Cox bemoans packed schedule after Surbiton loss

Dan Cox admits a relentless schedule took its toll after being knocked out by Frenchman Constant Lestienne at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The 32-year-old from Lincoln was beaten 3-6 6-3 7-5 by his experienced rival despite coming out of the blocks firing in the opening set. Ad Cox played a gruelling three-set match against fellow Brit Arthur Fery yesterday afternoon to qualify for the main draw, while Lestienne was playing his first match in West London.

Boulter spearheads strong British day at Lexus Surbiton Trophy

Katie Boulter helped spearhead a memorable day for British women at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy by becoming one of several home stars to book their place in the last 16. The Leicester ace, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme, beat Australian Olivia Gadecki 6-2 6-1 to set up a tantalising all-British clash with Sonay Kartal on Thursday. Ad Kartal, who is supported by the LTA's PSP Programme, grabbed revenge against Viktoria Hruncakova as a 6-3 6-2 win turned the tables on a defeat against the Slovakian in French Open qualifying.

Dan Evans taking step into the unknown as grass court season begins

Dan Evans is taking a deliberate step into the unknown in his pursuit of grass court success. The Birmingham ace and British No.2 beat Australian James Mccabe 6-4 6-4 to progress to the last 16 of the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy on Tuesday afternoon. Ad Evans, 33, is a surprise inclusion at the West London event after saying he would not seek a Surbiton wildcard following a first round French Open defeat against Thanasi Kokkinakis.

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India, Australia Cricketers Pay Tribute To Odisha Train Crash Victims Ahead Of WTC Final With Special Gesture

Peniston credits strong returning for opening Surbiton win

Jay Clarke admits disappointment in Surbiton defeat

Boulter predicts British women's tennis on cusp of brilliant new era

Sonay Kartal defies pre-tournament illness to cruise through Surbiton opener

Dan Cox bemoans packed schedule after Surbiton loss

Boulter spearheads strong British day at Lexus Surbiton Trophy

Dan Evans taking step into the unknown as grass court season begins