Tributes paid to Britain's Got Talent star Kerri-Anne Donaldson who has died aged 38
Tributes have been paid to Britain's Got Talent star Kerri-Anne Donaldson who has died at the age of 38.
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Dart kicks off Surbiton campaign with hard-fought win
Harriet Dart is looking forward to improving her run at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy after kicking off her grass court season with a battling win over Belgian Magali Kempen. The Hampstead player, who is supported by the LTA's PSP Programme, grabbed a 2-6 6-4 6-3 triumph against the qualifier on Wednesday afternoon. Ad Dart, 26, showed huge heart after a disappointing performance in the opening set as she looks to rediscover her grass court form from last season, where she reached the third round of Wimbledon for the second successive year.
Peniston rues missed opportunity to play Murray at Surbiton
Ryan Peniston rued a missed opportunity to set up a 'special' LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy quarter-final against Andy Murray after slipping to defeat against Australian Jason Kubler. The British No.7, who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme, was beaten 6-3 7-6 (5) by Kubler in the last 16, dashing his hopes of competing in an all-British affair against the two-time Wimbledon champion on Friday. Ad Murray got the better of China's Bu Yunchaokete, winning 7-6 (1) 6-4 to continue his strong start to the grass court season.
Liverpool sign midfielder Mac Allister from Brighton
Liverpool have signed World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister from Brighton & Hove Albion on a long-term contract, the Premier League club said on Thursday as they rebuild for next season after a difficult campaign.
Miyazaki edges all-British battle on busy day at Surbiton
Lily Miyazaki triumphed in the battle of the Brits to stun Jodie Burrage and progress to the last 16 on a thrilling day of action at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The duo are both coached by Craig Veal, but it was the lower-ranked Miyazaki — who is supported by the LTA's Pro Access Programme — who triumphed in the south-west London sunshine. Ad The British No.7 beat her friend-turned-rival — who is supported by the LTA's PSP Programme — 6-3 2-6 4-6 to set up a mouth-watering match against fellow compatriot Eden Silva.
Kyle Walker: City driven by Champions League loss to Chelsea for this year's final with Inter Milan
Manchester City are determined to "right the wrongs" of their defeat to Chelsea in the 2021 Champions League final when they take on Inter Milan on Saturday in this year's showpiece, defender Kyle Walker said.
Maia Lumsden believes tough Surbiton test will stand her in good stead
Maia Lumsden says a tough test against a higher-ranked opponent will stand her in good stead for the grass court season despite suffering defeat at the LTA's Lexus Surbiton Trophy. The Glasgow player, 25, returned to singles competition at the West London tournament but was unable to battle past Frenchwoman Oceane Dodin in the last 32. Ad Lumsden looked back to her best during a strong second-set showing but Dodin, who is ranked over 30 places higher in the world, edged out a 7-5 3-6 6-3 victory.
How can I watch the Champions League final? Kick-off time, live stream and US channel details
The big one is almost upon us. Manchester City's date with destiny is just around the corner as they bid to win their very first European Cup in a showdown with Inter Milan.