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Gray aims to build more experience after Surbiton Trophy exit

Twickenham tennis ace Alastair Gray is eyeing up more opportunities on the ATP Challenger Tour after a spirited performance in the second round of the Surbiton Trophy to Christopher O'Connell. Gray, who is a member of the LTA's Men's & Women's Programme, through which the governing body provides a range of support to players aged 16-21 with the potential to progress towards competing in Grand Slams and representing Great Britain in Davis or Billie Jean King Cup, lost 6-3 7-6(5) to Australian O'Connell after an encouraging performance. Ad/> The 23-year-old pointed to experience as one reason why his opponent was able to get the better of him, as he found positives in his defeat.

‘A long time coming!’ – Linton Vassell signs new six-fight deal with Bellator to set up heavyweight title shot against Ryan Bader

Linton Vassell has signed a new six-fight deal with Bellator and is now just waiting for contracts to be signed for his heavyweight title fight against Ryan Bader.

Ben Stokes Dons Special Graham Thorpe During Toss Against New Zealand

In a heartwarming gesture, England Test Captain Ben Stokes walked out for toss in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's wearing a jersey bearing the name and Test cap number of former batter and batting coach Graham Thorpe, who is seriously ill and receiving treatment at a hospital. Stokes also said at the toss that he spoke to his wife and is thankful for the privacy the family has received so far.

Rafael Nadal faces ‘mental challenge’ against Alexander Zverev at French Open

Tim Henman believes Rafael Nadal’s biggest challenge against Alexander Zverev at the French Open will be mental rather than physical.

OPINION | Why Daniel Ricciardo's poor McLaren form could mean his F1 exit

Daniel Ricciardo. The Honeybadger. The smiling Australian. Formula 1's resident funnyman. However you refer to him, 2022 could be his last in the sport. And if it's not, he is achingly close to losing his seat with the McLaren F1 team.

Snooker news - Former Shoot Out Michael Holt loses tour card after 26-year stay on main circuit

Michael Holt suffered a 4-2 defeat to John Astley as his bid to retain his World Snooker Tour card failed at the final hurdle at Q School in Sheffield on Thursday. Having dropped to 65 in the world following a 6-3 loss to Tom Ford in the World Championship qualifiers in April, Holt needed to overcome Astley to earn a fresh two-year tour card in the finals of event three at Ponds Forge having turned professional in 1996. Ad/> Gateshead potter Astley – who defeated defending champion 6-2 Neil Robertson as an amateur at the UK Championship in November – made breaks of 52 and 78 in his win over Holt, who had levelled at 2-2 from 2-0 behind.

Lord's rises to the late Shane Warne on day of tributes

Lord's rose as one to pay tribute to the late, great Shane Warne after 23 overs on day one of the first LV= Insurance Test between England and New Zealand.

Man Utd's James Garner 'fits Everton's bill' for loan transfer as target responds to link

Pep Guardiola discusses being offered Paul Pogba in 2018

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Gray aims to build more experience after Surbiton Trophy exit

‘A long time coming!’ – Linton Vassell signs new six-fight deal with Bellator to set up heavyweight title shot against Ryan Bader

Ben Stokes Dons Special Graham Thorpe During Toss Against New Zealand

Rafael Nadal faces ‘mental challenge’ against Alexander Zverev at French Open

OPINION | Why Daniel Ricciardo's poor McLaren form could mean his F1 exit

Snooker news - Former Shoot Out Michael Holt loses tour card after 26-year stay on main circuit

Lord's rises to the late Shane Warne on day of tributes

Man Utd's James Garner 'fits Everton's bill' for loan transfer as target responds to link