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Andy Murray advances in Doha with marathon win over Alexander Zverev

DOHA: Andy Murray teetered on the brink before beating Alexander Zverev in a marathon that lasted more than three hours on Wednesday to reach the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open.Murray won 7-6 (7/5), 2-6, 7-5 after he was twice two points from defeat on his serve in the third set.In his on-court interview after the victory, Murray said the crowd helped him."It makes a big difference for the players when we come and get a lot of energy and a great atmosphere from the crowd," Murray said. "I obviously enjoyed playing in that atmosphere tonight."

Untroubled Iga Swiatek enters semifinals in Dubai

The 21-year-old Pole was then handed a walkover into the semifinals when scheduled quarterfinal opponent Karolina Pliskova pulled out with an injury.On Wednesday, Swiatek triumphed 6-1, 6-0 over Samsonova to follow her opening 6-1, 6-1 win over Leylah Fernandez.Swiatek has dropped only eight games in her last six matches, a stretch which saw her lift the Doha title last weekend.

ATP roundup: Andrey Rublev escapes for win in Doha

Top-seeded Andrey Rublev of Russia staved off three match points while rallying for a 1-6, 6-1, 7-6 (6) win over the Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor in the second round of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open on Wednesday in Doha.

Murray advances in Doha with marathon win over Zverev

DOHA: Andy Murray teetered on the brink before beating Alexander Zverev in a marathon that lasted more than three hours on Wednesday to reach the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open. Murray won 7-6 (7/5), 2-6, 7-5 after he was twice two points from defeat on his serve in the third set. In his on-court interview after the victory, Murray said the crowd helped him.

Qatar Airways becomes key Formula One backer

Qatar Airways on Wednesday became the main sponsor of Formula One in a strategic new inroad by the wealthy Gulf state into international sport, the airline announced.

Andy Murray storms into Qatar Open 2023 quarter-finals with marathon win over fourth seed Alexander Zverev

Andy Murray stormed into the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open with a stunning three-set win over fourth seed Alexander Zverev in an epic three-hour contest. The 35-year-old, competing in Doha after being handed a wild card, had to battle hard to overcome the big-serving German, putting in another lung-busting effort two days after a marathon comeback victory over Lorenzo Sonego.

Qatar Airways to become Formula One's main airline sponsor

DOHA: Qatar Airways will become the main airline sponsor of Formula One motor racing, the carrier said on Wednesday, replacing regional rival Emirates as the organisation's official airline.

Foolad confirm head coach departure ahead of Asian quarterfinal

Asian Champions League quarterfinalists Foolad confirmed on Wednesday that Javad Nekounam has quit as the Iranian side's head coach, less than two days before the team is due to face defending champions Al Hilal from Saudi Arabia.

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Andy Murray advances in Doha with marathon win over Alexander Zverev

Untroubled Iga Swiatek enters semifinals in Dubai

ATP roundup: Andrey Rublev escapes for win in Doha

Murray advances in Doha with marathon win over Zverev

Qatar Airways becomes key Formula One backer

Andy Murray storms into Qatar Open 2023 quarter-finals with marathon win over fourth seed Alexander Zverev

Qatar Airways to become Formula One's main airline sponsor

Foolad confirm head coach departure ahead of Asian quarterfinal