Haddad Maia first Brazilian to reach WTA top 10
LONDON : Beatriz Haddad Maia became the first Brazilian woman to reach the top 10 of the WTA rankings on Monday following her dream run to the semi-finals of the French Open.
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Surfing-Amputee surfer making waves in the sport
LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA : When Sarah Almagro was 18 she suffered meningococcal meningitis and surgeons had to amputate both her hands and feet. Her dreams of becoming a surfer appeared to be dashed.
Sport Climbing-Russian, Belarus athletes to compete in sport climbing from 2024
The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) is to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to take part in its competitions from 2024, paving the way for their appearance at the Olympic Games in Paris, officials confirmed on Monday.
‘Incredible’ as history-making Djokovic wins record 23rd Grand Slam title
PRIS: Novak Djokovic created “incredible” history on Sunday when he captured a record-breaking 23rd men’s Grand Slam title, reinforcing his case to be crowned the greatest player of all time.
Record-breaking Djokovic has more Grand Slam wins in him-coach Ivanisevic
PARIS : Serbia's Novak Djokovic is not yet done winning majors, his coach Goran Ivanisevic said on Sunday after the 36-year-old beat Norway's Casper Ruud in straight sets in the French Open final to claim a record 23rd men's singles Grand Slam title.
Novak Djokovic 'better than ever' as experts predict 'scary' tally of Grand Slams after French Open glory
Eurosport's experts have been lining up to pay tribute to Novak Djokovic after he clinched his 23rd Grand Slam singles title in the final of the French Open on Sunday. The 36-year-old surpassed his great rival, Rafael Nadal, with his 23rd major crown as he comprehensively defeated fourth seed Casper Ruud in straight sets, 7-6(1) 6-3 7-5, for his third triumph at Roland-Garros. Ad Shorlty after Djokovic sealed the deal in Paris, the attention switched to whether he could go on and clinch a famous 'Calendar Slam' by winning Wimbledon and the US Open — a feat he came close to securing in 2021 as he fell at the final hurdle.
Novak Djokovic exclusive: 23-time Grand Slam champion 'overwhelmed with emotion' after historic win
Novak Djokovic has reached a new pinnacle in the world of men's tennis by winning his 23rd Grand Slam title, having edged ahead of Rafael Nadal’s 22. He beat Casper Ruud in the French Open final in straight sets, with the clay-court specialist powerless to stop Djokovic’s date with destiny. This Slam has proved arguably the toughest for Djokovic to win, with his three titles here a far cry from the 10 he has achieved Down Under, and the seven at Wimbledon.
"Incredible Feeling": Novak Djokovic After Winning Record 23rd Grand Slam Title
Novak Djokovic created history on Sunday when he captured a record-breaking 23rd Grand Slam title with a third French Open triumph, reinforcing his case to be crowned the greatest player of all time. The 36-year-old Serb brushed off an early wobble to defeat Casper Ruud of Norway 7-6 (7/1), 6-3, 7-5 and snap the tie of 22 Slams he shared with career-long rival Rafael Nadal. "It's an incredible feeling to win 23. I'm beyond grateful and blessed to be standing here with so many incredible achievements," said Djokovic as Nadal immediately described his rival's victory as "an incredible achievement".