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Uusitalo hits the front on intriguing second day at Allianz Regatta

A pair of second-place finishes from Finland's Valtteri Uusitalo was enough for him to move into first place overall, despite two wins for Willem Wiersema, who is now up to third. And with just three points separating the top three — previous leader Duko Bos is second — it is the most evenly-matched class of the six so far. Ad Uusitalo's performance means Dutch sailors lead in three of the six classes after two days, with pedigree telling in both the 49er and the iQFOiL.

Iran protest crackdown: Two reporters could face death penalty over Mahsa Amini story

Her name was Mahsa Amini, she had been arrested over a headscarf - having fallen foul of the so-called fashion police in Iran who enforce strict laws on the wearing of the hijab. The Islamic Republic of Iran denies that the circumstances surrounding Amini’s death are suspicious, denies that she was ill treated, and denies she was beaten by a number of male police officers.

'Reality not the internet': Benzema coy on Real Madrid future amid talk of move to Saudi

Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema refused to be drawn on his future, telling reporters "reality is not the internet" in response to rumours of a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.

Taiwan: Hong Kong's political refugees continue their fight for political freedom

Lucie Barbazanges, Adrien Simorre and Yena Lee have this report on Hong Kongers who have taken refuge in Taipei.

French Open 2023: Taylor Fritz 'shushes' crowd, booed during interview after beating Arthur Rinderknech

Taylor Fritz drew the ire of the French Open crowd after ‘shushing’ the boisterous night-time crowd following his victory over home favourite Arthur Rinderknech 2-6 6-4 6-3 6-4. The American allowed his emotions to get the better of him at the conclusion of the match by placing his finger to his lips to the crowd. Ad “Well, you’ve got to be brave to do that and the French might not forget that,” said Eurosport commentator Barry Cowan.

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Uusitalo hits the front on intriguing second day at Allianz Regatta

Iran protest crackdown: Two reporters could face death penalty over Mahsa Amini story

'Reality not the internet': Benzema coy on Real Madrid future amid talk of move to Saudi

Taiwan: Hong Kong's political refugees continue their fight for political freedom

French Open 2023: Taylor Fritz 'shushes' crowd, booed during interview after beating Arthur Rinderknech

Welsh URC club Dragons zone in on Currie Cup champion lock

Eintracht Frankfurt confirm Randal Kolo Muani transfer stance amid Manchester United interest

Rhys Carre released from Wales training squad for missing performance targets