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French Open 2023: 'He choked!' - John McEnroe says Jannik Sinner 'blew it' in shock loss to Daniel Altmaier

Eurosport expert John McEnroe has accused Jannik Sinner of “blowing” the chance of beating Daniel Altmaier to advance to the French Open third round, sensationally saying the Italian “choked”. Altmaier came back from the brink to secure a 6-7(0) 7-6(7) 1-6 7-6(4) 7-5 victory in a match lasting five hours and 26 minutes – the fifth longest match in Roland-Garros history. Ad Remarkably, the German saved two match points on Sinner’s serve at 4-5 in the fourth set and then held his nerve to emerge victorious in the decider.

Manchester United's valuation soars as Tottenham star Harry Kane sent transfer advice

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Thursday, June 1.

Benzema coy on Real Madrid future: “At the moment I’m in Madrid“

MADRID: Real Madrid’s Karim Benzema was reluctant to talk about his future on Thursday, fueling speculation he could move to Saudi Arabia in the close season following 14 trophy-laden years. After the 35-year-old striker was awarded the Marca Legend prize at a ceremony organized by the Spanish sports publication, the Frenchman was asked if he was staying at Real Madrid.

Cristiano Ronaldo reflects on first season with Al-Nassr, new life in Saudi Arabia

RIYADH: Cristiano Ronaldo has shared his thoughts on playing and living in Saudi Arabia in his first full interview since joining Al-Nassr Football Club.

Argentinian footballer Ever Banega to leave Al-Shabab next year

RIYADH: Al-Shabab’s Argentine star Ever Banega is heading into his last season in the Roshn Saudi League after on Thursday announcing he would be leaving the club next year. However, the 34-year-old former Sevilla midfielder, who joined Al-Shabab in January 2020, pointed out that he was contented in Riyadh and hoped that he and his teammates could make their fans happy during the 2023 to 2024 campaign.

Tennis: Sabalenka, Djokovic hoping to steer clear of controversy

With Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic in action on Friday, day six of the French Open could once again see off-court issues grabbing the headlines despite both players having made clear their desire to put controversy in the rear-view mirror.

French Open 2023: Coco Gauff navigates 'tricky' Julia Grabher test to book place in round three

Coco Gauff is into round three of the French Open after overcoming the unseeded Julia Grabher 6-2 6-3. Despite the scoreline, Gauff didn't have things all her own way in what was at times a scrappy affair, but ultimately, her class shone through. Ad «She's a tricky player», Gauff admitted afterwards.

French Open: Sinner out as Altmaier prevails in five-hour epic

Eighth seed Jannik Sinner was toppled by German Daniel Altmaier in a five-hour epic at the French Open.

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French Open 2023: 'He choked!' - John McEnroe says Jannik Sinner 'blew it' in shock loss to Daniel Altmaier

Manchester United's valuation soars as Tottenham star Harry Kane sent transfer advice

Benzema coy on Real Madrid future: “At the moment I’m in Madrid“

Cristiano Ronaldo reflects on first season with Al-Nassr, new life in Saudi Arabia

Argentinian footballer Ever Banega to leave Al-Shabab next year

Tennis: Sabalenka, Djokovic hoping to steer clear of controversy

French Open 2023: Coco Gauff navigates 'tricky' Julia Grabher test to book place in round three

French Open: Sinner out as Altmaier prevails in five-hour epic