Leylah Fernandez takes Wimbledon opener in 3 sets against Ukrainian opponent
Leylah Fernandez of Laval, Que., defeated Ukraine's Kateryna Baindl in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4, to advance to the second round at Wimbledon on Monday.
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Steven Gerrard joins Al-Ettifaq as head coach
DAMMAN: Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is the latest star name to make the move to Saudi Arabia after signing a deal to become head coach of Al-Ettifaq. The 43-year-old has been out of the game since being sacked by Aston Villa in October. “Where legends are found. We’re thrilled to announce Steven Gerrard is our new head coach,” the club said in a post on Twitter.
Marcelo Brozovic becomes the latest player leaving Europe for Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr
RIYADH: Croatia midfielder Marcelo Brozovic is the latest elite player to join the Saudi Arabian league by joining Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr. Brozovic moves to the Saudi Pro League having played in the Champions League final in his last match with Inter Milan — as team captain. “Everyone wanted him. He wanted only us,” Al-Nassr said in a tweet announcing Brozovic’s arrival Monday.
Benjamin Mendy told woman he'd had sex with 10,000 women after allegedly raping her, jury told
Benjamin Mendy told a woman that he’d had sex with 10,000 women after allegedly raping her, a jury heard.
Philipsen delivers to take Tour stage three as Yates retains yellow
BAYONNE, France : Belgian Jasper Philipsen carried his early-season form into the Tour de France to win the third stage, a 193.5-km ride from Amorebieta Etxano, Spain, on Monday.
Belgium's Jasper Philipsen sprints to third stage win in Tour de France
The Alpecin rider held off German Phil Bauhaus, with Australian Caleb Ewan third as the race crossed into France after two days in the Spanish Basque Country.
Philipsen wins Tour de France stage three, Yates retains yellow
BAYONNE, France : Belgian Jasper Philipsen of the Alpecin-Deceuninck team won the third stage of the Tour de France, a 193.5-km ride from Amorebieta Etxano, Spain, on Monday.
Garcia takes French hopes into Wimbledon second round
LONDON : France's top Wimbledon hope Caroline Garcia overcame the elements and a lively opponent to reach the second round on Monday beating American Katie Volynets 6-4 6-3 in a match interrupted by drizzle.