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Andy Murray And Alexander Zverev Master Toronto Wind To Advance, Casper Ruud Wins
Former Toronto Masters winners Andy Murray and Alexander Zverev dispatched first-round opponents in windy conditions on Tuesday to power into the second round of the Canadian hardcourt event. Britain's Murray worked through a marathon opening set before dominating the second for a 7-6 (7/3), 6-0 victory over Italy's Lorenzo Sonego. The 36-year-old Scotsman, with three Canadian titles on his resume, earned his first victory in the country since his 2015 trophy as he defeated the Italian in two hours, eight minutes in a challenging wind.
Jack Conan injury ‘nothing like’ foot problem which ruined last Rugby World Cup
Ireland insist Jack Conan’s latest foot injury is “nothing like” the issue which ruined his last Rugby World Cup and are optimistic he will be fit to feature in France.
Simon Easterby positive on Jack Conan fitness ahead of RWC
Simon Easterby has allayed fears that Jack Conan is an injury doubt for the Rugby World Cup in France next month.
Zander Clark warns Hearts to avoid Euro tourist trap as keeper dismisses Rosenborg's recent struggles
Zander Clark admits to being a connoisseur of European football and he’s determined to ensure Hearts don’t become accidental tourists against Rosenborg.
Murray and Zverev master Toronto wind to advance, Ruud triumphs
TORONTO: Former Toronto Masters winners Andy Murray and Alexander Zverev dispatched first-round opponents in windy conditions on Tuesday to power into the second round of the Canadian hardcourt event.
Newcastle sign Southampton defender Tino Livramento on five-year deal
Newcastle have completed the signing of Southampton defender Tino Livramento for an undisclosed fee.
Murray tames wind and Sonego to reach second round in Toronto
TORONTO: Andy Murray tamed blustery conditions to grind out a 7-6(3) 6-0 win over Italy's Lorenzo Sonego on Tuesday (Aug 8) and reach the second round of the Canadian Open.