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US Open 2022: Rafael Nadal Overcomes Scare To Reach Second Round

Four-time champion Rafael Nadal overcame dropping the first set to defeat Australian wildcard Rinky Hijikata at the US Open first round on Tuesday. Nadal triumphed 4-6, 6-2, 6-3, 6-3 over his 198th-ranked opponent to register his 65th career win in New York. The 36-year-old Spaniard, who is chasing a 23rd Grand Slam title and third of 2022, next faces Fabio Fognini. Nadal holds a 13-4 career lead over the Italian but Fognini famously defeated him from two sets down in the third round of the US Open in 2015.

Erik ten Hag's comments show why Cristiano Ronaldo may still start for Manchester United this season

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's philosophy on his starting line-up may well see Cristiano Ronaldo recalled from the bench sooner rather than later.

Qatari athlete Mutaz Essa Barshim signs with PUMA

PUMA has signed Qatari athlete Mutaz Essa Barshim, who wore the company’s performance sportswear products for the first time at the Diamond League event in Lausanne on Aug. 26.

Dybala’s brace propels Mourinho’s Roma atop Serie A

ROME: This was just what Jose Mourinho had in mind when he lured Paulo Dybala to join Roma instead of a host of other suitors.

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Barella stunner helps Inter to 3-1 win over Cremonese

Nicolo Barella scored a brilliant first-half goal as Inter Milan earned a comfortable 3-1 home win over Cremonese in their fourth Serie A match of the season on Tuesday.

PSG sign midfielder Ruiz from Napoli

Paris St Germain have signed central midfielder Fabian Ruiz from Italian side Napoli with the Spain international signing a five-year contract, the Ligue 1 club said on Tuesday.

Chelsea having negotiations with £60m star 'in next 24 hours' at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea are hoping to find a breakthrough in negotiations for Everton winger Anthony Gordon in the next 24 hours, according to the reliable Fabrizio Romano.