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Xavi backs Sheikh Jassim for Manchester United, says 'doors always open' to Lionel Messi at Barcelona

Manchester United's possible new owner Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani «would be a very good option» for the club, says Barcelona boss Xavi. Xavi got to know Sheikh Jassim from his time playing and managing Qatari club Al Sadd, from 2015 to 2021. Ad And on the eve of his Barcelona side taking on Man Utd in their mouthwatering Europa League play-off second leg, Xavi took the opportunity to talk up the credentials of Sheikh Jassim as he bids to take control of the Red Devils from the Glazer family.

Murray advances in Doha with marathon win over Zverev

DOHA: Andy Murray teetered on the brink before beating Alexander Zverev in a marathon that lasted more than three hours on Wednesday to reach the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open. Murray won 7-6 (7/5), 2-6, 7-5 after he was twice two points from defeat on his serve in the third set. In his on-court interview after the victory, Murray said the crowd helped him.

Qatar Airways becomes key Formula One backer

Qatar Airways on Wednesday became the main sponsor of Formula One in a strategic new inroad by the wealthy Gulf state into international sport, the airline announced.

Andy Murray storms into Qatar Open 2023 quarter-finals with marathon win over fourth seed Alexander Zverev

Andy Murray stormed into the quarter-finals of the Qatar Open with a stunning three-set win over fourth seed Alexander Zverev in an epic three-hour contest. The 35-year-old, competing in Doha after being handed a wild card, had to battle hard to overcome the big-serving German, putting in another lung-busting effort two days after a marathon comeback victory over Lorenzo Sonego.