Former US Open and Wimbledon finalist Kevin Anderson announces his retirement from tennis
Two-time Grand Slam finalist Kevin Anderson has announced his retirement from tennis.
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Roman Abramovich expects £1.5bn Chelsea loan to be frozen following club’s sale
Roman Abramovich expects his £1.5billion loan to Chelsea to be frozen when the club’s sale is carried out, the PA news agency understands.
Eurovision 2022 TV schedule - when you can watch the grand final and semi-finals
Eurovision 2022 is fast approaching and excitement is building for one of the most popular song contests in the world. Hosted this year in Turin, Italy, the competition will be presented by TV presenter Alessandro Cattelan and singers Laura Pausini and Mika.
US Says Basketball Star "Wrongfully Detained" In Russia
The United States said Tuesday that Russia has unjustly detained basketball star Brittney Griner, as her league announced plans to honor her at all venues for the start of the season. More than two months after she was seized amid soaring tensions over Ukraine, the State Department said that her case was being turned over to Roger Carstens, the US special envoy in charge of hostages. "The Department of State has determined that the Russian Federation has wrongfully detained US citizen Brittney Griner," a State Department spokesperson said.
Brittney Griner to receive full salary, be honored with WNBA floor decal
The WNBA will honor Phoenix’s Brittney Griner with a floor decal and allow the Mercury to pay her without it counting against the team’s cap, the league announced Tuesday.
US reclassifies Brittney Griner as 'wrongfully detained' in Russia
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Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez says he 'feels alive' ahead of Dmitry Bivol showdown
The Mexican knocked the Russian into the ropes with a crushing right hand to snare away his WBO title.
US State Department now classifies WNBA player Brittney Griner as 'wrongfully detained' in Russia
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