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Iran’s players free to express themselves at World Cup, says Queiroz

DOHA: Iran’s players are free to express themselves at the World Cup, coach Carlos Queiroz said on Tuesday, as the country was gripped by fresh anti-government protests. Iranians have taken to the streets since September following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini after her arrest for allegedly flouting the strict dress code for women. The country’s players are being watched closely in Qatar for signs that they support the demonstrations.

Four athletes carry Saudi hopes at the 2022 World Taekwondo Championships

GUADALAJARA: Four Saudi Arabians are among the competitors from 122 nations currently taking part in the 2022 World Taekwondo Championships in the Mexican City of Guadalajara.

Nadal ready 'to die' to return to his tennis peak

Rafael Nadal says he is "going to die" trying to return to the level of tennis that saw him capture a record 22 Grand Slam singles titles after his hopes of a first ever ATP Finals title and becoming year end world number one were all but extinguished on Tuesday.

University student Guillamón among Spain defenders in Qatar

MADRID: For young Spain defender Hugo Guillamón, any downtime at the World Cup may mean study time. The 22-year-old Valencia player is heading to Qatar for his first World Cup while still attending university and studying biomedical engineering. “If there’s time and everything goes well, I’ll try to (study) a bit,” Guillamón said Tuesday.