World Cup 2022: dhow boat inspired Al Janoub Stadium's capacity, fixtures and more
The Qatar World Cup will be a celebration of not only the best in the world of football but also the rise of the Middle East as as a premier sporting destination.
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ATP roundup: Stan Wawrinka upsets Daniil Medvedev at Metz
Stan Wawrinka pulled off a stunning upset on Thursday, beating top-seeded Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-7 (7), 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals of the Moselle Open in Metz, France.
Roger Federer set for emotional farewell to tennis at Laver Cup
Roger Federer will bring the curtain down on his spectacular career in a "super special" doubles match alongside long-time rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup in London on Friday. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, dogged by a knee injury, has not played since the 2021 Wimbledon quarterfinals and last week announced his retirement at the age of 41. But he will appear for one final time for Team Europe at the Laver Cup, linking up with Nadal in a dream doubles pairing against Team World's Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock at the O2 arena.
Angry Daniil Medvedev mocks fans in Metz during upset defeat against Stanislas Wawrinka
Wawrinka secured a 6-4, 6-7(7), 6-3 victory to reach the quarter-finals but not before he had attempted to pacify top seed Medvedev, who also made a gesture to suggest the crowd were crazy. Russian Medvedev lost his composure after going down 2-0 in the deciding set and sent his racquet bouncing off the court, leading to some fans expressing their displeasure by booing.
Roger Federer's Pic With Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray Breaks The Internet
The entire focus in the Laver Cup 2022 will be on Swiss tennis maestro Roger Federer as he would be retiring from professional sport after this competition. Ahead of his doubles match, Federer on Thursday shared a picture with Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray and the post has now gone viral. The photo posted on Federer's account has garnered more than 4,10,000 likes and 40,000 retweets. These four legends also took to the court for a practice session on Thursday.
US great Pete Sampras pays tribute to departing Roger Federer
Pete Sampras, the 14-time Grand Slam champion whose Wimbledon reign was ended by Roger Federer in 2001, paid tribute to the Swiss great in a social media video on Thursday. Federer, winner of 20 Grand Slam titles and one of the best players in history, is making a farewell appearance at the Laver Cup in London on Friday before he heads into retirement. Sampras took the occasion to recall their only meeting -- when 19-year-old Federer beat him in the fourth round at the All England Club.
Roger Federer Bids Emotional Farewell To Tennis At Laver Cup
Roger Federer will bring the curtain down on his spectacular career in a "super special" match alongside long-time rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup in London on Friday. The 20-time Grand Slam champion, dogged by a knee injury, has not played since the 2021 Wimbledon quarter-finals and last week announced his retirement at the age of 41. But he will appear for one final time for Team Europe at the Laver Cup, linking up with Nadal in a dream doubles pairing against Team World's Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock at the O2 arena.
‘I finally got it’ – Casper Ruud reveals he got Roger Federer’s telephone number, spurns dinner invitation
Casper Ruud has revealed that he turned down a dinner invitation from Roger Federer just moments after «finally» getting his Laver Cup team-mate's phone number. The rising Norwegian star is Team Europe's top ranked player in London after climbing to No. 2 in the world rankings following his run to the final of the US Open.