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Parker taking the learnings from Wimbledon qualifying defeat

Jersey ace Stuart Parker was encouraged by his display during an opening round Wimbledon qualifying defeat to Alexander Ritschard. Parker, who benefits from the LTA Top 25 programme which allows access to the NTC courts and facilities for the top 25 ranked British male and female players on ATP/WTA rankings and has also benefited from the LTA's enhanced Performance Competition Calendar that has provided more tournament opportunities in the UK this year, fell 4-6 6-1 6-2 to the Swiss. Ad/> Despite admitting there was some disappointment, the 24-year-old was happy with his progress having come through pre-qualifying to reach this stage.

Lisa Sthalekar, Former Australia Cricketer, Becomes First Woman President Of FICA

Former Australia cricketer Lisa Sthalekar has been named as the president of Federation of International Cricketers' Association. The appointment was done at the FICA Executive Committee meeting held in Switzerland this week, informed the cricket body on Monday. This makes Lisa Sthalekar the first woman to hold the post, which was earlier held by former England batter Vikram Solanki. Notably, former West Indies batter Jimmy Adams and ex-South Africa batter Barry Richards have also served as president of FICA in the past.

Lisa Sthalekar becomes first woman president of FICA

The 42-year-old former Australia captain was confirmed in the role at the FICA Executive Committee meeting held in Nyon, Switzerland. She will take up a position that has previously been held by former South Africa batter Barry Richards, former West Indies all-rounder Jimmy Adams, and most recently by former England batter Vikram Solanki.