Brittney Griner detention: Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr using Russia connections to help WNBA star return to US
Jones hopes the connections he made as a fighter in Russia can help him facilitate Griner’s safe return.
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Tsurenko wins all-Ukraine match and backs Wimbledon ban for Russians
The Ukrainian tennis player Lesia Tsurenko said she backs Wimbledon’s decision to ban Russian players from this year’s tournament after she was met with “silence” on the invasion of her home country by people she considered friends.
Disappointed Murray aiming to be seeded for future Slams
LONDON : A disappointed Andy Murray said he was determined to rise back up the rankings to give himself a better chance in future Grand Slams after making his earliest ever exit from Wimbledon on Wednesday.
Scotland Women secure World Cup play-off as head coach admits: 'We can't miss the opportunity'
Through to the women’s World Cup play-offs, Scotland have a squad capable of impressing on that stage, according to manager Pedro Martinez Losa, but he warns that unless they keep up the pace when it comes to improving standards, they could easily be left behind again.
Russia accuses Norway of Arctic blockade and threatens reprisals
Moscow accused Norway on Wednesday of blocking the transit of goods to Russians living in the Norwegian Arctic archipelago of Svalbard and threatened Oslo with retaliation.
Mother's horror as two Russian passengers boarded her TUI flight from Mexico to Manchester illegally
A mother travelling with her son and daughter has spoken of her horror as two Russian passengers managed to board her TUI flight from Mexico to Manchester illegally.
Fonseca named new Lille coach
Lille have appointed Paulo Fonseca as their new coach with the Portuguese signing a two-year contract, the Ligue 1 club said on Wednesday.
Tsurenko speaks of guilt as she flies flag for Ukraine
LONDON: Ukraine's Lesia Tsurenko spoke of her feelings of guilt after matching her best Wimbledon run on Wednesday by beating seeded compatriot Anhelina Kalinina 3-6 6-4 6-3 in the second round.