Ex-tennis star could "kill or be killed" on front line of Ukraine's war with Russia
A former Ukrainian tennis star has admitted it's a case of "kill or be killed" after taking to the front line amid the Russian invasion.
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Ashleigh Barty retires with no regrets and heaps of adulation
While the likes of Serena Williams and Rafa Nadal continue to chase Grand Slam titles, defying age and injuries, Barty's declaration that she has achieved everything she set out to in the sport stands in sharp contrast. She leaves tennis as world number one and a three-times major champion with titles at Roland Garros and Wimbledon alongside her Australian Open triumph in January, just when the discussion had moved on to how many more Slams she could win. "There was a perspective shift in me in the second phase of my career that my happiness wasn't dependent on the results," Barty said. "Success for me is knowing I've given absolutely everything I can. I'm fulfilled, I'm happy. I know how much work it takes to bring the best out in yourself... I don't have that in me anymore."
Barty retires with no regrets and heaps of adulation
Ash Barty's decision to retire at the very top of her game, on her own terms and with absolutely no regrets stunned the world of tennis, but the overwhelming reactions were of support and admiration for the 25-year-old Australian.
Ashleigh Barty retires: Her time at the top was too short for tennis - but not for her
Ashleigh Barty's ambitions and desires have been well and truly sated. Her time at the top was too short for tennis, but not for the person who matters most.
Rafael Nadal: When will he return after rib injury? What clay events will he miss? Will he play the French Open?
Rafael Nadal’s perfect season is no longer so. The 20-0 winning run came to an end in the Indian Wells final against Taylor Fritz on Sunday, and two days later Nadal confirmed that the breathing difficulties he experienced in the match were due to a cracked rib. Ad/> The injury is expected to prevent him from practising for four weeks and will have serious implications on the clay season.
Rafael Nadal news: Taylor Fritz says he always wanted to beat Nadal and Roger Federer
Taylor Fritz produced what will be one of the most epic surprises of the year as he downed Rafael Nadal in the final at Indian Wells last weekend.
Toni Nadal compares Rafael Nadal v Carlos Alcaraz to first Nadal v Roger Federer final at Miami Open 2005
Toni Nadal has likened Rafael Nadal’s semi-final clash with Carlos Alcaraz at Indian Wells to the first-ever ATP Tour final between Roger Federer and Nadal at the 2005 Miami Open. The clash between Federer and Nadal in Miami was arguably the starting point for their historic rivalry. Ad/> Federer, who had been world No.