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US Open: 'I want him to play' - Daniil Medvedev ‘would love’ to see Novak Djokovic at Flushing Meadows

Daniil Medvedev says he “would love” to see Novak Djokovic play at the US Open amid uncertainty surrounding the Wimbledon champion’s participation. Djokovic is on the entry list at Flushing Meadows, which takes place from August 29 to September 11, but is set to be refused entry into the United States due to his vaccination status. Ad However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), who are responsible for the health and safety of US residents, issued new guidance last week to relax rules regarding social distancing and quarantine.

Gadirova dazzles to defend European floor title

JESSICA GADIROVA delivered a dazzling routine to defend her European floor title and then roared — bring on the worlds in Liverpool. The Coventry gymnast, 17, racked up a stunning score of 14.00 to beat Martina Maggio and Angela Andreoli and emulate her memorable exploits in Basel last year at the multi-sport event. Ad Gadirova competed after her Italian opponents to pull off a daring, bold routine on the final time she will ever perform it on the major international stage.

European champion Stanford says British triathlon is in safe hands

NON STANFORD believes the future of British triathlon is in safe hands after competing in her final major international race in Munich. The Welsh star, 33, was crowned European women's champion at the multi-sport event on Friday before turning her attention to the mixed team relay event 48 hours later. Ad She joined forces with inexperienced trio Iona Miller, Hamish Reilly and Ben Dijkstra but was unable to haul herself back onto the podium as they slogged their way to a 12th-place finish.

What is the Multi-sport European Championships, where are they being held and how can I watch?

With the Birmingham Commonwealth Games having only just drawn to a close, sport-lovers haven’t had long to wait for the next multi-sport extravaganza. The 2022 Multi-sport European Championships got underway last week for its week-and-a-half schedule.

Cristiano Ronaldo: How much does the Man Utd striker earn per social media post?

Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the most famous men in the world – but how much does the striker earn per social media post?

Sprinter Ricardo dos Santos 'not surprised' to be pulled over by London police for second time

By Matt Foster and Aleks Klosok, CNN

Carlin's wait for major championship gold goes on

JACK CARLIN'S wait for a maiden major championship gold continued on a dramatic night at the velodrome in Munich. The Scottish cyclist, 25, had to settle for multi-sport European sprint silver behind French speedster Sebastien Vigier after surviving a controversial high-speed crash in the semi-final against Rayan Helal.

Nikhat Zareen Gifts Boxing Gloves To PM Modi, Hima Das Gives Traditional Gamocha

Indian athletes expressed their elation at being honoured by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their superlative showing at Birmingham Commonwealth Games with Nikhat Zareen gifting him her boxing gloves and sprinter Hima Das giving the traditional Assamese gamocha. Modi, on Saturday, hosted the Indian contingent at his residence to felicitate the players. The Indian athletes produced a sensational show in Birmingham, claiming 61 medals, including 22 gold, 16 silver and 23 bronze.

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US Open: 'I want him to play' - Daniil Medvedev ‘would love’ to see Novak Djokovic at Flushing Meadows

Gadirova dazzles to defend European floor title

European champion Stanford says British triathlon is in safe hands

What is the Multi-sport European Championships, where are they being held and how can I watch?

Cristiano Ronaldo: How much does the Man Utd striker earn per social media post?

Sprinter Ricardo dos Santos 'not surprised' to be pulled over by London police for second time

Carlin's wait for major championship gold goes on

Nikhat Zareen Gifts Boxing Gloves To PM Modi, Hima Das Gives Traditional Gamocha