Venus tight-lipped on future as Serena heads towards retirement
NEW YORK : Venus Williams made a quiet exit from the U.S. Open singles on Tuesday after losing 6-1 7-6(5) to Belgian Alison Van Uytvanck in front of a half empty Arthur Ashe Stadium.
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'Just focused on the doubles' - Venus Williams responds to speculation she will retire at this year's US Open
Venus Williams says she is «just focused on the doubles» amid speculation she is to retire from the sport at the same tournament as her sister Serena. The 42-year-old made an Open Era record 91st Grand Slam main draw appearance at Flushing Meadows on Tuesday, but she fell to a 6-1 7-6(5) defeat to world No. 49 Alison Van Uytvanck.
Woman rushed to hospital after being hit by car on major Manchester road
Emergency services were scrambled to Ashton-under-Lyne on Tuesday evening after a woman was hit by a car. The pedestrian was struck on the westbound carriageway of Wellington Road and rushed to hospital.
Clara Burel capitalises on error-strewn display from Elena Rybakina at US Open
Clara Burel joined the growing list of giant-killing qualifiers at this year's US Open as she toppled Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina 6-4 6-4 in the first round at Flushing Meadows.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach will open late on Fridays throughout September
If you’re an adrenaline-junkie then you may want to head to Blackpool Pleasure Beach this autumn for a roller coaster experience with a difference. The theme park will be opening late for a limited number of nights, so thrillseekers can enjoy their favourite rides after dark.
Leeds have 'half an eye' on 'unbelievable' 53-goal star at Elland Road
Leeds United have ‘half an eye on’ Coventry City striker Viktor Gyokeres as the transfer window nears its conclusion, according to journalist Dean Jones.
Pep Guardiola gives team news updates on three Man City players vs Nottingham Forest
Manchester City will not rush their injured players back to face Nottingham Forest on Wednesday, even if that means they are likely to miss the fixture at the Etihad.
Matt Araiza's rape accuser speaks out on 'traumatic experience'
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