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Deepika Kumari Falters On India Comeback, Slips To 37th In Archery World Cup Qualifying

Star archer Deepika Kumari failed to impress in the qualifying round in her much-anticipated return, finishing a lowly 37th behind Ankita Bhakat in the World Cup Stage 3 in Paris on Wednesday. The world number three Deepika, who was making her India comeback after the Tokyo Olympics debacle last year, shot a disappointing 638 in the 72-arrow qualification round, a massive 37-point behind Korean Lee Gahyun who took the pole position in the women's recurve section. Her poor ranking meant that Deepika got a tough draw as the former world number one will have a potential second round clash against Korean Choi Misun, the 2016 Rio Olympics team gold medallist. Deepika will face Italian Chiara Rebagliati in her first round.

Archery World Cup: Misfiring Deepika Kumari falters on India comeback, slips to 37th in qualifying round

The world number three Deepika, who was making her India comeback after the Tokyo Olympics debacle last year, shot a disappointing 638 in the 72-arrow qualification round, a massive 37-point behind Korean Lee Gahyun who took the pole position in the women's recurve section. Her poor ranking meant that Deepika got a tough draw as the former world number one will have a potential second round clash against Korean Choi Misun, the 2016 Rio Olympics team gold medallist. Deepika will face Italian Chiara Rebagliati in her first round.

Grey stars as Wimbledon qualifying continues

Sarah Beth Grey battled her way into Wimbledon qualifying on a busy day of action in Roehampton. Grey, who benefits from the LTA's NTC Access programme, providing cost-free access to courts on all three surfaces, coaching, trainers and the LTA's tournament bonus scheme, had a tough task against 27th seed Olivia Gadecki. Ad/> Yet the Liverpudlian demonstrated all her grit and determination, battling past the Australian 5-7 7-5 7-6 [10-7] to reach the second round.

Rochester & Cobham Park Golf Club's Jamie Wood among Kent players to qualify for next round of qualifying ahead of 150th Open Championship at his home course

Jamie Wood of Rochester & Cobham Park Golf Club impressed on his home course on Monday to tie for first ahead of next month’s 150th Open Championship at St Andrews.

Fery learning from last year's heartbreak to advance in Wimbledon qualifying

Arthur Fery believes last year's experience at Wimbledon qualifying aided him after he won his opening round at this year's event against Thomas Fabbiano. Fery, 19, 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, shocked former world No.70 Fabbiano 6-4 6-2 to start his campaign in fine style. Ad/> Having been just a set away from the main draw last year only to lose in the final round of qualifying to Tallon Griekspoor, Fery, who is from Wimbledon, believes he was much less nervous this time around.

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.

Gill embraces Wimbledon crowd despite qualifying defeat

Felix Gill loved playing in front of a passionate home crowd after his Wimbledon qualifying campaign came to an end against Gastao Elias. Redditch ace Gill, who is a member of the LTA's Men's & Women's Programme, through which the governing body provides a range of support to players aged 16-21 with potential to progress towards competing in Grand Slams and representing Great Britain in Davis or Billie Jean King Cup, was beaten 7-6 (10) 5-7 6-3 by Elias in a hard-fought contest on Monday night. Ad/> After a busy few weeks the 20-year-old admitted that his body was fatigued towards the end of the contest, but said he relished playing in a lively atmosphere.

McHugh revels in Wimbledon pressure to progress to next round of qualifying

Scottish star Aidan McHugh revealed he revels in the pressure of Wimbledon after beating Gonzalo Lama in the opening round of qualifying at this year's event. McHugh, who is on the LTA's Pro Scholarship Programme — the highest level of support for players aged 16-24 — secured a comfortable 6-2 6-4 win over the Chilean. Ad/> And afterwards, he revealed that he is fully embracing the extra pressure about attempting to reach the main draw of what he says is his favourite tournament.

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Deepika Kumari Falters On India Comeback, Slips To 37th In Archery World Cup Qualifying

Archery World Cup: Misfiring Deepika Kumari falters on India comeback, slips to 37th in qualifying round

Grey stars as Wimbledon qualifying continues

Rochester & Cobham Park Golf Club's Jamie Wood among Kent players to qualify for next round of qualifying ahead of 150th Open Championship at his home course

Fery learning from last year's heartbreak to advance in Wimbledon qualifying

Parker taking the learnings from Wimbledon qualifying defeat

Gill embraces Wimbledon crowd despite qualifying defeat

McHugh revels in Wimbledon pressure to progress to next round of qualifying