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Table tennis ace Baldwin ready for another taste of senior action

Okehampton table tennis ace Mari Baldwin is eager for another taste of elite-level action following a successful senior debut. The 19-year-old is still technically a junior player but was called up to represent England at senior level for the first time earlier this year at the European Team Championship Qualifications in Croatia. Ad It was a successful campaign for Baldwin and the rest of the team, who qualified for the Sweden showpiece this September, and competing there is now one of her main targets for the rest of 2023.

Mats Wilander on Yannick Noah epic at 1983 French Open: 'I lost a final, but I won a friend' - Legends' Voice

When Mats Wilander met Yannick Noah on 5 June 1983 to face the local hero and the whole of France in the final of the French Open, he seemed the logical favourite. At least that's how he saw himself. As the defending champion, winner of 36 of his last 37 matches on clay, the Swede could not see himself as anything but a winner.

Lyon Open: Mikael Ymer disqualified after smashing tennis racquet in furious first set outburst towards umpire

Mikael Ymer was disqualified from the Lyon Open for furiously smashing his racquet on the umpire’s chair. The Swedish player was playing against Arthur Fils in the round of 16 when he got into a heated altercation with umpire Rogerio Santos over a line call at 5-5 in the opening set. Ad Ymer was adamant Fils’ shot was wide of the sideline before he casually returned long beyond the baseline, and was in disbelief when the Frenchman was awarded the point.

Rafael Nadal's absence changes entire complexion of French Open

There's a reason a statue of Rafael Nadal stands outside Court Philippe Chatrier on the southwest outskirts of Paris.

Manika Batra Loses In Round Of 32 At World Table Tennis Championships

Star Indian paddler Manika Batra fought hard before going down to Adriana Diaz of Puerto Rico 3-4 in the round of 32 at the World Table Tennis Championships on Wednesday. Up against Diaz, ranked 13th in the ITTF chart, world number 39 Manika took the first game before her opponent stepped on the pedal. It was fairly balanced till the sixth game with both the players locked at 3-3. But Diaz ran away with the decider as Manika lost 3-4 (6-11, 12-10, 11-9, 6-11, 13-11, 9-11, 11-3), to book her place in the last 16.

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic feats 'incredible', Carlos Alcaraz 'has long way to go' - Barbara Schett

Eurosport expert Barbara Schett has recalled the «incredible» rivalry between Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic while looking ahead to what Carlos Alcaraz can continue to achieve ahead of the French Open. With Federer having retired at a highly emotional Laver Cup edition in London and Nadal having withdrawn ahead of Roland-Garros due to persistent injuries, Djokovic is the only member of the legendary 'Big Three' to be present at the second Grand Slam of the season. Ad While many are keen to immediately throw their focus forward to the next generation of rising stars coming through in men's tennis, Schett paused in her French Open preview conversation with Eurosport to pay tribute to what the iconic trio have achieved.

Callum Dixon finds solace in sport amid dyslexia struggle

Olympic hopeful Callum Dixon is yet to find the dyslexic advantage. The rower, expected to make the Team GB squad for Paris 2024, is one of six million dyslexic people in the UK. Ad Capable of reading 25 words, you won't find Dixon celebrating his hidden superpower.

Roger Federer Reveals Incident When Fan Mistook Him For Rafael Nadal

Tennis great Roger Federer revealed a hilarious incident when a fan recently confused the legendary Swiss player for the 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal. Federer sent tennis fans around the world into a frenzy when he answered questions on Twitter. Some fans asked about his rivalry with Rafael Nadal. The two of the greatest players were each other's biggest rivals for around 15 years but managed to keep a friendly bond throughout their outstanding careers.

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Table tennis ace Baldwin ready for another taste of senior action

Mats Wilander on Yannick Noah epic at 1983 French Open: 'I lost a final, but I won a friend' - Legends' Voice

Lyon Open: Mikael Ymer disqualified after smashing tennis racquet in furious first set outburst towards umpire

Rafael Nadal's absence changes entire complexion of French Open

Manika Batra Loses In Round Of 32 At World Table Tennis Championships

Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic feats 'incredible', Carlos Alcaraz 'has long way to go' - Barbara Schett

Callum Dixon finds solace in sport amid dyslexia struggle

Roger Federer Reveals Incident When Fan Mistook Him For Rafael Nadal