Wimbledon bows to pressure, lifts ban on Russian, Belarusian players
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Emma Raducanu cruises past Danka Kovinic in Indian Wells first round despite wrist injury concerns
Emma Raducanu defeated Danka Kovinic in the first round of Indian Wells 6-2 6-3 on Thursday. Montenegrin Kovinic is ranked No. 60 in the world in women’s tennis, and at 28 has plenty of experience compared to her rival, 20 years her junior.
Rugby league-Call for life bans after Mitchell targeted by racial abuse
SYDNEY : The coach of the South Sydney Rabbitohs has called for life bans for fans who racially abuse players in Australia's National Rugby League (NRL) after the club said star player Latrell Mitchell was the subject of vilification on Thursday.
Canadians are in contention at the '5th majors' in tennis and golf
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Indian Wells title comes with no asterisk, says Fritz
INDIAN WELLS, California : The absence of world number one Novak Djokovic from the Indian Wells field will not diminish the achievement of the eventual winner of the tournament, defending champion Taylor Fritz told Reuters.
Novak Djokovic's coach Goran Ivanisevic says the world No. 1 has not given up on Miami Open entry this month
Novak Djokovic's coach Goran Ivanisevic says the world No. 1 could still play at the Miami Open later this month. Djokovic was forced to withdraw from Indian Wells on Monday after it was revealed that he would be unable to play in the USA due to his vaccination status.
Andy Murray a 'tactical genius' who can 'make his move' at Indian Wells and Miami Open - Mats Wilander
Andy Murray has the perfect chance to “make his move” up the rankings at the upcoming 'Sunshine Swing' tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami. Murray, 35, has spoken regularly over the last year about wanting to improve his ranking to get a seeded spot at Grand Slams, which should ensure a kinder draw in the early rounds. Ad The top 32-ranked players are seeded and Murray is currently at No.
Karine Jean-Pierre dodges question on unvaxxed tennis player Djokovic: 'Abide by our country's rule'
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reacted Wednesday to a question on tennis superstar Novak Djokovic and his vaccination status.