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French Open 2023: Carlos Alcaraz wows crowd with 'out of this world' shot from 'outrageous angle'

Carlos Alcaraz produced a shot that was so unbelievably good it had his opponent Flavio Cobolli throwing his arms up in disbelief at the 2023 French Open. The precocious talent electrified Court Suzanne-Lenglen with his dominant play in storming through the opening set with a bagel and then pulling away comfortably to only concede two games in the second as he established a commanding lead. Ad Cobolli, to his immense credit, responded superbly at the start of the third set to challenge his opponent and force him to work extremely hard for every point, but then the Spaniard found another gear when it mattered to pull away once more.

Ronnie O'Sullivan on why World Championship is snooker's major test as he eyes more glory – 'Stands alone for intensity'

The modern metric of snooker greatness has been valued by a player's success in the self-styled 'Triple Crown' in recent years, but Ronnie O'Sullivan is in no doubt about what remains the ultimate test in the sport. O'Sullivan has won a record seven UK and Masters trophies over the past 30 years, but feels the most arduous challenge above all else on the green baize comes every April when the World Championship is staged by the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.

French Open 2023: Aggressive Novak Djokovic playing tennis 'on his terms' at Roland-Garros says Tim Henman

Aggressive Novak Djokovic showed he wants to play “on his terms” at the French Open, says Eurosport analyst Tim Henman, while Alex Corretja believes the Serbian is returning to top form after his first-round win over Aleksandar Kovacevic. Djokovic cruised through his Roland-Garros opener with a 6-3 6-2 7-6(1) victory over the unseeded American and he will face Marton Fucsovics next in Paris. Ad Talking in The Cube as part of Eurosport’s exclusive French Open coverage, Barbara Schett pointed out an increased aggression in the Serbian’s game that saw him lose just seven points on serve in the first two sets combined.

'I need to rest' - Luciano Spalletti to take year-long sabbatical after Napoli Scudetto triumph

Napoli manager Luciano Spalletti will take a year-long sabbatical from football, according to the Italian club’s president. The 64-year-old coach became Napoli manager in 2021, and finished third in his first campaign. He then delivered the Naples-based club the Scudetto at his second attempt with the side, the first time they have won the trophy in 33 years.

Novak Djokovic kicks off French Open campaign with win over Aleksandar Kovacevic

Novak Djokovic sailed into the second round at the French Open with a straight-sets win over American Aleksandar Kovacevic. The Serbian, who has had a subdued clay-court season so far, survived a third-set wobble to come through 6-3 6-2 7-6(1).

French Open 2023: Novak Djokovic celebration gets mixed reaction - 'Not quite sure what the boos are about'

Novak Djokovic was at his commanding best in his pretty one-sided first-round match against Aleksandar Kovacevic at the 2023 French Open on Monday — and he got fired up too. The 36-year-old was utterly dominant for most of the match as he found his rhythm on Court Philippe-Chatrier and ensured that his campaign got off to a fine start at Roland-Garros with the injured Rafael Nadal not being able to challenge him this time.

French Open 2023: 'I just grunted!' - Controversy as Cameron Norrie docked point in bizarre incident

There was a controversial moment in Cameron Norrie's marathon five-set French Open victory over Benoit Paire, a contest that will not be forgotten quickly given the drama involved. The Brit eventually came through the stern challenge with a comeback 7-5 4-6 3-6 6-1 6-4 victory over the mercurial and often hot-headed wild card from France. But it could hardly have been more difficult for him to do so in the Paris heat.

French Open: Cameron Norrie mounts comeback to win five-set thriller against Benoit Paire, Jack Draper retires

Cameron Norrie displayed impressive resilience in his five-set win against wild card Benoit Paire in the first round of the French Open. The British No. 1 seemed on the verge of defeat but mounted a comeback, eventually triumphing 7-5 4-6 3-6 6-1 6-4 in a thrilling encounter.

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French Open 2023: Carlos Alcaraz wows crowd with 'out of this world' shot from 'outrageous angle'

Ronnie O'Sullivan on why World Championship is snooker's major test as he eyes more glory – 'Stands alone for intensity'

French Open 2023: Aggressive Novak Djokovic playing tennis 'on his terms' at Roland-Garros says Tim Henman

'I need to rest' - Luciano Spalletti to take year-long sabbatical after Napoli Scudetto triumph

Novak Djokovic kicks off French Open campaign with win over Aleksandar Kovacevic

French Open 2023: Novak Djokovic celebration gets mixed reaction - 'Not quite sure what the boos are about'

French Open 2023: 'I just grunted!' - Controversy as Cameron Norrie docked point in bizarre incident

French Open: Cameron Norrie mounts comeback to win five-set thriller against Benoit Paire, Jack Draper retires