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Judd Trump going on holiday before 2023 World Snooker Championship a 'mistake', says Alan McManus

Judd Trump going on holiday before the 2023 World Snooker Championship was a «mistake», says Alan McManus. Trump departed the Crucible at the first-round stage following a 10-6 loss to the relatively unheralded Anthony McGill. Ad It's the latest defeat in a difficult period for the 33-year-old, who hasn't got past the last eight of any tournament since reaching the final of the World Grand Prix in January.

Novak Djokovic avoids back-to-back defeats with comeback victory against Luca Van Assche at Banja Luka Open

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic battled from a set down to beat 18-year-old Luca Van Assche 6-7(4) 6-3 6-2 at the Banja Luka Open in Bosnia on Wednesday. Van Assche took the upper hand by winning the first set in a tie-break, but Djokovic withstood the early challenge from the teenager to rally from behind and avoid a second successive defeat in an entertaining two-hour, 38-minute clash.

Benjamin Dutreux heaps praise on GUYOT environnement crew ahead of Leg 4 of Ocean Race 2023

Benjamin Dutreux has praised his GUYOT environnement — Team Europe crew following a challenging start to the 2023 Ocean Race and is full of motivation looking ahead to Leg 4. GUYOT environnement — Team Europe were slowest to finish the first and second legs and were forced to suspend racing in the monstrous third leg, before having to return to Cape Town because of two big cracks. Ad They lie bottom of the standings with five legs still to race, including a transatlantic crossing from the USA to Denmark where double points are up for grabs.

World Snooker Championship: Meet snooker referee and nurse Olivier Marteel who halted Crucible protester

Olivier Marteel may be recognisable as the stoic referee often seen officiating big matches at the World Snooker Championship, but there is a lot more to him than just that. The Belgian, who was born in Nieuwpoort, began refereeing on the main professional tour in 2006 and has not looked back since as he has taken charge of many of the sport's most memorable moments on the biggest stages. Ad Indeed, Marteel was labelled a hero by many snooker fans as he stepped in to prevent a protester from clambering up onto the table amid chaotic scenes at the Crucible on Monday.

Pyrs backs Wales to build on positives in France clash

Gwenllian Pyrs believes Wales can take confidence from the way they took the battle to England as they prepare for another tough TikTok Women's Six Nations clash against France. Wales were in front for much of the first half against the Red Roses, who have won each of the last five TikTok Women's Six Nations Championships, before a late flurry saw the visitors take a 17-3 lead in at the break. Ad The home side were causing England problems rarely seen in the Championship in recent years on both sides of the ball and especially in the scrum, with Pyrs making her mark against one of the best front rows in the world.

Judd Trump 'annoyed' after 'not turning up' in defeat to Anthony McGill at World Snooker Championship

Judd Trump lamented the «manner» of his surprise 10-6 loss to Anthony McGill at the World Championship, saying that missing easy balls is «something that I don't really do anymore». Trump left himself with an uphill battle after the first session of the pair's encounter, trailing 6-3 to the Scot. Ad And though he fought hard to come back to 7-6 behind, McGill powered on from there to win three unanswered frames to take his place in the second round against Jack Lisowski, who beat Noppon Saengkham.

How to watch Liege-Bastogne-Liege in 2023, start list as Tadej Pogacar and Remco Evenepoel go for glory

Liege-Bastogne-Liege is one of the most prestigious and challenging races on the calendar. Taking place in the Ardennes region of Belgium, this Monument is known for its gruelling climbs and unpredictable weather. The route challenges even the most seasoned riders with its punishing climbs and technical descents.

Anwar El Ghazi on challenges and rewards facing Muslim athletes fasting for Ramadan - ‘It’s really special’

Fasting for Ramadan as a professional athlete is a tough but rewarding experience and the body soon adapts to new demands, PSV winger Anwar El Ghazi has explained. Muslim athletes have been fasting since March 22 for Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, but will finish at the end of this week when they celebrate Eid al-Fitr. Ad “Ramadan is a month about getting closer to God.

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Judd Trump going on holiday before 2023 World Snooker Championship a 'mistake', says Alan McManus

Novak Djokovic avoids back-to-back defeats with comeback victory against Luca Van Assche at Banja Luka Open

Benjamin Dutreux heaps praise on GUYOT environnement crew ahead of Leg 4 of Ocean Race 2023

World Snooker Championship: Meet snooker referee and nurse Olivier Marteel who halted Crucible protester

Pyrs backs Wales to build on positives in France clash

Judd Trump 'annoyed' after 'not turning up' in defeat to Anthony McGill at World Snooker Championship

How to watch Liege-Bastogne-Liege in 2023, start list as Tadej Pogacar and Remco Evenepoel go for glory

Anwar El Ghazi on challenges and rewards facing Muslim athletes fasting for Ramadan - ‘It’s really special’