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TENNIS
/ 5 years agoH S Prannoy and Sourabh Verma registered hard-fought wins over their respective rivals to set up an all-Indian clash against each other in the men’s singles quarterfinals of the US Open badminton tournament here. Prannoy, seeded second, fought for exactly an hour to quell the challenge of Korean Kwang Hee Heo 21-16 18-21 21-16 in the second round on Thursday night. Earlier in the day, Sourabh too had to toil hard to get past young compatriot Lakshya Sen 21-11 19-21 21-12 in another second-round duel that lasted 53 minutes. Their respective wins mean that a slot for an Indian is assured in the last-four round as Prannoy and Sourabh will face off against each other later on Friday.
H S Prannoy and Sourabh Verma registered hard-fought wins over their respective rivals to set up an all-Indian clash against each...
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TENNIS
/ 5 years agoTennis: Nadal topples Querrey to set up Federer semi-final at Wimbledon
LONDON (REUTERS) – The deafening cheers erupting around Wimbledon as Rafa Nadal stood at the baseline, bouncing a ball and poised...
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FOOTBALL
/ 5 years agoTennis: Federer overcomes shaky start to join Grand Slam 100 club
LONDON (REUTERS) – Roger Federer chalked up another monumental milestone to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals on Wednesday (July 10), recovering to...
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FOOTBALL
/ 5 years agoFootball: Gueye takes Senegal to first Cup of Nations semi-final in 13 years
CAIRO (AFP) – Senegal reached the Africa Cup of Nations semi-finals for the first time since 2006 when Idrissa Gueye scored...
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FOOTBALL
/ 5 years agoChelsea held by Bohemians in Lampard’s first match in charge
Frank Lampard was denied a winning start in his first match in charge of Chelsea as Bohemians struck late to earn...
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TENNIS
/ 5 years agoWimbledon 2019: Nadal keen for Federer duel, regrets no US Open clash
Rafael Nadal looked ahead Wednesday to the latest chapter in his “unique” rivalry with Roger Federer at Wimbledon but regretted that...
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TENNIS
/ 5 years agoRoger Federer wins 100th Wimbledon match to reach 13th semi-final
Roger Federer racked up his 100th match win at Wimbledon on Wednesday as he reached his 13th semi-final at the All...
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MLB (Baseball)
/ 5 years agoBritish Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton aims to bounce back with record sixth home win
Lewis Hamilton is aiming to bounce back from a rare weekend of disappointment by winning his home British Grand Prix for...
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FOOTBALL
/ 5 years agoIndia physiotherapist Patrick Farhat’s tenure ended after the side crashed out of the World Cup with a semifinal loss to New Zealand and he bid adieu by thanking the BCCI for it support. India suffered a heartbreaking 18-run defeat at the hands of New Zealand in the first semifinal at the Old Trafford on Wednesday. “Whilst my last day with the team did not turn out as I wanted it to, I would like to thank @BCCI for the opportunity to work with the team for the last 4 years. My best wishes to all of the players and support staff for the future,” Farhat tweeted. Whilst my last day with the team did not turn out as I wanted it to, I would like to thank @BCCI for the opportunity to work with the team for the last 4 years. My best wishes to all of the players and support staff for the future #TeamIndia — Patrick Farhart (@patrickfarhart) July 10, 2019 Farhat, who was with the team since 2015 alongwith India’s fitness and conditioning coach Shankar Basu, had informed the BCCI that their stint with the national team would end after the World Cup. ALSO READ: Sachin Tendulkar weighs in on the MS Dhoni-retirement debate Some Indian players took to social media to thank the Australian for his services and wish him luck for the future. “Thank you for everything..You’re a great man!!Misteerrrrrrrrrrr Kennnnneedddyyyyyyyyyyy” Dhawal Kulkarani tweeted. “You’re truly amazing ! Thanks for everything you’ve done for me . Best wishes to you n your family,” bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar said. “You are a champion my friend,” said Surkumar Yadav who plays for Mumbai. First Published: Jul 11, 2019 11:54 IST
India physiotherapist Patrick Farhat’s tenure ended after the side crashed out of the World Cup with a semifinal loss to New...
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FOOTBALL
/ 5 years agoNo Neymar, No Problem As Brazil Begin New Copa America Reign
As Brazil geared up for the Copa America last month, a Neymar-induced pall of doom and gloom threatened to scupper the...
NFL (American Football)
Alex Orji to start at QB for No. 18 Michigan in opposition to No. Eleven USC
