Zverev poised to present Roland Garros hurdle to Djokovic, says Becker
Alexander Zverev is finding top form at just the right time and is set to present a considerable Roland Garros barrier to top seed Novak Djokovic, said Boris Becker.
Tennis: Wilander recalls ‘hellish’ foe
PARIS – Mats Wilander doesn’t need to pause for thought. He knows the greatest player never to have won a Grand Slam and names him with no hesitation.
Rain clouds hang over Roland Garros as grand slam program is hit
Dark rain clouds hung ominously over Roland Garros on Wednesday as organizers grappled with scheduling changes.
Motor racing: Hamilton and Mercedes set their sights on seven
The sevens are aligning for Lewis Hamilton in Canada with another of Michael Schumacher’s Formula One records in his sights as Mercedes aim for a seventh win in seven races this season.
Statistics for the Canadian Grand Prix
Statistics for Sunday’s Canadian Formula One Grand Prix in Montreal, the seventh race of the season.
In golden era of tennis rivalries, Nadal-Djokovic stands out, says Wilander
Roger Federer’s gripping four-set victory over friend and compatriot Stan Wawrinka has set up a tantalizing semi-final showdown with clay-court king Rafael Nadal, the 39th meeting between two of the most successful players of all time.
Former UEFA boss Johansson, father of the Champions League, dies aged 89
Lennart Johansson, a Swede who presided over European soccer for 17 years as its new Champions League turned into a global commercial juggernaut, has died after a short illness aged 89, Sweden’s Football Association said on Wednesday.
Former UEFA President Lennart Johansson dies aged 89
Lennart Johansson, a Swede who presided over European soccer for 17 years as its Champions League turned into a global commercial juggernaut, has died after a short illness aged 89, Sweden’s Football Association said on Wednesday.
MLB roundup: Bruce blasts 2 HRs in first start for Phils
Jay Bruce wasted little time in making his presence felt with the Philadelphia Phillies.
‘Old’ Halep counting on experience to tame teenager Anisimova
Facing two teenagers in as many rounds in the French Open has left Simona Halep feeling “old”, but the 27-year-old said the experience of being a Grand Slam winner can help her tackle youthful rivals, who show no fear.
