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Chinese trailblazer Zhang Zhizhen makes French Open last 32

NEW DELHI: Zhang Zhizhen made history on Thursday by becoming the first Chinese man since 1937 to reach the third round of the French Open in Paris. The 26-year-old, currently ranked 71st in the world, secured a comfortable 7-6 (7/3), 6-3, 6-4 victory over Argentine qualifier Thiago Agustin Tirante.

The Times of India

Seventh seed Jabeur subdues risk-taking Dodin for third round spot

NEW DELHI: Ons Jabeur, currently ranked seventh in the world, tactically outplayed Oceane Dodin in their French Open match on Thursday, securing a 6-2, 6-3 victory and advancing to the third round in Paris.

The Times of India

Iga Swiatek briefly loses focus on way to French Open third round

NEW DELHI: In her bid to secure her third French Open title in four years, defending champion Iga Swiatek encountered a minor setback but ultimately secured her place in the tournament's third round. She achieved a 6-4, 6-0 victory over American player Claire Liu in Paris on Thursday.

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PSG manager confirms Messi's last match for club this weekend

Lionel Messi arrived two years ago wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with ”Ici C’est Paris” (This Is Paris) — a favorite cry among Paris Saint-Germain fans — and to chants of “Messi! Messi! Messi!"

France 24

Andreeva, 16, storms into French Open third round and potential Gauff clash

NEW DELHI: In an impressive feat, sixteen-year-old qualifier Mirra Andreeva advanced to the last 32 of the French Open in Paris on Thursday. She secured a dominant 6-1, 6-2 victory over Diane Parry, setting up a potential match against Coco Gauff.

The Times of India

Paris announces its bid to become Europe’s Hollywood

With a local film industry that was already flourishing, France is now setting its sights on becoming the next major destination for film shoots. French Culture Minister Rima Abdul Malak has recently announced a substantial investment of €500 million, dedicated to developing the necessary infrastructure. Adding to the cinematic landscape,…

France 24

Fourth seed Casper Ruud battles into French Open third round

NEW DELHI: Casper Ruud, last year's French Open runner-up, secured his spot in the tournament's third round with a hard-fought victory over Italian qualifier Giulio Zeppieri in Paris on Thursday.

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Argentina star Lionel Messi to play last game for PSG on Saturday: Galtier

NEW DELHI: Argentina superstar Lionel Messi will conclude his tenure at Paris St Germain (PSG) after playing his final game for the club against Clermont on Saturday, coach Christophe Galtier said on Thursday.

The Times of India

Rybakina eases into French Open last 32, racks up 30th win of 2023

NEW DELHI: In an impressive display at the French Open, Elena Rybakina, currently ranked fourth in the world, secured her 30th victory of the year on Thursday, propelling her into the last 32 in Paris.

The Times of India

France's TotalEnergies in court again over fossil fuel projects

An historic lawsuit opened on Wednesday in Paris against the French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies. In a trial that may last over a year, a coalition of NGOs – joined by the cities of New York and Paris – is seeking a court order forcing the company to suspend…

Radio France Internationale

Modern pentathlon change to spark ‘mass walkout’ after Paris Olympics

A decision by the International Modern Pentathlon Union to replace show jumping with obstacle course racing was endorsed by national federations

The Independent UK

Joe Choong expects ‘mass walkout’ after Paris following modern pentathlon change

A decision by the International Modern Pentathlon Union to replace show jumping with obstacle course racing was endorsed by national federations.

The Independent UK

It is written: Handwriting analysis prevails in France

PARIS: Caroline de la Tournelle says her ability to decipher handwriting has influenced whether hundreds of people got jobs, helped police track death threats and even saved a child that was being abused.

Bangkok Post

French Open order of play and schedule on Day 5 including Iga Swiatek

The women’s No1 is looking to defend the title she won a year ago in Paris

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France 24

Three people including a child killed in fresh aerial assault on Kyiv

Three people including a child were killed in a Russian missile strike on Kyiv early on Thursday, Ukrainian officials said. Ten people were injured in the strike. Follow our live blog for the latest developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

Bangkok Post

Djokovic storms into controversy, again

PARIS: After everything that Novak Djokovic had put himself through over the past few years, the French Open began with the possibility, finally, of a Grand Slam tournament free of drama.

Bangkok Post

Countries tussle at 'rocky' global plastic talks

PARIS - Negotiators charged with hammering out a global treaty to end plastic pollution were warned there was "no time to lose" on Wednesday, after progress was slowed by two days of procedural debates that campaigners blamed on large producer countries.

The Hindu

Pasteur centenary in French India

A hundred years ago, by a decree of the muster for the colony in Paris, May 27th having been fixed for the celebration of the great French Savant M. Louis Pasteur, all French colonies in India fittingly celebrated the even

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Radio France Internationale

Cigarette butts, the plastic pollution that's hiding in plain sight

As nearly 200 countries discuss how to cut plastic pollution at UN talks in Paris this week, environmental campaigners are pushing for a global ban on plastic filters in cigarettes – one of the biggest sources of plastic waste worldwide.

The Times of India

Alcaraz sees off Daniel to reach French Open third round

NEW DELHI: Carlos Alcaraz, the world number one, showcased his skills at the French Open by overcoming a challenging test against Japan's Taro Daniel. In a four-set battle, Alcaraz emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-1, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, securing a spot in the third round in Paris.

The Times of India

French Open: Yuki-Saketh enter 2nd round, Bopanna-Ebden lose in opener

NEW DELHI: Indian tennis players Yuki Bhambri and Saketh Myneni had a successful start to their French Open campaign in Paris by securing a straight-set victory in the men's doubles event.

Sports Illustrated

Mailbag: Global Affairs and Upsets Have Infiltrated the French Open

The complex question of whether politics have a place in tennis is on full display at Roland Garros this week.

Cycling Weekly

Tour de France 2023 route: Every stage of the 110th edition in detail

It looks like next year's race will be one for the climbers, with the Puy de Dôme returning, in 56,400 metres of climbing

Liverpool Echo

Cruise ship Costa Favolosa arrives in Liverpool

The cruise will also visit Bruges and Paris along the way

The Times of India

Tsitsipas eases into French Open third round

NEW DELHI: Stefanos Tsitsipas, the world number five, had a comfortable victory over clay-court specialist Roberto Carballes Baena at the French Open. Tsitsipas defeated the 30-year-old Spaniard in straight sets, winning 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-2, to advance to the third round in Paris.

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