Rafael Nadal’s French Open love affair continues despite fears for his future The 13-time champion can appear ageless on the Roland Garros clay, but he has not ruled out this being his final appearance The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2022
West must brace for ‘long haul’ in Ukraine, says NATO chief Western nations must be prepared for a long “war of attrition” in Ukraine, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg warned on Thursday, following talks with US President Joe Biden as Russian forces hammered positions in the Donbas region on the eve of the war’s 100th day. Read about the day’s events… France 24 · Jun 2, 2022
More appeal in men's game: Amelie Mauresmo PARIS: French Open tournament director Amelie Mauresmo, a former WTA world No. 1, said men's match-ups had greater "appeal", because of which only one of the 10 prime-time slots (night matches) had gone to the women at Roland Garros. The Times of India · Jun 2, 2022
French Open: May I? Nadal romances Paris crowd into June 'Magic Night' ushers in new month of glory as 13-time champ takes No. 1 Djokovic by surprise The Times of India · Jun 2, 2022
French Open: Swiatek sets up semifinal clash with Kasatkina PARIS: Thursday's French Open semifinal line-up is a compelling mixed bag of streaks and stories. The ladies are looking to own the court. The Times of India · Jun 2, 2022
Wales captain Gareth Bale awarded MBE for services to football and charity The 32-year-old became the first British player to win the Champions League five times when Real Madrid beat Liverpool in Paris on Saturday The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2022
Liverpool FC fans point out lies told by French ministers over Paris final LFC fans have had their say after supporters were targeted on Saturday Liverpool Echo · Jun 1, 2022
Roland Garros: 5 things we learned on Day 11 – weren't we here earlier today? And the answer is? Yes, we were. Such is the yen for 24/7 that we were back at Stade Roland Garros not so long after leaving. On our return we saw more pyrotechnics from Iga Swiatek and triumphs for Daria Kasatkina who reached a semi-final at a Grand Slam tournament… Radio France Internationale · Jun 1, 2022
What the Future Holds for Novak Djokovic, Serena, Roger Federer Jon Wertheim answers this in his latest mailbag, plus the value of coaches in the sport and whether there are inconsistencies in how players are disciplined for on-court antics. Sports Illustrated · Jun 1, 2022
Liverpool get apology for Champions League chaos - but France officials still blame fans Liverpool fans continue to be blamed for the distressing pre-match scenes which marred their Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid in Paris, although have received an apology from French chiefs Daily Mirror · Jun 1, 2022
French government spin web of Liverpool lies that city and club will not take lying down Paul Gorst responds to the allegations made by Amélie Oudea-Castera and Gerald Darmanin about Liverpool supporters Liverpool Echo · Jun 1, 2022
'Kind' steward hugged Liverpool fan as she sobbed outside Paris final Anita Gillen said she'll never forget the kindness of the steward during the terrifying scenes outside the match Liverpool Echo · Jun 1, 2022
UEFA reaction to Champions League chaos and slurs on Liverpool fans shows true colours Liverpool supporters were caught up in chaotic organisation at the Champions League final at the Stade de France in Paris but UEFA's response to the incident speaks volumes about the governing body Daily Mirror · Jun 1, 2022
Chilling final interview of Qatar princess before mystery death saying she was cursed In haunting interview, Kasia Galliano told reporters: 'I decided after a few years its time to speak up, its time to let people know that its not all glam and perfect, that I do also struggle and go through things' Daily Mirror · Jun 1, 2022
Liverpool Echo · Jun 1, 2022 French ministers branded 'disgrace' as they double down on fake ticket claims and try to smear Liverpool fans Liverpool fans furious as government officials make shocking claims about Saturday's Champions League Final
The Conversation · Jun 1, 2022 Panic, horror and chaos: what went wrong at the Champions League final – and what needs to be done to make football safer Daniel Silverstone, a professor of criminology and an expert in policing studies, attended the Champion’s League final in Paris and witnessed chaotic scenes. Here, he and Jan Ludvigsen examine what the latest research can tell us about how to tackle an issue that continues to bring football – and the…
Liverpool Echo · Jun 1, 2022 Liverpool FC fan beaten by Paris gang and left bleeding at the side of the road A van pulled up alongside the 22-year-old before a gang jumped out and beat him repeatedly with bats
Daily Mirror · Jun 1, 2022 Piers Morgan takes fresh swipe at transgender swimmer: "Threat to women's sport" Piers Morgan has fired another shot at transgender swimmer Lia Thomas amid reports she is set to compete for a swimming spot at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Daily Mirror · Jun 1, 2022 Airport staff 'laughed in face' of boy, 6, after Disneyland flight axed, dad says Mike Cole, 50, said passengers for EasyJet's flight from Bristol to Paris were met with a sign at the departure gate saying "flight cancelled" before being ushered outside by the police
France 24 · Jun 1, 2022 Champions League final 'could have been better organised', French interior minister tells Senate French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin admitted at a Senate hearing on Wednesday that the weekend’s Champions League final in Paris "could have been better organised" after scenes of chaos and fans being teargassed went viral. Darmanin has faced growing criticism over the police’s crowd management tactics as well as accusations…
The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2022 Rafael Nadal uncertain about future despite Paris victory over Novak Djokovic Nadal and his doctor are managing a foot injury in a bid to nurse him towards a 14th title.
The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2022 New high-speed train to connect Paris and Berlin in seven hours ‘Our planned new direct connection between the hearts of our two capitals will inspire even more people to travel by train,’ says Deutsche Bahn CEO
Liverpool Echo · Jun 1, 2022 Hillsborough survivor had panic attack amid chaotic Champions League Final scenes Chris Peers, who escaped from pen three during the 1989 disaster, has spoken powerfully about his experiences in Paris and how close he believes things came to tragedy
Irish Mirror · Jun 1, 2022 Jim Beglin 'still angry' over Champions League final as he posts 'f*** off' message The former Republic of Ireland and Liverpool defender has been vocal about his experiences at last weekend's Champions League final in Paris
Radio France Internationale · Jun 1, 2022 Paris rolls out ban on big-polluting diesel vehicles Heavily polluting diesel vehicles have been banned from low-emissions zones in the greater Paris region as part of new rules that took effect on 1 June.