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Roger Federer hold back tears as he bids farewell to professional tennis

Federer partnered with Rafael Nadal in the final match of his illustrious career.

The Independent UK

Grand Slam legend Federer bids emotional farewell to tennis at Laver Cup

Tennis legend Roger Federer lost the final game of his career Saturday at the Laver Cup. For his "goodbye game", the Swiss great partnered with his longtime Spanish rival Rafael Nadal in a doubles game against Frances Tiafoe and Jack Sock at the O2 arena in London.

France 24

Rafael Leao: from rough diamond to crown jewel

Although the 23-year-old winger is blessed with rich gifts, his supporters once wondered whether he would fulfil his potential. But he has followed up a breakthrough season with AC Milan — the club won the Scudetto, he took home the MVP title — with a barnstorming start to 2022-23

The Hindu

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Roger Federer has two records that might never be broken ahead of tennis retirement

Roger Federer will say goodbye to the sport of tennis tonight after a enjoying a stellar 24-year career that included 20 grand slams, an Olympic gold medal and breaking some records he may hold forever

Daily Mirror

Jermaine Jenas recalls mad moment two Tottenham teammates had naked fight in showers

Benoit Assou-Ekotto and Rafael van der Vaart were involved in a naked fight during their Tottenham days - according to former England international Jermaine Jenas

Daily Mirror

Laver Cup brings an end to life in the Federersphere

"Alpha males go gooey" would be a possible headline for the prelude to the 2022 Laver Cup. "Brothers in larmes" could work too for the Franglais-loving fans of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic – the fabled "Big Four" of men's tennis.

Radio France Internationale

Roger Federer retirement ‘difficult to handle’ says Rafael Nadal as he vows to deliver ‘special’ send-off

Rafael Nadal has vowed to give Roger Federer a special send-off tonight at the O2 Arena.

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Federer's final match comes in doubles alongside rival Nadal

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal will team up in doubles at the Laver Cup in what Federer has announced will be the final match of his long and illustrious career

The Hindu

‘It’s going to be special’: Roger Federer’s final match brings rivals together ahead of Laver Cup

In a historic moment for tennis, there was a moment for reflection and gratitude as Federer was joined by Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray ahead of the final match of his career

The Independent UK

"Pass the sick bag!" Richard Keys launches into extraordinary rant about Rafa Benitez

Rafael Benitez has entered the race for the Leicester City position if it becomes available and Richard Keys has blasted the former Everton boss for the reputation he's built

Daily Mirror

After 15,000 matches, 20 Grand Slam titles and 24 years, Roger Federer announces retirement

The world's love affair with Roger Federer comes to an end, but as always, it's on his terms...

The Times of India

Chelsea handed major transfer blow as Rafael Leao makes AC Milan contract stance clear

Chelsea enquired about Rafael Leao's availability in the summer but it appears he will not be on his way to Stamford Bridge anytime soon

Football London

Alcaraz, Swiatek Lead US Open Changing of Guard

Newly-crowned champions Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek led a changing of the guard at the US Open as the transition from the "Big Three" era and Serena Williams gathered pace. The exiled Novak Djokovic, prevented from competing in New York due to US government vaccination mandates for visitors from overseas,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

US Open: Casper Ruud laughs off comparisons with Erling Haaland in native Norway

Sunday’s final will have a lot on the line for both Ruud and Carlos Alcaraz.

The Independent UK

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Sports Illustrated

It’s Anybody’s U.S. Open Now

Discussing Rafa Nadal’s future, protocol when interviewing an athlete in their second language and the fully automated line-calling system in the latest mailbag.

Los Angeles Times

Helene Elliott: Frances Tiafoe finds his American dream in stunning upset over Rafael Nadal

NEW YORK — Frances Tiafoe's parents left war-torn Sierra Leone for a better life in the United States. His mother, Alphina, was a nurse and often worked two jobs. Frances Sr. became a day laborer on a crew building the Junior Tennis Champions Center, a training complex and school in…

The Hindu

Nadal hints at extended break after U.S. Open loss to Frances Tiafoe

American Frances Tiafoe stunned second seed Rafael Nadal in the fourth round of the U.S. Open, prompting the 36-year-old Spaniard to hint that he could take a break from tennis

Evening Standard

US Open: Rafael Nadal’s unbeaten 2022 Grand Slam run ended by Frances Tiafoe

Rafal Nadal suffered his first Grand Slam defeat of 2022 after crashing out of the fourth round of the US Open to American Frances Tiafoe.

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Los Angeles Times

Banged-up Rafael Nadal does a bang-up job as he moves to 4th round at US Open

NEW YORK — This much is inarguable: Rafael Nadal is the GOTT — greatest of this time.

Daily Mirror

Rafael Nadal hits back at John McEnroe’s “joke” accusation following US Open victory

Rafael Nadal issued a response to John McEnroe's comments following his opening round four-set victory at the US Open as he bids to win a 23rd Grand Slam championship

Daily Mirror

Dan Evans makes admission over Novak Djokovic's US Open ban and offers Rafael Nadal claim

Novak Djokovic will be absent from the US Open over his continued refusal to be vaccinated against Covid-19, opening the door for Rafael Nadal to a 23rd Grand Slam

Wales Online

Mum left tearing hair out as tot gets family dog 'hooked' on dummies

Gemma Hill has been trying to wean 18-month-old Bonnie off dummies for two months

Daily Mirror

Mum left tearing hair out after toddler gets family dog hooked on dummies

Mum Gemma Hill has been trying to wean her 18-month-old Bonnie Howards off dummies - but the youngster has managed to get the family's Cavalier King Charles Spaniel hooked on them too

The Independent UK

Novak Djokovic to join Team Europe’s big guns at Laver Cup in London

Bjorn Borg’s side will take on Team World, captained by John McEnroe, from September 23-25.

Evening Standard

Laver Cup London: Novak Djokovic joins Roger Federer and Andy Murray in star-studded lineup

Novak Djokovic will compete alongside Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray in a star-studded Laver Cup in London in September.

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