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The tennis coaching carousel started spinning early this year. This is how it works

For participants and lovers of the tennis coaching carousel, it’s been quite a month or so.At the end of March, Iga Świątek fired Wim Fissette, the coach who helped her to the Wimbledon title last year. Fissette and Świątek had evolved parts of the six-time Grand Slam champion’s game, but not to the extent that they both wanted.Advertisement

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Iran wants FIFA guarantees before participating in World Cup in United States

Iran wants FIFA guarantees before participating in World Cup in United States

Uar Bernard: the ‘rarest physical specimen’ who exposes the NFL’s scouting flaws

The Philadelphia Eagles selected the Nigerian defensive lineman before he had even played a down of football. More teams should take risks on global talentUar Bernard has become a source of borderline indecent fascination in the NFL – the kind of prospect who underscores how athletes are identified and the inherent limits of pro football scouting itself. A swole 6ft 4in and 306lbs, Uar (pronounced OO-ar) Bernard doesn’t just look the part of a fearsome defensive lineman; fans post his shirtless...

World Cup ticket resale prices are falling, including for USA opener vs. Paraguay

Resale ticket prices for nearly every 2026 World Cup game have declined in recent weeks, with tickets to dozens of matches — including the U.S. opener — now available for less than FIFA’s list price in the same category.Generally, the prices on third-party sites and FIFA’s own resale platform remain higher than those on the primary market, a sign of high demand — or at least perceived demand.Advertisement

Anonymous NBA player poll 2026: Players see no integrity problem, despite gambling, tanking issues

Does the NBA have an integrity problem? A strong majority of its players don’t think so, but they also see a troubling trend developing of issues that could damage the league’s reputation if they aren’t addressed.In our latest installment of The Athletic’s anonymous player poll, we asked more than 150 players if the league’s biggest controversies this season — gambling, tanking and accusations that the LA Clippers circumvented the salary cap with Kawhi Leonard — called the NBA’s integrity into q...

McInnes hails Hearts’ ‘addiction to winning’ ahead of huge week in title race

"That addiction to just winning games of football is something that's been screaming out of the club."Hearts head coach Derek McInnes is preparing for one of the biggest weeks of his managerial career and insists his players have the desire to clinch a historic Scottish Premiership title.

‘Shocked and saddened’: Kohli mourns death of former teammate Amanpreet Gill

Virat Kohli and the cricket fraternity mourned the untimely demise of former Punjab cricketer Amanpreet Singh Gill, who passed away at 36. Gill, an ex-India U-19 pacer, represented Punjab and was part of the inaugural IPL season with Kings XI Punjab. Tributes poured in from former teammates and the Punjab Cricket Association.

Harry Kane names his favourite for PSG vs Arsenal Champions League final

Bayern Munich were knocked out of the Champions League in the semi-finals by Paris Saint-Germain and Harry Kane has assessed Arsenal's chances against the defending champions

Australia stars say no to Pakistan ODI tour, prefer to stay back in IPL

Australia stars say no to Pakistan ODI tour prefer to stay back in IPL

Jan Brueghel and Illinois clash in Ormonde Stakes

It’s day two of the Boodles May Festival, with a whole host of superstars lining up for the Ormonde and Dee Stakes contests.3.05 Chester - Last year's hero Illinois faces Jan BrueghelLast year's winner Illinois takes on stablemate Jan Brueghel in a stellar renewal of this Group 3 Ladbrokes Ormonde Stakes.

Jamie Carragher issues public apology to Luis Enrique as PSG boss responds on live TV

Jamie Carragher attempted to bury the hatchet with the PSG boss following the Champions League semi-final

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Volkswagen R to return to Nurburgring 24 Hours in 2027 with Golf R

Volkswagen R to return to Nurburgring Hours in with Golf R

Man City players party until 1.30am despite Premier League title race with Arsenal

Manchester City's squad descended upon Louis Night Club in the city centre on Tuesday evening to bid farewell to two departing legends.The celebration honoured club captain Bernardo Silva and defender John Stones, both of whom announced last month they would be leaving at the end of the current campaign.Silva's departure marks the conclusion of a remarkable nine-year spell with the club, during which the Portuguese midfielder accumulated an extraordinary 18 major honours.His trophy haul includes...

Paris Saint-Germain returns to Champions League final after beating Bayern Munich

Sports Paris Saint-Germain returns to Champions League final after beating Bayern Munich May 7, 20264:22 AM ET By  The Associated Press PSG's head coach Luis Enrique, center, celebrates with the other members of the team after the Champions League semifinal second leg soccer match between Bayern Munich and Paris Saint Germain in Munich, Germany, Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Martin Meissner/AP hide caption toggle caption Martin Meissner/AP MUNICH — Ousmane Dembélé scored early and Paris Saint-Ger...

Mexico issues World Cup warning to players

Dubai: Concerns are growing in Mexico, one of this summer’s FIFA World Cup co-hosts, as tensions rise ahead of the tournament over the release of national team players.In an unusual move, the Mexican Football Federation has called-up domestic-based national team players for a short training camp beginning this week, warning that absences will carry serious consequences.With Mexico’s Liga MX's top clubs entering a decisive phase of the season, the move has caused confusion and uncertainty.A state...

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Steven Gerrard makes Arsenal Champions League final prediction amid PSG 'favourites' tag

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‘Look at Virat Kohli’: Sanjay questions Rohit and Suryakumar fitness standards

Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar believes Virat Kohli's elite fitness culture sets a benchmark that Rohit Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav may have fallen short of. Manjrekar suggested that a decline in physical conditioning, particularly after 30, has made things harder for Rohit and Suryakumar, impacting their performance, especially in T20 cricket.