Alfie Hewett is set to end a memorable 2023 as world No 1 in wheelchair tennis rankings for the first time | Tennis News

Alfie Hewett is set to end a memorable 2023 as the world No 1 in wheelchair tennis rankings for the first time after claiming his third Masters title since 2017 in Barcelona on Sunday. Hewett also sealed a hat-trick of ITF doubles Masters titles alongside Gordon Reid on Saturday before the 25-year-old from Norfolk went…

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Carlos Alcaraz in shock defeat to Roman Safiullin at Paris Masters, loses opening match for first time in 2023 | Tennis News

World No 2 Carlos Alcaraz suffered a shock defeat to Roman Safiullin at the Paris Masters as he lost his opening match of a tournament for the first time in 2023. The two-time Grand Slam champion was beaten 6-3 6-4 by the world No 45 in what was the players’ first meeting on the ATP…

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Moving on from success, Newsome eyes triumph with Meralco this time

Chris Newsome (front) will help Meralco reach for the sky.—AUGUST DELA CRUZ The joy of reaching the top while playing for flag and country has made Chris Newsome even more thirsty to complete the goal he has been chasing since entering the Philippine Basketball Association. “We still have a promise that we haven’t achieved yet,…

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PBA: Blackwater coach Jeffrey Cariaso believes it’s Baser Amer’s time

Blackwater’s Baser Amer. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—Blackwater coach Jeff Cariaso is still in the getting-to-know stage with Baser Amer but he believes it’s the guard’s season for the taking. Amer, who is about to be on his eighth season in the PBA, drew praises from Cariaso during the league’s Media Day at One Esplanade on…

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Wayne Rooney defends himself after boos from Birmingham fans, saying changes at St Andrew’s will take time | Football News

Wayne Rooney defended his management after he was booed by Birmingham fans at the end of his second game in charge, insisting changes will take time at St Andrew’s. Frustrated Blues fans made their feelings known after watching their club lose back-to-back games following Rooney’s appointment. He took over in controversial circumstances earlier this month…

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Get to Know the Most Loved Roblox Characters of All Time – estellcm

Get to Know the Most Loved Roblox Characters of All Time Roblox, the popular online gaming platform, has taken the world by storm with its unique concept of user-generated content and multiplayer functionality. With millions of players from all around the globe, it’s no wonder that there are some standout characters that have become…

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Courtney Lawes: It’s time for me to retire from England after Rugby World Cup campaign | Rugby Union News

Courtney Lawes: “I’ve said to the boys, anyone that’s asked. I think it’s time. I’ve done four World Cups, so I’m pretty happy with that. It’s an end of an era, but it’s been a real honour for me to represent England for so long. It flies by. I’m proud of the journey I’ve been…

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Helterbrand: 2-year ban ‘a long time’ for Brownlee

A two-year ban could spell trouble for Justin Brownlee’s career, says a former Barangay Ginebra star.—FIBA PHOTO Jayjay Helterbrand, a former longtime starting point guard of Barangay Ginebra, said a maximum ban for a flunked drug test would be very detrimental for Justin Brownlee. “Two years for a player is a long time. That’s a…

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PVL: Sammy Acaylar says ‘time will come’ as he brings winning pedigree to Gerflor

Gerflor coach Sammy Acaylar. –PVL PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — Gerflor coach Sammy Acaylar is determined to bring his winning tradition to the new-look Defenders as he makes his professional coaching debut in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference on Sunday at Smart Araneta Coliseum. After a winless PVL debut and a 12th place…

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PVL: Debuting Taka Minowa, Nxled taking it one step at a time

Nxled Chameleons’s Japanese coach Taka Minowa during the PVL press conference. –PVL PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — Taka Minowa remains patient with the progress of the Nxled Chameleons as the Japanese coach arrived two weeks before the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference opener on Sunday. Coaching in the Philippines — the home country of his…

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