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Djokovic storms into Monte Carlo semis after six years, Sinner joins top four

In a tense quarter-final at the Monte Carlo Masters, Italyโ€™s Jannik Sinner, ranked number two in the world, triumphed over Danish player Holger Rune with scores of 6-4, 6-7(6), 6-3. Rune, who had saved two match points, was unable to secure a win against Sinner. Meanwhile, top seed Novak Djokovic secured his place in the semi-finals after defeating Australia’s 11th …

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Max Verstappen eyeing Mercedes switch? Former F1 driver drops bombshell

Red Bull racing’s Max Verstappen is preparing for the upcoming China Grand Prix set to start on April 21. Following his recent victory in Japan, he is again the favorite to win. However, there’s growing speculation that Verstappen might be considering a switch from Red Bull to Mercedes, despite being under contract with Red Bull until 2028. Reports suggest that …

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Premier League gears up for offside tech upgrade in 2024-25 season

The English Premier League (PL) announced on Thursday (April 11) that it will implement semi-automated offside technology (SAOT) starting from the 2024-25 season. This decision, endorsed unanimously by top-flight clubs, follows discussions involving league stakeholders. The incorporation of SAOT is expected to reduce the duration of VAR checks for offside situations by an average of 30 seconds. **Implementation of Semi-Automated …

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Djokovic Cruises, de Minaur Dominates in Monte Carlo Tennis

Novak Djokovic, the top-ranked tennis player, showcased his prowess at the Monte Carlo Masters, securing a decisive victory over Russia’s Roman Safiullin with scores of 6-1 and 6-2, advancing to the third round on the tournament’s rain-interrupted third day, April 9. Having opted out of the Miami Open to manage his playing schedule, Djokovic demonstrated his readiness, breaking Safiullin’s serve …

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Real Madrid vs. Man City Ends in Thrilling Draw, Same for Bayern vs. Arsenal

Tuesday night’s UEFA Champions League quarterfinal first legs were a spectacle of football, with Real Madrid and Manchester City drawing 3-3 in a thrilling encounter at the Santiago Bernabรฉu Stadium. This match was a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring stunning goals and a dynamic back-and-forth between the teams, setting up an eagerly anticipated second leg. The same evening, Bayern Munich secured …

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Sumit Nagal Makes History at Monte Carlo Masters with First Main Draw Win

On April 8, Sumit Nagal of India etched his name into the tennis history books by securing a win against Italy’s Matteo Arnaldi in the opening round of the Monte Carlos Masters, marking him as the first Indian man to achieve a main draw win at this prestigious event. This victory also positioned Nagal as the inaugural Indian victor of …

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Everton Slapped with Two-Point Deduction for Financial Rule Breach

Everton FC has been penalized with a two-point deduction for failing to comply with the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR), which has resulted in the team moving perilously close to the relegation zone. This penalty marks the second time this season that Everton has faced a deduction, with an earlier 10-point penalty being reduced to six points upon …

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Top-Seeded Jessica Pegula Advances Towards Charleston Title in WTA Roundup

Jessica Pegula, the top seed, narrowly escaped defeat against the 12th seed, Victoria Azarenka, by saving four match points and winning 6-4, 3-6, 7-6 (7) in the Credit One Charleston Open quarterfinals in South Carolina. Despite Azarenka’s effort in saving four match points herself, her 12 double faults compared to Pegula’s none was a decisive factor in the match. Pegula’s …

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