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Djokovic makes winning start on Agassi's watch 30 May 2017 - 12:00 am

Paris: Defending champion Novak Djokovic enjoyed a winning French Open start under new coach Andre Agassi yesterday, cruising past Spain's Marcel Granollers 6-3,...

Battling Kyrgios ready to play through pain 30 May 2017 - 12:00 am

Paris: Nick Kyrgios is having a "hard time" with hip and shoulder injuries but the Australian said he has done all he can...

French artist Joel Blanc uses water colours to paint the tennis match between Serbia's Novak Djokovic and Spain's Marcel Granollers at the Roland Garros 2017 French Open in Paris yesterday.

Nadal batters Paire to begin title bid 30 May 2017 - 12:00 am

Paris: Rafael Nadal launched his quest for a record 10th French Open title with a 6-1, 6-4, 6-1 win over Frenchman Benoit Paire...

Lekhwiya eye quarters berth in home clash 30 May 2017 - 12:00 am

Qatar’s Lekhwiya need a win over Iran’s Persepolis FC in today’s clash at Al Sadd Stadium to book a spot in the last...

Qatar Billiards and Snooker's Federation chief says domination of sport a result of strategy 29 May 2017 - 10:30 pm

Doha: President of the Qatar Billiards and Snooker's Federation (QBSF) Mubarak Al Khayareen (pictured), who is also the President of International Billiards and...

Qatari cagers bag bronze at FIBA 3x3 U18 Asia Cup 29 May 2017 - 10:20 pm

The Qatari youth basketball team won the third place of the 2017 FIBA 3x3 U18 Asia Cup at the Gem-In shopping mall in...

Kisner shuts out big names to claim title at Colonial 29 May 2017 - 10:10 pm

New York: Kevin Kisner discarded his bridesmaid tag when he sank a clutch, five-foot putt for par to seal a one-stroke victory at...

Aussie paceman Starc sees quick return to rhythm 29 May 2017 - 10:10 pm

London: Refreshed Australia pace spearhead Mitchell Starc is confident of regaining his rhythm quickly for the Champions Trophy after being sidelined nearly three...

No win but no regrets as Alonso returns to Formula One 29 May 2017 - 10:10 pm

Indianapolis: Fernando Alonso left the Brickyard on Sunday without a fairytale victory to cap his Indy 500 adventure but had no regrets as...

Critics made me stronger, says Mertesacker 29 May 2017 - 10:10 pm

London: Per Mertesacker says his key role in Arsenal's FA Cup final triumph was fuelled by the critics who claimed he was past...

Just one week for Djokovic and Agassi 29 May 2017 - 07:48 pm

Paris: Novak Djokovic began his partnership with Andre Agassi with victory on Monday but the American legend definitely won't be around if the...

Tiger Woods arrested in Florida on DUI charge 29 May 2017 - 07:44 pm

Former world number one golfer Tiger Woods was arrested in South Florida on Monday morning on a charge of driving under the influence...

Rabada sparks England slump as Proteas win 3rd ODI 29 May 2017 - 07:40 pm

London: Kagiso Rabada sparked a dramatic England collapse as South Africa won by seven wickets to record a consolation win in the third...

Nadal, Djokovic cruise as Muguruza downs ex-champ 29 May 2017 - 06:30 pm

Paris: Rafael Nadal launched his pursuit of a record 10th French Open title in convincing fashion, while defending champion Novak Djokovic eased to...

Dortmund confirm Reus tore cruciate ligament 29 May 2017 - 03:49 pm

Berlin: Marco Reus' injury misery continued Monday when Borussia Dortmund confirmed the winger partially tore his cruciate ligament in Saturday's German Cup final...

Ter Stegen extends Barca deal to 2022 29 May 2017 - 03:13 pm

Barcelona: German international goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen tied his future to Barcelona by extending his contract with the Catalan giants to 2022 on...

Muguruza strolls as Nadal, Djokovic enter fray 29 May 2017 - 03:07 pm

Paris: Reigning French Open champion Garbine Muguruza breezed into the second round, while Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic prepared to launch their title...