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A former world junior number one and three-time Grand Slam junior champion, Monfils, by his own admission, perhaps did not fully fulfil his potential in the senior ranks, but he insists his “bucket list is full”.Over the course of his 23 seasons in professional tennis, he has won 13 ATP titles, reached at least the last eight at three of the four majors – Wimbledon is the exception – and achieved a career-high ranking of sixth in the world.There were 38 wins over top-10 ranked players, including multiple victories over both Federer and Nadal, and two Davis Cup finals with…
Tottenham decided their Europa League final-winning hero Brennan Johnson was free to leave the club in January when he signed for Crystal PalaceBrennan Johnson in eyeing UEFA Conference League final glory with Crystal PalaceBrennan Johnson admits he still hasn’t had time to properly process his Tottenham departure.The Welshman, who scored the winning goal for Spurs in the Europa League final last season against Manchester United in Bilbao, was told he was free to find a new club in January after falling out of favour under Thomas Frank.Since then, Mohamed Kudus, Tottenham’s other right winger, missed the remainder of the season…
The New York Knicks reached the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years with a commanding 130-93 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers.The Knicks continued their fine form as they swept the best-of-seven Eastern Conference Final 4-0 and extended their franchise record play-off win streak to 11 games.Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks’ scoring with 19 points and 14 rebounds, while the series’ Most Valuable Player Jalen Brunson added 15.The Knicks, whose only NBA titles came in 1970 and 1973, last reached the Finals in 1999 when they lost 4-1 against the San Antonio Spurs.Brunson, 29, was two years old…
The NFL will be returning to the UK in 2026, with three games set to take place in London at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and WembleyThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreNFL fans can buy tickets from these websites.(Image: AP)Following another gripping season, the National Football League (NFL) will be returning to the UK once more this year. The annual appearance of the premier American football competition has established itself as one of the marquee sporting occasions of the year, and 2026 is no exception.It has recently been confirmed…
McTominay stressed that he and his team-mates are determined to make amends for Euro 2024, when they finished bottom of their group in Germany, as they to progress to the knock-out stage for the first time.”Looking back, it doesn’t sit well with me,” the 29-year-old Napoli midfielder said. “I still have that bit between my teeth where you want to try to change it this time round and I’m sure everyone in that group has the same feeling as well.”Obviously, for us, it’s hugely important we approach it one game at a time and that’s the key in football -…
James Laurinaitis has found the Prince That Was Promised. The Ohio State linebackers coach continues to establish himself as one of college football’s premier recruiters. His reputation received another boost on Monday, when Missouri four-star Prince Goldsby — the No. 7 linebacker and No. 101 overall prospect in the 2027 class — committed to the Buckeyes. The Goldsby File Class: 2027 Size: 6-3/205 Pos: LB School: Blue Springs South (Blue Springs, Missouri) Composite Rating: ★★★★ Composite Rank: #101 (#7 LB) Goldsby is the third-highest-rated recruit (.9527 247Sports composite rating) Laurinaitis has landed since taking over Ohio State’s linebackers room in 2024, trailing only five-star Cincere Johnson (.9912)…
The New York Knicks have reached the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999 after beating the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 to complete a four-game sweep of the Eastern Conference finals. Karl Anthony-Towns had 19 points and 14 rebounds for the Knicks, OG Anunoby scored 17 and Landry Shamet added 16 off the bench, while Mikal Bridges and Jalen Brunson both had 15 apiece. Victory sees the Knicks become just the the fourth team in history to have an 11-game winning streak during the post-season run and the first since the Golden State Warriors, who had a 15-game run on their…
A month after the conclusion of the NFL draft in Pittsburgh, Visit Pittsburgh is out with new data that the organization says shows just how much of a historic success the draft was. However, a local analyst is casting doubt, saying the draft didn’t live up to the hype for some Pittsburghers. KDKA-TV spoke to Visit Pittsburgh’s CEO and the executive director of the Allegheny Institute for Public Policy to examine what aspects of the draft were successful, the challenges, and what could be done for future big events to avoid those challenges.The new preliminary figures show 43% of attendees came from…
Lancashire County Cricket Club has been recognised as one of the UK’s leading employers, having been named on the official Sunday Times Best Places to Work list for 2026.Lancashire CCC said the recognition reflected its continued commitment to fostering an inclusive, forward-thinking and purpose-driven workplace, where staff feel supported in developing their careers and making a meaningful impact.The nationwide workplace survey recognises and celebrates the UK’s top employers, showcasing organisations that are leading the way in employee engagement, workplace culture and overall employee experience.It highlights the best workplaces for women, the LGBTQIA+ community, disabled employees, ethnic minorities, younger and older…
The merchandise stalls were doing a roaring trade before kick-off as flags and scarves emblazoned with Guardiola’s face were bought by those attending the end of this incredible era.The arrival of the City team bus was greeted by hundreds of supporters lining up alongside the barriers in front of the Colin Bell Stand entrance, hoping to catch a glimpse of Guardiola entering the stadium for one last time as their manager.His tenure has delivered the Premier League title six times, as well as the holy grail of a Champions League plus three FA Cups and five Carabao Cups. City have…