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• US Open 2023: Maria Sakkari could smell 'weed' during shock first-round loss

  29-08-2023 09:17 via bbc.co.uk
  
  World number eight Maria Sakkari says she could smell "weed" during her surprise loss against Rebeka Masarova at the US Open.
  
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• Denise Walker obituary

  25-11-2024 17:56 via theguardian.com
  My friend Denise Walker, who has died aged 68 after a short illness, began her working life as a bilingual secretary, spent time running an after-school French club and later taught IT at an adult education college.She also made a great impact through her volunteering, including at the Latika children’s tennis club in Wokingham, Berkshire, where as chair between 2009 and 2022 she led the way on the building of a new clubhouse and the installation of floodlights. In addition she was honorar
  
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• ‘I had private chat with Andy Murray recently - I did not expect Novak Djokovic link up’

  25-11-2024 17:07 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray stunned the sporting world in his decision to coach Novak Djokovic, with Laura Robson having partially correctly predicting that the Brit would enter the coaching sphere
  
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• Jannik Sinner 'proud' to secure Italy's second consecutive Davis Cup victory – video

  24-11-2024 22:43 via theguardian.com
  
  Jannik Sinner clinched Italy’s second consecutive Davis Cup title and capped his breakthrough season at the top of tennis by beating Tallon Griekspoor 7-6 (2), 6-2 to complete a 2-0 win over the Netherlands in the final of the team competition. Sinner said he was 'proud of the whole team' and spoke of the competition's importance to Italy.Jannik Sinner tops off dream year by leading Italy to defence of Davis Cup Continue reading...
  
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• Retiring Davis Cup star gets his wish despite losing last tournament to Italy and Sinner

  24-11-2024 21:11 via express.co.uk
  
  Wesley Koolhof retired at the Davis Cup Finals.
  
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• Jannik Sinner tops off dream year as Italy retain Davis Cup title

  24-11-2024 20:11 via theguardian.com
  
  World No 1 seals 2-0 triumph over NetherlandsBerrettini beat Van de Zandschulp in first matchThe rise of Italian men’s tennis has been forecast by many for years as a special generation of young, talented players gradually climbed towards the top of the game. It is fair to say that they have arrived. One year on from their second ever triumph in the competition, Italy won the Davis Cup for a second straight year by defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in Malaga.In a rematch of Italy’s group
  
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• Jannik Sinner shows true colours immediately after winning second straight Davis Cup

  24-11-2024 19:56 via express.co.uk
  
  Jannik Sinner paid tribute to one of his rivals after helping Italy defend their Davis Cup title.
  
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• Jannik Sinner matches unprecedented Roger Federer feat as Italy retain Davis Cup title

  24-11-2024 19:31 via express.co.uk
  
  The Italian team beat the Netherlands to defend their Davis Cup crown.
  
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• Matteo Berrettini shows class after sending tennis umpire into retirement at Davis Cup

  24-11-2024 17:40 via express.co.uk
  
  Renowned tennis umpire Carlos Bernardes has officiated his final match.
  
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• Davis Cup bosses 'did what Rafael Nadal wanted' as they respond to huge backlash

  24-11-2024 17:23 via express.co.uk
  
  Rafael Nadal's retirement at the Davis Cup has sparked backlash.
  
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• Novak Djokovic's tennis rivals react to Andy Murray team-up as Brit becomes a coach

  24-11-2024 16:01 via express.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray will begin coaching Novak Djokovic during the off-season.
  
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• Andy Murray coaching Novak Djokovic makes sense after Rafa Nadal and Roger Federer comment

  24-11-2024 13:42 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray bid an emotional farewell to tennis at the Paris Olympics in the summer but will return as legendary rival Novak Djokovic's coach for the Australian Open
  
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• Rafael Nadal may now cancel retirement joke tennis fans after bombshell news

  24-11-2024 13:29 via express.co.uk
  
  Rafael Nadal called time on his legendary career at the Davis Cup.
  
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• Andy Murray heartbroken as he announces death of beloved family member

  24-11-2024 12:08 via express.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray has been left devastated by the death of his beloved border terrier Rusty, who he described as a "loyal and protective companion" in a touching tribute
  
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• Andy Murray's comment on Nadal and Federer sums up his feelings on Novak Djokovic

  24-11-2024 12:05 via express.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray retired from tennis in the summer but is set to make his comeback as legendary rival Novak Djokovic's coach ahead of the Australian Open.
  
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• Jannik Sinner refuses to answer question about Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic

  24-11-2024 12:03 via express.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray confirmed his first foray into professional tennis coaching alongside Novak Djokovic.
  
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• Andy Murray left heartbroken after death of beloved family dog Rusty

  24-11-2024 11:30 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray has paid tribute to his "loyal and protective companion" Rusty in an emotional post on social media - just two years after the death of his first border terrier Maggie
  
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• Judy Murray can't hide true feelings after son Andy agrees to become Novak Djokovic's coach

  23-11-2024 23:09 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray will attempt to help Novak Djokovic land his 25th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open next year after hanging up his own racket after the Paris Olympics
  
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• Sinner & Berrettini lead Italy into Davis Cup final

  23-11-2024 18:45 via bbc.com
  
  Jannik Sinner and Matteo Berrettini put defending champions Italy into the Davis Cup final with a 2-0 victory over Australia.
  
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• Jannik Sinner overpowers Alex de Minaur to put Italy into Davis Cup final

  23-11-2024 18:41 via theguardian.com
  
  Italy beat Australia 2-0 in repeat of last year’s finalThey will face Netherlands, who beat Germany 2-0Italy moved into the Davis Cup final after a 2-0 win over Australia on Saturday as Jannik Sinner defeated Alex de Minaur in straight sets to follow up Matteo Berrettini’s victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis for the defending champions.A repeat of last year’s final ended with the same result and with Sinner, the world No 1, again seeing off De Minaur. That sent Italy into Sunday&rs
  
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• 'He never liked retirement anyway' - Murray to coach Djokovic at Australian Open

  23-11-2024 17:22 via bbc.com
  
  Andy Murray will coach his long-time former rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open in 2025.
  
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• Andy Murray to coach Novak Djokovic for Australian Open

  23-11-2024 17:11 via theguardian.com
  
  Djokovic ‘excited to have a great rival on same side’Murray retired as a player at Paris OlympicsAndy Murray has announced that he will start the 2025 season as the new coach of his former rival Novak Djokovic in a sensational first coaching role since his retirement from the sport.The 37-year-olds, who were born just a week apart, have competed with each other as rivals from their childhood and they faced each other 36 times on the ATP Tour. Continue reading...
  
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• Andy Murray returns to coach old rival Novak Djokovic for Australian Open

  23-11-2024 17:11 via theguardian.com
  
  Djokovic: it turns out our story has one final chapterMurray retired as a player earlier this year at OlympicsDuring Andy Murray’s emotional retirement ceremony this summer at Wimbledon, his interviewer, Sue Barker, wondered whether Murray would be keen to return purely as a spectator. She noted he had many options; a spot among the club members, an invitation into the royal box or even the commentary booth.Murray, however, had other thoughts: “I’d probably be more co
  
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• BREAKING: Andy Murray to become Novak Djokovic's coach as tennis great makes shock announcement

  23-11-2024 17:09 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray retired earlier this year and is now set to step in the corner of his long-time rival Novak Djokovic in a coaching capacity as he takes the next step in his tennis career
  
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• Andy Murray to become Novak Djokovic's coach as tennis great makes shock announcement

  23-11-2024 17:09 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Andy Murray retired earlier this year and is now set to step in the corner of his long-time rival Novak Djokovic in a coaching capacity as he takes the next step in his tennis career
  
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• Rafael Nadal makes first move after tennis retirement as statement is released

  23-11-2024 10:56 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Rafael Nadal has wasted no time in making a major move just days after retiring from tennis with his hotel chain, ZEL Born, announcing a new location for one of their hotels
  
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• Roger Federer 'couldn't stand' Rafael Nadal - and tennis legends still aren't friends

  23-11-2024 09:00 via mirror.co.uk
  
  Although the relationship between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer appears to be peachy on the outside, the pair are far from being pen pals despite ditching their differences
  
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• Netherlands beat Germany to reach first Davis Cup final

  22-11-2024 23:19 via bbc.com
  
  The Netherlands reach the final of the Davis Cup for the first time as Tallon Griekspoor fights back in his singles match to clinch a 2-0 win over Germany.
  
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• Spanish tennis boss responds to Rafael Nadal backlash and points blame as new plan shared

  22-11-2024 16:48 via express.co.uk
  
  Rafael Nadal's Davis Cup retirement ceremony has caused a stir.
  
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• Third Rafael Nadal coach slams 'shabby' farewell ceremony as his camp show no mercy

  22-11-2024 13:38 via express.co.uk
  
  Rafael Nadal's camp weren't happy with his Davis Cup Finals farewell.
  
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