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French Opne: Who can dethrone Rafael Nadal, the king of clay?

Spain's Rafael Nadal returns a ball to Switzerland's Roger Federer during the final of the ATP Rome Masters on May 19, 2013. Nadal crushes Federer 6-1, 6-3 to win seventh Rome title. AFP PHOTO / GABRIEL BOUYS *** Local Caption *** 152217-01-08.jpg

Spaniard has an astonishing combined 61-6 record on clay against the other top 10 seeds. Read Article French Opne: Who can dethrone Rafael Nadal, the king of clay?

The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

Serena Williams of the United States returns the ball to Belarus' Victoria Azarenka during their final match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 19, 2013. Williams won 6-1, 6-3. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) *** Local Caption *** Italian Open Tennis.JPEG-0be57.jpg

The world No 1 has only one title to her name at Roland Garros and endured her worst grand slam performance there 12 months ago, writes Ahmed Rizvi. Read Article The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

Andy Murray pulls out of French Open through injury

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Pain in lower back forces world No 2 to look beyond second grand slam tournament in the calendar year. Read Article Andy Murray pulls out of French Open through injury

Is Rafael Nadal back to his best? Sure thing he is

Spain's Rafael Nadal celebrates after winning the final match against Roger Federer of Switzerland at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 19, 2013. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) *** Local Caption *** Italian Open Tennis.JPEG-05746.jpg

Spaniard's dismantling of Roger Federer on Sunday shows he is almost unbeatable on clay. Read Article Is Rafael Nadal back to his best? Sure thing he is

Tennis: No old pals act for Jimmy Connors

American stands by claims that the Big Four are soft, unlike in his day, writes Ahmed Rizvi. Read Article Tennis: No old pals act for Jimmy Connors

Jury out on Roger Federer until he gets on the grass

It looks like things might be catching up with the Swiss former world No 1, writes Ahmed Rizvi Read Article Jury out on Roger Federer until he gets on the grass

Tennis: Rafael Nadal to meet Roger Federer in Rome final

Serena Williams will have to beat Victoria Azarenka in the women's summit clash of the Italian Open. Read Article Tennis: Rafael Nadal to meet Roger Federer in Rome final

Rome Masters: Back pain may force Andy Murray out of French Open

World No 2 pulls out of claycourt tournament; Rafael Nadal and Maria Sharapova make their way into the next round. Read Article Rome Masters: Back pain may force Andy Murray out of French Open

Rome next but Serena Williams has another feat on clay in mind at Paris

The French Open has never been a happy hunting ground for Serena Williams. She has won just one of her 15 grand slam titles there - back in 2002 - and last year, she was dumped out in the first round by Italian Virginie Razzano. Read Article Rome next but Serena Williams has another feat on clay in mind at Paris

Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov is emerging from shadow of 'Baby Federer' moniker

Now 21, Dimitrov is starting to realise his massive potential, writes Ahmed Rizvi. Read Article Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov is emerging from shadow of 'Baby Federer' moniker

Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer thrill home fans at Madrid Open

But Victoria Azarenka is out of the tournament after tumbling to her first defeat of the year. Read Article Rafael Nadal and David Ferrer thrill home fans at Madrid Open

Short rest may help Roger Federer catch up clay-court rivals quick

After a two-month break, Roger Federer is finally back and will start the defence of his Madrid Open title this week against Radek Stepanek. Read Article Short rest may help Roger Federer catch up clay-court rivals quick

Serena Williams goes from idol to idle in Sloane Stephens' eyes

Sloane Stephens vents after being given cold shoulder by world No 1, writes Ahmed Rizvi. Read Article Serena Williams goes from idol to idle in Sloane Stephens' eyes


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Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - April 14, 2013. Eid Baroot ( Head Coach of Al Wasl ), at the Etisalat Pro League round 21. ( Jeffrey E Biteng / The National )

Caretaker manager to take over at Ras Al Kaimah next season, reports John McAuley.  Eid Baroot and Al Wasl part ways

Borussia Dortmund can recreate the magic of 1997 at Wembley

28 May 1997, Munich, Germany --- Borussia Dortmund's players celebrate with the trophy after they won the 1996-1997 UEFA Champions League final against Juventus 3-1. --- Image by © Christian Liewig/TempSport/Corbis

Dortmund could inflict more final hurt on Bayern Munich tonight, writes Ian Hawkey.  Borussia Dortmund can recreate the magic of 1997 at Wembley

Premier League: A Welsh community is taking shape with Swansea, Cardiff and Bale

Danish manager Michael Laudrup adapted well to the transition from Spain to Wales to steer Swansea City's fortunes while the Welsh Gareth Bale, next, was Player of the Year. Olly Greenwood, Ian Kington / AFP

Swansea City's success and the addition of Cardiff City have meant that players from Wales are growing, writes Ian Hawkey.  Premier League: A Welsh community is taking shape with Swansea, Cardiff and Bale

Horse racing: Sheikh Fahad Al Thani looks to add to rising stock in Britain

EPSOM, ENGLAND - MAY 23: Jamie Spencer riding Dunaden during 'Breakfast with the Stars' morning at Epsom racecourse on May 23, 2013 in Epsom, England. (Photo by Alan Crowhurst/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** 169317278.jpg

Dunaden and Chopin to run at Epsom as Qatari bids to secure his first major win in UK.  Horse racing: Sheikh Fahad Al Thani looks to add to rising stock in Britain

McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh happy to duck the Formula One limelight

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 16: McLaren Team Principal Martin Whitmarsh is seen on the pitwall before qualifying for the Australian Formula One Grand Prix at the Albert Park Circuit on March 16, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Paul Gilham/Getty Images)

The team principal enjoys life in the fast lane but relishes his time away from the track, writes Gary Meenaghan.  McLaren's Martin Whitmarsh happy to duck the Formula One limelight

The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

Serena Williams of the United States returns the ball to Belarus' Victoria Azarenka during their final match at the Italian Open tennis tournament in Rome, Sunday, May 19, 2013. Williams won 6-1, 6-3. (AP Photo/Alessandra Tarantino) *** Local Caption *** Italian Open Tennis.JPEG-0be57.jpg

The world No 1 has only one title to her name at Roland Garros and endured her worst grand slam performance there 12 months ago, writes Ahmed Rizvi.  The troubles of Serena Williams at the French Open

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