Tennis-Fans line up in cool Roland Garros weather as French Open begins

Tennis-Fans line up in cool Roland Garros weather as French Open begins

Thousands of spectators attended the French Open at Roland Garros in Paris as the second Grand Slam tournament of the year began. Rafa Nadal, a 14-times champion, played fourth seed Alexander Zverev on Monday. Carlos Alcaraz, a Spaniard and third seed, is expected to do well despite recently recovering from an injury. American fans are excited to see Alcaraz’s performance. French fans are hopeful with players like Ugo Humbert in the men’s draw. Former champion Stan Wawrinka and Andy Murray closed the day with 40 matches played.

‘When I saw Thanasis’ body, my life stopped’

‘When I saw Thanasis’ body, my life stopped’

– After 19 years, a court has ruled that Thanasis Nicolaou was murdered, not that he committed suicide.

Djokovic, ’s shaky season opens window of opportunity at Roland Garros

Djokovic, ’s shaky season opens window of opportunity at Roland Garros

Novak Djokovic’s form has been erratic in the first five months of 2024, with tame defeats affecting his rhythm ahead of the French Open.

Nadal handed tough draw against Zverev at French Open

Nadal handed tough draw against Zverev at French Open

Rafa Nadal was drawn against fourth seed Alexander Zverev in the first round of the French Open.

Invincible no more, but,  Nadal targets final fling at Roland Garros

Invincible no more, but,  Nadal targets final fling at Roland Garros

Rafa Nadal is considering playing in the French Open despite niggling injuries, as it could be his last appearance at the Grand Slam he has dominated for nearly two decades.

Child suffers vision loss playing with laser toy

Child suffers vision loss playing with laser toy

A child suffered vision loss after playing with a laser toy, prompting the state health services organisation (Okypy) to issue a warning over laser pointers and toys.

What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it?

What is aircraft turbulence and how common is it?

One passenger died from a suspected heart attack and 30 others were injured when a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, prompting the plane to divert to Bangkok.

Scheffler detained by police before US PGA second round

Scheffler detained by police before US PGA second round

Fact: Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was detained by police while trying to enter the Valhalla Golf Club for the second round of the PGA Championship.

Five injured in traffic accident

Five injured in traffic accident

Fact: The accident occurred when a 24-year-old driver lost control of his vehicle and smashed into a parked car, hitting four 19-year-old males standing on the road. The driver later tested positive for drug use.

Ederson to miss title decider and FA Cup final

Ederson to miss title decider and FA Cup final

Fact: Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson will miss the last two games of the season, including the FA Cup final, due to a small fracture of his eye socket.