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.
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On This Day: Leading Nazi Heinrich Himmler committed suicide in 1945
On May 23, 1934, notorious American outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were killed in a shootout with police.
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.
Euro U17 kicks off, as Cyprus ready to host its biggest football competition
The UEFA European Under-17 Championship finals begin in Cyprus today, with sixteen national teams competing for the title. Cyprus is in Group A with the Czech Republic, Ukraine, and Serbia, aiming to advance to the knockout stages. Other matches today include Serbia vs. Ukraine, Denmark vs. Wales, and Croatia vs. Austria.
President for Vasilikos: The state cannot be blackmailed; there is a plan B but I don’t want to get to that point
President Nikos Christodoulides is in contact with the company and various EU and non-EU member states to create prospects for the resumption of talks. The Vasilikos terminal project has three phases, with progress varying in each. The President will meet with the Ambassador of China to discuss the project, emphasizing the need for solutions to be found with goodwill. A plan B exists, but the government intends to proceed with the contract obligations.
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.
Nadal unclear on French Open participation after Rome exit
Fact: Rafa Nadal is still unsure whether he will play in the French Open starting this month after being eliminated from the Italian Open by Hubert Hurkacz.
Djokovic hit on head by water bottle while signing autographs
Novak Djokovic was struck in the head by a water bottle after his second-round win at the Italian Open. He required medical attention but tournament organizers said there was no cause for concern over his condition.
Murray to make return from injury at Geneva Open
Andy Murray will make his comeback from injury at the Geneva Open after being given a wildcard by the organizers. Murray, who turns 37 this month, injured his ankle in March and opted not to undergo surgery. He plans to compete at the French Open and hopes to play at another Olympics. Murray has not played at the French Open since 2020.
Summer of sport to help revive global beer sales
Global brewers are expected to see an increase in beer sales this year, with factors like sports events, slower inflation, and weather patterns contributing to the growth. Heineken and Carlsberg have already reported higher volumes after a period of decline, while Anheuser-Busch InBev’s sales were impacted by a boycott but are expected to improve. Price increases have been the main driver of revenue growth in recent years, but with cost increases easing, volume growth is expected to become a more significant revenue driver. This shift is also expected to help improve margins for brewers.