21 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz signs up to new event and accused of ‘fattening his wallet’

Carlos Alcaraz is set to face Joao Fonseca in an exhibition match in Miami in December, with the Spaniard's net worth continuing to grow as a result of his on-court success

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24 h. ago Wimbledon finalist's Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner comparison speaks volumes about rivals

Jasmine Paolini has been a regular fixture in the world's top 10 and the Italian star has watched Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner's rivalry closely throughout the year

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28 h. ago Carlos Alcaraz to have millions taken away as tennis star stung by little

Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from the Shanghai Masters earlier this week due to an ankle injury, and his decision has ensured that he'll suffer a significant financial loss

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4 d. ago BBC loses rights to sporting event in huge blow as Channel 4 signs multi

The iconic Boat Race has been largely shown on the BBC since it was first broadcast on TV in 1938, but it has now found a new home on Channel 4

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5 d. ago Jannik Sinner beats Learner Tien in Beijing to claim first title since Wimbledon

The world number two matched Japan Open champion Carlos Alcaraz by winning another title.

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5 d. ago Jannik Sinner v Learner Tien live: China Open final result as Italian responds to Carlos Alcaraz shock

Sinner responded to Carlos Alcaraz’s victory in the Japan Open final, which was followed by his withdrawal from the Shanghai Masters

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5 d. ago Jannik Sinner v Learner Tien live: China Open final latest score and updates

Sinner looks to respond to Carlos Alcaraz’s victory in the Japan Open final, which was followed by his withdrawal from the Shanghai Masters

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5 d. ago What is Black History Month and what is the history behind the UK celebration?

Black History Month is an annual celebration of the achievements, contributions and history of Black people in the UK - here's everything you need to know on the history and significance of the event

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5 d. ago Alcaraz wraps up seventh title from nine finals with Japan Open win over Fritz

Sublime Spaniard beats world No 4 in straight setsBut he pulls out of Shanghai Masters to ‘rest and recover’After consoling his opponent and embracing his team at the end of another successful week on the tour, Carlos Alcaraz had just one thought on his mind. He immediately sought out a pair of scissors to finally remove the extensive bandage wrapped tightly around his left ankle.Having started his week in Tokyo by rolling his ankle and being unsure about whether he would continue, Alcaraz ended it with his eighth title of the season as he overcame a spirited fight from a physically hampered Taylor Fritz to triumph at the Japan Open with a 6-4, 6-4 win. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of Shanghai Masters just hours after winning Japan Open

Alcaraz said he has been ‘struggling with some physical issues’ and has chosen to pull out of the Masters 1000 event

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5 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz’s fury at time violation in Japan Open final win over Taylor Fritz

Alcaraz defeated Fritz 6-4 6-4 to continue his dominance in men’s tennis

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6 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz fury at time violation in Japan Open final win over Taylor Fritz

Alcaraz defeated Fritz 6-4 6-4 to continue his dominance in men’s tennis.

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6 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz gives special credit to ‘best physio in the world’ after winning Japan Open title

Alcaraz recovered from a major injury scare in his first match of the tournament to win his eighth title of the season in Tokyo

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6 d. ago Carlos Alcaraz v Taylor Fritz live: Japan Open final latest score and updates

World No 1 Alcaraz is bidding for an eighth title this season after reaching a 10th final

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6 d. ago Being Carlos Alcaraz by Mark Hodgkinson: How to be No1: keep grandma's card in your bag and smile a lot

He has swiftly risen to tennis stardom and Mark Mason discovers what makes the Spanish champion tick.

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7 d. ago Perhaps only civil servants and I believe it, but 'networking' is the stuff life is made of | Viv Groskop

The Cabinet Office wants to ban ‘networking meetings’ in working hours. Call me an interfering Sir Humphrey, but isn’t actually talking to colleagues the way to get things done?In these broken times, it’s not easy to spare a thought for the plight of the humble civil servant. But bear with me and open your heart. Last week, it emerged that the Cabinet Office has brought in new rules for civil servants about the types of meetings they can hold. Anything that constitutes a “networking meeting” now has to be held outside working hours. And if it’s a networking “event”, it has to be signed off by a senior civil servant.Alex Thomas, a programme director at the Institute for Government, said the new rules were “reasonably proportionate as most meetings take place after work or in lunchtimes anyway”, and that “reminding civil servants that they are primarily there to do their core jobs is not a bad thing”.Viv Groskop is a comedian and author of How to Own the Room: Women and the Art of Bri...

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1 week ago ‘I was scared’: Carlos Alcaraz provides injury update after fall at Japan Open

Alcaraz continued to play on against Sebastian Baez but fell to the ground after hurting his foot in a frightening moment

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1 week ago Carlos Alcaraz receives medical attention after scary fall at Japan Open

Alcaraz continued to play on against Sebastian Baez but fell to the ground after hurting his foot in a frightening moment

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1 week ago Jannik Sinner reveals plan for ‘something new’ in bid to best rival Carlos Alcaraz

Sinner was beaten by his great rival in the US Open final and believes tweaks need to be made

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2 w. ago Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz can win huge sum as Laver Cup prize money emerges

The 2025 Laver Cup is currently taking place in San Francisco with Team Europe looking to defend their title against Team World - and there is a huge amount of prize money on offer

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