5 h. ago Emma Raducanu crashes out of Madrid Open to continue British struggles in Spain

Raducanu was beaten 6-4 2-6 6-2 in the Spanish capital, while Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal also lost

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6 h. ago Emma Raducanu vs Marta Kostyuk LIVE: Brit fights back to level at one set all in Madrid Open second round

The British No. 2 continues her Madrid campaign against 24th seed Marta Kostyuk

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7 h. ago Emma Raducanu vs Marta Kostyuk LIVE: Brit trails by a set in Madrid Open second round

The British No. 2 continues her Madrid campaign against 24th seed Marta Kostyuk

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8 h. ago Emma Raducanu vs Marta Kostyuk LIVE: Brit bids to reach Madrid Open third round

The British No. 2 continues her Madrid campaign against 24th seed Marta Kostyuk

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11 h. ago Hiroshige’s peerless prints, McCartney’s unseen snaps and Vancouver’s blue skies – the week in art

Van Gogh’s favourite Japanese artist is at the British Museum, Lisa Milroy’s memories of Canada are on show in London, and new thresholds are crossed by Do Ho Suh – all in your weekly dispatchHiroshige: Artist of the Open RoadIt’s not hard to see why Hiroshige was Van Gogh’s favourite Japanese printmaker – his colours have a radiant intensity almost without equal in art. • British Museum, London, from 1 May until 7 September Continue reading...

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18 h. ago Péter Erdő is a strong candidate to be the next pope – and that’s reason to be fearful | Alex Faludy

The archbishop is traditionalists’ preferred candidate for a reason: his papacy would wind back the progress made under Pope FrancisWho might be the next pope? The question is famously difficult to answer. But we can be reasonably confident that if the successful contender comes from the traditionalist camp – as opposed to the reformists – then he is likely to be Hungary’s most senior bishop, Péter Erdő.If you follow Hungarian politics then you will know of Erdő – a highly cultured man, respected for his broad learning well beyond his specialism in church law. His expertise has made him a valued consultant to Vatican bodies, while his sermons and interviews abound with historical and literary references. Yet he’s also a remote figure, lacking the common touch that defined Francis’s papacy; ascetic-looking, he’s rarely pictured smiling.Alex Faludy is a British-Hungarian freelance journalist based in Budapest, specialising in religious affairs Continue reading...

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39 h. ago Emma Raducanu reveals inner strength after ‘getting stuck in’ during Madrid Open victory

The Brit claimed a 7-6 (4) 6-4 triumph over Suzan Lamens

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51 h. ago Emma Raducanu ‘got stuck in at the right moments’ during Madrid Open win

The Briton claimed a 7-6 (4) 6-4 triumph over Suzan Lamens.

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54 h. ago Emma Raducanu marks return to action with straight sets win at Madrid Open

A second-round meeting with Marta Kostyuk awaits at the Madrid Open

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54 h. ago Emma Raducanu returns to action with Madrid Open win over Suzan Lamens

First clay-court match of the season is 7-6 (4), 6-4 victory‘Not my best level but I competed really well,’ says BritonEmma Raducanu opened her Madrid Open campaign with a gritty victory against a quality, in-form opponent, holding off Suzan Lamens of the Netherlands 7-6 (4), 6-4 to reach the second round.Over the past three and a half years, as Raducanu has tried to navigate the pressure, stress and discomfort that accompanied her spectacular arrival, there have been times where it seemed like she might find her way. Those hopeful moments were usually fleeting, with a series of tough losses, injuries or a self-sabotaging decision always around the corner. Continue reading...

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55 h. ago Emma Raducanu vs Suzan Lamens LIVE: Raducanu wins in straight sets at the Madrid Open

Raducanu earned her first win of the clay-court season by beating Lamens 7-6 6-2 in the opening round

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56 h. ago Emma Raducanu vs Suzan Lamens LIVE: Raducanu leads after winning first

Raducanu returns to action after producing a brilliant run at the Miami Open last month

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57 h. ago Emma Raducanu vs Suzan Lamens LIVE: Raducanu escapes second break in tight first set at Madrid Open

Raducanu returns to action after producing a brilliant run at the Miami Open last month

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62 h. ago Katie Boulter dismisses Emma Raducanu ‘pressure’ in British rankings battle

Boulter reached the second round of the Madrid Open for the first time with victory over Katerina Siniakova

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3 d. ago Emma Raducanu explains her ‘less is more’ approach ahead of Madrid Open return

Raducanu will face Dutch player Suzan Lamens in the opening round on Wednesday

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3 d. ago ‘The people’s pope’: what the papers say about the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis, an outsider Jesuit pontiff from Argentina, is being mourned across the globe – here is the front-page reaction in BritainThe death of Pope Francis has reverberated around the world, with the Catholic leader remembered by millions as a Jesuit pontiff who pushed for social and economic justice.Here is how the major British newspapers responded to the news. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago I can trust him – Emma Raducanu to keep working with coach Mark Petchey

The 22-year-old linked up with Andy Murray’s former coach ahead of last month’s Miami Open, where she reached the quarter-finals.

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4 d. ago ‘I can trust him’: Emma Raducanu to continue coaching partnership with Mark Petchey

Raducanu working with coach on informal basisPair teamed up during Miami Open in MarchEmma Raducanu has revealed she intends to continue her coaching partnership with Mark Petchey on an ad hoc basis following her quarter-final run at the Miami Open last month.“We’re keeping things informal for now and it’s been working,” she said in a joint interview with the Guardian and the BBC before the Madrid Open. “He’s someone I’ve known for a long time and I do feel like I can trust him. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper feelings made clear amid close relationship

Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper are two of the most exciting young players in tennis, but the latter has emerged as the British fans' favourite in recent weeks

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6 d. ago Ryanair's strict £46 suitcase rule catching tourists out before they board

The budget airline Ryanair isn't always wallet-friendly with British travellers continually subjected to hidden fees, including one hefty fee tied to checked luggage

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