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France’s Kouame becomes youngest male Grand Slam match-winner in 17 years | Tennis News

France’s Kouame becomes youngest male Grand Slam match-winner in 17 years | Tennis News

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At 17, Moise Kouame becomes the youngest winner of a Grand Slam match with French Open win against Marin Cilic. Published On 26 May 202626 May 2026 French teenager Moise Kouame announced himself on the Grand Slam stage in emphatic fashion, ⁠beating former US Open champion Marin Cilic 7-6(4) 6-2 6-1 at the French Open to become the youngest man to win a major main-draw match in 17 years. Handed a wildcard by organisers, the 17-year-old French teen ⁠looked entirely unfazed on Court Simonne Mathieu in the first-round match on Tuesday as he made his Grand Slam debut against a player 20 years his senior and a former world number three. Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list Cilic, the 2014 US Open champion and a Roland Garros semifinalist in 2022, arrived in Paris ranked 46th in the world but was outplayed by the ‌fearless teenager, whose speed in defence and deft drop shots repeatedly drew applause from the crowd. Ranked 318th, Kouame edged a tense opening set in a tiebreak after saving two …

Russell out of Canadian Grand Prix with engine failure

Russell out of Canadian Grand Prix with engine failure

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MONTREAL, May 24 : George Russell retired from the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday with a power unit failure after a thrilling wheel-to-wheel battle for the lead with Mercedes teammate and Formula One world championship leader Kimi Antonelli. Italian Antonelli, chasing his fourth win in a row and 18 points clear of Russell after Saturday’s sprint race won by the Briton, took over at the front. Russell had started on pole position in Montreal for the third year in succession with his 19-year-old teammate alongside on the front row. The car slowed and stopped by the side of the track on lap 30 of 68. Russell thumped the car with his hands and threw the headrest out, a gesture noted by race control, before stepping clear as the virtual safety car was deployed. Source link

GM flagship Cadillac expands into Brazil ahead of F1 Grand Prix

GM flagship Cadillac expands into Brazil ahead of F1 Grand Prix

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GM’s global ambitions will take center stage ahead of the next Brazilian Grand Prix, with its flagship luxury brand Cadillac announcing plans to open three brand-new “Experience Centers” in the South American nation as part of the lead-up to the race. Cadillac announced the next step in its South American expansion this week, confirming plans to open the brand’s first Experience Centers in Brasília, Curitiba, and São Paulo – three of the nation’s most populous and car-centric cities. “This is an exciting moment for us! The introduction of Cadillac in Brazil is a strategic decision built on the relevance of the national market and its importance within our long-term vision,” said Thomas Owsianski, president of GM South America, at a launch event held this past March. “The country has both the maturity of the segment and the environment required for the expansion of (Cadillac as) a global luxury brand.” Cadillac officially entered the Brazilian market with three of its hot-selling electric models – the OPTIQ, LYRIQ, and VISTIQ, respectively – back in March, with sales …

Djokovic seeks record 25th Grand Slam as French Open begins

Djokovic seeks record 25th Grand Slam as French Open begins

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PARIS, May 23 : The first round of the French Open starts on Sunday, with Novak Djokovic beginning his hunt for a fourth crown and a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title when he takes on home hope Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, while world number three Alexander Zverev faces Benjamin Bonzi. The claycourt Grand Slam starts under a shadow, with some players deciding to restrict their appearances at Friday’s and Saturday’s traditional pre-tournament media days amid growing tensions over prize money and player influence. TOP MEN’S MATCH: DJOKOVIC V MPETSHI PERRICARD Djokovic has played just one match since Indian Wells in March and the 39-year-old will need to quickly shake off any rust when he meets Mpetshi Perricard for the first time in his career in his opening match. The Serbian has spent the last two years trying to capture a 25th major crown that would move him past Margaret Court to take sole possession of the all-time record, but that quest looks in danger of being prolonged. “I wanted to play more but my body was …

When is Elsbeth coming back for season 4? All we know about CBS show’s grand return

When is Elsbeth coming back for season 4? All we know about CBS show’s grand return

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Elsbeth Tascioni is taking a brief break from cracking cases. On Thursday, May 21, the Carrie Preston led Elsbeth will air its season three finale, wrapping up a season once again filled with mysteries needing solving, the titular characters quirky solutions, and plenty of celebrity guest stars. Fret not however, the hit whodunnit has already been renewed for a fourth season, though fans will have to wait a few months to see it. © Michael Parmelee/CBSTracey Ullman returned this season as a different character When does Elsbeth return? CBS has yet to announce a release date for Elsbeth season four — the series typically airs Thursdays — however it is expected to follow its usual schedule of airing new seasons in the fall, either in September or October. Its fellow Thursday night shows Ghosts (season six), Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage (season three), and Matlock (season three) were also all renewed and are expected to return in the fall as well. © Getty ImagesEach season has a slew of celebrity guest stars Elsbeth season three …

I Hiked Using Robot Legs in the Grand Canyon. I Didn’t Even Need My Cane

I Hiked Using Robot Legs in the Grand Canyon. I Didn’t Even Need My Cane

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The Hypershell X Ultra S exoskeleton is designed to optimize your performance, whether you’re hiking or biking. Adam Doud/CNET I’m in Arizona, traversing a narrow path in the Grand Canyon, with outdoor exoskeleton maker Hypershell’s new $1,999 Hypershell X Ultra S strapped to my waist and legs. I’m waiting to become a superhero, or at the very least, gain the ability to join the Alien franchise and toss a giant xenomorph extraterrestrial out of an airlock, but I can barely haul my 50-year-old, 270-pound body up this 100-foot trail climb.  I look up at my counterpart, my 15-year-old daughter, and I’m filled with a whole lot of pride, and if I am being completely honest with myself, a bit of jealousy. This climb is no problem for her, but I’m the robot. I’m supposed to be the one flying through this. It’s just not fair. The climb continues.  Climbing is a part of hiking (or so I’m told), so we came down this trail, a sort of natural staircase if you will, just to see …

Eurovision 2026 winner crowned after dramatic grand final

Eurovision 2026 winner crowned after dramatic grand final

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The Eurovision Song Contest 2026 has officially crowned its latest winner following a dazzling grand final that delivered spectacular staging, emotional moments and plenty of surprises along the way. After weeks of anticipation – and months of intense fan speculation – Dara from Bulgaria emerged victorious with her song ‘Bangaranga’ securing the coveted Eurovision trophy after a dramatic public and jury vote.  © AFP via Getty ImagesDara celebrates her win onstage The high-energy pop song was produced by Monoir and written alongside Dimitris Kontopoulos, Anne Judith Wik, and Darina Yotova (Dara herself). © Getty ImagesDARA representing Bulgaria in the 2026 Eurovision Representing Bulgaria the singer delivered one of the night’s standout performances, earning huge cheers from the live crowd as millions watched around the world. © AFP via Getty ImagesThe moment the winners were announced As the final points were revealed, viewers were left on the edge of their seats, with several countries battling for the top spot throughout the tense voting sequence.  © APA/AFP via Getty ImagesDarina Nikolaeva Yotova, aka Dara, performs her high-energy …

Crowds protest in Vienna ahead of Eurovision grand finale – POLITICO

Crowds protest in Vienna ahead of Eurovision grand finale – POLITICO

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Norbert Kettner, chief executive of Vienna’s tourism board, told POLITICO that security measures around the city are “much more intense” than the last time Eurovision was hosted here in 2015.  “Yes, the security measures are extremely high. No big event in the free world can be made anymore without high security levels,” Kettner said, adding that the city is working to “protect people who want to celebrate peacefully, but also protect people who want demonstrate peacefully.”  He added that across the week, the energy among fans from different countries has been “peaceful and moderate.”   Eurovision’s organizer, the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), has repeatedly underlined that the song contest is apolitical, and that any broadcaster can take part as long as they follow EBU rules.   Speaking at a press conference on Saturday evening, the director general of Austria’s public broadcaster (ORF), Ingrid Thurnher, addressed the protest. She said everybody has the right to their opinion, and “that’s the nature of democracy,” but as the final is tonight the focus should be on the stage.   “We would really like for a couple of hours to have music, have the …

Sydney deny Newcastle in shootout to reach A-League Grand Final

Sydney deny Newcastle in shootout to reach A-League Grand Final

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May 16 : Sydney FC scraped into the A-League Grand Final with a 4-2 win on penalties at Newcastle Jets on Saturday after the second leg of their semi-final finished 1-1 in regular time and 2-2 on aggregate.  Ben Garuccio sealed the shootout after Sydney goalkeeper Harrison Devenish-Meares saved Xavier Bertoncello’s effort, leaving most of a sold-out crowd at McDonald Jones stadium devastated. Patrick Kisnorbo’s Sydney will bid for a record-extending sixth league title at Auckland FC, having been held 1-1 at home by the Jets in the first leg. “I kind of had my spot, I was confident with it,” said Garuccio of his winner. “It worked out. The boys were so good. “I think (Devenish-Meares) has been the best keeper in the league by a country mile.” Piero Quispe put Sydney 1-0 up in the 64th minute and the visitors defended grimly to be within seconds of victory but Newcastle winger Eli Adams conjured a last-gasp equaliser in the sixth minute of injury time. Newcastle won the Australian Cup in the off-season and …