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Andy Murray out of French Open

Andy Murray out of French Open

22/05/2013

Andy Murray has pulled out of the French Open tennis championships with a back injury.

The Scot recently warned he may have to miss the event and has now confirmed this will be the case, meaning he will have to wait another year for a chance...

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Scottish independence to spark Murray Mound ownership row?

Scottish independence to spark Murray Mound ownership row?

21/05/2013

Today (May 21st) Scottish National Party leader Alex Salmond has been setting out the economic case for independence ahead of next year's referendum, insisting Scotland can afford to go it alone.

However, this begs a question: Could the rest...

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Did Roger Federer's haircut cause latest defeat?

Did Roger Federer's haircut cause latest defeat?

20/05/2013

Roger Federer was thrashed in the final of the Rome Masters by Rafael Nadal amid deep concerns about his haircut.

The Swiss legend has been famous for the flowing locks that have been a key factor in a glittering career featuring 17 grand slams,...

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Injured Andy Murray in French Open doubt

Injured Andy Murray in French Open doubt

16/05/2013

Andy Murray looks set to miss the French Open after sustaining a back injury that caused only the second retirement of his career.

The Scot's 26th birthday turned sour when he struggled against Marcel Granollers in the Italian Open before...

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Laura Robson faces second Williams challenge after eclipsing Venus

Laura Robson faces second Williams challenge after eclipsing Venus

14/05/2013

Laura Robson has added another name to her growing list of defeated grand slam winners with victory over Venus Williams - and now faces her sister Serena.

The 19-year-old beat the American 6-3, 6-2 in the opening round of the Rome Masters yesterday...

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Robson to face Venus in Rome

Robson to face Venus in Rome

13/05/2013

Laura Robson has been handed a tough draw in Rome.

The 19-year-old will be up against Venus Williams in the first round today (May 13th) and even if she beats the seven-time grand slam winner, she will then progress to play Venus' sister...

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Andy Murray reclaims world number two ranking

Andy Murray reclaims world number two ranking

10/05/2013

Andy Murray has regained the world number two ranking he recently handed back to Roger Federer, as the pair had contrasting results in the Madrid Open.

Murray battled through a tough three-set match against Gilles Simon that lasted nearly three...

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Laura Robson misses out in Ivanovic nail-biter

Laura Robson misses out in Ivanovic nail-biter

09/05/2013

Laura Robson narrowly missed out on another big-name scalp as she lost a deciding set tie-break against world number 16 Ana Ivanovic at the Madrid Open.

The 19-year old was heading for victory at 5-2 up in the third set, before failing to serve...

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Trip of past winners join star-studded Aegon Championships line-up

Trip of past winners join star-studded Aegon Championships line-up

02/05/2013

The line-up for the 2013 Aegon Championships at Queen's Club has just got even better, with a trio of star names confirming their participation.

Defending champion...

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Laura Robson suffers first round defeat

Laura Robson suffers first round defeat

30/04/2013

Laura Robson's poor run of form continued as she lost in the first round of a tournament for the sixth time this year in the Portugal Open.

World number 41 Robson was defeated by Ayumi Morita of Japan, who is ranked just two places below,...

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Rafael Nadal in Barcelona triumph

Rafael Nadal in Barcelona triumph

29/04/2013

Rafael Nadal shrugged off his recent loss of his Monte Carlo Open crown by winning the Barcelona Open for the eighth time in nine years.

The French Open champion won 6-4, 6-3 against Nicolas Almagro, overcoming a poor start in which he found...

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Wimbledon prize money increases

Wimbledon prize money increases

24/04/2013

The All-England Tennis club has announced a 40 per cent increase in the prize money on offer this year at the Championships, Wimbledon.

Players performing well at the...

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Michelin quality unveiled at the Gatsby Club

Michelin quality unveiled at the Gatsby Club

22/04/2013

Those enjoying corporate hospitality at Wimbledon's Gatsby Club will always be able to taste high-quality meals courtesy of Keith Prowse and this year will be no exception.

Michelin-starred resident...

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Novak Djokovic triumphs in Monte Carlo

Novak Djokovic triumphs in Monte Carlo

22/04/2013

Novak Djokovic ended the eight-year reign of Rafael Nadal in Monte Carlo in a victory that boosts his French Open hopes.

Nadal, who has had a successful return from last year's knee troubles so far in 2013, was defeated 6-2, 7-6 as the Serb...

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Andy Murray crashes out in Monaco

Andy Murray crashes out in Monaco

19/04/2013

Andy Murray's bid to win the Monte Carlo Masters ended dramatically as he flopped to a straight-sets defeat against Stanislas Wawrinka.

The Scot made 24 unforced errors as he tumbled out 6-1, 6-2 and conceded that this was "far too many,"...

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Andy Murray in first round cruise

Andy Murray in first round cruise

18/04/2013

Andy Murray enjoyed a comfortable start to his bid to win the Monte Carlo Masters with a 6-1, 6-4 win over Edouard Roger-Vasselin.

The world number two cruised to victory on the clay, a surface on which he hopes to improve his game in order to...

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Rafael Nadal starts Monte Carlo defence with win

Rafael Nadal starts Monte Carlo defence with win

17/04/2013

Rafael Nadal has begun his bid to win a ninth successive Monte Carlo Open title with a straight-sets win over Australian Marinko Matosevic.

The Spaniard produced a typically dominant clay court performance to take the match 6-1, 6-2 and extend...

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Rafael Nadal rejects Monte Carlo favourite tag

Rafael Nadal rejects Monte Carlo favourite tag

16/04/2013

He may have won the Monte Carlo Masters eight years running, but king of clay Rafael Nadal still refuses to accept he is the favourite for the tournament.

Speaking to the media before the event, he remarked: "I don't feel I am the biggest...

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Andy Murray confident about clay court season

 Andy Murray confident about clay court season

15/04/2013

Andy Murray has expressed optimism that he can improve his clay court game to a level where he can challenge for the French Open.

The slow surface is the only one on which the Scot has yet to reach a grand slam final, but Murray believes he can...

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Jamie Murray shares in doubles triumph in Houston

Jamie Murray shares in doubles triumph in Houston

15/04/2013

Jamie Murray shared in a doubles triumph as he and Australian John Peers stunned the Bryan brothers to take the US Clay Court Championships doubles in Houston.

The unseeded pair saved a match point on the way to winning 1-6, 7-6, 12-10 to secure...

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Jo-Wilfried Tsonga confirms return to Queens

Jo-Wilfried Tsonga confirms return to Queens

12/04/2013

Fans booking corporate hospitality for the Aegon Championships at Queen's Club in June will be able to see one of the most popular...

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Tim Henman calls for more commitment from Dan Evans

Tim Henman calls for more commitment from Dan Evans

11/04/2013

Briton Dan Evans may have been a hero in the Davis Cup win over Russia this month, but needs to focus far more if he is to achieve his potential, former star Tim Henman has said.

Discussing the player, the four-time Wimbledon semi-finalist told...

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Heather Watson to miss Federation Cup tie

Heather Watson to miss Federation Cup tie

10/04/2013

Heather Watson is to miss Britain's Federation Cup tie in Argentina as she continues her recovery from glandular fever.

The 20-year-old from Guernsey has been forced to withdraw from the crucial clash in Buenos Aires as she continues to battle...

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Novak Djokovic injury 'only minor'

Novak Djokovic injury 'only minor'

10/04/2013

Novak Djokovic has revealed his ankle injury sustained in a Davis Cup tie this week is not a serious one.

The Serb twisted the joint during his match against American Sam Querrey, but was still able to play on and win the match.

Concerns...

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Laura Robson in first round disappointment

Laura Robson in first round disappointment

09/04/2013

Laura Robson endured a disappointing defeat in the opening round of the Katowice Open in Poland, on the day she became British number one.

The 19-year-old was defeated 5-7, 7-6, 6-1 by Spain's Lourdes Dominguez Lino, who broke Robson three...

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Heather Watson to take break after diagnosis

Heather Watson to take break after diagnosis

04/04/2013

Heather Watson has been ordered to take a break from tennis after being diagnosed as suffering from glandular fever.

The 20-year-old from Guernsey, who recently said she needed a break before reversing her pledge, told the Lawn Tennis Association...

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Laura Robson misses out in Doubles bid

Laura Robson misses out in Doubles bid

02/04/2013

Laura Robson and her playing partner Lisa Raymond reached the Sony Open final in Miami - but were soundly beaten on the day.

Third seeds Nadia Petrova and Katarina Srebotnik proved too strong as they ran out 6-1, 7-6
winners, with the Russian...

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Andy Murray reaches number two with Miami triumph

Andy Murray reaches number two with Miami triumph

02/04/2013

Andy Murray is now officially the second best male tennis player in the world after beating David Ferrer in the final of the Sony Open in Miami.

It was, however, a close-run match as the Scot had to come from a set down and save a match point,...

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Heather Watson pulls out of tournament with injury

Heather Watson pulls out of tournament with injury

28/03/2013

Heather Watson has withdrawn from next week's Family Circle Open in Charleston, South Carolina.

Although the youngster recently complained of feeling "burnt out", her non-appearance is due to a thigh injury and there may be concerns...

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Maria Sharapova moves closer to Miami title

Maria Sharapova moves closer to Miami title

28/03/2013

World number two Maria Sharapova saw off the challenge of Sara Errani to reach the last four of the Sony Open in Miami.

The Russian eventually won 7-5, 7-5, but had to save three set points in the second set against the opponent she defeated...

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Andy Murray reaches Miami quarter finals

Andy Murray reaches Miami quarter finals

27/03/2013

Andy Murray has reached the quarter finals of the Sony Open in Miami with a straight sets win over Andreas Seppi.

The Scot, who won the tournament in 2009, took the match 6-2, 6-4 with his dominant serve giving the Italian little chance as he...

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Andy Murray makes further progress in Miami

Andy Murray makes further progress in Miami

26/03/2013

Andy Murray is through to the last 16 of the Sony Open in Miami after a straight sets win against world number 32 Grigor Dimitrov.

The Scot was made to fight hard as he battled through a tough first set on a tie-break, before taking the second...

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Andy Murray enjoys easy win

Andy Murray enjoys easy win

25/03/2013

Andy Murray cruised to an easy win against Australian Bernard Tomic in the second round of the Miami Open as he continued his quest to overtake Roger Federer in the world rankings.

Murray had to save three break points early on but after that...

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Laura Robson ends slump with win

Laura Robson ends slump with win

21/03/2013

Laura Robson has put an end to a recent losing streak with victory in the first round of the Miami Masters.

She beat Italian Camila Giorgi 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 to set up a second-round tie with number 32 seed Alize Cornet of France.

Although the...

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Juan Martin del Potro to play in the Aegon Championships

Juan Martin del Potro to play in the Aegon Championships

20/03/2013

Juan Martin del Potro has become the latest star player to confirm his appearances at Queens Club in June.

Tennis lovers booking corporate hospitality for the Aegon...

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Heather Watson reveals break plans

Heather Watson reveals break plans

20/03/2013

Heather Watson has revealed she needs to take a break from the sport to recharge her batteries after her latest loss.

The world number 39 lost 1-6 7-5 6-4 to Ayumi Morita of Japan in the first round of the Miami Masters, her second successive...

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Maria Sharapova in Indian Wells triumph

Maria Sharapova in Indian Wells triumph

19/03/2013

Maria Sharapova took the BNP Masters title at Indian Wells, thrashing Caroline Wozniacki 6-2, 6-2.

The Russian won the tournament for the second time, the previous occasion being back in 2006, with her triumph being completed without dropping...

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Rafael Nadal in Indian Wells triumph

Rafael Nadal in Indian Wells triumph

18/03/2013

Rafael Nadal completed a triumphant return to hard-court tennis by winning the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells despite a strong challenge from Juan Martin del Potro.

Nadal won 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 against the Argentinean, who had shown his best form...

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Rafael Nadal thrashes Roger Federer in Indian Wells

Rafael Nadal thrashes Roger Federer in Indian Wells

15/03/2013

Rafael Nadal's first meeting with one of the other big three of men's tennis since his comeback saw him record an emphatic victory over Roger Federer.

Nadal won their quarter-final match in the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells 6-4, 6-2,...

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Andy Murray in grunt grumble after win

Andy Murray in grunt grumble after win

14/03/2013

Andy Murray won his latest match in straight sets - but then complained about the grunting of his opponent when he hit the ball.

The Scot reached the quarter-finals of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells with a 7-6, 6-4 win over Carlos Berlocq,...

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Andy Murray in straight sets win

Andy Murray in straight sets win

13/03/2013

Andy Murray cruised through to the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells with a straight-sets win over Taipei's Yen-Hsun Lu.

The US Open Champion raced to a 6-3, 6-2 win and will face Argentina's Carlos Berlocq in the last...

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Andy Murray wins breakthrough of the year award

Andy Murray wins breakthrough of the year award

12/03/2013

Andy Murray has won the Breakthrough Award at the 2013 Laureus World Sports Awards.

The Scot picked up the prize for his success in the second half of 2012 as he won the Olympic gold medal in the men's singles, secured silver in the mixed...

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Andy Murray survives scare on competitive return

Andy Murray survives scare on competitive return

11/03/2013

Andy Murray had to come from a set down in the first round at Indian Wells as he saw off Russian Evgeny Donskoy.

The Scot's appearance in the BNP Paribas Open was his first match since the Australian Open final and the world number 83 took...

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Laura Robson disappointed after latest defeat

Laura Robson disappointed after latest defeat

08/03/2013

Laura Robson has spoken of her disappointment with her recent form after losing in the opening round in the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells.

The Australian-born British number two has had a difficult period since the Australian Open, with a...

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Andy Murray eyes world number two spot

Andy Murray eyes world number two spot

06/03/2013

Andy Murray is set for a return to action at Indian Wells - with the world number two spot in his sights.

The Scot could overtake Roger Federer in the world rankings if he gets to the final of the BNP Paribas tournament, but may need to...

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Tomas Berdych to feature in Aegon Championships

Tomas Berdych to feature in Aegon Championships

05/03/2013

Tomas Berdych will be returning to Queen's Club to take part in the Aegon Championships in June, it has been revealed.

Fans booking corporate...

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Rafael Nadal wins Mexican Open

Rafael Nadal wins Mexican Open

04/03/2013

Rafael Nadal's comeback gathered pace with his second ATP tour title since his comeback last month.

The Spaniard thrashed his compatriot David Ferrer 6-0, 6-2 to take the title in Acapulco, showing he still has the ability to demolish high-class...

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Rafael Nadal reaches Mexico Open semi finals

Rafael Nadal reaches Mexico Open semi finals

01/03/2013

Rafael Nadal cruised into the semi-finals of the Mexico Open in Acapulco with another straight-sets win.

The Spaniard beat Argentina's Leonardo Mayer 6-1, 7-5 to set up a clash with Nicolas Almagro, with a possible final appearance against...

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Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer progress in Dubai

Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer progress in Dubai

28/02/2013

Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer could be heading for a big showdown in the desert as both cruised through their latest matches in the Dubai Championships.

Australian Open champion Djokovic progressed to the quarter finals with a 6-1, 7-6 win...

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Rafael Nadal goes loco down in Acapulco

Rafael Nadal goes loco down in Acapulco

27/02/2013

Rafael Nadal has kept his tennis revival plans on track with victory in the second round of the ATP Acapulco event.

The Spaniard breezed through the match against Diego Sebastian Schwartzman at express speed, winning 6-2, 6-2 in only 68...

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Heather Watson breaks into WTA top 40

Heather Watson breaks into WTA top 40

25/02/2013

British tennis star Heather Watson has broken into the world's top 40 for the first time in her career, extending her lead over UK number two Laura Robson.

The 20-year-old from Guernsey jumped to a career-best 40 last month but is now ranked...

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