Taylor Fritz, Sebastian Korda, Ben Shelton, and Frances Tiafoe will represent the United States in the upcoming Madrid Open and Geneva Open ATP 250 tournament. The quartet aims to gain momentum on clay before the French Open. However, Casper Ruud, the world’s No. 6 player, will be the top seed in Geneva, making it a challenge for the Americans to secure victory.
Three Long Beach boys, two of whom are teenagers, have been arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon for allegedly beating a homeless man with tent poles and a tripod. The incident occurred on Saturday, April 20, at around 6:30 p.m. in the 100 block of Pacific Avenue. The victim, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries, was treated by the Long Beach Fire Department. The boys, whose identities have not been released due to their juvenile status, also threw objects at the victim. They fled the scene but were later apprehended by police. The 14-year-old suspect was additionally booked for resisting arrest.
Reynaldo Lopez and the Atlanta Braves aim to complete a three-game sweep of the Miami Marlins in the series finale on Wednesday. The Braves have recorded consecutive shutout wins in the first two games and will face Sixto Sanchez, who is making his first start of the season for the Marlins.
The New York Yankees and Oakland Athletics will face off in the third game of their four-game series with both teams looking to secure at least a series split. The Yankees are coming off a 4-3 win on Tuesday night, while the Athletics lost 2-0 in the series opener on Monday. The Yankees have struggled offensively this season, with the trio of Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge, and Anthony Rizzo hitting a combined .213 with 10 homers and 33 RBIs after combining to hit 198 homers the previous two seasons. The Athletics, on the other hand, have been encouraged by the lack of late-inning hiccups in New York. Oakland, which arrived in New York after being outscored 22-7 while being swept by the Cleveland Guardians in a three-game series, earned the 2-0 win Monday when starter JP Sears and relievers Lucas Erceg and Mason Miller combined to hold the Yankees to three hits.
Erik ten Hag’s position at Manchester United appears precarious after another disappointing result, a narrow penalty shootout victory over Coventry in the FA Cup semi-final. The team’s dismal form has led to growing frustrations among fans, who are clamoring for changes.
Ten Hag, however, remains defiant, dismissing suggestions that his team lacks motivation. United will face Sheffield United in the Premier League on Wednesday, providing an opportunity to showcase improvements.
With key players still sidelined by injuries, Ten Hag is expected to make alterations to his starting lineup. Marcus Rashford, who has been under fire for his lackluster performances, could be replaced by Alejandro Garnacho on the left flank.
Rasmus Hojlund remains United’s sole recognized striker despite his recent goal drought. Amad Diallo could also enter the team, having expressed his disappointment over limited playing time. The midfield is another area of concern, with Scott McTominay potentially giving way to Christian Eriksen and Kobbie Mainoo.
Fans are eager to see young academy players like Harry Amass given opportunities, particularly with United facing the league’s bottom-ranked team Sheffield United. Ten Hag acknowledges the need for more control in midfield and may rely on Eriksen’s experience to address this issue.
Seb Korda, the youngest sibling of Nelly and Jessica Korda, is making a name for himself on the tennis court. The promising athlete has enjoyed recent success, including a run to the fourth round at Wimbledon and a quarter-final appearance at the Australian Open. Seb’s passion for golf, influenced by his sisters’ achievements, extends beyond the tennis court. He credits his mother, Regina, as the driving force behind his tennis development, shaping his strokes and game style. With his talent and family support, Seb Korda is poised to follow in the footsteps of his successful siblings and make his own mark in the world of sports.
Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag has unveiled his India playing 11 for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, which includes some notable surprises. Notably, the former India batter has omitted Hardik Pandya from his India T20 WC playing 11. Despite his previous status as an all-rounder certainty for India’s T20 World Cup team, Pandya’s recent struggles have led to calls for his ineligibility for selection.
Narsingh Yadav, the former Commonwealth Games gold medalist, has been elected as the chairman of the Wrestling Federation of India’s (WFI) Athletes Commission. This appointment comes as part of a mandate by the sport’s governing body, the United World Wrestling (UWW). Seven individuals were vying for the seven positions on the athletes commission, and Yadav emerged as the clear choice after a ballot paper vote. In a significant development, Sanjay Singh, a close aide of the former WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, was elected as the new president. The WFI had immediately provided UWW with a written guarantee that all the wrestlers, including those who protested against the previous regime, would be considered for participation in competitions.
Feyenoord manager Arne Slot has emerged as a potential candidate to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. The Dutchman has impressed with his success at Feyenoord, winning the Eredivisie title and KNVB Cup. Slot could bring former midfield star Teun Koopmeiners with him to Anfield if he is appointed. Koopmeiners, who has 21 Netherlands caps, has thrived under Slot’s management and could provide a creative spark in Liverpool’s midfield.
After falling to Shohei Ohtani’s record-setting home run on Tuesday, the Washington Nationals aim to bounce back in the second game of a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday afternoon. Ohtani’s towering blast left Los Angeles in awe, but the Dodgers are determined to regain momentum with Landon Knack taking the mound. Meanwhile, the Nationals will send Jake Irvin to the hill, hoping to repeat his shutout performance from last week. Despite mishaps on the basepaths, Washington manager Dave Martinez remains confident in his team’s aggressive approach. The status of outfielder Lane Thomas is uncertain after he left Tuesday’s game due to a leg injury. With a nine-game road trip ahead, the Dodgers are eager to build on their win and continue their momentum.
