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Naomi Osaka returned to the U.S. Open stage in style — in more ways than one.

The former World No. 1 not only competed in her first match in Flushing in two years, but Osaka also looked dominant at times on her way to defeating the 10th-seeded Jelena Ostapenko of Latvia 6-3, 6-2 on Tuesday inside Louis Armstrong Stadium to pick up her first top-10 victory in four years.

It was Osaka’s first match on the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center grounds since she gave birth to her daughter, Shai, 13 months ago — and the 26-year-old was overcome with emotion...

Naomi Osaka dominates 10th-seeded Jelena Ostapenko in US Open return

The Independent

 Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff continue their title defences at the US Open on Wednesday while Harriet Dart flies the flag for Britain as she takes on Marta Kostyuk.It was a fine day for British players on Tuesday as Dan Evans created history when he climbed off the canvas to win the longest-ever match at the US Open while there were also wins for Jack Draper and Katie Boulter. However, Emma Raducanu lost.Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev all breezed through.Here, the PA news agency recaps day two at Flushing Meadows.Picture of the dayDan the marathon man ...

US Open day three: Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff continue title charges

Carlos Alcaraz has described Novak Djokovic’s longevity and continued success in the sport as “an act of brutality” ahead of the 2024 US Open. The Spanish star highlighted the importance of continuing to grow and improve in order to keep winning Grand Slams and pointed out this is “what Djokovic has done during his whole career.”

Carlos Alcaraz makes ‘act of brutality’ claim about Novak Djokovic ahead of US Open

Emma Raducanu says she wants to play more matches before Grand Slam tournaments after losing to Sofia Kenin in the US Open first round. Britain's Raducanu, who lost 6-1 3-6 6-4, was searching for her first victory in New York since unexpectedly winning the title in 2021 as a teenage qualifier.

Former champion Raducanu out in US Open first round

NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic began his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title and tied Roger Federer with his 89th match win at the U.S. Open by defeating qualifier Radu Albot of Moldova 6-2, 6-2, 6-4. The second-seeded Djokovic, again wearing a gray sleeve over his surgically repaired right knee, was competing for the first time since claiming an Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games, the last significant achievement that was missing from his résumé.

Novak Djokovic starts his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title with a straight-set win

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In the mid-1970s, Good Timesmade a star of actor/comedian Jimmy 'JJ'/'Dynomite' Walker. However, behind the scenes, the tension between the stars was relatively challenging. According to what Jimmie Walker once relayed, most of the show's cast rarely had any interaction behind the camera. Walker didn't recall having any conversations with actress Esther Rolle, who played his TV mother, Florida Evans, or actor John Amos, who played James Evans, his TV mother.

Actor/Comedian Jimmie "JJ" Walker Behind the Scenes of TV's 'Good Times' in the 1970s

The plants have an estimated street value of between £544,600 and £1,633,800.

Cannabis farm find 'one of the largest' - police

Los Angeles, CA

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

A man has died after being assaulted at Southwark Underground Station, British Transport Police (BTP) has said. The 28-year-old man had been in a critical condition in hospital since Thursday and died on Saturday evening, with his family by his side, the force added. Officers were called to the station...

Man dies in hospital days after assault in station

Colin Whitney only had weeks to live, but after recovering, the treatment still takes its toll.

Terminal cancer recovery man addicted to morphine

The 29-year-old Sark man's body was discovered by a cruise ship off the Devon coast in 2021.

Death of man found by cruise ship remains unexplained

José Duval Mata's family has not heard from him since he was swept up in El Salvador's gang crackdown.

Stuck in one of the world's toughest jails - against judges' orders

The American pair of Jessica Pegula and Shelby Rogers will face off on day 2 of the US Open 2024, our panelists predict every match. Jordan: Hopefully, Rogers can put on a good show in her final ever match. Her level this year does mean a drubbing in her last outing is possible. Pegula is almost certain to win, but the fans on Arthur Ashe Stadium will hope the score is respectable. Pegula in 2.

US Open Day 2 Women’s Predictions Including Shelby Rogers vs Jessica Pegula

The neighbouring hotel on the old A14 is advised to keep its doors and windows closed.

Former Burger King goes up in flames

An emotional Naomi Osaka made a triumphant US Open return by beating Jelena Ostapenko in a blockbuster first-round match. Japan's Osaka is a two-time champion at Flushing Meadows, winning the first of her four Grand Slam titles in New York in 2018 and repeating the feat in 2020. She missed...

Osaka wins on emotional US Open return

New York City, NY

NEW YORK (AP) — A year ago, still on maternity leave and still unsure when she would play elite tennis again, Naomi Osaka visited the U.S. Open to appear with Michael Phelps for a discussion about mental health. While at the site, she sat in the stands to watch one of Coco Gauff's matches.

US Open: Naomi Osaka gets her first top-10 win in more than four years by defeating Ostapenko

PC Guy Patten was caught when his colleagues were called to his home for an unrelated reason.

PC sacked after magic mushrooms found in gun cabinet

The motorcyclist, a man in his 60s and from Chiseldon, died at the scene.

Motorcyclist dies in crash on country road

Sofia Kenin of the United States prevailed in a closely-contested showdown between Grand Slam champions at the US Open on Tuesday, outlasting Great Britain's Emma Raducanu 6-1, 3-6, 6-4 on the Grandstand. US Open: Scores | Draw | Order of play. In their first meeting, 2020 Australian Open champion Kenin...

Kenin outlasts Raducanu in Slam champ clash; Rybakina advances at US Open

The court heard Ryan Johnston entered the KFC outlet, brandished a knife and demanded cash.

Man jailed for 'shocking' KFC armed robbery

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Dart wins but Choinski falls short on US Open debut

Britain's Harriet Dart raced into the US Open second round but qualifier Jan Choinski ran out of steam in a five-set thriller on his New York...

Dart wins but Choinski falls short on US Open debut

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