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Stats, highlights, and quotes from Nuno Borges' win over Rafa Nadal in the 2024 Swedish Open final.

Rafael Nadal's Finals Run Falls Short in Bastad

Rafael Nadal is closing on his first title since his 2022 French Open triumph, but his run at the Nordea Open final in Bastad has forced him to make a big decision. The Spaniard rallied from a set down to beat Croatian qualifier Duje Ajdukovic 4-6 6-3 6-4 and move through to the Nordea Open final in Bastad, Sweden.

Rafael Nadal forced to make withdrawal decision after reaching Bastad final

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There simply isn't as much room for error for Rafael Nadal these days. He is still capable of brilliant tennis, of course, but even on clay, he is no longer seemingly unbeatable. Still, his run at the Nordea Open was impressive and has to give him hope for the upcoming Olympic games.

Shaky Rafael Nadal swept away by big-hitting Nuno Borges at Nordea Open

Elina Svitolina’s last tournament was a solid run to the quarterfinal at Wimbledon, where she lost to the 2022 champion Elena Rybakina. The quality of the Ukrainian’s tennis in London raised expectations among some for the rest of her season. However, Svitolina has made a surprising announcement confirming that she and her coach, Raemon Sluiter, have parted ways.

Elina Svitolina Splits With Coach Raemon Sluiter

Sarah Packwood and husband Brett Clibbery had set off from Nova Scotia and were heading for the Azores on their yacht, Theros

Couple found dead after trying to cross Atlantic

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Conservation chiefs say they will contact police after campers left a trail of destruction in the Lake District. The National Trust was left with a two-day clean-up bill estimated to be in the region of £1,000 after a group discarded camping equipment, mattresses and clothing on the shores of Buttermere.

Campers leave trail of destruction at lakeside

Bar 1 in Consett is closed again having first lost its licence after a stabbing in December.

Bar shuts after losing licence for second time

The final edition of the ATP Atlanta Open begins on Monday. Sadly, the tournament will be removed from the ATP calendar after this year. US Open semifinalist Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe are among the players set to compete at the event. However, two players have elected to withdraw from the Atlanta Open. This article lists those who have withdrawn and then names their two replacements in the draw.

Two Players Withdraw From ATP Atlanta Open

The rider struck a quad bike during a jump at the Doncaster Balloon Festival, an eyewitness says.

Rider seriously injured in motorcycle stunt crash

Members of the public have been urged not to approach Gary Rootham and to call 999 if they see him.

Escaped prisoner sparks police hunt

An estimated 10,000 mourners turn out for the funeral of Pir Sahib in Bradford.

Thousands at funeral of city's Muslim 'figurehead'

A dog owner has been charged over the death of a man fatally mauled by two XL bullies. Ian Price, 52, died in September after being attacked by two dogs outside a property on Main Road, Stonnall, near Walsall. James Trimble-Pettit, 31, of Fradley, Staffordshire, will face two charges before...

Man charged over death of XL bully attack victim

A newly-elected MP has revealed she became pregnant at the age of 15 after being groomed and raped by an older man. Labour's Natalie Fleet told GB News she has "weekly nightmares" about what she said happened to her 23 years ago. "I didn't know we were having unprotected sex,"...

MP says she was pregnant at 15 after being groomed

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Many tennis fans probably weren't familiar with the name Quentin Halys before Friday.During his 6-1, 7-5 quarterfinal win at the EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, however, the 27-year-old Frenchman had one particular winner midway through the first set that will be replayed on highlight reels for years to come.
How on EARTH From the floor @QuentinHalys hits one of the shots of the year...@SwissOpenGstaad #ATPGstaad pic.twitter.com/L5mSVuMFPS— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) July 19, 2024
The moment that Halys tripped, it seemed like he was destined for trouble and a 40-30 score in the fifth game of the opening set. Instead, the 27-year-old miraculously kept his...

Watch: French tennis player falls, hits unbelievable winner while sitting down

A goose was allegedly dragged from a pond in Surrey and kicked in the head during an incident in January, an animal charity has said. It was reported the goose was bleeding and struggling to stand in Wood Street Village, near Guildford, after it was alleged one of a group of youngsters had pulled it from the pond near the village green.

Goose dragged from pond and kicked in head

The victim has lifelong brain damage after being repeatedly punched in the head by Jordan Cattell.

Man jailed for punching baby in the head

Rafael Nadal reached his first ATP final in over two years after overcoming a stern test from Duje Ajdukovic to earn a three-set comeback victory at the Nordea Open in Bastad. The 22-time Grand Slam champion recovered to defeat 23-year-old Croatian qualifier Ajdukovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the semi-finals of the Swedish Open.

Rafael Nadal +101 in ATP Rankings as he sets record showcasing his amazing longevity

Activists say spiralling housing costs are due to properties being bought by foreigners - or rented over the summer.

The Spanish fightback against record tourism

A former Ukrainian nationalist MP has died after being shot on the street in the western city of Lviv. Iryna Farion caused controversy in 2023 by suggesting that “true patriots” of Ukraine should not speak Russian under any circumstances. The 60-year-old linguistic professor's killing on Friday is being...

Ukrainian nationalist ex-MP shot dead in Lviv street

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Borges beats Nadal in Swedish Open final

World number 51 Nuno Borges beat Rafael Nadal 6-3 6-2 to win the Swedish Open in Bastad. Spaniard Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, slipped to...

Borges beats Nadal in Swedish Open final

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