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The Paris Olympics are set to officially begin in a matter of days, but they will mark the end of the road for one athlete who is scheduled to compete. Women's tennis star Angelique Kerber says that she will retire from tennis after this year's Olympics. Kerber, a former World No. 1 and three-time ...

Women's Tennis Star Announces She's Retiring After Summer Olympics

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Just six months ago, five-time Paralympic medalist Mallory Weggemann was quietly considering retirement. But it wasn’t because the competitive swimmer stopped loving what she did; the new mom felt “stuck” and forced to choose between being a parent and competing as a career athlete. “It felt like...

Paralympian Mallory Weggemann on Competing in Paris as a New Mom: ‘There’s Power in Doing It Your Way’

Three-time Grand Slam champion Angelique Kerber says she is going to retire from tennis after the Olympic Games in Paris.

Kerber to retire from tennis after Paris 2024

This year’s Paris Olympics at Roland-Garros is one of the biggest events on the tennis calendar. Players get a unique opportunity to represent their country on a huge stage. Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) and 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic (Serbia) are among the players set to compete at the games. However, several players have decided to withdraw from the Paris Olympics. This article names those who have decided not to play and then lists their replacements in the draw. We at LWOT also reported on the women’s players to withdraw from the Paris Olympics.

Full List of Men’s Players to Withdraw From Paris Olympics

All you need to know about tennis at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Tennis at the Paris 2024 Olympics

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

The Independent

The 2024 Olympic Games has begun in Paris as 205 teams battle for 329 gold medals across 40 sports.Athletics is always the biggest draw of the Olympics and will again be the most watched sport, with stars of the track and field often becoming the faces of the Games.The blue-riband event is the 100m finals and both races are shaping up to be fascinating this time around. American world champion Noah Lyles goes up against Jamaica’s newest star, Kishane Thompson, while in the women’s race it’s USA v Jamaica again as Lyles’ teammate Sha’Carri Richardson faces competition from Shericka Jackson...

Olympics athletics schedule: Every event, date and start time at Paris 2024

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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

TheDailyBeast

Tom Brady is off the market again. The future Hall of Famer is reportedly dating model Brooks Nader “casually,” according to Page Six. Brady, 46, and Nader, 27, were rumored to have been seeing each other after the pairing was suggested to be an item by the celebrity gossip account DeuxMoi. The former NFL star’s relationship with Nader comes after his fling with another model—and mother to Bradley Cooper’s daughter—Irina Shayk. However, they ended things in October of last year. It’s unclear when Nader and Brady met, though it may have been at billionaire Michael Rubin’s white party this month, which they both attended. Nader is newly single after filing for divorce from advertising executive Billy Haire in May. Nader is an accomplished model and has graced the cover of Sports Illustrated. She’s Lebanese, from New Orleans, and has over 1.4 million followers on Instagram. Neither Nader nor Brady have publicly confirmed their relationship.Read it at Page SixRead more at The Daily Beast.

Tom Brady Is Dating 27-Year-Old Sports Illustrated Model Brooks Nader

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Well, folks, the US men's soccer team had an Olympic debut to forget. The long-awaited return to Olympic competitions, after a lengthy 16-year absence, was marked by a painful 3-0 defeat to host nation France. Playing at the Vélodrome stadium in Marseille, the Americans managed to hold off the French for an hour but eventually succumbed to the talent and experience of Alexandre Lacazette and company. The stadium atmosphere was electric, with 67,000 fans eager to see their team shine, and in the end, the hosts did not disappoint.

USA Humiliated by France in 2024 Paris Olympic Opener

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

The Summer Olympics in Paris are fast approaching. On Friday, July 26, the opening ceremony for the 2024 Paris Olympics will kick off, with athletes from all around the world representing their home countries. Nearly 600 competitors alone will be representing Team USA. The opening ceremony traditionally includes athletes selected...

How to watch the opening ceremony at the 2024 Paris Olympics

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s Son Diagnosed With Rare Skin Condition

In the charmingly delightful world of astrology, you should know that each of the zodiac signs carries a specific set of traits. Those characteristics influence how individuals navigate the challenges they may meet in life. Some signs are known for their over-the-top boldness. These are the people who usually have such a strong willingness to face conflicts head-on.

3 Zodiac Signs That Hate Confrontation

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Dozens of athletes with Iowa ties will compete in the Paris Olympics.

Top Iowa Athletes To Watch At 2024 Paris Summer Olympics

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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France is not allowing its Olympic athletes to wear the hijab headscarf worn by some Muslim women because of its laws on secularism.

She's a basketball star. She wears a hijab. So she's barred from France's Olympics team

The US Sun

A PREDICTED Paris 2024 medal table has revealed France will leapfrog ahead of Team GB amid Charlotte Dujardin's withdrawal. The six-time Olympic medallist, 39, pulled out of the upcoming Paris Olympics this week as a disturbing clip emerged online. The equestrian star was spotted hitting a horse 25 times in...

Paris 2024 Olympics predicted medals table revealed with France leapfrogging Team GB after Charlotte Dujardin video

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PARIS (AP) — Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic could meet in the second round of the Paris Olympic tennis tournament — which might end up being the last event of Nadal’s career. Djokovic was drawn Thursday against Australian Matthew Ebden in the first round, and Nadal faces...

Rafael Nadal could meet Novak Djokovic in the second round of 2024 Olympic tennis

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner pulled out of the Paris Olympics on Wednesday because of tonsillitis. The 22-year-old from Italy posted on social media that he was advised by a doctor that he should sit out the Summer Games. Sinner won the Australian Open in January for his first Grand Slam title and moved up to No. 1 in the ATP rankings last month after reaching the French Open semifinals.

Top-ranked Jannik Sinner withdraws from the Paris Olympics tennis competition

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World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner to sit out Paris Olympics due to illness

PARIS — A top-ranked Italian tennis player is bowing out of the Paris Olympics after coming down with a case of tonsillitis. Jannik Sinner, the top...

World No. 1 tennis player Jannik Sinner to sit out Paris Olympics due to illness

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