Grigor Dimitrov, currently ranked No. 93, is looking to improve his form on clay at the Rolex Monte Carlo Masters. He faces Tomas Martin Etcheverry, who is ranked No. 30 and enters the tournament after a quarterfinal run in Houston. Dimitrov has a 1-0 head-to-head record against Etcheverry.
Aaron Ramsey, Wales captain and former Arsenal midfielder, has announced his retirement from professional football with immediate effect. The 35-year-old, who had been without a club since leaving Mexican side Pumas UNAM last year, is expected to pursue a career in coaching. Ramsey made his senior Wales debut at the age of 17 in 2008.
Bryce Harper went 3-for-4 with two doubles, three RBIs and a walk in the Phillies’ 6-4 comeback victory over the Giants. Harper helped the Phillies win their first series-opening game in San Francisco since 2014. The Giants carried a 4-0 lead into the fifth inning before the Phillies rallied.
The Champions Cup quarter-final line-up is complete, with three English clubs remaining. Northampton will face Bath in the last eight. The final is scheduled for May 23 in Bilbao.
Harry Maguire has signed a new contract with Manchester United that will extend his stay with the club until June 2027, with the option for a further year. Maguire said representing Manchester United is the ultimate honour. Jason Wilcox, Manchester United director of football, said Maguire represents the mentality and resilience required to perform for Manchester United.
Former England captain Courtney Lawes has announced his intention to return to international rugby. This follows his signing for Sale Sharks for the 2026-27 season. Lawes retired from internationals after the 2023 tournament.
Kanye West reportedly approves of Kim Kardashian’s budding romance with Lewis Hamilton. A source close to West says he views Hamilton as a ‘good person’ and an ‘incredible athlete’. This is a stark contrast to West’s feelings about Kardashian’s previous relationship with Pete Davidson.
Manchester United are reportedly looking to consolidate power by securing contract extensions for Harry Maguire and Kobbie Mainoo. The move comes after improvements witnessed under Michael Carrick. Both players are reportedly close to penning new deals at Old Trafford.
Carlos Alcaraz is facing a dilemma as he begins his European clay court season. He must decide whether to compete in four consecutive tournaments or conserve himself for Roland Garros. His coach admitted that the ideal plan would have been to skip Monte Carlo had things gone better in Miami.
Bryson DeChambeau arrives as the form player trying to deny Rory McIlroy a successful title defence at The Masters. DeChambeau has won his last two LIV Golf League starts and is among the favourites to challenge for a third major title this week, 12 months on from losing a final-round duel with McIlroy at Augusta National. Former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley believes their rivalry was a positive factor in closing out Grand Slam success.
