Coco Gauff is struggling to find her form at the WTA Rome tournament. Iva Jovic, in good form, will try to cause an upset. Sorana-Mihaela Cirstea is full of confidence after beating Aryna Sabalenka.
Luka Dončić remains sidelined in the NBA Playoffs. He has been out since suffering a Grade 2 left hamstring strain April 2. Dončić said he has started running, but he hasn’t yet been cleared for full contact.
Nigel Martyn, who earned 23 caps for England in football, is now aiming for a place in the England Over-60s cricket team. Martyn’s cricket journey includes representing Cornwall in county age-group matches and playing club cricket. He attended trials at Loughborough University to earn his chance for England’s Over-60s side.
Iva Jovic is set to face Coco Gauff in the Rome Round of 16, following two consecutive straight-set victories. Gauff, however, has been struggling to find her form. Jovic will be aiming to cause another upset at the tournament.
Liverpool FC has revealed images of a new permanent memorial at Anfield in tribute to Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, following their tragic passing last July. Titled ‘Forever 20’, it celebrates their lives, their bond, and the love and respect felt by family, teammates and supporters across the world. The sculpture will be positioned on 97 Avenue.
Caitlin Clark walked out with Morgan Wallen at his concert following the Indiana Fever’s loss to the Dallas Wings. The appearance drew mixed reactions from WNBA fans. Some fans criticised Clark’s association with Wallen, while others defended her.
The potential expansion of the college football playoff to 24 teams has sparked concerns about the future of non-conference games. This follows the cancellation of the Florida State-Georgia series. Some fear that expanding the playoff will disincentivise teams from scheduling tough games.
Sorana Cîrstea, ranked 27th in the world, has progressed to the round of 16 at the WTA 1000 Roma. Cîrstea faces Linda Noskova for a spot in the quarter-finals after defeating Aryna Sabalenka. The match is scheduled for Monday.
Hull KR will face Wigan Warriors in the Challenge Cup final at Wembley. This follows Hull KR’s victory over Warrington Wolves. Warrington’s head coach Sam Burgess criticised some of the refereeing decisions.
Liverpool make three changes for the lunchtime visit of Chelsea to Anfield. Giorgi Mamardashvili returns in goal after recovering from a knock. Alexander Isak is back in the squad and named on the bench.