The champion of "Roland Garros" in 2009 Svetlana Kuznetsova and her successor on the throne in the next season Francesca Schiavone played the third longest game in the history of the tournament of WTA in Paris.
Schiavone beat No18 placed Russian with 6:7 (11) 7:5, 10:8 after 3 hours and 49 minutes.
The two titled veterans hold the record for the longest match in Grand Slam. In 2011 Francesca and Svetlana played 4 hours and 44 minutes at the Australian Open, when the Italian prevailed with 6:4, 1:6, 16:14.
The first part of today`s game continued 82 minutes and was won by Kuznetsova. She took a break in the second part, but Schiavone managed to return and eventually levelled the sets.
In the third part, Kuznetsova leaded again with 2:0 and 4:2. Then the tennis player from St. Petersburg served for the match at 5:4 and 6:5, as in the last case came to the point of winning the match. Franca reflected with a backhand that clipped the line. In the 18th game of the final part, Kuznetsova sent a volley in the net and Schiavone took the victory.
The longest match of "Roland Garros" in the Open era was in 1995, when Virginie Buisson beat Noelle van Lottum after 4 hours and 7 minutes with 6:7 (3), 7:5, 6:2.
In the third round, the 34-year-old Schiavone meets the surprise of the court - Andreea Mitu. Hundredth ranked Romanian beat the No12 Karolina Pliskova after 2:6, 7:6 (5), 6:4.
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Andy Murray with 12th consecutive victory on clay
The first rocket of Britain Andy Murray continues with his impressive performance in the season on clay in Europe. The Scot has achieved 12th consecutive victory after won with 6:2, 4:6, 6:4, 6:1 over the Portuguese Joao Sousa.
In the course of the game, Murray loses a set, but still had the control of the meeting and confidently moved forward. In the third round he will meet the Australian Nick Kyrgios, who qualified for this stage without playing.
Earlier today, the Australian had to play against Kyle Edmund, but his opponent did not come out on the court, because of an injury.
Murray fell in one part of the scheme with two great favorites for the trophy in Paris - Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. Andy could face any of them on the semi-finals.
In the course of the game, Murray loses a set, but still had the control of the meeting and confidently moved forward. In the third round he will meet the Australian Nick Kyrgios, who qualified for this stage without playing.
Earlier today, the Australian had to play against Kyle Edmund, but his opponent did not come out on the court, because of an injury.
Murray fell in one part of the scheme with two great favorites for the trophy in Paris - Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. Andy could face any of them on the semi-finals.
Monday, May 25, 2015
Otamendi was ready for a transfer into Manchester United
The defender of Valencia, Nicolas Otamendi intends to take all possible steps in the name of it to get the desired transfer to Manchester United. It was said by the player`s agent Eugenio Lopez.
The Argentinian international in years is a transfer target for the Red Devils, which they offer for 35 million euros in January. So far it is not clear what will be the reaction of the `bats` that they may request an activation of the clause in the contract of the player - 50 million euros. The leadership is considered carefully its next steps, because he does not want to infuriate fans.
`Nicholas feels good in Valencia and has a good relationship with the fans. Now however he has the opportunity to improve his career.`, said Lopez.
`The President of the club already knows that Nico wants to leave. Niko will do everything possible to do it, he`s ready for anything.`
`So far, we haven`t signed a preliminary contract with any other team.`, stated Otamendi`s agent.
The Argentinian international in years is a transfer target for the Red Devils, which they offer for 35 million euros in January. So far it is not clear what will be the reaction of the `bats` that they may request an activation of the clause in the contract of the player - 50 million euros. The leadership is considered carefully its next steps, because he does not want to infuriate fans.
`Nicholas feels good in Valencia and has a good relationship with the fans. Now however he has the opportunity to improve his career.`, said Lopez.
`The President of the club already knows that Nico wants to leave. Niko will do everything possible to do it, he`s ready for anything.`
`So far, we haven`t signed a preliminary contract with any other team.`, stated Otamendi`s agent.
Thursday, May 21, 2015
After three innings Chicago tied the series against Anaheim in the finals of the West
Chicago Blackhawks won the second game of the final series in the Western Conference in the NHL after successful 3:2 over Anaheim equalized to 1-1. The Swedish striker Marcus Kruger scored the winning goal in 16:12 minute into the third inning. This is the longest game in the eliminations in the history of Chicago NHL.
This long marathon of innings improve the previous record of Chicago since 1931 year when they played again three innings. But the team Chicago overcame deletion of lead in lead, fatigue and a disallowed goal to win his visit.
"I think we actually played two matches today. I never can calculate the minutes, which we were on the ice. At one moment I just wanted everything to be completed, said the author of the winning goal Kruger.
Andrew Shaw and Marian Hosa leaded with 2:0 for Chicago in the first trimester, when actually it was playing on one door. For the hosts scored Andrew Colin, who made a very strong game in the first game, and Corey Perry. So Anaheim, although it stepped in overtime, has 9 wins in 11 games.
The goal of the success for the guests come quite accidentally, after Brent Seabrook fired the puck from the middle of the pitch, it knocked at the center of the foot of player went through two more riders and fell into Kruger, who just past it in the net. The goalkeeper of the winners Corey Crawford saved 60 shots and this of Anaheim Frederik Andersen - 53.
Championship of the National Hockey League of the USA and Canada playoffs:
Western Conference Final:
Anahaym- Chicago 2:3 after three innings
*The result by livescore in the series is equal to 1-1
This long marathon of innings improve the previous record of Chicago since 1931 year when they played again three innings. But the team Chicago overcame deletion of lead in lead, fatigue and a disallowed goal to win his visit.
"I think we actually played two matches today. I never can calculate the minutes, which we were on the ice. At one moment I just wanted everything to be completed, said the author of the winning goal Kruger.
Andrew Shaw and Marian Hosa leaded with 2:0 for Chicago in the first trimester, when actually it was playing on one door. For the hosts scored Andrew Colin, who made a very strong game in the first game, and Corey Perry. So Anaheim, although it stepped in overtime, has 9 wins in 11 games.
The goal of the success for the guests come quite accidentally, after Brent Seabrook fired the puck from the middle of the pitch, it knocked at the center of the foot of player went through two more riders and fell into Kruger, who just past it in the net. The goalkeeper of the winners Corey Crawford saved 60 shots and this of Anaheim Frederik Andersen - 53.
Championship of the National Hockey League of the USA and Canada playoffs:
Western Conference Final:
Anahaym- Chicago 2:3 after three innings
*The result by livescore in the series is equal to 1-1
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Scandal in the national team of Brazil
The Brazilian Football Confederation denied information that the marketing company determines which players receive a call for matches of Selesao. According to the press, the Brazilian soccer bosses concluded million contract with a marketing company based in the Cayman Islands.
There were clauses in the contract, according to which the Federation owes fines, if topigracite as Neymar does not play. The contract is concluded in 2006, and in 2011 it is re-signed and marketing company has increased its influence, as has the right to insist on the inclusion in the team of certain players. It`s not only about the call, but the mandatory participation of the footballers in the matches.
This prevents the development of young players, since the sponsors urge to play only football players who already have the status of stars, comment the Brazilian media. The Brazilian Football Confederation issued a special statement on the case, saying that the coach has the right to determine the team. `No one meddle in the work of the coach.` - the organisation is categorical.
There were clauses in the contract, according to which the Federation owes fines, if topigracite as Neymar does not play. The contract is concluded in 2006, and in 2011 it is re-signed and marketing company has increased its influence, as has the right to insist on the inclusion in the team of certain players. It`s not only about the call, but the mandatory participation of the footballers in the matches.
This prevents the development of young players, since the sponsors urge to play only football players who already have the status of stars, comment the Brazilian media. The Brazilian Football Confederation issued a special statement on the case, saying that the coach has the right to determine the team. `No one meddle in the work of the coach.` - the organisation is categorical.
Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Andres Iniesta started talking about trophies
Barcelona`s captain, Andres Iniesta shared his thoughts for a semi-final rematch with Bayern Munich, which was lost by the Spanish team with 2:3, but Barca is at th finale.
`Bayern improved its game in the second half, but we should be proud of the fact that we have reached the final. We are where we wanted, but we cannot be content with this, because our goal is to lift trophies.`, commented the happy player.
Barcelona has the chance to make a treble after is the leader in the Championship, will play the final of the Champions League and finish in the tournament for the Cup of the King.
`Bayern improved its game in the second half, but we should be proud of the fact that we have reached the final. We are where we wanted, but we cannot be content with this, because our goal is to lift trophies.`, commented the happy player.
Barcelona has the chance to make a treble after is the leader in the Championship, will play the final of the Champions League and finish in the tournament for the Cup of the King.
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Aston Villa - West Ham (Premier League)
Aston Villa takes West Ham at "Villa Park" in Birmingham in a meeting of the 36th round of the Premier League. The match is on Saturday - May 9, 2015, and chief judge will be Lee Mason. The odds for the game offered by the leading bookmaker bet365 are as follows: 1.85 for a home win, with a draw at 3.75 and 4.60 for the victory of the guests. In the match between the two teams played in the fall, we witnessed a dull scoreless draw.
Aston Villa recorded vital victory in the previous round over Everton. The team from Birmingham won with 3:2 and kept the lead of 2 points in the battle for survival. Despite the mentioned success, the results predicted by livescore of the other teams involved in the battle at the bottom don`t allowed Villa to move away from the danger zone. However, the victory over Everton will give more confidence to the boys of Tim Sherwood before the upcoming match with West Ham. There are no serious problems with injured players in the camp of Villa after the last game. Is most likely that Tim Sherwood will not make changes to the starting XI and against West Ham we will see the composition that defeated Everton last week. The upcoming match will miss the permanently injured Chris Herd, Nathan Baker, Ciaran Clark and Libor Kozak. Gabriel Agbonlahor is in question, because of injury, but even recovered, Tim Sherwood will release Charles N`Zogbia.
West Ham won against Burnley in the last round with 1:0. This success broke a series of four games without a win for "hammers" and consolidate them in the first half of the table - 9th place with a total of 47 points. The shape of West Ham after the New Year dropped drastically and even was talked about a reshuffle in the coaching team this summer. The manager Sam Allardyce again has the same problems with the composition, as in a week ago. With injuries are Andy Carroll, James Tomkins, Diafra Sakho, Guy Demel and Winston Reid.
The hosts will be much more motivated and will seek mandatory victory against West Ham. The victory will almost ensure their place in the Premier League next year and the boys of Tim Sherwood will throw all the forces to achieve it.
Recommended bet: For Aston Villa @ 1.85 at bet365
Aston Villa recorded vital victory in the previous round over Everton. The team from Birmingham won with 3:2 and kept the lead of 2 points in the battle for survival. Despite the mentioned success, the results predicted by livescore of the other teams involved in the battle at the bottom don`t allowed Villa to move away from the danger zone. However, the victory over Everton will give more confidence to the boys of Tim Sherwood before the upcoming match with West Ham. There are no serious problems with injured players in the camp of Villa after the last game. Is most likely that Tim Sherwood will not make changes to the starting XI and against West Ham we will see the composition that defeated Everton last week. The upcoming match will miss the permanently injured Chris Herd, Nathan Baker, Ciaran Clark and Libor Kozak. Gabriel Agbonlahor is in question, because of injury, but even recovered, Tim Sherwood will release Charles N`Zogbia.
West Ham won against Burnley in the last round with 1:0. This success broke a series of four games without a win for "hammers" and consolidate them in the first half of the table - 9th place with a total of 47 points. The shape of West Ham after the New Year dropped drastically and even was talked about a reshuffle in the coaching team this summer. The manager Sam Allardyce again has the same problems with the composition, as in a week ago. With injuries are Andy Carroll, James Tomkins, Diafra Sakho, Guy Demel and Winston Reid.
The hosts will be much more motivated and will seek mandatory victory against West Ham. The victory will almost ensure their place in the Premier League next year and the boys of Tim Sherwood will throw all the forces to achieve it.
Recommended bet: For Aston Villa @ 1.85 at bet365
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