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☆ Pressure at its peak as Djokovic guns for Major number 23
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-10 | by ( Julien Pretot | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

PARIS, June 10 (Reuters) - Pressure will be immense on Sunday when Novak Djokovic faces Casper Ruud in the French Open final with a record-breaking 23rd men's Grand Slam title and his position in the pantheon of tennis at stake. In 2021, Djokovic was on the brink of completing a calendar slam -- winning all four majors in the same year -- but was beaten in straight sets in the final in New York by Daniil Medvedev. "You remember the U.S. Open final he had with Medvedev after beating me in the semis still. "I put myself in another really ideal position to win a Grand Slam," said Djokovic, who will also snatch the world number one spot from Spain's Alcaraz if he lifts the Musketeers Cup. With the fickle French Open crowd often backing the underdog, Djokovic might face a few jeers, but he could not care less.

Persons: Novak Djokovic, Casper Ruud, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Djokovic, Philippe Chatrier, Ruud, Daniil Medvedev, Novak, Alexander Zverev, Medvedev, Carlos Alcaraz, ", It's, I'm, Julien Pretot, Clare Fallon Organizations: Djokovic, Thomson Locations: Serbian, New York, U.S, Norwegian

☆ 2023 French Open women’s final: Karolína Muchová faces Iga Świątek
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-09 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Saturday’s women’s French Open final proves to be an intriguing one for many reasons, in particular because each player’s recent experiences offer tantalizing narratives. Muchová has had to overcome countless battles with injuries while Świątek has skyrocketed to become a three-time grand slam winner. She has slowly climbed back to her best and has enjoyed a remarkable run at this year’s French Open. In the final, with just a victory between her and a French Open title, this is familiar territory for the Pole. Although she’s familiar with the situation, Świątek said a lot had changed since her first French Open title three years ago.

Persons: Saturday’s, Iga Świątek, Roland Garros, Karolína Muchová, Świątek, Muchová, Rafael Nadal, ”, Philippe Chatrier, Maria Sakkari, Nadia Podoroska, Irina, Camelia Begu, Elina Avanesyan, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, Muchova, Clive Brunskill, Indian Wells, “ It’s, Beatriz Haddad Maia, Świątek lunges, Haddad Maia, Andy Cheung, Nadal, “, Rafa, he’s Organizations: CNN, Sabalenka Locations: Prague, Paris, Indian, Dubai, Indian Wells

On May 25, 2005, Liverpool and AC Milan contested the Champions League final at the Atatürk Olympic Stadium, which also hosts this year’s showpiece between Manchester City and Inter Milan. What happened in the second half, however, made the 2005 Champions League final the mother of all “I was there” moments. Rafael Benítez’s men emerged for the second half looking like an entirely different team, one full of belief that played with courage and purpose. “I think the most asked question is: ‘What happened at half time?’” Hyypia said. We have to give the fans something to cheer about in the second half, many of them have traveled a long way – even in cars to Istanbul to support us.

Persons: CNN — It’s, Paolo Maldini’s, Hernan Crespo, Sami Hyypia, Carlo Ancelotti, FILIPPO MONTEFORTE, Steven Gerrard, Liverpool’s, Xabi Alonso, Rafael Benítez’s, ” Hyypia, “ I’ve, I’ve, ‘, Rafa Benítez, “, ”, Gerrard, gee, – Hyypia, Hyypia, Jerzy, Dudek, Andriy, Shevchenko, Jerzy Dudek, MUSTAFA OZER, Dida, Xabi, ” Dida Organizations: CNN, “ Istanbul ”, AC Milan, Champions League, Manchester City, Inter Milan, Liverpool, League, CNN Sport, ”, Milan, Getty, Reds, AFP, Man City, Inter Locations: Liverpool, Istanbul, ’, Milan, Italian, AFP

☆ Worker emergency-savings initiative reaches more than $2 billion in net new savings
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-09 | by ( Lorie Konish | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +2 min

Levi's has run a worker savings program since 2015 but in recent years has participated in BlackRock's initiative. When new employees get hired at the Levi's store in Lone Tree, Colorado, there's one job perk for them that really stands out, says store manager Debbra Ward — a company emergency-savings program that includes a match. If store workers save $40 per month, Levi's will match that with another $40 per month; in addition, they get a $20 sign-on bonus. But even after it ends, Ward expects the workers who have enrolled will continue to participate after they have built a habit of savings. Levi's has been running a program to help workers boost their emergency savings since 2015.

Persons: Levi's, perk, Debbra Ward, Ward, Jenny Calvert Rodriguez Organizations: Finance, IRS, Levi's, BlackRock Emergency Savings Initiative, Red Tab Foundation Locations: San Rafael , California, Lone Tree , Colorado, Debbra Ward —, Colorado, California, BlackRock

☆ Novak Djokovic reaches French Open final after beating injury-stricken Carlos Alcaraz
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-09 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

CNN —Novak Djokovic reached the French Open final after defeating an injury-stricken Carlos Alcaraz 6-3 5-7 6-1 6-1 on Friday. The victory puts Djokovic, a two-time champion at Roland-Garros, on the verge of winning a men’s record 23rd grand slam title. “First and foremost, I have to say tough luck for Carlos,” Djokovic said in his on-court interview. I hope he can recover and come back very soon.”Alcaraz receives treatment at the side of the court against Djokovic. The same scenario occurred at 6-5 but this time Alcaraz made no mistake, converting the first of another three set points.

Persons: CNN — Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Djokovic, Alcaraz, cramp, Casper Ruud, Dane, Germany’s Alexander Zverev, Carlos, ” Djokovic, ” Alcaraz, Julian Finney, Philippe, Chatrier, ”, Novak, Rafael Nadal, It’s Organizations: CNN, Roland, “, Getty, cramp Locations: raptures, Serbian

☆ Tesla stock charges upwards on deal with GM
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-09 | by ( Peter Valdes-Dapena | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

Both Ford and GM EV drivers will, for now, need special adapters to allow their vehicles to use Tesla chargers. Tesla’s charging system had been proprietary and only usable by Teslas – although Teslas could use CCS chargers with an adapter. But CEO Elon Musk announced in late 2022 that he was inviting other automakers and charging companies to use Tesla’s charging system and design standards. Tesla’s NACS chargers outnumber CCS chargers in the United States by a factor of two to one, according to Tesla. Other automakers, such as KIa, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen, still use the CCS charging standard and have not announced any plans to change.

Persons: CNN — Tesla, ”, Gary Silberg, –, Elon Musk, Mary Barra, Sam Abuelsamid, Tesla, Justin Sullivan, Guidehouse’s, KPMG’s Silberg, Abuelsamid, Musk, GM’s Organizations: CNN, General Motors, Ford, GM EV, Tesla, KPMG, GM EVs, Guidehouse, CCS, GM, GM’s Chevrolet, Cox Automotive, KIa, Hyundai, BMW, Mercedes, Volkswagen Locations: United States, CALIFORNIA, San Rafael , California, North America

☆ MLB roundup: Reds down Dodgers in thrilling fashion once again
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-08 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +9 min

The Twins wasted a strong start by Pablo Lopez, who allowed just one run on five hits over seven innings. Oakland starter Hogan Harris (1-0), making his first major league start, allowed three runs in five innings. Kutter Crawford (1-3) gave up three runs (two earned) on five hits with three strikeouts over three-plus innings. San Francisco starter Logan Webb Webb gave up four runs on eight hits in 5 1/3 innings. Colorado starter Connor Seabold allowed two runs on two hits, walked two and struck out four in six-plus innings.

Persons: Will Benson, Katie Stratman, TJ Hopkins, Benson, Evan Phillips, Alexis Diaz, Phillips, Mookie Betts, Elly De La Cruz, Randy Arozarena, Jhoan Duran, Isaac Paredes, Pablo Lopez, Alec Burleson, Louis, Jon Gray, Jack Flaherty, Jordan Hicks, Giovanny Gallegos, Ryan Helsley, Ryan Noda, Jace Peterson, Brent Rooker, Jonah Bride, JJ Bleday, Hogan Harris, Rodolfo Castro, Roansy Contreras, Juan Soto, Gary Sanchez, Soto, Sanchez, Michael Wacha, George Kirby, Jesus Sanchez, Luis Arraez, Edward Cabrera, Jordan Lyles, Corbin Carroll, Zach Davies, Emmanuel Rivera, Ketel Marte, Carroll, Davies, Joey Meneses, Dominic Smith, Patrick Corbin, Chris Bassitt, Alejandro Kirk, Bo Bichette, Brandon, Yordan Alvarez, Ronel Blanco, Amed Rosario, Josh Naylor, Josh Bell, Tanner Bibee, Rafael Devers, Kutter Crawford, Michael Harris II, Harris, Nick Anderson, A.J, Minter, Brooks Raley, Pete Alonso, Charlie Morton, Joey Wiemer, Corbin Burnes, Willy Adames, Dean Kremer, Austin Slater, LaMonte Wade Jr, Taylor Rogers, Camilo Doval, Logan Webb Webb, Nolan Jones, Ezequiel Tovar, Connor Seabold Organizations: Cincinnati Reds, Los Angeles Dodgers, Great, Cincinnati, Dodgers, Reds, Rays, Tampa, Minnesota, Cardinals, Rangers, Texas, Athletics, Pirates, Oakland, Pittsburgh, Padres, Mariners, San, Marlins, Royals, Miami, Kansas City, Diamondbacks, Nationals, Arizona, Washington, Blue Jays, Astros, Toronto, Houston, Brandon Belt, Red Sox, Cleveland, Boston, Braves, Mets, National League, Brewers, Orioles, Baltimore, Giants, Rockies, Colorado, Colorado ., Thomson Locations: Cincinnati , Ohio, USA, Los, St . Petersburg, Fla, Bay, Minnesota, Arlington , Texas, San Diego, Seattle, Atlanta, New York, Milwaukee, San Francisco, Denver, Colorado . San Francisco, Colorado

☆ Alcaraz's take-no-prisoner approach faces Djokovic test at French Open
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-08 | by ( Julien Pretot | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +3 min

The Spaniard has been inspiring fear and dropping jaws at Roland Garros, and his take-no-prisoner approach faces the ultimate test on Friday in his semi-final clash against Novak Djokovic, who at 36 is hanging on to his dream of claiming a record-breaking 23rd men's Grand Slam title. The two-times French Open champion has been his usual metronomic self on the Parisian clay, where his defence system will come under heavy fire against Alcaraz. While excitement will be at its peak for Alcaraz, who won his maiden Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open last year before missing the Australian Open injured, the Spaniard is fully aware of his opponent's resume. "It's going to be his 45th semi-final in a Grand Slam. "I'm happy to be playing the way I'm playing here in Paris.

Persons: Carlos Alcaraz, Roland Garros, Novak Djokovic, Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Lorenzo Musetti, Stefanos Tsitsipas, Alcaraz, Philippe Chatrier, Kharen Kachanov, Casper Ruud, Alexander Zverev, Nadal, I'm, Julien Pretot, Christian Radnedge Organizations: Alcaraz, U.S, Australian, Thomson Locations: men's, Serbian, Italian, Paris

☆ Meta vs. TikTok: How they're each using AI to attract advertisers and which one is winning
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-07 | by ( Paulina Likos | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +14 min

The aim was a similar short-form video service to become more competitive in the space and slow down ad share losses. "This is a key leading indicator for monetization, and any incremental results from AI-driven targeting and measurement would accelerate the market share shift." In a digital advertising market where growth is limited, the battle for market share gains is critical. TikTok's AI strategy TikTok has seen a quick rise in viewership by virtue of predictive AI for content recommendation. TikTok advertisers can place ads through the platform's TikTok Ads Manager , offering automatic audience targeting and measurement tools.

Persons: TikTok, Debra Aho Williamson, Instagram, Aho Williamson, Rohit Kulkarni, Roth MKM, Kulkarni, Roth MKM Kulkarni, Oppenheimer, That's, Brad Erickson, Meta, Erickson, Meta's, Mark Zuckerberg's, Roth, Joe Biden, it's, we're, Jim Cramer's, Jim Cramer, Jim, Rafael Henrique, Lightrocket Organizations: Facebook, TikTok, Meta, Insider Intelligence, Apple, CNBC, JMP Securities, RBC Capital, Citi, —, Oracle, Getty Locations: Beijing, Instagram, U.S, Montana

[1/3] A view shows the Nova Kakhovka dam that was breached in the course of Russia-Ukraine conflict, in the Kherson Region, Russian-controlled Ukraine, June 6, 2023. What is the dam, what happened - and what do we not know? THE KAKHOVKA DAMThe dam, part of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant, is 30 metres (98 feet) tall and 3.2 km (2 miles) long. The dam bridged the Dnipro River, which forms the front line between Russian and Ukrainian forces in the south of Ukraine. Creation of the 2,155 sq km (832 sq mile) Kakhovka reservoir in Soviet times forced around 37,000 people to be moved from their homes.

Persons: Alexey Konovalov, Josef Stalin, Nikita Khrushchev, Volodymyr Zelenskiy, Zelenskiy, Peskov, Vladimir Rogov, Maxar, Rafael Grossi, Grossi, Guy Faulconbridge, Michael Perry, Peter Graff, Jon Boyle Organizations: REUTERS, TASS, Nova, International Atomic Energy Agency, Thomson Locations: Russia, Ukraine, Kherson Region, Russian, Soviet, Dnipro, Ukrainian, Crimea, Salt, U.S ., Utah, Zaporizhzhia, Nova Kakhovka, Kherson, CRIMEA, Crimean

The flooding has already killed 300 animals at the Nova Kakhovka zoo, according to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry. Satellite images show a close-up view of the Nova Kakhovka dam and hydroelectric power facility before and after the dam collapse on June 6, 2023. Satellite images show homes along the Dnipro River before and after the Nova Kakhovka dam collapsed. Several Ukrainian regions that receive some of their water supply from the reservoir of the Nova Kakhovka dam are making efforts to conserve water. Local residents carry their personal belongings on a flooded street after the Nova Kakhovka dam collapsed, in Kherson, Ukraine, on June 6.

Persons: Volodymyr Zelensky, ”, Ihor Syrota, ” Syrota, ” Olena, Alina Smutko, Ruslan Strilets, Strilets, António Guterres, Vladyslav Musiienko, Martin Griffiths, Griffiths, ” Griffiths, Zelensky, Oleksandr Prokudin, Maxar Technologies Griffiths, Mohammad Heidarzadeh, Heidarzadeh, Vladimir Saldo, Rafael Grossi, ” Grossi Organizations: CNN, Reuters, Reserve, Nova, Ukrainian Defense Ministry . United Nations, ”, UN Security, Dnipro, Maxar, Maxar Technologies, University of Bath, Science Media, Russian Foreign Ministry, International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, UN Locations: Nova, Ukraine, Russian, Kyiv, Moscow, Russia, Dnipro, Kherson, Reuters Ukrainian, Zaporizhzhia, England, Dnipropetrovsk, Kryvyi

☆ The destruction of a major Ukrainian dam could have grave consequences. Here’s what we know so far
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-06 | by ( Sam Meredith | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

A partially flooded area of Kherson on June 6, 2023, following damage sustained at the Kakhovka hydroelectric dam. "The destruction of the Kakhovka hydroelectric power plant dam only confirms for the whole world that they must be expelled from every corner of Ukrainian land. "As a result of detonation of the engine room from the inside, the Kakhovskaya [hydroelectric power plant] was completely destroyed. 'No immediate risk' to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plantThe U.N.'s nuclear watchdog said it was closely monitoring the situation at Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant. Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, Europe's largest nuclear power station.

Persons: Dmitry Peskov, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Zelenskyy, Ukrhydroenergo, Nova Kakhovka, Peter Stano, Jens Stoltenberg, meanwhile, Rafael Grossi, Grossi, Carl Court Organizations: Anadolu Agency, Getty, Google, Tass, CNBC, NBC News, Internal Affairs Ministry, Afp, National Security and Defense Council, European Commission, Ukraine, European Union, NATO, Twitter, International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, Carl Locations: Russian, Ukraine's Kherson, Ukraine, Nova Kakhovka, Moscow, Nova, Crimean, Russia, Kherson, Ukrainian, Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia

☆ MLB roundup: Andrew Abbott, Reds blank Brewers
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-06 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +5 min

[1/5] Jun 5, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott (41) pitches against the Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Abbott (1-0) allowed just one hit, walked four and struck out six for the Reds. Pirates 5, Athletics 4Andrew McCutchen's sacrifice fly in the eighth provided the game-winning run as Pittsburgh topped visiting Oakland for its sixth straight win. Alejandro Kirk and Daulton Varsho hit solo home runs for the Blue Jays, who had their four-game winning streak end. Chicago starter Kyle Hendricks (0-2) gave up four runs on six hits with four strikeouts and no walks in six innings.

Persons: Andrew Abbott, Katie Stratman, Abbott, Alexis Diaz, Stuart Fairchild, Tyler Stephenson, Julio Teheran, Joey Wiemer, Nathaniel Lowe, Louis, Marcus Semien, Will Smith, Martin Perez, Genesis Cabrera, Shane McClanahan, Justin Turner's, Yandy Diaz, Wander Franco, Francisco Mejia, Rafael Devers, Christian Arroyo, Trea Turner, Aaron Nola, Nick Castellanos, Bryce Harper, Realmuto, Nick Maton, Joey Wentz, Luis Arraez, Arraez, Bryan De La, Braxton Garrett, MJ Melendez, Nick Pratto slugged, Mike Mayers, Andrew McCutchen's, Sam Moll, Ji Hwan Bae, Austin Hedges, Bae, flyout, Angel Perdomo, Colin Holderman, JP Sears, Corey Julks, Jake Meyers, Yordan Alvarez, Kyle Tucker, Yainer Diaz, Meyers, Alejandro Kirk, Daulton Varsho, Alex Manoah, Blake Snell, Gary Sanchez, Snell, Kyle Hendricks Organizations: Cincinnati Reds, Milwaukee Brewers, Reds, Milwaukee, Brewers, Rangers, Cardinals, St, Rays, Red Sox, Tampa, Boston, Tampa Bay, Phillies, Tigers, Philadelphia, Detroit, Marlins, Royals, Miami, Kansas City, Pirates, Athletics, Pittsburgh, Oakland, Astros, Blue Jays, Houston, Toronto, Padres, Cubs, Diego, Chicago, Thomson Locations: Cincinnati , Ohio, USA, Texas, Arlington , Texas, Marcus, Miami, Kansas, Toronto

☆ Opinion: Rose Zhang is a reminder to sports fans — anything can happen
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-05 | by ( Opinion Amy Bass | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

Zhang displays her trophy after winning the Mizuho Americas Open in a playoff over Jennifer Kupcho during the final round Sunday. “Incredible few weeks for Rose Zhang, defends her NCAA title and then wins in her Pro debut,” tweeted Tiger Woods, who forged his own legacy as a Stanford Cardinal golf player. Join us on Twitter and FacebookIt would be wise, sport fans, to pay attention, even if golf isn’t your thing. With Rose Zhang, the LPGA has a star who is not just the most touted athlete to hit women’s golf in a long time, but golf writ large. Indeed, Zhang might be one of those athletes, like Woods, who could transcend her sport, creating the start of something special for all of us.

Persons: Amy Bass, Read, Rose Zhang, Beverly Hanson, Amy Bass Rodney Bedsole I’m, —, Julene Caulfield, Zhang, Jennifer Kupcho, Elsa, ” Zhang, ”, Woods, “, Zhang —, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz Organizations: Manhattanville College, CNN, Mizuho, Stanford University, NCAA, Student, Manhattanville, Division III, Liberty, Stanford, Kupcho, Twitter, Stanley, Golden Knights, Celtics, Denver Nuggets, NBA Locations: Jersey City , New Jersey, Vegas, Florida

☆ Novak Djokovic progresses to a record 17th French Open quarterfinal
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-04 | by ( Aimee Lewis | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —On a sun kissed but windy Parisian afternoon Novak Djokovic broke one of Rafael Nadal’s French Open records as he progressed to the quarterfinals at Roland Garros. A straightforward 6-3 6-2 6-2 win over Peru’s Juan Pablo Varillas on Sunday ensured Djokovic progressed to the last eight at the French Open for a record 17th time, surpassing the absent Rafael Nadal on 16. The win also inched the Serb closer to a men’s record 23rd career grand slam. He was no match for world No.3 Djokovic, however, who will next play Russian Karen Khachanov, the 11th seed. So that’s all.”“A drama-free grand slam, I don’t think it can happen for me,” he added on Wednesday.

Persons: Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal’s, Roland Garros, Peru’s Juan Pablo Varillas, Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Nadal, Varillas, Russian Karen Khachanov, ” Djokovic, Hungary’s Márton, ”, “ Organizations: CNN, Roland, “ Locations: Russian, Kosovo, “ Kosovo, Serbia

☆ Nadal's season all but over after hip surgery, representative says
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-03 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

PARIS, June 3 (Reuters) - Rafael Nadal's season is all but over after he underwent surgery on a hip muscle which will keep him out of action for an estimated five months, his representative said on Saturday. The 14-times French Open champion, who has won a men's joint-record 22 majors, has been out of action since January after hurting his hip flexor in his second-round match at the Australian Open. The 37-year-old Spaniard has said 2024 is likely to be his last year as a professional player. In March, Nadal fell out of the top 10 in the world rankings for the first time since 2005 and is now 15th. Reporting by Julien Pretot; Editing by Ed OsmondOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Rafael Nadal's, Rafa, Benito Perez, Barbadillo, Monte, Nadal, Julien Pretot, Ed Osmond Organizations: Thomson Locations: Madrid, Rome, Indian Wells, Miami, Monte Carlo, Barcelona

☆ Coco Gauff Has a Chance to Play the Wise Veteran at the French Open
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-03 | by ( Matthew Futterman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

The veteran tennis star Rafael Nadal recently made that observation, discussing how quickly a new generation of players assumes the role of the one before. That rival was Mirra Andreeva, a 16-year-old Russian who has exploded onto the women’s tennis tour over the past five weeks. She plays with an easy, smooth power, unruffled by the size of the stage and the fuss suddenly being made about her. She trades text messages with Andy Murray, the three-time Grand Slam champion. These days, she continues to hunt for her first Grand Slam and top-level tour title.

Persons: Rafael Nadal, Suzanne Lenglen, Roland Garros, Coco Gauff, Gauff, Mirra, Andy Murray, Venus Williams, Serena Organizations: Tennis, Wimbledon, All England Club, Centre Court

☆ A TriBeCa Loft Where Rafael Viñoly Worked, and Played the Piano
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-02 | by ( Vivian Marino | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

Mr. Viñoly trained as a classical pianist in his native Uruguay before embarking on a successful career in architecture. The New York-based Rafael Viñoly Architects, founded four decades ago, is known around the world for its major commercial, residential and cultural structures, like the new Carrasco Airport in Montevideo, Uruguay, and 20 Fenchurch Street, nicknamed the “Walkie-Talkie” building, in London. Roman Viñoly says he is now ready to sell the co-op, situated between Duane and Thomas Streets, and has placed it on the market for $2.5 million. Mr. Viñoly says that both he and his father had fond memories of the downtown loft. “It’s a very small community,” he said of the four-unit building with a ground-floor commercial tenant, “and we all look after each other.”

Persons: Viñoly, Rafael Viñoly, ’, Roman Viñoly, Thomas, Nicholas Athanail, Spencer H, Cutler, ” Organizations: Rafael Viñoly Architects, Carrasco Airport, Fenchurch, Corcoran Group Locations: Uruguay, New York, Montevideo, London, New York City, Midtown, Duane

☆ Federer serves up directions as latest voice on Waze navigation app
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-01 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

The retired, polyglottic tennis star can offer directions in English, French, or German, and is the first person to record custom navigation in three different languages, the navigation app said on Wednesday. The 41-year-old Swiss offers a variety of motivational messages to drivers, on top of basic directions. "It's drive time - I can feel the adrenaline kicking in already," Federer says in one recording. I'm ready to coach you along the way." Federer joins an assortment of celebrity voices on the navigation app, which Alphabet Inc (GOOGL.O) acquired for $1 billion in 2013, including pop stars Christina Aguilera and the Jonas Brothers.

Persons: Europe's Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Team World's Jack Sock, Frances Tiafoe REUTERS, Andrew Boyers, Federer, Christina Aguilera, Jonas Brothers, Amy Tennery, Toby Davis Organizations: Laver, Team, Thomson Locations: London, Britain, Swiss, New York

☆ Sinner exits French Open after wasting match points in thriller
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-01 | by ( Julien Pretot | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

PARIS, June 1 (Reuters) - Jannik Sinner wasted two match points as he was knocked out of the French Open 6-7(0) 7-6(7) 1-6 7-6(4) 7-5 in a second round thriller against German Daniel Altmaier on Thursday. After an exchange of breaks, the first set was decided in a tiebreak in which Sinner won all the points. The second set was a carbon copy of the first until the tiebreak, which Altmaier dominated, winning most of the long rallies. Sinner then wasted two match points - one when Altmaier's passing shot clipped the net and took him by surprise - as the German stole his serve again to send the match into a decider. "We play here but behind us we have strong teams, that's why this victory is a team effort."

Persons: Daniel Altmaier, Roland Garros, Rafael Nadal, Altmaier, Suzanne Lenglen, Sinner, Julien Pretot, Ken Ferris Organizations: Thomson Locations: Vienna, Madrid

☆ Michael Jordan's 1992 Olympic practice jersey up for auction
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-01 | by ( Jorge Garcia | ) www.reuters.com time to read: +1 min

LOS ANGELES, June 1 (Reuters) - A sweat-stained jersey worn by U.S. basketball legend Michael Jordan in a practice session at the 1992 Olympic Games will hit the auction block in Los Angeles in June, estimated to sell at between $400,000 and $600,000. The white jersey with red, white and blue trim and 'USA Basketball' on the front is signed by Jordan and will be auctioned as part of a "Sports Legends" collection of sports memorabilia and collectibles June 23-25. All of the proceeds from the auctioned Jordan collection will be donated to benefit a center for women and children's health in Nairobi, Kenya, said Julien's Gallery Director Kody Frederick. Other lots being offered at auction include a grass-stained soccer jersey worn by Brazil soccer legend Pele in 1971 and items from basketball star Kobe Bryant, boxer Floyd Mayweather, soccer star Diego Maradona, baseball legend Babe Ruth and tennis star Rafael Nadal. Reporting by Jorge Garcia, Editing by Rosalba O'BrienOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.

Persons: Michael Jordan, Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Kody Frederick, Pele, Kobe Bryant, Floyd Mayweather, Diego Maradona, Babe Ruth, Rafael Nadal, Jorge Garcia, Rosalba O'Brien Organizations: U.S, NBA, Thomson Locations: ANGELES, U.S, Los Angeles, Barcelona, Nairobi, Kenya, Brazil

☆ Novak Djokovic stands by Kosovo comments at the French Open
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-01 | by ( George Ramsay | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic has stood by his decision to send a political message about Kosovo at the French Open. After his first-round victory on Monday, Djokovic wrote “Kosovo is the [heart symbol] of Serbia. So that’s all.”He added that he had not spoken to French Open tournament director Amélie Mauresmo about the incident. Djokovic is no stranger to controversy at grand slam tournaments. “A drama-free grand slam, I don’t think it can happen for me,” he said on Wednesday.

Persons: Novak Djokovic, Djokovic, Serbia ”, ” Djokovic, Hungary’s Márton, Amélie Mauresmo, ”, Srdjan, didn’t, “, Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, Rafael Nadal Organizations: CNN, “, NATO, Serbian, Olympic, KOC, International Olympic Committee, Tennis Federation, ITF, IOC, Olympic Games, Covid Locations: Serbian, Kosovo, “ Kosovo, Serbia, Zvecan, Melbourne

☆ MLB roundup: Cubs clamp down on Rays again
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-31 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +11 min

Mariners right-hander Logan Gilbert (3-3) lasted just four innings, giving up seven runs -- five earned -- on seven hits with one walk and four strikeouts. Senga (5-3) struck out nine in a career-high seven innings. Texas starter Martin Perez gave up six runs and seven hits in 4 2/3 innings. Detroit's Alex Faedo (1-3) was charged with six runs on seven hits in 4 1/3 innings. Milwaukee right-hander Adrian Houser (1-1) allowed seven runs (six earned) and a career-high 11 hits in 4 1/3 innings.

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☆ At the French Open, Djokovic Storms the Court and Into Controversy, Again
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-31 | by ( Matthew Futterman | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +1 min

The 22-time Grand Slam tournament champion struggled to find his timing early on, with the wind gusting as day turned to night. But as the light faded the wind did too, and Djokovic cruised, finishing off the steady Fucsovics, 7-6 (2), 6-0, 6-3, in two hours and 44 minutes. But as it is so often with Djokovic, what is happening on the tennis court this week is only a fraction of the story. He didn’t even have to worry about his main nemesis, with Rafael Nadal missing this year’s French Open, a tournament he has won 14 times, because of an injury. Djokovic continues his usual march toward the second week of the tournament — though the top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz may pose trouble.

Persons: Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Carlos Alcaraz, Djokovic’s, “ Let’s Organizations: World Health Organization Locations: United States, Australia

☆ Ukrainian drone sparks fire at Russian refinery - governor
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-31 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +5 min

MOSCOW/KYIV, May 31 (Reuters) - A Ukrainian drone sparked a fire at an oil refinery in southern Russia and shelling hit a Russian town close to the border for the third time in a week, damaging buildings and setting vehicles ablaze, Russian officials said on Wednesday. The Afipsky refinery is not far from the Black Sea port of Novorossiisk, near another refinery that has been attacked several times this month. There was no immediate information on who launched the drone but Moscow has accused Kyiv of increased attacks inside Russia in recent weeks, while Russia has repeatedly pounded Ukrainian cities with drones and missiles. Russian drone attacks killed one person and wounded four in Kyiv on Tuesday, according to Ukrainian officials. Civilian targets in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities have since the earliest days of the war been struck repeatedly by Russian drones and missiles.

Persons: Veniamin Kondratyev, Vyacheslav Gladkov, Mykhailo Podolyak, Vladimir Putin, Putin, Karine Jean, Pierre, Rafael Grossi, Grossi, David Ljunggren, Guy Faulconbridge, Max Hunder, Olena Harmash, Pavel Polityuk, Valentyn Ogirenko, Gleb Garanich, Lidia Kelly, Trevor Hunnicutt, Steve Holland, Stephen Coates, Robert Birsel Organizations: Kyiv, Residents, Civilian, Washington, Russian, International Atomic Energy Agency, IAEA, . Security, Thomson Locations: MOSCOW, KYIV, Ukrainian, Russia, Ukraine, Moscow, Russia's Krasnodar, Novorossiisk, Russian, Kyiv, Shebekino, Ukraine's Kharkiv, Ukraine's, Washington, United States, Zaporizhzhia

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