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Who is JR Moehringer, the ghostwriter for Prince Harry's controversial book ‘Spare’?
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Who is JR Moehringer, the ghostwriter for Prince Harry's controversial book ‘Spare’?

US-based journalist and author John Joseph Moehringer was asked to write Harry’s 416-page telling memoir titled 'Spare' which was released today. The 58-year-old won the Pulitzer Prize in 2000 for his article 'Crossing Over'

Nick Bollettieri, who developed 10 World No 1s including Andre Agassi, Williams sisters, dies aged 91
Tennis

Nick Bollettieri, who developed 10 World No 1s including Andre Agassi, Williams sisters, dies aged 91

While his methods were sometimes controversial, Nick Bollettieri's academy in Florida churned out top players and he was to coach 10 players who would go on to become number one in the world.

Billie Jean King's upcoming memoir to dive into her celebrated career, the famed Battle of the Sexes match
Sports

Billie Jean King's upcoming memoir to dive into her celebrated career, the famed Battle of the Sexes match

King, 77, will also write about her activism on behalf of women in tennis and beyond, and such private struggles as an eating disorder and acknowledging her sexual identity.

Tennis has enjoyed a golden generation, but a golden era has eluded the sport
Sports

Tennis has enjoyed a golden generation, but a golden era has eluded the sport

Serve-and-volley tennis was not a feature of the sport from its inception, and it only came to prominence in the 1950s. However, it presented a genuinely innovative way to explore court geometry.

Simona Halep's coach Darren Cahill backs idea of WTA-ATP merger, says idea would make tennis 'simpler'
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Simona Halep's coach Darren Cahill backs idea of WTA-ATP merger, says idea would make tennis 'simpler'

Cahill said, 'I think, hypothetically, it would be a pretty good position for a tennis player to be in, because you know that every single decision being made is made in the best interest of the game.'

'When I was at my best, it was a risk to play aggressive', tennis great Andre Agassi feels modern game has changed too much
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'When I was at my best, it was a risk to play aggressive', tennis great Andre Agassi feels modern game has changed too much

Agassi said the game today had simply changed too much for him to find an analog among the sport’s current top performers.

US Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov says he was just focusing on himself as Bulgarian beats Roger Federer after season of struggles
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US Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov says he was just focusing on himself as Bulgarian beats Roger Federer after season of struggles

Grigor Dimitrov had struggled through most of the past two seasons and battled with a shoulder injury early this season, but the payoff for his perseverance was sweet indeed.

US Open 2019: From Naomi Osaka stunning Serena Willams to John Millman beating Roger Federer, top 10 upsets of 21st century
Sports

US Open 2019: From Naomi Osaka stunning Serena Willams to John Millman beating Roger Federer, top 10 upsets of 21st century

Nothing makes sports more fun than the unpredictability factor that comes with it. The chances of a lower-ranked opponent beating an overwhelming favourite gets everyone going. Presenting the biggest US Open upsets of the 21st century.

Wimbledon 2019: First round exit reaffirms Grigor Dimitrov's free fall since highs of 2017
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Wimbledon 2019: First round exit reaffirms Grigor Dimitrov's free fall since highs of 2017

Grigor Dimitrov has been in a free fall to drop near the 50th ranked mark on the ATP Tour after first round exit at Wimbledon.

French Open 2019: Dominic Thiem finds calm amidst storm to bring down Novak Djokovic in pursuit of Grand Slam glory
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French Open 2019: Dominic Thiem finds calm amidst storm to bring down Novak Djokovic in pursuit of Grand Slam glory

It was Thiem's equanimity over the two days, and through the ebbs and flows of the match, that finally saw him over the line against the world No 1 Novak Djokovic in French Open semi-final

French Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov describes coaching link-up with US legend Andre Agassi as a 'great package deal'
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French Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov describes coaching link-up with US legend Andre Agassi as a 'great package deal'

Grigor Dimitrov described his coaching link-up with US legend Andre Agassi and mercurial Radek Stepanek as a "great package deal" on Sunday

Australian Open 2019: Birthday boy Frances Tiafoe sets up quarter-final clash with Rafael Nadal after beating Grigor Dimitrov
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Australian Open 2019: Birthday boy Frances Tiafoe sets up quarter-final clash with Rafael Nadal after beating Grigor Dimitrov

An emotional Frances Tiafoe celebrated his 21st birthday by beating seed Grigor Dimitrov to reach the quarter-finals of a Grand Slam for the first time.

Australian Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov powers into fourth round with dominating win over Thomas Fabbiano
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Australian Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov powers into fourth round with dominating win over Thomas Fabbiano

Dimitrov won in just over two hours under the roof at Melbourne Arena to stay on course for a potential quarter-final against second seed Rafael Nadal.

Australian Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov recovers from slow start to beat veteran Janko Tipsarevic in four sets
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Australian Open 2019: Grigor Dimitrov recovers from slow start to beat veteran Janko Tipsarevic in four sets

Grigor Dimitrov said things were on the right path with new coach Andre Agassi in his corner after recovering from a slow start to beat Janko Tipsarevic.

World No 1 Simona Halep's Australian coach Darren Cahill steps down from role due to 'family reasons'
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World No 1 Simona Halep's Australian coach Darren Cahill steps down from role due to 'family reasons'

Darren Cahill, the coach of world number one and French Open champion Simona Halep, said Friday he will take a break from tennis in 2019 for family reasons.

Grigor Dimitrov’s 2018 season ends in disappointment, but better days may lie ahead with Andre Agassi by his side
Sports

Grigor Dimitrov’s 2018 season ends in disappointment, but better days may lie ahead with Andre Agassi by his side

Dimitrov may not be called the most handsome guy, or the player with the most handsome game. But aesthetics matter very little in the larger scheme of things, and if he can turn the loss of beauty into a consistent career, then it wouldn’t really be a loss at all

Paris Masters: Grigor Dimitrov hires 'amazing' Andre Agassi as coach, says they could form long-term partnership
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Paris Masters: Grigor Dimitrov hires 'amazing' Andre Agassi as coach, says they could form long-term partnership

Talking about the association, Dimitrov said, "Andre Agassi is amazing. I couldn't think of a better guy, sharing thoughts, feelings, emotions, on and off the court. I just believe that he has gone through so much overall with the ups and downs and all that."

US Open 2018: Americans need to move beyond unidimensional attacking style of tennis, adapt to all-court game
Sports

US Open 2018: Americans need to move beyond unidimensional attacking style of tennis, adapt to all-court game

American players rely largely on big-stroke tennis for winners, and are unable to construct points — taking away, thus, from an all-round game.

French Open 2018: Novak Djokovic's focus at Rome Masters an indicator of a man finding his way back
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French Open 2018: Novak Djokovic's focus at Rome Masters an indicator of a man finding his way back

Novak Djokovic is back to focusing on the basics rather than indulging in quick-fixes like hiring and firing coaching staff.

Monte Carlo Masters: Former World No 1 Novak Djokovic, Kei Nishikori pick contrasting wins in opening round
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Monte Carlo Masters: Former World No 1 Novak Djokovic, Kei Nishikori pick contrasting wins in opening round

It was an impressive performance from Djokovic in his first match since splitting from coach Andre Agassi and starting to work again with long-time former coach Marian Vajda.