2019 - WIMBLEDON - GREAT BRITAIN Halep solves Svitolina, surges into first Wimbledon final Simona Halep, Wimbledon Former World No.1 Simona Halep made quick work of rival Elina Svitolina to reach her fifth career Grand Slam final, and first at the All England Club in straight sets. DAVID KANE LONDON, Great Britain - Former World No.1 Simona Halep is the first woman into the 2019 Wimbledon final after an emphatic win over rival Elina Svitolina, dispatching the No.8 seed, 6-1, 6-3. GALLERY: Rivalry Record - Simona Halep vs Elina Svitolina "It's an amazing feeling, and I'm really excited, but also nervous because of this!" she exclaimed to the BBC after the match. "It's one of the best moments of my life, so I'm trying just to enjoy it as much as possible and be happy that I could make the final." Seeded No.7, Halep was playing her first semifinal at the All England Club since 2014, while Svitolina was making her debut at this stage of any major tournament. The Romanian ultimately made good use of that experience to complete a 72 minute victory on Centre Court. Continue on https://www.wtatennis.com/news/halep-solves-svitolina-surges-first-wimbledon-final

Ion Tiriac sent a letter to ITF president: What reproaches the head of world tennis Photo: Hepta.ro Ion Tiriac sent an open letter to ITF President David Haggerty after being elected head of the Romanian tennis team. The businessman reproached Haggerty that, by taking the decisions he had taken, he destroyed the Fed Cup and the Davis Cup after changing the competition format. "I was elected president of the Romanian Tennis Federation and as such I would like to announce that I am against the system you intend to implement for the Federation Cup. The same applies to the Davis Cup, the world's tennis diamond, with a history of over 100 years. It is inconceivable that you have approved such a system for the Davis Cup and the Fed Cup, according to which 18 and 12 teams play at the same time and in the same place for 6-7 days for a world trophy. It is true that sport has evolved in all its aspects, but that does not justify selling and killing this impressive asset for financial purposes. (...) I strongly believe that many of the current players will not accept to play in this format proposed by you and the nationalist aura of this event has been lost forever, "wrote Tiriac, quoted by News.ro. Tiriac also demanded that all salaries of ITF officials become public. "I have been active in this sport for over 65 years, so it is my job in the short term to make the Romanian Federation a good voice in the ITF community," wrote Tiriac. Continue on http://m.ziare.com/ion-tiriac/ion-tiriac-i-a-trimis-o-scrisoare-presedintelui-itf-ce-ii-reproseaza-sefului-tenisului-mondial-1568827-font1

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Domino effect? On which transfers Europe is waiting Kicker.de International are still making large transfers, not only Bayern speculates on a domino effect. But which stones could still fall? And when? An overview. Antoine Griezmann (28, Atletico Madrid, contract until 2023): In the end it is probably a lot of noise for nothing. Griezmann's Atletico farewell, however, unnecessarily gets a very unpleasant aftertaste , because the Frenchman allegedly already agreed in March, so two months before his publicly deposited change request, with FC Barcelona on a transfer. Atletico did not like that, Griezmann refused because of "emotional stress," to appear in the preparatory kick-off, and in the end he will then probably change for the fixed since July 1, the sum of 120 million euros to Catalonia. Just a year ago, the attacker had announced by mini-documentation to extend Atletico until 2023. Even then Barcelona had been interested. PSG hints at Neymar Transfersaga - how does Juve Pogba want to afford? Neymar (27, Paris St. Germain, Treaty until 2022): Barriers and injuries, parties and rape allegations - it's amazing how the still most expensive player in football history has battered his public image in no time. PSG would sell him on a suitable offer, Neymar himself wants to get away- back to FC Barcelona. Whether his unauthorized absence from the PSG training to lend emphasis or actually due to an appointment misunderstanding, as his party claims, is unclear, it is in any case the next scandal. It is also unclear whether Barça can even afford it, even if, as they say, he would forgo much salary. "One does not settle such a thing in a day", prophesied PSG sports director Leonardo ever a longer Saga. One thing is clear: his club, still under the watchful eye of UEFA, could use fresh money to defend Thomas Tuchel's squad. Paul Pogba(26, Manchester United, contract until 2021): The World Champion is currently doing a special balancing act. While he and advisor Mino Raiola do not miss any opportunity to promote a change with public statements, his coach praises him as a "super guy" and "top professional", for which, moreover, there is no offer. "We are ManUnited, we do not have to sell players," says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. But that's only half the story: even England's record champions are waiting for purchases to a domino effect and would probably take a three-digit sum immediately for a player who showed his great skills since 2016, only in stages. Ex-club Juventus Turin is considered the first address before Real Madrid, with no one really knowing Raiola's clever work at de Ligt - Will Coutinho become a plaything? Matthijs de Ligt (19, Ajax Amsterdam, contract until 2022): The center-back is another example of how well Raiola understands his business. At least it is already noticeable how many top clubs the Ajax captain had been associated with for weeks and how Juve suddenly promised the desired huge salary. And the transfer fee? According to reports, the ideas are still quite far apart, but Juve's trump card is that PSG (official) and Barça (unofficially) have left the race. Italy's media expect an early agreement. Philippe Coutinho (27, FC Barcelona, ​​contract until 2023): He does not know it himself. That's what Coutinho just said at the Copa America. Will the € 145 million purchase remain with FC Barcelona? "Nobody knows about the future," said the Brazilian. He, too, will have heard that a possible whereabouts in Catalonia largely depends on Barça actually bringing Neymar back. Since Frenkie de Jong (75 million euros) is already there and Antoine Griezmann (120) is pretty sure to follow, the champion would somehow have to take some money. In the previous one-and-a-half Barça years, which Coutinho himself found "much worse than expected", record shopping was booed more often than cheered. He would probably go if a customer (PSG?) Finds. Dembelé would be expensive again - Real's demands on James Ousmane Dembelé (22, FC Barcelona, ​​contract until 2022): "A very good player", as Niko Kovac says . The Bayern coach wants as the Bayern bosses a new signing for the outer track, preferably Leroy Sané. Plan B with Dembelé is also being discussed at Säbener Strasse, but the Frenchman, whose abilities are especially valued by Karl-Heinz Rummenigge, seems to be very expensive, despite his failing to survive in Barcelona outside of the square; especially as Barça president Josep Maria Bartomeu says Dembelé is "better than Neymar" , and therefore wants to keep him. A change in which Borussia Dortmund would earn well probably depends as much on Neymar as on Coutinho. James (27, Real Madrid, contract until 2021): On paper, James is back for a few days players of Real Madrid, which can and should change from the perspective of the Madrilenes (as in Gareth Bale, see below) like. The Colombian, whom FC Bayern have let go despite purchase option, would take Carlo Ancelotti back under his wing, a move to SSC Naples moves closer to Spanish and Italian media reports. Real therefore continues to demand the 42 million euros, which the Munich had to pay. In Madrid, James had his best time under Ancelotti, followed by Zinedine Zidane. Whistles for Bale because he trains - does Eriksen have to stay? Gareth Bale (29, Real Madrid, contract until 2022): Some players are currently being condemned for lacking in training, the Welshman for taking part. At Real's training kick-off, Bale Pfiffe had to listen - the fans finally want to get rid of him. But Bale, who plays no role under Zidane, is supposedly isolated in the team and so often missing, is still there; When the Real team headed for Canada on Tuesday, he trotted lonely at the airport behind the teammates. But who fulfills the salary requirements of the former 101-million-euro man who wants to continue to play in Europe and excludes a China change? Hot tracks are currently missing. Not excluded that Bale remains simple - he earned in Madrid allegedly around 650,000 euros per week. And otherwise? Also, the strikers Mauro Icardi (26, Inter Milan, contract until 2021) and Romelu Lukaku (26, Manchester United, contract until 2022) are on the market, midfield strategist Christian Eriksen (27, Tottenham, contract until 2020) is open looking for a new adventure , Icardi is associated with Naples and - of course - Juventus, Lukaku should take Icardis place at Inter. For Eriksen, months ago as a real and Juve candidate in conversation, according to English media is still no offer at the Spurs arrived. He certainly did not help that after him also Pogba made his change request public. Continue on https://www.kicker.de/753032/artikel/dominoeffekt-auf-welche-transfers-europa-wartet

Westbrook and James Harden meet again in the Rockets As announced by ESPN journalist Adrian Wojnarowski, Thunder and Rockets have reached an agreement to exchange bases Russell Westbrook and Chris Paul. Ace This content has a video that is not available in your geographic area New pump of the market in the NBA. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, the Thunder have agreed to send Russell Westbrook to the Rockets in exchange for Chris Paul , two first-round elections (2024 and 2026) and two protected rounds (2021 and 2025). The Rockets continue on their way to gather great stars to the talent of James Harde in search of the coveted NBA championship ring . The Thunder, meanwhile, continue with the road map that is leading to a rebuilding of the franchise after the departure of Paul George to the Clippers to accompany Kawhi Leonard. We must remember that Westbrook and Harden were already partners in a Thunder, which also had Kevin Durant and Serge Ibaka. Continue on https://as.com/baloncesto/2019/07/12/nba/1562893684_946440.html?m1=cG9ydGFkYV9wb3J0YWRh&m2=QUNUVUFMSURBRA%3D%3D&m3=MQ%3D%3D&m4=dmlkZW8%3D&m5=MTg%3D

Barcelona transfer news LIVE: £235k done deal, Antoine Griezmann announcement, Neymar plan BARCELONA transfer news and gossip is coming thick and fast. Express Sport is on hand to bring you all the latest from the Nou Camp. By JAMIE ANDERSON/Express.co.uk/Getty Images Friday, July 12 Barcelona have signed one of England's brightest talents in Louie Barry West Brom will receive £235,000k in compensation after the striker’s Not Camp arrival Barcelona plan to announce the signing of Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann on Friday Barcelona chief Josep Maria Bartomeu has hatched a plan to sign Neymar Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd £160m move, Liverpool deal announced Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd agreement expected, Zaha to Arsenal clue Virgil van Dijk enquiry Barcelona launched an enquiry to sign Virgil van Dijk - but were given ‘short shrift’ by the Dutchman’s agent. That’s according to Mirror journalist John Cross. "Do not expect it to happen for a moment, but Barcelona made enquiries about whether Virgil van Dijk could be tempted to leave Liverpool," he writes. "They were quickly given short shrift by the Dutch defender’s representatives. They did not bother taking it further." Neymar to Real Madrid Real Madrid aren’t interested in signing Neymar, reports claim. Yesterday, Spanish newspaper Sport claimed that Real president Florentino Perez has initiated talks with PSG. But Diario AS don’t agree. They report that Real Madrid will 'forget about signing Neymar' and manager Zinedine Zidane prefers his PSG team-mate Kylian Mbappe. Antoine Griezmann fee paid Barcelona have triggered Antoine Griezmann’s release clause. That’s according to French Newspaper L’Equipe, who are reporting that Barcelona have paid his £107million buyout clause. It’s said the money will be ‘credited to the accounts of Atletico Madrid’ on Friday before Griezmann arrives in Barcelona. The French international will then sign a five-year deal before undergoing a medical on Monday to join forces with Lionel Messi and Co. at the Nou Camp. No presentation for Antoine Griezmann? Barcelona have opted against unveiling Antoine Griezmann at Nou Camp. That’s according to Spanish newspaper Marca, who say Barcelona chiefs fear the French international will be jeered by supporters. It’s said the Catalan giants have deliberately scheduled his presentation to coincide with the relaying of the Nou Camp pitch next month. Barcelona legend Carles Puyol doesn’t agree. "First he has to come and if he comes, the fans will be with him like they are with all Barcelona players, but first he has to come," Puyol insisted.” Barcelona transfer news LIVE: Express Sport brings you the latest updates coming out of the Nou Camp Philippe Coutinho back to Liverpool? Liverpool are interested in re-signing Philippe Coutinho from Barcelona. Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo say the Reds could save Coutinho from his Nou Camp nightmare. The playmaker has failed to impress since quitting Liverpool for Barcelona. Coutinho’s preference is said to be a return to England this summer, however, PSG are also keen. Barcelona transfer news LIVE: Express Sport brings you the latest updates coming out of the Nou Camp Done Deal - Barry signs Barcelona have beaten Paris Saint-Germain to the signing of one of England's brightest talents in 16-year-old striker Louie Barry from West Brom. Barry underwent a medical with French Ligue 1 champions PSG before Barcelona stepped in at the last minute and convinced him to join the ranks at La Masia. Barry, who turned 16 last month, signed a three-year deal with Barcelona until 2022 and will play for their Under-19 team while West Brom will receive £235,000k in compensation. "(Barry) is an international with the English Under-16 team, for whom he has played nine games and scored seven goals. Next season he will be part of Barca's Under-19 squad," Barcelona said in a statement. Antoine Griezmann announcement Barcelona plan to announce the signing of Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann on Friday. That’s according to Spanish newspaper Mundo Deportivo, who claim Barcelona want the deal wrapped up before the weekend. The report says neither Atletico or Barcelona will have representatives present at La Liga's headquarters - only a lawyer acting on Griezmann’s behalf. The 28-year-old will fly to Catalunya shortly before signing a five-year deal and undergoing his medical on Monday. Neymar orders Barcelona chief Josep Maria Bartomeu has hatched a plan to sign Neymar. According to Catalan newspaper Sport, Bartomeu has ordered Barcelona to wait it out while Neymar and PSG continue to feud. This, it is claimed, is because the Nou Camp president feels it would strengthen the club’s hand in negotiations. Neymar has gone AWOL from PSG training such is his desire to leave. And the report claims there are fears at the Parc des Princes they may have to settle for a lower fee than they initially wanted. Arturo Vidal staying Arturo Vidal has confirmed that he’ll be staying at Barcelona. The Chilean midfielder has been linked with a lucrative move to China, while Inter Milan have also been tipped to challenge for his signature. But Vidal isn’t interested. “Now I am only thinking about my holidays, but my future is in Barcelona, I have two years left on my contract with the club,” he told Mundo Deportivo. Everton talks underway Everton have entered talks with Barcelona to sign winger Malcom. The Toffees want to bolster their attacking options and hope to use their good relationship with the Catalan giants to bring Malcom to Goodison Park. The Blues are said to be preparing a £31million bid for the Brazilian - but contrasting sources say a loan deal is on the table. Now, Rafael Hernandez, a prominent Barcelona supporter with a close access to the club, tweeted: “Everton talking with Barcelona, the English club wants to sign Malcom.” Harvey Elliott watches Fulham teenager Harvey Elliott watched Liverpool’s first pre-season fixture from the stands on Thursday night. The Champions League winners thrashed Merseyside neighbours Tranmere 6-0 with an plenty of young players taking their opportunity to impress Jurgen Klopp. And Elliott could soon be doing the same. The youngest player in Premier League history is set to join Liverpool from Fulham, who will receive a significant compensation package. Goal claim Elliott will join in the coming days but will not be eligible to sign a professional contract until his 17th birthday in April 2020. Continue on https://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/1152248/Barcelona-Transfer-News-Antoine-Griezmann-Neymar-Medical-Lionel-Messi-Gossip-Latest

Rafa vs. Roger: The best reunion for eleven years At Wimbledon, the men's finalists will be determined on Friday. The focus is on the tennis classic between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. The duel did not exist in the grass tournament actually for eleven years. The semi-final between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal electrifies Wimbledon. After the first round of semi-finals on Friday (14.00) between the Serbian defending champion Novak Djokovic and the Spanish surprise semi-finalist Roberto Bautista Agut, the two tennis stars will enter the Center Court. It means a lot to me and probably also to him. RAFAEL NADAL For the first time since 2008, the Swiss Federer and Spaniard Nadal face each other again at the grass tournament in southwest London. "It's a unique situation, it's exciting to have this opportunity again," said 33-year-old Nadal. "It means a lot to me and probably also to him." Eleven years ago, the left-hander had the upper hand in the last Wimbledon clash in the fifth set with 9: 7 prevail. Five weeks ago, the world number two won the semi-finals of the French Open in Paris sovereign in three sets. "Playing on grass or on sand is probably the biggest change in tennis," Nadal said. Before the match in Paris, the world ranking third Federer had prevailed six times in succession. Overall, the Wimbledon semi-final is now the 40th duel of the two tennis greats. Rafa can hurt anyone on any surface. He is not just a clay court specialist. ROGER FEDERER The Mallorquin leads in direct comparison with 25:14. Lawn, however, is considered Federer's special coating, having already triumphed on London's Church Road eight times. "It's going to be difficult," said the 37-year-old. "Rafa can hurt anyone on any surface, he's not just a clay court specialist." Continue on https://www.kicker.de/753166/artikel/rafa-vs-roger_das-beste-wiedersehen-seit-elf-jahren

Novak plays semifinals tomorrow, here's the term AUTHOR: BETA Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic plays on Friday in the semifinals of that tournament in London against Spaniard Robert Bautista Agut. Novak plays semifinals tomorrow, here's the term Photo: Beta / AP Photo / Kirsty Wigglesworth Wimbledon - Here's where Novak plays Novak after a new win for a hat, a great Hurricane and charismatic Bagdatis The duo of the first and 22nd world tennis player starts on Friday at 2pm on the Central Field. It will be their 11th match, and Djokovic has won seven victories. However, the last two doubles, both these years, were Bautista Agut, the Miami Master and the Doha Tournament. Djokovic on Wimbledon plays for the fifth trophy, and Bautista Agut plays for the first time in the semi-finals of some Grand Slam tournament. " I will try to take advantage of my experience in such matches and tactically prepare myself. I hope that I will do everything I can ," Djokovic said. After Djokovic and Bautista Agut, eight-time champion Roger Federer and Spaniard Rafael Nadal, who won twice in Wimbledon, are on the court. It will be their 40th duel, and Nadal leads from 25-14. Federer and Nadal will play tomorrow's 14th match on the grand slam tournaments, of which the Spaniard has won 10 wins. Continue on https://www.sportske.net/vest/tenis/novak-sutra-igra-polufinale-evo-u-kom-terminu-381660.html