Murray’s career ends with Olympic doubles defeat

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1 month ago

August 2, 2024

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British tennis icon Andy Murray bowed out of professional tennis as his illustrious career ended with a straight-set defeat in the Olympic men’s doubles quarter-finals.

Murray, the two-time Olympic singles champion, and Dan Evans lost 6-2 6-4 to American third seeds Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul.

Murray, 37, confirmed before the Paris Games that it would be his final event before retiring from the sport.

“I’m proud of my career, my achievements and what I put into the sport,” said former world number one Murray, who won the 2012 US Open and Wimbledon titles in 2013 and 2016.

After a long hug with Evans at the baseline, Murray was visibly emotional at the noise created by the fans at Roland Garros chanting his name in appreciation.

Evans gently encouraged his team-mate to go into the centre of the court for one final time and Murray waved to all sides before disappearing to the locker room.

Speaking shortly afterwards, Murray said he was “ready” for retirement.

“Obviously it was emotional because it’s the last time I will play a competitive match,” he said.

“But I am genuinely happy just now. I’m happy with how it finished.

“I’m glad I got to go out here at the Olympics and finish on my terms because at times in the last few years that wasn’t a certainty.”

Murray, who turned professional in 2005 as a teenager, played 1,001 singles matches in his career and many more in doubles.

He won 46 ATP titles and also led Britain to Davis Cup victory in 2015.

(BBC News)

Ranil, Sajith, Anura debate tonight at 10 pm

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3 hours ago

September 9, 2024

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The topical political dialogue discussing the future of Sri Lanka’s economy will be broadcasted on Rupavahini at 10 pm onwards through the ‘Karata Kara’ current affairs discussion programme.

Cabinet Spokesman, Minister, Dr. Bandula Gunawardhana will participate on behalf of the Independent Presidential candidate, President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Eran Wickremeratne MP on behalf of Sajith Premadasa, the Presidential candidate of Samagi Jana Balawegaya, Prof.Anil Jayantha on behalf of the National People’s Power presidential candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayake and MP Gamini Waleboda for Dilith Jayaweera, Presidential Candidate of Sarvajana Balaya will take part.

Debates, views and opinions will be presented regarding the national economic programme that will build the country and the moderator for the discussion will be journalist Chamara Wijayawickrama.

(Daily News)

(This story, originally published by Daily News has not been edited by SLM staff)

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Thalatha backs Ranil for stabilizing the economy

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3 hours ago

September 9, 2024

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Former Minister Thalatha Athukorala has announced her support for President Ranil Wickremesinghe in the upcoming Presidential Election.

Speaking at the “Puluwan Sri Lanka” rally in Welimada, Athukorala highlighted Wickremesinghe’s role in stabilizing the economy after the crisis following President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s departure.

She praised Wickremesinghe for making tough decisions that helped the country recover, emphasizing her careful consideration in backing him over Sajith Premadasa.

Athukorala described this as a significant moment in her political career.

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Principal arrested in Mullaitivu for photographing postal ballot

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20 hours ago

September 8, 2024

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A principal has been arrested in Mullaitivu after allegedly photographing a postal ballot paper after casting his vote.

The incident occurred on Friday at the voting center located within the Mullaitivu Zonal Education Office.

According to reports, the principal, who was serving as an assistant returning officer, cast his vote on the ballot paper and then took a photograph of it. This was noticed by another officer at the location, who promptly filed a complaint.

The principal was taken into custody yesterday evening. The 55-year-old suspect, a resident of Puthukkudiyiruppu, has since been released on bail.