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Sydney Morning Herald
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
De Minaur breezes into third round at Wimbledon after losing first set
He lost just four of 30 points at the net, with his trusty down-the-line backhand enabling him to not only gain a foothold in the rallies, but also move into the court repeatedly. Cazaux played at a high level in patches, but was unable to maintain it when de Minaur went up a notch, most critically in the match-defining ninth game of the third set. The 22-year-old Frenchman recovered well from a lopsided second set, where the Australian star largely steamrolled him, to lead 4-3 in the third and threaten to mount a major challenge. A tense struggle ensued on Cazaux's next service game, with de Minaur coming out on top in a captivating rally despite his French foe's wonderful defence to bring up a break point, only for Cazaux to send down an ace and temporarily stave off the danger. Cazaux failed to convert his own game point soon after, then collapsed on consecutive points that effectively decided the contest. He dumped a straightforward forehand volley into the net to face another break point, then double-faulted at the worst time – missing by about a metre – to gift de Minaur the chance to serve out the third set. Australia's No.1 was locked in by that stage, and drilled an inside-out forehand winner to charge two-sets-to-one ahead. By then, de Minaur had already absorbed Cazaux's best punch, and breezed to the finish line without conceding another game. For all his waywardness in the opening set, de Minaur should be satisfied that his tennis is moving in the right direction after an underwhelming period where he admitted he struggled with mental fatigue and had to shift his focus from being so rankings-obsessed. The 26-year-old awaits the winner between 21st-seeded Czech Tomas Machac – whom de Minaur beat in three sets at the Monte-Carlo Masters on clay in April – and Danish qualifier August Holmgren, who is contesting his maiden grand slam at age 27. Loading Three more Australians will try to join de Minaur and Jordan Thompson on Thursday in the round of 32 at the grasscourt major. Rinky Hijikata takes on 10th-seeded American Ben Shelton, while Aleks Vukic will step onto Wimbledon's fabled centre court to face world No.1 Jannik Sinner. Daria Kasatkina, the No.16 seed in the women's draw, rounds out the Australian contingent on court three against Irina-Camelia Begu.
The Age
15 hours ago
- Sport
- The Age
De Minaur breezes into third round at Wimbledon after losing first set
He lost just four of 30 points at the net, with his trusty down-the-line backhand enabling him to not only gain a foothold in the rallies, but also move into the court repeatedly. Cazaux played at a high level in patches, but was unable to maintain it when de Minaur went up a notch, most critically in the match-defining ninth game of the third set. The 22-year-old Frenchman recovered well from a lopsided second set, where the Australian star largely steamrolled him, to lead 4-3 in the third and threaten to mount a major challenge. A tense struggle ensued on Cazaux's next service game, with de Minaur coming out on top in a captivating rally despite his French foe's wonderful defence to bring up a break point, only for Cazaux to send down an ace and temporarily stave off the danger. Cazaux failed to convert his own game point soon after, then collapsed on consecutive points that effectively decided the contest. He dumped a straightforward forehand volley into the net to face another break point, then double-faulted at the worst time – missing by about a metre – to gift de Minaur the chance to serve out the third set. Australia's No.1 was locked in by that stage, and drilled an inside-out forehand winner to charge two-sets-to-one ahead. By then, de Minaur had already absorbed Cazaux's best punch, and breezed to the finish line without conceding another game. For all his waywardness in the opening set, de Minaur should be satisfied that his tennis is moving in the right direction after an underwhelming period where he admitted he struggled with mental fatigue and had to shift his focus from being so rankings-obsessed. The 26-year-old awaits the winner between 21st-seeded Czech Tomas Machac – whom de Minaur beat in three sets at the Monte-Carlo Masters on clay in April – and Danish qualifier August Holmgren, who is contesting his maiden grand slam at age 27. Loading Three more Australians will try to join de Minaur and Jordan Thompson on Thursday in the round of 32 at the grasscourt major. Rinky Hijikata takes on 10th-seeded American Ben Shelton, while Aleks Vukic will step onto Wimbledon's fabled centre court to face world No.1 Jannik Sinner. Daria Kasatkina, the No.16 seed in the women's draw, rounds out the Australian contingent on court three against Irina-Camelia Begu.
Scottish Sun
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Lando Norris's girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looks concerned watching Spanish Grand Prix after confirming relationship
PAIN IN SPAIN Lando Norris's girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looks concerned watching Spanish Grand Prix after confirming relationship LANDO NORRIS' girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looked concerned as she watched the McLaren star in action at the Spanish Grand Prix. Norris, 25, was first linked with the Portuguese model in 2023. Advertisement 6 Margarida Corceiro looked concerned during today's race Credit: Formula 1 6 Margarida, 25, was in Barcelona supporting her man Credit: Getty 6 Lando Norris finished as runner-up in today's Grand Prix Credit: PA They were spotted together at tennis' Monte-Carlo Masters the following year, but were then understood to have split last August. Their relationship appears to be back on, with Margarida having cheered Norris on in Monaco last week. The 22-year-old was back in the paddock once again this weekend, watching her man from the McLaren garage. As Norris trailed team-mate Oscar Piastri in Barcelona, live TV footage showed Margarida looking concerned. Advertisement The Bristol-born F1 star went into this weekend trailing his Aussie colleague by just three points. But a runner-up finish to Piastri this week has seen Norris' deficit increase back to 10. Speaking after the race, Norris took his defeat with grace. He said: "Oscar drove a very good race today. I didn't quite have the pace to match him but we gave it our best shot. Advertisement BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 6 Margarida was in Monaco supporting Norris last week Credit: Splash 6 The couple have previously been spotted together at the tennis Credit: Sky Sports "It was a good fun race and to finish one-two is even better!" Advertisement Margarida previously dated footballer Joao Felix between 2019 and 2023. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris open up on F1 rivalry after controversial clashes The pair reportedly got together when she was 17 and he was 20. Norris, meanwhile, dated Margarida's fellow Portuguese model Luisinha Oliveira. The former couple announced their split in September 2022. Advertisement
The Irish Sun
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Lando Norris's girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looks concerned watching Spanish Grand Prix after confirming relationship
LANDO NORRIS' girlfriend Margarida Corceiro looked concerned as she watched the McLaren star in action at the Spanish Grand Prix. Advertisement 6 Margarida Corceiro looked concerned during today's race Credit: Formula 1 6 Margarida, 25, was in Barcelona supporting her man Credit: Getty 6 Lando Norris finished as runner-up in today's Grand Prix Credit: PA They were spotted together at tennis' Monte-Carlo Masters the following year, but were then understood to have split last August. Their relationship appears to be back on, with Margarida having The 22-year-old was back in the paddock once again this weekend, watching her man from the McLaren garage. As Norris trailed team-mate Oscar Piastri in Barcelona, live TV footage showed Margarida looking concerned. Advertisement READ MORE IN SPORT The Bristol-born F1 star went into this weekend trailing his Aussie colleague by just three points. But a runner-up finish to Piastri this week has seen Norris' deficit increase back to 10. Speaking after the race, Norris took his defeat with grace. He said: "Oscar drove a very good race today. I didn't quite have the pace to match him but we gave it our best shot. Advertisement Most read in Motorsport BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 6 Margarida was in Monaco supporting Norris last week Credit: Splash 6 The couple have previously been spotted together at the tennis Credit: Sky Sports "It was a good fun race and to finish one-two is even better!" Advertisement Margarida previously dated footballer Joao Felix between 2019 and 2023. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris open up on F1 rivalry after controversial clashes The pair reportedly got together when she was 17 and he was 20. Norris, meanwhile, dated Margarida's fellow Portuguese model Luisinha Oliveira. The former couple Advertisement 6 Margarida works as a model and has a huge following Credit: Instagram / @magui_corceiro
Gulf Today
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Lando Norris 'rekindles' romance with Portuguese star Margarida Corceiro
McLaren F1 driver Lando Norris has seemingly rekindled his romance with Portuguese model and actor Margarida Corceiro, who was spotted cheering him on during Saturday's Monaco Grand Prix qualifying race. The British motorsports racing driver, 25, and Corceiro, 22, initially sparked relationship rumours last year as the pair were seen attending various public events together, including the 2024 Monte-Carlo Masters. Shortly after, reports emerged that the pair had gone their separate ways. Norris later confirmed he was single when asked if he wanted a dog ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. 'If I do, I need a girlfriend, and I don't have one,' he told the crowd. A source told The Sun at the time that 'Lando and Margarida had a fun time together and hung out a lot' but 'it wasn't working out so they cooled off. He's free and single.' However, the two appear to have reunited as Corceiro was seen standing with Norris's family, excitedly watching as he secured pole position ahead of Sunday's official race. Norris's rumoured relationship with Corceiro comes years after he broke up with Portuguese model Luisinha Oliveira, whom he dated from 2021 to 2022. At the time, he announced their breakup in a since-deleted Instagram post, writing: 'After time and consideration, Luisa and myself have mutually decided to end our romantic relationship but remain good friends. 'I wish her the world and have so much respect for her and all she does as such an amazing and strong woman with nothing but kindness.' Corceiro, meanwhile, previously dated Portuguese football star João Félix from 2019 to 2023. During Sunday's race, Norris successfully held off home favourite Charles Leclerc in the closing stages to clinch his first-ever Monaco Grand Prix victory. 'It's been a long time coming, so I feel good,' he said of the win. 'I don't think you realise how good this feels after quite a few struggles over the last couple of months. Especially here in Monaco, it's a beautiful place and probably the hardest track to do it up against the hometown hero as well. 'I'm very proud of the whole team — we've worked a lot this week, and over the last few months, to get to a day like today,' Norris added. The Independent
