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Tennis: ATP, WTA organisers introduce tactical timeout for mixed doubles event

Tennis: ATP, WTA organisers introduce tactical timeout for mixed doubles event

ATP and WTA organisers have announced the introduction of tactical timeout to be allowed in mixed-doubles matches, Afrosport reports. United Cup tournament director Stephen Farrow on Friday said that the rule, the first of its kind in tennis, will be used at the season-opening United Cup in Australia. According to the organisers, the new rule will allow a captain or player to call a 60-second timeout...

‘People have the right to disagree’ – Nadal on FIFA’s LGBT rules

Nadal uncertain about 2023 season

Rafael Nadal has downplayed any expectations heading into the 2023 season. The 22-time Grand Slam champion is unsure of his performance in the upcoming tennis season but assured fans he would prepare in the best way possible. Nadal, recently named the 2022 Esquire Man of the Year for the talent, commitment, and values he displayed over the past 12 months, revealed his doubts surrounding the new...