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'Never Met A Guy Who Sees The Game This Way': Rune Expresses Gratitude To 'Wise Man' Agassi
'Never Met A Guy Who Sees The Game This Way': Rune Expresses Gratitude To 'Wise Man' Agassi

News18

time2 days ago

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  • News18

'Never Met A Guy Who Sees The Game This Way': Rune Expresses Gratitude To 'Wise Man' Agassi

Last Updated: The 22-year-old briefly trained with Andre Agassi, after he had reached out to the legend to help hone his skills in the lead-up to the final Major of the year, the US Open. Danish tennis star Holger Rune trained with American legend Andre Agassi for a three-day block ahead of the DC Open in Washington. The 22-year-old expressed his gratitude to the eight-time Grand Slam winner, Agassi, after he had reached out to the legend to help hone his skills in the lead-up to the final Major of the year, the US Open. 'It was nice. We've been in touch for a while, and we did a couple of days together here in Washington, where he was helping me with a few things, giving his opinion," Rune opened up. 'It was really a big pleasure. He's a very, very wise man. I've never met a guy who sees the game this way," he added. World No.8 Rune revealed that the legend handed him pointers that could help boost the level of his game in a short time span. 'Obviously he had an amazing return himself and I also return well and he had a few tips there and how I can be slightly better there and then in general about the game." 'It was a really short period but definitely he gave me an insight of where he sees me in the future, where he sees me now and obviously there's a lot of things to improve." 'He helped me to get my focus and my eyes on the right things, together with my coach Lars Christensen. It was really cool to spend some days with him," the Dane added. 'I've watched a lot of him on YouTube and his style and the way of playing was amazing. His career speaks for itself," he continued. 'He's a great man, so I would definitely like that," said Rune when quizzed if he would like to team up with the American sometime again. ALSO READ| TNA Slammiversary 2025: AJ Styles Makes Return, Leon Slater Crowned X-Division Champion Rune, who clinched the Barcelona Open earlier in the year, is set to begin his DC Open quest with his match against Frenchman Alexandre Muller or a qualifier. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

DJ Carey belongs to a strange and depressing category: a sporting legend turned conman
DJ Carey belongs to a strange and depressing category: a sporting legend turned conman

Irish Times

time4 days ago

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  • Irish Times

DJ Carey belongs to a strange and depressing category: a sporting legend turned conman

If you grew up in Kilkenny , as I did, during the county's long years of hurling supremacy , DJ Carey was about as celebrated as it was possible for a mortal man to be celebrated. I was not myself a particularly avid hurling fan, at least not by the standards of the city I grew up in; my big sporting heroes – Andre Agassi, Boris Becker – were more remote figures, and you were significantly less likely to see them having lunch in Langton's on a given Sunday. But the fact that you might see DJ Carey having lunch did not diminish the sense of his greatness, any more than the divinity of the Greek gods was diminished by their descending from Olympus for the occasional carvery lunch among mortals. It was, in a strange way, when I left Kilkenny to go to university in Dublin that I really got a sense of the strength of the association between the county and its hurling team; no sooner would I mention that I was from the place than I would be thrust into a conversation about hurling, and typically petitioned on whether the county's dominance was 'bad for the game'. It might have been bad for the game, but it was certainly good for Kilkenny. To be from Kilkenny was to be proud – automatically, almost congenitally proud – of its supremacy in the sport of hurling. And at the very centre of that was DJ: a true magician of the game, one of the greatest to ever do it. No more. It's hard to think of a sporting legend whose reputation has fallen so low. There are, it is true, your dopers – Lance Armstrong , for instance, or the entire country of Russia. But such people are more straightforward villains, merely cheats, or suspected cheats. And there are certainly those who have been accused of more serious crimes than Carey: your McGregors, your Tysons, your Oscar Pistoriuses. But Carey's post-hurling career puts him in a strange and depressing category: a sporting legend turned conman. READ MORE In works in fiction and in film, the archetype of the conman often appears as a kind of amoral anti-hero, whose schemes and swindles are characterised by a kind of disreputable grandeur. It is with good reason that we speak of con artists; the successful confidence man (or woman) is engaged in an act of hybrid narrative creation: part author, part actor, part thief. The hero of Steven Spielberg's Catch Me If You Can is not Tom Hanks's dogged FBI agent Carl Hanratty, but rather Frank Abagnale jnr, the real-life con-artist played by the young Leonardo DiCaprio, whose ingenious swindles and daring escapes make the film so wildly entertaining. The most unsettling aspect of Patricia Highsmith 's Ripley novels is not the frequent brutal murders committed by her conman-protagonist Tom Ripley , but the queasy brilliance with which Highsmith forces the reader to admire the audacity and skill of his schemes, and even root for their success. But the reality is something different, sadder and more sordid. It's hard to imagine having even a perverse respect for a man who lied about having cancer in order to extract sympathy, and large amounts of cash, from wealthy victims. (This week, he pleaded guilty to 10 of 21 charges of defrauding people.) The image of Carey that will likely endure is not any of his countless inspired and exhilarating moments on the pitch, but the fake hospital selfie he sent to one of the moneyed marks he was attempting to fleece: lying in bed, looking thoroughly wretched, and with a smartphone charge cord up his nose, secured in place by a plaster. [ How DJ Carey went from superstar hurler to serial fraudster in spectacular downfall Opens in new window ] This, unbelievably, was one of the greatest Irish sportsmen of all time – not to mention one of the great Kilkennymen. There are wider questions to be asked about all this, of course. It's worth considering, in particular, why so many people were willing to give a renowned and beloved sportsman the benefit of the doubt, despite not knowing him well – a question that seems, at first, to contain its own answer, and then, when you think about it, suddenly not to. It's worth asking, too, about the extraordinary special treatment Carey received from AIB, who all but wrote off his debts of €9.5m . And there is surely a deeper story to be told here – psychological, personal – whose grim complexities will likely come to light over time. Thinking about DJ and his strange disgrace led me to YouTube, and to a compilation of his greatest moments as a player. There's a moment from a game in the early 1990s, when Carey scores an elegant point against Cork, and the camera lingers a moment on a group of young boys in the front row of the stand, bouncing and grinning at the thrill of what they're witnessing. Something drew me back: I replayed the clip and paused on the boys. With an uncanny jolt, I recognised one of them as the younger brother of a childhood friend, captured unaware in a moment of joy, his face glowing in the reflected light of an ephemeral magic. It was a beautiful thing, that magic, and it's strange and sad to think what became of it.

Matthew McConaughey Goes Viral After His Wimbledon Gesture To The Prince And Princess Of Wales
Matthew McConaughey Goes Viral After His Wimbledon Gesture To The Prince And Princess Of Wales

Yahoo

time14-07-2025

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  • Yahoo

Matthew McConaughey Goes Viral After His Wimbledon Gesture To The Prince And Princess Of Wales

is earning royal praise, quite literally, after a sweet and respectful gesture toward the Prince and Princess of Wales at this year's Wimbledon final went viral. The "Dallas Buyers Club" star was spotted in the star-studded Royal Box on Sunday as he watched Jannik Sinner defeat Carlos Alcaraz for the championship title. But it wasn't just the match that caught the internet's attention. It was Matthew McConaughey's old-school manners that stole the show. Matthew McConaughey standing to applaud the Prince & Princess of Wales. What a lovely southern gentleman. — Sarah Delore (@sarah_delore) July 13, 2025 In now-viral footage shared on X (formerly Twitter), the "How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days" star was seen rising from his seat in the royal box as and arrived. Though not obligated by royal protocol, as Americans aren't required to bow or curtsy, Matthew McConaughey chose to stand in a show of respect, quietly honoring their presence. The internet was quick to take notice. "Matthew McConaughey standing to applaud the Prince & Princess of Wales. What a lovely southern gentleman," one user wrote. Others chimed in with praise like, "Real class," 'He's a gentleman,' and 'Matthew was raised right. Always something I have always admired.' The "We Are Marshall" actor attended the match alongside his wife, , and was seen greeting fellow VIPs, including tennis legend Andre Agassi, with his signature warmth and ease. A special gift from the new #Wimbledon Champion to Their Royal Highnesses Prince George and Princess Charlotte 😁 — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 13, 2025 The final day of Wimbledon wasn't just star-studded, it was royally charming. In a delightful surprise, Prince George and Princess Charlotte joined their parents, Prince William and Kate Middleton, at Centre Court to watch the men's singles final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. The family of four made quite the coordinated entrance, all donning shades of blue for the special occasion. Prince George, who turns 12 later this month, matched his father in a dapper navy suit and tie, while Princess Charlotte looked picture-perfect in a soft blue summer dress and matching hair bow that complemented her mom's chic ensemble. Princess Kate, who also attended the women's final the day before, stunned in her own summery look as she returned for the tournament's grand finale. Prince George and Princess Charlotte mirroring each other and trying to process that Carlos didn't win is iconic ❤️ Prince William talking to Tennis Royalty Chris Evert 🎾 — The British Prince (@freedom_007__) July 13, 2025 Although the Royal Box is usually reserved for adult guests due to its limited 74-seat capacity, special exceptions are made for royal children, and Prince George and Princess Charlotte are no strangers to Wimbledon. Both have attended before, while their younger brother, Prince Louis, 7, has yet to make his debut. Also spotted in the crowd was King Felipe of Spain, in attendance to cheer on his countryman, Carlos Alcaraz Despite announcing her cancer was in remission earlier this year, Kate Middleton continues to gracefully navigate a delicate balance between public royal duties and private healing. In a heartfelt moment during her July 2 visit to Colchester Hospital, the Princess of Wales opened up about the emotional aftermath of cancer treatment, a phase she says has been more challenging than most realize. "You put on a sort of brave face, stoicism through treatment. Treatment's done, then it's like, 'I can crack on, get back to normal,'' she shared while speaking with staff and patients. 'But actually, the phase afterwards is really, really difficult." The 42-year-old royal, who revealed her diagnosis in March and shared news of her remission in June, has become a quiet source of strength and inspiration as she slowly returns to the spotlight. "You have to find your new normal and that takes time... and it's a rollercoaster, it's not smooth like you expect it to be,' she continued. 'But the reality is you go through hard times." Wimbledon has always been a hotspot for A-listers, and this year has been no different. Over the course of the tournament, celebrities like , , and have all made headlines with their appearances in the stands. But it was Matthew McConaughey's southern charm that truly stood out during the final. Amid a sea of glamorous outfits and Hollywood smiles, McConaughey reminded fans that real class is timeless.

Matthew McConaughey is praised as a 'southern gentleman' for his sweet gesture to the Prince and Princess of Wales at Wimbledon final
Matthew McConaughey is praised as a 'southern gentleman' for his sweet gesture to the Prince and Princess of Wales at Wimbledon final

Daily Mail​

time14-07-2025

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  • Daily Mail​

Matthew McConaughey is praised as a 'southern gentleman' for his sweet gesture to the Prince and Princess of Wales at Wimbledon final

Matthew McConaughey has been praised by Wimbledon fans for his sweet gesture to the Royal Family. The American actor, 55, was among the celebrities who watched on as Jannik Sinner beat Carlos Alcaraz to the Wimbledon title in the star-studded royal box on Sunday. And Matthew has now been praised as a 'lovely southern gentleman' after his touching tribute to the Prince and Princess of Wales. In footage shared of Kate and William's arrival into the box, Matthew could be seen in the background. Matthew was then seen standing up for the royals as they made their way to their seats, in a sign of respect. The gesture went down well with Wimbledon fans, with one sharing the clip and writing: 'Matthew McConaughey standing to applaud the Prince & Princess of Wales. What a lovely southern gentleman.' Matthew was joined by his wife Camila Alves, as he was spotted happily greeting fellow spectators in the Royal Box, including Andre Agassi. The How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days actor looked ageless as he wore a white suit for the big day. He was seated next to Paul Mescal and Andrew Scott for the games and was pictured greeting those around him on his arrival. Matthew and his wife were also seen at the Womens Singles Final at Centre Court on Saturday. The Dallas Buyers Club star and the Brazilian model, 42, kept a low profile for the rare outing together as they watched the , behind a set of sunglasses. For the outing Matthew swore a bright two-piece suit which he layered over a crisp white shirt and a green tie. Camila looked elegant for the event as she wore a pair of white flared trousers which she paired with an elegant jacket. In keeping with her ethereal look, she slipped her two-piece over a white top and a pair of heels. To accessorise, Camila wore a fashionable brown hat and myriad of elegant gold necklaces. Matthew and Camila, who married in 2012, share three kids Levi, 16, Vida, 15, and Livingston, 12. Last month Matthew and Emma Roberts ignored an A-list star seated between them at the Jacquemus fashion show. During Paris Men's Fashion Week on Sunday, they were deep in conversation while actress Gillian Anderson was sandwiched between them. Matthew was spotted leaning over Gillian to talk to Emma, who made a shocked expression as they seemingly talked about something funny. The encounter was seen in a TikTok clip posted by Jacquemus. Meanwhile, Gillian had a stoic expression with a slight grin on her face as she sat awkwardly between them. At one point, the Scream Queens star dramatically dropped her jaw in response to something Matthew told her. Emma channelled her inner ballerina as she modelled a tutu-inspired skirt at the runway show.

BBC risks learning the hard way that Andrew Castle and Co need a refresh
BBC risks learning the hard way that Andrew Castle and Co need a refresh

Telegraph

time14-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • Telegraph

BBC risks learning the hard way that Andrew Castle and Co need a refresh

The BBC had a solid fortnight at Wimbledon, with many of the strengths and weaknesses of its coverage the same as ever. Since Sue Barker was, incorrectly, moved on, Clare Balding has been the lead presenter, supported by Isa Guha, and the pundit roster of John McEnroe, Martina Navratilova, Billie Jean King, Pat Cash, Tracy Austin, Tim Henman and Annabel Croft is a line-up that is firmly settled indeed, and bordering on stuck in the mud. That said, the booking of Andre Agassi for the men's semi-final was a real coup. He was a breath of fresh air, charismatic and full of insights. The only downside was that he rather showed up some of the regulars. Andrew Castle didn't have a great tournament and has taken on the unfortunate status of the commentator that many watchers say they love to hate, and that can be a difficult position from which to escape, particularly if there's an A+ alternative like Andrew Cotter warming the bench. One particular exchange with Agassi during the Carlos Alcaraz-Taylor Fritz semi-final found Castle wittering on about the various celebrities in the Royal Box and pointing them out to his American guest. This column bows to nobody in its admiration of Dame Elaine Paige, whose dominance of elite musical theatre in the early eighties saw her put together a sustained run of excellence with Evita-Cats-Chess-Sunset Boulevard, the likes of which we may never see again. But she was, unsurprisingly, not a figure of interest for Agassi. On and on Castle went, past the woman who had a top-10 hit with the haunting Memory from Cats, past Benedict Cumberbatch and Sachin Tendulkar, eventually offering up for Andre's consideration the wretched personage of Sir Nick Clegg, at whose mention the Las Vegas native had finally had enough. Castle: 'That was Nick Clegg, our former deputy prime minister.' Agassi: 'People watching are watching for tennis, not for this.' Can we keep him? For the final itself, McEnroe had his US commentary duties, so it was Henman and Castle with Todd Woodbridge. Henman and Woodbridge are perfectly acceptable co-commentators but not going to race the pulse. One wonders if Castle has been instructed to give a 'this is a national occasion not just a sports match' general interest feel to the commentary because there was again a lot of stuff about the celebs on show, the vibe around Wimbledon and all that. With such an exciting match-up, you'd have hoped the sport could speak for itself. Another tennis star who has given the BBC coverage something different in recent years is Nick Kyrgios, but he had not been hired by the Beeb this time and instead had been snapped up by TNT Sports, which showed both finals live. Obviously the viewing figures will be a tiny fraction of the free-to-air BBC but, as Des Lynam wrote in these pages recently, rival broadcasters are circling for tennis and you wouldn't bet on the crown jewel being screwed down in the BBC display case forever if Wimbledon rights went on the open market. That's tomorrow's problem, but over on TNT Sports on Sunday, an experiment: 'Wimbledon Watchalong'. A nice idea, and fortunately not a clone of the Jeff Stelling Soccer Saturday format where you don't get to see the action but instead have it erratically relayed to you by Paul Merson. In fact, the pictures of the Centre Court action were as on the BBC, with commentary from Alastair Eykyn but, innovatively, a studio panel of Dan Evans, Kyrgios and CoCo Vandeweghe chipping in with observations. Some were very illuminating, such as Evans explaining about how Alcaraz was varying where he stood to receive the second serve. Some were enjoyably revealing, such as Kyrgios saying: 'When I used the underarm serve it is disrespectful to the game but when anyone else does it they are a genius'. Others were just left-field, such as the Aussie issuing a come-and-get me plea to Anne Hathaway: 'I'd love to invite her [to sit in my player's box]. She's my celebrity crush.' Vandeweghe's advice? 'Shoot your shot.' Overall, the format worked, not least because it was helmed with humour and grace by Craig Doyle, who managed to get the best out of the unpredictable Kyrgios. Bit different, would watch again. The BBC's coverage, by contrast, is due a refresh.

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