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South Wales Argus
4 days ago
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
Crowd deserves credit for my comeback victory, says teen
The 17-year-old was down a set and 5-3 to Kawa but battled back to record a richly deserved 4-6 7-5 6-2 victory after two hours and 24 minutes to continue her fine form on grass after previously dispatching top seed Alycia Parks on Monday. Xu was one of three British representatives in the second round and the only one to progress after Jodie Burrage and Heather Watson's exits and she profusely thanked attendees at Birmingham for their support in helping her turn the tables on Kawa. 'At the start she [Kawa] was playing well and I was missing a bit too much but I knew there wasn't much in it going into the second set,' reflected a triumphant Xu. 'When I was 5-3 down I thought 'just enjoy every moment you can, play and just be free' and I managed to turn the match around. 'This is the earliest I've ever been on the grass. I've probably had the most time on the grass out of everyone and I'm going to use that to my advantage. I'm going to play my game and I've been training great and I've shown that I can compete as well. 'It has been amazing. This club is so beautiful and the people here got me through when I was 5-3 down. There was a massive roar for every point I won and that kept my energy up.' The teenager's next opponent is France's Jessika Ponchet, who dispatched Watson 6-4 5-7 7-5, to reach the last eight. After taking a tight second set, Watson seemed set to complete her own turnaround after racking up three match points in the second set. But she was unable to convert her advantage, with Ponchet breaking at 5-5 before clinching the contest after over two and a half hours of play. A similar fate befell Burrage, who was unable to find a way past Linda Fruhvirtova after recording her late 6-3 6-4 victory over Croatia's Jana Fett yesterday. Burrage – who missed all of last year's grass court season through injury – defeated Fett 6-3 6-4 but was unable to continue her momentum against Fruhvirtova, losing out to the Czech 6-0 6-4. Elsewhere, there was British success in the women's doubles as Alicia Barrett, partnered with France's Elixane Lechemia, progressed to the semifinals following victory against Swiss Viktorija Golubic and Belgian Greet Minnen 6-3 6-4. But it wasn't to be in the men's doubles as the wildcard pairing of Jack Pinnington Jones and Lui Maxted exited in the last eight after defeat to France's Sadio Doumbia and Brazilian Marcelo Demoliner 6-3 6-3.
IOL News
15-05-2025
- IOL News
Moses Gqesha sentenced to eight life terms for the brutal rape of businesswoman Andy Kawa
Justice served: Moses Gqesha receives eight life sentences for raping entrepreneur Andy Kawa. Image: File Moses Gqesha has been sentenced to eight life terms and 34 years for 12 counts including robbery, assault, theft and rape of Gauteng businesswoman Andy Kawa. The sentence was handed down by the Eastern Cape High Court on Thursday. Gqesha attacked and raped Kawa in a terrifying night for nearly 15 hours near Kings Beach in December 2010 before she escaped in the morning. In an emotional moment, Kawa's daughter confronted the convicted rapist in the court. "This is absolutely unacceptable, you can't even look at me. You don't even have the courage to look at me, you're staring at the newspaper it is completely disgusting and unacceptable," she said. After the ordeal, Kawa became a gender-based violence (GBV) advocate and author. She described the life-changing experience in a memoir. Kwanele, enough! My Battle with the SAPS to get Justice for Women. The entrepreneur claimed the police did not do enough to find her that night, nor did they swiftly acquire physical evidence, question prospective suspects and witnesses, or investigate video footage, among other things. Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ In 2018, she recounted memories from the night of the attack. She said that while immersing her feet in the ocean and texting a friend, she looked up and spotted a man who instantly made her feel uneasy. "The eyes, there was something about his eyes that caught my attention. He had very angry eyes," she said. "He grabbed me from the back and gave me a few punches, he told me not to shout, or he would kill me." Kawa attempted to flee, but her attacker tied her down with a knife to her throat and threatened to murder her. IOL News
What's On
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
10 creative cocktails to sip around Dubai this World Cocktail Day
A cocktail with layers, just like the famous Russian doll it's named after. This fiery blend of El Jimador Reposado tequila, absinthe, pineapple, passion fruit, habanero, and agave brings tropical sweetness, herbal notes, a little heat, and plenty of punch. Bold but balanced, and seriously fun to sip. Where: Raspoutine, DIFC Price: Dhs80 Say hello to your new favourite aperitif. This inventive cocktail celebrates Mediterranean tradition with Moscatel wine, pisco, honey, and lemon juice, but the real kicker? A generous dusting of freshly grated Parmesan Reggiano on top. Sweet, floral, sharp and just the right amount of salty, it's a flavour pairing that just works. Where: Kira Restaurant, Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab Price: Dhs85 Looking for something elegant with a twist? This peach and rosemary-infused drink blends St-Germain elderflower liqueur, Paragon white Penja pepper cordial, elderflower tonic and fresh lemon juice, all served in a beautiful glass that's as much a treat for the eyes as it is for the palate. Where: Bar Du Port, Dubai Harbour Price: Dhs110 A cocktail with quiet power. Kawa stirs smoky matcha with bright yuzu, orange, and fresh lime, landing somewhere between earthy, tangy, and just sweet enough. A nod to modern Asian flavours, it's layered, balanced, and seriously easy to get lost in. Where: CE LA VI Bright, bittersweet, and dressed with a little sparkle, The 50 Special stirs Aperol with house-made orange and rosemary cordial, fresh strawberry, and a splash of Prosecco. Served in a bespoke ceramic Vespa glass, it's a nod to Italian craft with a playful twist. Where: Signor Sassi, St. Regis Gardens. Price: Dhs90 Alma Bar puts a bold spin on the Old Fashioned with this mix of rich spices and date-infused warmth, echoing the heritage of Dubai in every sip. Where: Alma Bar, DIFC Price: Dhs70 Ruby's Choice Butterfly pea tea, elderflower, bamboo leaf, and sparkling wine come together in this floral-meets-earthy pour at Ruby Ru. Delicate yet bold, with a shimmer of twilight charm. Where: Ruby Ru, Dubai Creek Price: Dhs70 Copper Coupe At Iris Dubai, the Margarita gets a glow-up with Mijenta Reposado, aged in red wine barrels for a subtle blush and a rose-like vibe. Unexpected, elegant, and easy to love. Where: Iris Dubai Price: Dhs155 Cyber Samourai Neon-lit and electric, this cocktail at CLAP channels cyberpunk energy with a futuristic twist. Where bold flavour meets Tokyo cool. Where: CLAP, DIFC Price: Dhs88 Corn Star Smoky, spicy, and just a little sweet, the Corn Star at Be Beach brings a chili kick balanced with a whisper of corn essence. Unexpected and seriously addictive. Where: Be Beach, Dubai Harbour Price: Dhs85
Saba Yemen
06-04-2025
- Sport
- Saba Yemen
Camila Osorio claims third Bogota tennis title
BOGOTA – Saba: Colombian Camila Osorio (WTA No. 54) secured her third Bogota Open title, defeating Poland's Katarzyna Kawa (WTA No. 223) in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3, in Sunday evening's final. Osorio reached the final by defeating Argentina's Julia Riera 6-4, 7-5 in the semi-finals, while Kawa advanced by defeating American Pareja Julieta 7-5, 6-2. This victory marks Osorio's third Bogota clay-court championship win, adding to her previous titles in 2021 and 2024. Katarzyna Kawa, despite her loss, had a strong tournament run, winning two qualifying matches and four main draw matches to reach the final. This was Kawa's second WTA final appearance, following her runner-up finish at the 2019 Jurmala Open against Anastasija Sevastova. Her performance in Bogota will result in a significant ranking boost, with the 32-year-old Kawa set to climb 67 places to No. 156 in the WTA rankings released on Monday. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
USA Today
06-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
How to Watch Katarzyna Kawa vs. Maria Camila Osorio Serrano at the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: Live Stream, TV Channel
How to Watch Katarzyna Kawa vs. Maria Camila Osorio Serrano at the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: Live Stream, TV Channel Katarzyna Kawa (No. 223 ranking) will take on Maria Camila Osorio Serrano (No. 54) in the final at the Copa Colsanitas on Sunday, April 6. In her last match on Saturday, Kawa beat Julieta Pareja in two sets, 7-5, 6-2, to advance from the semifinals. Osorio Serrano's most recent match on Saturday was a two-set win against Julia Riera 6-4, 7-5 in the semifinals. Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo! Katarzyna Kawa vs. Maria Camila Osorio Serrano: live stream info & TV channel Tournament: Copa Colsanitas Copa Colsanitas Round: Final Final Date: Sunday, April 6 Sunday, April 6 Live Stream: Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo Watch Tennis Channel on Fubo Court Surface: Clay Katarzyna Kawa vs. Maria Camila Osorio Serrano matchup stats In four tournaments on clay over the past year, Kawa has gone 9-3. On clay, Kawa has won 58.1% of her service games and 50% of her return games over the past year. Kawa has converted 52.4% of her break-point opportunities on clay (65 of 124) over the past 12 months. Kawa was beaten in the Qualification of her last tournament (the Merida Open Akron) 5-7, 2-6 by No. 133-ranked Emiliana Arango on February 22. Osorio Serrano has posted an 11-5 record over the past 12 months, clinching one tournament title. While playing on clay, Osorio Serrano has a 56.2% winning percentage in service games and a 49.7% winning percentage in return games. On clay surfaces Osorio Serrano is eighth in break point win percentage (50.6%) after going 86-for-170. In the Miami Open presented by Itau, Osorio Serrano's most recent tournament, she matched up with No. 162-ranked Victoria Mboko in the Round of 128 on March 19 and was beaten 5-7, 7-5, 3-6. Kawa vs. Osorio Serrano futures odds Tennis odds courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 3:56 AM ET. Kawa Odds to Win the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: +550 +550 Osorio Serrano Odds to Win the 2025 Copa Colsanitas: -220 Tennis odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Sunday at 3:56 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
