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CTV News
10-08-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
‘Multi-day heat event' continues in Toronto and surrounding areas
The grandstand court at Toronto's Sobeys Stadium is seen during first round tennis action at the National Bank Open in Toronto on Monday, July 28, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young A 'multi-day heat event' continues in Toronto and surrounding areas with daytime highs of 32 to 35 degrees Celsius that feel more like 37 to 40 with the humidity. Currently, Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for much of Ontario, including Toronto, Hamilton, Burlington-Oakville, Caledon, Halton Hills-Milton, Mississauga-Brampton, Newmarket-Georgina-Northern York Region, Niagara Falls-Welland-Southern Niagara Region, Pickering-Oshawa-Southern Durham Region, St. Catharines-Grimsby-Northern Niagara Region, and Vaughan-Richmond Hill-Markham. Heat warning Aug. 10 Ontario Most of Ontario is under a heat warning on Aug. 10. (Environment Canada map) The national weather agency says overnight lows in the GTA will run between 20 to 23 C. This hot weather is expected to continue through Tuesday or possibly into Wednesday, it said. Relief should come on Tuesday evening as a cooler air mass is expected to arrive, bringing an end to the heat event. Environment Canada says, however, that there is a possibility that eastern Ontario and the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area will see hot and humid conditions into Wednesday. Another day of extreme heat in Toronto, but relief is right around the corner Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion. People should note that hot and humid air can cause deteriorating air quality and may result in the Air Quality Health Index approaching the high-risk category. 'Take action to protect yourself and others – extreme heat can affect everyone's health. Determine if you or others around you are at greater risk of heat illness,' the agency said. People are being advised to check on older adults, those living alone, and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone multiple times a day, and to keep an eye out for early signs of heat exhaustion in yourself and others. They may include headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine, and intense fatigue. Anyone who experiences these symptoms is urged to stop their activity and drink water. Heat stroke is a more severe medical emergency. People are advised to call 9-1-1 or their emergency health provider if you, or someone around you, is experiencing red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion, and a change in consciousness. 'While you wait for medical attention, try to cool the person by moving them to a cool place, removing extra clothing, applying cold water or ice packs around the body. Drink water often and before you feel thirsty to replace fluids,' says Environment Canada. 'Close blinds, or shades and open windows if outside is cooler than inside. Turn on air conditioning, use a fan, or move to a cooler area of your living space. If your living space is hot, move to a cool public space such as a cooling centre, community centre, library or shaded park.' During the etreme heat, resident should follow the advice of their public health authority. Some of the other ways to beat the heat include planning and scheduling outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day, limiting direct exposure to the sun and heat, and wearing lightweight, light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat. 'Never leave people, especially children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Check the vehicle before locking to make sure no one is left behind.'
Yahoo
08-08-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Photo Gallery: Shelton beats Khachanov to win NBO Toronto final
Photo Gallery: Shelton beats Khachanov to win NBO Toronto final Ben Shelton came back for a 6-7 (5), 6-4, 7-6 (3) victory over Karen Khachanov on Thursday night in the men's singles final at the National Bank Open. It was the American's first ATP Tour title of the season and third of his career. The 22-year-old Shelton will move up one position to a career-best sixth spot when the new world rankings are released Monday. Khachanov, 29, was denied an eighth career title and remained stuck at 199 career hardcourt wins. With many spectators checking their devices for updates on Canada's Victoria Mboko at the women's final in Montreal, the men delivered a quality match at a packed Sobeys Stadium. Here are some scenes from the men's final in Toronto. This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 7, 2025.
National Post
08-08-2025
- Sport
- National Post
Big Ben! American Shelton tops Russia's Khachanov to win NBO Toronto title
TORONTO — Ben Shelton came back for a 6-7 (5), 6-4, 7-6 (3) victory over Karen Khachanov on Thursday night in the men's singles final at the National Bank Open. Article content It was the American's first ATP Tour title of the season and third of his career. Article content Article content The 22-year-old Shelton will move up one position to a career-best sixth spot when the new world rankings are released Monday. Article content Khachanov, 29, was denied an eighth career title and remained stuck at 199 career hardcourt wins. Article content With many spectators checking their devices for updates on Canada's Victoria Mboko at the women's final in Montreal, the men delivered a quality match at a packed Sobeys Stadium. Article content Shelton, who defeated Khachanov in their only previous meeting at Indian Wells last March, set the early tone by holding at love in the opening game. He punctuated the finish with a couple of aces. Article content Article content His creativity has been key throughout his run to the final but he got burned at 3-3 when his soft slice from the baseline found the net on break point. The American got back on serve at 5-5 when his forehand clipped the net cord and handcuffed Khachanov. Article content After a hold, Khachanov saved three set points before taking the tiebreaker with a volley after repeatedly working the American from corner to corner. Article content For a second straight night, a glitch with the electronic line-calling system forced a short delay. Article content At 2-2 in the second set, the audio could not be heard on fault calls. The issue was resolved quickly and Khachanov would hold despite the technical hiccup. Article content Shelton picked up the first break of the set for a 5-4 lead and saved four break points before taking the set. Article content A trainer massaged Shelton's right upper thigh before the start of the decider. The American seemed slightly slower but his pace was still strong. Article content He outpowered the Russian in the tiebreaker, seemingly firing aces and service winners at will before closing out the win in two hours 47 minutes. Article content The US$9.19-million tournament was expanded to a 96-player format this season. Article content Total attendance over one qualification day and 12 main-draw days was 217,531 despite several high-profile withdrawals. The pullouts included top-ranked Jannik Sinner of Italy, No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz of Spain, No. 5 Jack Draper of Britain and No. 6 Novak Djokovic of Serbia. Article content The previous best of 175,003 was set in 2023 when the main draw was a weeklong event. Article content Shelton became the first American winner at this ATP Masters 1000 tournament since Andy Roddick in 2003. He earned about $1.12 million with the victory while Khachanov pocketed almost $598,000. Article content
New York Times
08-08-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Ben Shelton wins Canadian Open for his first ATP Masters 1000 title
TORONTO — Ben Shelton, the American upstart and world No. 7, made his first slam semifinal at the 2022 U.S. Open as a 20-year-old. Two years later, the box office showman has his maiden ATP Masters 1000 title. In front of 10,805 fans at Sobeys Stadium on Thursday night, Shelton outlasted world No. 16 Karen Khachanov in three sets 6-7 (5), 6-4, 7-6 (3) to win the Canadian Open. Advertisement There were so many instances throughout this 12-day tournament that Shelton could have quit. He was down a break in the third set to Brandon Nakashima in the round of 32, before winning a third-set tiebreak. Against Flavio Cobolli in the round of 16, Shelton rallied from down 3-5, with Cobolli serving for the match, also capturing a third-set tiebreak. Shelton was most proud of his resilience throughout this tournament, and that resilience ultimately got him over the finish line for the biggest title of his career. The point that secured the set for @BenShelton! @NBOtoronto | #NBO25 — ATP Tour (@atptour) August 8, 2025 After trading the first three service holds, it was Khachanov who secured the first break of the match thanks to an unforced error by Shelton. That gave Khachanov a 4-3 lead and put him two games from the set. But as he's shown all tournament, Shelton never gives up. Down 5-4 with Khachanov serving for the set, the resilience was on display as Shelton connected on a 90 mph winner down 30-15. Back-to-back Khachanov errors gave Shelton the break, levelling the first set 5-5. The first-set tiebreak was a display of Khachanov's natural power. He was hitting bigger from the baseline, pushing Shelton back and dictating the pace. At 5-5, Khachanov cranked an 86 mph forehand winner to move to set point. Another winner, Khachanov's third in a row, gave the Russian the first set. The second set wasn't short of drama. For Shelton's second match in a row, there was a technical issue with the electronic line calling. At 2-2, 15-15, Khachanov served wide and the ball landed out. Because the audio wasn't working, chair umpire Fergus Murphy called it a fault. The players went to the net to get an explanation. The electronic line calling audio had a brief malfunction before it started working. In a classy gesture, Shelton gave Khachanov the first serve opportunity. Advertisement 'It's Christmas,' Shelton said. Shelton wasn't just giving first serves to his opponents. He began increasing the speed on his groundstrokes as the set progressed. After breaking to go up 5-4, Shelton was quickly faced with a 0-40 hole serving for the set. He didn't panic, connecting on back-to-back winners to force deuce. Facing his fourth break point, Shelton served a 134 mph unreturnable serve. On set point, Shelton brought Khachanov to the net with a slice. Khachanov hit a backhand crosscourt approach before Shelton replied with a sliding forehand passing shot. Khachanov put the volley in the net, giving Shelton the second set. The American raised his right arm to the crowd as it roared, screaming his trademark 'yeah' as the match was pushed to a third set. Ben Shelton BATTLES to force a third and final set 🍿 Catch the #NBO25 action on Sportsnet 📺 — Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) August 8, 2025 Shelton got his right leg worked on before the final set began. It didn't impact his movement or ability to hit blazing shots. Both players served exceptionally in the third, not giving each other any break points. This match was destined to end in a final-set tiebreak. Shelton got off to an early mini-break thanks to a Khachanov. He never gave up the lead. He saved his fastest, crushing shots until after the two-hour mark. No bigger than at 5-2 in the tiebreak, when Shelton unleashed a forehand clapper off the return down the line. He let out a loud grunt and roar as the finish line was near. Three hours before the final, Shelton worked on his serve with his Dad and coach Bryan. They placed ball containers on the other end of the court so Shelton could practice serving his spots. Several times, Shelton connected with the container. 'Ping!' as the container launched backward. Here is 🇺🇸Ben Shelton practicing his serve before the @NBOtoronto final. Shelton trying to land his spots and hit the containers. What a powerful serve. #NBO25 — Lukas Weese (@Weesesports) August 7, 2025 It's fitting that Shelton hit his spot on match point with a 124 mph serve. A Khachanov unforced error gave Shelton the momentous victory. After the win, Shelton, fighting back tears, walked over to his team. He embraced his Dad, both with huge smiles. 'Let's go,' Ben said to Bryan. As Shelton raised the champion trophy, he was set to move to No. 6 in the ATP rankings and No. 4 in the ATP Race to Turin. As a true freshman at the University of Florida, Shelton clinched the Gators' first national championship. Now he is an ATP Masters 1000 winner in Canada, with the potential to springboard to greater heights. (Image: Dan Hamilton / Imagn Images) Spot the pattern. Connect the terms Find the hidden link between sports terms Play today's puzzle
New York Times
07-08-2025
- Sport
- New York Times
Ben Shelton beats fellow American Taylor Fritz to reach a new career milestone
TORONTO — Under a full moon at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto, Ben Shelton showcased an illuminating performance. Big serve, quick movement, and various shots were all on display in a dominant win. The world No. 7 defeated compatriot Taylor Fritz, 6-4, 6-3, in one hour and 18 minutes Wednesday night to advance to the Canadian Open final. Advertisement No delay to begin the match was going to stop Shelton, 22, from reaching his first ATP Masters 1000 final, another milestone in his blossoming career. There was great anticipation for this contest. The two friends hadn't met since 2023 at Indian Wells, where Fritz won a close three-setter in the second round en route to capturing the tournament. Shelton was a rookie on tour then. The stage doesn't feel too big for the American youngster two years later, on the cusp of his biggest tournament win. To add to the drama, the match began with a 15-minute delay. A technical issue with the electronic line system forced the players to leave the court. The stoppage was brief, and soon their showdown would begin in front of the Toronto crowd. There were tense moments for Shelton to start the match. In his first service game, Shelton faced two break points. He delivered a 118 mph unreturnable serve. Then, after a 15-shot rally on the second break point, Fritz sent a forehand long. Shelton held and was never broken for the rest of the set. At 4-4, Shelton was dictating the pace of the points, forcing Fritz to defend behind the baseline. Like his previous round win against Alex de Minaur, it was Shelton owning the long rallies with deep groundstrokes and punitive slices. Fritz committed back-to-back errors, leading to break point. Shelton connected on a forehand winner that went behind Fritz, giving him the first break of the match. After two winners on the subsequent service game, Shelton claimed the one-set advantage. The dominant Fritz serve, broken just three times in four matches, was in trouble. He faced a superior returner in Shelton, not afraid to be aggressive and control the points. At 2-2, Shelton won points of 16 and 14 shots to get the second break of the match. The break point was notable as Shelton brought Fritz forward and punished him with a perfectly placed lob. The crowd cheered before Shelton motioned for them to get louder. He sensed the finish line was near. Advertisement On match point, Fritz tossed his third double fault, getting broken for a third time before breaking his racquet in half. After congratulatory remarks at the net, Shelton smiled to his team and waved to the crowd. Cheers of 'Let's go, Ben' rang throughout the stadium, supporting the American after this emphatic victory. Shelton's opponent in the final is Karen Khachanov. The Russian outlasted top seed Alexander Zverev, saving a match point before winning 6-3, 4-6, 7-6(4) in two hours and 52 minutes. Khachanov is attempting to win his second ATP Masters 1000 title, after being victorious at the Paris Masters in 2018. As Shelton served for the first set, a fan yelled, 'This is your time!' In less than 24 hours, the time could be Shelton's to capture his maiden Masters 1000 trophy, the potential beginning of a successful North American summer. (Photo of Ben Shelton: Julian Avram / Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) Spot the pattern. Connect the terms Find the hidden link between sports terms Play today's puzzle
