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BBC News
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'It can't look like a circus'
French Open 2025Dates: 25 May-8 June Venue: Roland GarrosCoverage: Live radio commentaries across 5 Live Sport and BBC Sounds, plus live text commentaries on the BBC Sport website and app Jaume Munar has criticised the "circus" created by French Open crowds and accused them of a "complete lack of respect" in his five-set loss to home favourite Arthur Spaniard fought back from two sets down against 14th seed Fils in their second-round match but ultimately fell 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (7-4) 2-6 0-6 6-4 on Court Suzanne Lenglen.A raucous French crowd offered passionate support to Fils as he battled through a back injury to seal an epic victory after four hours and 25 minutes."I'm going to be very clear on the subject and I'm not going to mince my words," Munar said in his post-match news conference."It's fine if they encourage the other player, if they shout, I'm used to it. In South America it's very intense as well."But what I consider a complete lack of respect - and here, it happens often - is that they sing non-stop, they interrupt continuously."It's not even a question of emotional or personal impact, it's simply that play cannot go on as normal." Munar had to ask the crowd to be quiet during the final game as he served to stay in the match, having previously been a break struggling to move at one point, Fils brought the crowd to their feet as he completed a miraculous victory, before removing his shirt and lapping up the atmosphere."It seems like a great show for the spectators, but you have to remember we're here to do our job," Munar said."What it can't look like is a circus and there are times here it looks like theatre."At the US Open it's a show but they understand sports differently. They can cheer a lot and have a sense of spectacle, but they never disrespect the players. In Australia it's similar."Here in Paris, it's a bit much. It would be good to calm things down a bit to let play go on more as it should."
Washington Post
28-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Opponents of French players at the French Open deal with insults and whistling and, yes, even gum
PARIS — In all sports, there are advantages to being at home. At the French Open tennis tournament, being a visitor playing against a French player can feel as though the whole world is against you. The crowds don't just cheer. They boo , they whistle, they make noise between serves, they hurl insults — and, at least once, even gum — at the locals' opponents. That sort of behavior is why the tournament organizers banned alcohol from the stands last year, a policy still in place.
The Sun
26-05-2025
- The Sun
Liverpool trophy parade LIVE: PM slams ‘appalling scenes' after car crashes into fans during celebrations
KEIR Starmer has slammed the "appalling" scenes in Liverpool, after a car drove into crowds celebrating Liverpool FC's victory parade. Th Prime Minister also said his thoughts were "with all those injured or affected" and added that he was being kept updated on the incident. A huge emergency response flooded to Water Street in the city centre following reports of a multiple-person collision just after 6pm. The disturbing incident came at the end of a day of rapturous celebrations after the Reds lifted the trophy yesterday. Follow ALL of the latest from the incident below...
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man arrested in Florida beach brawl as Volusia County deputies prepare for Memorial Day weekend
The Brief Volusia Beach Patrol anticipates record crowds and urges public caution. A DUI suspect was arrested after a reckless driving incident escalated into a fight. Police are increasing patrols and calling for respectful behavior on the sand. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Volusia County Beach Patrol is bracing for a surge in visitors, calling the holiday an "all hands on deck" operation. What we know As Memorial Day weekend nears, Volusia County Beach Patrol is preparing for major crowds across the coastline. Officials have declared the holiday period an "all hands on deck" operation and warned that both beaches and parking lots are expected to fill early each day. In the lead-up to the weekend, a beach incident turned violent when a man allegedly drove recklessly on the sand and got into a fight with a bystander. According to deputies, Kelvin Kelly, 34, of Umatilla, was seen performing donuts on the beach, apparently under the influence, and nearly hitting multiple people. He then confronted a man who attempted to stop him. The confrontation ended in a physical fight, which was caught on video by the bystander's daughter. What we don't know Authorities have not released information on Kelly's blood alcohol content or whether additional charges may be filed. It is also unclear whether any beachgoers sustained injuries during the incident, or if Kelly had a criminal record prior to this event. The exact timeline of how long Kelly was driving on the sand before the altercation also remains unclear. The backstory This incident unfolded just as officials began preparing for the influx of visitors traditionally drawn to Daytona Beach during Memorial Day weekend. A man accused of driving erratically along a crowded stretch of Daytona Beach and then engaging in a fistfight with a bystander was arrested May 15, according to an arrest affidavit from the Volusia County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said they responded to reports of a dark-colored pickup truck performing donuts and fishtailing dangerously close to beachgoers near the Silver Beach Approach around 2:37 p.m. Lifeguards followed the vehicle as it traveled southbound before it came to a stop near the 1400 block of South The Beach. As a deputy approached, several beachgoers pointed to the truck, and the deputy arrived to find two men in a physical altercation. The fight broke up as the deputy arrived, and both individuals were separated. Investigators said one of the men confronted another in an attempt to stop his reckless behavior on the busy beach. Instead, the driver allegedly exited his vehicle and charged at the man in a fighting stance. The two exchanged punches, an incident that was recorded. The man declined to press charges against the driver. The deputy interviewed the driver, who denied reckless behavior, but the deputy noted that he appeared intoxicated or under the influence of an unknown narcotic, making the interview difficult. Deputies ultimately arrested Kelvin Kelly, 34, of Umatilla, for disorderly conduct and resisting an officer without violence after he refused to comply with commands and resisted efforts to be handcuffed. Multiple deputies were required to take him into custody. Kelly was taken to Halifax Health for medical clearance before being transported to the Volusia County Branch Jail. Big picture view The confrontation has spotlighted the tensions that can arise in crowded public spaces, especially during high-traffic holiday weekends. Beach Patrol and local deputies are reinforcing their presence to maintain order. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
CTV News
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CTV News
CTV National News: The sign that prompted Vancouver to spend up to $1 million
Watch Vancouver is looking to make a temporary city sign into a permanent installation after a temporary one drew big crowds. Andrew Johnson has more.
