Sports News from Thursday, June 5th, 2025

Four-time champ Swiatek knocked out of French Open

Four-time champion Iga Swiatek crashed out of the French Open semi-finals after a 6-7(1) 6-4 0-6 defeat to world number one Aryna Sabalenka on Thursday, ending her 26-game winning streak in the tournament.
Forward Delap joins Chelsea ahead of Club World Cup

Forward Liam Delap has joined Chelsea on a six-year contract ahead of this month's Club World Cup, leaving Ipswich Town after they were relegated from the Premier League, the West London side said on Wednesday.
Boisson shocks Andreeva as Djokovic sets up Sinner showdown

Wild card Lois Boisson stunned sixth seed Mirra Andreeva to reach the French Open semi-finals, before Novak Djokovic set up a clash with world number one Jannik Sinner.

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UAE leaders perform Eid Al Adha prayers across the country
Members of the UAE's royal family have performed Eid Al Adha prayers in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman.
UAE leaders extend Eid Al Adha greetings
The leaders of the UAE have wished for "lasting peace and harmony" on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.
UAE, Canada review bilateral ties
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, has reviewed bilateral ties with his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand during a phone call.