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“More appeal for the mens” — French Open director defends scheduling

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The second grand slam for the season has raised eyebrows for featuring just one women’s night match

Director Amelie Mauresmo has defended the scheduling at this years French Open saying women’s tennis has less “appeal” than mens.

Women have filled one of the 10 available primetime night slots at the current edition of Roland-Garros.

Mauresmo, a former world number one, is overseeing her first tournament after being appointed to the role of director last year.

Night slots are generally reserved for the biggest matches, as earlier in the week when men’s heavyweights Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic contested the evening session.

Mauresmo says it has been difficult to find a top billing women’s match.

“In this era that we are in, I don’t feel bad or unfair – as a woman and former women’s player – saying that right now you have more appeal [in] general, for the men’s matches.”

TOURNAMENT Director Amelie Mauresmo

“The fact that it’s right now a one-match night session is tough on this. It is tough.”

“But yes, I admit it was tough. It was tough for more than one night to find, as you say, the match of the day,” she says.

Women’s world number one Iga Swiatek says Mauresmo’s comments are “disappointing and surprising” after her quarterfinal victory over American Jessica Pegula.

The match took place in the afternoon despite featuring two highly ranked players. Pegula currently sits just outside the women’s top 10.

Instead, mens number eight Casper Ruud and the unseeded Holger Rune filled the evening slot.

Bryan Hoadley contributed to this report

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Ticker News is now live on XumoTV and Xfinity across the U.S.

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Ticker News is now available on Xumo TV and Xfinity, bringing new era of accessibility

Ticker is thrilled to announce a major milestone for Ticker News: we are now available for streaming across the United States on Comcast’s major platforms, Xumo TV and Xfinity.

The development places Ticker News in the company of industry giants like CNN, Fox News, and MSNBC, marking a significant leap forward in our mission to deliver quality news to a wider audience.

With a combined reach of 50 million active users per month, Xumo TV and Xfinity offer an opportunity for Ticker News to expand viewership.

The achievement is particularly special with Ticker’s fifth anniversary on air on August 19.

“Getting Ticker News on these platforms was no small feat,” says Ticker Founder and CEO Ahron Young.

“It took nearly two years of intense negotiations and overcoming various technical challenges. But the journey underscores the resilience and determination of our team, proving that persistence pays off. We are immensely proud of what we have accomplished together,” Ahron says.

Being available on Xumo TV and Xfinity significantly enhances our already robust distribution network.

These platforms provide Ticker with the ability to reach millions of new viewers, further solidifying our presence in the competitive news landscape.

“Our commitment to expanding our reach and improving accessibility remains stronger than ever,” says TIcker’s Global Marketing Director, Kane Ricca.

Looking Ahead

As Ticker celebrates this exciting moment, the media company remains focused on its mission to provide accurate, timely, and engaging news to our audience.

“We are grateful for the ongoing support of our hosts, staff, investors, and viewers. Every moment counts at Ticker, and together, we are building something truly special,” says Ahron.

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‘Frank and constructive’ meeting between Harris and Netanyahu

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Vice President Kamala Harris met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and a cease-fire agreement.

Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the nature of the discussion describing it as a “frank and constructive”meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.

Harris expressed her concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza.

She stressed the need to finalise a cease-fire deal.
Harris described the past nine months in Gaza as devastating.
She urged that the tragedies in Gaza should not be ignored. #trending

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‘Left wing lunatic’: Trump tears into Kamala Harris in major rally

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Donald Trump is ramping up his attacks on Kamala Harris – his new opponent in the November election. But will it be enough to stop her?