2,000 athletes expected for Afro-Asiad
National anthems of participating countries may not be played during Games' medal ceremonies

Nirupama a win away from qualifying
The unseeded Indian lass upset 16th seed Klara Koukalova in the second round of the women's singles qualifier at Wimbledon.

Paes in qualifying final
The India No. 1 will meet Alex O'Brien for a place in the main draw at Wimbledon.

Mankad falls at first hurdle
The India Davis Cupper, who won his first pro title last week, lost in the Canada F2 Satellite tournament.

Squash great Jansher Khan retires
He is retiring from the sport to devote himself to preaching Islam.

Sampras, Williams better watch out
Several young pretenders will be gunning for Wimbledon glory when the tournament begins on June 25.

Jones readies for assault on 200m title
World champion Maurice Green will run just one round of the 100 metres at the American trials this week.

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