The New York Times – Sports:
Drivers are complaining of injuries, but some teams said changes should not be made midseason.
Category: England
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Williams Struggles to Return to Racing Glory
The New York Times – Sports:
The team once was a regular champion, but has fallen on hard times. New ownership is working to make it competitive again.
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Wimbledon, a Longstanding Tradition, Opens with a Flurry of Changes
The New York Times – Sports:
One hundred years after the opening of Centre Court, it’s a season of change at the All England Club, what with the barring of Russian players and a new set of green doors.
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As Wimbledon Begins, an Era of Sports Free of Bans and Boycotts Ends
The New York Times – Sports:
For decades, sports has avoided punishing athletes for the actions of their countries. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has put an end to that.
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Once Again, Tennis Is Disrupted by Politics
The New York Times – Sports:
The sport has a long history of disputes, especially over apartheid. This year Wimbledon has banned Russian and Belarusian players.
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The Changing Grass at Wimbledon
The New York Times – Sports:
It starts off lush, but by the second week, a lack of moisture can alter the game. Players must adjust.
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House Hunting in England: A Six-Bedroom Starter Castle for $2 Million
The New York Times – Travel:
The country home markets in South West England have benefited from a shift in what buyers want, though the region remains a relative bargain.
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Lester Piggott, Superstar British Jockey, Dies at 86
The New York Times – Sports:
He won his first race at age 12 and his last in his 50s, and he rode to a record 30 victories in the five most important British thoroughbred races.