Williams’ Lance Stroll, surprisingly, has secured fourth place while Force India’s Esteban Ocon starts fifth. 17;s run in the tournament with a 21-14 21-17 win over the Indian in the quarterfinal. On Thursday, they were overrun by the group leaders French at the Stade de France in their heaviest defeat for more than half a century. THE KIDAMBI FAN CLUB If there was a distinct buzz about any Indian player, it was Kidambi Srikanth. Prince Edward is in attendance for the finals, and after a very brief wave and smile, the patron of Scottish badminton settles to watch the sport, amongst the other fans. “I will have to improve in the next one,” the 25-year-old Pliskova said in a courtside interview. Getting that correct blend would no doubt spark the imagination of supporters wearied by years of under-achievement. Zambia claimed their first victory of the group phase of Africa’s World Cup qualifiers. “She had really nice words for me in the locker room,which was really nice,” said Sharapova, older than her opponent by 12 years and regarded as an idol by Kenin. ailed heat-wise in Chittagong, reveals Peter HandscombAustralia were a little bit more consistent than us, says Bangladesh bowling coach Courtney WalshHeavily criticised after their first-ever Test defeat to Bangladesh, Australia are desperate to restore some lost pride when the teams meet in the second and final Test, starting in Chittagong on Monday.