In Vatican City, on the final day of the 2025 Giro d’Italia, the late Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21, will be remembered with a neutralized start.
Before the Giro’s final stage, which starts in Albania on May 9, will riders pass through Vatican City in Rome on June 1 before the official opening.
The Giro will end in Rome for the third time in 108 attempts, but this time only for the seventh time.
Rome Mayor Roberto Gualtieri praised Pope Francis, his persona, and his message of hope in the jubilee year, saying, “This presence is renewed this year with an exciting symbolic start from Vatican City.”
Eight loops of a 9. 5 km circuit will be present for the 21st stage of the competition in Rome.
Jack Draper reached the round of 16 at the Madrid Open after opponent Matteo Berrettini retired injured as play resumed following a nationwide power cut.
Play was suspended on Monday in the Spanish capital after the electronic line-calling system and scoreboards went down.
Power was restored to the venue on Tuesday morning, allowing fifth seed Draper to take on Italian Berrettini, who is ranked 30th.
Draper won the opening set 7-6 in a tie-breaker after 57 minutes, finally converting his third set point opportunity.
At the end of the set, Berrettini withdrew from the match after speaking to Draper, indicating he had an abdominal problem.
“He said his abs were pulling,” Draper said of Berrettini after the match. “Credit to him for coming out here and putting on a good first set.
“In general, Matteo is a very positive player. So it’s always tough to see a friend having an injury. I know it’s plagued him a lot.”
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Earlier, Grigor Dimitrov converted his third match point – over 24 hours after his first – to beat Jacob Fearnley and reach the quarter-finals.
The match was suspended during Monday’s outage with Dimitrov leading 6-4 5-4, and they resumed their match on Tuesday after Iga Swiatek’s battling three-set win over Diana Shnaider.
Bulgaria’s Dimitrov eventually beat the 23-year-old Briton 6-4 7-6 (7-3).
Fearnley had to serve to stay in the match when play began and, despite a double fault, did well to keep Dimitrov at bay.
World number 16 Dimitrov had a second match point at 6-5 on the Fearnley serve but the Scot saved it to eventually force a tie-break.
Dimitrov promptly took control of the breaker and won the last five points in a row.
He sets up a meeting with Canada’s Gabriel Diallo, who beat Britain’s Cameron Norrie.
Diallo, who only qualified for Madrid as a lucky loser, came from behind to beat Norrie – ranked 91st in the world – 2-6 6-4 6-4.
Earlier, defending champion Swiatek won her ninth successive match in Madrid with a 6-0 6-7 (3-7) 6-4 victory over Russia’s Shnaider.
Poland’s Swiatek was not at her best, committing over 50 unforced errors, but she saved 11 of the 13 break points she faced to get the edge over Shnaider.
She will face Madison Keys – who beat her in the Australian Open semi-finals on her way to a maiden Grand Slam title – next after the American’s 6-2 6-3 victory over Donna Vekic of Croatia.
Kate Middleton wears a classic blue shirt like Meghan Markle’s most recent outfit, and we’ve found a location where you can purchase this wardrobe essential with comparable styles starting at just $35.
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Kate Middleton proves the classic blue shirt is a wardrobe staple(Image: Getty Images)
Kate Middleton seems to have taken some styling tips from Meghan Markle during her recent visit to Mull, Scotland – an outing that also happened to mark her and Prince William’s 14th wedding anniversary.
The Princess of Wales chose a posh country outfit that included a blue button-up shirt, tweed blazer (her personal choice is a Holland Cooper Double Breasted Blazer), brown skinny pants, and chunky brown boots.
And if the outfit felt familiar, it might be because Meghan Markle was recently spotted in a similar style blue shirt during her appearance on Prince Harry’s Netflix documentary, Heart of Invictus.
The exact shirt Meghan chose was J, though we don’t know exactly what button-up Kate is wearing (although we believe it might be Max Mara’s offering). The classic Garçon shirt from Crew in the timeless “Blue Eoe” color is available in a cotton poplin version.
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Kate Middleton on a recent visit to Mull, Scotland (Image: Getty Images)
The classic blue shirt is a wardrobe essential and even has the royal seal of approval because both women wear the same piece. It’s one of those pieces that can be worn with jeans, a blazer, or both.
We’ve rounded up our favorite styles below for you to use as inspiration for some blue shirts.
Blue shirts are available to purchase.
Max Mara Light Linen Shirt
Available for £205
Max Mara Light Linen Shirt(Image: Gap)
Max Mara’s blue shirt is the one that looks the closest to Kate. The front of this linen shirt has two utility-style pockets, just like Kate’s, and the textured detailing is apparent in this one.
This summer staple will keep you cool and dry all summer long thanks to its 100% linen construction. For a Princess Diana-inspired appearance, simply swap out the Princess’ winter boots and jackets for a pair of white Bermuda shorts.
Gap Blue 100% Linen Oversized Shirt
Here, you can purchase a £75 item.
Gap Blue 100% Linen Oversized Shirt(Image: Gap)
One of those throw-on staples you’ll want to keep all summer long is this oversized shirt from GAP. It’s breathable, light, and machine washable, making it the ideal item to pack in a suitcase because it’s made of 100% soft linen.
We advise pairing this with a pair of Ecru-colored jeans and some edgy, modern ballet flats to style it.
The Boyfriend 100% Linen Shirt Has Nothing Underneath.
Here is a £120 price.
The Boyfriend 100% Linen Shirt Has Nothing Underneath.(Image: With Nothing Underneath )
You really can’t go wrong with the high-quality button-up shirts that Meghan Markle favors. This shirt is the kind of piece that looks great on vacations but also looks great in business.
Its flattering, casual cut gives off a “boyfriend” vibe, which is why it is called “The Boyfriend” shirt.
Get ready for the season of camping and festivals with a self-inflating mattress that not only promises durability but has also been touted as ‘extremely comfortable’ by thrilled shoppers
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Prepare for camping and festival season with ‘durable’ self-inflating mattress(Image: Amazon)
With festival season on the horizon and the time for camping fast approaching, now is the time to start upgrading your outdoor sleeping arrangements to keep you comfy no matter where you lay your head. And shoppers may have found just the ticket with this self-inflating mattress on Amazon that promises ultimate comfort and durability, meaning it can cope with any terrain.
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Shoppers have left this Self-Inflating Memory Foam Camping Sleeping Mat rave reviews(Image: Amazon)
Touted for its “extreme comfort,” this Tatuner Self-Inflating Mattress could be just what you need for a hassle-free camping trip. It comes rolled up in a small bag that can easily be stored and carried. This mattress adopts a flat design, which promises to be no different from your home bed. No matter where you are, this camping sleeping pad is set to provide a homely feel wherever you pitch your tent.
Using the most advanced self-inflating technology, abandoning the old and arduous inflation method, this mat is set to be ready for bed while others are blowing up their traditional airbeds.
The sleeping pad, which is inflated to 193 cm x 70 cm x 7 cm, is perfect for outdoor activities like overnight festivals or camping, where it can seamlessly fit into smaller tents. However, the bed is filled with sponges, which means it still has a certain weight and volume even after compression, making it unsuitable for light travel. But it is a top pick if you’re heading on an adventure in a car or motorhome.
Boasting a 7cm thickness, Flex Foam and outdoor-grade tear-resistant fabric, this mattress promises to provide your body with a comfortable and stable sleep, akin to snoozing on your bed. Waving goodbye to stones and branches underground, damaging the air cushion or keeping you up at night, this mat strikes the perfect balance between comfort and durability. Plus, it scores bonus points for being virtually silent and waterproof, with no more crinkly or squeaky noise.
Currently on sale for £71.34, shoppers have gone wild for this mattress as they leave their rave reviews. One 5-star rater beams: “This is extremely comfortable and durable. In summer I sometimes sleep on it for a short siesta. I store it inflated because it takes time to self-inflate to its full potential the first time. For camping, some may find this mattress more bulky and less portable than desired but it is unequalled in comfort, size, and durability. It retains its form and pressure very well even after multiple uses and after a year of storage, I barely need to add any air to it. The pillow however is too low to my liking.”
And another chimes in: “First off, great product. I was a bit unsure some of the other reviews might have been good because the person sleeping on the matt weighed next to nothing so a few sheets of toilet roll would have given then a good night’s sleep, and clocking on at around 115kg thought that I might be just that bit too heavy. Nope, not at all. Never once felt the ground beneath, just the comfortable memory foam layer and nothing else.”
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They go on to add: “Material is excellent and easy to clean just wiping it down. I used a fleece blanket on top of mine just for that extra comfort, but the material is soft and I wouldn’t have had an issue sleeping directly on it.”
Sammy Winward reportedly cut ties with her daughter Mia Dunn, with Mia alleging she was out of touch with her celeb mum for around four months due to a disagreement over OnlyFans
Emmerdale star Sammy Winward’s daughter makes brutal dig at estranged parents(Image: Instagram/miakaterose)
Sammy Winward’s daughter, Mia Dunn, seemingly took a swipe at her parents in her new racy post amid her reported feud with them. Last summer, it was reported that Sammy cut ties with her daughter Mia. At the time, Mia alleged she was out of touch with her celeb mum for around four months due to a disagreement over the youngster joining subscription-based website, OnlyFans.
She claimed the familial rift extended beyond her mother to other relatives, including her father. Mia previously claimed her mum was “jealous” of her success and said the soap star refused to move past their disagreement. In January, Mia said she made £100,000 the previous month and that the “main thing with her mum” is that she “had Mia when she was really young”.
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She shared a few racy snaps on Instagram(Image: Instagram/miakaterose)
And now, she took to social media to share a couple of racy snaps while dressed in an x-rated version of office clothes, incuding a cropped white shirt, stockings and a mini skirt.
She captioned the post: “Got a “real” job,” along with a ‘tongue-out emoji’. Her fans were quick to rush to the comment section to compliment the content creator.
Earlier this year, Mia spoke about her strained relationship with her parents, explaining “I think she’s got some animosity towards me. I think she is maybe just jealous about me doing so well and so quickly.”
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She previously claimed her mother was ‘jealous’ of her success(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Van Gogh Alive)
“I think that’s what my parents’ issue is really. They think I’ve done it off their backs, but actually, behind the scenes, it takes a lot more work than just being their daughter,” she added to The Sun.
Her father is former footballer David Dunn while Sammy is known for her role as Katie Sugden on Emmerdale.
Last year, Mia spoke about the benefits she learned about OnlyFans after speaking to her creator friends about the website.
She said: “I feel so empowered on OnlyFans. I am my own boss and I’m confident in myself and what I’m doing.”
Since being on the subscription-based website, Mia claimed she earned ten times more money than she used to for “about three days work”.
The model added that her days consist of filming content, uploading it to the site and filling out paperwork.
However, despite bringing in the cash and setting up her own business, Mia admitted that her family are not pleased with her decision and her dad – former Blackburn footballer David Dunn – has also distanced himself from her.
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Prior to the Champions League semi-final first-leg against Manchester United, Louis Enrique claims Paris Saint-Germain are “a much better team” than they have been since October’s defeat to Arsenal.
The French champions return to London on Tuesday after enduring a difficult league season that included defeats to Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, and Arsenal (2-0).
“Seven or eight months ago,” the statement read. I have replayed the game. Luis Enrique stated on Monday that our current team is a much better one.
“We had a very competitive league phase, in which there were many matches that might have been finals.
Even at the worst times, it was very helpful to us.
There is only one way to advance to the final now, the official says.
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Luis Enrique (R) of Paris Saint-Germain reacts following the UEFA Champions League game between FC RB Salzburg and Paris Saint-Germain in Salzburg, Austria on December 10, 2024. (Franck FIFE/AFP photo)
The Parisians won their fourth straight Ligue 1 title this month, but they are struggling following a draw with Nantes and a disappointing defeat to Nice.
The Spanish coach said, “I don’t worry about it.”
The squad has an extraordinary spirit, according to the coach.
He continued, “Imagine how the others feel because I’m the saddest member of the squad.”
After losing to Borussia Dortmund at the same time last year, PSG made a second consecutive Champions League appearance.
Since taking over the Qatari club in 2011, the Qatari owners have made it their top priority to win the trophy.
We are ambitious, according to Luis Enrique, “but this pressure doesn’t put us in jeopardy.”
“We talk about making history when we discuss doing something that no one has done before.”
Since we were at the same stage of the competition last year, he continued, “The goal is to go one step further.”
