Victoria Mboko defeated Elena Rybakina to reach the Pan Pacific Open semi-finals, clinching her place in the WTA finals for the month.
The 2022 Wimbledon champion defeated 19-year-old Mboko 6-3 7-6 (7-4) to claim her place in the end-of-season competition. She has won two WTA 500 titles this year.
The top eight singles and doubles teams of the year will compete in the WTA Finals on November 1 in Saudi Arabia.
Kazakhstan’s Rybakina had to reach Tokyo’s semifinals at least to defeat Russian 18-year-old Mirra Andreeva.
“It’s great to qualify and play some more matches, especially against top players,” said Rybakina.
“Last week I was focusing one match at a time, and I knew that advancing will require a long road.”
The first and second alternates for the Finals are Ekaterina Alexandrova, 30, and Andreeva.
At the Ningbo Open in China on Sunday, Rybakina increased her chances of making it to the WTA Finals for the third time in a row.
Former Strictly Come Dancing pro-dancer James Jordan has criticized Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman’s unexpected exit from the show and said that “weak” pro-dancers should quit too soon.
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The Strictly hosts are leaving after this series(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Guy Levy)
Strictly Come Dancing star James Jordan has weighed in on hosts Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman’s shock exit from the show. Whilst praising the pair, he added that ‘weak’ pro dancers should follow them out.
Tess and Claudia announced their departure from the show on Thursday (23 October) in a joint video, where they said: “After 21 wonderfully joyful years on Strictly, we have decided that the time is right to step aside.”
They added that they are bound by a collective bargain. Tess referred to Strictly as her “third child” and “second family” in a separate statement, promising to continue watching but felt the need to “hand over the reins.”
Among the celebrities giving their thoughts on the situation was James Jordan, who performed as a professional dancer on the series for eight years and whose partners included Denise Van Outen and Vanessa Feltz. He said the pair’s departure was a “big statement” but had nothing to do with the show’s recent scandals.
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James told the Daily Mail, “It’s a big statement for them both to leave at once.” He continued, saying that “the scandals have no bearing on them” and that “things like that happen on a daily basis in all walks of life” doesn’t mean that the pair was exempt from the show.
He added that Strictly should also change their lineup of professional dancers. There needs to be more fresh blood in the professionals right now, according to the pro dancers. You need to know when to hang up your shoes, because it’s unfair for some pros on the show to do that.
James, who is married to fellow pro-dancer Ola Jordan, was infamous during his Strictly run for his hot-headed nature and conflicts with judge Craig Revel Horwood.
In 2011, the two were thought to be in feud after Craig scored James and his One Show partner Alex Jones a six for their charleston, outraging the dancer so much, he was reported to have stormed out of the studio.
His wife stayed for another two years while James left the show in 2013. Ola did so in series seven with Chris Hollins, but James also never won.
Additionally, James discussed who should take Tess and Claudia in place. Bradley Walsh and Tess’ own husband Vernon Kay suggested that the radio host belonged to an “underrated host.”
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Roman Kemp was called an “outside the box” pick by him and added him to the mix. Then James added Stacey Dooley and Rylan Clark, two of his current favorites. Rylan may have been a better choice for him, but Stacey might have been, but not James’.
Spencer Matthews, a former Made in Chelsea star, and Irish television presenter Vogue Williams and Matthews got together on The Jump in 2017.
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Spencer Matthews says Vogue Williams gives him ‘an earful’ at home(Image: PA)
Spencer Matthews has confessed that his wife Vogue Williams isn’t shy about giving him a piece of her mind, as he offered fans a rare glimpse into their family life. The former Made in Chelsea heartthrob first crossed paths with the Irish telly presenter on the set of The Jump back in 2017.
They soon found themselves getting married the following year as a couple’s romance quickly developed. They now divide their time between London and Howth, where they are proud parents of Theodore, Otto, and Gigi.
In a recent vlog on his Untapped YouTube channel, Spencer revealed that Vogue, 40, isn’t pleased when he leaves things lying around the house. This revelation came as Spencer stumbled upon a room in their home filled with “junk”.
He continued, “Whenever I have anything lying around the house, and I mean anything at all, it might be a package that I haven’t even seen or opened yet, or had anything to do with,” “right. My wife will say, “What is this? ” as I hear it next to the door. Move it . Make sure it isn’t present. The house is becoming clutter. ‘”.
Surveying a room with clothes strewn across the bed and Christmas decorations in a box, Spencer exclaimed: “What in the name of holy Jesus is all this? That is a lot of junk. Junk.”
Vogue openly admits that if they had met on a dating app, she would have “swiped past” Spencer despite their earlier wedding anniversary earlier this year. She admits that when they first met, his personality had instantly charmed her.
She made this known while addressing a listener who was having trouble finding romance online in a previous Vogue and Amber episode. You’re just judging someone completely based on their appearance, according to Vogue.
Spencer is obviously gorgeous, but he wouldn’t have been my type when we first met, I always say. On a dating app, I would have swiped past him.
We then met, and because we only admired one another’s personalities, we became angry. So, I believe that, despite its difficulties, meeting someone in person can be truly amazing. “
Recently, Vogue revealed that she wants to spend more time in Dublin. She reported that she had already spent £2. A Howth property worth $3 million.
She described the property as her “dream home” and stated that she enjoyed the city because London can be “a little crazy.” The elevated property is protected by lush greenery and trees, which surround it.
Vogue stated in a statement to The Times: “We want to spend more time here. The kids also adore it, just like I do. “
Vogue has previously said the home will remain her “forever home,” but she admits she won’t accept further flogging. She continues, “I’d sell anything for the right price,” chugging on. “
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Vogue, who was raised in the nearby Portmarnock, recently revealed that her children have started making friends in Howth. She continued, “It’s where I grew up.” I want them to be aware of it as well as their Irish roots.
Fans of Star Trek may be in luck because ITVX will soon be able to stream the first season of Strange New Worlds for free.
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Star Trek: Strange New Worlds streaming now for free(Image: CBS Studios )
Critically acclaimed sci-fi series Star Trek is expanding its reach in the UK, with its first season of Strange New Worlds now being available to stream for free on ITVX.
The original series first aired in 1966, and it lasted three seasons until 1969. Star Trek, however, expanded to include more than 50 years of cultural significance as it gained popularity. The new series follows Discovery, Picard, and Strange New Worlds more recently.
Interestingly, the series received an 8.3 out of 10 rating on IMDb based on 72, 000 ratings from viewers, which is a result of its popularity and plot. Additionally, Rotten Tomatoes has a 97% overall rating for the entire three seasons. Critics praised the outstanding and compelling storyline, as well as its characters, and gave its first season a nearly flawless score of 99%.
Star Trek’s storyline is bound to keep you entertained for a while if you’ve been waiting to watch the new season or looking for a new series to binge-watch.
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What’s the story behind Star Trek: Strange New Worlds?
Star Trek: Discovery’s spinoff ran from 2017 to 2024, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. It follows the USS Enterprise’s Starship storyline. Christopher Pike, Ethan Peck, Christopher Pike, and Christine Chapel are among the actors in the cast, along with Anson Mount and Jess Bush.
Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, which is set in the 23rd century, takes place between the start of the Star Trek franchise and the end of the Next Generation. The Star Trek crew embodies the spirit of the Star Trek mission as they explore new worlds throughout the galaxy.
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Where can I watch Star Trek: Strange New Worlds online?
10 episodes are included in Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ first, second, and third seasons. Free of charge, the first season can now be streamed on ITVX. You read that correctly, yes. Future seasons will include the second and third seasons.
Fans can also subscribe to Paramount+ and watch all three seasons of Strange New Worlds. A 7-day free trial of the streaming service is provided, followed by a standard plan costing £7.99 per month, or a premium plan costs £10.99 per month.
On Amazon Prime Video, you can also purchase individual episodes or full seasons for just £2.49 or £4.99 per season. Additionally, the series can be streamed on Sky Store for just £2.99 per episode.
