Kim Clijsters' first WTA Tour match in eight years ended in defeat to Garbiñe Muguruza at the Dubai Duty Free Championships.
She was beaten 6-2, 7-6 (6) in an hour and 37 minutes.
Meanwhile, Tunisian Ons Jabeur is into the last 16 after beating American Alison Riske, 7-6, 1-6, 6-3. She’ll now play world number 2 Simona Halep.
Czech Barbora Strycova has graduated into the last 16 after beating Amanda Anisimova 7-6, 2-6, 6-4.
Shelton advances to US Open final for Zverev showdown
Ben Shelton defeated compatriot Frances Tiafoe 4-6 6-3 6-3 7-5 in an electric US Open semi-final on Friday to secure a title clash with Alexander Zverev and move closer to ending a 23-year American wait for a men's singles Grand Slam champion.
Pakistan frustrates England after Razaullah's heroics in final test
Pakistan were bowled out for 449 on day three of the final test on Friday, setting England a target of 130 to win after Razaullah provided the fireworks late in the day.
Hotelplanner Tour: Abu Dhabi Challenge returns to Al Ain
Abu Dhabi Challenge will return to the Al Ain Region for the third year as part of the HotelPlanner Tour.
Rybakina beats Gauff to book US Open final against Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina has overpowered Coco Gauff 3-6 6-4 6-4 in a fierce US Open semi-final on Thursday to secure a title showdown with defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and stay on course for a third Grand Slam crown.
FIFA denies claim that Morocco will host 2030 World Cup final
FIFA has responded to a claim by the president of the Royal Moroccan Football Federation that his nation would host the 2030 FIFA World Cup final, saying that decision has not been made yet.
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