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tournament

[toor-nuh-muhnt, tur-] / ˈtʊər nə mənt, ˈtɜr- /


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There is his business life, his philanthropic work, plus the Laver Cup, the tournament Federer and agent Tony Godsick launched in honor of the great Aussie Rocket.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 25, 2026

Six-time major champion Faldo is promoting the Belfry tournament while LIV's boss Scott O'Neil continues his quest to replace Saudi Arabian funding.

From BBC Aug. 25, 2026

Trying his hand at player evaluation, he sat in the stands during the Southeastern Conference tournament.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 25, 2026

Federer may no longer have the most major tournament victories—both Novak Djokovic and Nadal put his 20 in the rear view for men’s singles—but his leaping, balletic style remains the sport’s aesthetic ideal.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 25, 2026

Bobby knew of him, of course, having played over his games from the Amsterdam tournament of 1956 and also from seeing him from afar at the USA–USSR match in New York four years earlier.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

He turned up for Rafa’s farewell lap and you can still see him at courtside at major tournaments.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 25, 2026

During Chelsea's pre-season tour of Australia, he spoke of having a point to prove and admitted a lengthy summer break felt unusual after featuring in major tournaments in each of the previous three years.

From BBC Aug. 24, 2026

Scholars are expected to compete in weekly university tournaments as well as representing the university at in-person events.

From BBC Aug. 23, 2026

LIV has brought in high-profile musical acts to perform for fans at its tournaments.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 22, 2026

Champion, who would hold the title for twenty-seven years, would always have a place to live with his family and to play, teach, and conduct tournaments.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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