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Atletico Ban Spectator Who Threw Object During Interrupted Madrid Derby

Atletico Madrid's players applaud at the end of the Spanish league football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at the Metropolitano stadium in Madrid on September 29, 2024. (AFP)
Atletico Madrid's players applaud at the end of the Spanish league football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at the Metropolitano stadium in Madrid on September 29, 2024. (AFP)
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Atletico Ban Spectator Who Threw Object During Interrupted Madrid Derby

Atletico Madrid's players applaud at the end of the Spanish league football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at the Metropolitano stadium in Madrid on September 29, 2024. (AFP)
Atletico Madrid's players applaud at the end of the Spanish league football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid CF at the Metropolitano stadium in Madrid on September 29, 2024. (AFP)

Atletico Madrid on Monday said they have imposed a permanent stadium ban on a fan who police identified as throwing an object onto the pitch during Sunday's LaLiga match against local rivals Real Madrid.

The match was suspended for 20 minutes due to Atletico fans throwing objects towards Real's goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois after the visitors took the lead in the second half. Atletico salvaged a 1-1 draw after Angel Correa scored in added time.

"Our Security Department continues to work with the Police to identify the rest of those involved, who will be permanently expelled," Atletico said in a statement.

The club said it will also prohibit the use of any element or garment that allows a person to hide their identity inside the stadium.

Atletico, fourth in LaLiga, will visit Benfica for a Champions League clash on Wednesday.

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Australian Tennis Great Fred Stolle has Died at Age 86

FILE PHOTO: Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - 30/5/15 Mens Singles - Former Austrailan player Fred Stolle is presented with an award by FFT President Jean Gachassin. Action Images via Reuters / Jason Cairnduff Livepic/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - 30/5/15 Mens Singles - Former Austrailan player Fred Stolle is presented with an award by FFT President Jean Gachassin. Action Images via Reuters / Jason Cairnduff Livepic/File Photo
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Australian Tennis Great Fred Stolle has Died at Age 86

FILE PHOTO: Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - 30/5/15 Mens Singles - Former Austrailan player Fred Stolle is presented with an award by FFT President Jean Gachassin. Action Images via Reuters / Jason Cairnduff Livepic/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - 30/5/15 Mens Singles - Former Austrailan player Fred Stolle is presented with an award by FFT President Jean Gachassin. Action Images via Reuters / Jason Cairnduff Livepic/File Photo

Fred Stolle, a two-time major winner and member of three Davis Cup-winning teams, has died, Tennis Australia said Thursday. He was 86.
Tennis Australia CEO Craig Tiley described Stolle as an “iconic figure” in tennis as a player and later as a commentator for Australia's Nine Network and for CBS and Fox Sports. Tiley did not provide a cause of death, The Associated Press reported.
Tiley said Stolle was part of Australia's successful era in the 1960s as tennis progressed from an amateur to a professional sport.
“His legacy is one of excellence, dedication, and a profound love for tennis," Tiley said. "His impact on the sport will be remembered and cherished by all who had the privilege to witness his contributions.
“A star member of Australia’s Davis Cup team, Fred made significant contributions to the sport following his decorated career, as a coach and astute commentator."
Stolle lost the first five Grand Slam singles finals he reached — including four times to fellow Australian Roy Emerson — before beating Tony Roche to win the 1965 French Open. He won the US Open in 1966, beating John Newcombe in the final, and held the No. 1 ranking.
He won 10 men's doubles titles at Grand Slams from 1962-69. He also won seven mixed doubles at the majors.
Stolle was born in Sydney but lived in the United States after his playing career.
Tennis Australia said Stolle is survived by his wife, Pat, his son Sandon — a former tennis professional — and daughters Monique and Nadine.
Rod Laver, an Australian who won 11 major titles including the calendar-year Grand Slams in 1962 and 1969, posted a tribute to Stolle on X.
“As I wrote in my book on the Golden Era of Aussie tennis, Fred Stolle was too nice a guy to hold a grudge. He won many Grand Slams and was in the finals of many more. It took the best to beat the best,” Laver posted. “We never tired of reliving the past as we travelled the world looking into the future with an enduring love of the sport.”