3 Things to Know: August 5

Aug 05, 2016
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3 Things to Know: August 5

Murray's awkward flag moment; the Rio men's draw preview; Serena

Published Aug 05, 2016

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Andy Murray still has some time to practice for Friday's opening ceremonies, but he certainly had some struggles with the flag during a photo shoot, first blocking Princess Anne and then not knowing what to do with himself or his country’s flag.

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The three-time Grand Slam champion takes on Viktor Troicki in the first round, which starts Saturday.

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Rafael Nadal returns in Rio, with Novak Djokovic—fresh off a Masters title in Toronto—and a worldwide cast of competitors waiting. With 10 of the Top 20 missing, the Olympics aren’t as anticipated as they could be, but there will still be plenty to watch out for, including Murray’s attempt for a second-straight gold.

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On Thursday in Rio, world No. 1 Serena Williams was asked about Andy Murray, Maria Sharapova, equal pay in tennis and Donald Trump. “I don’t involve myself in politics,” the 34-year-old said. “But I think it is important we should pass the message of love, as opposed to hate.”