Bahraini protesters run for cover from teargas fired by riot police during clashes in a Shiite suburb of the capital Manama, on April 20.
Tens of thousands of Shiite opposition groups protested on Friday, calling the race a public relations stunt that masks the monarchy’s failures to address political discontent.
The Gulf kingdom's Grand Prix has become a flash point in the battle between the ruling royal family and anti-government opposition groups, with Formula One and the sport's governing body drawn in.
Serena Williams leads the American team against Ukraine in the lower division of Fed Cup play, but there is an extra benefit: Olympic eligibility.
Amid great expectations, the Middle East's first Grand Prix was run in Manama in 2004, overcoming sand, delays and fears of terrorism.
Barcelona and Real Madrid will square off in a game that could decide the league title.
Kumar Sangakkara has shown that even as he ages, he has an all-around game that few can match, plus an academic's knowledge of the game.
The distance was established at the 1908 London Games only because the royal family wanted a better view of the start at Windsor Castle and the finish in the Olympic Stadium.
In spite of countless reassurances from the race organizers and the series' stakeholders, there have already been indications that the racing weekend may not pass as peacefully as had been promised.
Barcelona will be tested on Saturday against Real Madrid and on Tuesday against Chelsea, but it is playing at home, where its offense usually thrives.
Radamel Falcao scored two goals to help host Atlético Madrid beat Valencia, 4-2, in the first leg of the Europa League semifinals on Thursday.
Real Madrid and Barcelona will play their Clásico on Saturday between the legs of both teams' Champions League semifinals.
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