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Hi, Rusty!
We are back - somewhat dampened by the rain!
Yes, I am sure that BT Sport were indeed supporting Jo Konta (which is I why I went on to talk about her, after mentioning the quote!)
But if they used the song title, then I am fairly sure it was a play on words.......or some such!
How is Maria doing?
"Spark"? Ah yes!
I have looked again at the puzzle and have done all three remaining clues now!
It took a while for me to get "knocks out" as meaning "really impresses" though!
I was struggling to account for the "ko".
Thank you for your help!
Your son will be visiting you this evening?

Hello, Elle!
Well done on the crossword puzzle!
I finished mine earlier.
Miss Sharapova won.
Andy Murray was up on Feliciano in Barcelona, too.
But I switched to the Punchestown Races and not sure how the tennis is going.
Yes, I think my son will be here soon.
It is a fine evening here.

Hi, Rusty!
You are fortunate with your fine evening - it is raining steadily here!
Andy Murray went on to beat Feliciano Lopez and is now through to the Quarter Final.
And speaking of sport........
I have received an email from EuroSport giving me an update on the forthcoming sporting events to be shown on EuroSport Player.
There is the ATP Esporil from May 1st - 7th; the IAAF Diamond League across the Summer from May 1st - September 1st; and the French Open from 22nd May - 11th June.
A lot of coverage!
I am doing well!
Is your son still with you?
Did he bring you any "goodies " from the butchers?
His offerings always sound very appetising!

Good evening, Elle!
No goodies this night, just his good self!
This Stuttgart tournament is odd!
Not only is it like a disco, the umpire has to leave the chair each time there is a disputed call, to point to where the ball landed!
They have no Hawkeye there!
So, are you pleased with the Eurosport output across the summer?
Seems quite good?
They are showing Wimbledon and the US Open, and several smaller tournaments, too.
Vroum Vroum Mag runs at Punchestown tomorrow.
My favourite mare!
And first day of Tour de Yorkshire.

Hey, Rusty!
The Stuttgart tournament does sound a trifle archaic in its approach!
I have memories of an irate John McEnroe asking the umpire "You cannot be serious?"
Actually, did you know that Mac has written a book so entitled?
I've always intended to read it....but somehow never have........ he wrote it in 2002.
Yes, if all goes as promised, the outline for tennis and athletics on the EP sounds good for the Summer, doesn't it?
I am looking forward to some decent (from my point of view) forthcoming sport!
No guesses then for what you will be watching tomorrow if Vroum Vroum Mag is racing!
Are you having a (small) bet on her?
Oh and of course , the cycling!!
There will be some wonderful scenery en route through Yorkshire.

Good morning, Elle!
The Stuttgart tournament is a hoot!
It is like watching tennis in a disco.
When they change ends all is in darkness with smaller red and purple lights on!
It is sponsored by Porsche and i wonder if the disco theme is their idea?
I am not sure if I will have a bet today.
But, I will be cheering for Mag!
She races at 17.30 today.
Yes, I shall "try" the Tour de Yorkshire, but the Tour de Romandie is on at the same time and the best riders are there.
Be nice scenery at Romandie, too.
They had snow earlier in the week, and frozen riders!
Off out for my paper and catch up with the gossip at ASDA!

Just back from a few days in Cornwall. Absolutely beautiful, sun shone but very cold and my accommodation owner wouldn't switch on the heating. grrrrr! Kynance Cove sparkling in the sunshine is unforgetable as are the crab sandwiches in the discrete cafe.
Now making grandson's 7th birthday cake

Good morning, Rusty!
A dull and drizzly morning.....a tad warmer though.
I am very late logging in to the Forum today!
We have only just come back from the vets!
Our originally later appointment was brought forward, as the vet has to carry out an operation at 11am., so we had to go there straight after the morning walk.
We were there for the dog's routine anal gland check - fortunately, she is fine - all is ok for another two months!
It is a pity that there are two important cycle races clashing with each other.......maybe you can "skip" from one to the other?
Or does that detract from the thrill of pursuit?
The scenery in Romandie should be beautiful to watch.......
What is your weather like today?
Is it still very cold?



Hello, Ros.
I am so glad that you enjoyed your holiday.
But it was a bit much to be without heating in your holiday accommodation! Especially as we hit such a cold spell!
Could you not deduct a percentage from your bill under such circumstances?
I would have done!

Hello, Elle!
That's a good result at the vet's!
I will have a look at the Tour de Yorkshire first.
They go by an intriguingly named "Robin Hood's Bay" which I have not heard of.
I hope the weather is a bit warmer at Romandy for the riders.
It is a fine day here.
Less cold than it was, but I donned my fine fleece shirt this morning, anyway!
The Tour de Yorkshire is on ITV4, if you want to take in the scenery?
Thomas Voeckler is the defending champ.

Hi, Rusty!
How is your cycling going?
I know of Robin Hood's Bay!
It is a small fishing village and bay of the same name, about five miles south of Whitby, where some friends of ours live.
I have never yet been there, but we might make it one day........
Our friends lived and worked in London for many years, but have retired to Yorkshire.
I have just been speaking to BB....he has an Inset day ( used to be know as a " Baker" day, as originated by Kenneth Baker).
The children do not have school, but the staff attend for "training" purposes.
My daughter took the day off to coincide with this.
BB phoned me from a trampolining play centre!
He is having a great time and wanted to tell me all about it!
I am about to take a look at the 15 x15 crossword ( the QC was easy!)
Have you done yours?