David Nalbandian retains 19th position in ATP rankingMarch 21, 2011 - 16:06 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Argentina’s David Nalbandian retains his position in the men’s tennis rankings released by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) on March 21, 2011. The tennis player is 19th with 1630 points to his score. Spaniard Rafael Nadal continues to top the rankings, followed by Novak Djokovic (Serbia) who climbed 1 point and Roger Federer (Switzerland), who dropped one. David Nalbandian is facing a two-month spell on the sidelines after surgeries for a hernia problem and torn adductor muscle. The plan is for David to return at the Masters in Madrid to launch on May 1or at the Masters in Rome due May 8. Top stories Armenian gymnast, Olympic bronze medalist Artur Davtyan has reached the finals of the World Cup. Gor Manvelyan has denied reports alleging that he has expressed a desire to one day play for the French national team. Roma midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan is not considering FC Spartak Moscow as his next haven, according to fresh reports. 10 Armenian lifters will compete in the 2021 World Championships scheduled to be held from 7 to 17 December in Tashkent. Partner news | European Parliament to discuss repression in Azerbaijan The European Parliament will discuss repression of civil society in Azerbaijan on April 24 PACE wants concessions from Azerbaijan to accept Baku back A PACE co-rapporteur said that Azerbaijani authorities must make certain concessions so that the country can return to PACE. Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide. Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed. |