MONTREAL – AT THE DESK: Jean-François Tremblay (4:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.) and Alec Brideau (from 11:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.).

To contact us, we invite you to do so preferably by email to the following address: sfsport@lapressecanadienne.com. Tonight, in case of an emergency, you can reach Jean-François Tremblay at 514-267-6136.

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TENNIS

United States national team

New York — The last major tournament of the season, the US Open, began with an easy win for world number one Iga Swiatek and the elimination of eighth-seeded Maria Sakkari in straight sets. 410 words. Sent at 4:47 p.m. Will be updated.

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Canadian synthesis in Flushing Meadows

New York – Canadian round-up focusing on the evening’s Félix Auger-Aliassime and Milos Raonic games. Future.

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BASEBALL

Nationals-Blue Jays

TORONTO — The Blue Jays, who have lost in four of their last five games, host the Washington Nationals. Protocol and lead with explanations. Game starts at 7:07 p.m. Future.

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Brewers–Cubs

Chicago — The Cubs host the Milwaukee Brewers at 8:05 p.m. Report and lead with quotes. Future.

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Will the ax fall in MLB soon?

No callsign — It’s been five months since the Major League Baseball season started, and the 30 managers who started it are still in office. It’s rather rare. But the ax might fall soon. 582 words. Sent at 12:02 p.m.

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FOOTBALL

CF Mtl: The first of several important weeks

MONTREAL – CF Montreal’s start to the season has tested the patience of fans, but now they’ve built up a small five-point cushion in the standings and face another important week ahead. By Simon Servant. 851 words. Sent at 2:26 p.m.

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John Herdman is leaving Soccer Canada for TFC

Callless – John Herdman has spent more than 10 years directing Canada’s fortunes on the international stage. He must now face what may be the greatest challenge of his career: restoring Toronto FC, Major League Soccer, to its glory. 599 words. Sent at 4:47 p.m.

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MOTOR RACE

Verstappen is destined to make history at Monza

No call sign – What better place than the ‘temple of speed’ for Max Verstappen to set a Formula 1 record with ten straight wins? If he wins the Italian Grand Prix at Monza next weekend, the Dutchman will surpass the mark he shares with Sebastian Vettel. By Jerome Pugmire. 518 words. Sent at 9:47 am.