Tennis

Zverev Powers into Paris Masters Final, Defeats Rune

Germany's Alexander Zverev, the 2020 Paris Masters runner-up, has booked his place in the final of the 2024 edition after defeating Holger Rune of Denmark in the semi-finals. Zverev's 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) victory on Saturday marked his second ATP 1000-level final of the season, following

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PSG Extend Ligue 1 Lead with Narrow Win over Lens

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) extended their lead atop the French Ligue 1 standings to six points on Saturday with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Lens. The defending champions' triumph was secured by an early goal from Ousmane Dembélé, who has been in impressive form since returning from injury. Dembélé'

Tennis

Zverev Favored to Overcome Humbert in Paris Masters Final

Ugo Humbert's dream run at the Rolex Paris Masters has propelled him to his first Masters 1000 final, where he faces the formidable Alexander Zverev. Humbert's impressive victories over Alcaraz and Khachanov have showcased his elevated level of play. However, data analysis reveals that Zverev holds

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Neymar Performs Coin Toss at WTA Finals, Draws Star-Struck Attention

Soccer legend Neymar graced the WTA Finals in Riyadh, performing the ceremonial coin toss before the singles match between Jasmine Paolini and Elena Rybakina. The Brazilian star, now playing for Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League, has been an avid tennis spectator lately, supporting Carlos Alcaraz at the Six

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Ugo Humbert Makes History, Reaches Paris Masters Final

Ugo Humbert, the 26-year-old French left-hander, has made history by becoming the first Frenchman to reach the singles final of the ATP Masters 1000 event in Paris since Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in 2008. Humbert's remarkable journey to the final has been marked by stunning victories over world No. 2

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Jasmine Paolini Makes History with WTA Finals Debut Victory

Jasmine Paolini's WTA Finals debut was a resounding success as she overcame Elena Rybakina in a thrilling 7-6 (5), 6-4 encounter. The Italian's victory marked a historic moment for her country, making her the first Italian to compete and win a match at the WTA Finals

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Dev Patel to Star in Tennis Crime Thriller 'The Journeyman'

Dev Patel to Star in Tennis Crime Thriller 'The Journeyman' Academy Award nominee Dev Patel is set to star in "The Journeyman," an upcoming crime thriller that delves into the dark world of match-fixing in tennis. Patel will portray a struggling tennis pro who becomes entangled

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Sabalenka Dominates Zheng in WTA Finals Opener

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka has kicked off her WTA Finals campaign in Riyadh with a dominant 6-3, 6-4 victory over Zheng Qinwen. The Belarusian star is aiming to secure both the year-end title and the No. 1 ranking, and her performance against Zheng was a testament to her determination.

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Norris Triumphs in Sao Paulo Sprint, Narrowing Verstappen's Lead

Lando Norris's triumph in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix sprint race has narrowed Max Verstappen's lead in the Formula One drivers' championship to 45 points. The McLaren driver's victory, ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri, marks his first career sprint race win. Norris took

Football

Newcastle Stuns Arsenal, Dents Title Hopes

Newcastle United dealt a significant blow to Arsenal's Premier League title aspirations on Saturday, securing a crucial 1-0 victory at St James' Park. The result handed Manchester City the opportunity to extend their lead at the summit to eight points. Alexander Isak emerged as the hero for

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Gautam Gambhir Wishes Bollywood Icon Shah Rukh Khan on 59th Birthday

Gautam Gambhir Extends Birthday Wishes to Bollywood Icon Shah Rukh Khan Former Indian cricket team head coach Gautam Gambhir has extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on his 59th birthday. Gambhir, who was the mentor of the Shah Rukh Khan-owned IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders, took

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LSG Aims to Retain Core Players in IPL Mega Auction

Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, has set its sights on retaining a strong core of players from last year's squad in the upcoming mega auction. Head coach Justin Langer revealed that the team's objective is to bring back as many players

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India Faces Stern Test on Deteriorating Wankhede Pitch

Despite New Zealand's slim lead of 143 runs with only one wicket remaining in their second innings, spinner Ajaz Patel believes India will face a challenging chase on a deteriorating Wankhede pitch. Patel, who claimed five wickets in India's first innings, highlighted the unpredictable nature of

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Shubman Gill's 90 Gives India Advantage in Indore Test

Shubman Gill's technical prowess and unwavering determination were on full display as he crafted a magnificent 90-run knock on a challenging Indore pitch, giving India a crucial advantage in the third and final Test against New Zealand. Gill's innings was a testament to his meticulous preparation,

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Jadeja-Sundar Spin Duo Dominates, But Sundar's No-Balls Frustrate Gavaskar

India's Spin Duo Dominates Day 1 of Mumbai Test, But Sundar's No-Balls Disappoint Gavaskar The opening day of the Mumbai Test between India and New Zealand witnessed a dominant performance from India's spin duo, Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar. The pair combined to claim

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Aryna Sabalenka Finds Home Away from Home in Miami

Aryna Sabalenka, the reigning US Open champion, has made Miami her home away from home. After her triumph at Flushing Meadows, Sabalenka cut short her trip to Fashion Week to celebrate her boyfriend's birthday in Florida. "We went home to spend time there and just recharge,"

Cricket

England Opt to Field First in Second ODI Against West Indies

England won the toss and elected to field first in the second ODI against West Indies in Antigua. The hosts made one change to their lineup, with Shamar Joseph replacing Alzarri Joseph, who was ruled out as a precautionary measure. England's captain, Liam Livingstone, expressed confidence in his

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MS Dhoni's CSK Retention Sparks Captaincy Debate

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 mega auctions are set to take place in November, and the franchises have announced their retentions. Among the notable retentions, MS Dhoni's return to Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has garnered significant attention. CSK retained Dhoni for Rs 4 crore under the uncapped

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Indian Spinners Trigger New Zealand Collapse in Mumbai Test

India's spin trio of Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Washington Sundar wreaked havoc on New Zealand's batting lineup on the second day of the third and final Test in Mumbai, triggering a collapse that handed India a significant advantage. The Kiwis lost eight wickets in the

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Ashwin Raises Concerns Over India's Chase on Unusual Wankhede Wicket

Senior off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has expressed concerns about India's chase of around 150 runs on a Wankhede wicket that has been behaving differently at both ends. New Zealand ended the second day of the second Test with an overall lead of 143, which former India captain Anil Kumble

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Ashwin's Stunning Catch Breaks Crucial Partnership in Mumbai Test

Ravichandran Ashwin's fielding brilliance was on full display on Day 2 of the third and final India-New Zealand Test in Mumbai, as he pulled off a stunning sideways running catch to dismiss the dangerous Daryl Mitchell. Mitchell, who had been a thorn in India's side throughout

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Ravichandran Ashwin Bats at Number 10 for First Time in Test Career

Ravichandran Ashwin, India's premier off-spinner, made history on day two of the third Test against New Zealand at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai by batting at number 10 for the first time in his illustrious Test career. Throughout his career, Ashwin has primarily batted at number 8, where

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Akash Deep's In-swinger Stuns Latham in Mumbai Test

Akash Deep's Fiery In-swinger Stuns Tom Latham in Mumbai Test On Day 2 of the third and final Test in Mumbai, Indian pacer Akash Deep unleashed a breathtaking in-swinger that left New Zealand skipper Tom Latham in awe. The incident occurred in the first over of the Kiwis&

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Rohit Rajpal Clarifies "Shut-Up" Remark, Defends Davis Cup Captaincy

India's non-playing Davis Cup captain Rohit Rajpal has clarified his controversial "shut-up" remark, stating that it was directed at a few "agenda-driven" individuals targeting him, not the entire tennis community. Rajpal, who took over as captain in 2019, has faced criticism over his credentials,

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WA Seizes Control in Sheffield Shield Clash with Tasmania

Western Australia's Hilton Cartwright survived a controversial caught-behind decision to guide his team to a commanding position in their Sheffield Shield clash with Tasmania at Bellerive Oval. After Sam Fanning laid a solid foundation with a patient 68, Jayden Goodwin (73 not out) and Cartwright (48 not out)