George Kirby's stellar outing and Luke Raley's offensive prowess propelled the Seattle Mariners to a 6-2 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Monday night. Kirby, despite battling a sore knee, showcased his dominance on the mound. He allowed only three hits over seven shutout innings,

The Los Angeles Dodgers extended their winning streak over the San Francisco Giants to four games with a thrilling 6-4 victory in 10 innings on Monday night. Will Smith's two-run double in the extra frame proved to be the game-winner, giving the Dodgers their 20th consecutive game allowing

Indian table tennis star Manika Batra has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Indian woman paddler to break into the top 25 of the world rankings. The 28-year-old rose to a career-best singles ranking of 24 following her impressive performance at the Saudi Smash tournament. Batra's

Olympian Manu Bhaker and Paris quota winner Vijayveer Sidhu emerged victorious in the fourth and final Olympic Selection Trial (OST) for 25m pistol events in Bhopal on Tuesday. Manu, under the guidance of legendary pistol shooter Jaspal Rana, showcased her dominance by equaling the world record with a score of

Indian athletes faced a disappointing day at the ongoing Federation Cup in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, with long jumper Jeswin Aldrin and shot putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor failing to meet the Paris Olympics qualification mark. Aldrin, who holds the national record of 8.42m, managed a best effort of 7.99m,

Caitlin Clark, the NCAA's all-time Division I scoring leader, made her WNBA debut for the Indiana Fever on Tuesday night, but struggled early against the Connecticut Sun. Clark finished with 20 points, but shot just 5-for-15 from the field and had 10 turnovers. The Sun's DeWanna

In a thrilling 10-inning battle at Minute Maid Park, the Houston Astros emerged victorious over the Oakland Athletics, claiming a 2-1 victory. The game took an unexpected turn when Astros starting pitcher Ronel Blanco was ejected in the fourth inning following a foreign substance check. Despite the early setback, the

Diksha Dagar and Pranavi Urs, two of India's most promising golfers, will lead a contingent of seven Indians at the €300,000 Amundi German Masters. The tournament, held at the Seddiner See course near Berlin, will feature 132 players competing in a 72-hole event. Dagar, who will also

The prestigious Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, an annual canine extravaganza, recently graced the hallowed grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center for three days. Over 2,500 elite dogs from across the United States showcased their exceptional qualities, vying for the coveted Best in Show title.

Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra made a triumphant return to Indian soil, claiming the gold medal in the men's javelin throw event at the Federation Cup in Patiala. Despite a slow start, Chopra's spear soared through the evening sky, securing him victory in his first competitive outing

Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra has set his sights firmly on the Paris Olympic Games, scheduled to commence on July 26 in France. Competing in his first domestic competition since his historic gold medal triumph at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games, Chopra showcased his dominance by securing the gold

Max Verstappen, the reigning Formula One world champion, will seek redemption at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix this weekend after suffering two defeats in the season's opening six races. The Red Bull driver will face stiff competition from McLaren's Lando Norris, who will be armed with

The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has forged a multi-year partnership with sports apparel giant Puma, marking a significant milestone for Indian athletics. This collaboration will provide approximately 400 Indian athletes with cutting-edge apparel, footwear, and accessories for both domestic and international competitions. As the official kit sponsor, Puma'

India's table tennis contingent for the upcoming Paris Olympics has been finalized, with veteran Sharath Kamal and world no. 24 Manika Batra leading the men's and women's squads respectively. The six-member teams (three in each section) were selected by the senior selection committee of

Olympian Anjum Moudgil and Paris Olympic Games quota winner Swapnil Kusale emerged victorious in the women's and men's 50m rifle 3-positions events, respectively, at the ongoing Olympic Selection Trials (OST) in Bhopal on Thursday. In the men's 50m rifle 3P final, Kusale, who had

Bhavani Devi, India's pioneering sabre fencer, faces a bittersweet reality as the 2024 Paris Olympics approach. Despite her relentless training and recent achievements, she will not be competing in the Games. After her historic Olympic debut in Tokyo, Bhavani relocated to Orleans, France, to train under renowned coach

Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, the reigning Olympic and World Championships gold medalist, is set to compete in his third competition of the season at the Ostrava Golden Spike athletics meet in Czechia on May 28. This World Athletics Continental Tour Gold label event marks the 63rd edition of the

India's Olympic medal hopes have suffered a significant setback with the provisional suspension of World Championships bronze medalist Parveen Hooda for Whereabouts Failure. The 26-year-old boxer has accumulated three such failures within a year, violating WADA regulations. Hooda's suspension, which carries a potential two-year ineligibility, has

Clarke Schmidt's dominant eight-inning shutout propelled the New York Yankees to a 5-0 victory over the Minnesota Twins, completing a three-game sweep. Schmidt's career-best outing featured eight strikeouts, two singles, and a double allowed, lowering his ERA to 2.49. Anthony Volpe's leadoff home

Billie Jean King, the legendary tennis icon, has made significant contributions both on and off the court. This week, she showcased her versatility by appearing on Jeopardy! and receiving recognition for her groundbreaking work in promoting equality through Billie Jean King Enterprises (BJK Enterprises). On Jeopardy!, King presented clues in

Masters champion Scottie Scheffler's PGA Championship journey took an unexpected turn on Friday morning when he was arrested on his way to the tournament. The incident occurred during a pedestrian fatality investigation, with Scheffler allegedly failing to follow police orders. Scheffler was initially detained in gym shorts and

Anjum Moudgil, a seasoned Indian shooter, has overcome adversity to secure a berth at the Paris Olympics in the women's 50m rifle 3 positions event. After a tumultuous year marked by poor performances and missed opportunities, Moudgil has emerged stronger than ever, proving her resilience and determination. Moudgil&

Sift Kaur Samra, India's rising star in 50m rifle 3 positions shooting, has secured her berth for the Paris Olympics after a remarkable performance at the Asian Games and World Cup. Her journey to the top has been marked by patience, resilience, and a carefree attitude. Last year,

India's hockey team faced a rude awakening in their recent five-Test series against Australia, losing 5-0 in Perth. The defeat exposed glaring weaknesses in the team, particularly in their inability to score field goals and their poor defensive work. Vice-captain Hardik Singh acknowledged the wake-up call, stating that

Doping Crackdown: AFI Punishes Coaches of Sanctioned Athletes In a bid to curb the rising cases of doping in Indian athletics, the Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has implemented a stringent policy that holds coaches accountable for the actions of their athletes. Under the new policy, athletes will be required