Lovlina Borgohain, determined to add another Olympic medal to her collection, is set to make her international comeback at the World Championships in Liverpool after a break following the Paris Games. The bronze medalist, who contemplated retirement, was motivated by her performance in Paris and is eager to compete under the new global governing body, World Boxing.
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India overcame a resilient China 4-3 in their Asia Cup opener, despite disallowed goals and a missed penalty stroke. Harmanpreet Singh's hat-trick and Jugraj Singh's goal secured the win, though coach Craig Fulton acknowledged the team's performance was not up to par. India now prepares to face Japan, while China will play Kazakhstan.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will compete in the US Open final. The match is for the number one ranking. Donald Trump will attend the title clash. Sinner is the fourth man to reach all four major finals in a season. This is their 15th meeting and third major final this season. Alcaraz is focusing on consistency.
The US Open final is set for a thrilling showdown between Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova, with a $5 million prize at stake. Anisimova's strong return game poses a significant challenge to Sabalenka's serve, highlighted by her impressive record against top players like Naomi Osaka.
Novak Djokovic, despite a straight-sets defeat to Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open semi-final, remains committed to pursuing Grand Slam titles. The 38-year-old acknowledged the physical challenges posed by younger rivals like Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner in best-of-five matches. Djokovic aims to compete in all Grand Slam tournaments next year, recognizing their paramount importance in tennis.
European football clubs finalized major transfer deals, reshaping team rosters across various leagues. Serie A saw Kevin De Bruyne and Luka Modric move as free agents, while Real Madrid acquired Dean Huijsen. Bayern Munich signed Luis Diaz, and PSG secured Illia Zabarnyi, impacting the competitive landscape for the upcoming season.
India's men's hockey team clinched their fourth Asia Cup title in Rajgir, defeating South Korea 4-1. This victory secured their place in the 2026 FIH Men’s Hockey World Cup. Skipper Harmanpreet Singh emphasized the team's determination to prove their top ranking, while coach Craig Fulton praised their resilience throughout the tournament.
The Saudi Pro League has become a global football powerhouse, luring top talent with record-breaking contracts and royal-level perks. Led by Cristiano Ronaldo’s $240M deal, players like Mahrez, Benzema, and Mané have redefined the league’s prestige. With stars in their prime joining, Saudi Arabia is reshaping football’s future, challenging Europe’s dominance and turning the desert into football’s new frontier.
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were assured of at least a bronze medal at the World Championships in Paris, overcoming their rivals Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in a thrilling quarter-final match. The Indian duo displayed dominance, winning 21-12, 21-19, securing their place in the semifinals against China's Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi. This victory marks India's continued success at the championships since 2011.
Shikhar Dhawan faced questioning by the Enforcement Directorate regarding his alleged connection to the 1xBet betting app in a money laundering investigation. The probe, already involving Suresh Raina and Rana Daggubati, examines promotional activities and their potential role in expanding the platform's reach in India, where real-money betting is largely prohibited.