articles by Nikhila Makker

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Captain Harry Kane leads from the front as England prove they are a different side

Kane’s last-gasp header has not only put England in position to qualify for the Round of 16 with a win over Panama, it has also ensured that the optimism and geniality around the team has not gone up in flames.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: England’s young squad, with no burden of expectations, can surprise with a deep run in Russia

The tempered expectations and zero pre-tournament hype may just work in England’s favour and they could surprise everyone with a deep run at the 2018 World Cup.

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Highlights French Open 2018 Tennis, Rafael Nadal vs Dominic Thiem, men's final: Nadal wins 11th title

Dominic Thiem faces arguably the biggest challenge in sport, overcoming Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros. Follow our live blog for scores and updates from the men's final.

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Highlights, French Open 2018 Tennis, Simona Halep vs Sloane Stephens, women's final: Halep wins first Grand Slam title

US Open champion Sloane Stephens takes on World No 1 Simona Halep in the French Open final. Follow our live blog for scores and updates from Roland Garros.

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French Open 2018, women's final preview: Simona Halep, Sloane Stephens and the pressures of Grand Slam title showdown

The French Open women's final features the top seed Simona Halep against 10th seed Sloane Stephens in an intriguing clash of counter-punchers.

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Highlights French Open 2018, Men's singles semi-finals: Rafael Nadal wins in straight sets, faces Dominic Thiem for 11th title

On Day 13 of the French Open, Thiem faces Cecchinato and Nadal takes on Del Potro in the semi-finals. Follow our live blog for scores and updates from Roland Garros.

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French Open 2018: Rafael Nadal faces Juan Martin del Potro in blockbuster semi-final; Dominic Thiem takes on giant-killing Marco Cecchinato

Seventh seed Dominic Thiem faces World No 72 Marco Cecchinato, followed by the clash between 10-time Roland Garros champion Rafael Nadal and fifth seed Juan Martin del Potro.

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Highlights French Open 2018, Semi-finals: Sloane Stephens defeats Madison Keys; Simona Halep into final

Follow our live blog for live scores and updates from Day 12 of the French Open featuring the likes of Nadal, Halep, Muguruza and Stephens.

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French Open 2018: Can Maria Sharapova end her 18-match losing streak against Serena Williams to add life to lopsided 'rivalry'?

It’s been 14 years since Maria Sharapova defeated Serena Williams. But the the fourth round match against a still-vulnerable Serena represents the best opportunity for Sharapova to defeat her nemesis.

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French Open 2018: Serena Williams, Maria Sharapova overcome different challenges to stay on course for last-16 collision

Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova are both a win away from renewing their lopsided rivalry in the fourth round of the French Open.

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French Open 2018, men’s preview: Rafael Nadal draws easy path to 11th title; loaded bottom half sets up intriguing battles

In the top half of the men’s singles draw at the French Open, Rafael Nadal towers over an easy section, and a stacked bottom half promises plenty of intrigue and fireworks.

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French Open 2018: From Rafael Nadal's La Undecima quest to Serena Williams' return, storylines to watch out for

Ahead of the French Open, here's a look at the major talking points from the clay season so far and six burning questions that loom over Paris.

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What Naomi Osaka and Daria Kasatkina's impressive giant-killing runs at Indian Wells mean for the future of WTA

In Daria Kasatkina and Naomi Osaka, not only do tennis fans have two immensely skilled and talented players, they are also very likable personalities.

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Mayanti Langer on International Women’s Day: 'Length of my hemlines is not going to affect the result of a cricket match'

Firstpost spoke to Langer in an exclusive interview about her journey in the industry, the challenges that she has faced as a woman and her strong beliefs on owning and flaunting her femininity.

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Stefan Edberg interview: Swede great on Roger Federer's longevity, changes that tennis needs and more

Firstpost caught up with Stefan Edberg and he talks about Federer's astonishing resurgence, the current "golden generation" and the upcoming young stars.

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Champions League: Jose Mourinho needs to solve selection jigsaw for Manchester United's crucial trip to Sevilla

Jose Mourinho needs to figure out what is the best way to play all his attacking options if Manchester United wish to make a deep run in the Champions

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Roger Federer returns to World No 1 to complete one of the most remarkable comebacks in sporting history

After his six-month break, Federer came back to tennis in search of that one more elusive Slam. He has, instead, once again established himself as the best player in the world.

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Roger Federer wins 6th Australian Open title: An interactive look at the numbers behind his 20 Grand Slam trophies

Roger Federer became the first man to win 20 Grand Slam titles when he defeated Marin Cilic in the Australian Open final. Here's a look at the incredible numbers in his record-breaking career.

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Highlights, Australian Open 2018, tennis score, men's final match: Roger Federer wins 20th Grand Slam title

Roger Federer meets No 6-seeded Marin Cilic in the Australian Open final as he aims for his 20th Grand Slam title. Follow our live blog for scores and updates.

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Highlights, Australian Open 2018, mixed doubles final: Rohan Bopanna-Timea Babos lose thriller to Mate Pavic-Gabriela Dabrowski

Rohan Bopanna and Timea Babos face Gabriela Dabrwoski-Mate Pavic in the mixed doubles final of Australian Open. Follow our live blog for scores and updates.