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Karthikeyan Murali: Meet ‘Karthi Anna’ who helped R Vaishali bounce back at Grand Swiss

R Vaishali was set to skip the FIDE Grand Swiss 2025, but Karthikeyan Murali’s encouragement changed the game as she went on to win the tournament.

Garry Kasparov stuns Vishy Anand with a pre-move as commentator goes crazy: ‘Did you see that?’

Chess legend Garry Kasparov pulled off a pre-move against Indian great Vishy Anand during a blitz game on Day 1 of the Clutch Chess: Legends 2025 event.

India vs Singapore Football: Blue Tigers' make-or-break week starts away from home

The Indian football team will be facing Singapore twice in less than a week in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers and these two matches can define their entire campaign.

How Cristiano Ronaldo became the world’s first billionaire footballer — from Al Nassr riches to global brand power

Cristiano Ronaldo may not have settled the GOAT debate, but he’s won the wealth race. We take a look at how the legendary Portuguese star built an empire worth over a billion.

Man United manager Ruben Amorim given massive confidence boost by co-owner: 'Ruben needs three years to demonstrate…’

Man United's under-fire manager Ruben Amorim apparently has more time than what critics feel as co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has given the Portuguese tactician a massive confidence boost with his recent podcast.

Novak Djokovic's struggles at Shanghai Masters force ATP to consider rule change

The Shanghai Masters 2025 has faced extreme heat, leaving players like Novak Djokovic struggling on court. After several heat-related retirements, the ATP is now considering a new heat policy to protect players.

Why a man from England with cancer is running the length of India in 80 days

Jack Faint, a 32-year-old man from England living with terminal brain cancer, is running nearly 4,000 km across India from Ladakh to Kanyakumari in 80 days. He is supported by a team of volunteers in his long and exhausting journey. Here's why he is doing this.

Nakamura responds to criticism, tells Gukesh to dance to Bollywood song if he wins in India: 'He should start dancing'

Hikaru Nakamura has defended himself after tossing D Gukesh’s king into the crowd during the Checkmate: USA vs India exhibition match in Texas. He even suggested Gukesh dance to Bollywood music if he wins in a reverse match in India later this year.

Why Federer and Zverev’s explosive theory about Alcaraz and Sinner benefiting from court speeds doesn’t hold up

Roger Federer and Alexander Zverev have claimed that the increasingly slower and more uniform tennis courts have benefited Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. But records prove otherwise.

'Another fake out': LeBron James faces backlash after 'Second Decision' turns out to be clickbait campaign

LeBron James’ teaser video titled 'The Second Decision' sparked massive online buzz about his retirement, but fans were left frustrated after it turned out to be an ad campaign. Here’s how social media reacted to the Lakers star’s viral marketing stunt.

Man United’s next possible manager picked by Scholes as Neville slams Amorim, players: ‘You shouldn’t be playing for the club’

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has shared his choice in case manager Ruben Amorim is sacked by the club, while Gary Neville has criticised the coach and players over complaints about the experts.

Why Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat has been banned for one year

Aman Sehrawat’s suspension is reportedly the first time that an Olympic medallist has been banned by an Indian sports federation for discipline issues.

Nakamura throwing Gukesh’s king enrages purists, but Chess is finally breaking free from centuries-old decorum

Hikaru Nakamura throwing away D Gukesh’s king was more a sign of chess breaking free from its centuries-old traditions rather than a mark of disrespect.

Barcelona exploring ways to keep Marcus Rashford without triggering £26m buy clause: Report

Barcelona are reportedly looking to keep Marcus Rashford beyond his loan from Manchester United without paying the £26 million purchase option. Rashford has impressed with three goals and five assists so far, but his long-term future at Camp Nou still remains uncertain.

Former Barcelona defender Jordi Alba announces retirement at end of season

Jordi Alba, former Spain and Barcelona defender, has announced that he will retire at the end of the 2025 MLS season.

This is why Djokovic is the GOAT: 38-year-old ankle injury and sweltering heat to reach Shanghai Masters quarterfinals

Novak Djokovic battled ankle pain, extreme humidity, and a tough challenge from Jaume Munar to reach the Shanghai Masters quarterfinals. The Serbian star won 6-3, 5-7, 6-2 in a brutal two hours and 40 minutes match.

'This makes chess look like a sporting event': Carlsen's coach backs Nakamura after king-toss incident against Gukesh

Hikaru Nakamura’s act of tossing D Gukesh’s king into the crowd during Checkmate: USA vs India sparked controversy, drawing criticism from fans and experts. Magnus Carlsen's former coach has now defended Nakamura.

Novak Djokovic eyes big Roger Federer record as 2025 season nears end

Novak Djokovic is on the verge of breaking Roger Federer’s big record. The Serbian star could make history before the year ends. He is currently taking part in the 2025 Shanghai Masters.

Legends meet again: Anand and Kasparov all set to renew their rivalry with thrilling showdown

Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov will reunite for a thrilling 12-game exhibition match in St. Louis as part of Clutch Chess: The Legends, starting October 8. Catch all the details about the format, prize money, live streaming, and schedule of the iconic showdown.

LeBron James ready to retire? LA Lakers star's ‘The Second Decision’ video sends shockwaves

LeBron James has sparked retirement rumours with a video titled ‘The Second Decision’ on social media. The mystery will be solved on Tuesday.

Why Jannik Sinner could be forced to turn down £4.5 million after Shanghai Masters setback

Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner risks losing £4.5 million in prize money after suffering a leg injury at the Shanghai Masters.

Nakamura explains controversial celebration vs chess world champion Gukesh: 'I was always gonna throw the King'

Hikaru Nakamura hoped that the fans enjoyed him throwing D Gukesh’s king into the crowd after he defeated the teenage chess world champion in an exhibition event in Texas.

Despite fan protests, UEFA says it can’t block Barca, Milan league games in US, Australia

UEFA has 'reluctantly' agreed to Barcelona and AC Milan playing their respective league games in the US and Australia respectively despite massive fan protests.

Gukesh potentially faces Arjun or Pragg in final as FIDE unveils pairings for upcoming World Cup in Goa

Besides the trio of D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa, the upcoming FIDE World Cup – which takes place in the month of November in Goa – also features Divya Deshmukh, who had won the Women's World Cup recently and was handed a wildcard entry.

Why Manchester United legend Gary Neville took down Union Jack flag from his development site

Footballer-turned-property developer Gary Neville, who represented England 85 times and Manchester United throughout his senior career, recently revealed that he had taken down a Union Jack flag at one of his property development sites in Manchester.

Checkmate organisers defend Hikaru Nakamura over controversial gesture, take potshot at FIDE: 'Forced to have fun'

Hikaru Nakamura celebrated his victory over D Gukesh in the final game of 'Checkmate: USA vs India' in Arlington, USA by picking up his opponent's King and throwing it towards the crowd. The event organisers have since responded to criticism over his gesture.

Gukesh does Gukesh things, calmly resets board after Hikaru's controversial gesture in 'Checkmate: USA vs India'

Hikaru Nakamura celebrated his victory over D Gukesh in the final game of 'Checkmate: USA vs India' on Saturday by picking up his opponent's king and throwing it towards the crowd. Here's how the reigning Classical world champion responded...

Why Carlos Alcaraz's decision to withdraw from Shanghai Masters could prove costly for world No 1

Six-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz had withdrawn from the Shanghai Masters last week due to an ankle injury that he had picked up during the opening round of the Japan Open, making it the fourth Masters 1000 tournament that he's skipped this year.

Why has the US government threatened NFL, Bad Bunny with ICE at Super Bowl warning

Bad Bunny being named as the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show performer has created a political storm in the USA, with people from president Donald Trump administration threatening with ICE action.

Michael Schumacher's present condition leaked? What we know after a £12m blackmail attempt and missing hard drive

Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher's health and current condition has been fiercely guarded by his family since he met with a life-altering skiing accident more than a decade ago. A blackmail attempt and a missing hard drive, however, have led to speculation of his true condition being leaked online.