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How will Gukesh, Carlsen be affected after Nakamura's tactics force FIDE to alter rules? Here's what you need to know

Hikaru Nakamura's sly tactics in order to qualify for next year's Candidates tournament via the rating spot has forced FIDE to take notice and alter its rules. Here's how the rule change affects other top players such as world champion D Gukesh and world No 1 Magnus Carlsen.

Gareth Southgate not interested to take Manchester United job if Ruben Amorim is sacked: Report

Manchester United are facing questions over Ruben Amorim’s future after a poor start to the 2025-26 season. Former England manager Gareth Southgate was one of the contenders to take over from Amorim if United decide to sack him. However, a report claims he would likely reject an offer if approached for coaching.

Kobbie Mainoo reportedly eyes move to Italy in January as three clubs hunt for sidelined Manchester United star

Mainoo has not started in any of Manchester United's matches this season barring the humiliating League Cup loss against Grimsby Town and is reportedly eyeing a move away from Old Trafford at the earliest.

UEFA Champions League: PSG beat Barcelona, Arsenal, Napoli, Dortmund, Newcastle win

Goncalo Ramos scored a 90th-minute winner as PSG defeated Barcelona 2-1 in the Champions League. Manchester City and Villarreal held to draws, while Arsenal beat Olympiakos 2-0.

Premier League to host a week-long fan engagement and community festival in Mumbai

Premier League legend, and former Ballon d’Or winner Michael Owen to engage with fans at a special screening as well as football communities in Mumbai

High-speed thrills await as Indian Racing Festival roars into Kari Motor Speedway for Round 3

The Indian Racing Festival roars back this weekend (October 4–5) at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore, where Round 3 promises speed, drama, and razor-thin margins.

Man United legend emerges as Ruben Amorim's back-up option if Portuguese coach is sacked

As Manchester United continue to struggle for form and victories under Ruben Amorim, a former legendary midfielder has emerged as a back-up option in English media.

Magnus Carlsen becomes father for first time; FIDE makes funny congratulatory tweet: 'Carlsen has great...'

FIDE sent a unique congratulatory message to chess legend Magnus Carlsen after he became a father for the first time. The message is seen as a self-deprecating joke by FIDE.

Osimhen sinks Liverpool, Mourinho loses at Chelsea as Real Madrid and Bayern Munich roar in Champions League

Victor Osimhen's penalty gives Galatasaray a Champions League win over Liverpool, Chelsea beat Jose Mourinho's Benfica, while Kylian Mbappe scores a hat-trick for Real Madrid.

Lacking top competition, Sumit Antil still does what he does best — sets a new record and wins gold for India

Sumit Antil fought off a sore arm and a lack of motivation to set a new World Para Athletics Championships record and clinch the men’s javelin throw F64 gold, as India bagged four medals on Tuesday.

Usain Bolt races through Asia’s largest spice market in Delhi with PV Sindhu, PR Sreejesh and Animesh Kujur

Sprint legend Usain Bolt is on a trip to India and on Tuesday he raced at the Asia's largest spice market Khari Baoli in Delhi, with PV Sindhu, PR Sreejesh and Animesh Kujur.

Mohun Bagan face fans’ ire and threat of sanctions after removal from AFC Champions League Two: ‘Clown management and players’

Mohun Bagan Super Giant have been kicked out of the AFC Champions League Two for a second consecutive season and face the threat of sanctions after refusing to travel to Iran.

Jose Mourinho delivers emotional press conference before highly-anticipated Chelsea return: 'I will always be a blue'

Jose Mourinho returns to Chelsea on Tuesday but this time as Benfica's manager as the Portuguese club face off against London team in the UEFA Champions League.

Oliver Glasner responds to Man United links as Ruben Amorim faces sack threat

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner is the latest to be linked with a possible opening at the Man United as Ruben Amorim continues to struggle at Old Trafford.

Why UEFA is unlikely to block Israel from World Cup qualifiers despite pressure

UEFA is facing pressure to suspend Israel from its competitions amid the Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, a new report has emerged suggesting that UEFA is unlikely to ban Israel from World Cup qualifiers in Europe despite the pressure.

Rinku beats destiny as India clinch javelin gold and silver at World Para Athletics Championships 2025

Always second-best, Rinku Hooda defied destiny to clinch a memorable gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in Delhi.

Xavi is ready to replace Ruben Amorim at Manchester United as pressure mounts on coach: Report

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is under fire after a poor start to the 2025-26 season. There are reports suggesting former Barcelona coach Xavi as potential replacement for Amorim.

Husband Ohanian comes out in Serena Williams' support after cotton controversy: 'Breathtakingly stupid'

The Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian slammed the critics as he defended his wife Serena Williams after a New York Post’s Page Six piece created a cotton controversy.

50-year-old Sandro Dias skates down 22-storey building to break two world records - WATCH

Brazilian skateboarding legend Sandro Dias set two Guinness World Records after skating down a 22-storey building in Porto Alegre. Watch the jaw-dropping Red Bull stunt that turned an urban legend into reality.

Zinedine Zidane linked to Manchester United job but would need guarantees before joining

Former France international Emmanuel Petit has said that Zinedine Zidane would need guarantees if he were to take the Manchester United job. Ruben Amorim is under pressure to deliver as United continue to struggle in Premier League.

Why tennis legend Serena Williams' comment on hotel decor has left the internet divided

Serena Williams, one of the greatest tennis players ever with 23 Grand Slam titles to her name, had recently expressed unease over a cotton plant arrangement in the hallway of a hotel in New York City recently, which has drawn mixed reactions from social media users.

'Anybody can win on a given day': Anish Giri wonders if Magnus Carlsen can still dominate, gives Gukesh's example

Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri has suggested that even Magnus Carlsen might find it hard to dominate classical chess in the current time. Giri gave the examples of D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa to make his point.

Anand debunks Abdusattorov's Gukesh prediction for World Chess Championship: 'He has confidence to accept new challenges'

Despite admitting that D Gukesh has struggled as chess world champion, legendary Viswanathan Anand has a different option than Nodirbek Abdusattorov about the 2026 World Chess Championship.

Man United manager Amorim blasts his players as he clarifies stance on quitting the club: ‘We need to have more personality’

A furious Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim did not hold back as he blasted his players after the defeat to Brentford and also clarified his stance on leaving the club.

Empty stands, golden leap: Shailesh Kumar makes history as Delhi stays away from World Para Athletics 2025 opener

The opening day of action at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 witnessed a handful of fans in Delhi turn up to watch the para athletes, who have beat the toughest challenges to make India proud but are still struggling for recognition.

Amorim's Old Trafford future even more uncertain after United crash to stunning 1-3 loss at Brentford

Igor Thiago fired a brace while Mathias Jensen sealed victory for Brentford with a stoppage-time winner. Benjamin Sesko scored his maiden goal for Manchester United to halve the deficit while Bruno Fernandes missed out on a golden opportunity to level the scores with a penalty.

Brentford vs Manchester United Highlights: United sink deeper as Thiago's brace helps Brentford win 3-1

Brentford vs Manchester United Highlights: Igor Thiago fires a brace inside the first 20 minutes while Mathias Jensen seals Brentford's victory with a stoppage-time screamer as Manchester United suffer yet another defeat in what has been a forgettable start to the 2025-26 season.

World Para Athletics Championships 2025: Top international stars to watch in New Delhi

Get to know the top international athletes to watch at the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, including Catherine Debrunner, Fleur Jong, Markus Rehm, and more.

'He is going to play in...': Novak Djokovic's retirement plans revealed as he aims to win 25th Grand Slam

Novak Djokovic's plans to retire have been revealed by former coach Mark Knowles as the 38-year-old Serbian continues to chase his 25th Grand Slam title.

Paralysed at 16, Pranav Soorma now aims to become a world champion: 'Win medals and set records'

Indian para-athlete Pranav Soorma, who suffered a spinal cord injury at 16, is now makes waves with international medals, including Asian Para Games gold and Paris Paralympics silver. Ahead of the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, Pranav shared his motivating journey and revealed his goals for the home event.