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Raahul VS becomes India's 91st Grandmaster with ASEAN Individual Championship triumph

Just a week after Illamparthi AR became the 90th Grandmaster from India, Raahul VS has added to the list with his victory at the ASEAN Individual Championship.

Ivanchuk praises FIDE World Cup in Goa after Nepomniachtchi’s criticism: 'I have no complaints'

Ukrainian chess legend Vassily Ivanchuk praised the organisers of the FIDE World Cup 2025 in Goa days after Russian GM Ian Nepomniachtchi criticised the tournament conditions following his early exit.

FIDE World Cup 2025: Erigaisi, Harikrishna register emphatic wins; Gukesh, Pragg draw with black in Game 1 of Round 3

Indian Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi and P Harikrishna scored impressive wins in Round 3 of the FIDE World Cup 2025 in Goa, while Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Vidit Gujrathi settled for draws.

Cristiano Ronaldo finally breaks silence on missing Portugal teammate Diogo Jota's funeral: 'Wherever I go, it is...'

Cristiano Ronaldo faced criticism on social media after not turning up for the funeral of Portugal and Liverpool star Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. And four months after a car accident claimed the lives of the siblings, the Al-Nassr star explained the reason for his absence.

Crisis in Indian football worsens after AIFF fails to attract single bid for ISL

The AIFF had launched a tender process last month to hunt for a new commercial partner for the Indian Super League. On the 7 November deadline, however, the Kalyan Chaubey-led body failed to attract a single bid for its premier football league.

Djokovic opens up on fatherhood since relocating to Athens with family: 'The greatest lesson of being a father...'

Novak Djokovic, who had shifted base from Belgrade in his home country of Serbia to Athens in Greece in September, shares some of the life lessons he has picked up in his late 30s, especially on spending time with his children Stefan and Tara.

Para-archery sensation Sheetal Devi makes history after being included in India's able-bodied junior team

Compound para-archer Sheetal Devi, who had won mixed team bronze in the Paralympic Games in Paris last year, was included in India's able-bodied team for the upcoming Asia Cup Stage 3 in Jeddah after finishing third in the national trials in Sonipat.

Novak Djokovic included in ATP Finals draw despite uncertainty over his participation in Turin

Novak Djokovic, who has won the season-ending ATP Finals a record seven times, has been included in the Jimmy Connors Group alongside top-seed Carlos Alcaraz, Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur.

Indian football set for a historic first with two overseas players set to join Blue Tigers national camp: Report

The inclusion of defender Abneet Bharti and winger Ryan Williams in Khalid Jamil's national camp in Bengaluru marks a historic moment in Indian football, which had slammed its doors shut on foreign players including OCIs all these years.

Is FIFA's peace prize another attempt to make US President Donald Trump happy?

FIFA has announced a new annual peace prize that will be first given on December 5 when the draw for the 2026 World Cup takes place. Reports suggest Donald Trump could become the first winner of the FIFA peace prize.

Magnus Carlsen's coach attacks FIDE over absence of top-three players at World Cup in Goa: 'Would cause an outrage'

While the FIDE World Cup in Arpora, Goa features some of the best players in the world including reigning world champion D Gukesh, the absence of the top three players – Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura and Fabiano Caruana – has not gone unnoticed.

Ian Nepomniachtchi slammed after blaming conditions in India following FIDE World Cup exit: 'Sore loser this guy'

Indian Grandmaster Diptayan Ghosh pulled off a stunning upset at the 2025 FIDE World Cup, defeating two-time Candidates winner Ian Nepomniachtchi. The Russian’s post-match comments blaming conditions in India sparked outrage among fans.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s new World Cup remark stirs controversy among fans: 'This guy is shameless'

Cristiano Ronaldo has sparked controversy after saying that winning the World Cup is not his dream, contradicting his emotional 2022 statement calling it his biggest ambition. Fans accused the Portuguese star of hypocrisy following his latest comments.

'If I don’t push myself at this age, when am I going to push myself': Gukesh on playing back-to-back events on opposite ends of the world

World Champion D Gukesh registered a 1.5-0.5 win over Kazakhstan’s Kazybek Nogerbek in Round 2 of the 2025 FIDE World Cup in Goa. The 19-year-old Indian star spoke about his form, preparation, and excitement of playing in India after two years.

Desperate for a turnaround, Gukesh begins FIDE World Cup campaign on ideal note: 'Was just enjoying my positions'

After failing to convert a promising position in Game 1 on Round 2, reigning world champion D Gukesh expressed delight over finding himself in a "dominant position" in Game 2 on Wednesday, which took him into the third round.

Djokovic interrupted by family members with quirky question during press conference: 'Maybe just take him for a second'

Novak Djokovic was speaking to reporters after beginning his ATP Hellenic Championships campaign with a victory over Alejandro Tabilo when he was interrupted by his wife Jelena and children Stefan and Tara.

Cristiano Ronaldo responds to Lionel Messi 'greatest' debate with bold take: 'Don’t want to be humble'

While the Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lionel Messi debate continues to divide the football community the world over, the Portuguese superstar was anything but humble when asked for his opinion in a chat with eminent journalist and television presenter Piers Morgan.

'Minister of Happiness' no more: Jabeur reveals silent battle with depression amid punishing tennis schedule

Ons Jabeur has criticised the packed tennis calendar while admitting that she battled depression and burnout due to the WTA’s gruelling schedule.

Sunil Chhetri missing as India name probables for Bangladesh football match in November

India’s football match against Bangladesh will be a part of the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers, but the Blue Tigers are already out of the race.

Viswanathan Anand criticises Vladimir Kramnik's anti-cheating crusade: ‘Most of us are quite disappointed’

Viswanathan Anand has finally spoken against Vladimir Kramnik and his anti-cheating crusade after keeping mum and facing criticism for the same.

Ruben Amorim earns Ronaldo’s approval for work done at Manchester United: ‘He's doing his best’

While praising Ruben Amorim for his efforts at Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo called out the club’s management and some of the players, blaming them for the team’s prolonged poor form.

WATCH: David Beckham, one of football’s biggest stars, knighted by King Charles at Windsor Castle

David Beckham once ruled the hearts with his delectable football before becoming a businessman. He was knighted for his contributions to sport and charitable causes.

Novak Djokovic breaks silence on leaving Serbia, moving family to Greece: ‘Athens is in my heart’

Novak Djokovic has finally reacted to uprooting his family from Serbia and moving them to Greece as he won his opening game at the Hellenic Championship on Tuesdau.

FIDE World Cup 2025: Arjun Erigaisi, Pranav shine with black as Gukesh, Vidit hold rivals to draws

Indian Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi and V Pranav registered impressive wins with black pieces in Round 2 of the FIDE World Cup 2025 in Goa, while Vidit Gujrathi held 12-year-old IM Faustino Oro to a draw after surviving time pressure.

Barcelona open to making Marcus Rashford loan deal permanent but on one condition: 'The plan is that...'

Marcus Rashford's move to Barcelona from Manchester United on a loan has worked wonders for the English forward. However, to make the deal permanent, he might have to suffer a bit.

Premier League Hall of Fame: Gary Neville, Eden Hazard become latest inductees

Neville enjoyed a stellar 19-year run with Manchester United, winning the Premier League eight times while Hazard spearheaded Chelsea's attack during their two Premier League triumphs in 2014-15 and 2016-17

UCL talking points: Alexander-Arnold’s emotional Anfield return, Dembele fit and key clashes ahead

Trent Alexander-Arnold could expect a rancorous welcome as he gets ready to return to Anfield during Real Madrid’s Champions League match against Liverpool. Elsewhere, defending champions PSG face Bayern.

Magnus missing in Goa: Why world No 1 Carlsen is not participating in FIDE Chess World Cup in India

Some of the best chess players have descended upon Goa for the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, but world No 1 Magnus Carlsen is nowhere to be seen. We explore why Carlsen has skipped the trip to India.

Novak Djokovic’s ATP Finals call becoming clear amid speculation as Hellenic Championship begins

Amid speculation that Novak Djokovic could miss the ATP Finals 2025 in Turin, the Italian Tennis President Angelo Binaghi has revealed a major news.

Olympic blow for Mirabai Chanu as 49kg event scrapped for LA 2028, lifter forced to move up

India’s weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu faces a new challenge besides her injury issues as her preferred weight class has been dropped from the 2028 LA Olympics.