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D Gukesh, Divya Deshmukh strike gold as Indians shine in European Chess Club Cup 2025

D Gukesh won gold on Board 1 despite skipping the first two rounds of the 40th edition of the European Chess Club Cup 'Open' tournament. Divya Deshmukh, meanwhile, was the lone Indian to win individual gold in the 'Women' section.

Exclusive | India outclass an Argentine powerhouse and win one for the history books

In what can only be described as a historic showdown in Delhi, India defeated Argentina 10-9 in the 2025 KogniVera International Polo Cup — the capital’s first high-goal international in nearly a decade. Featuring top riders, the thrilling encounter marked a defining moment for India's polo revival

Ruben Amorim says Old Trafford moment was 'really strange' as Man Utd move into top four

Manchester United climbed into the Premier League top four with a 4-2 win over Brighton at Old Trafford. Ruben Amorim praised his players’ bravery after the win and shared a strange moment.

Kramnik threatens legal action against chess stars linking him to Naroditsky's death: ‘Never made any personal attack'

Vladimir Kramnik has been widely accused of indirectly causing Daniel Naroditsky's death by leveling accusations of cheating against the American GM for more than a year without providing credible evidence to back his claims.

Man United vs Brighton Highlights: United 4-2 Brighton; Mbeumo's brace seals thrilling triumph for Red Devils

Manchester United vs Brighton, Premier League match at Old Trafford Highlights: Bryan Mbeumo completes a brace, scoring his second goal in the final minute of stoppage time while Matheus Cunha and Casemiro are among the goals as Manchester United complete a hat-trick of victories.

Vladimir Kramnik continues to face heat over Daniel Naroditsky's death as petition calling for his ban goes viral

Vladimir Kramnik finds himself accused of indirectly causing American GM Daniel Naroditsky's death through his controversial crusade against cheating in chess, with an petition on change.org that calls for him to be banned for life going past 20,000 verified signatures.

Messi’s Kerala trip postponed: Why Argentina football team will not come to India in November

In heartbreaking news for passionate football fans in Kerala, organisers have announced that Lionel Messi and the Argentina football team’s visit to the state in November 2025 has been postponed.

PVL 2025 final: Bengaluru Torpeodes face Mumbai Meteors after beating Ahmedabad Defenders

Bengaluru Torpedoes will play against Mumbai Meteors in the PVL 2025 final on Sunday, October 26th, 2025.

Man United manager Amorim hits back at Liverpool’s Arne slot with no-nonsense verdict: ‘I don’t need anyone…’

A war of words has ensued between Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim and Liverpool’s Arne Slot after the former said he doesn’t need an outsider to evaluate his team.

Arjun Erigaisi urges FIDE to take action against Vladimir Kramnik for Danya's death: 'Prevent him from...'

The chess world is grieving the death of American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky. Arjun Erigaisi is the latest to blame Vladimir Kramnik for Naroditsky’s death and urged FIDE to take action against him.

Ruben Amorim eyes new midfield signing for Man Utd with failed summer targets among options

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is planning a major midfield rebuild ahead of the next transfer window. With Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes expected to leave, United are eyeing new signings including failed summer targets.

Novak Djokovic’s fitness update: Brother provides latest health news and reveals 'specific problems'

Novak Djokovic’s brother Djordje has provided an update on the tennis star’s fitness amid concerns over his participation in the upcoming Hellenic Championship. Djokovic recently withdrew from Paris Masters and retired mid-match in Six Kings Slam.

Why NBA coach and players have been arrested by the FBI in a gambling case

Portland coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were recently arrested by the FBI on charges of sports betting and poker fraud schemes linked to mafia families. This investigation has shaken the NBA as allegations include leaking of insider information.

Pakistan pulls out of Junior Hockey World Cup in India, demands neutral venue but FIH plans replacement team

While Pakistan have demanded for a neutral venue after pulling out of the Junior Hockey World Cup in India, the International Hockey Federation is set to name a replacement team.

How Marta Kostyuk’s ‘testosterone advantage’ claims against Sabalenka and Swiatek sparked outrage

A new tennis controversy has emerged as Marta Kostyuk claimed that higher testosterone levels of Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek gives them an added advantage.

Daniel Naroditsky’s mother breaks silence, hits out at Kramnik over cheating allegations: ‘He cared most about his dignity’

Daniel Naroditsky’s mother has revealed that Vladimir Kramnik’s unfounded cheating allegations took a mental toll on the American Grandmaster, who died at 29 on Sunday.

NBA head coach, player charged in sports betting and Mafia-backed poker schemes

Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups was charged with participating in a conspiracy to fix high-stakes card games, while Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier was accused of using private information on players to win bets on NBA games.

Why Russian, Belarusian athletes have been barred from 2026 Paralympic Winter Games

Russian and Belarusian athletes will not take part in next year's Paralympic Winter Games despite the International Paralympic Committee recently lifting their partial suspensions.

IOC draws red line with Indonesia over Israel visa row, 2036 Olympic dreams in jeopardy

Indonesia has barred Israeli gymnasts from a global event to maintain ‘public order and security,’ but their actions have attracted stern reaction from the International Olympic Committee.

Daniel Naroditsky found unconscious on couch by friends; police find no foul play: Report

The circumstances surrounding American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky's sudden demise at the age of 29 had been kept under the wraps since the news broke on Monday. A recent report, however, reveals shocking new details on the tragic incident.

Vladimir Kramnik hits back at critics after being blamed for Daniel Naroditsky's death: 'Constantly receiving direct threats'

Vladimir Kramnik has been accused of indirectly causing American GM Daniel Naroditsky's death at the age of 29 through his controversial crusade against cheating, in which he had leveled cheating allegations against several players without proof.

Messi back at Barcelona? Report reveals club president Laporta's ambitious plan to bring superstar home

Lionel Messi had bid a tearful goodbye to FC Barcelona, the club whose academy he had attended and had represented at the senior level for 17 years, in the summer of 2021. Club president Joan Laporta, however, is hopeful of bringing the Argentine legend back home in the near future.

FIDE acts against Vladimir Kramnik as chess world blames him for hounding late Daniel Naroditsky: ‘His contributions are undeniable…’

World chess body FIDE has announced that it will investigate Vladimir Kramnik’s cheating accusations and his comments against American Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky, who died suddenly at the age of 29.

Man United reportedly still interested in Brighton midfielder as manager asks him to take responsibility

Manchester United are reportedly still interested on signing a Brighton midfielder that they missed out on in the last transfer window. They meet him again this weekend.

Novak Djokovic mural defaced in Serbia as tennis star moves family to Greece, exposing deepening rift with homeland

Is it all over between Novak Djokovic and Serbia? The recent defacement of his mural in Belgrade hints that the Serbian tennis star is not welcomed back in his country till President Aleksandar Vucic stays in power.

Daniel Naroditsky's final video posted shortly before his death goes viral for haunting title: 'You thought I was gone!?'

Daniel Naroditsky had ended a long hiatus on YouTube by posting a video for the first time in three months on Friday. It would sadly turn out to be his final video on the platform, with the American GM passing away just two days later at the age of 29.

FC Goa go down fighting against Saudi giants Al-Nassr in AFC Champions League Two home game

Brison Fernandes came off the bench to reduce the deficit for FC Goa with a 41st minute strike after Angelo Gabriel (10') and Haroune Camara (27') put Al-Nassr, who were without megastar Cristiano Ronaldo, in the lead in their AFC Champions League Two Group A clash in Margao.

Olympic gold medallist Neeraj Chopra conferred with honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel in Territorial Army

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh conferred the insignia of honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel to star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, serving in the Territorial Army, in the presence of Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi in New Delhi on Wednesday.

FIDE CEO slams Kramnik for 'appalling, shameful' response, questions where Naroditsky’s well-wishers were before death

CEO Emil Sutovsky added that FIDE, the Lausanne-based governing body for chess, will be looking into Vladimir Kramnik and the cheating accusations that he had leveled at American GM Daniel Naroditsky, who passed away at the age of 29 on Sunday.

Man United reportedly set sights on promising 24-year-old midfielder but face competition from European champions PSG

After spending over £200 million in the summer transfer window on forwards and a goalkeeper, Manchester United are hoping to strengthen their midfield in the January transfer window and already have their sights set on a few options.