'I've practised with both of them a little bit and they're incredible ball strikers. There's more to come, I hope they stay injury-free.'
The claycourts of Roland Garros were transformed into a complex geopolitical chessboard on Tuesday as they produced a French Open semi-final lineup featuring a number of emotionally charged matches in the shadow of Russia's war in Ukraine.
Novak Djokovic has confirmed long-time friend and compatriot Viktor Troicki as his head coach ahead of next week's French Open.
Russia's Mirra Andreeva became the youngest Roland Garros women's singles winner since Monica Seles in 1992, to claim the French Open title and her maiden Grand Slam crown.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will visit Meghalaya to review preparations for the 39th National Games and inaugurate a sports complex in Shillong.
Iga Swiatek admitted that tension played a significant role in her unexpected fourth-round defeat at the French Open against Marta Kostyuk. The loss marks her earliest exit from the tournament since 2019 and a disappointing end to her clay court season.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will visit Meghalaya to review preparations for the 39th National Games and inaugurate a sports complex.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced his withdrawal from Wimbledon due to a right wrist injury, also sidelining him from the Queen's Club Championships.
The Delhi High Court has validated the All India Tennis Association (AITA) elections held in September 2024, but stipulated that the elected body will operate as an interim arrangement under the supervision of a court-appointed Administrator.
'He was my tennis father as I like to call him, someone who has played a fundamental, integral role in my development as a tennis player and as a human being.'
With Carlos Alcaraz out, the French Open men's singles draw is wide open. Clay-court specialists and rising stars are vying for the title at Roland Garros.
Novak Djokovic began his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title by crossing a milestone and a tricky hurdle with a 5-7, 7-5, 6-1, 6-4 French Open first-round victory over local hope Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard on Sunday.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated new sports infrastructure facilities at SAI NCoE Gandhinagar, reinforcing the government's commitment to building world-class sporting ecosystems. The new facilities aim to strengthen athlete preparation through integrated support in training, recovery, nutrition, sports science, and mental wellbeing.
As India's remarkable chess revolution gathers momentum, teenagers Rishabh Kumar and Adhiraj Mitra are ensuring that the country's future on the 64 squares remains brighter than ever.
'I look forward to visiting Newport next August to celebrate this special moment with the tennis community.'
French teenager Moise Kouame stunned former US Open champion Marin Cilic at Roland Garros to become the youngest man in 17 years to win a Grand Slam main-draw match.
India's women's table tennis team secured a 3-2 victory against Ukraine in a closely contested match at the ITTF World Team Championships Finals qualifiers, boosting their chances of topping Group 6.
Iga Swiatek, Mirra Andreeva, and Marta Kostyuk have all advanced to the fourth round of the French Open after winning their respective matches.
Matteo Berrettini reached the French Open quarterfinals by ousting giant-killer Juan Manuel Cerundolo, while Felix Auger-Aliassime and Flavio Cobolli sealed their last-eight spots with contrasting wins.
Jannik Sinner surpasses Novak Djokovic's record with his 32nd consecutive Masters 1000 victory, advancing to the Italian Open semi-finals after defeating Andrey Rublev.
Novak Djokovic's latest bid to claim a record 25th Grand Slam title was left in tatters after his 4-6, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5, 7-5 third-round defeat by Brazilian teen sensation Joao Fonseca at the French Open on Friday.
The World No 3, who last won a clay court title at the French Open final in 2024, targets success on the red dirt with a new coach and renewed zeal.
Justina Mikulskyte won the ITF W35 Tumakuru Open after Zuzanna Pawlikowska retired due to injury in the final.
Lorenzo Musetti has withdrawn from the French Open due to a thigh injury sustained at the Italian Open, joining a list of high-profile absentees.
Coco Gauff is showing strong form ahead of the French Open, presenting her with a significant opportunity to secure another Grand Slam title.
A technical workshop for racquet stringing professionals was held in Delhi, focusing on advanced techniques and international standards.
World number one Aryna Sabalenka brushed aside Spain's Jessica Bouzas Maneiro in straight sets in the opening round match.
Ravichandran Ashwin defends Hardik Pandya's captaincy of the Mumbai Indians, stating that blaming him for the team's poor performance is unfair as the entire team failed to perform. Ashwin also highlights the social media scrutiny Hardik faced upon replacing Rohit Sharma as captain and raises concerns about Hardik's physical fitness affecting his batting.
World number one Jannik Sinner has the opportunity to complete his Grand Slam collection at the French Open, especially with Carlos Alcaraz's withdrawal altering the tournament dynamics. Sinner's improved clay court game and consistent performance make him a strong contender for the title.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive innings and Donovan Ferreira's late fireworks powered the Rajasthan Royals to a formidable total against Gujarat Titans in the IPL Qualifier 2.
Paes had joined the Trinamool Congress in 2021 and campaigned for the party during the Goa elections in 2022.
Indian players enjoyed a successful opening day at the SM Krishna Memorial Open, with Manish Sureshkumar's upset victory over top seed Keegan Smith headlining the action. Several other Indian players also progressed to the next round after impressive performances.
World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the Madrid Open final with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Arthur Fils on Friday, keeping alive his bid for a record fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.
Former first-class cricketer and coach Kiran Powar is set to launch a multi-sports facility near Mumbai and Pune, aiming to nurture young talent and promote active lifestyles.
T Natarajan discusses his comeback to form in the IPL after a collarbone injury, attributing his resurgence to improved fitness, rigorous practice, and the support of the team management.
Manika Batra secures a vital win at the ITTF Table Tennis World Cup, while Sreeja Akula faces defeat. Manav Thakkar faces a must-win situation.
Croatian qualifier Dino Prizmic defeated Novak Djokovic in the second round of the Italian Open, marking Djokovic's first opening match loss at the tournament in 19 appearances.
Venus Williams expresses her desire to participate in the French Open after competing on clay for the first time in five years at the Madrid Open, where she lost in the first round.
Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the Monte Carlo Masters final, regaining the world number one ranking.
From proven champions seeking to cement their legacy to hungry contenders chasing a maiden major crown, Roland Garros opens its gates to a field brimming with intrigue.
