Gael Monfils is determined to emulate the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James by playing into his 40s and hopes to play at Wimbledon, Montreal and the U.S. Open before bringing down the curtain on his career on home soil at the Paris Masters.
An underwhelming thriller that never quite hits a home run, despite a solid John Krasinski doing his best, observes Mayur Sanap.
India concluded the Asian Senior Weightlifting Championships in 11th place with 11 medals, while the women's team secured third position in the rankings. China dominated the event, leading both the overall medal tally and the women's team rankings.
Five-time champions Chennai Super Kings were eliminated from the race for the IPL 2026 playoffs after suffering a humiliating 89-run defeat at the hands of Gujarat Titans in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
Seventh seed Taylor Fritz was stunned by fellow American Nishesh Basavareddy in the first round of the French Open on Sunday.
The Indian men's national football team was defeated by Jamaica in the semifinal of the Unity Cup 2026, held in London. Jamaica will now proceed to the final, while India will compete for third place against Zimbabwe.
Gurindervir Singh set a new national record in the men's 100m, clocking 10.09 seconds, while Vishal TK became the first Indian to run the 400m in under 45 seconds at the National Senior Federation Competition.
Batting coach Kieron Pollard admitted that Hardik Pandya's leadership stint 'has not gone as well' as either the player or the franchise would have hoped after Mumbai Indians' disastrous IPL 2026 campaign ended with yet another defeat.
Sumit Antil, a two-time Paralympic gold medallist, credits Neeraj Chopra's advice at the World Para Championship for his world record-breaking javelin throw of 74.82m at the Indian Open Para Athletics International Championship in Bengaluru.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan redefined her iconic style at the Cannes 2026 closing ceremony, dazzling in a unique and intricately designed white pantsuit that garnered applause from fashion enthusiasts.
Chennai Super Kings batting coach Michael Hussey has expressed his admiration for the team's young players, highlighting their potential and contributions to the team's performance in the ongoing tournament.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired a meeting with his council of ministers, focusing on enhancing 'Ease of Living' and 'Ease of Doing Business' and setting the goal of a developed India by 2047.
Kolkata Knight Riders assistant coach Shane Watson has praised Varun Chakravarthy for his commitment to the team, playing through a hairline fracture in his left foot to contribute to KKR's IPL playoff push. Despite the injury, Chakravarthy has shown resilience and determination, earning accolades from Watson and highlighting his importance to the squad.
Rishabh Pant loses India Test vice-captaincy and is dropped from the ODI squad for the Afghanistan series, while K L Rahul returns as deputy and young players earn maiden call-ups.
Manchester's Etihad Stadium turned into a tribute to Pep Guardiola -- the man who transformed both the club and English football over his glittering decade as boss.
Patidar highlights bowlers' plight in high-scoring IPL, stays guarded on Ahmedabad final shift
Sacred spots and soaring peaks: Bucket-listing across the heartland. Roopa Unnikrishnan and her father journey through the heart of India.
Jos Buttler overcame a painful slump in the 2026 T20 World Cup to rediscover his form, achieving his 100th T20 fifty and surpassing 14,000 T20 runs. This article explores his journey back to form and his impact on Gujarat Titans' resurgence.
Japanese player Naomi Osaka raised the fashion stakes in Paris on the third day of the Grand Slam when she walked onto Court Suzanne Lenglen in a black Kevin Germanier skirt, before unveiling her layered yellow-brown and gold Nike match dress.
In a fascinating battle of ideologies, the well-balanced and bold Royal Challengers Bengaluru will have to subdue a phlegmatic Gujarat Titans to lift their second consecutive IPL title.
'Confidence is built by doing difficult things, one day at a time.'
'We strongly believe that anyone with capability and a strong work ethic should have a chance at the top job.'
'Since Ram Charan is such a big actor, I was a little apprehensive initially. My character (in the film) comes from a high caste but his does not. So I was in two minds, how would he take it?'
Rajat Patidar's explosive T20 form has sparked debate about his inclusion in India's T20 squad, with calls for his selection growing louder after a blistering innings in the IPL.
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.
A new study suggests that complex strategic decisions may be better when made with less thinking time, highlighting the role of intuition in decision-making.
Discover the top 5-star rated 2-tonne inverter air conditioners designed for lower electricity demand and efficient cooling in rooms sized 250-350 sq ft, even in intense heat conditions.
Delhi Capitals assistant coach Ian Bell expressed frustration over the team's inconsistent performance in the IPL season, highlighting missed opportunities and narrow defeats that prevented a top-four finish.
The Assam Assembly has passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, aiming to establish a common legal framework for marriage, divorce, succession, and live-in relationships, irrespective of religion. This makes Assam the third state in India to pass such a bill, following Uttarakhand and Gujarat.
Naomi Osaka battled past Donna Vekic in straight sets to reach the French Open third round for the first time since 2019, continuing her impressive comeback run at Roland Garros.
Lewis Hamilton celebrated his strongest performance yet in Ferrari red after finishing second at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, crediting behind-the-scenes changes and a fresh approach to car setup for finally unlocking his potential with the Italian team.
A recap of the action of the eighth week of IPL 2026.
Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten century helped Punjab Kings beat Lucknow Super Giants and keep their hopes of reaching the IPL playoffs alive, according to assistant coach Brad Haddin.
A Thane court acquitted Raj Thackeray and others in a 2008 case of alleged assault on Railway Recruitment Board examinees, citing lack of evidence and failure to prove Thackeray's presence or incitement.
Indian archers Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Dhiraj Bommadevara plan to use the upcoming Archery World Cup stages as testing grounds for equipment changes ahead of the Asian Games later this year. Both archers are part of the 12-member Indian squad for the Asian Games, scheduled to begin in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan from September 19.
Indian Grandmaster Nihal Sarin, representing esports and gaming content outfit S8UL, has qualified for the chess event of the upcoming Esports World Cup in Paris.
Former India cricketer Suresh Raina has rated Gujarat Titans openers Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan as the finest batting pair in the history of IPL and lauded the duo's "remarkable" consistency.
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and Rahul Gandhi have engaged in a public dispute over alleged irregularities in the CBSE exam system, with Gandhi demanding an independent probe and Pradhan accusing Gandhi of politicising the issue.
Sunrisers Hyderabad assistant coach James Franklin praised Ishan Kishan's match-winning innings against Chennai Super Kings, which secured their team a place in the IPL playoffs. Kishan's 70 off 47 balls on a difficult pitch was pivotal in the victory.
'If we had not passed an order against Ranveer Singh, the film industry would have collapsed.'
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