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Dawn Staley interviewed with Knicks for head coaching job

Had the Knicks offered their head coaching job to South Carolina women's coach Dawn Staley, who interviewed for the position, she said she would have taken it.

Carlos Alcaraz wins easily to reach 2025 US Open 3rd round

No. 2 seed Carlos Alcaraz needed a little more than 1½ hours to beat Mattia Bellucci 6-1, 6-0, 6-3 under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Wednesday.

Lionel Messi's late heroics lead Inter Miami to Leagues Cup final

Inter Miami advanced to the Leagues Cup final with a 3-1 victory over Orlando City on Wednesday night, thanks to two goals from a returning Lionel Messi.

Jelena Ostapenko reacts to racial slurs after Taylor Townsend saga: Never a racist

US Open: Jelena Ostapenko defended herself against accusations of racism after her heated clash with Taylor Townsend, insisting her remarks were about sportsmanship and not race.

RCB break silence after stampede, launch an initiative to honour and heal fans

Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) on Thursday ended their three-month silence on social media following the horrific stampede that marred their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title celebrations in June.

Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthilkumar set up men’s final at National Squash Championships

Abhay Singh overcame his best friend Ramit Tandon in a thrilling five-set match to reach the National Squash Championships final. He will face Velavan Senthilkumar, who defeated Veer Chotrani. In the women's draw, Anahat Singh recovered from a poor start to beat Tanvi Khanna and will play Akanksha Salunkhe, who prevailed over Joshna Chinappa.

AIFF awaits Supreme Court order as FIFA suspension threat looms over Indian football

The AIFF is awaiting a crucial Supreme Court decision on Thursday to resolve the constitutional impasse threatening Indian football with a potential FIFA suspension. FIFA and AFC have expressed serious concerns over the delay in finalizing the revised constitution, setting an October 30 deadline.

'No class, no education': Townsend, Ostapenko in ugly exchange at US Open 2025

Taylor Townsend's stunning 7-5, 6-1 win over Jelena Ostapenko at the 2025 US Open was overshadowed by a heated post-match spat, where Ostapenko accused her of lacking "class" and "education."

US Open 2025: Aryna Sabalenka, Ben Shelton advance to third round in straight sets

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka battled through a sluggish start to defeat unseeded Russian Polina Kudermetova 7-6(4), 6-2 on Wednesday and advance to the third round of the US Open, while American Ben Shelton thrilled the New York crowd a day later with a commanding 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 victory over Pablo Carreno-Busta.

Indian shuttlers shine as PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag, Dhruv-Tanisha enter pre-quarters

PV Sindhu overcame a sluggish start to enter the pre-quarterfinals of the BWF World Championships, defeating Letshanaa Karupathevan. The mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto, along with men’s doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, also advanced. Satwik and Chirag recovered from a slow start to beat Yang Po Han and Liu Kuang.

'No class, no education': Jelena Ostapenko, Taylor Townsend exchange heated words after US Open match

Taylor Townsend defeated Jelena Ostapenko at the U.S. Open, leading to a heated exchange after the match. Ostapenko accused Townsend of lacking class, while Townsend dismissed the comments and focused on her victory. Townsend, now in the third round, emphasized letting her racket do the talking, marking a significant milestone in her singles career.

'It's one of the worst you can do': AB de Villiers shares Bronco test experience as BCCI mulls new fitness regime

AB de Villiers described the Bronco test, potentially being introduced to Indian cricketers by strength and conditioning coach Adrian le Roux, as a grueling fitness assessment he's familiar with since age 16. He recalled its difficulty, especially in low-oxygen conditions. Ravichandran Ashwin cautioned against sudden changes in training methods to prevent player injuries.

US Open: Carlos Alcaraz crushes Mattia Bellucci, Casper Ruud stunned by World No.107

Carlos Alcaraz powered past Italy's Mattia Bellucci 6-1, 6-0, 6-3 to reach the US Open third round while Casper Ruud slumped to a defeat at the hands of World No.107 Raphael Collignon.

Manchester United's historic humiliation at Grimsby: Under-fire Amorim apologises to fans

Carabao Cup 2025: Manchester United slipped to a new low when they lost 11-12 on penalties to Grimsby Town, suffering their first-ever defeat to a fourth-tier club. Manager Ruben Amorim was visibly shaken as he apologised to fans after the humiliation at Blundell Park.

US Open: Daniil Medvedev fined $42,500 for outburst, racket abuse after first-round loss

Daniil Medvedev faced a significant financial setback at the US Open after his first-round loss to Benjamin Bonzi. His outburst resulted in $42,500 in fines, including penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct and racket abuse. The incident stemmed from a controversial umpire decision and culminated in Medvedev smashing his racket in frustration, marking his third consecutive first-round Grand Slam exit.

26 penalties! League Cup shocker as fourth-tier Grimsby Town stun Man United in first meeting since 1948

Manchester United suffered a humiliating League Cup exit to Grimsby Town, losing 12-11 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. The League Two side prevailed after a marathon shootout, increasing pressure on United's manager, Ruben Amorim, following a poor start to the season. Grimsby celebrated a historic victory, eliminating one of United's few chances for silverware.

Daniil Medvedev handed USD 42,500 fine for dramatic US Open meltdown

Daniil Medvedev's turbulent 2025 season hit a low at the US Open, where a first-round loss to Benjamin Bonzi and a furious outburst cost him a hefty fine. The setback capped a miserable Grand Slam year, with the Russian advancing past the opening round only once all season.

Deeply concerned AFC seeks factual report on ISL

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has expressed deep concern over the indefinite suspension of the Indian Super League (ISL), citing disruptions to club operations and potential threats to football stability. The AFC has requested a detailed report from the AIFF regarding the ISL's status, commercial negotiations, and measures to resume the league.

US Open: Novak Djokovic breaks Roger Federer’s Grand Slam record, eyes more history

Novak Djokovic secured his place in the US Open third round for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing Roger Federer's milestone with his 75th Grand Slam third-round appearance. Despite a slow start and admitting he's not at his peak, Djokovic battled through to defeat Zachary Svajda in four sets.

'Whose life will be better if I retire?': Mohammed Shami shuts down speculation, vows to keep playing

Dismissing retirement rumours, Mohammed Shami asserts his commitment to cricket, fueled by an unfulfilled ambition to win the ODI World Cup. Despite recent omissions from the national squad, the 34-year-old pacer vows to continue playing domestic cricket and working diligently on his fitness. Shami emphasises his enduring love for the game and determination to keep fighting until his motivation wanes.