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Spanish league president apologises after comments on Vinicius Junior

Published on May 25, 2023 08:53 AM IST

Tebas repeated in various interviews with Brazilian TV channels that he was sorry for his comments, saying they were “untimely” and “misunderstood.”

La Liga President Javier Tebas(REUTERS)
AP |

Watch: Long jumper Sreeshankar wins title at Greece meet

The Commonwealth Games silver medallist had a brilliant series of 8m-plus jumps that showed his form and consistency.

Sreeshankar came first with 8.18m jump, while Jeswin took second spot with a jump of 7.85m.(Twitter/afiindia)
Updated on May 25, 2023 09:20 AM IST
By, New Delhi

Sindhu, Srikanth enter second round, Prannoy, Sen beat higher-ranked opponents

The two-time Olympic medallist Indian, ranked 13th in the world, will next play Japan's Aya Ohori.

Indian badminton player PV Sindhu(PTI)
Published on May 25, 2023 12:52 AM IST
PTI |

From Simdega to India's blue, Sangita Kumari hits her goal

The India striker had a tough upbringing but that didn't stop her from dreaming big

Sangita Kumari emerged as the top-scorer in the recently concluded three-match Test series against Australia (Hockey India)
Updated on May 25, 2023 05:28 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Wrestlers seek to expand support base, protest completes 32 days

Protesting wrestlers look to expand their support base for protest against Brij Bhushah Sharan Singh

Bajrang Punia, Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik take part in a candlelight vigil to protest against the WFI chief over allegations of sexual harassment(AFP)
Published on May 25, 2023 12:03 AM IST
By, New Delhi

World TT: Manika Batra loses, Indian challenge ends

India women's No.1 had many chances but could not convert them before losing 3-4 to Adriana Diaz of Puerto Rico in the singles Round of 32 in Durban.

Table tennis player Manika Batra during the 84th Senior National and Inter-State Table-Tennis Championship, at Gymnasium Hall(PTI)
Published on May 24, 2023 10:31 PM IST
By, Mumbai

KIUG: Shooter Manu Bhaker looks forward to a “confidence boost”

The pistol star is happy to prove her supremacy in the Khelo India University Games being held in Uttar Pradesh.

Manu Bhaker of India shows her Gold medal after competing at the Youth Olympic Games 2018 in Buenos Aires(Getty Images)
Published on May 24, 2023 10:25 PM IST
By, Lucknow

Jordi Alba to leave Barcelona after 11 years

The 34-year-old Spain international has played more than 450 games for Barcelona, winning the Champions League in 2015 and six LaLiga titles.

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - LaLiga - Rayo Vallecano v FC Barcelona - Campo de Futbol de Vallecas, Madrid, Spain - April 26, 2023 FC Barcelona's Jordi Alba before the match REUTERS/Juan Medina/File Photo(REUTERS)
Published on May 24, 2023 10:09 PM IST
Reuters |

How Medvedev, the clay hater, turned French Open contender

The lanky Russian’s style of play goes a lot against the ethos of clay-court tennis but he's found a way to succeed.

Daniil Medvedev(REUTERS)
Updated on May 25, 2023 04:43 PM IST
ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

Barcelona lose to Valladolid, Raphinha's message of support for Vinicius Junior

The message, which included anti-racism words in Portuguese and the phrase "we are together, Vini," was on his undershirt.

Raphinha shows message of support for Vinicius Junior
Published on May 24, 2023 09:44 AM IST
PTI |

Watch: Ronaldo mobbed by teammates after stunning goal shocks Al-Ittihad

Ronaldo completed the comeback win with a curling shot from just from outside the box in the 59th minute and was immediately mobbed by his teammates.

was immediately mobbed by his teammates.
Updated on May 24, 2023 08:53 AM IST
Reuters |

Guardiola wants Premier League financial charges against City dealt with quickly

City, who won their fifth league title in six seasons, were charged by the Premier League with more than 100 alleged breaches of the league's financial rules.

Manchester City's Spanish manager Pep Guardiola(AFP)
Published on May 24, 2023 08:36 AM IST
Reuters |

Hundreds join protesting wrestlers in candlelight march to India Gate

The crowds took around 90 minutes to cover the 2.5km distance, under heavy security. The protest completed 31 days

Hundreds join protesting wrestlers in candlelight march to India Gate(Twitter/@journoshantanu)
Published on May 23, 2023 11:30 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Real Madrid's Ancelotti expects Vinicius Jr to stay at club

Ancelotti said Vinicius was "very sad" yet overwhelmed by the "unconditional support" he was receiving "even from rivals."

Real Madrid's Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti (L) talks to Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior (AFP)
Published on May 23, 2023 05:32 PM IST
Reuters |

Can Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo rivalry give Saudi Arabia a makeover?

The kingdom is reportedly willing to pay Argentinian maestro Lionel Messi $400 million-a-year for the twilight of his career.

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi(File Photo)
Updated on May 23, 2023 05:26 PM IST
Bloomberg |

"Sad to my core": Fans shaken by LeBron James' retirement hints after NBA loss

In the wake of James' hints at retirement, fans of the LA Lakers superstar took to social media to express their emotions.

May 22, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) looks to pass during the third quarter against the Denver Nuggets in game four of the Western Conference Finals for the 2023 NBA playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)
Published on May 23, 2023 04:57 PM IST
ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

Anand, Carlsen, Ding Liren and Hou Yifan to feature in Global Chess League

The first season of the Global Chess League will be held at the Dubai Chess & Culture Club from June 21 to July 2 in association with the Dubai Sports Council.

Former world champion Viswanathan Anand(Amit Sharma)
Published on May 23, 2023 04:38 PM IST
PTI |

Former world No. 1 Simona Halep accuses tennis integrity body of double standard

Former world No. 1 Halep has been accused of a second doping offense by the ITIA for alleged discrepancies in her ABP.

 Simona Halep (USA TODAY Sports)
Updated on May 23, 2023 04:40 PM IST
PTI |

World Cup: Ganemat wins skeet silver, Darshna third

It was an impressive performance by the Indian women in the shotgun event at the competition in Almaty, Kazakhstan.

Ganemat Sekhon won silver while Darshna Rathore claimed bronze(Twitter/India_AllSports)
Published on May 23, 2023 04:16 PM IST

Goodbye King? LeBron James hints at retirement after Lakers' elimination

With age fast catching up on him, there have been some muted and some outspoken voices in the basketball world who want him to hang up his boots.

LeBron James(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)
Published on May 23, 2023 03:26 PM IST
ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

‘We have to end it’: Nuggets star vows to oust Lakers from NBA in game 4

LA Lakers was just one loss away from being eliminated from NBA.

 LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers(Getty Images via AFP)
Published on May 22, 2023 11:45 PM IST
ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

Alcaraz jumps Djokovic, returns to No. 1 in ATP rankings; Swiatek leads WTA

Djokovic's loss in the fourth round as the defending champion in Rome dropped him to No. 3.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz(REUTERS)
Published on May 22, 2023 11:33 PM IST
AP |

Neeraj Chopra attains number one rank in men's javelin

Neeraj Chopra grabbed the top spot with 1455 points under his name. He currently is 22 ahead of reigning world champion Anderson Peters (1433).

Neeraj Chopra at the Doha Diamond League(Neeraj Chopra Twitter)
Published on May 22, 2023 11:23 PM IST
By, New Delhi

War of words over narco test as wrestling protest marks one month

After Brij Bhushan Singh said he was ready for lie-detector test, protesting wrestlers said they too are ready and wanted it to be done under SC's direction

WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh
Published on May 22, 2023 11:23 PM IST
By, New Delhi

Doubles pairs in Round of 16; Sharath Kamal and Sreeja Akula ousted

Tough day in the singles but the doubles competition gave India reason to cheer at the World Table Tennis Championships Finals

File photo of Achanta Sharath Kamal of India.(Getty Images)
Published on May 22, 2023 09:09 PM IST
By, Mumbai

Carrying calmness and consistency, 43-year-old Bopanna re-enters top 10

In the company of Australian Matthew Ebden, Bopanna has jumped 10 spots from the start of the season

Rohan Bopanna, of India, right, returns a shot next to teammate Matthew Ebden, of Australia, during the men's doubles final against Neal Skupski, of Britain, and Wesley Koolhof, of the Netherlands, at the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament.(AP)
Published on May 22, 2023 07:56 PM IST
ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

Dominik Mysterio recalls support from The Judgment Day after his arrest

Dominik shared that Ripley was the first person with whom he talked to after being imprisoned.

WWE stars of The Judgment Day(Twitter)
Updated on May 22, 2023 06:43 PM IST
ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

Watch: When 2023 PGA Champion Brooks Koepka rode an autorickshaw in India

With his fifth major title win, he became only the 20th male player to get the honour.

Brooks Koepka celebrates after winning the PGA Championship golf tournament at Oak Hill Country Club.(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)
Published on May 22, 2023 06:31 PM IST
ByAdarsh Kumar Gupta

NBA champion Ray Allen: Watching cricket match in India made me realise that fans make the game big

Two-time NBA champion Ray Allen loved his time in India, from watching a cricket match to driving around and soaking in the vibe of the country. He admits there is still a lot to explore and says he will definitely come back. Allen also opened up about the future of basketball in India, saying it's about infrastructure and making the game available to young people.

Ray Allen visited Mumbai and Delhi during his visit in Delhi
Updated on May 22, 2023 06:04 PM IST

Real Madrid lodges hate crime complaint over Vinicius incident

The attacks, in Real Madrid's view, "constitute a hate crime" for which the club has filed a complaint with the State Attorney General's Office, the club said.

Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior pointed out the fans who abused him(AFP)
Published on May 22, 2023 05:40 PM IST
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