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‘Lamine Yamal isn’t afraid to speak’: Social media divided as Barcelona star waves Palestine flag

Lamine Yamal waving the Palestinian flag during Barcelona’s La Liga celebration has divided the fans on social media. While the teenager star footballer has received praise for his braveness, few also called it out. Read More

Sinner surpasses Federer, emulates Djokovic’s incredible feat after second-round win at Italian Open

Jannik Sinner defeated Australia’s Alexei Popyrin 6-2, 6-0  in a match that lasted a little over an hour to advance to the third round of the ongoing Italian Open in Rome. Read More

Neymar returns to Brazil’s World Cup plans as Messi also makes Argentina shortlist

Neymar has reportedly been included in Brazil’s preliminary squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, giving his comeback hopes a major boost. Meanwhile, Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina’s preliminary squad for the marquee event. Read More

India bow out of AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup after quarterfinal loss against China

India’s campaign at the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup 2026 ended after a 0-3 quarterfinal defeat against hosts China PR, ending the Young Tigresses’ hopes of qualifying for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup. Read More

Vinesh Phogat vs WFI: Why politicisation of ongoing drama doesn’t help anyone, hurts Indian wrestling

Ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been at loggerheads with the WFI since the 2023 Wrestlers’ Protest in New Delhi. Read More

Magnus Carlsen responds after Hans Niemann accuses him of blocking tournament entries: ‘I am not involved…’

Magnus Carlsen has responded to Hans Niemann’s claims that he influences tournament invitations and avoids facing him in classical chess events. Read More

Neeraj Chopra missing from Rome Diamond League entry list as Sachin Yadav earns debut

Neeraj Chopra is missing from the entry list for the Rome Diamond League, raising concerns regarding his comeback following a injury-hit 2025 season. Meanwhile, India’s Sachin Yadav is set to make his debut at the prestigious event in Italy. Read More

SAI suspends BFI assessment camp in Patiala over selection irregularities and coach hiring concerns

The Sports Authority of India has suspended the Boxing Federation of India’s assessment camp in Patiala over alleged irregularities in boxer selection, coaching appointments and lack of transparency ahead of the Commonwealth Games and Asian Games. Read More