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Jude Bellingham issues furious response to claims of rift with Xabi Alonso: ‘Load of s***’

Some of the reports hinted at Jude Bellingham being among the players who were uncomfortable with Xabi Alonso at the helm of things at Real Madrid. However, Bellingham has shut down these rumours. Read More

Exclusive | ‘I don’t feel pressure’: Sumit Nagal relishes responsibility of being Indian No 1, hopes to be a source of inspiration

In an exclusive chat with Firstpost, Indian singles No 1 Sumit Nagal, who had recently announced a partnership with the Roundglass Tennis Academy, discusses his historic victory over Alexander Bublik, India’s Davis Cup triumph over Switzerland, Read More

Morocco coach breaks silence on allegations of AFCON referees favouring his team: ‘It’s always been the case…’

Morocco, the semifinalists at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, have made it to the semifinals of the AFCON and are gearing up to face Nigeria in the last four clash that takes place Wednesday. Read More

Anders Antonsen pulls out of India Open citing extreme pollution after compatriot flags poor playing conditions

Top Danish shuttler Anders Antonsen has withdrawn from India Open 2026 citing hazardous Delhi air pollution. This comes after compatriot Mia Blichfeldt criticised training conditions. Read More

‘She was having an affair with a junior boxer’: Mary Kom’s husband responds to boxer’s divorce comments

Mary Kom’s ex-husband Onler has responded to the boxer’s divorce claims, denying allegations of financial cheating and making counterclaims about their marriage. Read More

Michael Carrick named Manchester United head coach till end of season: ‘I know what it takes to succeed here’

Manchester United have appointed former midfielder Michael Carrick as head coach for the rest of the season. This is the second time Carrick has taken charge as the caretaker manager of the club. Read More

Denmark’s Mia Blichfeldt renews criticism of playing conditions at India Open: ‘Still very dirty and really unhealthy’

Mia Blichfeldt had slammed the playing conditions at the India Open Super 750 last year as well as the air pollution in Delhi. Read More

So insists Gukesh should be recognised as only world champion, slams ‘political’ FIDE for creating too many events

American GM Wesley So criticised FIDE for the introduction of the ‘Total Chess World Championship’ and the ‘FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship’ in addition to the governing body’s existing events to crown world cham Read More