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Roger Federer returns to Australian Open court vs Casper Ruud as Djokovic watches from sidelines

Australian Open fans were in for an emotional rollercoaster as Roger Federer turned back the clock at Rod Laver Arena during a tie-break exhibition against Casper Ruud, with Novak Djokovic watching from the sidelines. Read More

AIFF says truncated ISL gets AFC recognition; but no direct slots for Indian clubs

The All India Football Federation has confirmed that the AFC has recognised the truncated 2025-26 Indian Super League, but no direct slots have been allotted to the Indian clubs. Read More

Pigeon drop on court, monkey in stand: BAI’s gross mismanagement turns India Open into an international embarrassment

The lack of proper arrangements at the ongoing India Open has exposed the apathy with which sports is treated by the authorities. Read More

Bibisara Assaubayeva, women’s World Blitz Champion, set to make her Norway Chess debut in 2026 edition

Bibisara Assaubayeva, the three-time Women’s World Blitz Champion, is one of the most dominant speed chess players of this generation. Read More

BAI caught red-faced again as bird poop on court stops match twice at India Open

The second-round match between India’s H S Prannoy and Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew at the India Open was interrupted by bird poop falling from ceiling on court twice during the clash. Read More

Gerard Pique takes sarcastic jibe at Alvaro Arbeloa after Real Madrid’s shock defeat to second-tier Albacete: ‘Good debut…’

Without some of their key players including Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid suffered an embarrassing 3-2 loss to second division side Albacete in a dramatic match in the Round of 16 of the Copa Del Rey. Read More

Novak Djokovic’s reaction to ‘Let’s go Roger’ chant during his practice match wins hearts: Watch

Novak Djokovic who returns to action at the upcoming Australian Open gave the crowd a funny moment during his practice match against Daniil Medvedev on Wednesday. Read More

‘Bribes demanded’: Corruption allegations pile on Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium as India Open embarrassment deepens

Fresh allegations of bribery and poor hygiene have been made against Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium which was recently criticised by an international player during the India Open badminton tournament. Read More