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'It's not over yet': PV Sindhu makes bold declaration following historic Japan Open title victory

Two‑time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu reaffirmed her belief in herself with a landmark triumph at the Japan Open Super 750, defeating local favourite Akane Yamaguchi in straight sets.

The Luis de la Fuente effect: Spain’s secret weapon in their 2026 World Cup victory

Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph was not about a single superstar but about a collective force shaped by Luis de la Fuente’s leadership. His ability to value every player created a family‑oriented squad that thrived under pressure.

Rodri beats Messi to win Golden Boot award; Check out full list of 2026 World Cup award winners

The 2026 World Cup wrapped up in thrilling fashion, with Spain clinching a 1-0 victory over defending champions Argentina to become world champions. La Roja will add a second star above their crest, joining the list of teams that became multi-time World Cup winners. Substitute Ferran Torres struck in extra time to help Spain secure a 1-0 lead. The Spanish side looked utterly dominant with their playmaking, while Argentina was lacklustre. Even Messi, who carried the team to the summit clash, failed to display his magic. Following the tournament, check out the full list of the FIFA 2026 World Cup award winners.

Messi breaks down after World Cup defeat, shares touching hug with Lamine Yamal

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal had a heartwarming passing-the-baton moment when both of them hugged it out after Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup winners.

FIFA World Cup jackpot: What does Spain take home after beating Argentina?

A dramatic 106th-minute goal by Ferran Torres helped Spain beat Argentina in the FIFA World Cup finals. With this victory, Spain not only holds bragging rights but also earns a whopping $50 million (nearly Rs 482 crore) in prize money. The winning side also receives, for the first time, customised championship rings that are estimated to be around $150,000 (Rs 1.4 crore)

De la Fuente credits team spirit for Spain's World Cup glory

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said a teamfirst mentality powered his players as they beat Argentina 10 on Sunday to win the World Cup for the second time and establish themselves as international football's dominant side

World Cup 2026: Torres' late extra-time goal turns him into Spain's national icon

Ferran Torres delivered Spain the winning goal at the World Cup with a play made possible by two of the team's best players and two who substituted into the final against Argentina on Sunday.

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'It's not over yet': PV Sindhu makes bold declaration following historic Japan Open title victory

Two‑time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu reaffirmed her belief in herself with a landmark triumph at the Japan Open Super 750, defeating local favourite Akane Yamaguchi in straight sets.

PV Sindhu beats three-time winner Yamaguchi in straight games, wins maiden Japan Open title

PV Sindhu delivered a splendid attacking performance to outclass Akane Yamaguchi in straight games, clinching her maiden Super 750 crown at the Japan Open.

Japan Open: PV Sindhu progresses to final after Chen Yufei forced to retire in semifinal

Two‑time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu advanced to her first final in over two years after Tokyo Olympics champion Chen Yufei retired midway through their semifinal at the Japan Open.

BAI president responds to unprecedented monkey mayhem at India Open 2026: 'Next time they come, give bananas'

Badminton Association of India (BAI) president Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed the animal‑related incidents that disrupted the India Open 2026, turning the event into headlines for all the wrong reasons.

Kidambi Srikanth displays admirable sportsmanship, refuses a point offered to him at US Open

Kidambi Srikanth put up a spectacular performance against Japan's Yudai Okimoto in the semifinal to secure a spot in the US Open Super 300 men's singles summit clash on Sunday.

PV Sindhu storms into Australian Open badminton tournament semi-finals; Tanvi Sharma loses

PV Sindhu will face top seed Akane Yamaguchi of Japan in the Australian Open Super 500 badminton tournament semi-finals. Yamaguchi defeated Tanvi Sharma to progress.

PV Sindhu suffers second straight defeat to world No 1 An Se Young at Indonesia Open

World No 1 An Se Young's consistency and court coverage outwitted Indian badminton team star PV Sindhu as she suffered her second consecutive loss to the South Korean.

PV Sindhu storm into Indonesia Open second round; Srikanth, Malvika fall at first step

PV Sindhu displayed familiar attacking game to clinch a closely fought opening game against Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan before following the same in the second game.

Satwik-Chirag regain winning touch at Singapore Open but barren two-year run a sign of anything but inconsistency

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty recovered from a game down to defeat Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri 18-21, 21-17, 21-16 in the Singapore Open men's doubles final on Sunday, ending a 742-day wait for a ninth BWF World Tour title.

Satwik-Chirag stun world No. 1 Korean pair to enter Singapore Open final: 'We are in the right direction'

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty stunned world No. 1 Korean pair Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae to enter the Singapore Open 2026 final. Meanwhile, India’s mixed doubles pair Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto exited in the semifinals.

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The Luis de la Fuente effect: Spain’s secret weapon in their 2026 World Cup victory

Rodri beats Messi to win Golden Boot award; Check out full list of 2026 World Cup award winners

Messi breaks down after World Cup defeat, shares touching hug with Lamine Yamal

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal had a heartwarming passing-the-baton moment when both of them hugged it out after Spain defeated Argentina to win the 2026 World Cup winners.

FIFA World Cup jackpot: What does Spain take home after beating Argentina?

De la Fuente credits team spirit for Spain's World Cup glory

World Cup 2026: Torres' late extra-time goal turns him into Spain's national icon

Ferran Torres delivered Spain the winning goal at the World Cup with a play made possible by two of the team's best players and two who substituted into the final against Argentina on Sunday.

Lionel Scaloni moved to tears as Argentina leave it all on the pitch; coach weighs next steps: 'Have to pick ourselves up again'

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni broke down in tears after his side’s 1‑0 extra‑time defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday and admitted that Spain were the better team.

Leandro Paredes and Spanish players involved in ugly post-match incident following Spain's title triumph | WATCH

Argentina's Leandro Paredes had an ugly scuffle with some Spanish players as tensions erupted after Spain became the 2026 World Cup winners in New York/New Jersey.

Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup after Ferran Torres' extra-time heroics sinks Argentina 1-0

The Lionel Messi magic failed to work its charm as Spain became 2026 World Cup champions after defeating Argentina in a tight 1-0 finish on Sunday in New York/New Jersey.

Messi returns to the summit again after an extended Indian summer in soccer

When Argentina lost the 2016 Copa America final at MetLife Stadium, a heartbroken Lionel Messi tearfully announced his retirement from international football with the words "I've done all I can".

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PR Sreejesh launches scathing attack on coach Craig Fulton after India's Pro League flop show: 'Spending Rs 25 lakh...'

PR Sreejesh took to social media to express his disappointment with India's recent performances and asked if paying Rs 25 lakhs a month to an overseas coach was justified or not.

Dominant India steamroll arch-rivals Pakistan 7-1 in FIH Pro League reverse fixture

After claiming a 4-3 win, Team India maintained their dominance over Pakistan in he FIH Pro League reverse fixture, hammering their arch-rivals with a massive 7-1 score to seal a huge victory on Friday.

India and Pakistan Hockey players set aside politics, shake hands before first-ever FIH Pro League showdown

Putting diplomatic tensions aside, players from the Indian and Pakistan national hockey teams shook hands during their historic first-ever clash at the FIH Pro League in London on Tuesday.

Pakistan hockey player celebrates like winning after scoring controversial goal but its India who win: Watch

Pakistani players celebrated in wild fashion after levelling for the second time against India in the U18 Men's Asia Cup hockey. However, their joy did not last long as ultimately, India won the match.

How Hockey India has been rattled by sexual harassment claims as president Dilip Tirkey stresses on 'zero tolerance'

The Hockey India president Dilip Tirkey has warned that repeated controversies were severely damaging the image of the federation and the sport.

Hockey India removes U-18 team staffer following sexual misconduct allegations: Report

Junior Hockey coach Sudhir Golla has been released from all of his coaching responsibilities following complaints of alleged sexual misconduct and negligence of duties on Friday.

Sreejesh slams Hockey India again, raises grievances against goalkeeping coach role: 'Promotion or demotion?'

PR Sreejesh is not ready to keep quiet as he hit back at Hockey India for offering him the coaching role for a team that has no proper structure and also complained about being demoted.

PR Sreejesh replaced by Frederic Soyez as India junior men's hockey team coach

Frederic Soyez will replace legendary goalkeeper PR Sreejesh as the new coach of the Indian junior men's hockey team. Sreejesh's sacking had led to a massive controversy.

Hockey India rejects Sreejesh’s 'fired for foreign coach' allegations: 'He did not accept this position'

Hockey India has denied sacking PR Sreejesh as junior men’s team coach, saying his contract ended in 2025 and that he was offered another role, which he allegedly rejected.

India legend PR Sreejesh hits out at Hockey India after sacking over foreign coach: 'First time I am experiencing this'

Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh has criticised Hockey India after allegedly being removed as junior men’s team coach to make way for a foreign coach despite strong results.

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New York Knicks win NBA title, snap 53-year drought by beating San Antonio Spurs

The New York Knicks won their first NBA Championship since 1973 after securing a 4-1 series victory over the San Antonio Spurs.

NBA finals watch party goes haywire after fans clash with police at Bryant Park | WATCH VIDEO

A watch party for the NBA Finals Game 3 between Knicks and Spurs turned violent, leading to the NYPD deploying officers to bring order in NYC's Bryant Park.

Trump booed by New York crowd during NBA Finals clash, his reaction goes viral: 'I wish he wasn't here'

US President Donald Trump was greeted with loud boos from fans at Madison Square Garden during Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs. Videos of Trump's reaction are going viral on social media.

Special selfie for Victor Wembanyama as NY Knicks create history by thrashing San Antonio in NBA Finals Game 1

We had a fan interrupting the Game 1 of NBA finals between San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks to take a selfie with Victor Wembanyama, whose team suffered a historic defeat.

Explained: Why NBA is exploring expansion teams in Las Vegas and Seattle and what happens next

NBA is set for a major expansion after the National Basketball Association Board of Governors voted on Wednesday in favour of the motion. Here are the full details.

EuroLeague CEO downplays NBA's planned European entry concerns: 'Having a theory is one and making it work is two'

EuroLeague is currently the second biggest basketball competition in the world but with NBA planning to enter the continent with its own competition next year, things could change.

LeBron James’ social media post after Hawks win fuels fresh retirement rumours

LeBron James’ Instagram post after the LA Lakers’ big win over the Hawks has sparked fresh retirement rumours. The NBA legend is nearing the end of his record 23rd season, and fans are analysing his each move.

2025 Review: First-time and long-awaited winners bring joy to fans worldwide

The year 2025 was unforgettable in sports as teams ended long waits for trophies or won major titles for the first time. From RCB’s maiden IPL win to PSG’s first Champions League, and Oklahoma City Thunder’s NBA title, fans around the world celebrated historic moments.

LeBron James sacrifices epic 18-year streak to set up Lakers' buzzer-beating win over Raptors

LeBron James’ record run of 1,297 consecutive regular-season games with at least 10 points ended Thursday night at Toronto but it did not go in vain as Los Angeles Lakers beat the Raptors 123-120.

Manchester United ‘say yes’ to team in another league as major expansion plans surface: Report

Manchester United have reportedly agreed to launch a new team in an upcoming mega European league. They could be one of the 12 permanent franchises in the new league.

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Jannik Sinner retains Wimbledon title after beating Alexander Zverev

Italian top seed Jannik Sinner resisted an allout onslaught by an inspired Alexander Zverev to retain his Wimbledon crown in a thunderous final and claim a fifth Grand Slam title on Sunday.

Noskova outlasts Muchova to claim maiden Wimbledon title in thrilling all-Czech final

Linda Noskova survived the agony of squandering five match points to outlast compatriot Karolina Muchova and capture her maiden Grand Slam crown, extending the Czech Republic's remarkable Wimbledon success story.

Novak Djokovic's record title bid ends as Jannik Sinner storms into Wimbledon final

Jannik Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 to reach the Wimbledon 2026 final, where he will face Alexander Zverev after the German beat Arthur Fery.

Muchova outlasts Gauff to set up all-Czech Wimbledon final

Karolina Muchova saved a match point and edged Coco Gauff in a dramatic Wimbledon semi-final to reach her maiden final at the All England Club. She will face fellow Czech Linda Noskova after the ninth seed eased past Marta Kostyuk to set up an all-Czech title clash

Taylor Fritz’s Wimbledon run cut short by knee tendinitis in quarterfinal defeat to Alexander Zverev

Taylor Fritz was three games into his Wimbledon quarterfinal against Alexander Zverev when his knee tendinitis started flaring up, and the American knew right away he was in trouble.

Serena Williams announces withdrawal from Wimbledon doubles due to injury: 'I'm heartbroken'

Williams posted footage of her limping in a heavy bandage, as well as some syringes full of fluid, as she confirmed her withdrawal.

Iga Swiatek's Wimbledon defence ends with shock loss to Alexandra Eala, Elena Rybakina also exits

It is six-time Grand Slam champion Swiatek's earliest exit from a major tournament since another third-round defeat, by Yulia Putintseva, at Wimbledon two years ago.

Wimbledon 2026: Sinner, Djokovic, Sabalenka through to Round of 16; Medvedev knocked out

Jannik Sinner will face Japanese qualifier Shintaro Mochizuki -- a surprise third-round winner against Spanish starlet Rafael Jodar.in Round of 16.

Novak Djokovic ties Roger Federer's Wimbledon record as he advances to last 16

Novak Djokovic earned a thrilling win over France's Arthur Rinderknech in the third round of Wimbledon 2026 to tie with Roger Federer in all-time record.

Wimbledon 2026: Swiatek continues title defence in style; Zverev, De Minaur also through to Round of 32

American sixth seed Taylor Fritz continued his strong recent record at the All England Club, seeing off compatriot Patrick Kypson 6-2, 6-2, 7-5 to reach the third round.

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Lionel Scaloni moved to tears as Argentina leave it all on the pitch; coach weighs next steps: 'Have to pick ourselves up again'

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni broke down in tears after his side’s 1‑0 extra‑time defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday and admitted that Spain were the better team.

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'It's not over yet': PV Sindhu makes bold declaration following historic Japan Open title victory

The Luis de la Fuente effect: Spain’s secret weapon in their 2026 World Cup victory

Rodri beats Messi to win Golden Boot award; Check out full list of 2026 World Cup award winners

Messi breaks down after World Cup defeat, shares touching hug with Lamine Yamal

FIFA World Cup jackpot: What does Spain take home after beating Argentina?

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World Cup 2026: Torres' late extra-time goal turns him into Spain's national icon

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'It's not over yet': PV Sindhu makes bold declaration following historic Japan Open title victory

PV Sindhu beats three-time winner Yamaguchi in straight games, wins maiden Japan Open title

Japan Open: PV Sindhu progresses to final after Chen Yufei forced to retire in semifinal

BAI president responds to unprecedented monkey mayhem at India Open 2026: 'Next time they come, give bananas'

Kidambi Srikanth displays admirable sportsmanship, refuses a point offered to him at US Open

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The Luis de la Fuente effect: Spain’s secret weapon in their 2026 World Cup victory

Rodri beats Messi to win Golden Boot award; Check out full list of 2026 World Cup award winners

Messi breaks down after World Cup defeat, shares touching hug with Lamine Yamal

FIFA World Cup jackpot: What does Spain take home after beating Argentina?

De la Fuente credits team spirit for Spain's World Cup glory

World Cup 2026: Torres' late extra-time goal turns him into Spain's national icon

Lionel Scaloni moved to tears as Argentina leave it all on the pitch; coach weighs next steps: 'Have to pick ourselves up again'

Leandro Paredes and Spanish players involved in ugly post-match incident following Spain's title triumph | WATCH

Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup after Ferran Torres' extra-time heroics sinks Argentina 1-0

Messi returns to the summit again after an extended Indian summer in soccer

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PR Sreejesh launches scathing attack on coach Craig Fulton after India's Pro League flop show: 'Spending Rs 25 lakh...'

Dominant India steamroll arch-rivals Pakistan 7-1 in FIH Pro League reverse fixture

India and Pakistan Hockey players set aside politics, shake hands before first-ever FIH Pro League showdown

Pakistan hockey player celebrates like winning after scoring controversial goal but its India who win: Watch

How Hockey India has been rattled by sexual harassment claims as president Dilip Tirkey stresses on 'zero tolerance'

Hockey India removes U-18 team staffer following sexual misconduct allegations: Report

Sreejesh slams Hockey India again, raises grievances against goalkeeping coach role: 'Promotion or demotion?'

PR Sreejesh replaced by Frederic Soyez as India junior men's hockey team coach

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India legend PR Sreejesh hits out at Hockey India after sacking over foreign coach: 'First time I am experiencing this'

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