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US Open: "Competition always pushes you to get better," says defending champion Aryna Sabalenka

New York | September 5, 2026 2:00:07 PM IST

Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka began her US Open 2026 title defence emphatically, securing straight-set victories to book her place in the round of 16. ... read..

Shelton battles past Shapovalov to reach US Open fourth round

New York | September 5, 2026 1:29:41 PM IST

Ben Shelton overcame a tough challenge from Canada's Denis Shapovalov to reach the fourth round of the US Open after a four-set victory in a match that extended into the early hours of Saturday (local time). ... read..

Srinagar badminton championship aims to nurture grassroots talent

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | September 5, 2026 12:59:57 PM IST

The 33rd District Srinagar Badminton Championship 202627 is being held at the Indoor Stadium, Srinagar, bringing together young and talented badminton players from different schools across the district. ... read..

CPL: Warriors extend unbeaten run with win over Kingsmen

Port of Spain | September 5, 2026 12:29:08 PM IST

Guyana Amazon Warriors brushed aside Jamaica Kingsmen by eight wickets at Providence Stadium in their match in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), chasing down 160 with 16 balls to spare as Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Mavendra Dindyal put the game away inside ... read..

Modern Pythian Games signs cooperation MOU with Kyrgyz Government body at World Nomad Games

Bishkek | September 5, 2026 11:59:27 AM IST

The Modern Pythian Games have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for cooperation with the Scientific Research Centre of Traditional Arts and Culture, Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, during the ongoing 6th World Nomad Games, marking a significan ... read..

"India needs to invest for future in football": Cafu praises grassroots initiative for girls

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | September 5, 2026 11:59:19 AM IST

Brazilian football legend and two-time FIFA World Cup winner Cafu on Saturday praised the role of grassroots football initiatives in promoting social inclusion and empowering young girls in India. ... read..

Chapman's 71 powers Wolves to win over Cosmic in ETPL

Voorburg | September 5, 2026 11:30:00 AM IST

Belfast Wolves produced a powerful batting display and held their nerve with the ball to defeat Glasgow Cosmic by 26 runs via the DLS method in Match 13 of the ETPL at Voorburg Cricket Club, Netherlands. ... read..

ICC Chairman Jay Shah extends Teachers' Day greetings, thanks mentors for shaping generations

New Delhi | September 5, 2026 10:29:36 AM IST

International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah on Friday extended Teachers' Day greetings, expressing gratitude to teachers and mentors for their role in shaping minds and inspiring generations. ... read..

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria flags off anti-drug walkathon

Chandigarh | September 5, 2026 10:00:08 AM IST

Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria on Saturday flagged off an Anti-Drug and Wellness Walkathon at Sukhna Lake and appealed to people to join the fight against drug abuse, saying collective efforts are needed to build a drug-free India. ... read..

Alcaraz beats Wu Yibing in straight sets to reach US Open fourth round

New York | September 5, 2026 8:59:54 AM IST

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame a strong challenge from China's Wu Yibing to secure a 6-3, 6-4, 6-1 victory and reach the fourth round of the US Open. ... read..

Williams sisters suffer three-set defeat in emotional US Open doubles return

New York | September 5, 2026 8:59:42 AM IST

Tennis legends Serena Williams and Venus Williams made a memorable return to the US Open doubles court at Arthur Ashe Stadium before suffering a three-set defeat against Maya Joint and Hao-Ching Chan. ... read..

Premier League: Alexander Isak's brace seals Liverpool's 2-0 win over Ipswich

Ipswich | September 5, 2026 8:29:20 AM IST

Liverpool secured their first Premier League victory under manager Andoni Iraola with a 2-0 win over Ipswich Town at Portman Road, with Alexander Isak scoring twice in the opening nine minutes. ... read..

La Liga: Real Madrid suffer first defeat of season after 1-0 loss to Real Betis

Seville | September 5, 2026 8:29:18 AM IST

Real Madrid suffered their first defeat of the La Liga season after losing 1-0 to Real Betis at La Cartuja, with Cucho Parrott's second-half rebound proving decisive in a closely contested encounter. ... read..

Difficult and unfortunate situation: Mike Hesson on Pakistans major Test squad shake-up in England series

Birmingham | September 5, 2026 1:58:29 AM IST

Mike Hesson admitted that things have happened very quickly since he was brought into Pakistans Test set-up at short notice following the Pakistan Cricket Boards (PCB) sweeping changes during the ongoing England series, with the New Zealander calling ... read..

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