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Wimbledon 2023: Djokovic eyes No.24; Swiatek leads women's draw
Novak Djokovic, at the age of 36, has made his intentions clear -- playing for the record books. The Serbian legend has Roger Federer's record of eight Wimbledon titles as well as a 24th major in his sights as he closes in on a first calendar Grand Slam in 54 years.
WATCH | Ashes 2023: Drama at Lord’s as Jonny Bairstow is run-out under controversial circumstances
Bairstow was on 10 and England were 193/5 in the 52nd over when he ducked under a bouncer from Cameron Green and inadvertently walked out of his crease. On seeing this, Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey immediately directed an underarm throw after catching the delivery, and jumped in joy after firing an accurate throw towards the stumps.
Dinesh Karthik backs Ashwin to lead India in Asian Games 2023
Karthik's comments have come at a time when multiple reports suggested that the BCCI will send both men's and women's teams for the Asian Games to be held from September 23 to October 8. However, the mega Asian event is set to collide with the ODI World Cup as India men's team will also begin its campaign against Australia on October 8 in Chennai.
Ashes 2023: 'If that was a legal way of catching, we'd all be doing it', says Broad on Starc's contentious catch
On Day 4 of the second Test at Lord's, England opener Ben Duckett had a fortunate escape when he struck a short-pitched delivery towards fine leg. Mitchell Starc, who was fielding at the fine leg, managed to reach to the ball and seemingly caught it but he pressed the ball into the turf while sliding.
Indian boxing squad for 19th Asian Games named; Shiva, Lovlina Nikhat among big names
With a World Championships bronze medal and six Asian Championships medals under his belt, Shiva will be looking to add a first Asian Games medal to his kitty as he represents the country in the 63.5 kg category. Tokyo Olympics bronze medallist Lovlina will battle it out in the 75kg category, determined to add a coveted Asian Games medal to her decorated CV that has three World Championships and Asian medals each.
Ashes 2023: Anderson has lacked impact; won't pick him for 3rd Test, says Michael Vaughan
The seasoned English pacer James Anderson picked up only one wicket in the opening Test at Edgbaston. In the ongoing Test at Lord’s, he has claimed one scalp in each innings. The 40-year-old, who is known for his exceptional fielding, surprisingly let go of two catches.
Yuki Bhambri wins maiden ATP doubles title in Mallorcas
The Indian-South African duo defeated the Dutch-Austrian pair of Robin Haase and Philipp Oswald 6-3, 6-4 in the ATP 250 final on Saturday, completing their run without losing a set. The trophy is the first ATP Tour crown for both men across both singles and doubles.
World No. 1 Swiatek shakes off health concerns ahead of Wimbledon
Swiatek had a difficult night in Bad Homburg, Germany, last week, where she withdrew from the semifinals with a GI illness."I had a stomachache. But I don't know if there was something wrong or not.
Dutch dominate Belgium 6-1 as FIH Hockey Pro League goes down the wire
The victory took the Dutch to 32 points, the same as Great Britain. However, Great Britain can no longer win the league as they have the same number of points but fewer wins and no matches remaining.
SAFF Championship: India overcome Lebanon 4-2 in penalties to reach final
The victory booked the hosts their spot in the summit clash of the competition, where they will meet Kuwait.India will defend their SAFF Championship title against Kuwait at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium on Tuesday.
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