Battling period cramps, competing on an empty stomach Battling period cramps, competing on an empty stomach: Painful cramps, an empty stomach, a sprained knee, flashbacks to a previous concussion, a confused rival, and, in the end, a bronze medal. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ Vinesh Phogat, the first Indian woman to win a medal at the World Championships, laughs hysterically as she recalls the past few days’ events. The Olympic nightmare ended a year ago, and she’s now happy. “I don’t know if I’m lucky to have the repechage chance, or an unlucky person to get my periods just before the competition…
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How a hot-headed Roger Federer turned into a calm and in-control graceful champion How a hot-headed Roger Federer turned into a calm and in-control graceful champion: When he was young, a new curtain had just been installed at the Biel National Tennis Academy to divide the courts. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ I initially thought it would be difficult to demolish it due to its heft, but after 10 minutes, I threw my racket, which spun in the air like a helicopter rotor and sliced through the curtain like butter. Federer reflected on this moment in the documentary Replay, saying, “Everyone stopped…
Thomas Gilman versus Ravi Dahiya — a must-watch potential final Thomas Gilman versus Ravi Dahiya – a must-watch potential final: Ravi Dahiya, the silver medalist at both the World and Olympic Championships, will have one eye on the other side of the field as he navigates the minefield that is the draw for the World Championships on Friday. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ There, he will plot his course to face the defending world champion of the United States, Thomas Gilman, in a match that is sure to be one of the most anticipated of the Championships. The top two seeds have…
Roger Federer pens a heartwarming letter Roger Federer pens a heartwarming letter: “To my tennis family and beyond, The friends I’ve made, the challenges I’ve faced, and most of all, the fans who give the sport its vitality are the biggest gifts tennis has given me over the years. I have some exciting news to impart to you today. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ Injuries and surgeries have been obstacles for me over the past three years, as many of you know. I put in a lot of work to get back into top shape for the competition. I am aware of…
England’s Gareth Southgate Has A Lot To Answer For England’s Gareth Southgate Has A Lot To Answer For: Thursday, England released a 28-man squad that will be on the plane to Qatar by 12 November. Though players listed in this list have already proven themselves as World Cup worthy, those left out have something to do in the time span of two months before they too are named in the final list. Credit: BBC One of those trying to keep up is Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, who has been omitted from England’s squad for the 2022 World Cup qualifiers…
Freund Says He Wouldn’t Rule Out Leaving Salzburg To Be Chelsea Freund Says He Wouldn’t Rule Out Leaving Salzburg To Be Chelsea: Mr. Freund has refused to rule out leaving his current position with Red Bull Salzburg to join Chelsea at their new sporting director position as of yet. Credit: Sportskeeda According to The Mail, Freund is among the names on the Blues’ shortlist for the role, and has held talks with Todd Boehly. It is understood that talks happened when the Premier League side were pursuing young striker Benjamin Sesko in the summer transfer window. Freund was also present…
Thierry Henry: Chelsea star not happy with Graham Potter Thierry Henry: Chelsea star not happy with Graham Potter. Thierry Henry, at Chelsea’s match against Wolves said that it seemed like Raheem Sterling wished that he would not have been subbed off at the end of the game. Credit: Republicworld They also struggled with their Champions League campaign as they are yet to win a match in the UEFA since their transfer window spree. After an opening match loss to Dinamo Zagreb, Graham Potter’s Chelsea side looked in need of defense. However, new signing Ángel Di María had a good start…
No, Aaron Judge won’t be baseball’s ‘real’ home run king if he gets to 62 this season. No, Aaron Judge won’t be baseball’s ‘real’ home run king if he gets to 62 this season. Giancarlo Stanton, then of the Marlins, attempted to hit 60 home runs in 2017. He scored a total of 59. Incredibly entertaining, indeed. The on-field action, at least, was exciting. Credit – https://www.cbssports.com/ It was a bit of a chore to sit through all of those attempts to re-litigate the past. Here’s what we know from Matt Snyder: “This topic is being discussed because it has…
Lewandowski, Tchouameni, Cavani and all the major signings for LaLiga in 2022-23 Lewandowski, Tchouameni, Cavani and all the major signings for LaLiga in 2022-23: A football game “should always be a show,” as Johan Cruyff used to remark. An all-around attractive sport was important to the late LaLiga icon, who was one of the game’s most pivotal figures. Football is a show that lasts well beyond the 90 minutes we used to think it did. Credit – https://www.hindustantimes.com/ Understanding the fervor that surrounds a sport requires an appreciation for its fans, culture, and tales; the transfer market is a key…
Golden State Warriors – Fan perspective on the big talking points Golden State Warriors – Fan perspective on the big talking points: Mark Cadman, an avid supporter of the Warriors, looks back on the 2021-22 season and ahead to the 2023-23 season. Credit – https://www.skysports.com/ The origins of my devotion to the NBA and the Golden State Warriors… Mark Cadman claims I was five years old when I started following the NBA. From 1996 to 1998, I called Germany home; during that time, Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls were everywhere you looked. I have many happy memories of playing…
Top 25 rankings for Week 3 College football Top 25 rankings for Week 3 College football: With the start of Week 3, notable games are being scheduled (Football season) for No. 12 BYU at No. 25 Oregon and No. 24 Texas A&M vs. No. 13 Miami. Credit: https://saturdayblitz.com/ The college football Top 25 for Week 3 No. 1 Georgia | 12 p.m. | ESPNNo. 2 Alabama vs. UL Monroe | 4 p.m. | SEC NetworkNo. 3 Ohio State vs. Toledo | 7 p.m. | FOXNo. 4 Michigan vs. UConn | 12 p.m. | ABCNo. 5 Clemson vs. Louisiana Tech |…
In Sri Lanka, triumphs in cricket and netball bring joy to a nation in crisis In Sri Lanka, triumphs in cricket and netball bring joy to a nation in crisis: In recent months, Sri Lanka’s capital city, Colombo, has seen record numbers as anger over the country’s economic collapse sparked protests that ultimately toppled a political dynasty. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ On Tuesday, crowds returned to Colombo, but they were celebrating two sports victories rather than protesting corruption this time. On Sunday, Sri Lanka’s men’s cricket team defeated Pakistan in the final of the Asia Cup played in the T20 format,…
Chelsea plagued by familiar problems in Graham Potter’s debut as Blues drop more Champions League points. Chelsea plagued by familiar problems in Graham Potter’s debut as Blues drop more Champions League points. Think about Thomas Tuchel if he ever sees his ex-girlfriend with her new man. Tons of time in control, beautiful passing, and space to work with, but little shoots on goal? At Stamford Bridge, he had been delivering that line for months. Credit- https://www.cbssports.com/ As with Tuchel’s final act, Graham Potter’s first game in command ended with Chelsea failing to capitalize on opportunities when the sun was shining…
Liverpool takeover Ajax in Champions League after last gasp winner Joel Matip Liverpool takeover Ajax in Champions League after last gasp winner Joel Matip: Joel Matip’s late goal took Liverpool to victory against Ajax on September 14. This is the first defeat of Ajax this season. The match between Liverpool and Ajax is Match 2 of the Champions League. However, Liverpool is now back in winning ways after starting with a rough season in both Europe and the premier league. Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool started the game well, then fizzled out and eventually won the game. Image credits: wallpapercave.com The Rapid…
Jurgen Klopp is now facing Diogo Jota’s decision as Liverpool’s midfield ease Jurgen Klopp is now facing Diogo Jota’s decision as Liverpool’s midfield ease: Liverpool is going to play against Brighton and Hove Albion Indian next Premier League game. Jurgen Klopp is going to pay for some selection problems in the upcoming games. Liverpool bounced back by defeating Ajax in a Champions League game on 14 September. After starting a rough season and heavy defeat in Italy last week Liverpool is finding their own path. Image credits: wallpapercave.com Joel Matip provided late drama he was stuck late on and Muhammad…