Singapore has been chosen to host the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship Match between Indian challenger D Gukesh and defending champion Ding Liren. The match will take place from November 20 to December 15, 2024, and features a prize fund of $2.5 million.
Wimbledon favorite Aryna Sabalenka has withdrawn from the tournament due to a shoulder injury. The two-time Australian Open champion was forced to pull out after pushing herself to the limit in practice and experiencing worsening pain. Sabalenka’s withdrawal comes just days after she was forced to retire from the Berlin Ladies Open due to a similar shoulder injury.
Wimbledon 2023 is here, and with it comes the usual mix of familiar faces and potential upsets. In the women’s tournament, Iga Świątek looks to break her Wimbledon curse, Coco Gauff is a strong contender, and Aryna Sabalenka is aiming for consistent success. On the men’s side, Carlos Alcaraz seeks to defend his title, Novak Djokovic returns after surgery, and the ever-evolving landscape could produce a new champion.
Russian Ekaterina Alexandrova has withdrawn from Wimbledon due to illness, giving lucky loser Renata Zarazua a chance to face Emma Raducanu in the first round. Raducanu, the 2021 US Open champion, is looking to improve on her previous best performance at Wimbledon, reaching the fourth round in 2021.
The 2024 Olympic women’s football tournament in France promises a thrilling competition, with the United States’ dominance facing challenges and Spain making its debut. New coach Emma Hayes leads a revamped US team, while Spain boasts talent despite recent turmoil. Canada seeks to rebound after a World Cup disappointment, and Brazil’s legendary Marta prepares for her final tournament.
Ace Indian cueist Pankaj Advani is looking to win his third consecutive Asian Billiards Championship, starting on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia. Advani, a nine-time Asian billiards champion, faces tough competition from players across Asia, including fellow Indians Sourav Kothari and Dhruv Sitwala. The tournament features a unique 100-point format that promises exciting and unpredictable matches.
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra has withdrawn from this Sunday’s Paris Diamond League due to a recurring adductor injury. Chopra prioritizes his health and is focusing on training to strengthen his blocking leg and minimize the impact on his groin.
The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) will conclude its group stage campaign at the 2024 Copa America with a crucial match against Uruguay on Monday at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Peruvian referee Kevin Ortega will oversee the encounter, bringing a wealth of experience to the pitch.
Abhinav Bindra, India’s first individual Olympic gold medalist, shared his advice for athletes competing in the upcoming Paris Games, emphasizing the importance of staying in the moment and maintaining a flexible mindset. He also expressed confidence in India’s athletes, praising their consistent performance and dedication. Other athletes, including Tajinderpal Singh Toor and Kishore Kumar Jena, expressed their own aspirations and shared insights into their preparation for the Games.
Shafali Verma’s double century and a ten-wicket haul from Sneh Rana powered India Women to a dominant 10-wicket victory over South Africa Women in the one-off Test at Chennai’s M.A. Chidambaram Stadium.
