Prestianni punished by UEFA ahead of Real Madrid UCL clash after racism allegation involving Vinicius – Firstpost

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Gianluca Prestianni has been punished by UEFA ahead of Benfica’s Champions League match at the Bernabeu against the Real Madrid. Kylian Mbappe had earlier said that Prestianni should not be…

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Gunners desperate to win ‘North London Derby’ to remain top of standings – Firstpost

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Tottenham vs Arsenal LIVE Score: Tottenham Hotspur host Premier League leaders Arsenal on Matchday 27 in the second ‘North London Derby’ of the season. Mikel Arteta’s side enter the contest…

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Lionel Messi back to Barcelona? Club presidential candidate Victor Font promises legend’s return – Firstpost

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Barcelona presidential candidate Victor Font has promised to bring Lionel Messi back to the club for a proper farewell in front of fans. He even proposed Honorary President role ahead…

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ISL crisis averted after Kerala Blasters locked out of home ground hours before Mumbai City clash – Firstpost

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Kerala Blasters FC avoided a last-minute stadium crisis ahead of their ISL clash against Mumbai City FC on Sunday. There was a rent dispute between KBFC and GCDA, which owns…

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IOC Chief bizarrely responds with ‘I’m not aware’ to multiple queries – Firstpost

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Kirsty Coventry was left embarrassed at a recent press conference as she struggled to answer to queries around multiple recent developments and had to say ‘I’m not aware’ repeatedly.“I am…

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Kerala Blasters’ first ISL 2025-26 home match in doubt after Kochi stadium row forces media to vacate press room – Firstpost

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In another embarrassing episode for the Indian football, the media personnel were forced to vacate the press room in the Kochi stadium due to rent dispute between Kerala Blasters and…

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R Praggnanandhaa to face Anish Giri in opening round of FIDE Candidates 2026, race to challenge D Gukesh begins – Firstpost

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India’s R Praggnanandhaa will begin his FIDE Candidates 2026 campaign against Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri, it was confirmed on Friday. The draw for the FIDE Candidates 2026, which will decide…

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Winter Olympics 2026 gold medallist allegedly targeted by Chinese spies; father forced to flee China – Firstpost

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Alysa Liu, who won women’s singles figure skating gold at the Winter Olympics 2026, has a background story unlike most athletes — one involving alleged spying and her father’s escape…

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Why Jake Paul’s fiance Jutta Leerdam avoided punishment after revealing bra in post-race celebrations at Winter Olympics – Firstpost

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Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam, fiance of Jake Paul, will not face punishment after revealing her nike bra following her 1000m gold medal win at the Winter Olympics despite speculations…

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Pakistan hockey captain urges Army Chief Asim Munir to intervene amid huge crisis – Firstpost

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Pakistan hockey captain Ammad Butt has appealed to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir over mismanagement by the Pakistan Hockey Federation during the Australia tour. He cited…

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Vinicius Junior and Prestianni row exposes deeper racism concerns in Argentina football and culture – Firstpost

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Gianluca Prestianni’s alleged racial abuse of Vinicius Junior may not be a one-off incident but a symptom of a deeper malaise in Argentina’s culture.Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior was again at…

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Husky steals the show after gate crashing team cross-country event at Winter Olympics 2026

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The Winter Olympics 2026 continues to deliver memorable moments, the latest being a husky dog running alongside skiers during the women’s team cross-country event.A husky with lots of enthusiasm but…

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What led to Eileen Gu being labelled a ‘traitor’ despite being among greatest female freestyle ski – Firstpost

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Eileen Gu is among the most decorated female freestyle skiers of all time with two gold and three silver medals at the Winter Olympics, including two silver at the ongoing…

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Magnus Carlsen held to a draw by 13-year-old Kazakhstani CM days after being crowned FIDE Freestyle Chess world champion – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen has been been of a number of standout moments with younger players in recent editions of the ‘Titled Tuesday’. And in the two-day ‘Titled Tuesday Grand Prix’ that…

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Benfica fan makes ‘monkey gestures’ against Real Madrid players as Prestianni defends Vinicius’ accusation – Firstpost

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Gianluca Prestianni has defended himself after being accused of racism by Vinicius Junior, while a Benfica fan has been caught racially abusing Real Madrid players during the Champions League clash.Vinicius…

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Russia and Belarus athletes to compete under national flags at Milano Cortina Paralympics, get combined 10 places – Firstpost

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Russia and Belarus were banned from Paralympics after Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, but regained full membership after a vote in September 2025.Russia and Belarus will have a combined 10…

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Wei Yi downplays his Candidates chances, says R Praggnanandhaa has great chance to win: ‘All-round player’ – Firstpost

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Candidates 2026 starts March 28 with eight man competing to win the tournament that will give them a shot at the D Gukesh’s world championship later this year.Chinese Grandmaster Wei…

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First ever all-Asian women’s snowboard halfpipe podium signals shift in Winter Olympics dynamics – Firstpost

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17-year-old Choi Ga-on of South Korea won gold while Korean-origin Chloe Kim of the United States took silver in her bid for an unprecedented three-peat, and Mitsuki Ono of Japan…

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Stefan Renna’s controversial commentary on Israel’s Adam Edelman divides opinion – Firstpost

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Swiss commentator Stefan Renna questioned the IOC’s as Israeli Adam Edelman compete in the bobsleigh competition at the Winter Olympics 2026. Renna’s also highlighted Edelman’s support for ‘genocide’ in Gaza.The…

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Why Dutch speed-skater Jutta Leerdam remains a polarising figure despite record-breaking success at Winter Olympics – Firstpost

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Speed-skating star Jutta Leerdam continues to face a negative perception among experts as well as the general public despite winning women’s 1000m event in record time in the ongoing Winter…

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Magnus Carlsen wins another world title, but it’s becoming difficult to track chess championships – Firstpost

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With Magnus Carlsen winning the 21st world title of his career after being crowned the inaugural FIDE Freestyle Chess world champion, one can’t help but wonder if too many events…

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Novak Djokovic set to make Greece permanent home after meeting with minister – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic appears close to making Greece his permanent home after meeting Migration Minister Thanos Plevris. The 24-time Grand Slam champion moved from Serbia to Athens with his family last…

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Carlsen reveals how he almost ceded FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship to Caruana – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen defeated Fabiano Caruana by a 2.5-1.5 scoreline to be crowned the winner of the inaugural FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship in Weissenhaus, Germany. In the post-match interview, he…

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Man Utd owners mortgage Old Trafford stadium land to take loan for RCB purchase – Firstpost

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Manchester United owners have apparently mortgaged Old Trafford land amid reports linking Glazers to RCB IPL bid. Publicly available filings confirm they have kept properties including land around Old Trafford…

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Carlsen storms into FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship final after beating Nodirbek, faces Caruana for title – Firstpost

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World No 1 Magnus Carlsen, who had won the inaugural Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour last year, defeated Nodirbek Abdusattorov 3-1 to enter the final, where he faces world No…

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Pramod Bhagat wins sensational double gold at BWF Para Badminton World Championships in Bahrain – Firstpost

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Ace para-shuttler Pramod Bhagat won his sixth World Championship singles gold after defeating Indonesia’s Muhammad Al Imran 21–12, 21–18 in the men’s singles SL3 final. He would later team up…

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Neeraj Chopra’s tribute to Lord Kartikeya and Goddess Parvati as he explains meaning of his firm Vel Sports – Firstpost

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Neeraj Chopra launched VEL Sports Management in January 2026 after ending his decade-long partnership with JSW Sports. The Olympic champion has now revealed the story behind the name Vel, inspired…

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Profanities hurled as Sweden accuse Canada’s Marc Kennedy of cheating during curling game: ‘F*** off’ – Firstpost

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Canada defeated Sweden in a round-robin curling game at the Winter Olympics amid accusations of cheating, leading to a highly-charged atmosphere at the arena.Tensions boiled over as Brad Jacobs’ Canada…

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As league starts amid crisis, here are the favourites, challengers and teams playing catch-up – Firstpost

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Indian football’s new normal has arrived with the Indian Super League (ISL) finally kicking off on February 14, hoping to rekindle the love of the beautiful game with its fans…

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Milano-Cortina Winter Games is winning hearts for pizzas, pastas and desserts – Firstpost

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While Paris focused heavily on plant-based menus and sustainability in the 2024 Summer Olympics, Italy has gone for something simpler for the ongoing Winter Games. Local cuisine. Comfort food. And…

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Winter Olympics witnesses furore over judging after French figure skating pair controversially pips USA to gold – Firstpost

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France’s Laurence Fournier Beaudry and Guillaume Cizeron won gold in the figure skating ice dance event, beating USA’s Madison Chock and Evan Bates by the barest of margins despite the…

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Nadal makes brutally honest remark on Djokovic’s chances of winning 25th Grand Slam – Firstpost

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Rafael Nadal has given an honest verdict on Novak Djokovic’s chances of winning a 25th Grand Slam after his Australian Open 2026 final loss to Carlos Alcaraz.Tennis great Rafael Nadal…

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D Gukesh honoured as ‘Titan of the Year’ with limited edition chess-inspired watch; check price – Firstpost

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D Gukesh is the reigning world champion in chess. In 2024, he had become the youngest champion in chess history at the age of just 18 and since then he…

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Ukraine athlete kicked out of Winter Olympics for helmet with images of Ukrainians killed in war – Firstpost

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Despite the threat of the removal, Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych went against the International Olympic Committee’s rule as he created a fresh controversy.Ukraine’s Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Winter…

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Ratcliffe’s ‘immigrants colonised UK’ comments are anti-Man United, spark backlash from Muslim supporters, Piers Morgan – Firstpost

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Manchester United Muslim Supporters Club (MUMSC) and famous broadcaster Piers Morgan tore into INEOS founder and the club co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe after he said the “UK has been colonised”…

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Praggnanandhaa and other top chess stars issue alert on major scheduling conflict – Firstpost

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In an open letter addressed to the Esports World Cup and the Grand Chess Tour, R Praggnanandhaa, Fabiano Caruana and other top chess stars have spoken against the conflicting schedules…

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Elis Lundholm creates history as first openly transgender athlete at Winter Olympics, but may not escape criticism – Firstpost

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Swedish skier Elis Lundholm became the first openly transgender athlete to compete in a Winter Olympics by taking part in a women’s classification event.Swedish skier Elis Lundholm on Tuesday became…

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West Ham expose Carrick’s tactical rigidity as United’s winning run ends – Firstpost

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Man United’s winning rhythm was clipped by West Ham as they exposed Michael Carrick’s tactical rigidity, leaving superfan Frank Ilett’s scissors on hold.Viral Manchester United fan, Frank Ilett, will have…

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Ronaldo set to take big call at Al Nassr after club makes big decision: Report – Firstpost

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There’s a new explosive development in the Cristiano Ronaldo vs Al Nassr saga. The club has taken a major decision, which can bring an end to Ronaldo’s strike.Cristiano Ronaldo’s strike…

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Novak Djokovic offers support to Canadian skater for Winter Olympics in wholesome moment: Watch – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic is currently attending Winter Olympics events in Milan and Cortina with his family. Djokovic attended a skating event which Team USA won and also supported a Canadian athlete.Canadian…

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Francesca Lollobrigida’s cute moment with son in post-race interview goes viral after Olympic gold

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Italian speed skater Francesca Lollobrigida won Olympic gold on her 35th birthday at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, setting a new record. After the win, she melted hearts worldwide with…

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Dhakshineswar Suresh beats years of struggle and COVID setback to emerge as India’s new tennis pin-up boy – Firstpost

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Unheralded Dhakshineswar Suresh helped India beat favourites Netherlands in the Davis Cup. While his sensation tennis captured the imagination, we mustn’t forget Dhakshineswar Suresh’s struggles.For a second day running, India’s…

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Super Bowl LX halftime show shines with Bad Bunny, surprise wedding, and heartfelt ads – Firstpost

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While Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl LX halftime show with Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, a surprise onstage wedding and emotional commercials, including Cadillac hyping its Formula 1 entry…

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How Man United fan is just 90 mins away from ending haircut promise after Carrick wins four in a row – Firstpost

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Viral Manchester United fan Frank Ilet is just one win away from cutting his hair after United’s fourth straight victory under Michael Carrick. The long-running challenge could finally end when…

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Gelfand decodes Kasparov’s genius, reveals how Russian chess icon came up with ‘new opening in 20 minutes’ – Firstpost

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In a chat with popular chess podcaster Greg Mustreader, Boris Gelfand reveals the secret to Garry Kasparov’s dominance, with the 63-year-old having reigned as world No 1 for a record…

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Can Praggnanandhaa win Candidates and setup all-Indian World Championship clash against Gukesh? Dutch GM Giri reacts – Firstpost

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R Praggnanandhaa will be making his second appearance at the Candidates Tournament later this year, having secured his spot as the winner of the 2025 FIDE Circuit, and will be…

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Cristiano Ronaldo left out by Al-Nassr for second consecutive game; here’s the reason behind his continued absence – Firstpost

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Cristiano Ronaldo’s relations with the Saudi Pro League appears to have hit rock bottom these past few days after his criticism of the Public Investment Fund and how it manages…

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N’Golo Kante’s Turkey arrival hit by racism controversy after fans in blackface images go viral – Firstpost

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A bizarre incident took place in Turkey as two Fenerbahce fans appeared in blackface to welcome N’Golo Kante as the World Cup winner joined the club from Al-IttihadAn alleged racist…

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Magnus Carlsen invents brand new opening against 2700-rated opponent during ‘Titled Tuesday’; watch video – Firstpost

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Facing Iranian GM Amin Tabatabaei in the fourth round of the latest edition of Chess.com’s ‘Titled Tuesday’, world No 1 Magnus Carlsen came up with a unique opening move that…

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Sports Ministry goes into damage control mode after India Open fiasco, takes this big step keeping Olympic bid in mind – Firstpost

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The India Open Super 750 tournament in New Delhi made headlines for poor air quality and infrastructure for the second year running, with complaints of bird poop and a monkey…

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Imane Khelif admits taking hormone treatments before Paris Olympics 2024, says she is ‘not a trans woman’ – Firstpost

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Olympic gold medallists Imane Khelif, who has been accused of being a transgender, also revealed her plans regarding a sex test for the Los Angeles Olympics 2028.Olympic boxing champion Imane…

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Arjun Erigaisi remains India’s top-ranked player, Gukesh and Pragg not far behind; 13 Indians in top 100 – Firstpost

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Arjun Erigaisi has retained the title of India’s highest-ranked chess player in the February FIDE ratings, with Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa close behind. India have 13 players in the world top…

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Pep Guardiola criticises Trump, speaks out on wars in Gaza, Ukraine and Sudan – Firstpost

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Pep Guardiola has spoken out on global conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Sudan and criticised Donald Trump for recent killings in the United States. He also addressed Manchester City’s form…

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Gukesh set to return to Norway Chess where he defeated Carlsen in classical chess for first time – Firstpost

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D Gukesh joins Magnus Carlsen, R Praggnanandhaa and Vincent Keymer in a strong playing field for the 2026 Norway Chess tournament that will take place in May.Reigning world champion D…

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Why Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa and Arjun performed poorly at Tata Steel Chess? Indian GM explains: ‘They are…’ – Firstpost

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D Gukesh, R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi all finished in the bottom half of the 14-man standings after poor performance at the recently concluded Tata Steel Chess Masters 2026.Reigning world…

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IOC president calls ICE protests, Epstein files distraction ahead of Winter Olympics – Firstpost

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The Winter Olympics have seen some controversies as protests broke out in the host city of Milan due to involvement of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Games.The…

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Novak Djokovic drops huge retirement hint after Australian Open heartbreak – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic dropped a hint about his retirement after losing the Australian Open final to Carlos Alcaraz. The 38-year-old reflected on his future and hinted uncertainty after falling short of…

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Indian players’ performance nosedives at Tata Steel Chess tournament in Wijk aan Zee – Firstpost

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India’s top chess stars struggled at Tata Steel Chess 2026, with Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, Arjun Erigaisi, and Aravindh Chitambaram winning just six games out of 52. Uzbek GM Nodirbek Abdusattorov won…

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Carlos Alcaraz denies Novak Djokovic to win maiden Australian Open title – Firstpost

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Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic despite losing the opening set to lift his first Australian Open title and completed a career Grand Slam with his victory in Melbourne.Carlos Alcaraz won…

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Sports goods manufacturing gets big boost in Union Budget; assistance for Commonwealth Games also hiked – Firstpost

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The overall allocation for sports ministry saw a rise of over Rs 1000 crore with the government’s flagship Khelo India programme getting a big chunk of the allocation at Rs…

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Nodirbek moves to sole lead at Tata Steel Chess ahead of compatriot Javokhir as all four Indians play out draw in Round 12 – Firstpost

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Nodirbek Abdusattorov heads fellow Uzbekistani GM Javokhir Sindarov by a solitary point with a victory in the penultimate round of Tata Steel Chess on Saturday, the latter raising eyebrows by…

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Why Djokovic’s quest for 25th Grand Slam has to end with a victory over Alcaraz in Australian Open final – Firstpost

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In the end, there were just two. Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz. Two different generations in men’s tennis, with styles of play that aren’t quite identical either. Both set to…

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How Arsenal, Tottenham’s higher finish might cost Chelsea home advantage in Champions League Round of 16 – Firstpost

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Chelsea finished sixth in the Champions League final standings to make their way in the Round of 16 directly. However, Arsenal and Tottenham were first and fourth respectively and that…

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Aryna Sabalenka loses second consecutive final as Elena Rybakina crowned Australian Open women’s singles champion – Firstpost

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Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka 6-4 4-6 6-4 to deny the Belarusian her third Australian Open title in four editions and win only her second Major after the 2022 Wimbledon.Elena…

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Karim Benzema feels ‘insulted’ by contract extension offer at Al-Ittihad – Firstpost

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Karim Benzema’s future at Al-Ittihad is uncertain after the French striker reportedly felt insulted by a Saudi Pro League contract extension offer and refused to playa match. This has raised…

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Manpreet Singh dismisses disciplinary rumours after being left out of India squad – Firstpost

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Former India hockey captain Manpreet Singh has clarified that he is taking a short break from the sport to rest and spend time with family, dismissing rumours of disciplinary action…

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Indians struggle while Sindarov joins Nodirbek for co-lead after Round 11 of Tata Steel Chess Masters – Firstpost

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Javokhir Sindarov defeated Arjun Erigaisi in Round 11 of the Tata Steel Chess Masters 2026 to join Nodirbek Abdusattorov at the top of the standings. Other Indian players endured a…

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RB Ramesh highlights how Gukesh, Pragg and Arjun are different and who is better – Firstpost

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Indian chess coach RB Ramesh has explained the key differences between D Gukesh, Arjun Erigaisi and R Praggnanandhaa. He also highlighted who is better among the Indian trio.Former Indian chess…

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Manpreet Singh wasn’t rested, he was dropped due to disciplinary issue: Report – Firstpost

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Hockey India announced a 33-member squad for the FIH Men’s Pro League, with Manpreet Singh, Dilpreet Singh, and Krishan Pathak omitted. A report suggests that disciplinary issues could be a…

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PT Usha’s husband V Srinivasan dies after collapsing at his residence; PM Modi expresses condolences – Firstpost

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V Srinivasan, husband of Indian Olympic Association president and Rajya Sabha MP PT Usha, passed away at 67 after collapsing at his residence in Kerala.Kozhikode (Kerala): V Srinivasan, husband of…

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Manpreet Singh shockingly dropped for FIH Pro League despite being on cusp of India record for most appearances – Firstpost

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The 33-year-old Manpreet Singh is not in the list of 33 probables for the home leg of the new season of FIH Pro League. Goalkeeper Krishan Bahadur Pathak too has…

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Bangladesh cricket team won’t travel to India, but shooting squad will for Asian Championships – Firstpost

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Interestingly, Bangladesh’s shooters were cleared to travel to India by the government, even as it did not allow the cricket team to tour the country for the T20 World Cup.The…

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Magnus Carlsen applauds American teenager after getting checkmated during Titled Tuesday; watch video – Firstpost

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In an incredibly rare moment in chess, world No 1 Magnus Carlsen found himself getting checkmated by a ‘National Master’ with a rating below 2200 after committing a blunder with…

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Two-year-old Britisher gets into Guinness World Records twice with snooker trick shots: Watch – Firstpost

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Two-year-old Britisher Jude Owens has registered himself in the Guinness World Record books twice with his incredible snooker talent.Two world records in snooker now belong to a two-year-old Britisher Jude…

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How Trump’s tantrums and his aggressive anti-immigration policies are fueling FIFA World Cup boycott calls – Firstpost

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Calls for boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup have taken over the internet with the policies of United States led by the Donald Trump administration making fans across the world…

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Why Man United may not sign Cole Palmer from Chelsea despite strong rumours – Firstpost

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Strong rumours are swirling that Manchester United could soon sign Chelsea star Cole Palmer, but the chances of that happening are very bleak — and here’s why.European and especially English…

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Coco Gauff’s emotional moment exposes Australian Open’s profit-driven prying eyes and lack of private spaces – Firstpost

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A vulnerable moment of Coco Gauff at the Australian Open 2026, following her quarter-final defeat to Elina Svitolina, has sparked a heated debate about broadcasters’ exploitative and intrusive behaviour and…

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Praggnanandhaa snaps winless run at Tata Steel Chess 2026 with hard-fought win as Gukesh suffers another loss – Firstpost

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Defending champion R Praggnanandhaa defeated Aravindh Chithambaram in an all-Indian battle in Round 9 on Tuesday to collect his first win of the 2026 Tata Steel Chess. D Gukesh, meanwhile,…

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Vincent Keymer looks forward to Norway Chess debut after getting confirmed for elite Classical event – Firstpost

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German No 1 Vincent Keymer has charted a meteoric rise since his runner-up finish at the 2022 World Rapid Championship and has climbed 16 places to No 4 on the…

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Coco Gauff hits back at Australian Open broadcasters after footage of racquet smash after quarter-final loss goes viral – Firstpost

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Coco Gauff was seen smashing her racquet after crashing out of the Australian Open in the quarter-finals following an error-strewn match against Elina Svitolina that ended in a 6-1, 6-2…

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India Open 2026 fiasco casts shadow on country’s ambition of hosting Olympics – Firstpost

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The India Open Super 750 came under the scanner once again over issues of poor infrastructure and air quality following complaints from Denmark’s Mia Blichfeldt and Anders Antonsen, leading to…

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Michael Schumacher makes major health progress, no longer bedridden after 2013 ski accident: Report – Firstpost

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Formula One great Michael Schumacher, who has been bedridden since his 2013 ski accident, has reportedly made significant health progress, an explosive report has claimed.Formula One legend Michael Schumacher is…

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Camp Nou roof leaks during Barcelona match, fans, president and media left drenched amid renovation chaos – Firstpost

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A sight familiar to Indian sports fans unfolded at one of football’s biggest stadiums as Barcelona’s Camp Nou suffers leaks, leaving president Joan Laporta, VIP guests and thousands of supporters…

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Seattle Seahawks, New England Patriots set for Super Bowl rematch after being crowned conference champions – Firstpost

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Seattle Seahawks defeated Los Angeles Rams 31-27 to clinch the NFC Championship while the New England Patriots won the AFC Championship after beating Denver Broncos 10-7 in a blizzard-hit showdown.…

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Why Tottenham have been unable to secure Liverpool’s Andy Robertson despite deal reportedly being agreed in principle – Firstpost

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Tottenham Hotspur had hoping to sign Liverpool’s Andy Robertson on a free transfer in the summer but decided to advance their plans by a few months due to a rising…

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Why Formula 1 is staying mum over pre-season testing ahead of season-opening Australian Grand Prix – Firstpost

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Ahead of the Australian Grand Prix, the season-opening race in Melbourne, Australia, teams take part in the pre-season testing in Barcelona as well as twice in Bahrain. Here’s why Formula…

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How Michael Carrick’s arrival has transformed Manchester United’s fortunes, rekindled top-four hopes – Firstpost

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Michael Carrick is off to a successful start in his latest managerial stint with Manchester United with the 20-time English top-flight champions beating Manchester City and Arsenal, the top-two teams…

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Why Alcaraz, Sinner, Sabalenka were asked to remove fitness tracker at Australian Open despite ITF approval – Firstpost

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Why were Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka asked to remove WHOOP fitness trackers at the Australian Open 2026? Here’s why they were asked to remove the trackers despite…

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Rohit Sharma to Harmanpreet Kaur and Savita Punia, full list of winners in sports – Firstpost

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Padma Awards 2026 honoured India’s top sportspersons as Rohit Sharma, Harmanpreet Kaur and Savita Punia received Padma Shri, while tennis legend Vijay Amritraj was conferred the Padma Bhushan. Here’s the…

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Why FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s ‘no Brit arrested’ Qatar World Cup joke angered England fans – Firstpost

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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has sparked backlash from England fans and authorities after joking about British supporters’ hooliganism during the 2022 Qatar World Cup.FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing strong…

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Donald Trump reveals he won’t attend Super Bowl LX amid backlash over the NFL’s choice of performers – Firstpost

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US President Donald Trump has announced he will skip Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium amid criticism of NFL performers Bad Bunny and Green Day. The Super Bowl teams will…

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Tough day for Indians as Gukesh, Arjun go down, Pragg stays winless in Round 7 – Firstpost

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Round 7 proved difficult for Indian players at Tata Steel Chess 2026 as Gukesh Dommaraju, Arjun Erigaisi and Aravindh Chitambaram suffered defeats, while R Praggnanandhaa settled for another draw in…

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Novak Djokovic registers 400th Grand Slam win, equals Roger Federer’s Australian Open record – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic defeated Netherlands’ Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets on Saturday to reach where no player had ever reached in the history of tennis.Tennis legend Novak Djokovic added…

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Gukesh suffers setback immediately after first win of 2026 as Nodirbek ends undefeated run at Tata Steel Chess – Firstpost

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After beating Thai Dai Van Nguyen in 51 moves to register his first victory of the year, Indian chess D Gukesh lost to Nodirbek Abdusattorov, the current leader at the…

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American GM Daniel Naroditsky’s death ruled as an accident in medical examiner’s report – Firstpost

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According to a report released by the Mecklenburg County Medical Examiner’s Office on Thursday, Naroditsky had died of probable cardiac arrhythmia, a sudden heart rhythm disturbance, caused primarily by an…

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Half of Indian esports players view it as an ‘extremely viable’ career option, shows new survey – Firstpost

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A new survey by YouGov, commissioned by JetSynthesys brings out some very interesting results regarding the esports scene in India.Esports is taking big strides in India not just as a…

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No family, but an old fig tree for company as Djokovic chases Grand Slam No 25 at Australian Open 2026: ‘It’s beautiful’ – Firstpost

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An old fig tree in Melbourne has become Novak Djokovic’s family as his children did not travel for Australian Open 2026 this time.Novak Djokovic’s Mission Grand Slam No 25 at…

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What is Pune Grand Tour 2026? All you need to know about India’s first UCI 2.2 event – Firstpost

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The Pune Grand Tour 2026 is India’s first UCI 2.2 multi-stage professional cycling race, featuring 29 international teams and 171 global and Indian riders. Check out more on the PGT,…

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France, Germany rule out boycott of FIFA World Cup 2026 in US despite Trump tariff threats – Firstpost

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France and Germany have said that they would not boycott FIFA World Cup matches in the USA even as Donald Trump threatened them with tariffs.France and Germany have said that…

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Why Carlos Alcaraz says he isn’t trying to be tennis’ next ambassador despite comparisons with Federer and Nadal – Firstpost

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Carlos Alcaraz said he never thinks he has to be the ‘best ambassador possible’ for tennis like former greats Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.Carlos Alcaraz said Wednesday that he doesn’t…

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How Indian riders are using Pune Grand Tour 2026 to learn and bridge gap with international cycling – Firstpost

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The ongoing Pune Grand Tour 2026 is not just about who is winning the races. It is also about how hard this level of cycling is, and why races like…

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Gukesh capitalises on a blunder to beat Van Nguyen as Praggnanandhaa remains winless – Firstpost

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While D Gukesh vanquished Thai Dai Van Nguyen in 51 moves and R Praggnanandhaa was held to a draw by Anish Giri, Arjun Erigaisi and Aravindh Chithambaram lost to Vladimir…

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KRAFTON India brings back Rising Star Programme for 2026 to strengthen India’s Esports creator pipeline – Firstpost

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The programme will onboard a new set of Rising Stars across two tiers, i.e. Elite Rising Stars and Backup Rising Stars. KRAFTON India Esports will organise multiple dedicated Rising Stars…

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Will Europe boycott the FIFA World Cup over Trump’s Greenland takeover plans? How federations are reacting – Firstpost

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Donald Trump continues to insist on his demand to take over Greenland and that has created a problem for European football federations as they calculate the best approach to tackle…

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Magnus Carlsen, Hikaru Nakamura forced to rely purely on memory in unique blindfold exhibition match – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura, the top-two players in the world, took part in a unique game of chess organised by BETBY at ICE Barcelona, one of the world’s largest…

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Indian-origin star set to drive ahead of F1 debut; check venue and how to buy tickets – Firstpost

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Arvid Lindblad, British star with roots in India, is set to be the star attraction at the upcoming Red Bull Moto Jam 2026 where fans can enjoy some top-class motorsport…

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Chess Grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky had multiple drugs in his system at time of death: Report – Firstpost

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American chess star Daniel Naroditsky, who was found dead in Charlotte in October, had multiple drugs in his system at time of death, a toxicology report has said.A toxicology report…

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Niemann stuns Aravindh with dazzling queen sacrifice as Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa struggle for wins – Firstpost

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Hans Niemann stunned India’s Aravindh Chithambaram at Tata Steel Chess 2026 with stunning queen sacrifice as D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa failed to pick up a win in the fourth…

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Tennis icon Sania Mirza launches ‘The Next Set’ to mentor India’s leading women athletes – Firstpost

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The primary focus of “The Next Set” is providing access to a dedicated support system — including coaches, physiotherapists and trainers. Alongside this, the programme will also conduct focused tennis…

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Brahim Diaz issues heart-wrenching apology as conspiracy theories swirl over Panenka penalty miss in AFCON final – Firstpost

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Brahim Diaz has issued an apology for the saved penalty in the AFCON final loss to Senegal, but wild conspiracy theories continue to float on social media.Amid conspiracy theories that…

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Novak Djokovic becomes first man to achieve unique feat after starting Australian Open 2026 campaign with a win – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic, who is eyeing his 25th Grand Slam triumph at this year’s Australian Open, began his campaign with a 6-3 6-2 6-2 victory over Spain’s Pedro Martinez, completing a…

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Why ISL continues to face uncertainty despite start date being announced by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya – Firstpost

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya had recently announced 14 February as the start date for the 12th season of the ISL, with the AIFF sharing more details including the budget. The…

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CAF to sanction Senegal, coach Pape Thiaw over walkout drama in AFCON final against Morocco – Firstpost

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Senegal coach Pape Thiaw had urged his players to walk off the ground in protest after the referee awarded a penalty to Morocco in the final minute of stoppage time…

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‘Title number 25 is Djokovic’s main motivation, but you wonder if age has caught up’: Somdev Devvarman – Firstpost

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Anyone who closely follows and covers top-level tennis will tell you that there is always a certain buzz around the Australian Open which is very different from the energy that…

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Venus Williams becomes oldest woman to play singles main draw, loses in first round – Firstpost

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Venus Williams won the first set on her return to tennis after a ​16-month break, but Olga Danilovic completed a swift turnaround.Olga Danilovic beat Venus Williams 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4 ‍at…

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Praggnanandhaa suffers second straight defeat after another poor game as Gukesh is held to a draw – Firstpost

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R Praggnanandhaa poor form continues in Tata Steel Chess 2026 as he has suffered two back-to-back defeats, while world champion D Gukesh is yet to win a match.World champion D…

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Walkout threat, Mane’s intervention, Panenka miss and Senegal’s extra-time glory – Firstpost

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The AFCON final will be remembered less for football and more for controversy, as eventual champions Senegal nearly staged a walkout before experienced Sadio Mane restored calm, with coach Pape…

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Ethiopia’s Tadu Abate, Yeshi Kalayu Chekole crowned Mumbai Marathon 2026 champions – Firstpost

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Ethiopians Tadu Abate Deme and Yeshi Kalayu Chekole registered significant victories in the 21st edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label Road Race, in Mumbai on…

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Senegal accuses AFCON organisers of putting their players ‘in danger’, favouring hosts Morocco ahead of final – Firstpost

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In a statement posted on social media on the eve of the final in Rabat on Sunday, the Senegalese football federation has accused AFCON 2025 organisers of “clear lack of…

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Roger Federer headlines first ever Australian Open opening ceremony on return to Melbourne Park after three years – Firstpost

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From teaming up with Andre Agassi and Ash Barty to sharing an emotional moment with former rival Novak Djokovic, it was quite the memorable evening for 20-time Grand Slam champion…

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FIFPro urges ISL clubs to ‘respect players’ contracts’ amid debate over pay cut ahead of 12th season – Firstpost

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With Indian Super League clubs expected to bear 60 per cent of the operating cost for the 12th season that gets underway on 14 February, many teams have been discussing…

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Jurgen Klopp unlikely to be back at Liverpool but managerial return possible if these two teams insist: Report – Firstpost

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Jurgen Klopp left Liverpool at the end of the 2023-24 season and after that he has joined Red Bull as their head of global football since JanuaryFormer Liverpool manager Jurgen…

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Roger Federer to headline first ever Australian Open Opening Ceremony with legends set to take court – Firstpost

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The 2026 Australian Open will have an Opening Ceremony for the first time in the history of the tournament. Legends like Roger Federer and Andre Agassi will be the stars…

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No Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa, only one Indian to compete at FIDE World Freestyle Chess Championship – Firstpost

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Arjun Erigaisi will be up against some of the biggest names on the circuit as he aims to win the FIDE Freestyle Chess Championship that takes place in February.Only one…

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Will AFA corruption scandal affect Argentina’s FIFA World Cup title defence? – Firstpost

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Argentina Football Association is currently going through a crisis with its president and his advisor implicated in a massive corruption scandal involving funds worth millions allegedly being misappropriated.As Lionel Messi…

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Roger Federer returns to Australian Open court vs Casper Ruud as Djokovic watches from sidelines – Firstpost

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Australian Open fans were in for an emotional rollercoaster as Roger Federer turned back the clock at Rod Laver Arena during a tie-break exhibition against Casper Ruud, with Novak Djokovic…

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AIFF says truncated ISL gets AFC recognition; but no direct slots for Indian clubs – Firstpost

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The All India Football Federation has confirmed that the AFC has recognised the truncated 2025-26 Indian Super League, but no direct slots have been allotted to the Indian clubs.New Delhi,…

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BAI’s gross mismanagement turns India Open into an international embarrassment – Firstpost

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New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi Sports Complex is currently hosting the India Open badminton tournament. While the competition has not been marketed aggressively, some animals and birds are definitely aware of…

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Bibisara Assaubayeva, women’s World Blitz Champion, set to make her Norway Chess debut – Firstpost

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Bibisara Assaubayeva, the three-time Women’s World Blitz Champion, is one of the most dominant speed chess players of this generation.Bibisara Assaubayeva will make her highly anticipated debut at Norway Chess…

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BAI caught red-faced again as bird poop on court stops match twice at India Open – Firstpost

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The second-round match between India’s H S Prannoy and Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew at the India Open was interrupted by bird poop falling from ceiling on court twice during the…

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Gerard Pique takes sarcastic jibe at Alvaro Arbeloa after Madrid’s shock defeat to second-tier Albacete: ‘Good debut..’ – Firstpost

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Without some of their key players including Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid suffered an embarrassing 3-2 loss to second division side Albacete in a dramatic match in the Round of 16…

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Novak Djokovic’s reaction to ‘Let’s go Roger’ chant during his practice match wins hearts: Watch – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic who returns to action at the upcoming Australian Open gave the crowd a funny moment during his practice match against Daniil Medvedev on Wednesday.Novak Djokovic is an out…

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Corruption allegations pile on Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium as India Open embarrassment deepens – Firstpost

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Fresh allegations of bribery and poor hygiene have been made against Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium which was recently criticised by an international player during the India Open badminton tournament.The arrangements…

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Humiliation for Real Madrid as second-division Albacete stun new coach Arbeloa in Copa del Rey last 16 – Firstpost

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Alvaro Arbeloa’s suffered a horror managerial debut as second-tier Albacete stunned Read Madrid in the Copa del Rey round-of-16 stage on Wednesday.Substitute Jefte Betancor scored twice as second-tier Albacete pulled…

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Premier League, LaLiga inspire AIFF’s charter that will run ISL for next 21 years: Report – Firstpost

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AIFF has shared a charter with the clubs that will participate in the upcoming season of the Indian Super League. The charter has details of the governing and managing councils…

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‘I don’t feel pressure’: Sumit Nagal relishes responsibility of being Indian No 1, hopes to be a source of inspiration – Firstpost

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Indian tennis witnessed three legends bid goodbye to the sport over the last five years – Leander Paes in 2020, Sania Mirza in 2023 and most recently Rohan Bopanna in…

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Anders Antonsen pulls out of India Open citing extreme pollution after compatriot flags poor playing conditions – Firstpost

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Top Danish shuttler Anders Antonsen has withdrawn from India Open 2026 citing hazardous Delhi air pollution. This comes after compatriot Mia Blichfeldt criticised training conditions.Top Danish badminton player Anders Antonsen,…

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Mary Kom’s husband responds to boxer’s divorce comments – Firstpost

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Mary Kom’s ex-husband Onler has responded to the boxer’s divorce claims, denying allegations of financial cheating and making counterclaims about their marriage.Mary Kom’s ex-husband Karung Onkholer, also known as Onler,…

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So insists Gukesh should be recognised as only world champion, slams ‘political’ FIDE for creating too many events – Firstpost

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American GM Wesley So criticised FIDE for the introduction of the ‘Total Chess World Championship’ and the ‘FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship’ in addition to the governing body’s existing events…

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Mbappe behind Alonso’s exit from Real Madrid? Viral clip shows French star openly undermining coach’s authority – Firstpost

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In a clip that is doing the rounds on social media, Kylian Mbappe is seen openly refusing Xabi Alonso’s call for his players to give Barcelona a guard of honour…

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Is India’s boxing system ready for LA 2028? Why the national camp model is broken – Firstpost

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The National Boxing championships wrapped up in Greater Noida last week, showcasing India’s top talent in the sport over a week of intense bouts. However, within the boxing community itself,…

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Magnus Carlsen ends speculation over classical future, confirms Norway Chess 2026 participation – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen has confirmed his participation in Norway Chess 2026, ending speculation over his future in classical chess as the elite tournament moves from Stavanger to Oslo for the first…

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Djokovic achieves rare milestone despite skipping several events ahead of Australian Open – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic reached a historic milestone ahead of the 2026 Australian Open despite not playing a competitive match this year.Novak Djokovic has achieved a remarkable milestone ahead of the 2026…

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Who is Alvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid’s new coach following Xabi Alonso’s sudden exit – Firstpost

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Real Madrid have appointed former defender Alvaro Arbeloa as head coach after Xabi Alonso’s exit. Here’s a look at Arbeloa’s playing career, coaching journey and his first major challenge with…

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All 14 clubs confirm participation but decision on venues still awaited, claims report – Firstpost

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All 14 ISL clubs have reportedly confirmed participation in the delayed 2025-26 season starting February 14, but uncertainty remains over venues.All 14 Indian Super League (ISL) clubs have officially confirmed…

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Xabi Alonso parts ways with Real Madrid as head coach following Spanish Super Cup final loss against Barcelona – Firstpost

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Xabi Alonso had returned Real Madrid, the club he had represented as a player for five years, last summer replacing Carlo Ancelotti as manager, but lasted just six months in…

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Another Manchester United icon joins Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in race to replace Ruben Amorim, claims report – Firstpost

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Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was widely seen as the frontrunner to assume charge, at least until the end of the season, after the club decided to sack Ruben…

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Luca Zidane involved in wild on-field brawl as AFCON quarterfinal turns ugly after Nigeria knock Algeria out – Firstpost

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Viktor Osimhen was the hero with a goal and an assist in Nigeria’s 2-0 victory over Algeria. Nigeria thus set up a clash against hosts Morocco in the semifinal of…

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Wesley So wins Tata Steel Chess India Blitz, Nihal Sarin runner-up with Arjun Erigaisi third – Firstpost

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The Women’s section also ended with a thrilling playoff that saw another American Carissa Yip hold her nerve to lift the trophy. India’s Vantika Agarwal finished runner-up.American Grandmaster Wesley So…

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Barcelona pip Real Madrid in dramatic El Clasico in Jeddah, win 16th Spanish Super Cup title – Firstpost

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Barcelona retained the Spanish Super Cup with an entertaining 3-2 Clasico win over Real Madrid in Saudi Arabia on Sunday.Raphinha struck twice for the Catalans with Robert Lewandowski also on…

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Egypt knock out Ivory Coast to set up semifinal clash against Senegal, Nigeria to meet Morocco – Firstpost

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Salah arrived in Morocco for the premier African sporting event amid uncertainty over his future at Liverpool after a post-match outburst following a draw at Leeds United. But he has…

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Arjun Erigaisi outsmarts Viswanathan Anand in Tata Steel Chess India Blitz to take second spot – Firstpost

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The top-ranked Indian player across formats, Arjun was on a roll to start the blitz section of the event. Having finished behind champion Nihal Sarin and runner-up Anand in the…

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Crystal Palace knocked out by sixth-tier Macclesfield, who are 117 places below them, in biggest ever FA Cup upset – Firstpost

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Crystal Palace, the defending FA Cup champions, slumped to a 1-2 defeat at the hands of the sixth-tier side Macclesfield who overcame the biggest ever gap in FA Cup history…

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Neeraj Chopra ends partnership with legendary coach who helped him cross the 90m-mark – Firstpost

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Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra announced the end of his coaching partnership with javelin legend Jan Zelezny after one season. The coach had helped him cross the 90m mark in their…

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Boxers at National Championships evicted from accommodation, forced to spend evening outdoors in chilling cold: Report – Firstpost

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Report says bags of boxers and their support staffs were put outside their rooms and they were asked to vacate their accommodations since the bookings were only done till Friday.Boxers,…

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Alex Ferguson accused of influencing Manchester United’s decisions – Firstpost

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Ferguson regularly attends United’s home matches and recently the new caretaker manager Darren Fletcher also said that he does not take any big calls without consulting the 84-year-old legend.Alex Ferguson…

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Why Hikaru Nakamura will not be participating in newly-introduced FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship – Firstpost

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FIDE had organised two Fischer Random World Championships in 2019 and 2022. Nakamura was the winner of the second tournament and he seems to be content with that.FIDE and Freestyle…

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PV Sindhu enters Malaysia Open semifinals after Akane Yamaguchi retires injured; Satwik-Chirag bow out – Firstpost

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PV Sindhu reached the semifinals of the Malaysia Open after Akane Yamaguchi of Japan retired injured. India’s men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty crashed out in the quarterfinals.Kuala…

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Gukesh’s last-minute replacement Nihal Sarin trumps Viswanathan Anand to win open rapid title – Firstpost

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Nihal Sarin has won the Tata Steel Chess India 2026 Open Rapid title in Kolkata despite a last-minute entry, finishing ahead of former world champion Viswanathan Anand.Nihal Sarin made the…

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Tennis Kenya explains reason behind embarrassing wild card pick who served 20 double faults in double-bagel loss – Firstpost

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Egyptian player named Hajar Abdelkader went viral recently after videos of her participation in an ITF tournament triggered controversy as she seemed to lack basic skills of professional tennis.Tennis Kenya…

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Viswanathan Anand in joint lead with Nihal Sarin despite loss to Arjun Erigaisi – Firstpost

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Anand bounced back with wins against Hans Niemann and Volodar Murzin to continue his lead. Sarin earned three wins on the day and led with Anand at 4.5/6 points.The legendary Viswanathan…

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NRAI suspends national level shooting coach after FIR for sexually assaulting minor – Firstpost

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According to the FIR filed by the victim, she was targetted last month during the National Championships at the Karni Singh Range.New Delhi: A prominent member of India’s shooting coaching…

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Magnus Carlsen praises Faustino Oro who is close to becoming youngest ever Grandmaster – Firstpost

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Faustino Oro, nicknamed Messi of Chess, has made heads turn around the chess world with the prodigy getting a lot of praise from several great players.Faustino Oro, the 12-year-old Argentinian…

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Ex-Inter Milan boss tells Manchester United ‘no thanks’ after approach to replace Amorim: Report – Firstpost

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Amorim was sacked on January 5 a little over a year after his appointment owing to inconsistent results this season. Reports say his refusal to adapt his tactics led to…

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Players requested to take salary cuts up to 25% ahead of new season as ISL clubs fight for ‘survival’: Report – Firstpost

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ISL’s new season begins February 14 and since the league will go on without a commercial partner, the costs will have to be limited. A big casualty of this cost-cutting…

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FIDE ends feud with freestyle chess organisers to announce another world championship – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen had declared in 2024 that he was “at full war with FIDE” after the chess governing body had denied permission to privately crown a freestyle chess world champion.FIDE…

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BFI orders review on refereeing at National Boxing Championships after Olympian Ashish Chaudhary’s disqualification – Firstpost

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Ashish Chaudhary was disqualified less than two minutes into his men’s 80kg bout against Rupesh after it was ruled that he had intentionally clashed heads with his opponent and caused…

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Manchester United hold talks with potential replacements including former manager after Ruben Amorim sacking: Report – Firstpost

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Manchester United have begun talks with potential interim managers following the sacking of Ruben Amorim. Among the names are a few familiar faces, including a former coach.Manchester United have begun…

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Viswanathan Anand returns after six years; Arjun, Pragg to lead Open as Gukesh, Carlsen sit out – Firstpost

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The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid & Blitz Open 2026 begins in Kolkata with stars like Viswanathan Anand, Arjun Erigaisi, R Praggnanandhaa and Vidhit Gujrathi in action, while D Gukesh…

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In Photos | World Cup-winning Indian cricket teams felicitated at star-studded ‘United in Triumph’ event in Mumbai – Firstpost

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Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani honoured the teams that won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in 2024 as well as the ICC Women’s World Cup and the Blind Women’s…

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IOC confident of 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics starting on time despite concerns over repeated delays – Firstpost

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The upcoming Winter Olympics will be hosted at Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo in Italy and is scheduled to take place from 6 to 22 February. Delays, however, have hampered preparation…

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Who is Liam Rosenior? All you need to know about Chelsea’s replacement for head coach Enzo Maresca – Firstpost

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Chelsea named Liam Rosenior their new head coach on a contract that keeps him at Stamford Bridge until 2032, the announcement coming less than a week after Enzo Maresca resigned…

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ISL 2025-26 start date announced by Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya with all 14 clubs in action – Firstpost

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The 12th season of the Indian Super League will have 91 matches taking place on a home-and-away basis with a shortened season of the I-League taking place around the same…

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Chelsea name Liam Rosenior head coach until 2032 less than a week after Enzo Maresca’s exit – Firstpost

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Former Hull city defender and manager Liam Rosenior joins Chelsea on a six-year contract from Strasbourg, the French top-division club that he had been managing since 2024. He will take…

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How much Ruben Amorim’s exit will cost Manchester United, reveals a report – Firstpost

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Manchester United have sacked head coach Ruben Amorim after just 14 months at Old Trafford. Here’s how much the decision will cost the club.Manchester United have sacked head coach Ruben…

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Why Manchester United have been sacking managers since Alex Ferguson’s retirement – Firstpost

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We take a look at the five reasons why Manchester United have been sacking managers almost every other season since the 26-year reign of the legendary Ferguson ended in 2013.Manchester…

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Magnus Carlsen tops chess earnings in 2025 with nearly $1.5 million in prize money – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen topped the global chess prize-money list in 2025 after winning the World Rapid and Blitz titles in Doha and excelling across other major tournaments.Magnus Carlsen once again showed…

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Who is Darren Fletcher, Manchester United’s temporary replacement for Ruben Amorim – Firstpost

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Manchester United have sacked Ruben Amorim after 14 months in charge, with Darren Fletcher named as interim manager. Fletcher is expected to lead the team until a permanent replacement is…

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Novak Djokovic withdraws from Adelaide International, to return to action directly at Australian Open – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic has withdrawn from the Adelaide International and will begin his 2026 season directly at the Australian Open, where he is a 10-time champion. The Adelaide event was supposed…

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Uttarakhand’s Rajan Kumar fails dope test in rare case involving cricketer; sprinter Dhanalakshmi Sekar gets 8-year ban – Firstpost

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Left-arm pacer Rajan had submitted a dope sample that tested positive for anabolic steroids Drostanolone and Metenolone, as well as Clomifene. Dhanalakshmi, meanwhile, has been slapped with a lengthy ban…

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Carlsen’s ex-coach shuts down talk of Norwegian GM competing in ‘B-events’ to maintain No 1 Classical rating – Firstpost

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Despite being semi-retired in Classical chess since opting against defending his world title in 2023, Magnus Carlsen continues to occupy the top spot in the FIDE ratings for the format,…

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Why was Ruben Amorim suddenly removed as Manchester United manager? Report reveals potential reason – Firstpost

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Ruben Amorim was sacked as Manchester United manager after just 14 months in charge, with the club announcing his exit on Monday, two days after the 1-1 draw against Leeds…

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Neeraj Chopra launches athlete management firm, ends partnership with JSW Sports – Firstpost

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Neeraj Chopra has made a new beginning by launching his own athlete management firm after ending a long-standing partnership with JSW Sports.Two-time Olympic medal-winning javelin throw star Neeraj Chopra has…

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Why is Novak Djokovic leaving the Professional Tennis Players Association, the advocacy group he co-founded? – Firstpost

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The Professional Tennis Players Association was co-founded by Novak Djokovic but he is now leaving it. We explain why Djokovic has decided to part ways with PTPA.Novak Djokovic has decided…

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City closing in on Bournemouth’s Semenyo; doubts still linger over Salah’s Liverpool future – Firstpost

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With the January Transfer Window currently underway, we take a look at some of the major completed deals as well as some of the biggest rumours doing the rounds from…

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Manchester City vs Chelsea Live Score: Blues begin life Enzo Maresca at Pep Guardiola and Co's home turf

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Manchester City vs Chelsea Live Score: Manchester City host Chelsea, who are without a permanent manager after parting ways with Enzo Maresca, at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday hoping to…

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India making ‘strong efforts’ to host 2036 Olympics, says PM Modi – Firstpost

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is preparing with full strength to host the 2036 Olympic Games, highlighting the government’s focus on an athlete-first sports ecosystem.Prime Minister Narendra Modi on…

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Aman Sehrawat, Sujeet Kalkal fetch big bids as Mumbai Dangals, Delhi Warriors splurge at PWL auction – Firstpost

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The Pro Wrestling League is returning after a six-year gap. It will start on 16 January and run till 1 February.India’s U23 world champion Sujeet Kalkal was bought by Delhi…

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How last-minute change of plan led to British boxing star Anthony Joshua surviving deadly car crash in Nigeria – Firstpost

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Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries while two of his close friends died after the Lexus SUV they were traveling in collided with a stationary truck on…

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Arjun Erigaisi unlocks historic feat after stellar run in World Rapid and Blitz Championships – Firstpost

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Arjun Erigaisi kept the Indian flag flying high in Doha during the 2025 World Rapid and Blitz Championships, where he won a bronze in both categories. Thanks to his stellar…

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Relief for Indian football as AIFF confirms it will organise ISL 2025-26, will announce dates soon – Firstpost

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The governing body’s Emergency Committee gave its formal approval to a report submitted by the AIFF-ISL Co-ordination Committee which recommended the Kalyan Chaubey-led organisation run the 12th season of India’s…

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Sjoerd Marijne, architect of Tokyo Olympics success, reappointed coach of Indian women’s hockey team – Firstpost

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Sjoerd Marijne will hope to make an instant impact with the Indian women’s hockey team at the Women’s World Cup Qualifiers in Hyderabad, Telangana from March 8 to 14.Dutchman Sjoerd…

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Why Liam Rosenior has emerged as Chelsea’s top choice to replace Enzo Maresca – Firstpost

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Chelsea could soon appoint Liam Rosenior as their new manger after sacking Enzo Maresca. Here’s why Rosenior is preferred.Strasbourg manager Liam Rosenior has emerged as the favourite to replace Enzo…

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Gabon football plunge into chaos as government suspends national team, drops Aubameyang after AFCON exit – Firstpost

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Gabon’s national football team was suspended after AFCON exit in a dramatic fashion as the sports minister made the announcement on the television.Gabon’s national football team has been thrown into…

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Former World No.1 explains the real reasons behind Alcaraz–Ferrero split – Firstpost

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Former World No.1 and Olympic champion has explained why Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero may have split. He cited fame, girls, and external distractions a reasons behind the breakup.Former…

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ISL clubs put conditions before AIFF, seek fee waiver and financial backing for 2025-26 season – Firstpost

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New Delhi: Thirteen of the 14 Indian Super League (ISL) clubs on Thursday told All India Football Federation (AIFF) that they “may be ready and willing” to take part in…

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Chelsea part ways with Enzo Maresca after relationship breakdown and poor run of form – Firstpost

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Chelsea have parted ways with manager Enzo Maresca after a reported breakdown in relations with the club hierarchy. Despite early success, poor recent results led to the Italian coach’s exit.MANCHESTER,…

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Vladimir Kramnik takes FIDE to court over claims he harassed players with cheating allegations – Firstpost

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Russian chess legend Vladimir Kramnik has filed a defamation lawsuit against FIDE in a Swiss court after being accused of harassing players with unsubstantiated cheating allegations. The case follows controversy…

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AIFF seeks urgent confirmation from ISL clubs on participation in 2025-26 season – Firstpost

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New Delhi: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Wednesday asked the clubs to confirm their participation in the delayed season of the Indian Super League (ISL) and the proposed…

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From ICC T20 World Cup to FIFA World Cup, 8 sporting events you can’t afford to miss – Firstpost

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Major sports events in 2026 include the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, FIFA Men’s World Cup, Winter Olympics, and more. Check out the eight biggest sporting events you can’t afford…

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Ronaldo scores with his back and moves closer to 1,000 career goals, but Al Nassr’s winning streak ends – Firstpost

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An unusual goal for Cristiano Ronaldo helped the star footballer move closer to the 1,000 career goals milestone, but Al Nassr’s winning streak was brought to an end by Al…

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Magnus Carlsen makes a brilliant comeback to win World Blitz title days after his Rapid victory – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen completed a stunning Rapid-Blitz double by winning the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha, defeating Nodirbek Abdusattorov in the finals. India’s Arjun Erigaisi claimed the bronze medal,…

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Arjun Erigaisi settles for bronze in World Blitz Championship after identical result in Rapid – Firstpost

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Arjun Erigaisi settled for a bronze medal at the World Blitz Championship in Doha after suffering a semifinal defeat to Nodirbek Abdusattorov, who advanced to the finals to face Magnus…

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta summoned as suspect in Rs 96 lakh fraud case: Report – Firstpost

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Barcelona president Joan Laporta has been summoned by a Spanish court in an alleged €91,500 (Rs 96 lakh) fraud case linked to investments made in 2016.Barcelona president Joan Laporta has…

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Magnus Carlsen knocks over pieces and loses on forfeit after another incident at World Blitz Championship

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Magnus Carlsen lost his Round 14 game by forfeit at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 after knocking over multiple pieces under time pressure. This is the second dramatic incident…

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Why Egypt coach Hossam Hassan wants Africa Cup of Nations every to take place every two years? – Firstpost

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The Confederation of African Football announced last week that the tournament will be staged every four years in the future, ending a tradition of biennial competition that dates back to…

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Gukesh makes big mistake as he loses to 12-year-old chess prodigy in World Blitz Championship

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World champion Gukesh Dommaraju suffered a shock defeat at the FIDE World Blitz Championship 2025 in Doha after losing to 12-year-old prodigy Sergey Sklokin following a costly blunder.World champion Gukesh…

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Anthony Joshua involved in car crash while holidaying in Nigeria days after beating Jake Paul

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British boxing star Anthony Joshua was reportedly involved in a car crash while holidaying in Nigeria. Promoter Eddie Hearn said the boxer appears to be okay as more details are…

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PM Modi lauds Koneru Humpy, Arjun Erigaisi after historic bronze at FIDE World Rapid Championships – Firstpost

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Koneru Humpy and Arjun Erigaisi for winning bronze medals at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Chess Championships in Doha.New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on…

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FIDE slammed after Koneru Humpy denied shot at World Rapid title despite finishing with joint – Firstpost

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Humpy’s bid to become the only the second women to retain the rapid title after China’s Ju Wenjun failed in a bizarre manner and the Indian had to settle for…

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Why fans in UK were warned of $1350 fine for watching ‘Battle of Sexes’ clash between Kyrgios and Sabalenka – Firstpost

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Kyrgios was tested hard but still won the latest version of the “Battle of the Sexes” in tennis, beating top-ranked women’s player Sabalenka 6-3, 6-3.The much-debated ‘Battle of Sexes’ is…

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Magnus Carlsen reclaims World Rapid crown, Arjun Erigaisi takes bronze; Koneru Humpy shines in women’s section – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen wins the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2025 with 10.5/13 points, claiming his sixth title. Indian GM Arjun Erigaisi earns bronze, while Koneru Humpy takes bronze in the…

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AIFF awaits AFC’s response on ISL clubs’ Asian slots amid talks of shortened 2025-26 season – Firstpost

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AIFF is waiting for AFC’s decision on whether ISL clubs will retain AFC Champions League Two slots despite playing fewer than the mandatory 24 matches in the 2025-26 season amid…

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Ruben Amorim slammed by former teammate for calling Man United ‘worst in history,’ says it added pressure – Firstpost

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Former Manchester United player has criticised coach Ruben Amorim for calling the team the worst in history, saying the comments added unnecessary pressure on his teammates. United are currently seventh…

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Indian football crisis deepens as AIFF, ISL clubs meet again with no clear outcome: Report – Firstpost

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Indian football is facing uncertainty as AIFF and ISL clubs once again failed to finalise plans for the 2025-26 season. Key issues like scheduling and AFC competition eligibility were discussed…

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Why Carlsen won’t face action for shorts controversy at World Rapid Championship Day 3 – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen grabbed attention at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Championship in Doha after arriving in shorts on Day 3, a year after the jeansgate controversy. Meanwhile, he is currently…

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Pakistan kabaddi player banned by national federation for wearing Indian jersey, waving tricolour – Firstpost

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Pakistan international kabaddi player Ubaidullah Rajput has been banned indefinitely by the Pakistan Kabaddi Federation for playing in an Indian team at a private Bahrain tournament without NOC approval, sparking…

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Cristiano Ronaldo closes in on 1000-goal landmark with brace in commanding Al Nassr win – Firstpost

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Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice on Saturday for Al Nassr and now has 956 goals to his name and remains just 44 short of his extraordinary target of 1000 career goals.Cristiano…

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Ollie Watkins shocks Chelsea with brace in Aston Villa’s sensational comeback win – Firstpost

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Aston Villa now have 11 successive win in all competitions and they are proving title contenders lying in third, just three points behind leaders Arsenal in the Premier League table.Two…

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Cameraman explains why Magnus Carlsen shoved him at FIDE World Rapid Championship: ‘Irritated by…’ – Firstpost

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Carlsen blundered in the seventh round to suffer his first loss of the tournament. Soon after resigning, he stormed back but triggered a row as he shoved away a cameraman…

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Magnus Carlsen in hot water again after angry outburst at FIDE World Rapid Championship

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Magnus Carlsen sparked controversy at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship 2025 in Doha after shoving a cameraman following a rare loss. The incident adds to the Norwegian star’s history…

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Gukesh among frontrunners as Vladislav Artemiev hands Magnus Carlsen rare defeat at World Rapid Championship 2025 – Firstpost

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India’s D Gukesh is shining at the FIDE World Rapid Championship 2025, remaining among the frontrunners after nine rounds. Meanwhile, Magnus Carlsen suffered a rare defeat to Vladislav Artemiev. Koneru…

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Praggnanandhaa’s reaction goes viral after he suffers shock loss to former coach at World Rapid Championship – Firstpost

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Indian GM R Praggnanandhaa suffered a shock defeat against former coach Sandipan Chanda at the FIDE World Rapid Championship 2025 in Doha, losing from a winning position in Round 5.…

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Gukesh after finishing World Rapid Championship Day 1 in joint lead – Firstpost

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World Champion D Gukesh was at the top in the Rapid Championship 2025 after the first day alongside compatriot Arjun Erigaisi, top-ranked Norwegian Magnus Carlsen, France’s Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and Russian…

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AIFF proposes new ISL structure with promotion-relegation and central budget for next 20 seasons – Firstpost

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AIFF has proposed a new structure for the Indian Super League (ISL), including promotion-relegation, central operating budget, and AIFF ownership for the next 20 seasons.New Delhi: The All India Football…

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Manchester City owners CFG ends partnership with Mumbai City FC over ISL uncertainty – Firstpost

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City Football Group has ended its partnership with Mumbai City FC, divesting its 65 percent stake amid uncertainty over the Indian Super League’s future. The move comes as the ISL…

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AFCON should be respected the same way as European Championship or World Cup: Samuel Chukwueze – Firstpost

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‘We understand they scheduled AFCON at the wrong time of the year, but when it’s important, if you get recalled you have to go," Samuel Chukwueze said.Nigeria forward Samuel Chukwueze…

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R Praggnanandhaa ‘third favourite’ to win Candidates, feels Magnus Carlsen – Firstpost

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Carlsen also pointed out the names of Germany’s Vincent Keymer and India’s Arjun Erigaisi as two big players who deserved to be in the tournament.Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa is the…

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From Ro-Ko silencing critics to Verstappen catching up with McLarens, inspirational comebacks in sport – Firstpost

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With the year 2025 coming to an end, we take a look back at some of the most iconic sporting moments from the year gone by. In this article, we…

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2025 Review: PSG’s colourful bus-parade, Lyles’ star-spangled celebration and other top sporting pictures

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From the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala going dark under extraordinary circumstances to Donald Trump gate-crashing Chelsea's victory celebration in the FIFA Club World Cup final, we take a look at…

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Jake Paul struggles to speak after getting jaw broken by Anthony Joshua, insists ‘it was great experience’ – Firstpost

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Jake Paul appeared on the IMPAULSIVE podcast hosted by his elder brother Logan a day after suffering a sixth-round knockout against Anthony Joshua in Miami, opening up on suffering a…

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Hockey star Hardik lone recommendation for Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna; Divya, Tejaswin included in Arjuna list – Firstpost

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Vice-captain Hardik Singh has been a midfield mainstay in the India men’s hockey team and was part of the side that won bronze in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics as well…

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How long will Magnus Carlsen continue to reign as world No 1? Ex-Candidates winner says it will depend on this factor – Firstpost

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Five-time world champion Magnus Carlsen has remained on top of the FIDE ratings continuously since 2011, a year after rising to the top for the first time in his career,…

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Major boost to Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of winning maiden SPL title as FIFA removes transfer embargo on Al-Nassr – Firstpost

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A registration ban imposed by FIFA right before the January transfer window threatened to derail Cristiano Ronaldo’s hopes of winning his maiden Saudi Pro League title with Al-Nassr. Jorge Jesus’…

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‘It’s going to be hard to compete with Indian chess’: World No 3 Fabiano Caruana – Firstpost

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In an exclusive chat with Rupha Ramani on the latest episode of First Sports, American Grandmaster Fabiano Caruana also compared the playing styles of reigning world champion D Gukesh as…

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Praggnanandhaa, Anish Giri star as Alpine SG Pipers ends Triveni Continental Kings’ dominance to win Global Chess League 2025 – Firstpost

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Besides R Praggnanandhaa and Anish Giri doing well, Fabiano Caruana defeated Alireza Firouzja once as Alpine SG Pipers won the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025 final.Alpine SG Pipers stunned two-time…

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Why Man United cooled interest in Antoine Semenyo as City take lead in Bournemouth star pursuit – Firstpost

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Manchester United were linked heavily with Antoine Semenyo but the Bournemouth footballer is now close to joining Manchester City. Here’s how things changed.Manchester City are set to deal a big…

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PM Narendra Modi reveals having a ‘great interaction’ with Neeraj Chopra and wife Himani Mor at his residence – Firstpost

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to social media to share images of him hosting Neeraj Chopra and his wife, former tennis player Himani Mor, at 7, Lok Kalyan Marg on…

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Young Odisha wrestlers forced to travel near train toilets without tickets for national championship – Firstpost

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The group of 10 boys and eight girls were headed to Uttar Pradesh for the tournament but reports state that the tickets for the journey were not booked, leading to…

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Neeraj Chopra conquering 90m hurdle the saving grace in bittersweet year for Indian athletics – Firstpost

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Javelin star Neeraj Chopra conquering the 90-metre hurdle was a saving grace for Indian athletics in a bittersweet year in which doping reared its ugly head yet again and administrators…

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Neymar undergoes successful knee surgery — can he still make it to FIFA World Cup 2026? – Firstpost

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Brazil’s leading goalscorer Neymar underwent a successful knee surgery on Monday. He would now hope to get fit in time for the FIFA World Cup 2026.Neymar’s chances of featuring at…

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Fresh petition filed in Russian court against ‘foreign agent’ Garry Kasparov in ongoing ‘terrorism’ case – Firstpost

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Former chess world world champion and No 1 Garry Kasparov had been listed as a “foreign agent” by Russia’s Ministry of Justice in 2022, and had an arrest warrant issued…

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Novak Djokovic’s chances of winning 25th Grand Slam ‘reducing with age’ but still in the race – Firstpost

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Former Australian Open finalist has said that Novak Djokovic’s chances of winning another Grand Slam are reducing with age but believes the Serbian star is still in the race.Former Australian…

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Jake Paul shows off pile of cash and guns as he flies off in private jet after Anthony Joshua defeat – Firstpost

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Jake Paul flaunted his wealth after suffering a broken jaw in his stoppage loss to Anthony Joshua, with reports claiming the YouTuber-turned-boxer earned around $92 million from the six-round fight…

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How Ashish Limaye and ‘Willy Be Dun’ delivered India’s Asian eventing first – Firstpost

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Going into the FEI Asian Equestrian Championships 2025, Ashish Limaye was hoping to get to the podium in the individual eventing competition. Even top three was going to be tough…

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Wesley So supports Ian Nepomniachtchi’s complaints over Goa Chess World Cup after early exit – Firstpost

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American Grandmaster Wesley So has backed Ian Nepomniachtchi’s criticism of the Chess World Cup conditions in Goa and has questioned the current World Cup format. He also shared his views…

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Kylian Mbappe equals ‘idol’ Cristiano Ronaldo’s record during Real Madrid’s victory over Sevilla – Firstpost

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Kylian Mbappe matched Cristiano Ronaldo’s club record for goals in a calendar year and Jude Bellingham also scored as Real Madrid beat Sevilla 2-0 on Saturday in La Liga.French superstar…

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‘Coaching a thankless job in India, you have to be completely passionate’: Veteran javelin coach Naval Singh – Firstpost

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Two-time Olympic medallist, Neeraj Chopra, has of course put India firmly on the global javelin map, but India is yet to earn the tag of a global javelin powerhouse.Is that…

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Jake Paul suffers broken jaw, teeth removed, titanium plates fitted after humiliating loss to Joshua – Firstpost

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Jake Paul suffered a double jaw break after Anthony Joshua stopped him in the sixth round of their Miami heavyweight clash. Paul underwent surgery with titanium plates fitted and teeth…

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Lionel Messi’s security team seen arguing with West Bengal DGP during Kolkata leg of ‘GOAT India Tour’ in viral video – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi’s much-hyped ‘GOAT India Tour’ was off to a disastrous start in Kolkata on Saturday, 13 December. And in a video that is going viral on social media, members…

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Kobbie Mainoo told to consider leaving Manchester United because ‘manager doesn’t fancy him’ – Firstpost

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Former England legends have urged Kobbie Mainoo to leave Manchester United on loan or permanently because of limited game time under coach Ruben Amorim. Chelsea are reportedly interested in acquiring…

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Kenny Bednarek on Noah Lyles rivalry, Neeraj Chopra’s rise, Indian athletics & more – Firstpost

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Olympic medallist Kenny Bednarek spoke exclusively to Firstpost on various topics, including Indian athletics, his role at Tata Steel World 25K Kolkata 2025, rivalry with Noah Lyles, Neeraj Chopra’s rise…

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Jake Paul labelled an ‘absolute embarrassment’ and ‘fraud’ after getting knocked out by Anthony Joshua – Firstpost

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YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul proved no match for two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua during their highly-anticipated showdown in Miami on Friday, the former getting dropped twice during the fifth round and…

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Dhakshineswar Suresh stuns Daniil Medvedev in thriller, propels Aussie Mavericks Kites to World Tennis League final – Firstpost

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In its debut season in India, the World Tennis League has brought some of the game’s biggest names to Bengaluru. But it was the Indian players like Sumit Nagal, Shrivalli…

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ISL clubs submit proposal for consortium model to run league, AIFF to hold special share: Report – Firstpost

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Indian Super League clubs have reportedly submitted a proposal to run the ISL as a consortium with AIFF holding a special share. This comes amid uncertainty over the start of…

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Sourav Ganguly files police complaint, sends legal notice after being dragged into Messi visit controversy – Firstpost

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Sourav Ganguly has sent a Rs 50 crore defamation notice and filed a police complaint after being linked to the controversy surrounding Lionel Messi’s chaotic Kolkata visit during the GOAT…

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Why Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup stadium projects are facing delays: Report – Firstpost

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Saudi Arabia’s 2034 FIFA World Cup preparations are facing challenges as stadium construction plans have been delayed. As per a report, the Public Investment Fund, which is funding the constructions,…

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Why Carlos Alcaraz ended successful partnership with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero? – Firstpost

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Carlos Alcaraz stunning the tennis world on Wednesday when he announced his split from long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, under whose guidance he won six Grand Slams and reached the…

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Mumbai Marine Drive trip does the trick as Gukesh wins first game in GCL, beats world No 3 Caruana – Firstpost

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A trip to the Marine Drive in Mumbai and a strong support at the venue, helped D Gukesh win his first match in the ongoing Global Chess League 2025 as…

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Why fans from these two African nations will face travel restrictions for FIFA 2026 World Cup – Firstpost

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Visitors from Iran and Haiti already face severe travel restrictions to enter the United States and now fans from Senegal and Ivory Coast too will have tough time acquiring visas…

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Sumit Nagal seals golden-point thriller as AOS Eagles down Aussie Mavericks Kites – Firstpost

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Bengaluru was treated to another day of high-octane tennis as the World Tennis League continued its India debut at the S.M. Krishna Tennis Stadium on Thursday.A men’s singles showdown between…

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Viswanathan Anand backs Total Championship, says chess benefits when Magnus Carlsen competes – Firstpost

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Anand recently talked on a variety of topics and also supported the idea of the Total Championship, which has divided opinions in the chess worldIndian Grandmaster Viswanathan Anand praised Norway…

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Messi performs puja with Anant Ambani during his Vantara visit – Firstpost

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Videos showing Lionel Messi performing puja and participating in Hindu rituals have circulated widely online.Football star Lionel Messi’s visit to Vantara’s conservation ecosystem has been making the headlines for a…

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Anant Ambani hosts Lionel Messi at Vantara as star footballer performs Hindu rituals – Firstpost

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‘It is genuinely impressive. We had a wonderful time, felt completely at ease throughout, and it is an experience that stays with you,’ Messi said after visit Vantara.Lionel Messi ended…

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FIFA launches $60 ticket tier amid criticism of 2026 World Cup pricing – Firstpost

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Football’s governing body said that the discounted tickets would cover all 104 matches of the tournament, including the final.FIFA introduced on Tuesday a small number of $60 “Supporter Entry Tier”…

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Triveni Continental Kings CEO Akash Premsen reveals secret behind team’s success: ‘We are the people’s team’ – Firstpost

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The third season of the Global Chess League got underway on Saturday, 13 December, with the action shifting to Mumbai this year after the first two seasons were held in…

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Anish Giri downplays concern over world champion D Gukesh’s form in 2025: ‘We forget the good parts’ – Firstpost

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In an exclusive chat with Firstpost, Dutch Grandmaster Anish Giri shares his thoughts on Indian GM D Gukesh and how he has fared since becoming the youngest world champion in…

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GS Delhi Aces clinch maiden title as Tennis Premier League Season 7 concludes in Ahmedabad – Firstpost

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GS Delhi Aces and Yash Mumbai Eagles battled it out for the title in the final of Tennis Premier League Season 7, with the former emerging triumphant with a 51-36…

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Lionel Messi set to meet Virat Kohli at Arun Jaitley Stadium on final day of tour – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi GOAT India tour LIVE updates: Lionel Messi and Inter Miami teammates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul will be concluding their three-day, multi-city tour of India in New…

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Anfield’s standing ovation for Salah during Liverpool’s victory over Brighton speaks volumes about Egyptian’s legacy – Firstpost

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A week after his explosive post-match comment in which he accused Liverpool of “throwing him under the bus”, star forward Mohamed Salah received a standing ovation at Anfield after coming…

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Messi event organiser Satadru Dutta denied bail, sent to 14-day police custody after chaos in Kolkata – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi’s appearance at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata descended into chaos as fans could not get a glimpse of their favourite superstar.Satadru Dutta, the organiser of Lionel Messi’s…

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Who is Satadru Dutta? The main organiser of Messi’s India visit now under police detention – Firstpost

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Satadru Dutta, the main organiser of Lionel Messi’s GOAT India Tour, was detained by Kolkata Police after chaos and vandalism erupted at Salt Lake Stadium following the superstar’s brief appearance.…

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Here’s what’s in store for Argentine football legend in Mumbai on Day 2 of tour – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi, accompanied by Inter Miami teammates Luis Suarez and Rodrigo de Paul, had visited Kolkata and Hyderabad on Saturday, the opening day of their tour, with chaotic scenes being…

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Messi’s Kolkata visit turns chaotic as fans cry fraud, triggers protests and police action – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi’s much-awaited return to India turned chaotic at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium as fans accused organisers of fraud and mismanagement.What was meant to be a memorable celebration of Lionel…

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FIFA faces outrage over ‘extortionate’ World Cup prices with fan group urging halt of ticket sales: ‘Disgraceful’ – Firstpost

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Football Supporters Europe has accused FIFA of “monumental betrayal” with its “astronomical” ticket prices for the 2026 World Cup and for deviating from the tournament’s tradition by sidelining the traveling…

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Arne Slot says he has ‘no reason for not wanting Mo Salah to stay’ at Liverpool – Firstpost

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Mo Salah had publicly stated that his relationship with Liverpool boss Arne Slot had broken down. Salah was benched for three straight games before being dropped off the squad.Liverpool boss…

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D Gukesh completes one year as World Champion; relive final moments of his historic victory – Firstpost

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On this day in 2024, D Gukesh pounced on a blunder from Ding Liren in the final game of the World Championship clash in Singapore to become the youngest ever…

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UK, France, Germany, Australia, China, Netherlands to feature in India’s first UCI 2.2 race – Firstpost

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Pune Grand Tour 2026 will feature four exhilarating four stage routes, designed to push the limits of world’s seasoned cyclists. India will field 2 national teams’ namely, ‘India A’ and…

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‘Novak Djokovic has better chance to win 25th Grand Slam than Alexander Zverev has for his first’ – Firstpost

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Nova Djokovic has not won a Grand Slam title since 2023 but as per Sergiy Stakhovsky, he can still win at Majors and has a better chance than Alexander Zverev…

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FIFA World Cup matches in USA could force fans from 42 nations to share social media history – Firstpost

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Fans from England, France, Germany, Netherlands, Portugal, Japan and a whole lot of other nations might face additional scrutiny to enter the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.The…

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Fans threaten to boycott FIFA World Cup 2026 in the USA after ticket prices soar up – Firstpost

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FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets have soared up significantly, sparking outrage among fans. England fans have threatened to boycott the tournament as sky-high prices have made attending matches across the…

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What would be Snoop Dogg’s role as USA’s ‘honorary coach’ for the Winter Olympics? – Firstpost

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After being a major presence for the USA at the Paris Olympics 2024, rapper and entertainment mogul Snoop Dogg has been named Team USA’s first-ever honorary coach for Milano Cortina…

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Indian three-year-old chess prodigy’s FIDE record questioned amid complaint of ‘unfair means’: report – Firstpost

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As per a complaint, the three-year-old from MP, who recently became the youngest rated chess player ever, defeated his own coaches to achieve the feat.Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, who recently became…

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Abdul Quadir Indori shines with 2 gold medals at Asian Youth Para Games 2025 – Firstpost

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Abdul dominated the pool with exceptional skill and determination, winning the gold medal in 50m Butterfly and 50m Backstroke.India celebrated a proud moment today at the Asian Youth Para Games…

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Clubs surprised as AIFF keen to explore ISL options without commercial partner: Report – Firstpost

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Indian Super League, the top division of football in country, has not yet started as clubs and AIFF continue to explore options to ensure a breakthrough is found.All India Football…

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India roar back from two goals down to stun Argentina and claim Junior Hockey World Cup bronze – Firstpost

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India pulled off a sensational turnaround against Argentina to secure the Junior Hockey World Cup bronze on Wednesday.India produced a brave-heart performance, nullifying a two-goal deficit to beat Argentina 4-2…

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Novak Djokovic seems to have made his first major scheduling call for 2026 season – Firstpost

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Novak Djokovic has signalled his first major calendar move of 2026 season. And it’s a decision his fans would not like.Novak Djokovic may not play any warm-up tournament before the…

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Why Lando Norris hasn’t been awarded the official F1 Drivers’ Championship Trophy despite clinching title in Abu Dhabi – Firstpost

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Lando Norris had become the first McLaren driver to win the Formula One world title after finishing third in the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, beating defending champion Max Verstappen…

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Why Rahul Bose faces trouble for attempting to run for Rugby India president from Himachal Pradesh – Firstpost

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Bollywood actor Rahul Bose has quite the association with rugby, having captained the national team in the past and recently served as president of the national federation. Bose, however, will…

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Australian star slammed ahead of Battle of Sexes showdown against Aryna Sabalenka – Firstpost

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Nick Kyrgios continues to court controversy ahead of his clash against the world number one Aryna Sabalenka. The Battle of the Sexes takes place on December 28 in Dubai.The upcoming…

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When and where will Candidates Tournament, featuring four Indians, take place next year? – Firstpost

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Divya Deshmukh, Koneru Humpy and R Vaishali have qualified for the Women’s Candidates while R Praggnanandhaa is the only Indian in the ‘Open’ Candidates.Four Indians will be in action in…

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Magnus Carlsen wins Freestyle Chess Grand Slam 2025, Arjun Erigaisi fails to enter semifinals – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen defeated Fabiano Caruana in the quarterfinals of the 2025 Freestyle Chess Grand Slam to secure the title while India’s Arjun Erigaisi fell short of the semifinals.World number one…

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Why Egypt wants FIFA to block LGBTQ+ Pride activities during its World Cup match vs Iran in Seattle – Firstpost

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From local Pride plans to global politics, here’s why Egypt is asking FIFA to intervene in its Seattle World Cup match.Egypt is having a problem with its FIFA World Cup…

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‘Magnus Carlsen will probably never return to World Championship, and we have to accept that’: Anish Giri – Firstpost

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The lineup for the 2026 Candidates Tournament is complete, with Hikaru Nakamura and R Praggnanandhaa clinching the last two available spots in the span of a week recently. World No…

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Slot claims he has ‘no clue’ about Salah’s Liverpool future after ignoring Egyptian star for Inter Milan clash – Firstpost

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Arne Slot ignored Mohamed Salah for Liverpool’s upcoming UEFA Champions League away fixture against Inter Milan after the iconic forward’s explosive outburst in which he claimed he had been “thrown…

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All matches to have mandatory 3-minute hydration breaks midway through both halves – Firstpost

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Referees will stop games 22 minutes into each half so players can rehydrate, FIFA said in a statement on Monday regarding the upcoming 2026 World Cup.World Cup matches at the…

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Xabi Alonso on verge of getting sacked at Real Madrid; Man City game his last chance: Report – Firstpost

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Xabi Alonso is in serious danger of getting sacked at Real Madrid if the team fails to do well in the next match against Man City in the Champions League.Real…

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When a ‘tired’ Magnus Carlsen faced off against a former Norwegian champion in an unusual game full of twists and turns – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen faced off against former Norwegian national champion Frode Elsness in the opening round of the the 2025-26 Norwegian Team League in Oslo. And given the unsual manner in…

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Anish Giri returns to India as Alpine SG Pipers gear up for Global Chess League Season 3 – Firstpost

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With players like Anish Giri, Alpine SG Pipers are set to captivate spectators and inspire a new generation of chess enthusiasts across the country in the third season of the…

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Lando Norris proved you can be world champion being a ‘nice guy’ and not ‘ruthless’: Carlos Sainz – Firstpost

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Carlos Sainz praised Lando Norris for winning the Formula 1 2025 Drivers’ Championship on his own terms, being honest about his work and not indulging in tirades.Carlos Sainz feels Lando…

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Magnus Carlsen’s record reign in Gukesh’s sights as world champion vows to give his ‘absolute best’ – Firstpost

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Indian chess star D Gukesh has revealed that Magnus Carlsen’s long-held No 1 ranking is a target for him as he picked R Praggnanandhaa as preferred challenger.Chess world champion D…

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Saudi and MLS sides reportedly interested in disgruntled Liverpool forward – Firstpost

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Liverpool are reportedly open to listening to offers for Mohamed Salah after the Egyptian went on a rant against manager Arne Slot on Saturday and also slammed legendary Jamie Carragher.Mohamed…

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From a slippery start to a photo finish, how Lando Norris won McLaren’s first F1 driver’s title in 16 years – Firstpost

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Lando Norris won his maiden Formula 1 driver’s title on Sunday after finishing third at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, beating defending champion Max Verstappen, winner of the last…

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Simranpreet overcomes tough field to win women’s 25m pistol gold in ISSF World Cup Final; Aishwary, Anish collect silver – Firstpost

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Simranpreet Kaur Brar pulled off the biggest feat of her career by shooting a superb 41 in the women’s 25m pistol final while Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar and Anish Bhanwala…

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Verstappen denied five-in-a-row record by Norris despite season-ending win in Abu Dhabi GP – Firstpost

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ABU DHABI: McLaren’s Lando Norris sobbed tears of joy and relief as he won the Formula One championship for the first time and ended Max Verstappen’s four-year reign with a…

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Samay Raina creates history in SuperPogChamps, donates entire prize to charity – Firstpost

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Samay Raina won the SuperPogChamps title after a flawless group-stage run and impressive knockout victories over Andrea Botez and Sardoche. The Indian comedian donated his entire prize money and shared…

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Mohamed Salah hints at Liverpool exit after explosive ‘thrown under the bus’ claim directed at Arne Slot – Firstpost

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Egyptian football star Mohamed Salah, who has scored 250 goals in 420 appearances for Liverpool since joining the iconic club in 2017, has struggled for form as well as starts…

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Lionel Messi beats long-time rival Thomas Muller, leads Inter Miami to maiden MLS Cup victory – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi set up Inter Miami’s second goal in the 72nd minute before providing another assist in stoppage time as the Herons defeated Thomas Muller’s Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in the…

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Max Verstappen clinches pole for title-decider ahead of Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri – Firstpost

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Lando Norris will win the F1 Drivers’ Championship with a podium finish in Abu Dhabi but he will start from P2 as Max Verstappen clinched pole. The other title contender…

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Norris, Verstappen, Piastri in race; check how each can win championship at Abu Dhabi GP – Firstpost

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F1 drivers’ championship will be decided in the final race of the year at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Check what Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri need to…

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

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For LeBron James, the win mattered more than the streak.James’ NBA-record run of 1,297 consecutive regular-season games with at least 10 points ended Thursday night at Toronto, and he was…

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R Praggnanandhaa further boosts Candidates chances with joint top place finish at London Chess Classic Open – Firstpost

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Praggnanandhaa added another 8.17 points to his lead in the FIDE 2025 Circuit with a strong showing in London. He now has a total of 115.17 points in seven events.Indian…

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Ruben Amorim declares himself ‘frustrated and angry’ after Man United fail to beat West Ham – Firstpost

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Manchester United led till the 83rd minute before conceding late to settle for a 1-1 draw against West Ham in the Premier League on Thursday. Ruben Amorim was not impressed…

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Hans Niemann defeats Fabiano Caruana to win Diving Chess Championship in unique underwater event – Firstpost

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Players had to dive into a swimming pool to play their moves in this unique underwater contest where Hans Niemann emerged as the champion. India’s Vidit Gujrathi came last in…

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Indian Super League will happen, union sports minister Mandaviya assures clubs: Report – Firstpost

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Union sports minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Wednesday met the key stakeholders to discuss the current crisis in Indian football and reportedly he has ensured that the leagues will take place.Football…

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Neymar remains tight-lipped on future at Santos after slamming hat-trick to pull club out of relegation zone – Firstpost

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Neymar’s hat-trick helped Santos move out of the relegation zone in the Brazilian top division league Brasileirão but the star footballer is still uncertain on his future at the club.Neymar…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 draw blends sport, showbiz and politics as Trump takes centre stage in Washington – Firstpost

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It will be a FIFA World Cup 2026 draw like never before in Washington on Friday, as sports, showbiz and politics come together under Donald Trump’s shadow.The Friday’s FIFA World…

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Manchester United target’s contract stalemate boosts Amorim’s hopes of big transfer heist: Report – Firstpost

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Manchester United’s chances of signing a highly-rated defender from Sporting CP have got a big boost and Ruben Amorim’s defensive arrangement could get some decent uplift.Ruben Amorim’s defence could get…

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Russian athletes win CAS appeal, can now attempt Winter Olympics qualification – Firstpost

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Russian athletes had approached the Court of Arbitration for Sport after the International Ski and Snowboard Federation voted not to allow them to take part in its qualification events.Russian and…

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Serena Williams shuts down tennis comeback frenzy with 10-word post after rejoining testing pool – Firstpost

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Serena Williams’ surprise anti-doping listing fuels hope of her return to tennis, but the legend’s blunt 10-word reply on social media crushes it.Tennis legend Serena Williams has denied a potential…

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Another Indian makes chess history as Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha becomes youngest FIDE-rated player ever – Firstpost

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Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha, who hails from Madhya Pradesh’s Sagar district, became the youngest player in chess history to be rated by FIDE, smashing the record that was previously held by…

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Which players can dash R Praggnanandhaa’s hopes of qualifying for FIDE Candidates 2026? – Firstpost

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R Praggnanandhaa has kept the possibility of an all-Indian showdown against D Gukesh for the FIDE World Championship alive by staying in contention via the 2025 FIDE Circuit, in which…

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WNBA proposes $1 million max base salary plus revenue sharing amid ongoing CBA negotiations – Firstpost

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The WNBA new proposal could see the total earnings for max players exceeding $1.2 million including the revenue sharing.The latest proposal made by the WNBA in collective bargaining negotiations with…

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Player complaints forces Harendra Singh out as India women’s hockey coach after complaints of ‘high-handed’ behaviour: Report – Firstpost

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While officially Harendra Singh quit as Indian women’s hockey team due to personal reasons, the inside story is completely different.A major controversy has hit the Indian women’s hockey team after…

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Can Magnus Carlsen, world No 1 chess player, beat a ‘noob’ with 30 Queens? – Firstpost

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Magnus Carlsen faced off against professional Call off Duty player and chess noob Kenny Williams, a.k.a. KuavoKenny, in a series of exhibition games with a twist at the Esports World…

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India women’s hockey team coach Harendra Singh resigns with immediate effect, cites ‘personal reasons’ – Firstpost

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Harendra Singh had assumed the role of chief coach of the Indian women’s hockey team in April last year, with the side winning the Asian Champions Trophy in Rajgir under…

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WNBA faces growing lockout threat as players demand NBA-style revenue share amid stalled CBA talks – Firstpost

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The WNBA and the Women’s National Basketball Players Association have agreed to a 40-day extension to the current collective bargaining agreement, but negotiations for a new deal are yet to…

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Can R Praggnanandhaa qualify for FIDE Candidates 2026 after disappointing run in Grand Swiss and World Cup? – Firstpost

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Six out of eight spots in next year’s Candidates have been filled so far, and not a single one among them has gone to an Indian. R Praggnanandhaa, however, remains…

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President’s Polo Cup: Bodyguard clinch thriller in Delhi as tradition, legacy and top talent converge – Firstpost

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The 2025 edition of the President’s Polo Cup concluded the Delhi Fall Polo Season with one of the closest finishes the national capital has seen in recent years.Held on Saturday,…

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Zirkzee leads Manchester United’s second-half comeback in 2-1 win over Crystal Palace – Firstpost

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Ruben Amorim’s side trailed to Jean-Philippe Mateta’s first half penalty at Selhurst Park, but Zirkzee and Mount netted after the interval to secure United’s first win in four games.Manchester United’s…

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McLaren’s gamble backfires as Verstappen win sends F1 title fight to final race – Firstpost

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All three title contenders - Max Verstappen, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri - have won seven races this season. Verstappen is aiming for a fifth straight F1 title, with Piastri…

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‘Just wanted to enjoy badminton’: Lakshya Sen says ‘mental shift’ helped him triumph at Australia Open – Firstpost

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In an exclusive interaction with Firstpost, Lakshya Sen shared how mental adjustments helped him bounce back from poor results since the Paris Olympics.Lakshya Sen capped an underwhelming 2025 season with…

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Harmanpreet Kaur named International Brand Ambassador for Vedanta Pink City Half Marathon 2025 – Firstpost

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Supported by Vedanta, this year’s marathon was flagged off in Jaipur by Priya Agarwal Hebbar, Non-Executive Director, Vedanta Ltd. and Chairperson, Hindustan Zinc Ltd., and Harmanpreet Kaur, Captain of the…

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Lionel Messi makes historic assist as Inter Miami win MLS Eastern Conference title – Firstpost

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Lionel Messi registered his 405th career assist in Inter Miami’s historic win over New York City in the Eastern Conference final. It is believed that no player has ever made…

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