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Italian Open: Medvedev advances via walkover after Machac pulls out with illness

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:46 PM

Rome, May 9 (IANS) Daniil Medvedev received an early boost in his campaign at the Italian Open after Czech player Tomas Machac withdrew from the tournament due to illness on Saturday. The withdrawal, confirmed by the ATP ahead of the day’s play in Rome, handed former champion Medvedev a walkover into the third round without the Russian needing to step onto court.

'It’s just you, the batter and the ball': RR’s Yash Raj Punja on handling IPL pressure

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:30 PM

Jaipur, May 9 (IANS) Rajasthan Royals (RR) bowler Yash Raj Punja said staying calm and focusing on one ball at a time has helped him deal with the pressure of playing in the Indian Premier League, adding that performing in crunch situations gives you a much bigger reward.

IPL 2026: ‘Dream ball’ to Kohli shows Prince’s potential, says LSG coach Arun

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:23 PM

Chennai, May 9 (IANS) Lucknow Super Giants bowling coach Bharat Arun has hailed Prince Yadav’s evolution in IPL 2026, describing his delivery to Virat Kohli as a ‘dream ball’ and backed the young pacer to play for India in future.

IPL 2026: Raipur welcomes RCB with celebration of Chhattisgarh’s culture and heritage ahead of home fixtures

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:10 PM

Raipur, May 9 (IANS) Ahead of their much-anticipated home fixtures in Raipur, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad took time away from the field to immerse themselves in the rich culture and traditions of Chhattisgarh, experiencing the region’s local food, music, art and heritage in an expo that brought the team closer to the spirit of the state.

Italian Open: Gauff survives Sierra scare to reach last 16

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:06 PM

Rome, May 9 (IANS) Coco Gauff recovered from a sluggish start and a third-set scare to defeat Argentina’s Solana Sierra 5-7, 6-0, 6-4 and book her place in the Round of 16 at the Italian Open 2026 in Rome on Saturday.

Title on the line in El Clasico but Real Madrid dressing room makes the headlines

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:54 PM

Madrid, May 9 (IANS) FC Barcelona entertains Real Madrid in the Camp Nou on Sunday night in a game that could decide this season's title race, but where a great deal more is on the agenda.

Kainat, Jabeen earn call-ups to Pakistan T20I squad for series against Zimbabwe

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:49 PM

Lahore, May 9 (IANS) Uncapped duo Amber Kainat and Saira Jabeen earned maiden call‑ups as Pakistan on Saturday announced a 15‑member squad for the three‑match women’s T20I series against Zimbabwe, starting on May 12 at the National Bank Stadium.

Archery World Cup: Sahil Jadhav clinches bronze in Shanghai

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:44 PM

Shanghai, May 9 (IANS) Sahil Jadhav earned a bronze medal in the men’s individual compound competition at the Archery World Cup 2026 Stage 2 on Saturday, securing his first career World Cup medal. The 25-year-old Indian athlete defeated Denmark’s Martin Damsbo 147-144 in the bronze medal match. After losing the first set 30-29, Sahil rallied by winning the next four sets to ensure a spot on the podium.

IPL 2026: When and where to watch RCB vs MI, Know all details

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:31 PM

Raipur, May 9 (IANS) Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will clash with Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 54th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 to be played at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium on Sunday.

No dressing room crisis at Real Madrid after Valverde and Tchouameni fight: Arbeola

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:24 PM

Madrid, May 9 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa denied there were tensions in the club's dressing room when he spoke to the press ahead of Sunday's visit to play FC Barcelona in the El Clasico.

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Italian Open: Medvedev advances via walkover after Machac pulls out with illness

'It’s just you, the batter and the ball': RR’s Yash Raj Punja on handling IPL pressure

IPL 2026: ‘Dream ball’ to Kohli shows Prince’s potential, says LSG coach Arun

IPL 2026: Raipur welcomes RCB with celebration of Chhattisgarh’s culture and heritage ahead of home fixtures

Italian Open: Gauff survives Sierra scare to reach last 16

Title on the line in El Clasico but Real Madrid dressing room makes the headlines

Kainat, Jabeen earn call-ups to Pakistan T20I squad for series against Zimbabwe

Archery World Cup: Sahil Jadhav clinches bronze in Shanghai

IPL 2026: When and where to watch RCB vs MI, Know all details

No dressing room crisis at Real Madrid after Valverde and Tchouameni fight: Arbeola

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