Liverpool, July 1 (IANS) English football club Liverpool has completed the signing of French defender Jeremy Jacquet from Stade Rennais in Ligue 1, following the agreement of a deal to sign him earlier this year.
London, July 1 (IANS) Naomi Osaka continued her impressive run at Wimbledon 2026 with a commanding straight-sets victory over Anastasia Gasanova before once again making a statement away from the tennis as her Japanese-inspired outfit drew attention at the All England Club. The four-time Grand Slam champion defeated the qualifier 6-3, 6-2 on Court 2 on Wednesday to secure her place in the third round
London, July 1 (IANS) American rising star Martin Damm says a career-threatening injury transformed both his outlook and his game after securing his maiden main-draw victory at Wimbledon. Speaking after his opening-round win at the All England Club, the 6-foot-8 right-hander reflected on his lengthy rehabilitation, his pursuit of a maiden Top 100 ranking, and the influence of his father, former world No. 5 doubles player Martin Damm Sr., as he continues his breakthrough season on the ATP Tour.
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Former Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard has backed defending champion Jannik Sinner to overcome his early exit from the French Open and win his second consecutive title in a row, saying his game is ideally suited to grass, even though he was pushed to five sets in his tournament opener.
London, July 1 (IANS) Unbeaten England take on a confident South Africa in the second semi-final of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup at The Kennington Oval, with the winner earning the right to face six-time champions Australia in Sunday's final at Lord's.
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Aaron George has shared a dressing room with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi at various stages in the India U19 team, including in this year’s World Cup win in Zimbabwe and Namibia. Now, watching his former team-mate go from the age-group set-up to the senior India side currently on T20I tour of England has left a deep impression on George, who’s turning out for Ranga Reddy Risers in the ongoing TG20 tournament.
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Former India pacer Shikha Pandey expects a tightly contested battle when England take on South Africa in the second semi-final of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, saying both sides possess the quality and experience to thrive under knockout pressure.
San Francisco, July 1 (IANS) USA head coach Mauricio Pochettino insisted his side is prepared for every possible scenario, including a penalty shootout, as the hosts gear up to face Bosnia and Herzegovina in the Round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Thursday.
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) India will field a balanced mix of proven performers and emerging talent at the U-19 & U-23 Asian Boxing Championships, with reigning Asian champion Vishvanath Suresh and World Boxing Futures Cup gold medallist Chandrika Bhoresh Pujari leading the country's challenge at the continental event, which begins on July 3 in Jakarta, Indonesia.
New Delhi, July 1 (IANS) Former India pacer Shikha Pandey has credited Australia's tactical discipline and batting efficiency for their comprehensive eight-wicket victory over the West Indies in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-final at The Oval. She reserved special praise for opener Beth Mooney, saying the left-hander's movement at the crease and ability to manipulate the field make her one of the most difficult batters to bowl to in the women's game.
