Shelton claims first ATP Masters 1000 title in Toronto

IANS | August 8, 2025 10:01 AM

Toronto, Aug 8 (IANS) Ben Shelton won the biggest title of his career to-date after claiming the Canadian Open men's singles crown after a pulsating final 6-7(5), 6-4, 7-6(3) victory against Karen Khachanov.

Akshay Bhatia starts strong at FedEx St. Jude Championship in the Play-offs

IANS | August 7, 2025 11:56 PM

Memphis, Aug 7 (IANS) Akshay Bhatia got off to a stellar start at the 2025 FedEx St. Jude Championship, carding a 4-under on the front nine to briefly lead the leaderboard. As the opening event of the FedExCup Playoffs began in Memphis, the Indian-American golfer positioned himself strongly to advance beyond his 45th-place start in the standings.

Pakistan's Haider Ali arrested in UK over rape allegations: Report

IANS | August 7, 2025 11:50 PM

Mumbai, Aug 7 (IANS) Pakistan cricket slumped to a new low with a young player, Haider Ali, who was on a tour of the United Kingdom with the country's 'A' team -- Pakistan Shaheen, was arrested by the Greater Manchester Police with sources confirming it was over a complaint by a girl, alleging rape. Haider Ali has been provisionally suspended by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), said a report.

Legendary cricketer Kapil Dev meets Dilip Tirkey, lauds rise of Indian hockey talent

IANS | August 7, 2025 9:15 PM

New Delhi, Aug 7 (IANS) Legendary cricketer and 1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev met with Hockey India president and former decorated Indian hockey player, Dilip Tirkey, today in New Delhi. During the interaction, Kapil Dev applauded the sport’s resurgence in India and praised the emergence of promising young talent across the country.