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'I had fever': R Praggnanandhaa after double medals at Chess Olympiad | Exclusive
In the fifth instalment of TimesofIndia.com's series on India's medal-winning Chess Olympiad campaigns in Samarkand, R Praggnanandhaa reflects on India's silver-medal finish and his individual bronze. The 21-year-old discusses battling illness, missed winning chances, the decisive defeat to Uzbekistan, the team's…
Asian Games gold best medal of my life, says Lovlina Borgohain
Ronaldo's Portugal return possible? Coach Jesus clears the air
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has left the door open for Cristiano Ronaldo to return after the 41-year-old left the squad last week. Jesus said the decision is Ronaldo’s, while federation president Pedro Proenca backed the captain and called the episode a misunderstanding. Ronaldo remains Portugal’s record scorer and…
England pacer with 500-plus wickets ends career, citing mental health
English fast bowler Craig Miles has retired from professional cricket at 32 to prioritise his mental health. The Gloucestershire pacer, who last played in June, ends a 15-year career with more than 500 wickets. Miles said mounting pressure, self-doubt and high expectations made continuing difficult. He reflected…
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Alistair Bruce-Ball and guests debate the weekend's football.
Bellamy says schedule benefits bigger nations after loss to Denmark
Craig Bellamy suggests the new four-match international window has counted against Wales after Sunday's Nations League defeat against Denmark.
Mynas introduced to control a coconut pest later became pests themselves
In 1915, common mynas were introduced to the Cook Islands to mitigate a coconut pest problem. Unfortunately, these birds multiplied rapidly, encroaching on the territories of native species and invading agricultural lands. Their escalating presence led to the establishment of a bounty program on Atiu Island, aiming to…
Humphries wins Grand Prix to end barren spell
World number two Luke Humphries ends a 16-month wait for a PDC major trophy with a stunning 6-4 victory over Gerwyn Price in the World Grand Prix final.
Man City fight back to beat struggling Arsenal
Manchester City twice came from behind to beat Arsenal 4-2 at the Etihad Stadium and increase the pressure on Gunners manager Renee Slegers.
Arsenal 10 points off WSL leaders - is Slegers' job at risk?
It is only five matches into the WSL season but Arsenal are already 10 points behind leaders Manchester City and manager Renee Slegers is coming under increasing scrutiny.
London City hit Tottenham for six to end unbeaten run
Alexia Putellas and Kadidiatou Diani both scored twice as London City Lionesses put six goals past Tottenham to end Spurs' unbeaten start to the Women's Super League.
'We fought for every ball' - Hemp on Man City's thrilling win
Two-goal Lauren Hemp says Manchester City showed passion and character in their 4-2 win over Arsenal in the WSL.