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I feel like a 'kid from kindergarten' around Serena Williams, says Swiatek
Swiatek is in Cincinnati for this week's Western&Southern Open as she tunes up ahead of this month's US Open at Flushing Meadows, where she is likely to go in as the favourite. The Pole will face Sloane Stephens in the second round in Cincinnati, while Williams is up against Emma Raducanu in an eye-catching first-round clash on Tuesday on the other side of the draw. Swiatek and Williams have never faced off on the WTA Tour and the 21-year-old, who has two French Open titles to her name, revealed she has never met the 40-year-old, who will finish her playing career at the US Open.
Russell keen to play in T20 World Cup but wants West Indies to agree to his terms
Russell, who last featured for his country in last year's ICC T20 World Cup in Dubai, said at 34 it was his wish to win the Cup for his country. Speaking to former team-mate Daren Sammy about his international availability prior to a domestic match in England, Russell told Sky Sports: "I always want to play and give back.
Praggnanandhaa, Carlsen share FTX Crypto Cup lead
On Tuesday night, Praggnanandhaa narrowly beat Anish Giri in the four-game match to avenge a costly defeat the Dutch number 1 inflicted on him earlier this year in the Oslo Esports Cup. Pragg and Giri played out three draws before the India struck in the final game. The youngster sits alongside Carlsen at the top of the leaderboard on 6/6 points.
Mohammedan Sporting open Durand Cup campaign with 3-1 win over FC Goa
The game was preceded by an opening ceremony where West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was the Chief Guest. There were Army Bands on display and singers Papon and Rewben Mashangwa rendered the tournament theme song, before the Chief Guest was introduced to the players and support staff of both teams.
Western & Southern Open: Zhang beats former finalist Osaka in opener
The result levelled the pair's head-to-head at three wins apiece. Zhang had previously beaten Osaka at Tokyo 2016 and Madrid 2018, but Osaka had won their only meeting since she became a Grand Slam champion, edging Zhang 3-6, 6-4, 7-5 in the 2018 Beijing quarterfinals. Zhang had not defeated a major winner since the first round of the 2020 Australian Open, where she took out Sloane Stephens 2-6, 7-5, 6-2. The 33-year-old has enjoyed a solid season to date, though, including capturing her third career title in Lyon in February and also reaching the Birmingham final in June.
Elon Musk says buying British football club Manchester United
Musk, however, did not disclose the sum he is paying for acquiring the legendary football team. The club has a latest market cap of nearly $2.08 billion. "I'm buying Manchester United ur welcome," Musk posted in a tweet. However, it was not immediately clear if Musk was just having fun or was serious about the acquisition.
Pramod, Sukant start Thailand Para Badminton International with victories
Pramod Bhagat defeated Mohammad Arwaz Ansari of India 22-20, 21-12 in his singles match. The 34 minutes match was won by Pramod in straight sets. In the mixed doubles, Pramod Bhagat and Manisha Ramadass defeated the Thailand's Pricha Somsiri and Darunee Henpraiwan in straight sets. The 23 minutes match score line read 21-18 and 21- 15.
IND vs ZIM: Shikhar stresses importance of Rahul's return, praises youngsters
Dhawan was initially set to lead the side in Zimbabwe before Rahul was added to the squad. A fit-again Rahul will now lead the squad, with the view of getting him some much-needed match practice. The 30-year-old has been out of action for a while with a sports hernia, with Covid-19 extending his stint on the sidelines.
1980 Olympics Gold medallist Zafar Iqbal declares Khelo India Women's Hockey League (U-16) open
The Phase 1 of the tournament, scheduled until August 23, started earlier in the morning. Also present during the opening ceremony were Ekta Vishnoi, Senior Director, Khelo India, Vineet Kumar, former Indian men's team hockey player, Asunta Lakra, former Indian women's team hockey player, Piyush Kumar Dubey, former coach of the Indian men's hockey team, amongst others.
New Zealand A to tour India in August-September: Report
The India A programme will be managed by VVS Laxman and his NCA support staff group of Sairaj Bahutule and Sitanshu Kotak. New Zealand A will arrive in India by the end of August for three four-day games and as many List A matches. All the matches are likely to be held in Bengaluru, an ESPNcricinfo report said. It has been learnt that the BCCI is also contemplating the possibility of a pink-ball game during the series, but a final nod is awaited.
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