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Aug- 2025 -17 August
Alcaraz, Sinner advance to Cincinnati Open quarterfinals
alcaraz, sinner, cincinnati open, jannik sinner, carlos alcaraz, rublev, ATP, ATP 1000, tennis news, masters 1000, luca nardi, francisco comesana, andrey rublev, hard court, felix auger-aliassime Cincinnati: Carlos Alcaraz sprinted into the Cincinnati Open quarterfinals with a convincing 6-1, 6-4 win over Italian Luca Nardi. Alcaraz closed out the first set in just 27 minutes, making up for a late start to his feature night match, after the Centre Court schedule was impacted by an extended rain delay earlier in the day. In the second set Alcaraz was trailing 2-4 before tallying four consecutive games to advance after 80 minutes. The 22-year-old won a lengthy, eight-deuce game at 4-4, during which Nardi double faulted on back-to-back points to allow the second…
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17 August
Sabalenka, Swiatek enter Cincinnati Open quarterfinals
Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek advanced to the Cincinnati Open quarterfinals after straight-set victories. Sabalenka now meets Rybakina, while Swiatek continues her strong run with a third consecutive quarterfinal appearance Cincinnati: World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and No. 3 seed Iga Swiatek advanced to the Cincinnati Open quarterfinals here on Thursday (IST). Defending champion Sabalenka beat Spain’s Jessica Bouzas Maneiro 6-1, 7-5. This was her 50th win of the season. She will face former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina, who beat Australian Open champion Madison Keys 6-7 (3/7), 6-4, 6-2. Swiatek advanced to her third straight Cincinnati Open quarterfinal with a 6-4, 6-3 win over Sorana Cirstea in 1 hour and 35 minutes. Swiatek made a lightning-fast start to the match, hammering…
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17 August
Telangana’s Shaswat honoured with International Martial Arts Legend Award in Malaysia
Grand Master Shaswat Kumar, founder of Senkoukai Karate, received the International Martial Arts Legend Award in Malaysia, recognizing his contributions to martial arts, particularly through the promotion of his unique Karate style Hyderabad: Grand Master Shaswat Kumar of Telangana was honoured with the International Martial Arts Legend Award in Malaysia on Friday. Shaswat, the founder of Senkoukai Karate, was presented with the award by Grand Master Knight Mohd Arif Syafiq, 10th Dan Black Belt and founder of Juche Academy, at the Academy’s headquarters in Malaysia. Speaking to Telangana Today, Shaswat emphasized that Senkoukai Karate is India’s own independent Karate style. “It is completely autonomous and does not follow the rules of any other Karate style, federation, organization, association, or world council. Senkoukai…
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17 August
Durand Cup quarterfinals promise thrilling matchups
The 134th IndianOil Durand Cup quarterfinals will showcase high-intensity matches in Shillong and Kokrajhar, as Shillong Lajong, Indian Navy, Bodoland FC, and NorthEast United battle for a spot in the semifinals Hyderabad: The 134th IndianOil Durand Cup shifts into higher gear as quarterfinal action grips Shillong and Kokrajhar, both awaiting high-intensity knockout drama, promising an exhilarating match day and electric stadium atmospheres reminiscent of the passionate crowds from the group stages. On Saturday, the quarterfinal action kicks off in Shillong at 4:00 PM IST, where local favorites Shillong Lajong FC welcome the in-form Indian Navy FT at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. Later, at 7:00 PM IST, all eyes turn to the SAI Stadium in Kokrajhar, where Bodoland FC aims to extend…
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17 August
Messi’s India tour gets final seal of approval, first stop is Kolkata
Lionel Messi will visit India in December 2025 for his “GOAT Tour,” starting in Kolkata on December 12. The tour includes concerts, football events, statue and mural unveilings, and a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi Kolkata: Lionel Messi’s much-anticipated visit to India has received its final seal of approval with the Argentine superstar set to kick off his three-city tour in Kolkata on December 12, promoter of the event Satadru Dutta said on Friday. The football-mad city of Kolkata will be the first stop in Messi’s whirlwind trip named ‘GOAT Tour of India 2025’, followed by Ahmedabad, Mumbai and New Delhi. The visit will conclude after a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence on…
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16 August
Vincent Keymer clinches Chennai Grand Masters title with a round to spare
Vincent Keymer won the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters chess title with a round to spare, becoming the first sole champion. His performance also elevated him into the world’s top 10 rankings Hyderabad: Vincent Keymer completed a landmark triumph at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters chess championship, winning the title with a round to spare and becoming the first sole champion in the tournament’s history. The 20-year-old German, playing white, drew his match against Dutchman Jorden van Foreest, while results elsewhere confirmed his tournament victory. Keymer’s dominance over a star-studded field also catapulted him into the world’s top 10 on the live rating list, underlining his arrival among the game’s elite. “Winning the tournament and breaking into the top 10 at the…
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16 August
Kho Kho World Cup winners to join 79th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort for first time
For the first time, India’s Kho Kho players will be special guests at the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. The men’s and women’s teams, winners of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, will join Prime Minister Modi’s August 15 address. Hyderabad: In a historic first for the indigenous sport – Kho Kho, players from the Indian Men’s and Women’s Kho Kho teams, winners of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, have been invited as special guests to the 79th Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort. The invitation marks the first time Kho Kho players will be part of India’s Independence Day ceremony. Earlier this year, both Indian teams made history by clinching the Men’s and Women’s titles at the…
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16 August
Former hockey Olympian Dr. Vece Paes passes away at 80
Former hockey international and 1972 Munich Olympics bronze medallist Dr. Vece Paes passed away in Kolkata at 80. A versatile sportsman and sports medicine doctor, he also held key roles in rugby, cricket, and Davis Cup administration. HYDERABAD: Former hockey international and 1972 Munich Olympics bronze medallist Dr. Vece Paes passed away in Kolkata. He was 80. Dr. Paes, an acknowledged midfielder during his heydays and father of the legendary Indian tennis player Leander Paes, has been suffering from final stages of Parkinson’s disease. Dr Paes also played football, rugby and cricket and was also the President of Indian Rugby Football Union besides being a sports medicine doctor. He served on the Asian Cricket Council, the BCCI and the Davis Cup…
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16 August
Haryana Steelers look to defend PKL title
Defending champions Haryana Steelers target back-to-back PKL titles under coach Manpreet Singh. With star raider Naveen Kumar joining, but key defender Mohammadreza Shadloui gone, their potent attack contrasts with a potentially vulnerable left-side defence ahead of Season 12. HYDERABAD: Reigning champions Haryana Steelers will be aiming to become just the second team to successfully defend their Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) crown in the upcoming season. Since their Pro Kabaddi debut in 2017, the Steelers has been one of the most consistent teams in recent years and have reached the Playoffs in four of the seven seasons that they have competed in. Manpreet Singh, one of the most successful coaches in PKL history, will continue as head coach of the Steelers after…
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16 August
Former Ranji cricketer Benjamin Thomas announces retirement from first-class cricket
Former Hyderabad Ranji cricketer Benjamin Thomas announced his retirement from first-class cricket. He thanked mentors, institutions, and the Hyderabad Cricket Association for their support across his long domestic career Hyderabad: Former Ranji cricketer Benjamin Thomas has announced his retirement from first-class cricket. He represented Hyderabad in the Ranji Trophy in three games between 2010 and 2013, besides playing in various age-group tournaments. Benjamin thanked the Hyderabad Cricket Association for extending full support to him over the years. He also expressed gratitude to the St Andrews School management, where his cricketing journey began, as well as to St Johns Cricket Academy and Don Bosco High School, where he had the privilege to train throughout his career. The 36-year-old Benjamin, son of well-known…
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