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Novak Djokovic survived a dramatic Australian Open quarterfinal after Lorenzo Musetti retired hurt while leading by two sets. Djokovic admitted he felt fortunate to stay in the tournament and was even “on his way home” before the injury-forced finish, offering sympathy to the younger player.
After a tough quarterfinal loss at the Australian Open, Coco Gauff was filmed smashing her racket in what she thought was a private space—only to see it broadcast widely. She criticized the constant cameras and urged organizers to offer more genuine privacy for players behind the scenes.
Despite shining in the Hockey India League and helping the Ranchi Royals reach the final, seasoned midfielder Manpreet Singh may be rested for India’s upcoming Pro League matches. At 33 with hundreds of caps, uncertainty now clouds his role ahead of major international tournaments.
The UK government is funding nearly 1,000 grassroots sport projects across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland to build and upgrade pitches, floodlights and changing spaces. A big share is aimed at underserved areas, making sport more accessible for families, women, girls and diverse groups.
After his Round 8 triumph at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament, Indian grandmaster Gukesh called his performance one of his weakest. He acknowledged a significant mistake during the game but still managed to secure the win, showing resilience and determination on a challenging day at the board.
