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Rohan Bopanna Exclusive: Contemplating Retirement, Paris Olympics And More

Ageing like fine wine, India's own tennis superstar Rohan Bopanna is a name that needs no introduction. A player who has carried the Indian flag with pride at every tournament he has featured, Bopanna remains one of the finest athletes, not just in tennis, that the country has produced. At the age of 43 years and 329 days, Bopanna created history by becoming the oldest player in men's tennis to win a Grand Slam title in the Open Era, winning the Australian Open 2024. Who knew that the illustrious triumph would ignite new hunger in the veteran star and he is now gearing up to go for the elusive gold medal at the Paris Olympics. As the Indian contingent begins the final lap of its preparations for the Olympic Games, Bopanna spoke to NDTV in an exclusive chat and shared insights into the marquee tennis star he is.

Sumit Nagal Gets Tough Opponent In Maiden Wimbledon Main Draw

India's top singles player Sumit Nagal is set to make his maiden appearance in the men's singles main draw of the Wimbledon and he will be up against higher-ranked Miomir Kecmanovic of Serbia in the first round in London. However, World No. 72 Nagal has a tough road ahead as he is placed in the same section of the draw as top seed and World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and could face the Italian in the third round if he makes it that far.

"Don't Teach...": Pakistan Great Hits Back At Rohit Sharma In 'Ball Tampering' Row

Former Pakistan cricket team skipper Inzamam-ul-Haq courted controversy when he accused India fast bowler Arshdeep Singh of "ball tampering" during the T20 World Cup 2024. Following India's win over Australia in the Super 8, Inzamam said that Arshdeep was getting reverse swing due to some 'serious work on the ball'. In response, India captain Rohit Sharma rubbished any such accusation and even asked the critics to "open their minds". Inzamam has now retorted to Rohit's statement and cautioned him to not teach reverse-swing provided it was Pakistan who gave it to world cricket.