Kyrgios win streak ends with quarter-final loss to Hurkacz in Canada
Nick Kyrgios's nine-match winning streak ended in the Canadian Masters semi-finals on Friday when eighth-seeded Pole Hubert Hurkacz blasted his way to a 7-6(4) 6-7(5) 6-1 victory.
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SA swim sensation Sates adds two more national titles to his hefty haul
Relishing being back on home turf, Pietermaritzburg teenager Matt Sates added two more national titles to the three he won a day earlier at the Friday SA Short Course Swimming Championships.
Nick Kyrgios upsets Poland's Hubert Hurkacz by racing through service games in Montreal Open defeat
Nick Kyrgios raised eyebrows with a high-speed approach to his service games during his 7-6 6-7 6-1 quarter-final defeat against Poland's Hubert Hurkacz. The Australian averaged 1 minutes and 22 seconds through the first two sets, holding in 44 seconds during one especially speedy second set game. Ad Hurkacz was hardly slow, averaging a little over two minutes himself, but he was put off by Kyrgios' approach, making some quiet comments to the match umpire.
India have depth to win 2022 Asia Cup, will beat Pakistan: Ponting
Ricky Ponting believes that India have better depth than the other teams and they are favourites to win the 2022 Asia Cup, adding that the Rohit Sharma led side will beat arch-rivals Pakistan in their opening match of the tournament. The rivalry between India and Pakistan is one of cricket's biggest and all eyes will be on Dubai on August 28 when the two foes go head-to-head. While Pakistan hold the edge overall in head-to-head meetings, it's a different story at the Asia Cup with India currently clinging to a slender 7-5 advantage (one no result) from 13 matches.
Speedway Grand Prix 2022: Jack Holder fastest in qualifying for Cardiff SGP, Britain's Dan Bewley second
Dan Holder was the quickest man on track in qualifying for the FIM Speedway Grand Prix in Cardiff. The Australian’s time of a 12.809 proved difficult to beat but Britain’s Dan Bewley made sure he was breathing down his neck in second with a 12.810. Ad Coming in third was Pawel Przedpelski but the Polish rider missed his chance at picking a gate when he arrived too late for the selection, meaning he had to settle with being last pick.
Huddersfield Giants' Ian Watson provides big Will Pryce update amid NRL speculation
Ian Watson insists prized asset Will Pryce will be staying at Huddersfield Giants for the 2023 season. Reports in Australia have linked the son of former Bradford Bulls and St Helens star Leon Pryce with a move to Newcastle Knights as early as next year.
Thruxton BSB: O’Halloran holds court in FP2
Jason O’Halloran was the dominant force in Friday’s FP2 action at Thruxton as the McAMS Yamaha’s controlled the standings with a 1’14.723 lap.
Ricky Ponting Picks His Winner For India vs Pakistan Asia Cup Clash
Legendary Australian batter Ricky Ponting said on Friday that the Indian team has the depth to prevail over Pakistan in their upcoming high-voltage Asia Cup 2022 match and also take away the prestigious trophy. India named a 15-member squad for the Asia Cup earlier this week. The tournament will start from August 27 onwards, with India starting its campaign with a high-octane clash against Pakistan on August 28.