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Carlos Alcarez Dominates On Return To Australian Open 2024 As Iga Swiatek Shines

Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek powered into the second round of the Australian Open on Tuesday as Germany's Alexander Zverev put aside legal worries at home to progress. World number two Alcaraz was electric under the lights on Rod Laver Arena, demolishing French veteran Richard Gasquet 7-6 (7/5), 6-1, 6-2 in his first competitive match of the year. The Spaniard, gunning to unseat 10-time champion Novak Djokovic from the world number one spot, was tested in a tight first set but then moved through the gears, showcasing his full range of shot-making. Alcaraz, who will next face Italy's Lorenzo Sonego, said it was good to be back in Melbourne, where he has not been beyond the third round in his previous two visits.

Contrary To Final Scoreline, It Was A Tough Match Against Italy: Schopman

The Indian women's hockey team on Tuesday routed Italy 5-1 to enter the semifinals of the FIH Olympic Qualifiers here, but chief coach Janneke Schopman feels that the scoreline might not depict how tough it was out there in the middle. India finished second in Pool B behind USA and will now take on Pool A toppers Germany in the semifinals on Thursday. The top three sides from the tournament will qualify for Paris Olympics. "We have learnt from every match. In the first match, we didn't really play well. Our second game was really good and we were in control. This game against was a bit difficult, we struggled a little bit," Schopman said after the match.

Canada's hope for women's, men's Olympic berths in field hockey dashed

Canada led 1-0 for three quarters but conceded five late goals to lose 5-1 to Spain at a women's Olympic field hockey qualifier Tuesday, effectively ending its bid to qualify for the Paris Olympics.

Owen Beck to Celtic transfer faces Liverpool trap door as Dundee await FIFA trump card gift from Jurgen Klopp

Owen Beck has been tipped to make a move to Celtic - but a single appearance for Liverpool would end any plans of a switch to Parkhead this month.

Udita Hits Brace As India Maul Italy 5-1 To Qualify For FIH Olympic Qualifier Semis

Udita Duhan capped her milestone 100th international appearance with a double strike that took India closer to a Paris ticket after hosts thrashed Italy 5-1 to enter the semi-final of the FIH Olympic Qualifier on Tuesday. Udita (1st minute, 55th), Deepika (41st), Salima Tete (45th) and Navneet Kaur (53rd) were the goal scorers for Indian team as it finished second in Pool B with two wins from three games behind United States, who remained unbeaten. India will take on Pool A toppers Germany in the semifinals on Thursday, while USA will be up against Japan. The top three teams will qualify for the Paris Olympics.

1st Time Ever! Indian Rider Harith Noah Makes History By Winning A Stage In Dakar Rally

Indian rider Harith Noah on Monday became the first Indian ever to win a stage at the iconic Dakar Rally. The Germany-born Kerala rider, who rides for Sherco TVS Rally Factory squad, won Stage 8 in the Rally 2 class. In Stage 7, Harith finished 16th overall despite suffering from a cold. But on Monday, he posted the best in-class time at the first checkpoint itself.

Carlos Alcaraz eases past veteran Richard Gasquet in Australian Open return

Carlos Alcaraz marked his return to the Australian Open in convincing fashion with victory over veteran Richard Gasquet.

Alexander Zverev Puts Aside Off-Court Worries To Battle On At Australian Open

Alexander Zverev put aside off-court legal problems to battle past fellow German Dominik Koepfer and into the Australian Open second round on Tuesday. The seventh seed was made to grind on Margaret Court Arena before toppling the world number 62 4-6, 6-3, 7-6 (7/3), 6-3. His appearance came a day after a Berlin court said he would face trial in May for allegedly assaulting his former girlfriend in 2020. He denies the accusation. The 26-year-old was in October ordered to pay a 450,000 euro ($475,300) fine over the incident, but he contested the ruling and the case will now go to court.

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Carlos Alcarez Dominates On Return To Australian Open 2024 As Iga Swiatek Shines

Contrary To Final Scoreline, It Was A Tough Match Against Italy: Schopman

Canada's hope for women's, men's Olympic berths in field hockey dashed

Owen Beck to Celtic transfer faces Liverpool trap door as Dundee await FIFA trump card gift from Jurgen Klopp

Udita Hits Brace As India Maul Italy 5-1 To Qualify For FIH Olympic Qualifier Semis

1st Time Ever! Indian Rider Harith Noah Makes History By Winning A Stage In Dakar Rally

Carlos Alcaraz eases past veteran Richard Gasquet in Australian Open return

Alexander Zverev Puts Aside Off-Court Worries To Battle On At Australian Open