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'Not Olympics But...': Indian Shuttler HS Prannoy Opens Up On His Next Target

He may be one of the front-runners in the Olympic race but star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy doesn't want to think about Paris right now and is instead focussing on "short-term targets" like breaking into the world's top three. The most consistent Indian singles player in the last 12 months, Prannoy, ranked world number 9, won the Malaysia Masters in May and came within sniffing distance of bagging another title in Sydney, before finishing runner-up at last week's Australian Open.

Monfils stuns Tsitsipas, joins Medvedev and Raonic in third round

TORONTO : Gael Monfils rolled back the years to upset Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4 6-3 on Wednesday at the Canadian Open while Daniil Medvedev got his first U.S. Open tune-up event off to a solid start and home favourite Milos Raonic eased into the third round.

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Malaysia Beat South Korea 1-0, Set-Up Semi-final Against Same Opponent

Malaysia came up with a spirited performance to edge past defending champions South Korea 1-0 during their round-robin match of the 2023 Asian Champions Trophy Hockey in Chennai on Wednesday. Abu Kamal Azrai scored the winner in a contest that was academic in nature with both countries having already sealed semi-final berth. The first quarter was a slow start from both sides, while Malaysia won the tie's opening penalty corner, which was saved by the Korean goalkeeper.

With Babar Azam's Pakistan Captaincy Under Scrutiny, Chief Selector Inzamam-ul-Haq Makes Insightful Comment

Pakistan batter Babar Azam has faced scrutiny over his captaincy during a disappointing home season however, Pakistan Cricket Board chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq on Wednesday said that the top-ranking batter in ODI is performing well as a captain, it would be prudent to have a backup captaincy option available. In December 2020 Babar was named Pakistan's captain across all formats. Babar Azam is a name that quickly springs to mind when conversations revolve around the world's premier batters at present. With his graceful style of play, he has been consistently amassing runs, leading to comparisons with cricket legends, including the esteemed Indian player Virat Kohli.

Watch: Ravichandran Ashwin Makes A Starry Presence As India Thump Pakistan In Asian Champions Trophy Hockey

The Indian hockey team came out all guns blazing against Pakistan in an Asian Champions Trophy hockey match Chennai on Wednesday. Harmanpreet Singh scored two goals while Jugraj Singh and Akashdeep Singh struck a goal apiece as India romped home with a 4-0 win against the arch-rivals. Attending the match in Chennai was Indian cricket team star spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.

'If Pakistan Can Come And Play In India, Then Why Can't We?': Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh

Hockey India (HI) Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh on Wednesday suggested that if the Pakistan hockey team can come to India for the Asian Champions Trophy in Chennai, then the Men in Blue should also tour their neighbouring country. If India men's hockey team failed to win a gold medal in Asian Games they will have to play in Pakistan to qualify for Paris 2024 Olympics. The International Hockey Federation (FIH) last month confirmed that China, Pakistan and Spain will host the FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers taking place from January 13 to 21 in 2024.

Gokulam Kerala Register Comfortable 2-0 Win Over Indian Air Force In Durand Cup

Former champions Gokulam Kerala registered a comfortable 2-0 win over the Indian Air Force (IAF) in a Group C match of the Durand Cup football tournament in Kolkata on Wednesday. Sourav and Sreekuttan scored on either side of the half as the IAF could not match up to the Malabarians. The first good chance for Gokulam came just before the 20-minute mark when Noufal broke through on the right, but his cut back in for an onrushing Nili Perdomo saw the Spaniard shoot way above the target.

Ronaldo strikes to send Al-Nassr into final

RIYADH: A Cristiano Ronaldo penalty gave Al-Nassr a 1-0 win over Al-Shorta on Tuesday and a place in the final of the King Salman Club Cup to face either Al-Hilal or Al-Shabab.

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'Not Olympics But...': Indian Shuttler HS Prannoy Opens Up On His Next Target

Monfils stuns Tsitsipas, joins Medvedev and Raonic in third round

Asian Champions Trophy 2023: Malaysia Beat South Korea 1-0, Set-Up Semi-final Against Same Opponent

With Babar Azam's Pakistan Captaincy Under Scrutiny, Chief Selector Inzamam-ul-Haq Makes Insightful Comment

Watch: Ravichandran Ashwin Makes A Starry Presence As India Thump Pakistan In Asian Champions Trophy Hockey

'If Pakistan Can Come And Play In India, Then Why Can't We?': Hockey India Secretary General Bhola Nath Singh

Gokulam Kerala Register Comfortable 2-0 Win Over Indian Air Force In Durand Cup

Ronaldo strikes to send Al-Nassr into final