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Moved Out Of Russia, Chess Olympiad To be Held In Chennai
The 44th Chess Olympiad, which was moved out of Russia after it invaded Ukraine, will be organised in Chennai later this year, making it the second major global event of the sport to be held in India after the World Championship match in 2013. The announcement was made by Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin on his Twitter page on Tuesday night. "Delighted that the Chess Capital of India is set to host the 44th Chess Olympiad! A proud moment for Tamil Nadu! Chennai warmly welcomes all the Kings and Queens from around the world! #ChessOlympiad2022," he said in the tweet.
Dubai champion Rublev keeps hat-trick bid alive after cruising into Indian Wells last-16
Andrey Rublev remained on course for a third straight ATP title after cruising past American Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 6-4 to reach the last-16 of the Masters 1000 tournament at Indian Wells.
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Berrettini powers into fourth round, Rublev sets up Hurkacz clash
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WTA head Simon says players should not be banned over Ukraine crisis
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Carragher warns Maguire must improve quickly or risk losing his place
Jamie Carragher has claimed that time is ticking for Manchester United captain Harry Maguire to keep his place at Old Trafford.