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Alexander Zverev Outclasses Ugo Humbert To Clinch Paris Masters Title

Germany's Alexander Zverev won the Paris Masters on Sunday by defeating home hope Ugo Humbert 6-2, 6-2 in a dominant display by the new world number two. Zverev, 27, now boasts seven ATP 1000-level titles over the course of his career, following two wins in Rome and Madrid, as well as victories in Montreal and Cincinnati. It was a happy return to Paris for Zverev, after he lost the French Open final in five sets to Carlos Alcaraz in June. Four years ago he lost the 2020 Paris Masters championship match to Daniil Medvedev. "I knew I had to play like this to win today," said Zverev, who opened his victory speech by apologising to the crowd at Paris' Bercy Arena.

Hockey India League: Two-Time Olympic Medallist Lily Owsley Signs For Delhi SG Pipers

Delhi SG Pipers on Saturday announced the acquisition of England's woman hockey midfielder and superstar Lily Owsley for the upcoming season of Hockey India League (HIL). The 29-year-old two-time Olympic medallist will be replacing 28-year-old Dutch midfielder Xan de Waard following her pull-out from HIL this season due to personal reasons. Owsley is one of the most highly decorated players in English hockey, having won the gold medal at the Rio Olympics 2016, followed by the bronze in Tokyo 2020.

'Triple Crown' winner Pogacar on another level in 2024, says Roglic

Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar is "a gear ahead" of the rest of the cycling field and has been almost unbeatable in 2024, said four-times Vuelta a Espana winner Primoz Roglic.

Scenes from the Dodgers' long-awaited World Series parade: 'It means the world'

Baseball is just a game. Except on Friday afternoon at Chavez Ravine, 42,458 fans didn't flock to Dodger Stadium to watch one.

Joc Pederson declines '25 option with Diamondbacks, source says - ESPN

Arizona Diamondbacks designated hitter Joc Pederson has declined his mutual option for the 2025 season and will be a free agent, a source told ESPN's Jesse Rogers on Saturday.

Source - Cowboys RB Elliott out due to disciplinary reasons - ESPN

ATLANTA — Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott will not play Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons because of disciplinary reasons, a source told ESPN on Saturday.

Sources - Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opts out of contract - ESPN

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opted out of his contract Saturday, leaving the team with the ability to ensure he remains in pinstripes by adding an additional year at $36 million to the four years and $144 million that had been remaining on the contract, sources told ESPN.

Alexander Zverev Downs Stefanos Tsitsipas In Paris As Holger Rune Keeps ATP Finals Bid Alive

Alexander Zverev beat fierce rival Stefanos Tsitsipas in the quarter-finals of the Paris Masters on Friday, while Holger Rune edged Alex de Minaur to keep alive his hopes of reaching the ATP Tour Finals. Zverev's 7-5, 6-4 win over Tsitsipas kept him in the running to claim his first title in Paris after losing to Daniil Medvedev in the 2020 championship match. World number three Zverev -- the highest-ranked player left in the draw -- will face 2022 champion Rune in Saturday's semi-final after the Dane overcame De Minaur 6-4, 4-6, 7-5.

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Alexander Zverev Outclasses Ugo Humbert To Clinch Paris Masters Title

Hockey India League: Two-Time Olympic Medallist Lily Owsley Signs For Delhi SG Pipers

'Triple Crown' winner Pogacar on another level in 2024, says Roglic

Scenes from the Dodgers' long-awaited World Series parade: 'It means the world'

Joc Pederson declines '25 option with Diamondbacks, source says - ESPN

Source - Cowboys RB Elliott out due to disciplinary reasons - ESPN

Sources - Yankees ace Gerrit Cole opts out of contract - ESPN

Alexander Zverev Downs Stefanos Tsitsipas In Paris As Holger Rune Keeps ATP Finals Bid Alive