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Novak Djokovic Eyes Roger Federer Record And French Open Last 16 Spot

Novak Djokovic can equal Roger Federer's record for Grand Slam match wins by beating Lorenzo Musetti at the French Open on Saturday. Defending champion Djokovic, chasing a fourth title at Roland Garros and 25th career major, will go level with the retired Federer on 369 victories at the Slams if he sees off the Italian 30th seed and makes the last 16. Djokovic has defeated Musetti four times in five meetings. However the Italian gave the Serb a major scare at the French Open in 2021 when he won the first two sets of their fourth round clash before retiring injured in the decider.

Jaismine Lamboria Inches Closer To Paris Olympics Quota, Sachin Siwach To Play Box-Off

Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Jaismine Lamboria moved within touching distance of a Paris Olympic quota after she registered a dominant victory over Ana Marija Milisic of Switzerland to enter the 57kg quarterfinals of the World Olympic Boxing Qualifier in Bangkok, Thailand. The 22-year-old, who dropped down from 60kg, out-punched Milisic through an unanimous decision (5-0) in the round of 16. With the qualifying tournament offering four quota places in the women's 57kg weight class, Jaismine will have to win her quarterfinal on Sunday to seal her passage to Paris Games and reclaim the 57kg quota for India.

Borussia Dortmund Dream Of Shocking Real Madrid In Champions League Final

Borussia Dortmund coach Edin Terzic believes "anything is possible" as his side aim to shock Real Madrid in Saturday's Champions League final at London's Wembley stadium. The star-studded Spanish giants are heavy favourites to be crowned European champions for the 15th time, and a sixth in the last 11 seasons, against a Dortmund team that have beaten the odds just to make it to the English capital. Madrid have lost just twice in 54 games in all competitions this season, storming to the title in La Liga by 10 points and thrashing Barcelona 4-1 to lift the Spanish Super Cup along the way.

T20 World Cup: Lack Of Buzz Leads To A Lukewarm Build-Up In The USA

The year 1994 played a crucial role in shaping the USA's connection with football (called soccer in America) when it hosted the FIFA World Cup. The event served as a major catalyst for the sport's penetration into American culture. Now, after three decades, the USA is once again the chosen venue for the Men's T20 World Cup, making it the first time a major cricket event is being held in the country. The co-hosts will kick-start the tournament by facing Canada at the Grand Prairie Stadium, with the USA set to host 16 matches of the competition.

Real Madrid vs Dortmund Live, UEFA Champions League Final: Starting Line-ups Out

UEFA Champions League Final Live Updates: The Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund UEFA Champions League final is here. That starting line-ups of the teams are out! The Spanish champions are going for their 15th European crown and sixth in the past 11 seasons against a Dortmund side hoping to win the competition for just the second time.

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Live Streaming Champions League Final Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch?

Real Madrid vs Dortmund UCL Final Live Streaming: On a night when two legends of the game are set to play their final matches for their respective club, Borussia Dortmund wll look to pull off one of the biggest ever shocks in a Champions League final against the mighty Real Madrid at London's Wembley stadium on Saturday. For Dortmund, long-serving captain Marco Reus is set to leave the club after his contract expires later this month. On the other hand, fans will get to witness Toni Kroos' last dance in a Real Madrid shirt. The 2014 World Cup winner with Germany is set to retire from the start after the Euros in his homeland.

Dinesh Karthik Confirms Retirement Form All Forms Of Cricket

Just a week after his retirement from the Indian Premier League (IPL), Indian cricketer Dinesh Karthik has called time on his career entirely. In a post on Saturday, Karthik confirmed the decision on social media, saying "I put my playing days behind me". Karthik's final game as a professional cricketer was the IPL 2024 eliminator match against Rajasthan Royals that his team lost. Karthik, the wicket-keeper batter, took off his gloves after. thematch and acknowledged the fans as RCB players went around the stadium thanking the spectators for their support.

Watch: Babar Azam Shows True Leadership Character To Lift Shattered Azam Khan's Spirits

Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter Azam Khan has been on the receiving end of some criticism from fans and former players amid his poor show in the recently-concluded T20I series against England. Azam scored just 11 runs in the two matches that he played, while his glove-work was also questionable as he dropped a few easy catches. Ahead of the T20 World Cup, fans and former selectors have questioned his inclusion in the team. While Azam's performances have not been upto the mark, the experts also suggested that the 25-year-old is out of shape to play at the highest level.

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Novak Djokovic Eyes Roger Federer Record And French Open Last 16 Spot

Jaismine Lamboria Inches Closer To Paris Olympics Quota, Sachin Siwach To Play Box-Off

Borussia Dortmund Dream Of Shocking Real Madrid In Champions League Final

T20 World Cup: Lack Of Buzz Leads To A Lukewarm Build-Up In The USA

Real Madrid vs Dortmund Live, UEFA Champions League Final: Starting Line-ups Out

Real Madrid vs Borussia Dortmund Live Streaming Champions League Final Live Telecast: When And Where To Watch?

Dinesh Karthik Confirms Retirement Form All Forms Of Cricket

Watch: Babar Azam Shows True Leadership Character To Lift Shattered Azam Khan's Spirits