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Sharma begins with a modest round in Korea, lies 47th
Indian golfer Shubhankar Sharma had a modest start in cold and windy conditions to card 2-over 74 in the first round of the CJ Cup @ Nine Bridges here on Thursday. Sharma, who was T-10 at the CIMB Classic last week, was T-47th but six shots behind the leader, Chez Reavie (68). The 36-year-old Reavie grabbed the sole lead in the first-round by one shot with a 68 during which he found every fairway and hit 15 of the 18 greens. Reavie is in search of his second career PGA TOUR victory and first since the 2008 RBC Canadian Open. He has played 231 events since that lone win. Sharma, after a par start, had an eventful three-hole stretch with a bogey on second and back-to-back birdies on next two holes. He ran into problems on the Par-3 seventh, where he double bogeyed. On the back nine, Sharma had three bogeys and two birdies and finished at 2-over 74. "It was pretty tough out there. It was pretty windy and cold and it was tough. Not used to playing in cold conditions and I was just trying .
Argentina win in basketball, boxing; Russia continue winning medals
Argentina won two gold medals, one in men's 3x3 basketball and one in boxing. Russia, on top of the medal table, won two gold medals with one in boxing and the other in women's beach volleyball, on the penultimate day of the Youth Olympics.
ISL: ATK coach Coppell praises young winger Komal
India U-17 World Cup player and ATK winger Komal Thatal has come in for praise from his coach Steve Coppell after his performance in the Indian Super League clash against Delhi Dynamos.
Denmark Open: Nehwal cruises into third round
Former world number one Saina Nehwal reached the third round of the ongoing Denmark Open after defeating Akane Yamaguchi of Japan in the women's singles event here on Thursday.The 28-year-old registered an easy 21-15 21-17 win over Yamaguchi to advance further in the tournament.Nehwal did not break much sweat in the match and looked much comfortable as compared to her opening round clash against Cheung Ngan Yi of Hong Kong.Making a winning start to the match, Nehwal won the opening game 21-15 as her Japanese opponent failed to put much fight in the game.The world number two Japanese was expected to hit back strongly in the second game but this time as well Nehwal did not give much scoring opportunity to Yamaguchi resulting in a straight-game victory for the Indian.Later in the day, Indian shuttlers Kidambi Srikanth and Sameer Veera are slated to appear in their respective second round matches of men's singles event of the tournament.
Youth Olympics: Akash Malik bags silver in archery
India's Akash Malik has bagged a silver medal in archery at the ongoing third edition of the Youth Olympic Games.The 15-year-old finished second on the podium after he lost 0-6 to Trenton Cowles of the United States of America in the final of the event.Malik failed to give much competition to his American counterpart as Cowles shot 28, 29 and 28 points on the 60-metre target to clinch gold in the event.Belgium's Senna Roos, on the other hand, settled for a bronze medal in the event after beating Artem Ovchynnikov of Ukraine 7-3 in a five-setter.Malik's silver marks the second consecutive Youth Olympic Games medal for India in archery following Atul Verma's bronze in the boys' event in 2014 edition of the tournament.India concluded their campaign at the 2018 Youth Olympics with a total of 13 medals- three gold, nine silver, and one bronze.
I made a mistake, forgive me: Kaneria
Banned Pakistan leg-spinner Danish Kaneria Thursday said he finally confessed to spot-fixing after years of denial to get closure for the mistakes he made but the country's cricket community reacted with shock to his admission. "I just want the cricket board, my fans and the Pakistani people to understand my situation and forgive me. I made a grave mistake in associating with a bookmaker(Anu Bhatt) and not reporting it to the concerned authorities and I have paid the price for it," Kaneria told PTI. But Pakistan's cricket community was left "shocked and betrayed". "I am gutted because in the early days when Danish's case came up. I met with the Pakistan Cricket Board officials with his case documents to convince them that he (Kaneria) should be heard by the PCB. I believed he was innocent," Pakistan's former Test captain Rashid Latif said. Latif said Kaneria's confession in an interview to Al Jazeera channel was a big let-down for the Pakistan cricket community. Kaneria is serving a .
Bolt turns down contract, continues football career in Australia
Former Olympic sprinter Usain Bolt has turned down an offer to join Maltese outfit Valletta FC, opting to continue his professional football trial at the Central Coast Mariners in Australia.
Injured Starc likely to miss Pakistan T20 series
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc, who is struggling with a left hamstring injury, is likely to miss the upcoming T20 series against Pakistan.The team's management has decided to keep fellow pacer Peter Siddle as the backup bowler for the limited format series, News.com.au reported.During the first Test against Pakistan, which ended in a draw, the 28-year-old was struggling with cramps in both his calves and groins.Moreover, the left-arm pacer did not bowl in the final session of day two in the ongoing second Test at Abu Dhabi and spent time most of his time off the ground. By the end of day two, Pakistan had a 281-run lead in their second innings after bowling out Australia at the score of 145.After the two-match Test series, Australia are slated to play three T20s against Pakistan from October 24 to 28.
Cruzeiro retain Copa title, seal spot in next year's Libertadores
Cruzeiro defeated Corinthians 2-1 in the second leg of the Copa do Brasil final to lift the Copa do Brasil.
Kuldeep will be India's No.1 spinner going forward: Harbhajan Singh (IANS interview)
Going forward, chinaman bowler Kuldeep Yadav will become India's primary spin weapon, feels veteran bowler-turned-cricket commentator Harbhajan Singh.
Mumbai eye first win of the season against Pune in Maha Derby
With a loss and a draw in the first two outings, a struggling Mumbai City FC will be eyeing to record their first win of the season when they take on state rivals FC Pune City in the Indian Super League Friday. Mumbai have started the season in an unimpressive fashion -- with a 2-0 loss at home to Jamshedpur FC, followed by an away 1-1 draw against Kerala Blasters. So the 'Islanders', coached by Jorge Costa, are expected to come out Friday with all guns blazing. Mumbai will have to improve in all areas, particularly in defence, as they have conceded three goals in the two games so far. Mumbai boast of some of the best players in the League - Paulo Machado (Portugal), Senegal's Modou Sougou, striker Rafael Bastos (Brazil) and Subhashish Bose. If Sougou and Bastos play to their potential, they can pose a threat to any side and Pune will be no exception in the 'Maharashtra Derby' at the Mumbai Football Arena in suburban Andheri. Mumbai have strengthened their defence with ...
Pacquiao says '90 percent' sure will face Broner in January
Philippine boxing idol Manny Pacquiao said a January fight in the US with American Adrien Broner is almost certain, but he dodged the mounting speculation of a possible rematch with rival Floyd Mayweather. Pacquiao, 39, pumped new life into his storied but slowing boxing career in July when he delivered his first knockout in nine years in a bout against Lucas Matthysse of Argentina. Since then Pacquiao has defied calls to retire and promised to fight again, which has prompted unclear reports about a range of possible contenders. But at a charity function late Wednesday in Manila Pacquiao told reporters "Broner, Adrien Broner". He added that he preferred to face the former four-division world champion on either January 12 or 19, "probably" in Las Vegas. "It is almost final but it is not yet there," Pacquiao said, adding that the match was "90 percent" likely to push through. Mayweather, 41, said in September he would come out of retirement to face Pacquiao later this year in a rematch .
Sprint king Bolt rejects Malta football offer
Sprint superstar Usain Bolt has turned down a contract from Maltese champions Valletta and will remain in Australia to pursue his dream of becoming a professional footballer, his agent said Thursday. The eight-time Olympic champion has been on trial with A-League club the Central Coast Mariners since arriving Down Under in August. He scored two goals in a pre-season friendly last Friday but is yet to be offered a deal, with cashed-up Valletta dangling a two-year trial-free contract to entice him away earlier this week. But Bolt's agent Ricky Simms said he had opted against a move to the Maltese Premier League team, which is backed by a group of investors from the Sanban Group in the United Arab Emirates. "There is a lot of interest in Usain playing football," he told ESPN. "We regularly receive similar approaches. I can confirm Usain does not wish to pursue this opportunity in Malta." Valletta chief executive Ghasston Slimen told the broadcaster: "We wish Usain Bolt all the best with .
Woods blames fatigue for Ryder Cup flop
Tiger Woods blamed his dismal Ryder Cup form on tiredness, citing a lack of physical preparation after a demanding comeback from injury. Woods lost all four of his Ryder Cup matches in Paris last month as the United States were crushed 17.5 to 10.5 by a rampant Europe. The 14-time major winner had forced his way back into the American playing ranks after a strong comeback season which included an emotional victory at the Tour Championship in Atlanta on September 23. However the 42-year-old believes the physical toll of his first full season back on the PGA Tour after missing virtually all of the previous two years finally caught up with him. "It was just a cumulative effect of the entire season," Woods said on Wednesday on the sidelines of the Tiger Woods Invitational in California, an amateur event that benefits his charitable foundation. "I was tired because I hadn't trained for it. I hadn't trained this entire comeback to play this much golf, and on top of that, deal with the heat .
Australia to play T20 against UAE
Australia will play the United Arab Emirates for the first time in an official Twenty20 clash next week after the game was sanctioned, officials said Thursday. The touring Australians were scheduled to face the UAE as part of their tune-up for their upcoming T20 series against Pakistan. But it has now been granted full international status after both Cricket Australia and the Pakistan Cricket Board agreed to the move, the International Cricket Council said on its website. Emirates Cricket Board member Zayed Abbas said the match in Abu Dhabi on October 22 would give his side some much-needed game-time against a leading international team. "Our thanks also go to Cricket Australia for approaching this opportunity so positively, and especially to the Pakistan Cricket Board for permitting this match during their home tour in the UAE with Australia," he said. "It has been an incredible effort from all parties to bring this match to fruition." The UAE are ranked 13th in the world, with the ..
Farmer's son Akash claims India's maiden archery silver at Youth Olympics
Akash Malik became India's first silver-medallist in archery at the Youth Olympic Games, providing a fitting finale to the country's best-ever campaign at the marquee event here. The 15-year-old son of a farmer lost a one-sided final to Trenton Cowles of the USA 0-6 as India concluded with three gold, nine silver, and one bronze at the event that was launched in 2010. Seeded fifth after qualification, the Haryana-boy was inconsistent in the summit clash against the 15th seed Cowles, who only shot in 10s and 9s to wrap it up easily on Wednesday night. In the three-setter, both the archers shot four perfect 10s, but Akash's two wayward 6s in the first and the third set proved to be the decisive factor. The summit clash was held under windy conditions following light rains. "I have trained in the wind, but here it was too much. I was waiting for an opportunity but he (Cowles) was stronger and I had no chance," Akash told PTI. "I feel good but I lost the gold medal," the 11th standard ...
France star Mbappe visits hometown club
France superstar football player Kylian Mbappe returned to visit his childhood club here on Wednesday for the first time since he won the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Thierry Henry presented as new Monaco coach
AS Monaco on Wednesday presented former France football star Thierry Henry as its new coach.
FA confirm withdrawal of offer to buy Wembley Stadium
The English Football Association (FA) on Wednesday confirmed that it will not be selling Wembley Stadium to billionaire Shahid Khan.
Rehenesh handed interim suspension
: NorthEast United FC will miss the services of goalkeeper T P Rehenesh for Thursday's ISL match against Chennaiyin FC at the Nehru stadium here after he was handed an interim suspension. The All-India Football Federation's Disciplinary Committee has put NorthEast United FC goalkeeper T P Rehenesh under interim suspension with immediate effect for acting violently against an ATK player, said an ISL statement. Rehenesh will not be available for selection for his club NEUFCs clash against Chennaiyin FC tomorrow, it said. He was put on interim suspension for acting violently against an ATK player during a game on October 4. "Rehenesh has been put on interim suspension pending full inquiry by the AIFF Disciplinary Committee after it emerged through the match footage, that the goalkeeper had acted violently against ATK player Gerson Vieria during the last meeting between the two clubs at Salt Lake Stadium on 4th October 2018," an ISL statement said.