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Croatia's Vida apologizes to Russia over Ukraine slogan
Croatia defender Domagoj Vida has apologized to Russia for saying "Glory to Ukraine!" after his country's World Cup quarter-final win over the hosts last week.
Rajesh Kumar registers five-shot win at The Palms
Rajesh Kumar Rawat delivered a sublime final round of six-under-64 to register an impressive win by five shots at the PGTI Feeder Tour event staged at The Palms Golf Club & Resort here today. The 44-year-old Rawat (64-69-64), who was two off the lead in second place at the start of the last round, totalled 13-under-197 at the season-ending event to secure his second career title. Victor Hans (70-66-66) of Jalandhar produced a second straight 66 to gain five spots and finish tied second. Noida's Dipankar Kaushal (62-69-71), the round two leader by two shots, also took a share of second at eight-under-202 as a result of his third round of 71. Delhi's Pawan Verma (68) claimed fifth place at six-under-204 at The Palms to emerge Feeder Tour Order of Merit champion at the sixth and last event of the season. Verma recorded the highest earnings for the season which stood at Rs. 2,78,987. Pawan, who posted four top-10s in the season including two runner-up finishes, has now earned an ...
'England united' after World Cup run, say press
"An England United, first in hope, now in defeat". British media reflected Thursday on England's heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Croatia in the World Cup semi-finals, praising manager Gareth Southgate and his young team despite their exit. England won plaudits not just for their deeds on the pitch -- reaching the semis for the first time since 1990 -- but for bringing together a nation bitterly divided over Brexit. "Our divided nation has been united thanks to a polite Englishman and a bunch of modern ordinary lads," said the Sun. "Forget Manchester United, West Ham United, Newcastle United. For now we're an England United, first in hope, now in defeat." The Daily Mirror also credits Southgate and his men for fostering a spirit of unity. "They go into Saturday's third-place play-off (against Belgium) with their heads held high, knowing they have done themselves proud and put a smile back on a conflicted country's face." The Times points out that since England won the World Cup in 1966, ...
Kane says World Cup semi-final run just the start for young England
Harry Kane says England restored pride during their run to the World Cup semi-finals and can use the tournament as a springboard for sustained success for a talented young generation. Playing in their first World Cup semi-final for 28 years, England blew a golden opportunity to reach their first final since 1966, surrendering a 1-0 half-time lead to lose 2-1 to Croatia after extra-time in Moscow on Wednesday. The tournament's top goalscorer with six goals, Kane himself missed a huge chance to give England breathing space in the first half. But he believes even brighter days lie ahead for the third-youngest squad on show in Russia. "It hurts now but I know when we look back there are a lot of positives, (a lot of) experience we can take. That's the aim, in two years' time in the Euros to go again and win big tournaments," said the Tottenham Hotspur striker. "We've shown we can do well in these tournaments and the aim is now not to wait another 20-odd years to get to another big ...
Sri Lanka 161-6 at tea in first South Africa Test
Sri Lanka were struggling at 161 for six when early tea was taken due to rain on day one of the first Test against South Africa in Galle on Thursday. Opener Dimuth Karunaratne was batting on 80 off 132 balls after the hosts lost four quick wickets against an inspired South African bowling attack in the second session of play. Fast bowler Kagiso Rabada claimed three wickets and left-arm wrist spinner Tabraiz Shamshi took two after Sri Lanka elected to bat first at the start of the two-match series.
FIFA World Cup Golden Boot standings
Following are the top scorers after the semi-finals of the FIFA World Cup in Russia:
9stacks Team India takes Indian Poker to historic new heights
9stacks Team India members Nishant Sharma and Vivek Rughani made history by finishing 34th and 87th respectively in the biggest poker tournament of the year, the USD 10K entry fee Main Event at the World Series of Poker 2018.The young poker professionals - who qualified through the #LFGVegas online promotion on 9stacks.com - are the only two Indian poker players who have made it to the top 100 ranks at a WSOP Main Event tournament.Both Nishant Sharma and Vivek Rughani reached the top 100 after 6 days of grinding outlasting Main Event veterans like Phil Ivey, Phil Hellmuth amongst others. Nishant became the only Indian player to have reached the top 50 ranks at the Main Event, and won USD 230,475 i.e. approximately 1.6 crore Rs. Rughani cashed USD 77695 - Rs. 53 Lakh. Incidentally, Nishant went as high as 8th in the live standings before finally finishing 34th thanks to a 'sick beat'. The overall prize pool at the WSOP Main Event was USD 74 million.Out of the 7874 players that ...
FC Goa announce signing of Nirmal Chhetri
FC Goa on Thursday announced the signing of full back Nirmal Chhetri for the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season.
Defender Nirmal Chhetri joins FC Goa
FC Goa has signed Sikkimese defender Nirmal Chhetri from NorthEast United FC ahead of the upcoming edition of Indian Super League. Chhetri has been a veteran in the ISL since its inception, playing for Kerala Blasters FC and NorthEast United before joining the Gaurs. The full back started his senior career with Air India back in 2006 before playing for both Bengal giants, East Bengal and Mohun Bagan respectively. He scored three goals for Mohun Bagan, including one on his debut. He was loaned out to Mohammedan SC in 2013. In 2014, ISL side Kerala Blasters sought the services of the defender who joined them and helped the team to reach the finals where they lost against ATK. Chhetri then moved to NorthEast United FC where he played the 2016 and 2017 seasons before moving to Goa to join the Gaurs. "The entire country noticed the brand of exciting football that FC Goa played last season and now I have the chance to be a part of it. Coach Sergio (Lobera) did wonders last season and I'm ...
Japanese international Takashi Inui joins Real Betis
Spanish La Liga club Real Betis on Thursday announced the signing of Japanese international midfielder Takashi Inui.
S.Africa hails Anderson's shock defeat of Federer
President Cyril Ramaphosa on Thursday led South Africa in congratulating Kevin Anderson after he sensationally knocked Roger Federer out of Wimbledon to become the first South African to reach the semi-finals in 35 years. The 32-year old Anderson defeated defending champion Federer in a five-set thriller that lasted slightly more than four hours. "Congratulations to Kevin Anderson for reaching the men's singles semi-finals," Ramaphosa tweeted on Thursday. Anderson became the first South African in the Wimbledon semi-finals since Kevin Curren in 1983 and just the sixth in history. "We have always considered him an ambassador and he continues to wave the flag. We are very excited," Mickey Modisane, the sports ministry spokesman, told AFP. "From a social cohesion and nation-building perspective, it's a great achievement for South Africa." "Over 3 hours these two men gave their all to stay alive. Fight, determination, hunger... you name it they showed it all," tweeted South African ...
Pacquiao, Matthysse predict action-packed welterweight title fight
Manny Pacquiao predicted on Thursday an entertaining bout against Lucas Matthysse at their World Boxing Organisation welterweight title fight on Sunday.
Explain why BCCI should not be under RTI Act: CIC
Why should cricket controlling body of the country, the BCCI, be not answerable under the RTI Act in light of various judicial orders and a recent law commission report, the Central Information Commission has directed the sports body and the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to explain. "It is the responsibility of the CIC to put an end to this prolonging uncertainty which makes the BCCI non-transparent and unaccountable without any moral backing and legal reasoning," Information Commissioner Sridhar Acharyulu said. The matter came before him as Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports did not give a satisfactory response to an RTI applicant, Geeta Rani, who had sought to know the provisions and guidelines under which the BCCI has been representing India and selecting players for the country. The applicant also asked whether the players selected by BCCI are playing for India or for the association, how can a private association represent the country internationally, what is the benefit
Pele congratulates Cristiano Ronaldo on move to Juventus
Brazilian football legend Pele congratulated Cristiano Ronaldo on being signed by Italian-league club Juventus and compared the move to his decision to come out of semi-retirement at age 34 and play for the New York Cosmos.
Brazil's Arthur thrilled to join Barcelona
Brazilian midfielder Arthur Melo said he was very happy to be the newest member of La Liga champions FC Barcelona.
Croatia 'ready' for France, says coach Dalic
Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic said his team faces a "daunting task" to beat France in the World Cup final after their 2-1 victory over England in extra time.
Striker Perisic hails Croatia's 'fighting spirit'
Croatia forward Ivan Perisic lauded his team's fighting spirit after they secured a place in the World Cup final with a 2-1 extra-time victory over England.
Isner wins serving battle vs Raonic to reach Wimbledon semis
American John Isner has reached the final four of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time by recording a 6-7 (5-7), 7-6 (9-7), 6-4, 6-3 victory over Canada's Milos Raonic in Wimbledon quarter-final action.
Pacquiao beware! I'm going home with my belt says Matthysse
World welterweight champion Lucas Matthysse saluted Manny Pacquiao on Thursday but vowed to beat the Filipino boxing legend when they square off on Sunday. "He is a great champion but he still hasn't faced 'The Machine'," Argentina's Matthysse told reporters at a packed press conference in Kuala Lumpur ahead of their WBA title clash. "If he decides to retire after I beat him then that is his decision, I am here to defend my title." Veteran Pacquiao, who is chasing a 60th win of his long career, will turn 40 in December and has not fought since losing his WBO welterweight belt to Australia's Jeff Horn in Brisbane a year ago. Knock-out specialist Matthysse has finished 36 of his 39 wins inside the distance and won the vacant WBA belt after an eighth-round stoppage of Thailand's Teerachai Sithmorseng in January. His action-packed style, said Pacquiao, was one of the reasons the fight attracted him. "When I saw his fight against Teerachai it was a good fight," said the Filipino, who has ..
Sri Lanka 93-2 at lunch, 1st day of 1st test vs South Africa
Veteran opener Dimuth Karunaratne, making a comeback after missing the West Indies tour due to injury, was unbeaten on 37 and Sri Lanka was 93 for two at lunch on the first day of the first cricket test against South Africa on Thursday. The 30-year-old, playing his 50th test, hit three elegant fours and pulled Dale Steyn for six after Sri Lanka won the toss and elected to bat. Kusal Mendis was unbeaten on 19 and during his innings completed 2,000 test runs with a swept boundary off left-arm spinner Keshav Maharaj. Suranga Lakmal is leading the Sri Lankan side in the absence of Dinesh Chandimal, who pleaded guilty for conduct that is contrary to spirit of cricket and will miss the two-test series along with coach Chandika Hathurusingha. Sri Lanka refused to take the field on the third morning of the St. Lucia test against the West Indies last month in protest of a ball-tampering charge against Chandimal. Veteran paceman Dale Steyn is making a comeback after injury. The 35-year-old ...