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PIX: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich score narrow wins
PIX: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich score narrow wins

A round-up of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Ligue 1, Serie A and Bundesliga.

PIX: Sabalenka subdues Pegula to win Miami Open
PIX: Sabalenka subdues Pegula to win Miami Open

Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka overwhelmed American Jessica Pegula 7-5, 6-2 to win the...

PIX: Chock-Bates win 3rd straight Ice Dance World title
PIX: Chock-Bates win 3rd straight Ice Dance World title

Americans Madison Chock and Evan Bates claimed gold at the World Figure Skating...

PIX: Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest in FA Cup semis
PIX: Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest in FA Cup semis

Images from Saturday's FA Cup quarter-finals.

PIX: Mensik stands in way of Djokovic's 100th title
PIX: Mensik stands in way of Djokovic's 100th title

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a 100th career singles title after breezing past...

PIX: US couple on course for World Ice Dance three-peat
PIX: US couple on course for World Ice Dance three-peat

The Olympic champions scored 90.18 points and brought the TD Garden crowd to its feet...

LaLiga PIX: Barcelona go three points clear
LaLiga PIX: Barcelona go three points clear

Undefeated since late December, Barca are the only team in Europe's top-five league who...

PIX: Philippine wildcard Eala stuns Swiatek in Miami
PIX: Philippine wildcard Eala stuns Swiatek in Miami

Philippine wildcard Alexandra Eala pulled off the biggest win of her young career with...

So far so good for Tuchel as England win two in two

Six points was the minimum requirement for England's opening two games and while the...

Remembering George Foreman

Foreman, US President Donald Trump stated in a tribute on his Truth Social account, had...

PIX: Portugal, Spain, Germany, France in Nations semis

A round-up of Sunday's Nations League second leg quarter-final matches.

PIX: Alcaraz, Medvedev stunned; easy for Djokovic

Russian seventh seed Daniil Medvedev, the 2023 Miami champion who arrived this year...

World Indoors PIX: Azu wins men's 60m; Kerr dethroned

Images from Friday's events at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Nanjing, China.

PIX: Chhetri scores on return as India tame Maldives

First win for India since Nov 2023 and first under coach Manolo Marquez.

Journeyman Burn all fired up before likely Eng debut

'I want to make as big of an impression as I can and then just try and make the next...

'We are taking things step by step'

Marquez also confirmed Chhetri's involvement in the friendly match that will mark his...

Marquez suggests Chhetri will play Maldives friendly

All eyes on Chhetri as India face Maldives in friendly ahead of Asian Cup qualifier.

PIX: Barcelona's smashing comeback; Juventus lose

Barcelona's Ferran Torres scored twice to help secure a late 4-2 comeback win at...

Russian teen matches Serena with Indian Wells title

Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva overcame world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the Indian Wells...

PIX: Draper mauls Rune to win Indian Wells title

Britain's Jack Draper thrashed Denmark's Holger Rune 6-2, 6-2 to collect the biggest...

PIX: Marc wins in Argentina ahead of brother Alex

Ducati's red-hot Marc Marquez won the Argentina Grand Prix on Sunday after trailing his...

PIX: Norris holds off Verstappen to win Australian GP

McLaren's Lando Norris swept to victory in a wet and wild Australian Grand Prix on...

PIX: Record-breaking France win Six Nations rugby

France claimed their seventh Six Nations trophy in a record-strewn 35-16 victory...

PIX: Mbappe wins it for Real; Milan rally to beat Como

A summary of Saturday's action in the LaLiga, Serie A and Bundesliga.

EPL: Man City held to draw; Forest boost top 4 hopes

Champions Manchester City could only muster a 2-2 Premier League draw with Brighton &...

MotoGP PIX: Marc Marquez wins battle of brothers!

Marc Marquez beat his younger brother Alex in Saturday's sprint at the Argentina Grand...

Ferrari's Hamilton has homework to do

'Tomorrow's going to be a challenge, I've never driven this car in the rain.'

SEE: Indian Olympic stars extend Holi greetings

India's Olympic Heroes Neeraj Chopra and Manu Bhaker posted Holi greetings on their...

PIX: Medvedev, Alcaraz through to Indian Wells semis

Daniil Medvedev jumped for joy in an uncharacteristically emotional celebration after...

PIX: Fernandes 'tricks' as United, Spurs make Europa QF

A round-up of Thursday's Europa League Round of 16 second leg matches.

Pragmatic Hamilton excited for Ferrari debut

'This is the most exciting period of my life, so I'm really just enjoying it and I'm so...

PIX: Real beat Atletico on penalties to enter last 8

A summary of Wednesday's Champions League Round of 16, Second Leg, matches.

PIX: Swiatek, Rune race into Indian Wells quarters

Twice champion Iga Swiatek walloped Czech Karolina Muchova in straight sets to reach...

PIX: PSG oust Liverpool; Barca, Bayern, Inter in QF

A summary of Tuesday's Champions League Round of 16, Second Leg, matches.

Security concerns plague women's sport

'Although one-in-five women in the UK will experience stalking at some point in their...

PIX: Alcaraz eases into fourth round; Gauff, Keys win

Carlos Alcaraz kept his Indian Wells 'three-peat' campaign on track with a straight...

'I hope there's justice because they killed him'

Maradona death trial stirs emotions, anger in Argentina

LaLiga PIX: Getafe stun Atletico

Atletico had no shots on target until the referee awarded them the penalty for a...

PIX: Inter Milan, PSG extend lead at the top

A summary of Saturday's action in the Serie A, Ligue 1 and Bundesliga

Talent is not a problem. We need belief: Manu Bhaker

'We women can do a lot of things.'

Punjab FC's Singamayum in makes ISL history

Becomes ISL's youngest goal scorer as Punjab FC defeat Hyderabad FC 3-1

'How can my 'Dad' be a racist. Come on guys'

Former Chelsea player Didier Drogba defends Jose Mourinho, who has been accused of...

PIX: First Colombian woman to beat a former World No 1

Former champion Naomi Osaka was sent packing from Indian Wells after losing in straight...

PIX: Liverpool edge past PSG; Bayern whip Leverkusen

A round-up of Wednesday's UEFA Champions League last-16 first leg matches.

PIX:Arsenal thrash PSV; Real Madrid edge past Atletico

A round-up of the UEFA Champions League last-16 first leg matches played on Tuesday.

Tennis Stars Dazzle At Oscars Party

The 2025 Vanity Fair Oscars Party became a convergence of sports and style, as Coco...

FA Cup PIX: Holders Man United dumped out in penalties

Welbeck extra-time winner sends Brighton into quarters

PIX: PSG thrash Lille; Atletico go top of LaLiga

A summary of Saturday's action in Ligue 1, LaLiga and Bundesliga.

PIX: Juve make Coppa Italia exit; PSG in French Cup SF

Empoli beat Juventus 4-2 on penalties to advance to their first ever Coppa Italia...

EPL PIX: Liverpool rise 13 points clear; Man City 4th

A round-up of Wednesday's action in the Premier League

F1: Testing resumes after power outage

Drivers returned to the pits, under a darkening sky, with engineers using torches in...

PIX: Atletico stage two-goal comeback to hold Barca

Atletico Madrid clawed back from two goals down to rescue a last-gasp 4-4 draw at...

Chak De! India women stun Olympic champions

The Indian women's hockey team stunned reigning Olympic champions Netherlands in the...

Khazima Basha, Queen Of The Carrom Board

The 18 year old from an impoverished family in Chennai won the Carrom World Cup, but...

PIX: Bayern crush Frankfurt; Real ease to victory

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich powered past third-placed Eintracht Frankfurt 4-0 with...

EPL: Brentford blaze to big win over leaky Leicester

Brentford's Bryan Mbuemo scored one goal and made another in a 4-0 win over Leicester...

PIX: Rublev, Draper to clash in Qatar Open final

Andrey Rublev reached the final of the Qatar Open on Friday with a 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(5) win...

What's Trump Doing With Tiger Woods?

On February 20, 2025, President Donald Trump hosted a reception at the White House to...

PIX: Mbappe 'trick' sinks Man City; Real Madrid through

A summary of Wednesday's action in the UEFA Champions League Knock-out phase play-offs.

PIX: Hamilton steps out in red at 10-team F1 launch

Seven-times World champion Lewis Hamilton appeared in Ferrari red for the first time...

PIX: Feyenoord knock out Milan; Bayern in last 16

A summary of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League Knock-out Phase play-offs.

Chandrachud, Pilot At Manu's Birthday

Manu Bhaker, who turned 22 on Tuesday, cut a cake to celebrate her birthday during the...

LaLiga PIX: Barcelona edge Rayo; jump to top

Striker Robert Lewandowski scored a first-half penalty to give Barcelona a hard-fought...

Is That Neeraj Chopra's New Car?

On Monday, February 17, 2025, Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra launched the new...

What's Trump Doing At Daytona Race?

A fortnight after becoming the first American president to attend the Super Bowl,...

PIX: Manchester United's gloom deepens!

Not since 1973-74 have Manchester United lost 12 of their opening 25 games in a...

Sports Stars at Maha Kumbh Mela

Mary Kom, Suresh Raina, Saina Nehwal, Anil Kumble, Deepa Malik and gymnast Dipa...

PIX: Spurs down Manchester United to end losing streak

United manager Ruben Amorim's tough start to life at Old Trafford continues though and...

EPL PIX: Liverpool score hard-fought win at home

Images from Premier League matches played on Sunday.

PIX: Real Madrid held by Osasuna; Bellingham sees red

A round-up of Saturday's action in LaLiga, Ligue 1 and Serie A

Duplantis Dazzles Berlin With Record Leap

Pole vaulter Armand Duplantis marked his return from a winter break with a stunning...

PIX: Mitoma shines as Brighton rout shot-shy Chelsea

Images from the English Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea...

PIX: Roma held at Porto, Alkmaar rout Galatasaray

Francisco Moura's second-half strike earned hosts Porto a 1-1 draw against 10-man AS...

PIX: Messi, Hollywood And Gaza Protestor At Super Bowl

Stars Watch As Eagles Win Super Bowl; Serena steals show at half-time

PIX: Ten-man Barca beat Sevilla; Leaders Napoli held

All the action from La Liga and Serie A matches played on Sunday.

The Swimmer Who Wrote History

American swimming legend Mark Spitz turns 75 on Monday, February 10, 2025.

PIX: Alcaraz, de Minaur to clash in Rotterdam final

No. 2 seed Casper Ruud of Norway will take on unseeded Denis Shapovalov of Canada in...

FA Cup PIX: Manchester City survive; Chelsea crash out

Some lament the FA Cup having lost much of its romance in recent years, in the face of...

Saina Nehwal At Maha Kumbh

India's star shuttler and Olympic bronze medalist Saina Nehwal visited the Maha Kumbh,...

PIX: Liverpool thrash Spurs, set up Newcastle final

Tottenham have not won any silverware since they beat Chelsea in the 2008 League Cup...

Soccer PIX: Torres tricks; Inter miss chance to go top

Barcelona joined Real Madrid, Atletico and Real Sociedad in the semi-finals, with the...

EPL PIX: Spirited Chelsea rally to beat West Ham

Chelsea recovered to beat West Ham United 2-1 to jump to fourth place in the English...

PICS: Arsenal thump City to stay in title race

Arsenal moved to 50 points from 24 games.

PIX: Barca edge Alaves; Big win for Juve

Lewandowski strike gives Barcelona 1-0 win over Alaves

PIX: Another home loss for United; Spurs win

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday.

PIX: Salah overtakes Lampard; Liverpool go 9 clear

A round-up of Saturday's action in the English Premier League.

'Truly no words to capture the depth of our sorrow'

US skating mourns athletes lost in plane crash

PIX: Manchester Utd, Spurs storm in Europa knockouts

IMAGES from Europa League matches played on Thursday.

Saina Nehwal's Jungle Safari

Glimpses from Saina Nehwal's adventure at the Jim Corbett National Park in Uttarakhand.

CL PIX: Man City survive scare, Real storm through

Manchester City came from behind to beat Club Brugge 3-1 and secure their place in the...

14-year-old makes splash with hat-trick of gold!

At the brand new Trishul Shooting Range in Dehradun, Haryana's Asian Games bronze...

PIX: PM Modi declares 38th National Games open!

'It is a beautiful portrait of Ek Bharat, Sreshth Bharat.'

Madison Has The Key To The Kingdom

Madison Keys achieved a significant milestone on Saturday, capturing her first Grand...

The Reigning King of Hard Courts

Jannik Sinner solidified his place as the world's top hardcourt player by defeating...

PIX: Barcelona back to winning ways; Inter cruise

Barcelona snapped their four-match winless streak in LaLiga with an emphatic 7-1...

EPL PIX: Liverpool, Arsenal win; Forest crushed

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Saturday.

PIX: City, Bayern Stunned; Big win for Real Madrid

IMAGES from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Wednesday

PIX: Hamilton makes track debut for Ferrari

The 40-year-old, who won six of his world championships at Mercedes, also unveiled a...

Sinner crushes Aussie hopes, faces Shelton in semis

Defending champion Jannik Sinner dismissed eighth seed Alex de Minaur 6-3, 6-2, 6-1 to...

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek, Keys storm into semis

Madison Keys blasted her way into the Australian Open semi-finals for a third time as...

Barcelona edge Benfica in a thriller; Liverpool win

Barcelona's Raphinha scored deep into stoppage time to hand his side a dramatic 5-4...

Djokovic storms into his 50th Grand Slam semi-final!

'It's one of the most epic matches I have played on this court, on any court really.'

ISL: Leaders Mohun Bagan SG drop points in Chennai

The best chance of the second half fell to Suhail Bhat when Rai found him with a...

PIX: Djokovic digs deep to show Alcaraz the door

Defeat was a blow for the 21-year-old Spaniard as the French Open and Wimbledon...

Aus Open PIX: Zverev battles past Paul to enter semis

Alexander Zverev played his best tennis when it mattered most to down Tommy Paul and...

Lewis Hamilton Joins Ferrari!

Lewis Hamilton, the most successful driver in Formula One history, joined Ferrari on...

Aus Open PIX: Badosa knocks out Gauff

Images from Day 10 of the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

EPL PIX: Chelsea get back to winning ways

Chelsea won for the first time in six Premier League matches when they beat...

PIX: Sinner battles into last eight; Monfils retires

Jannik Sinner overcame a debilitating medical episode as well as Dane Holger Rune to...

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek crushes Lys; Keys stuns Rybakina

A ruthless Iga Swiatek slammed the door shut on German lucky loser Eva Lys with a 6-0...

PIX: Mbappe fires Real Madrid to top of La Liga

Kylian Mbappe was in inspired form, scoring twice to guide Real Madrid to a comeback...

EPL PIX: City thrash Ipswich; United lose at home

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Sunday

PIX: Neeraj Chopra weds Himani!

Neeraj married Himani in a quiet ceremony on Sunday.

Axelsen, Se Young win India Open in packed house

Lee, 2019 Hong Kong open winner, had finished as runner-up in the last edition and his...

Australian Open: Djokovic sets up Alcaraz quarters

A solitary break in the eighth game was all Djokovic needed to take the opening set, as...

PIX: Zverev drops set, but joins Alcaraz in quarters

Carlos Alcaraz reached his second Australian Open quarter-final on Sunday when his...

Aus Open PIX: Sabalenka, Gauff through to last 8

Images from Day 8 of the Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Sunday.

PIX: Swiatek routs Raducanu; Monfils upsets Fritz

Images from Day 7 of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Saturday.

Rashtrapati Honours Our Sports Jewels

A galaxy of the nation's finest sportspeople were honoured at Rashtrapati Bhavan.

'It's a dream come true moment for me'

Men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet, under whose leadership India won a second...

PIX: Djokovic, Alcaraz cruise; Osaka exits with injury

Carlos Alcaraz secured his passage into the fourth round of the Australian Open with a...

Seen Sindhu's Diamond Ring?

P V Sindhu debuted as PUMA's newest ambassador at the 2025 Indian Open in New Delhi.

Aus Open PIX: Swiatek, Raducanu, Fritz advance

Images from Day 5 of the 2025 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on Thursday.

PIX: Big wins for Barcelona, Bayern Munich

Barcelona thrashed Real Betis 5-1 on Wednesday to book their spot in the Copa del Rey...

EPL PIX: Arsenal down Spurs; Newcastle rout Wolves

Leandro Trossard transformed the mood at Arsenal with the winning goal as they...

Alcaraz grinds down another lefty in Nishioka win

Alcaraz worked on making his serve more potent in the off-season and was thrilled with...

PIX: Djokovic inches closer towards Slam No 25

Flattens Faria in 2nd round to advance in Melbourne

Aus Open PIX: Alcaraz cruises; Zheng stunned

All the action from Day 4 at the Australian Open on Wednesday

PIX: Draws order of the day as City, Liverpool held

IMAGES from the Premier League matches played on Tuesday.

Bhaker to get new Paris Olympic medals

Indian shooter Manu Bhaker is among over 100 athletes who have complained about...

Age no factor as Intanon eyes Asiad podium

Intanon still holds on to the dream of an Olympic medal.

Aus Open: Brazilian teen Fonseca knocks out Rublev

Rublev dug deep in the third set and was a break ahead but Fonseca showed incredible...

Aus Open PIX: Fritz; Rybakina cruise; Navarro survives

Images from Day 3 of the 2025 Australian Open in Melbourne on Tuesday.

Sindhu Is Puma's Newest Star

Puma has ventured into badminton by signing up double Olympic medallist P V Sindhu.

Attention to detail for trophy-hunting Satwik-Chirag

With the Paris Olympics looming, Chirag and Satwik didn't compete in too many...

PIX: Glitzy opening for inaugural Kho Kho World Cup

After a stunning dance performance celebrating India, and highlighting the vibrant and...

Aus Open PIX: Djokovic survives scare; Alcaraz cruises

Novak Djokovic was seriously rattled early on by inspired American teenager Nishesh...

Chess King Magnus Carlsen's Grand Wedding

The 34-year-old Grandmaster tied the knot in a romantic ceremony at the picturesque...

Actor Ajith's Historic Podium Finish

The movie star finished third in the 991 category at the Dubai 24 Hours race on Sunday.

AO PIX: Gauff wins thriller, Swiatek scrapes through

Coco Gauff was given a solid workout by former champion Sofia Kenin but continued her...

PIX: Zverev cruises; Nishikori, Ruud survive scare

Alexander Zverev cruised past Frenchman Lucas Pouille in straight sets in the first...

Sabalenka sizzles on rain-hit day at Australian Open

Aryna Sabalenka opened her bid for a third straight Australian Open title with an easy...

PIX: Liverpool, Man City romp into FA Cup Round 4

A summary of Saturday's action in the FA Cup third round.

Which Of These Men Will Win Australian Open?

As the year's first Grand Slam -- the Australian Open 2025 -- kicks off, a look at the...

Desi tennis star who will debut against Djoko

All about the 19-year-old who will face Novak Djokovic in the first round of his debut...

Happy Birthday Rahul Dravid!

Cricket legend Rahul Dravid turns 52 today.

Coaching comes naturally to high IQ Murray: Djokovic

While forthcoming with Murray, Djokovic was in no mood to elaborate on comments that he...

PIX: Real set up a Clasico final!

Real outclass Majorca, to meet Barca in Super Cup final

PIX: Newcastle end Arsenal's winning run

Arsenal, who had 23 shots to Newcastle's seven, piled on the pressure late on to try to...

Lack of depth in bowling reserves leaves India exposed

The cupboard is bare and it will take some time to prepare another cracking line-up...

Inside Manu Bhaker's Beautiful Home

Manu Bhaker's home is a heartfelt tribute to her parents, seamlessly blending...

Kapil Dev: 10 Fascinating Facts

Happy 66th Birthday Kapil Paaji, a true legend whose contributions to Indian cricket...

Dembele strikes late to help PSG lift French Super Cup

No goals were scored in the first half of a French Super Cup for the first time since...

Happy Birthday Kapil Paaji

Kapil Dev, one of cricket's finest all rounders, turns 66 today.

PIX: Australia end India's reign in BGT series

Images from Day 3 of the fifth Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket...

EPL PIX: City crush West Ham; Arsenal, Chelsea held

Manchester City thrashed West Ham United 4-1 in the Premier League on Saturday to claim...

PIX: Pant sets up exciting finish after fiery fifty

Images from Day 2 of the fifth Test between Australia and India at the Sydney Cricket...

PIX: Bellingham winner takes Real to top of LaLiga

Carlo Ancelotti's side were then reduced to 10 men in the 79th minute when Vinicius Jr...

20 More Stunning Sports Photos From 2024

2024 delivered unforgettable moments that epitomised triumph, passion, and sheer...

Cummins calls for improved batting at SCG

Young Sam Konstas took the world by surprise with his aggressive approach in the Boxing...

Gukesh Meets Gautam Adani

'At just 18, Gukesh's poise and brilliance are a testament to India's unstoppable...

EPL PIX: Arsenal close gap on Liverpool

Defeat would have left Arsenal nine points behind Liverpool, who also have a game in...

PIX: Djokovic-Kyrgios lose in doubles

The journey of Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios as a doubles pair ended with a thrilling...

20 Stunning Sports PHOTOS From 2024

From the passion of MotoGP champions to the intensity of football pitches and the...