The India Open badminton tournament turned into an embarrassment as venue failures exposed administrative neglect. SAI faces tough questions over stadium maintenance ahead of World Championships.
Danish badminton star Mia Blichfeldt calls India Open conditions unacceptable and unprofessional, questioning New Delhi's ability to host the 2026 World Championships.
The Badminton World Federation acknowledged problems with hygiene and animal control at the India Open in Delhi but confirmed the Indira Gandhi Stadium will host the World Championships in August.
The Badminton Association of India rejects Danish players' complaints about playing conditions at India Open 2026, calling it a successful test event for upcoming World Championships.
World No. 20 Mia Blichfeldt criticizes playing conditions at Indira Gandhi Stadium, warning of player safety risks months before World Championships.
World number 20 Mia Blichfeldt expresses dissatisfaction with the cleanliness and temperature at the India Open venue, which will host the BWF World Championships in August 2026.
BAI General Secretary Sanjay Mishra says hosting the BWF World Championships in Delhi gives Indian players extra motivation to perform at the India Open. Read more.
Aryna Sabalenka wins Brisbane Open without dropping a set, defeating Marta Kostyuk. The Belarusian star is now the top contender for the Australian Open 2024. Read more.
American players Wesley So and Carissa Yip clinched the open and women's titles at the Tata Steel Chess India blitz event in Kolkata. Read about their dramatic victories and the tournament highlights.
Don't miss the first Grand Slam of 2026! Your complete guide to watching the Australian Open live on TV and online in India. Find all broadcast details here.
40-year-old Stan Wawrinka gets a singles wildcard for his final season, while Nick Kyrgios focuses on doubles at the Australian Open 2026. Get all the details here.
Wesley So overtakes Arjun Erigaisi after a stunning comeback on Day 1 of the Tata Steel Blitz chess event. Get all the results, standings, and key moments from Kolkata.
Arjun Erigaisi began the Tata Steel Chess India Blitz with five consecutive victories, outwitting Viswanathan Anand and Wei Yi in Kolkata. Read how the 'calm boy' turned into a destructive beast over the board.
Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty lost 21-10, 23-21 to Indonesia's Alfian-Fikri in the Malaysia Open quarterfinals. Read their analysis and look ahead to India Open.
Viswanathan Anand and Arjun Erigaisi's epic clash revived the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz in Kolkata. Read how the veteran and the young gun delivered chaos and a miraculous draw.
Magnus Carlsen's visible frustration at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships in Doha has ignited a debate on sportsmanship and his influence on young players. Read the full analysis.
Indian badminton stars face challenging openers at Yonex-Sunrise India Open Super 750. Lakshya Sen meets Ayush Shetty, while PV Sindhu seeks revenge against Vietnam's Nguyen. Full draw analysis inside.
Epic Games launches Fortnite v39.20 update on January 9, 2025, featuring a major South Park collaboration, OG Chapter 1 Super Styles, and major Blitz mode changes. Get all the details here.
Australian Open 2026 announces a record $74.9M prize pool, a 16% jump. Champions to earn $2.79M. Qualifying starts Jan 12. Get all details here.
World No.1 Magnus Carlsen heaps praise on Argentina's 12-year-old chess sensation Faustino Oro, the 'Messi of Chess,' and offers advice on his path to becoming the youngest grandmaster. Read the full story.
Magnus Carlsen's repeated emotional outbursts at the World Rapid & Blitz Championship have players like Aronian and Srinath demanding action from FIDE. Discover why the governing body is reluctant to intervene.
Discover how Kolkata became the nerve centre of world chess. The story of Tata Steel Chess India, from its roots in a 1938 Dutch village to a premier rapid & blitz tournament. Starts Jan 7.
Australian Open 2025 sets a new record with a total prize purse of A$111.5 million. Singles champions to earn A$4.15M each. Read how Tennis Australia is boosting earnings for all players.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg reveals his cardinal hiring rule and crucial advice for students: your social circle is the most important college decision. Discover his philosophy.
Indian chess star D Gukesh withdraws from the Kolkata Rapid & Blitz tournament citing personal reasons. Nihal Sarin replaces him, but his absence dims the Anand vs. Ding clash. Read more.
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas opens up about a severe back injury in 2025 that left him unable to walk, sparked retirement fears, and derailed his career. Read his comeback journey.
Kazakhstan's Bibisara Assaubayeva clinched her third Women's World Blitz chess title in Doha. Her main goal, however, was securing a spot in the Women's Candidates tournament in Cyprus. Read the full story.
Venus Williams creates history as the oldest woman to compete at the Australian Open. Get all details on her wildcard entry, past records, and upcoming matches.
Venus Williams receives a wildcard for Australian Open 2026, becoming the oldest woman to compete in a season-opening Grand Slam at age 45. Read her historic journey.
Venus Williams, the seven-time Grand Slam champion, will become the oldest woman ever to compete at the Australian Open after receiving a wildcard. Read about her historic return and career journey.