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'Today is a fairytale': Sports world congratulates Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on engagement

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement on Tuesday, prompting widespread congratulations from the sports community. The Kansas City Chiefs and the NFL celebrated the couple, with players and organisations sharing their excitement. Many fans and sports figures expressed their joy and well-wishes for the newly engaged couple, highlighting their impact on both sports and pop culture.

Jannik Sinner drops just 4 games in first-round US Open win

Jannik Sinner looked fully recovered from a recent illness as he started his US Open title defense Tuesday with a 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 victory over Vit Kopriva.

USMNT's Pochettino on Pulisic spat: 'Nothing to talk about'

USMNT team head coach Mauricio Pochettino said he hasn't spoken to Christian Pulisic since the player opted out of playing in this summer's Gold Cup.

Celtic boss Rodgers admits frustration after UCL failure

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers struggled to mask his frustration over the club's Champions League playoff preparations after their playoff defeat.

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce announce engagement

He knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's love story has reached new heights.

Playing on rank-turners for WTC points at home backfired on India: Cheteshwar Pujara

Cheteshwar Pujara has cautioned against preparing rank turners, saying they have hurt both India's batting and the quality of Test cricket. He urged India to focus on sporting pitches that produce balanced contests lasting into the fourth and fifth days.

Afghanistan's tape-ball cricket dreams: Blossoming in alleys, yearning for respect

In an exclusive interview with India Today, Afghanistan Tapeball Cricket president Sheer Rahman Khater explained how tape-ball cricket has been the grassroots heartbeat of South Asian cricket, shaping legends from Pakistan and powering Afghanistan's rise with fearless batters and fiery pacers.

US Open: Venus Williams to compete in women's doubles with 2021 finalist

Venus Williams will be playing women's doubles with Leylah Fernandez after receiving a wild-card entry from the US Tennis Association. The development comes a day after her singles match, where she put up a valiant fight against Karolina Muchova.

Taylor Swift Engaged | 'Hopefully this one will stick forever': Swiftie Iga Swiatek reacts to engagement

Iga Swiatek's US Open victory was overshadowed by news of Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce. The tennis star, a devoted Swiftie, expressed her excitement for Swift, highlighting her long-standing admiration for the singer. Swiatek credited Swift's music with aiding her English learning and personal growth, even attending her 'Eras Tour' and receiving a handwritten note.

FIFA-AFC puts India on notice; AIFF must adopt constitution by Oct 30 or face suspension

The AIFF faces a potential suspension from FIFA and AFC if it fails to ratify its constitution by October 30. A joint letter from the governing bodies expresses concern over the continued delays and legal uncertainties surrounding the constitution's finalisation. FIFA and AFC demand a definitive order from the Supreme Court approving the revised constitution to avoid sanctions.

Does Frances Tiafoe have momentum on his side at the US Open?

Tiafoe is playing at his favorite tournament -- in front of crowds that adore him. This might be the year he gets past the US Open semifinals.

FIDE World Cup 2025 in India: PM Narendra Modi says 'Chess is gaining popularity among our youth'

Goa is set to host the FIDE World Cup from October 30 to November 27, offering three Candidates Tournament spots and a $2 million prize pool. The event features chess giants like D Gukesh, Magnus Carlsen, and R Praggnanandhaa. India boasts a strong contingent of 21 players, including Viswanathan Anand, as the World Cup returns to India after 23 years.

US Open: Healthy again, Jannik Sinner breezes into 2nd round, equals Italian record

Jannik Sinner began his US Open title defence with a dominant straight-sets win over Vit Kopriva on August 26. The Italian World No. 1 extended his winning run in hard-court Grand Slams to 22 matches.

No. 2 Iga Swiatek cruises in 1st-round match at 2025 US Open

Iga Swiatek had an easy start to her quest to win the US Open and Wimbledon in the same year, needing just an hour to beat Emiliana Arango 6-1, 6-2 on Tuesday.

Miami hopeful Lionel Messi fit for Leagues Cup semifinal - coach

Inter Miami assistant coach Javier Morales said the team will continue to monitor Lionel Messi and Jordi Alba before deciding on the availability of each player for the Leagues Cup semifinal match against Orlando City on Wednesday night.

Cadillac's Sergio Pérez on Red Bull exit: 'Nothing to prove'

After being named as one of Cadillac's two drivers for 2026, Sergio Pérez said he "couldn't afford" to let his F1 career end with his Red Bull sacking.

Vázquez joins Bayer Leverkusen after 10-year Real Madrid stint

Bayer Leverkusen have announced the signing of the five-time Champions League winner Lucas Vazquez on a two-year contract.

Man United, Betis work on Antony deal before deadline - sources

Real Betis and Manchester United are hopeful of reaching an agreement for Brazilian winger Antony before Monday's transfer deadline, sources have told ESPN.

Pulwama hosts its first-ever day-night cricket match, draws thousands of spectators

The Royal Premier League kicked off in Pulwama as Royal Goodwill defeated Sultan Springs Baramulla in a thrilling opener, with thousands of fans celebrating the start of Kashmir's biggest local cricketing platform.

Vijay Shankar set for Tripura switch

The all-rounder confirms obtaining NOC from TNCA and awaits approval from Tripura