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17-year-old Indian tennis player Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi has ended a 14-year wait for an Indian woman to reach a WTA Tour-level singles quarterfinal. Her breakthrough at the Chennai Open, where she defeated Weronika Falkowska, places her in an exclusive club alongside Sania Mirza and Shikha Uberoi. Maaya discusses her performance, goals, and learning from setbacks, emphasizing focus on matches over rankings.

Newly crowned Formula One world champion Kimi Antonelli, the youngest driver to win the title, paid tribute to his childhood hero Ayrton Senna, highlighting the late Brazilian's talent, work ethic, and dedication as continuing influences on his approach to the sport.

FC Andorra goalkeeper Jesus Owono is enduring the 'most difficult days of his life' following the death of Tenerife forward Jesus De Miguel, who died after a collision during a match.

Italian side Como secured a historic 9-1 away victory against Lens in the Champions League on Wednesday, equalling the biggest winning margin in the competition's history. This dominant performance, featuring a hat-trick from Anastasios Douvikas, saw them climb to fourth in the standings and marked them as only the second team to score nine goals in a Champions League match.

Real Madrid secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over AEK Athens with a stoppage-time goal from Federico Valverde, maintaining their perfect Champions League start. Meanwhile, Liverpool suffered a 3-2 defeat at Fenerbahce, surrendering their lead twice and ending their winning run in the competition.

Real Madrid secured a dramatic 3-2 victory over AEK Athens with a stoppage-time goal from Federico Valverde, maintaining their perfect Champions League start. Meanwhile, Liverpool suffered a 3-2 defeat at Fenerbahce, surrendering their lead twice and ending their winning run in the competition.

Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathi, a 17-year-old Indian tennis player, has become the first Indian woman since Sania Mirza in 2012 to reach a WTA Tour-level singles quarterfinal. She achieved this milestone at the Chennai Open by defeating Polish qualifier Weronika Falkowska in straight sets. This victory marks a significant moment for Indian women's tennis and highlights Maaya's rapid rise in the professional circuit.

East Bengal suffered a 1-4 defeat against South Korea's Hwacheon KSPO in their second AFC Women's Champions League group match in Kolkata. Despite an early lead through Fazila Ikwaput, Hwacheon dominated the second half, scoring three goals to secure the win. This loss puts East Bengal in a precarious position ahead of their final group match against DPR Korea's 4.25 SC.

Lorenzo Musetti stunned newly crowned world number one Alexander Zverev 7-6(5), 6-2 at the Paris Masters, spoiling the German's first match following his rise to the rankings summit.

Indian shuttler Tanvi Patri has made history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach the badminton semifinals at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The 15-year-old defeated Thailand's Kungkaew Kakanik and will now face Japan's Yuzuno Watanabe in the last four.

Churchill Brothers, after two consecutive defeats, will host the unbeaten NorthEast United FC in an Indian Super League match on Thursday. While Churchill's coach Dimitris Dimitriou seeks a more disciplined performance, NorthEast's coach Juan Benali anticipates a challenging game against an aggressive opponent.

League leaders Mohun Bagan Super Giant will face Odisha FC in an Indian Super League match on Thursday, aiming to extend their winning run and consolidate their top position. Mohun Bagan seeks its fourth successive victory, while Odisha FC, yet to win this season, looks to turn its campaign around.

Real Madrid have nominated 22-time Grand Slam champion Rafael Nadal as a director, with the tennis legend accepting the invitation as speculation over future presidential succession continues.

Duncan Cruttenden of the United Kingdom and Annie Williams of the United States clinched the men's and women's titles respectively at the 35th Himalayan 100 Mile Stage Race in Darjeeling. India's Ramanjit Oberoi and Mexico's Nahila Hernandez won the 100K Stage Race. The event, supported by the Ministry of Tourism, promoted adventure sports and sustainable tourism with participants from several countries.

India has announced a 95-member athletics contingent for the inaugural BIMSTEC U23 Athletics Meet in Bhubaneswar from November 25 to 27. The team will be led by promising sprinter Neil Samraj, a double gold medallist and national record holder. Sprinter Abinaya Rajarajan is a key name in the women's section. Over 400 athletes from seven nations are expected to participate.

Indian shooters experienced a challenging day at the ISSF World Championships in Doha, failing to secure medals in the 10m air rifle mixed team and 25m rapid fire pistol events. A disqualification due to an apparel violation further marred their performance, and the team is yet to win an individual medal in an Olympic discipline or secure a quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Indian rifle shooter Shambhavi Kshirsagar was disqualified from the 10m air rifle mixed team event at the ISSF World Championships due to an equipment regulation violation concerning apparel stiffness. This marks her second such disqualification in five months and highlights a recurring issue for Indian shooters, prompting concerns and calls for accountability from coaches and officials.

The All India Tennis Association (AITA) has announced an expanded calendar of 21 international junior tennis tournaments across India in 2027. This initiative aims to provide Indian junior players with more opportunities to earn world ranking points and gain international exposure without extensive overseas travel, aligning with AITA's ACE 2032 vision.

India's second-string football team is set to kick off its SAFF Championship campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on Thursday in Dhaka. The main Indian squad is unavailable due to international friendlies and ISL club reluctance to release players outside the FIFA window. U-23 coach Naushad Moosa leads the team, which will gradually reach full strength after November 9.

Indian shuttlers Anmol Kharb and Tanvi Sharma have made a strong start at the Korea Open Super 500 badminton tournament, both advancing to the women's singles second round on Wednesday. While Kharb defeated Rachel Chan, Sharma overcame Manami Suizu. However, HS Prannoy and the mixed doubles pair of Dhruv and Maneesha faced early exits.

Twenty-year-old Indian compound archer Ganesh Mani Ratnam Thirumuru expresses strong confidence in India's ability to secure an Olympic medal at Los Angeles 2028. Following his success at the Asian Games, he believes recent landmark performances, including securing a mixed team compound quota and recurve team victories over South Korea, have positioned India to challenge traditional powerhouses and achieve Olympic glory. He highlights the importance of consistency and institutional support in th

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu discusses the critical role of recovery in an athlete's performance, advocating for monitoring parameters like sleep and heart rate variability. She also highlights the importance of interactions with athletes from different sports, citing how conversations with Virat Kohli and Neeraj Chopra have provided her with inspiration and helped her navigate challenging phases in her career.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to meet and interact with India's medal-winners from the recent Asian Para Games on Thursday at the Indira Gandhi Sports Complex. India achieved its best-ever performance at the Games, securing 114 medals.

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has secured her spot in the season-ending BWF World Tour Finals in December, demonstrating her continued prowess at the highest level. The two-time Olympic medallist recently clinched the Hylo Open and Japan Open titles, alongside a runner-up finish at the French Open, significantly boosting her world ranking. Sindhu firmly believes that age is not a limiting factor, asserting that '31 is the new 21,' and attributes her sustained success to diligent body care, str

PV Sindhu, two-time Olympic medallist and BWF Athletes' Commission chair, has voiced player concerns regarding the Badminton World Federation's 25-second shot clock rule. The innovation, currently being trialled, has led to issues like yellow and red cards, sparking debate among players about its fairness, especially after a controversial incident at the French Open. Sindhu expects the system to undergo a review soon.

American tennis player Robin Montgomery, a former junior world champion, discusses how a serious wrist injury forced her to look beyond her identity as an athlete. The 22-year-old found new hobbies and perspectives during her time off, realising that while tennis is a big part of her life, it doesn't define her entirely. She also reflects on her transition from junior success to professional challenges, her family's influence, and how doubles play has boosted her singles confidence.

FC Andorra Goalkeeper Jess Owono Facing Involuntary Manslaughter Investigation Following Death of Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel on Tuesday.

World number one Elena Rybakina and American Coco Gauff have been drawn in Group One for the WTA Finals, while second-ranked Aryna Sabalenka will face third-ranked Mirra Andreeva in Group Two at the season-ending championship.

Bayern Munich and Paris St Germain secured significant victories in the Champions League on Tuesday, while Manchester United staged a dramatic comeback against AS Roma. Barcelona and Inter Milan also recorded convincing wins, with matches across Europe observing a moment of silence for Jesus de Miguel.

Eight people have been arrested in Rajkot, Gujarat, for allegedly setting fire to a hay shed and damaging a house. The incident occurred after a woman reportedly eloped, leading to a confrontation where the woman's father and others allegedly trespassed and caused property damage estimated at Rs 25,000.

Police in Kochi have arrested a former student, Sidharth Sunil, in connection with the disruption of an event at Maharajas College last week where Kerala Higher Education Minister Roji M John was speaking. Another former student has also been taken into custody. The disruption was reportedly by SFI activists protesting the suspension of students from another university.

East Bengal suffered a 0-2 defeat against Oman's Al Seeb Club in their fourth AFC Champions League 2 group match in Kolkata. Two late goals in the 85th minute and stoppage time sealed their fate, pushing them to the bottom of Group D and significantly impacting their knockout stage aspirations.

Rajkumari Lanchenbi Chanu has made history by becoming the first Indian to win a wushu medal at the Youth Olympic Games, securing a bronze in the women's Changquan combined event. This adds to India's medal tally at the ongoing games, which also includes a silver in judo and a bronze in swimming.

Novak Djokovic revealed he is nearing a solution to the health problems that have affected his season, expressing optimism for a strong finish at the Paris Masters and securing a spot in the ATP Finals. He noted a shift in focus from playing well to feeling well on court, attributing recent struggles to health rather than preparation. Despite early exits in some majors, Djokovic aims to regain form for the season's concluding tournaments.

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has called for continued institutional support for Indian badminton players, highlighting the significant financial challenges faced by younger shuttlers without sponsors. She pointed out the vast disparity in prize money between tennis and badminton, despite similar high expenses for international competitions. Sindhu's comments come after she and Lakshya Sen had to self-fund their recent European tour, prompting a discussion on investment in India's sportin

After five days of search to find eight trekkers missing on the Kedartal route in Uttarakhand, rescuers Tuesday recovered bodies of two persons buried in avalanche, officials said.

Vaishnavi Adkar, a 21-year-old Indian tennis player, secured her maiden WTA Tour-level victory at the Chennai Open on Tuesday. She overcame a 3-5 deficit in the deciding set against Britain's Jodie Burrage, winning 3-6, 6-3, 7-5, showcasing remarkable grit and endurance in humid conditions.

A 38-year-old man, arrested for allegedly strangling his wife, committed suicide inside a police station in Maharashtra's Nanded district. Sushil Mahajan Haibate was found hanged in the lock-up hours after his arrest and confession. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has taken over the probe into his death.

Indian badminton players Sonali Singh and Ritika Thaker withdrew from the Korea Open Super 500 women's doubles event on Tuesday, while Achutaditya Rao Doddavarapu and Arjun Reddy Pochana lost in men's doubles qualification. HS Prannoy, Tanvi Sharma, Anmol Kharb, Dhruv Rawat, and K Maneesha are set to compete in other categories.

The Supreme Court has adjourned the hearing on journalist Tarun Tejpal's plea challenging the Bombay High Court's judgment in a 2013 rape case to November 5. The Goa government sought an adjournment, while Tejpal's counsel requested his release for Diwali, which was opposed.

Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched the Extramural Research Grant Policy of the National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) at the WAADS meeting in New Delhi. This policy aims to promote advanced research in doping detection and prevention, reinforcing India's commitment to clean sports ahead of major international events like the 2030 Commonwealth Games and 2036 Olympics.

Ace Indian javelin thrower Annu Rani has successfully undergone knee surgery in Doha, Qatar, after struggling with a persistent injury for almost a year. She has expressed strong determination to make a comeback and represent India again, despite missing the recent Asian Games.

Jammu and Kashmir Deputy Chief Minister Surinder Choudhary on Tuesday dismissed concerns about the stability of the Omar Abdullah-led National Conference government. His comments came after MP Aga Syed Ruhullah Mehdi resigned from the party, citing abandonment of key election promises, and amid reports of internal differences following a recent Cabinet expansion. Choudhary asserted the government's strength and criticised the BJP.

Suneha Pandit, sister-in-law of wanted gang leader Anil Pandit, has been remanded to police custody until November 16 in connection with the firing incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. Police allege her bank account was used to distribute funds from an overseas cryptocurrency wallet, operated by her husband, to co-accused in the case.

The Pro Kabaddi League faces a year-long break after its broadcast deal negotiations hit a roadblock. A reported 50% cut in the media rights offer has left Season 13 delayed until 2027.

16-year-old Dhinidhi Desinghu secured India's first-ever swimming medal at the Youth Olympics in Dakar, winning bronze in the women's 100m freestyle. Despite her personal disappointment at not achieving her time goal or winning gold, she acknowledges the immense pride in her historic achievement for Indian swimming, a sport with low visibility, especially for women. She also discusses the greater pressure she felt at the Youth Olympics compared to her Paris Olympics experience.

Indian golfer Gaganjeet Bhullar carded a three-under 69 to share the first-round lead at the Green Fuels Maritime Invitational in Vizag on Tuesday. He is joined by Deepak Yadav, Ravi Kumar, and Kanav Chauhan. Bhullar, an 11-time Asian Tour winner, aims for another back-to-back title. Other notable performances include Yashas Chandra in fifth and Nayanika Sanga as the leading woman.

Olympic medallists PV Sindhu and Mirabai Chanu, along with eight other prominent sportspersons, have been elected unopposed to the Indian Olympic Association's (IOA) Athletes' Commission. The election was not required as only 10 candidates remained for the 10 available seats after some withdrawals. These members will serve a four-year term from 2026-2030 and will have representation in the IOA Executive Council and General Body.

Goa is actively expanding its tourism appeal beyond traditional beaches by strategically positioning itself as a premier international destination for sporting events. This initiative aims to attract athletes and sports enthusiasts globally, diversify tourism offerings, and ensure year-round visitor engagement, fostering economic opportunities for local communities.

India all-rounder Prema Rawat has set a new world record for the fastest half-century in women's T20 cricket, achieving the milestone in just 14 balls during a Senior Women's T20 Trophy match in Pune.