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Imagine the joy if Praggnanandhaa wins when Chandrayaan lands on moon: Viswanathan Anand

NEW DELHI: Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa's sensational run to the final of the Chess World Cup has drawn praise from several quarters, including legends like Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov. Anand, who had won the first two World Cups in 2000 and 2002, was effusive in his praise for Praggnanandhaa and the…

The Times of India · Aug 23, 2023

Chess World Cup: Praggnanandhaa will win if he triumphs against Magnus Carlsen today

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen and No. 23 R Praggnanandhaa tested each other's ambition - largely by observing the body language rather than aggressive moves - before settling for a draw in the first classical game of their two-game match on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Aug 23, 2023

Albanese has committed $200 million for women's sport – but spending money on infrastructure won't change systemic issues

In the wake of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, the federal government has announced A$200 million for women’s sport.

The Conversation · Aug 23, 2023

Record label releases own Mary Earps shirt after ‘disgusting’ Nike decision

Jack Clothier, the 41-year-old founder of Alcopop Records, said Nike ‘have missed a massive PR open goal’.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023

Owen Farrell to miss start of Rugby World Cup after 10-hour appeal reinstates red card

England captain banned for opening two games after World Rugby appeal

Evening Standard · Aug 22, 2023

Owen Farrell to miss key World Cup fixtures after being hit with suspension

Farrell’s four-match suspension will see him miss the pool matches against Argentina and Japan.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023

Owen Farrell to miss two World Cup matches after appeal results in ban

Farrell will be suspended for England’s games against Argentina and Japan

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023

Anger in Spain after soccer chief kisses a player at Women's World Cup ceremony

A furor erupted after Luis Rubiales kissed player Jennifer Hermoso at a ceremony. "It was an unacceptable gesture and Mr. Rubiales' apologies are not enough," the acting prime minister said.

WEKU · Aug 22, 2023

Women’s World Cup: our writers hand out their awards from the tournament

From the key matches and biggest moments to the future of the game, the best bits of the 2023 Women’s World Cup

The Guardian - UK · Aug 22, 2023

Liverpool’s Alexis Mac Allister sees his red card against Bournemouth overturned

The World Cup-winner was sent off in the 58th minute of the Reds’ 3-1 victory over Bournemouth.

The Independent UK · Aug 22, 2023