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Why Denmark will sport ‘muted’, black jerseys at 2022 FIFA World Cup in QatarSubscriber Only
October 8, 2022 10:46 IST
The Danish Football Association (DBU) wants to minimise activity in Qatar as part of protests against the country's human rights record – in sharp focus with the mega sporting event due to begin in late November.
How Magnus Carlsen would need to cheat just once in a game of chess to be invincibleSubscriber Only
October 8, 2022 19:33 IST
While revealing Hans Niemann cheated much more than he publicly admitted, a new report by chess.com explains the methods of modern-day chess cheating.
Report details ‘systemic’ abuse, sexual misconduct in US women’s soccer: 6 takeawaysSubscriber Only
October 4, 2022 11:17 IST
The report focuses on three coaches — Christy Holly, Paul Riley and Rory Dames — highlighting a history of sexual misconduct allegations against them and executives' failure to investigate and act on the accusations. It also warned that girls face abuse in youth soccer.
What led to the football tragedy in Indonesia, killing 174 peopleSubscriber Only
October 3, 2022 12:30 IST
What happened at the stadium in Malang, East Java, which led to such a high number of casualties? What have been some other stadium tragedies, in India and the world?
Why do fast bowlers suffer frequent stress fractures these days?Subscriber Only
October 1, 2022 07:26 IST
India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah remains doubtful for the T20 World Cup in Australia next month due to a back injury. What are the reasons for stress fracture and does Bumrah's action make him more susceptible to it? We explain
Is it easy to cheat at chess? Apparently yes. Here’s howSubscriber Only
September 28, 2022 13:08 IST
Did Hans Neimann cheat against Magnus Carlsen? It's one of several questions that chess is facing these days.
Mankading: The manner in which Deepti Sharma ran out the last English batter, giving India victory in Jhulan’s final gameSubscriber Only
September 26, 2022 19:03 IST
The term 'Mankading' comes from the name of the legendary former Indian cricketer Vinoo Mankad.
Why is the breakaway LIV Series not considered for world golf rankings?Subscriber Only
September 25, 2022 07:59 IST
What are the LIV golf players contending, why has LIV Golf not been included in the Official World Golf Rankings, and why are these players arguing for their inclusion? We explain.
5 things we’ll miss about Roger FedererSubscriber Only
September 17, 2022 12:54 IST
Roger Federer retires: The Swiss legend, one of the greatest tennis players to have ever lived, leaves the arena with a list of records, some still out of reach of others. Here are five things we'll miss about him.
The remarkable career of Roger Federer: a short history of all-time greatnessSubscriber Only
September 17, 2022 15:50 IST
Roger Federer is an icon in sports. The best there is, possibly the best there was and, some might say, the best there ever will be.
Chess cheating drama: what are the different ways to cheat in chess?Subscriber Only
September 8, 2022 21:51 IST
Shoes, cheat codes, dark sunglasses with micro-camera, visible assistance - various nefarious methods have been deployed in the past
Asia Cup: Why did Babar Azam cry out ‘paanch fielders aa gaya bhai’, and why were India yet again only allowed four fielders outside the circle in the final over?Subscriber Only
September 5, 2022 09:21 IST
Asia Cup, India vs Pakistan: With just 7 needed, and only four to man the boundaries, Arshdeep Singh had to carefully place his field. Rohit Sharma and KL Rahul converged with the bowler, and had a long discussion. Inside Pakistan’s dressing room, tension seeps in.
Asia Cup Super 4: Why India and Pakistan will keep an eye on the over rateSubscriber Only
September 3, 2022 14:14 IST
Asia Cup 2022, India vs Pakistan Super 4 match: During their Group A opener, both India and Pakistan were penalised for not finishing their quota of 20 overs in the stipulated time frame, owing to a newly introduced clause for T20Is. What is the rule?
5 magical moments in the career of Serena Williams
September 4, 2022 14:55 IST
Serena Williams' career has been so astonishing that it could fuel umpteen movies. Here are a few of the most magical moments.
The origin of the Naagin dance, and how it became a symbol of Sri Lanka-Bangladesh rivalrySubscriber Only
September 5, 2022 08:49 IST
Chamika Karunaratne’s Naagin dance after Sri Lanka beat Bangladesh in the Asia Cup has gone viral. What’s its origin?
The case against buying Casemiro: Why the midfielder isn’t an answer to Man United’s troublesSubscriber Only
August 24, 2022 16:11 IST
Casemiro, a 30-year-old Brazilian international and a five-time UEFA Champions League winner has made the switch to Old Trafford. But does the transfer play out the way it’s meant to?
Explained: Why FIFA has banned India, what happens to Indian football nowSubscriber Only
August 24, 2022 16:13 IST
FIFA ban India: The FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022, scheduled in India in October and the tickets for which had gone on sale, is under threat — as are most other aspects of Indian football.
Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem goes past 90m before Neeraj Chopra: Why the javelin flies the way it doesSubscriber Only
August 24, 2022 16:13 IST
With healthy rivalry between Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem and India’s Neeraj Chopra set to grow in future competitions, a look at the physics that makes a javelin fly past the 90m 'gold standard' distance.
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