Author: Trisha Ghosal

Novak Djokovic has once again etched his name into the annals of tennis history, this time achieving a monumental milestone at Roland Garros: his 100th victory on the Parisian clay. His 6-2, 6-3, 6-2 thumping of Cam Norrie in the fourth round on Monday isn’t just another win in a long and storied career; it’s a testament to his enduring brilliance, relentless consistency and unparalleled longevity at the highest level of the sport. To put this achievement into perspective, only one other male player in the Open Era holds the distinction of 100 wins at Roland-Garros: the undisputed “King of…

The action at Roland-Garros 2025 continued to deliver thrilling encounters as several players booked their spots in the quarter-finals. Swiatek Survives Rybakina Thriller in Parisian Epic In a Roland-Garros spectacle that will be etched in history, four-time champion and World No. 5 Iga Swiatek showcased her champion’s mindset, coming back from a set down to defeat the formidable Elena Rybakina (12) in a pulsating 1-6, 6-3, 7-5 encounter. This remarkable victory not only propels Swiatek into the quarter-finals but also ties her with Monica Seles for second on the all-time list for consecutive wins at Roland-Garros with 25. Rybakina’s Early…

The first week of Roland Garros 2025 has drawn to a close, setting the stage for an electrifying second week as the highly anticipated Round 4 matches begin on Sunday. Day 7 delivered on its promise of thrilling tennis, but the undeniable highlight is the historic achievement in the women’s draw: a “full house” of the top eight seeds making it into the last 16. This remarkable feat hasn’t been seen at Roland Garros since 2003, and at any Grand Slam since 2005, underscoring the dominance and resilience of the WTA’s elite. Madison Keys’ hard-fought victory in the final match…

On a warm, buzzing Friday at Roland-Garros, the second week’s contours began to take shape with a series of commanding wins, coming-of-age performances, and heart-stopping thrillers that reminded us why Paris in late May is tennis’ greatest stage. Mboko’s Dream Run Ends, But a Star Is Born Canadian teenage qualifier Victoria Mboko had enchanted the Parisian crowd with her fearless tennis and unblemished record, but her Roland-Garros fairytale was halted by No. 8 seed Zheng Qinwen, who dispatched the 18-year-old 6-3, 6-4. Mboko, ranked world No. 120, had cruised through qualifying and stunned world No. 45 Lulu Sun earlier this…

In a historic move for Indian tennis, the Karnataka State Lawn Tennis Association (KSLTA) has officially bid to host the Billie Jean King Cup Playoffs in Bengaluru. If successful, it would mark the first time ever that the prestigious Playoffs are held on Indian soil. India recently qualified for the Playoffs for just the second time in its history, following a spirited performance in the Asia/Oceania Group I ties held in Pune. The Playoffs, scheduled for the week commencing 10 November 2025, will feature 21 nations split into seven groups of three teams each. In a unique format, every group…

Nine years. That’s how long it took for Royal Challengers Bengaluru to reach yet another IPL final. They had made the playoffs consistently but would lose in the Eliminator and fall short. In fact, the one time they won the Eliminator, they lost in Qualifier 2. But finally, they have broken the cycle. A team that dreams together, plays together, and performs together The difference between any past RCB side and this year’s, unlike what the naysayers keep suggesting, is not just Josh Hazlewood or Virat Kohli or any one player. It has been a team effort. Every single player,…

Day 5 at Roland Garros delivered a rollercoaster of emotions — soaring highs, crushing lows, heartfelt farewells and the rise of new hopes. Here’s a closer look at all the drama and delight from an unforgettable day in Paris. A thriller unfolds on Court Suzanne-Lenglen Fils defeats Munar 7-6, 7-6, 2-6, 0-6, 6-4. The French No.1 battled through an injury that visibly hampered him in the third and fourth sets, somehow finding a way to edge past a shell-shocked Jaume Munar in the fifth. A marathon service game at 4-4 in the decider proved crucial, and Fils then broke serve…

Jitesh Sharma. Remember the name. This IPL season, he hasn’t just walked into the Royal Challengers Bangalore squad; he’s swaggered in, leaving an indelible mark on their journey to the top two. While the limelight often finds the big names, Jitesh has been the quiet force, the architect of momentum, and now, the stand-in captain delivering under immense pressure. His recent maiden IPL fifty, a match-winning masterclass that propelled RCB to the all-important Qualifier 1, was merely the tip of the iceberg. Even before that sensational knock, Jitesh was subtly, yet significantly, altering the course of matches. His contributions, though…

Day 3 at Roland-Garros served up a mix of dominant performances, heartbreaking retirements, and a major upset as the first round of singles concluded and doubles action kicked off. Azarenka’s Masterclass, Dimitrov’s Recurring Nightmare, and Norrie’s Breakthrough In a truly remarkable display of efficiency, Victoria Azarenka rolled back the years to deliver a stunning 6-0, 6-0 victory over Yanina Wickmayer in her 18th Roland-Garros campaign. This marks Azarenka’s second career double bagel at the French Open, with an incredible 16 years and 363 days separating it from her first in 2008. Her five career Grand Slam match wins with this…

Tonight, for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), it’s not just another game; it’s a reckoning. Their clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) isn’t merely about two points—it’s about seizing control of their destiny. With Josh Hazlewood’s crucial return, the pieces are falling into place for a franchise desperate to rewrite its playoff narrative. A Stellar Season, A Persistent Playoff Problem RCB’s IPL 2025 campaign has been a revelation: eight wins from 13 games, including a phenomenal six away victories. They’ve already secured a playoff berth, a testament to their dominance. But for a team with the most passionate fanbase, qualification is…