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Venus admitted that her Slovakian opponent played exceedingly well and that she had to work really hard to emerge out victorious. (Photo:AP)

US Open 2017: Venus Williams beats Viktoria Kuzmova to move into 2nd...

The two-time US Open winner struggled in the second before she rebounded strongly to register a 6-3, 3-6, 6-2 victory.

29 Aug 2017 11:05 AM IST

His recent achievements include making the top 10 at the 2017 Commonwealth Chess and also at the U-13 Nationals.

Srithan wins silver at Abu Dhabi International chess tournament

Srithan made the right moves and won against a higher rated player to shine in the blitz category too.

29 Aug 2017 1:12 AM IST

Women sportspersons under the microscope

Women sportspersons under the microscope

We get celebrities to give their take on a current issue each week and lend their perspective to a much-discussed topic.

29 Aug 2017 12:57 AM IST

Jyoti Surekha Vennam from Vijayawada is all set to receive the Arjuna Award in Delhi on Tuesday.

Hitting the bullseye

Jyoti Surekha Vennam from Vijayawada is all set to receive the Arjuna Award in Delhi on Tuesday.

28 Aug 2017 12:20 AM IST

Justin Vijay Jesudas.

Creating awareness through marathon

Paralympic swimmer Justin Vijay Jesudas speaks about the upcoming Kotak Wheelchair Marathon 2017.

28 Aug 2017 12:15 AM IST

While Conor McGregor (0-1) had the T-Mobile Arena crowd behind his improbable quest, Floyd Mayweather (50-0) survived a rough beginning and gradually took control. (Photo: AP)

50-0! Floyd Mayweather beats Conor McGregor by TKO

The most unusual megafight in years went longer and was more competitive than many expected.

27 Aug 2017 9:40 AM IST

Conor McGregor, 29, will carry a substantial weight advantage into the 12-round boxing contest at the T-Mobile Arena after a raucous weigh-in that saw him face-off with Floyd Mayweather for the final time before fight-night. (Photo: AP)

Timings, venue, where and when you can watch Floyd Mayweather vs Conor...

Former welterweight champion Mayweather, 40, who has emerged from a two-year retirement to take on MMA star McGregor.

27 Aug 2017 9:02 AM IST

Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor prepared for their money-spinning showdown as Las Vegas crackled with anticipation for what is poised to become the richest fight in history. (Photo: AP)

Ultimate Fighting Championship: Moment of truth in Floyd Mayweather vs...

The 12-round showdown between 2 of the biggest names in their respective disciplines has captured imagination of combat...

27 Aug 2017 8:43 AM IST

McGregor faces his first ever professional boxing contest against Mayweather, the undefeated former welterweight king who has come out of a two-year retirement to take on the Irish mixed martial arts star. (Photo: AP)

Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor to clash today

Mixed martial arts star Conor McGregor will carry a sizeable weight advantage into his superfight with Floyd Mayweather.

27 Aug 2017 4:01 AM IST

Puneri Paltan held their nerves to beat U Mumba for the second time in Vivo Pro Kabaddi season 5. (Photo: Vivo Pro Kabaddi)

Pro Kabaddi: Patna Pirates down Tamil Thalaivas, Puneri Paltan stun U...

Victories for the Patna Pirates and Puneri Paltan pushed them up to the second place in their respective zones.

27 Aug 2017 1:26 AM IST

Kiran, Phanibhushan and Akshay

A race to the top of the game

Three-city based youngsters have emerged winners in this champion sportive series which took our ooru by storm. We...

27 Aug 2017 12:00 AM IST

Lewis Hamilton celebrates after grabbing pole posittion. (Photo: AP)

Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton grabs pole at Belgian GP, equals Michael...

Lewis Hamilton will race in his 200th Grand Prix on Sunday.

26 Aug 2017 8:54 PM IST