Indian chess grandmaster Humpy Koneru has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming 2026 Women's Candidates Tournament, scheduled to be held in Cyprus. Koneru cited concerns over her personal safety amidst escalating regional tensions as the primary reason for her decision. In accordance with
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz experienced a surprising exit from the Miami Open on Sunday, as he was defeated by American Sebastian Korda in a thrilling third-round encounter. Korda secured the upset victory with a scoreline of 6-3, 5-7, 6-4, marking the most significant win of his professional ca
A significant upset has rocked the Miami Open as the highly-touted Carlos Alcaraz was unexpectedly eliminated from the tournament. He faced a surprising defeat at the hands of Sebastian Korda, sending one of the event's top contenders home earlier than anticipated. Korda's remarkable performanc
Five years ago, developer ArtPlay and publisher 505 Games first announced that a sequel to Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, a spiritual successor to the beloved Castlevania series, was in development. The game was officially unveiled as Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement during the summer g
Introduction Titleist continues to be the most favored driver on the PGA Tour, with approximately 40% of PGA Tour professionals choosing their clubs. Just last week, Players Champion Cameron Young executed an impressive drive down the 18th fairway at TPC Sawgrass using his Titleist GT
Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals etched his name further into hockey history on Sunday afternoon, becoming only the second NHL skater ever to tally 1,000 combined goals across both regular season and postseason play. This significant milestone was reached during the Capitals' 3-2 overti
The launch of Crimson Desert has been tumultuous, to say the least. The game has garnered both praise and criticism, yet has achieved exceptional sales figures. However, amidst reports of technical issues and questions regarding the game's quality beyond its technical aspects, the development t
Trades that genuinely stun an entire sports league are few and far between. Yet, one such monumental deal unfolded on June 29, 1990, when the Montreal Canadiens decided to send their iconic defenseman, Chris Chelios, and a second-round draft selection to the Chicago Blackhawks. What they recei
For fans of the Detroit Red Wings, patience has truly become a paramount virtue, a sentiment particularly amplified in recent times. The month of March 2024, in particular, proved to be an arduous period for Hockeytown, as the team navigated a challenging stretch characterized by consi
As the 2025-26 NHL regular season enters its final month, the Edmonton Oilers are navigating a fiercely contested playoff race. With less than four weeks remaining, the team finds itself in an absolutely wide-open battle for a postseason berth. Currently holding 77 points, every game in this cr
Jörg Schmadtke's second tenure at Hannover 96 has concluded abruptly. The club officially confirmed his departure after a remarkably brief period of just 81 days in his role.
In this insightful interview, Woman International Master (WIM) Anzel Laubscher delves into her multifaceted career spanning chess education, law, and international development. She recounts her progression from early chess tournaments in South Africa to her significant contributions with the FI