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Djokovic untroubled at French Open as fans hit by alcohol ban
Novak Djokovic reached the French Open last 32 for the 19th successive year on Thursday as Roland Garros organisers banned alcohol from the stands in an effort to counter growing complaints from players over disrespectful, rowdy fans.
Bangabandhu Cup International Kabaddi / Bangladesh secure semifinal slot
Defending champions Bangladesh stormed into the semifinals of Bangabandhu Cup International Kabaddi, beating Poland 79-28 in the second match of the day at the Shaheed Suhrawardy Indoor Stadium in Mirpur on Thursday.
Nobel winner Yunus brings 'social business' mantra to Olympics
His role in Paris as an advisor and ambassador for socially responsible business is a departure from his usual work -- and is all the more surprising given the reputation of the Olympics for embracing mega-projects and corporate sponsors.
Nat’l hockey players to train in Europe for five months
A bunch of national players will get the opportunity to play in different European hockey leagues as Bangladesh Hockey Federation (BHF) is all set to appoint German coach Peter Gerhard Rach as the technical director of the local game’s governing body from June 1.
Swiatek saves match point to beat Osaka in French Open epic
Swiatek wrapped up victory after nearly three hours.
Alcaraz survives scare at French Open
Wimbledon champion Alcaraz, who made the semi-finals at Roland Garros last year, scrambled to a 6-3, 6-4, 2-6, 6-2 second round victory over a player taking part in only his second Grand Slam main draw.
Bangladesh make it three in three in Bangabandhu Kabaddi
The Men in Red and Green have two matches left in the group stage against Poland and Nepal on Thursday and Friday, respectively.
'Won't get too excited', says Djokovic after winning French Open start
Djokovic, chasing a fourth title at Roland Garros and record 25th Grand Slam triumph, came through against 142nd-ranked French opponent Pierre-Hugues Herbert 6-4, 7-6 (7/3), 6-4.
Watches belonging to Michael Schumacher fetch millions at auction
Eight watches belonging to Formula One legend Michael Schumacher were sold at auction in Geneva on Tuesday for a total of four million Swiss francs (4.4 million dollars/4.1 million euros).
Tyson says comeback at 57 was 'no-brainer'
"I'm doing great but my body is shit right now, I'm sore, I'm really sore," said Tyson, who faces Paul on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, that is home to the Dallas Cowboys NFL team.
Djokovic suffers shock third-round exit at Rome Open
Djokovic's bid for a record-extending 41st Masters 1000 title was ended in just over an hour by Chilean Tabilo, who is ranked 32nd in the world but was hugely impressive and claimed his first win over a top-10 opponent.
Nadal knocked out of Rome Open
Defeat to seventh seed Hurkacz casts doubt over whether clay-court icon Nadal will play at the upcoming French Open, where he has won a record 14 titles.
Fahad’s second GM norm dream extended
Fahad, with black pieces, drew with Vahap in the 75th move to raise his point tally to 3.5 from six matches and shared fourth place along with 31 other players. Indian GMs NR Visakh and Aravindh Chithambaram jointly shared the lead with five points each.
Ruman pleads for return to national team
Ace archer Ruman Sana has sought exemption from his suspension in a letter to the president of Bangladesh Archery Federation.
Ashiquzzaman eyes Men’s Junior AHF Cup title
Bangladesh junior hockey team are keeping their sights on the title of next month’s Men’s Junior AHF Cup in Singapore as the players of the preliminary squad today reported to head coach Ashiquzzaman at the Maulana Bhasani Hockey Stadium.
Strong Pakistan and Korea to play in 4th Bangabandhu Cup Int’l Kabaddi
The two Asian giants are going to play this tournament for the first time.
Hockey federation wants to hold playoff between May 10 and 13
Bangladesh Hockey Federation (BHF) today issued letters to Dhaka Mariner Youngs Club and Abahani to take part in the playoff match to decide the title of the Dhaka Premier Hockey League between May 10 and 13.
'Almost dead' Rublev battles illness to claim Madrid Open title
Rublev, who takes the Madrid crown from double champion Carlos Alcaraz whom he beat in the quarter-finals, said he had played despite feeling ill at times this week and hailed his doctors for helping him through.
