• Thu, December 12, 2024

by: The New York Times

Dommaraju Gukesh, 18, Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion

It had been an unexpectedly close contest in Singapore with Ding Liren. When he won, the normally stoic Gukesh clasped his hands at the board and burst into tears.

by: Sports Illustrated

Every Country to Host the FIFA World Cup

Uruguay was the first host nation and since, 17 countries have hosted soccer's most prestigious competition. What began as a tournament of 16 nations will now become a 46 team competition come the 2026 World Cup.

by: CBSSports.com

College basketball power rankings: Duke leaps up to No. 2, UConn makes triumphant return

The college basketball season is nearing the middle of its second month. At this point in the calendar, the cream usually starts to rise to the top as players and teams begin showing more consistency.

by: National Rugby League

'Girls are stepping up': PNG map route to NRLW

With the official confirmation of the entry of a Papua New Guinea-based team into the Telstra NRL Premiership from 2028, sights are now set on seeing a women's team join the NRLW.

by: Fox Sports

2025 NFL mock draft: Travis Hunter, Shedeur Sanders to go 1-2?

Like the Falcons' pass rush, Pearce started the season slowly, but he caught fire late, registering 7.5 in his final nine games — all against SEC competition ... Rob Rang is an NFL Draft analyst for FOX Sports. He has been covering the NFL Draft ...

by: Racer

Full field of 61 entries for 63rd Rolex 24 At Daytona

IMSA has released the provisional entry list for the 63rd Rolex 24 at Daytona, with a full field of 61 entries across the four classes for the twice-around-the-clock season opener of the IMSA

by: Athlon Sports

Lucas Glover Sees LIV Golfers As Important to Signature Events

Glover rightly pointed out that if you put on a signature event, it will be a top-of-the-line event. Since the LIV Golf Tour has some top-notch talent, it makes sense for them to play in those events.

by: Raleigh News & Observer

Ilona Maher Says the Olympics Were Harder Than 'DWTS'

Ilona Maher welcomes competition, whether it's on an Olympic field or in the Dancing With the Stars ballroom. During an interview with Us Weekly, the pro rugby player, 28, compared her experience winning a bronze medal for Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics to her runner-up finish on DWTS season 33.

by: San Antonio Express-News

Spurs' Victor Wembanyama credits break in schedule with easing back pain

Wembanyama returned to the court Sunday against New Orleans at the Frost Bank Center after missing two consecutive games with a sore lower back. A fall forced him to leave the game in the first quarter for treatment, but he returned in the second period to finish with 25 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks in 26 minutes of the 125-116 win.

by: The Daily Courier

Phoenix Rising joins Jagermeister Cup alongside other USLC Teams in 2025

The United Soccer League (USL) announced today the expansion of the USL Jägermeister Cup, uniting clubs from the USL Championship and League One in a groundbreaking interleague competition. The 2025

by: Sports Mole

Preview: Petrocub Hincesti vs. Real Betis - prediction, team news, lineups

La Liga side Real Betis will head on their travels for Thursday's Conference League encounter with Moldovan champions Petrocub Hincesti. The Spanish side are sitting in 22nd place in the league phase, while the hosts are languishing in 34th position with just a point to their name.

by: Total Pro Sports

What Is The NFL Injury Policy? Guidelines For Reporting Injuries By NFL Teams

Find out how the NFL's injury policy promotes fairness and transparency and impacts games, fantasy football, and sports betting.

by: The Times of Northwest Indiana

New south suburban casino has little impact on Northwest Indiana gaming receipts

Wind Creek Chicago Southland opened Nov. 11 in East Hazel Crest, just off Interstate 80/294 at Halsted Street — about 6 miles west of the Illinois-Indiana border.

by: Sky Sports

Viktoria Plzen 1-2 Manchester United: Rasmus Hojlund helps visitors win away in Europe for first time in 20 months

Match report as Rasmus Hojlund comes off the bench to seal away victory for Manchester United, their first in Europe since March 2023; former Burnley striker Matej Vydra pounced on mistake from Andre

by: New York Post

Juan Soto, Scott Boras insist Yankees weren't Mets' only competition in wild sweepstakes

It was the Mets over four other suitors, all of whom were willing to pay top dollar to land Juan Soto, the superstar outfielder and his high-powered agent, Scott Boras, insisted. Though the Yankees were viewed as the Mets' main competition because Soto had just spent a season in The Bronx and helped them reach the World Series,

by: Massey University

Quote of the Year opens for voting

Rugby stars, politicians and a bird-napped cockatoo are among the finalists in New Zealand's Quote of the Year competition.

by: fbcnews

Nasinu wins 2024 southern regional beach soccer title

Nasinu Beach Soccer Club has been crowned the 2024 Fiji FA Southern Regional Beach Soccer Champions after an impressive unbeaten run through the tournament. The competition wrapped up last weekend at the Fiji Sports Council Beach Soccer Pitch in Laucala.

by: theroar.com.au

'Never say no': Immortal could have head turned by PNG expansion club

by: MSN

FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Predicting each group's final standings

FIFA Club World Cup has been reformatted, expanded and shipped to the United States, with next summer's tournament marking a new era for the competition. The battle for world champion status has often been a half-hearted fight for Europe's giants but the now 32-team competition will raise the stakes for all participants.

by: USA Today

Bill Belichick live updates: Highlights, quotes from UNC football coach's first press conference

Bill Belichick's introductory press conference as the UNC football coach is scheduled for Thursday. Keep this page refreshed for live updates.

by: MSN

PCA criticises ECB for lack of consultation on Hundred pay increases

"We have had a strong working relationship with the ECB on player matters for a significant period of time and there has been a feeling of genuine collaboration," Daryl Mitchell,

by: theroar.com.au

The tournament Socceroos should be keeping an eye on to study growing Asian powers

by: CBSSports.com

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, MLS given rough Concacaf Champions Cup Draw: Who has best chance at winning it?

The draw for the Concacaf Champions Cup is set, showing the road to the final which will be on June 1. After the Columbus Crew came up short in last year's final falling to Pachuca, they've earned an automatic berth to the round of 16 but their reward for that is facing the winner between Los Angeles FC and the Colorado Rapids.

by: USA Today

How pingpong helped Arizona State football win Big 12, get College Football Playoff berth

Dillingham credited "competition" with starting his team's turnaround, including pingpong, in the interview with ESPN. "The guys that we brought in here, they love to compete," Dillingham said. "I can't coach people that don't want to talk a little crap ...

by: National Rugby League

'Girls are stepping up': PNG target NRLW team

With the official confirmation of the entry of a Papua New Guinea-based team into the Telstra NRL Premiership from 2028, sights are now set on seeing a women's team join the NRLW.

by: Sports Illustrated

Power Elite: How Overtime Went From Highlight Culture to Basketball Academy

With a league turning out five-star prospects, there's no denying that OTE has fundamentally altered the hoops landscape.

by: MSN

Head coach Chris Jans talks McNeese State, defensive lapses and Cam Matthews

Mississippi State gets a few days off from competition this week, which may be a good thing to allow some bumps and bruises to heal. The 25th-ranked Bulldogs (8-1) return to action Saturday in Tupelo with a 5 p.

by: MSN

La Liga Club Scouts Spotted at Liverpool v Girona Champions League Match Amid Potential Transfer

Scouts from a La Liga side were spotted at Liverpool's las Champions League match against Girona, in their 1-0 victory courtesy of mohamed Salah.

by: MSN

Australia vs India LIVE: Cricket score and updates from India in Australia 2024/2025

Cricket score and updates from India in Australia 2024/2025 - Follow all the action from Brisbane Cricket Ground

by: MSN

Proposals seek new rules for transgender athletes in WA schools

Of the 16 proposed amendments, two are aimed at keeping transgender athletes out of girls sports. The first was proposed by Lynden, Blaine, Brewster, Cashmere, Colville, Grand Coulee Dam, Lake Chelan,

by: MSN

Matthew Berry's Love/Hate for Week 15 of 2024 season

Sam Darnold, Kyler Murray, Chuba Hubbard, Jonathan Taylor, and Davante Adams headline the Love/Hate players for Week 15.

by: MSN

Emirates NBA Cup Takes Center Stage In Las Vegas!

The NBA's in-season tournament is set to take center stage in Las Vegas, beginning on Saturday with the semifinals.

by: MSN

Over 30 teams have contacted Charles Brantley in transfer portal

Michigan State football took one of their first major losses of the transfer portal window when cornerback Charles Brantley entered the transfer portal for the third time in his career. This time, it doesn't appear that the Spartans want to play the game,

by: MSN

Revealed: How the NRL's $600million Papua New Guinea deal could be completely ruined by one thing

The remaining $60million will be split among the 17 current NRL clubs. For players who sign for the new franchise in PNG - who are expected to be in the NRL competition come 2028 - a $200million compound will be built. Players will also enjoy tax-free NRL ...

by: MSN

'We're getting ready to do it again:' Fans arrive in Atlanta for HBCU Celebration Bowl

Fans arriving for the Celebration Bowl are excited and ready to see all the city has to offer. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] The Celebration Bowl is an annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) classic like the Super Bowl for the two teams.

by: MSN

Why Man Utd, Liverpool, Arsenal and Barcelona aren't in the Club World Cup 2025

However, there are some notable omissions from the recent 2025 Club World Cup draw, especially in Europe. The likes of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are all absent, whi

by: MSN

Viktoria Plzen vs Man Utd LIVE: Europa League result and reaction as Hojlund brace ensures win

Europa League result and reaction as Hojlund brace ensures win - Ruben Amorim's side look to bounce back from consecutive defeats with an away clash in Europe

by: MSN

NFL meets NASCAR; Reflecting on Randy Moss Motorsports

These days, 23XI Racing is known for its heavy fusion of sports and stock cars. But in 2008, Randy Moss brought the NFL world to the track. Competition between sports has always existed.

by: MSN

Vinicius Junior has secret meeting with Barcelona legend Gerard Pique as Real Madrid star joins business venture in Brazil

According to Relevo, the Barcelona icon met with the 24-year-old in Madrid to discuss the Kings League launching in his native Brazil in 2025. The report adds the winger will play a minor role in Brazilian league,
  • Fri, December 13, 2024

by: Fijivillage

Fijian Drua Blue win Sun Bell Drua 10s competition after 14-5 win over Fijian Drua Green

Fijian Drua Blue has been crowned the Sun Bell Drua 10s champion after defeating Fijian Drua Green 14-5 in the grand final this afternoon. The Fijian Drua Blue side, led by Vilive Miramira and Mesake Doge, did not have an easy road to the final after a ...

by: NDTV

Hong Kong Spends Rs 76 Lakh On Panda Renaming Contest, Ends Up Retaining Original Names

The taxpayer's money was spent to build a website for the activity, recruit staff, post advertisements and offer prizes to winners.

by: SooToday

Healthy roster creating internal competition for Vancouver Canucks

All season long, Vancouver Canucks head coach Rick Tocchet has been tinkering with his lineup, trying to fill the gaping holes left by a string of injuries and absences.

by: Columbus Dispatch

Who will win Ohio State vs. Tennessee? Latest CFP predictions odds

They play at fast pace. Tennessee averages 24 seconds per play, the 21 st-fasted tempo in the FBS, a contrast to the Buckeyes' competition in the Big Ten. Based on this measurement, Akron, averaging 26 seconds per play, ranking 57th, was the most up ...

by: MSN

'The World Championships can change your life'

With winnings over the past two years of just under £250,000, Woodhouse is 35th in the PDC world rankings. He faces Lourence Ilagan of the Philippines in the first round of the W

by: MSN

Hong Kong spent HK$700,000 on panda naming contest. Was it a waste of money?

Hong Kong authorities have spent HK$700,000 (US$90,028) on a competition to rename two Beijing-gifted giant pandas, in which their original names were retained. The Giant Panda Naming Competition, which kicked off in October,

by: MSN

Sky Sports: Celtic interested in signing versatile international midfielder

Lazio and Greek side PAOK are also understood to be keen on the player, who was been frozen out by his current team this season.

by: MSN

Braves News: Rule 5 scouting reports, A.J. Minter season review, and more

Until the Braves make a groundbreaking contract, we've got some season reviews, comments from Brian Snitker, and more. Braves News: The Braves took six players (two major leaguers) in the Rule 5 draft,

by: MSN

Hojlund gets Manchester United over Viktoria Plzen, Tottenham draw stalemate

An electrifying Europa League evening saw Manchester United clinch a narrow win over Viktoria Plzen, while the likes of Tottenham and Galatasaray played out draws in an overall thrilling contest.

Dommaraju Gukesh, 18, Becomes Youngest World Chess Champion

It had been an unexpectedly close contest in Singapore with Ding Liren. When he won, the normally stoic Gukesh clasped his hands at the board and burst into tears.
The article from The New York Times discusses the rise of 17-year-old Indian chess prodigy D. Gukesh, who has qualified to challenge the reigning world chess champion, Ding Liren, in the 2024 World Chess Championship. Gukesh's journey to the championship was marked by his victory in the Candidates Tournament, making him the youngest challenger in the history of the event. The article highlights his strategic gameplay, mental resilience, and the support from his family and coaches. It also touches on the broader implications of his success, including the growing prominence of India in the chess world, traditionally dominated by players from Russia and Western countries. The upcoming match is anticipated to be a significant event, showcasing the clash of generations and styles in chess.

Read the Full The New York Times Article at:
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/12/sports/gukesh-world-chess-championship-2024.html