Jasmine Paolini called Iga Swiatek’s exit the most shocking upset of the Italian Open, citing Swiatek’s top ranking and clay dominance. Paolini felt Sabalenka’s loss was less surprising due to the Belarusian's uneven form. Paolini made these comments before making history as the first Italian woman in 40 years to win the tournament.
Walsall clinched a place at Wembley with a dominant 4-1 aggregate victory over Chesterfield in the League Two play-off semi-finals. The tense second leg at Poundland Stadium saw late drama as Chesterfield tried to fight back, but Walsall’s attacking display sealed the win and their first Wembley final spot in over two decades.
Tijjani Reijnders is just one goal away from surpassing Manuel Rui Costa's Coppa Italia scoring record for a Milan midfielder. Going into the 2024/25 final against Bologna, Reijnders' form and Milan's clinical attack set up a thrilling contest, with narrative ties to his debut against Bologna.
Carlos Alcaraz says he's fully fit for the Italian Open after recovering from a thigh injury. The world No. 3 withdrew from Madrid as a precaution but now feels ready to compete on clay in Rome. Alcaraz looks to improve on last year's result and welcomed Jannik Sinner's comeback, targeting another deep run ahead of Roland Garros.
Intense battles and unexpected upsets marked the 2023 World Seniors Snooker Championship at Sheffield’s Crucible. Iconic names like Stephen Hendry and Jimmy White advanced, while defending champ Lee Walker was sent home early. Mark Davis, Alfie Burden, and Tony Drago delivered dominant wins.
Bayern Munich is gearing up for an emotional send-off as Thomas Müller, a lifelong icon for the club, prepares for his final home match at the Allianz Arena. Coach Vincent Kompany plans to honor Müller’s legacy in a match that celebrates his stellar achievements and deep connection to fans.
Vanja Milinković-Savić, standing at 2.02 meters, is a Serbian goalkeeper who anchors Torino’s defense and represents the Serbia national team. Boasting over 100 clean sheets in 188 club matches, she has risen to be Torino’s first-choice keeper and a reliable international since 2021, regularly featuring in both Serie A and international fixtures.
Newcastle United stuck with their lineup against Brighton, navigating a match full of controversial penalties and VAR calls. Alexander Isak’s late goal from the spot salvaged a 1-1 draw, keeping hopes alive for a Champions League spot. Brighton’s manager was left fuming over missed penalty reviews.
Cristiano Ronaldo's hunt for a major trophy with Al Nassr drags on after a 2-3 home defeat by Kawasaki Frontale in the AFC Champions League Elite semifinals. Costly defensive errors and Kawasaki's sharp counterattacks ended Al Nassr's continental dreams, piling more pressure on Ronaldo to deliver silverware in Saudi Arabia.
Anthony Edwards took center stage in Game 2 of the NBA Playoffs, hammering home a high-flying dunk over Jaxson Hayes. The viral play captured attention far beyond the arena, underlining Edwards’ status as a must-watch talent and boosting the Timberwolves’ energy as they chase playoff glory.
