A big crowd outside the Melbourne Park during the 2026 Australian Open (AP) New Delhi: Roger Federer coined the term “Happy Slam” for the Australian Open in 2007, and it has stuck. “Everybody is kind of happy to see each other, kind of after the off-season. It’s kind of like the ‘Happy Slam,’” Federer had…
The statement drew attention because Shahid Afridi himself has been part of a controversy surrounding politics and cricket. (Image credit: Agencies) NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi found himself in the eye of a controversy once again after his government confirmed that Pakistan would boycott its match against India in the upcoming T20 World…
Carlos Alcaraz poses with the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup in Melbourne. (AP Photo) Carlos Alcaraz is still coming to terms with what he achieved in Melbourne — and he already knows how he wants to remember it forever. Somewhere on one of his calves, a small kangaroo may soon find a permanent home.Go Beyond The…
Rosé made history at the Grammy Awards 2026, opening the show with Bruno Mars and becoming the first K-pop solo artist to perform. Their energetic rendition of “APT” captivated audiences, sparking widespread fan praise and social media buzz. Beyond her groundbreaking performance, Rosé also earned three major nominations, marking a significant milestone for K-pop in…
Novak Djokovic of Serbia (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara) MELBOURNE: Belief has long been Novak Djokovic’s constant companion, and it remained unshaken even after his first defeat in 11 Australian Open finals. “I always believe I can,” Djokovic said at his media conference, after giving a standout runner-up speech following his four-set loss to world No. 1…
Carlos Alcaraz (Photo by Phil Walter/Getty Images) Carlos Alcaraz may have lifted the Australian Open trophy, but he won’t be taking home all of the prize money that comes with it. After beating Novak Djokovic 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 in the men’s singles final in Melbourne, the 22-year-old Spaniard earned a winner’s cheque of AUD…
Carlos Alcaraz of Spain (Getty Images) Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar was quick to applaud Carlos Alcaraz after the Spaniard clinched his maiden Australian Open title with a stirring four-set win over Novak Djokovic in Melbourne on Sunday. Tendulkar singled out Alcaraz’s maturity and composure as defining features of his title run. Sachin Tendulkar post Sharing…
Novak Djokovic (AP Photo/Dita Alangkara) Novak Djokovic reflected on an uncertain future after his Australian Open final defeat on Sunday, describing his journey as “a great ride” following a four-set loss to Carlos Alcaraz at Rod Laver Arena. The 38-year-old was outplayed by the 22-year-old Spaniard, leaving him still tied with Margaret Court on 24…
Carlos Alcaraz (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz claimed his first Australian Open title with a commanding four-set victory over Novak Djokovic, defeating the Serbian 2-6, 6-2, 6-3, 7-5 on Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. The win not only denied Djokovic a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam but also made Alcaraz the youngest man in…
Actress Kalpana Iyer, 70, is eager to return to acting after her iconic ‘Rambo Ho’ dance went viral following its feature in ‘Dhurandhar’. She expressed gratitude to director Aditya Dhar for reviving her song and hopes the renewed attention will lead to age-appropriate roles, even brief ones. Iyer, who last appeared on screen in 1999,…