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Novak Djokovic Suffers Shock First-Round Exit at US Open Amid Physical Pain and Tears

Novak Djokovic Suffers Shock First-Round Exit at US Open Amid Physical Pain and Tears

Tennis great Novak Djokovic suffered a stunning first-round defeat at the US Open against Mariano Navone, battling physical ailments and illness in a grueling five-set match.

Al Jazeera English|August 31, 2026|1
Virgil van Dijk Urges Liverpool to Keep Cody Gakpo Amid Manchester City Transfer Rumours

Virgil van Dijk Urges Liverpool to Keep Cody Gakpo Amid Manchester City Transfer Rumours

Virgil van Dijk has voiced his support for Cody Gakpo to remain at Liverpool amidst reported transfer interest from Manchester City ahead of the Premier League deadline.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026|1
Julian Alvarez Returns to Atletico Madrid Training Amid Intense Barcelona and Arsenal Transfer Speculation

Julian Alvarez Returns to Atletico Madrid Training Amid Intense Barcelona and Arsenal Transfer Speculation

Julian Alvarez has returned to training with Atletico Madrid as transfer speculation links the forward to Barcelona and Arsenal ahead of the window closing.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026|1
Lionel Messi Shines with Four Goals as Inter Miami Crushes Montreal 7-1

Lionel Messi Shines with Four Goals as Inter Miami Crushes Montreal 7-1

Lionel Messi scored four goals to lead Inter Miami to a dominant 7-1 victory over Montreal, ending their winless streak and moving to the top of the MLS scoring charts.

The National|August 30, 2026|1
Emotional Roger Federer Inducted Into International Tennis Hall of Fame

Emotional Roger Federer Inducted Into International Tennis Hall of Fame

Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer was tearfully inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, reflecting on a legendary career and his enduring love for the sport.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026|1
Egypt Secures Spot in Mediterranean Games Handball Final After Defeating Algeria

Egypt Secures Spot in Mediterranean Games Handball Final After Defeating Algeria

Egypt's handball team advanced to the Taranto 2026 Mediterranean Games final after a 27-25 victory over Algeria, keeping them in contention for the gold medal.

Egypt Independent|August 30, 2026|1
Tadej Pogacar Forced to Abandon Vuelta a Espana Following Dramatic Stage Eight Crash

Tadej Pogacar Forced to Abandon Vuelta a Espana Following Dramatic Stage Eight Crash

Race leader Tadej Pogacar has been forced to abandon the Vuelta a Espana following a crash on stage eight, ending his historic bid for a clean sweep of cycling's Grand Tours.

The National|August 30, 2026
Tadej Pogacar to Undergo Surgery for Broken Collarbone Following Severe Vuelta Crash

Tadej Pogacar to Undergo Surgery for Broken Collarbone Following Severe Vuelta Crash

Five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar has withdrawn from the Spanish Vuelta and requires surgery for a broken collarbone following a severe crash during the eighth stage.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026
US Open 2026 Preview: Carlos Alcaraz Returns, Novak Djokovic Chases History, and the Women's No. 1 Spot Remains Wide Open

US Open 2026 Preview: Carlos Alcaraz Returns, Novak Djokovic Chases History, and the Women's No. 1 Spot Remains Wide Open

The 2026 US Open gets underway in New York with Carlos Alcaraz returning from injury, Novak Djokovic pursuing his 25th Grand Slam title, and a fierce four-way battle for the WTA world No 1 ranking.

The National|August 30, 2026|1
Filip Hrgovic Claims IBF Heavyweight Crown After Ninth-Round Stoppage as Moses Itauma Hospitalised

Filip Hrgovic Claims IBF Heavyweight Crown After Ninth-Round Stoppage as Moses Itauma Hospitalised

Filip Hrgovic defeated Moses Itauma by a ninth-round stoppage in London to claim the vacant IBF world heavyweight title, while his opponent was hospitalized after the bout.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026
Addisu Gobena and Peres Jepchirchir Claim Historic Victories at the Sydney Marathon

Addisu Gobena and Peres Jepchirchir Claim Historic Victories at the Sydney Marathon

Ethiopia’s Addisu Gobena and Kenya’s Peres Jepchirchir triumphed at the Sydney Marathon, setting new milestones and breaking records on the scenic course.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026
Lionel Messi Shines with Four Goals as Inter Miami Dominates Montreal 7-1

Lionel Messi Shines with Four Goals as Inter Miami Dominates Montreal 7-1

Lionel Messi scored four goals for the first time in his MLS career, inspiring Inter Miami to a dominant 7-1 victory over CF Montreal and snapping a five-game winless streak.

Al Jazeera English|August 30, 2026
Rebuilding the Future: What Lies Ahead for Moses Itauma After Stunner Against Filip Hrgovic

Rebuilding the Future: What Lies Ahead for Moses Itauma After Stunner Against Filip Hrgovic

Moses Itauma suffered his first career defeat against Filip Hrgovic after punching himself out in a thrilling IBF world heavyweight title fight. The young British prospect now faces a rebuild, while Hrgovic looks toward future title defenses.

The National|August 30, 2026|1
Tennis Star Alex Eala Set for Blockbuster Homecoming Exhibition Match Against Janice Tjen in Bulacan

Tennis Star Alex Eala Set for Blockbuster Homecoming Exhibition Match Against Janice Tjen in Bulacan

Tennis standout Alex Eala will celebrate her breakout 2026 season by returning to the Philippines for a blockbuster homecoming exhibition match against Indonesia's Janice Tjen at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan.

The National|August 30, 2026|1
Tadej Pogacar Faces Surgery After Brutal Vuelta a Espana Crash Ends Grand Tour Bid

Tadej Pogacar Faces Surgery After Brutal Vuelta a Espana Crash Ends Grand Tour Bid

Tadej Pogacar's Vuelta a Espana campaign has ended in a heavy crash resulting in a concussion and a broken collarbone that will require surgery. The incident hands the race lead to Enric Mas.

The National|August 30, 2026
Manchester United vs Ipswich Town: Premier League Preview, Team News, and Match Prediction

Manchester United vs Ipswich Town: Premier League Preview, Team News, and Match Prediction

Manchester United host Ipswich Town at Old Trafford looking to bounce back from a shock opening-day defeat to Hull, while Ipswich enter the match high on confidence after beating Sunderland.

Al Jazeera English|August 29, 2026|1
Victor Munoz Rescues Late Draw for Andoni Iraola's Liverpool Against Nottingham Forest

Victor Munoz Rescues Late Draw for Andoni Iraola's Liverpool Against Nottingham Forest

Victor Munoz scored a late equalizer to salvage a 2-2 draw for Liverpool against Nottingham Forest, preventing defeat for Andoni Iraola in his managerial debut at Anfield.

Al Jazeera English|August 29, 2026|1
Liverpool Held to 2-2 Draw by Nottingham Forest as Victor Munoz Rescues a Point at Anfield

Liverpool Held to 2-2 Draw by Nottingham Forest as Victor Munoz Rescues a Point at Anfield

Liverpool fought back twice to secure a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest at Anfield, with Victor Munoz scoring late to rescue a point for Andoni Iraola's side.

The National|August 29, 2026|1
Jose Mourinho Expresses Satisfaction with Real Madrid Squad Despite Missing Out on Rodri

Jose Mourinho Expresses Satisfaction with Real Madrid Squad Despite Missing Out on Rodri

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho declared himself happy with his squad and considers it complete despite missing out on midfielder Rodri to Barcelona.

Al Jazeera English|August 29, 2026|1
Formula One Champion Lando Norris Commits to McLaren Through 2030 in Long-Term Extension

Formula One Champion Lando Norris Commits to McLaren Through 2030 in Long-Term Extension

Reigning F1 world champion Lando Norris has signed a contract extension with McLaren, securing his place with the team until at least 2030.

Al Jazeera English|August 29, 2026|1