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<p>Amid Virat Kohli's ongoing lean patch for Team India, questions have been raised on his spot in the T20I team with the T20 World Cup 2022 just a few months away. Kohli has failed to score runs consistently in international cricket for a while now and has struggled to notch up big scores. His last century for the Indian team came in November 2019 and the batting maestro has since failed to score a ton in international cricket.</p>

<p>After a dismal IPL 2022 campaign, Kohli was rested from South Africa series at home and made his comeback during India's tour of England. However, his poor patch with the willow continued as he fop in the one-off fifth Test before struggling in the two T20Is that he played against the hosts.</p>

<p>Kohli managed to score only 12 runs in two T20Is against England after being roped in into the playing XI in place of in-form Deepak Hooda. The move to drop Hooda was criticised by many with several experts questioning on what merit did Kohli deserve a place in the XI despite being out of form.</p>

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<p>Amid suggestions that he should be dropped from India's T20I squad due to his poor form, former England captain Michael Vaughan has said there will be big question marks if Kohli is selected in India's squad for T20 World Cup 2022.</p>

<p>"It’s Virat Kohli that the big question mark is about. When he’s at his best, he gets in. But, there are going to be big question marks over Virat the next time he plays T20 cricket if these players keep producing the magic when they come into the side," Vaughan said in a discussion with <em>Cricbuzz</em>.</p>

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<p>Vaughan also believes the selectors and team management are set to deal with a major selection headache when KL Rahul recovers from his injury and is fit to join the squad. The former England captain reckons one out of Rishabh Pant or Dinesh Karthik will have to be dropped from the playing XI when Rahul returns.</p>

<p>"I am just looking at how India would juggle all these players into the final XI for the World Cup. KL Rahul will come back in. Rishabh Pant, DK, one of them will have to keep. I don’t think both of them will play. I want Rishabh in because he’s left-handed," said Vaughan.</p>


Amid Virat Kohli's ongoing lean patch for Team India, questions have been raised on his spot in the T20I team with the T20 World Cup 2022 just a few months away.

Amid Virat Kohli's ongoing lean patch for Team India, questions have been raised on his spot in the T20I team with the T20 World Cup 2022 just a few months away. Kohli has failed to score runs consistently in international cricket for a while now and has struggled to notch up big scores. His last century for the Indian team came in November 2019 and the batting maestro has since failed to score a ton in international cricket. After a dismal IPL 2022 campaign, Kohli was rested from South Africa series at home and made his comeback during India's tour of England. However, his poor patch with the willow continued as he fop in the one-off fifth Test before struggling in the two T20Is that he played against the hosts. Kohli managed to score only 12 runs in two T20Is against England after being roped in into the playing XI in place of in-form Deepak Hooda. The move to drop Hooda was criticised by many with several experts questioning on what merit did Kohli deserve a place in the XI despite being out of form. Also Read: Ganguly, Sehwag all have been dropped: Venkatesh Prasad slams India's decision to rest out-of-form players Amid suggestions that he should be dropped from India's T20I squad due to his poor form, former England captain Michael Vaughan has said there will be big question marks if Kohli is selected in India's squad for T20 World Cup 2022. "It’s Virat Kohli that the big question mark is about. When he’s at his best, he gets in. But, there are going to be big question marks over Virat the next time he plays T20 cricket if these players keep producing the magic when they come into the side," Vaughan said in a discussion with Cricbuzz. Also Read: Rohit Sharma defends Virat Kohli, responds to his critics: 'They don't know what's going on inside' Vaughan also believes the selectors and team management are set to deal with a major selection headache when KL Rahul recovers from his injury and is fit to join the squad. The former England captain reckons one out of Rishabh Pant or Dinesh Karthik will have to be dropped from the playing XI when Rahul returns. "I am just looking at how India would juggle all these players into the final XI for the World Cup. KL Rahul will come back in. Rishabh Pant, DK, one of them will have to keep. I don’t think both of them will play. I want Rishabh in because he’s left-handed," said Vaughan.

'There will be big question marks': Michael Vaughan on Virat Kohli's spot in India's squad for T20 WC 2022

<p>England and Manchester United legend David Beckham was one of the best free-kick takers in world football during his playing days. Beckham was brilliant at set-pieces and scored some stunning goals for his club and country from a distance. It seems the genes run in the family as Beckham's son Romeo recently scored an excellent free-kick for Inter Miami II.</p>

<p>Following his father's footsteps, who is one of the best free-kick takers to have played the game, Romeo wowed fans with his brilliant effort for Inter Miami II in their clash against Orlando City B in MLS Next Pro – the third tier of American football system.</p>

<p>Beckham is the owner of Inter Miami football club which competes in the Major League Soccer (MLS) in the US. His son Romeo, who is trying to rise through the ranks, is currently playing for the club's junior side. The 19-year-old's journey to follow his father in becoming a professional footballer has already kicked off in the US.</p>

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<p>Romeo scored a sublime free-kick in his side's 3-1 win over Orlando City B. The video of his free kick went viral on social media sparking comparisons with his father David.</p>

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<p>It was Romeo's first goal for Inter Miami II and David was a proud father after his son's heroics in the game. The former Manchester United star took to Instagram to congratulate Romeo on his first goal for the club and wrote - "Well done mate so proud. First goal in a MIAMI shirt."&nbsp;Romeo responded by saying: "Love you dad, that was for you."</p>

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<p>One of England's most popular footballers, Beckham had a successful career for club and country. He played 117 matches for England and scored 17 goals. He played for top clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain during his career before retiring from the sport.</p>


England and Manchester United legend David Beckham was one of the best free-kick takers in world football during his playing days. Beckham was brilliant at set-pieces and scored some stunning goals for his club and country from a distance.

England and Manchester United legend David Beckham was one of the best free-kick takers in world football during his playing days. Beckham was brilliant at set-pieces and scored some stunning goals for his club and country from a distance. It seems the genes run in the family as Beckham's son Romeo recently scored an excellent free-kick for Inter Miami II. Following his father's footsteps, who is one of the best free-kick takers to have played the game, Romeo wowed fans with his brilliant effort for Inter Miami II in their clash against Orlando City B in MLS Next Pro – the third tier of American football system. Beckham is the owner of Inter Miami football club which competes in the Major League Soccer (MLS) in the US. His son Romeo, who is trying to rise through the ranks, is currently playing for the club's junior side. The 19-year-old's journey to follow his father in becoming a professional footballer has already kicked off in the US. Also Read: Former Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney to become DC United manager: Reports Romeo scored a sublime free-kick in his side's 3-1 win over Orlando City B. The video of his free kick went viral on social media sparking comparisons with his father David. Romeo Beckham scored his first goal of the season for @Intermiamicfii with a free kick. It just sounds right (via @MLSNEXTPRO)pic.twitter.com/o3POaVHAzS — B/R Football (@brfootball) July 11, 2022 × It was Romeo's first goal for Inter Miami II and David was a proud father after his son's heroics in the game. The former Manchester United star took to Instagram to congratulate Romeo on his first goal for the club and wrote - "Well done mate so proud. First goal in a MIAMI shirt." Romeo responded by saying: "Love you dad, that was for you." Also Read: Lionel Messi threatens to leave PSG if French club signs Cristiano Ronaldo from Man Utd: Report One of England's most popular footballers, Beckham had a successful career for club and country. He played 117 matches for England and scored 17 goals. He played for top clubs like Manchester United, Real Madrid, AC Milan and Paris Saint-Germain during his career before retiring from the sport.

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<p>Former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad has slammed Team India's recent policy of resting out-of-form players and not dropping them from the team based on their reputation. Prasad believes giving breaks to players like captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would not help them in regaining their form while also stating that there are a number of talented youngsters waiting in the wings to get opportunities for Team India.</p>

<p>Prasad's comments came after India's 17-run loss against England in the 2nd T20I where the likes of Kohli and Rohit failed to deliver yet again on top of the order. Both the batters were dismissed on 11 runs each as India's top-order crumbled under pressure in the 216-run chase. Suryakumar Yadav slammed a stunning knock of 117 runs in the game but it was not enough to take India over the line.</p>

<p>Prasad's remarks have come at a time when Kohli, in particular, is facing criticism from all corners over his ongoing lean patch. The star batter has struggled across all formats in international cricket for a while now and his recent failures have led to former cricketers and experts questioning his spot in India's T20I team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 this year.</p>

<p>Prasad too took to Twitter to take a dig at India's selection policy under captain Rohit and head coach Rahul Dravid, pointing out how some of the legends of the game have also been dropped by Team India in the past for not performing well at the highest level. Prasad said players cannot play on reputation when talented youngsters are waiting in the wings.</p>

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<p>"There was a time when you were out of form, you would be dropped irrespective of reputation. Sourav, Sehwag,Yuvraj, Zaheer, Bhajji all have been dropped when not in form. They have went back to domestic cricket, scored runs and staged a comeback," Prasad wrote in a tweet.</p>

<p>"The yardsticks seem to have changed drastically now, where there is rest for being out of form. This is no way for progress. There is so much talent in the country and cannot play on reputation. One of India’s greatest match-winner, Anil Kumble sat out on so many occasions, need action’s for the larger good," he added.</p>

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<p>Kohli, who has not scored a century in international cricket for nearly three years now, has failed to churn out runs consistently in all three formats and has been far from the standards set by himself at one stage in his career. The prolific batter's struggles are a huge concern for India with the T20 World Cup just months away.</p>

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<p>While former players and experts have demanded Kohli be dropped from the T20I team, Indian skipper Rohit backed the out-of-form superstar following India's 17-run defeat in the 3rd T20I against England on Sunday. Rohit said the team management believes in Kohli's quality and will continue to back him as highs and lows are part of a player's career.</p>


Former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad has slammed Team India's recent policy of resting out-of-form players and not dropping them from the team based on their reputation.

Former India cricketer Venkatesh Prasad has slammed Team India's recent policy of resting out-of-form players and not dropping them from the team based on their reputation. Prasad believes giving breaks to players like captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli would not help them in regaining their form while also stating that there are a number of talented youngsters waiting in the wings to get opportunities for Team India. Prasad's comments came after India's 17-run loss against England in the 2nd T20I where the likes of Kohli and Rohit failed to deliver yet again on top of the order. Both the batters were dismissed on 11 runs each as India's top-order crumbled under pressure in the 216-run chase. Suryakumar Yadav slammed a stunning knock of 117 runs in the game but it was not enough to take India over the line. Prasad's remarks have come at a time when Kohli, in particular, is facing criticism from all corners over his ongoing lean patch. The star batter has struggled across all formats in international cricket for a while now and his recent failures have led to former cricketers and experts questioning his spot in India's T20I team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 this year. Prasad too took to Twitter to take a dig at India's selection policy under captain Rohit and head coach Rahul Dravid, pointing out how some of the legends of the game have also been dropped by Team India in the past for not performing well at the highest level. Prasad said players cannot play on reputation when talented youngsters are waiting in the wings. Also Read: How fake IPL staged in India's Gujarat duped Russian punters "There was a time when you were out of form, you would be dropped irrespective of reputation. Sourav, Sehwag,Yuvraj, Zaheer, Bhajji all have been dropped when not in form. They have went back to domestic cricket, scored runs and staged a comeback," Prasad wrote in a tweet. "The yardsticks seem to have changed drastically now, where there is rest for being out of form. This is no way for progress. There is so much talent in the country and cannot play on reputation. One of India’s greatest match-winner, Anil Kumble sat out on so many occasions, need action’s for the larger good," he added. There was a time when you were out of form, you would be dropped irrespective of reputation. Sourav, Sehwag,Yuvraj,Zaheer, Bhajji all have been dropped when not in form. They have went back to domestic cricket, scored runs and staged a comeback. The yardsticks seem to have 1/2 — Venkatesh Prasad (@venkateshprasad) July 10, 2022 × Kohli, who has not scored a century in international cricket for nearly three years now, has failed to churn out runs consistently in all three formats and has been far from the standards set by himself at one stage in his career. The prolific batter's struggles are a huge concern for India with the T20 World Cup just months away. Also Read: Rohit Sharma defends Virat Kohli, responds to his critics: 'They don't know what's going on inside' While former players and experts have demanded Kohli be dropped from the T20I team, Indian skipper Rohit backed the out-of-form superstar following India's 17-run defeat in the 3rd T20I against England on Sunday. Rohit said the team management believes in Kohli's quality and will continue to back him as highs and lows are part of a player's career.

Ganguly, Sehwag all have been dropped: Venkatesh Prasad slams India's decision to rest out-of-form players

<p>The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the best T20 tournaments in the world and enjoys massive popularity across the globe. While high-quality cricketing action on display attracts fans from across the globe, IPL also allows punters from around the world to place bets during matches. While there are several legal betting apps online, several fake betting rackets have been busted in India over the years.</p>

<p>The latest fake IPL betting racket was busted in Gujarat's Mehsana district where fake matches were staged at a remote farm in Molipur Village to dupe punters from Russia. HD cameras, fake crowd noise and umpires were used during the matches with players wearing the jerseys of IPL teams to pull off a near-perfect con job.</p>

<p>As per a report in the<em> Times of India</em>, the fake IPL had almost reached the quarter-finals stage before the racket was busted by the local police. The report further states that the matches used to be broadcast live on YouTube and bets were accepted from punters from three Russian cities - Moscow, Voronezh and Tver.</p>

<p>While the players reportedly worse jerseys worn by the actual IPL teams, walkie-talkies were also used during the matches to make it look like the real tournament. As per the report, a commentator was also hired to mimic famous cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle during the matches.</p>

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<p>As per the <em>Times of India</em>, the Mehsana police arrested four people, who were involved in the fake IPL racket and are currently investigating the matter. As per Bhavesh Rathod, the SOG PI, Mehsana, a person named Shoeb Davda was helping in taking bets and running the fake IPL after returning to India from Russia where he worked at a pub famous for taking bets.</p>

<p>However, Shoeb claimed he was not the mastermind behind the whole racket and revealed he had met a person named Asif Mohammed while working in the Russian pub and it was Asif who executed the whole plan. Soheb helped Asif in staging the fake tournament in India by hiring 21 farm labours as players for Rs 400 per day. He also hired cameramen, and a commentator and bought IPL jerseys for the players to help Asif in pulling off the fake IPL.</p>

<p>"Shoeb hired the farm of Ghulam Masih and installed halogen lights there. He readied 21 farm labourers, promising them Rs 400 per match. Next, he hired cameramen and bought T-shirts of IPL teams. When the cops were tipped-off, they felt something was wrong," Rathod was quoted as saying by the Times of India.</p>

<p>"Shoeb would take bets. He would instruct Kolu, the umpire, to signal fours and sixes. Kolu would alert the batsman and the baller. Next, the baller would deliver a slow ball, enabling the batsman to hit it for a four or a six.</p>

<p>"The cameramen would pan the cameras towards the sky to show that the ball was nowhere in sight. Next, they would zoom into the umpire who would signal a six. The cameramen ensured there were no zoom-outs lest the farm became visible," he added.</p>

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<p>As per the report, the first instalment of bets from Russia amounting to Rs 3 lakh (Around USD 3,778) had already been received by the group running the fake betting racket in the name of IPL. The fake IPL racket has been busted just weeks after the 15th edition of the tournament was concluded in India with Gujarat Titans lifting the title in their maiden season.</p>

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the best T20 tournaments in the world and enjoys massive popularity across the globe. While high-quality cricketing action on display attracts fans from across the globe, IPL also allows punters from around the world to place bets during matches.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is one of the best T20 tournaments in the world and enjoys massive popularity across the globe. While high-quality cricketing action on display attracts fans from across the globe, IPL also allows punters from around the world to place bets during matches. While there are several legal betting apps online, several fake betting rackets have been busted in India over the years. The latest fake IPL betting racket was busted in Gujarat's Mehsana district where fake matches were staged at a remote farm in Molipur Village to dupe punters from Russia. HD cameras, fake crowd noise and umpires were used during the matches with players wearing the jerseys of IPL teams to pull off a near-perfect con job. As per a report in the Times of India, the fake IPL had almost reached the quarter-finals stage before the racket was busted by the local police. The report further states that the matches used to be broadcast live on YouTube and bets were accepted from punters from three Russian cities - Moscow, Voronezh and Tver. While the players reportedly worse jerseys worn by the actual IPL teams, walkie-talkies were also used during the matches to make it look like the real tournament. As per the report, a commentator was also hired to mimic famous cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle during the matches. Also Read: Rohit Sharma defends Virat Kohli, responds to his critics: 'They don't know what's going on inside' As per the Times of India, the Mehsana police arrested four people, who were involved in the fake IPL racket and are currently investigating the matter. As per Bhavesh Rathod, the SOG PI, Mehsana, a person named Shoeb Davda was helping in taking bets and running the fake IPL after returning to India from Russia where he worked at a pub famous for taking bets. However, Shoeb claimed he was not the mastermind behind the whole racket and revealed he had met a person named Asif Mohammed while working in the Russian pub and it was Asif who executed the whole plan. Soheb helped Asif in staging the fake tournament in India by hiring 21 farm labours as players for Rs 400 per day. He also hired cameramen, and a commentator and bought IPL jerseys for the players to help Asif in pulling off the fake IPL. "Shoeb hired the farm of Ghulam Masih and installed halogen lights there. He readied 21 farm labourers, promising them Rs 400 per match. Next, he hired cameramen and bought T-shirts of IPL teams. When the cops were tipped-off, they felt something was wrong," Rathod was quoted as saying by the Times of India. "Shoeb would take bets. He would instruct Kolu, the umpire, to signal fours and sixes. Kolu would alert the batsman and the baller. Next, the baller would deliver a slow ball, enabling the batsman to hit it for a four or a six. "The cameramen would pan the cameras towards the sky to show that the ball was nowhere in sight. Next, they would zoom into the umpire who would signal a six. The cameramen ensured there were no zoom-outs lest the farm became visible," he added. Also Read: 'Suryakumar to watch out for': Rohit Sharma's 10-year-old tweet goes viral as SKY torments England As per the report, the first instalment of bets from Russia amounting to Rs 3 lakh (Around USD 3,778) had already been received by the group running the fake betting racket in the name of IPL. The fake IPL racket has been busted just weeks after the 15th edition of the tournament was concluded in India with Gujarat Titans lifting the title in their maiden season.

HD cameras, crowd-noise effect & team jerseys: How fake IPL staged in India's Gujarat duped Russian punters

<p>Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final on Sunday to clinch his fourth straight Wimbledon title. The Serbian ace extended his dominance at the All England Club with his seventh Wimbledon singles title equalling American great Pete Sampras' record. He is now just one short of equalling the legendary Roger Federer's record of most Wimbledon triumphs (8).</p>

<p>The Wimbledon 2022 title is Djokovic's first Grand Slam of the year as he has now closed the gap on Rafael Nadal on the list of most Grand Slam singles titles won by male players. He is now just one short of matching Nadal's feat of 22 Grand Slams but his participation at the upcoming US Open 2022 remains in doubt.</p>

<p>Djokovic, who has maintained a strict stance against getting COVID-19 vaccine, has reasserted that he will not get vaccinated anytime soon. The Serbian ace, who is regarded as one of the best players in the world, said he is not vaccinated and doesn't plan to take the vaccine but would love to take part in the US Open this year.</p>

<p>"I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter United States or exemption," Djokovic said.</p>

<p>"I'll wait hopefully for some good news from USA because I would really love to go there. If that doesn't happen, then I have to see what the schedule will look like," he added.</p>

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<p>Djokovic has not had the best of seasons so far this year as he had to face immense trouble in Australia earlier this year over his anti-COVID-19 vaccine stance. The Serb was not allowed to take part in the Australian Open and was denied a chance to defend his title. He was also involved in a legal battle against the Australian authorities before getting deported from the country for not getting vaccinated.</p>

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<p>Opening up on the events in Australia earlier this year, Djokovic said he was not in a great place mentally and emotionally but the win at Wimbledon has come at an important time for him in the season.</p>

<p>"Certainly this year has not been the same like last years. In the first several months of the year, I was not feeling great generally. Mentally, emotionally, I was not at a good place," Djokovic said as he opened up on the events in Australia.</p>

<p>"Once I left Australia... (it) caused turbulence inside of me. I just needed time to weather the storm. Wimbledon historically has always come at such important stages of my life and my career. In 2018 when I was starting the year with elbow surgery... this was the first slam that I won and (it) served as a springboard for (winning the next two majors at) the U.S. Open and 2019 Australian Open. I'm always inspired to play my best tennis in London," he explained.</p>


Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final on Sunday to clinch his fourth straight Wimbledon title. The Serbian ace extended his dominance at the All England Club with his seventh Wimbledon singles title equalling American great Pete Sampras' record.

Novak Djokovic defeated Nick Kyrgios in the men's singles final on Sunday to clinch his fourth straight Wimbledon title. The Serbian ace extended his dominance at the All England Club with his seventh Wimbledon singles title equalling American great Pete Sampras' record. He is now just one short of equalling the legendary Roger Federer's record of most Wimbledon triumphs (8). The Wimbledon 2022 title is Djokovic's first Grand Slam of the year as he has now closed the gap on Rafael Nadal on the list of most Grand Slam singles titles won by male players. He is now just one short of matching Nadal's feat of 22 Grand Slams but his participation at the upcoming US Open 2022 remains in doubt. Djokovic, who has maintained a strict stance against getting COVID-19 vaccine, has reasserted that he will not get vaccinated anytime soon. The Serbian ace, who is regarded as one of the best players in the world, said he is not vaccinated and doesn't plan to take the vaccine but would love to take part in the US Open this year. "I'm not vaccinated and I'm not planning to get vaccinated so the only good news I can have is them removing the mandated green vaccine card or whatever you call it to enter United States or exemption," Djokovic said. "I'll wait hopefully for some good news from USA because I would really love to go there. If that doesn't happen, then I have to see what the schedule will look like," he added. Also Read: 'No mean feat': Sachin Tendulkar hails Novak Djokovic after his 4th straight Wimbledon triumph Djokovic has not had the best of seasons so far this year as he had to face immense trouble in Australia earlier this year over his anti-COVID-19 vaccine stance. The Serb was not allowed to take part in the Australian Open and was denied a chance to defend his title. He was also involved in a legal battle against the Australian authorities before getting deported from the country for not getting vaccinated. Also Read: Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win 4th straight Wimbledon title, clinches 21st Grand Slam crown Opening up on the events in Australia earlier this year, Djokovic said he was not in a great place mentally and emotionally but the win at Wimbledon has come at an important time for him in the season. "Certainly this year has not been the same like last years. In the first several months of the year, I was not feeling great generally. Mentally, emotionally, I was not at a good place," Djokovic said as he opened up on the events in Australia. "Once I left Australia... (it) caused turbulence inside of me. I just needed time to weather the storm. Wimbledon historically has always come at such important stages of my life and my career. In 2018 when I was starting the year with elbow surgery... this was the first slam that I won and (it) served as a springboard for (winning the next two majors at) the U.S. Open and 2019 Australian Open. I'm always inspired to play my best tennis in London," he explained.

Novak Djokovic on his US Open participation: 'Not planning to get vaccinated but would love to go there'

<p>Derbyshire spinner Mattie McKiernan was taken to cleaners by Somerset batters in the clash between the two sides in the quarter-final of the ongoing T20 Blast 2022 on Saturday (July 10). McKiernan went on to concede a whopping 82 runs in his four-over spell to create the world record for the most runs conceded by a bowler in a T20 match. It was a forgetful night for the right-arm leg spinner, who had absolutely no answers to the ruthlessness of the Somerset batters.</p>

<p>Batting first in the quarter-final, Somerset got off to a flying start as openers Tom Banton and Will Smeed posted 49-run for the first wicket. While Smeed managed a run-a-ball 18, Banton slammed a quickfire knock of 41-ball 73 laced with six sixes and 4 fours. After Smeed's dismissal, Banton combined with South African batter Rilee Rossouw to dismantle the Derbyshire bowling attack.</p>

<p>Rossouw went berserk with the willow as he went on to smash a stunning 93 off just 36 balls laced with 8 fours and 7 sixes. Rossouw and Banton added a brilliant stand of 102 runs for the second wicket before the Proteas batted and posted another 56-run stand for the third wicket with skipper Tom Abell (22).</p>

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<p>McKiernan was on the receiving end of the onslaught from the Somerset batters as he was smashed all around the park at The Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton. He was taken for a staggering 35 runs in just one over before conceding 47 runs in his next three overs.</p>

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<p>Talking about the game, Somerset went on to post a huge total of 265 runs on the board riding on Banton's 73 and Rossouw's stunning 93 before their bowlers bundled out Derbyshire on a paltry 74 during their run-chase. Somerset registered an emphatic victory by 191 runs to enter the semi-finals of the T20 Blast 2022 and will be looking to continue their brilliant run in the all-important game.</p>


Derbyshire spinner Mattie McKiernan was taken to cleaners by Somerset batters in the clash between the two sides in the quarter-final of the ongoing T20 Blast 2022 on Saturday (July 10).

Derbyshire spinner Mattie McKiernan was taken to cleaners by Somerset batters in the clash between the two sides in the quarter-final of the ongoing T20 Blast 2022 on Saturday (July 10). McKiernan went on to concede a whopping 82 runs in his four-over spell to create the world record for the most runs conceded by a bowler in a T20 match. It was a forgetful night for the right-arm leg spinner, who had absolutely no answers to the ruthlessness of the Somerset batters. Batting first in the quarter-final, Somerset got off to a flying start as openers Tom Banton and Will Smeed posted 49-run for the first wicket. While Smeed managed a run-a-ball 18, Banton slammed a quickfire knock of 41-ball 73 laced with six sixes and 4 fours. After Smeed's dismissal, Banton combined with South African batter Rilee Rossouw to dismantle the Derbyshire bowling attack. Rossouw went berserk with the willow as he went on to smash a stunning 93 off just 36 balls laced with 8 fours and 7 sixes. Rossouw and Banton added a brilliant stand of 102 runs for the second wicket before the Proteas batted and posted another 56-run stand for the third wicket with skipper Tom Abell (22). Also Read: 'Very promising leading into T20 WC': Vaughan lauds India after 49-run win over England in 2nd T20I McKiernan was on the receiving end of the onslaught from the Somerset batters as he was smashed all around the park at The Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton. He was taken for a staggering 35 runs in just one over before conceding 47 runs in his next three overs. 36 off the over#WeAreSomerset #SOMvDER pic.twitter.com/vH9Jc7FaFF — Somerset Cricket 🏏 (@SomersetCCC) July 9, 2022 × He finished with disappointing figures of 82/0 to create the record for most runs conceded in a single match by any bowler in T20 history. He went past Sarmad Anwar, who had conceded 81 runs off his overs while playing for Sialkot Stallions in a Super Eight T20 Cup match against Lahore Lions in 2011. You are probably going to want to watch these highlights!!#SOMvDER #WeAreSomerset @ItsTradeNation pic.twitter.com/n8kb1StsFW — Somerset Cricket (@SomersetCCC) July 9, 2022 × Also Read: Watch: Pakistani cricketer Ahmed Shehzad wants Brad Pitt to play him in his biopic, trolled mercilessly Talking about the game, Somerset went on to post a huge total of 265 runs on the board riding on Banton's 73 and Rossouw's stunning 93 before their bowlers bundled out Derbyshire on a paltry 74 during their run-chase. Somerset registered an emphatic victory by 191 runs to enter the semi-finals of the T20 Blast 2022 and will be looking to continue their brilliant run in the all-important game.

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<p>Suryakumar Yadav gave a 360 degree masterclass en route to a special hundred but England pulled off a consolatory 17-run win over India in the third T20 International here on Sunday. Dawid Malan made a sublime 77 off 39 balls as England put India's second-string attack to sword to finish with a mammoth 215 for seven.</p>

<p>Suryakumar (117 off 55 balls) kept India in the hunt with his classy effort but lacked support from other batters while chasing the huge target. India's innings ended at 198 for nine in 20 overs. India sealed the three-match series 2-1, having won in Southampton and Birmingham.</p>

<p>India were on the backfoot at the start of the run chase, struggling to 31 for three in five overs. Openers Rohit Sharma (11) and Rishabh Pant (1) perished cheaply and it was another failure for Virat Kohli (11), who was caught at cover while trying to manufacture a third consecutive hit after collecting a four and a straight six off David Willey.</p>

<p>Suryakumar brought India back into the game with a 119-run stand with Shreyas Iyer (28 off 23) who was a spectator to his partner's brilliance for the major part of the partnership. As he often does, Suryakumar toyed with the opposition bowlers and picked his shots all around the ground.</p>

<p>The highlights of his glorious innings was the two lofted square drives off pacers Richard Gleeson and Chrish Jordan that went all the way for six. He became the fifth Indian to score a hundred in T20 Internationals by opening the face of the bat and guiding a low full toss off Willey between backward point and short third man.</p>

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<p>His innings comprised 14 fours and half a dozen sixes. Suryakumar single-handedly brought the equation down to gettable 66 off 30 balls before running out of partners at the other end.</p>

<p>Earlier, skipper Jos Buttler (18 off 9 balls) and Jason Roy (27 off 26) helped England reach 52 for 1 in six overs. Malan and Liam Livingstone (42 not out off 29) then shared an entertaining 84-run partnership to set the platform for a massive total.</p>

<p>Having already sealed the series, India rested their frontline bowlers in Jasprit Bumrah, in-form Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yuzvendra Chahal, besides star all-rounder Hardik Pandya. The Indian next-gen were taken to the cleaners by a power-packed England batting lineup which had disappointed in the first two games. Ravi Bishnoi's effort of two for 30 in four overs was the only silver lining in an otherwise ordinary bowling performance.</p>

<p>Buttler punished the inexperienced Umran Malik during his brief stay, collecting two fours and a six off the Indian's opening over that yielded 17 runs. Avesh Khan foxed Buttler with a slower ball that he played on to the stumps.<br />
After Roy was caught behind off Malik, Malan changed gears and played proper cricketing shots that he is known for.</p>

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<p>He comfortably swept the spinners for maximums and was quick on the pull and cut against the pacers. Out of the five sixes, Malan's slog sweep off Ravindra Jadeja over square leg and pick up shot over cow corner off a low full toss from Avesh stood out.</p>

<p>As he often does, Livingstone dealt in sixes as he hit four of them and alongside Harry Brook (19 off) and Chris Jordan (11 off 3) fired England past 200. Livingstone got a life when he was dropped by Virat Kohli in the deep.<br />
England amassed as many as 129 runs in the last 10 overs. Malik leaked the most runs for India, ending with figures of one for 56 in four overs.</p>


Suryakumar Yadav gave a 360 degree masterclass en route to a special hundred but England pulled off a consolatory 17-run win over India in the third T20 International here on Sunday.

Suryakumar Yadav gave a 360 degree masterclass en route to a special hundred but England pulled off a consolatory 17-run win over India in the third T20 International here on Sunday. Dawid Malan made a sublime 77 off 39 balls as England put India's second-string attack to sword to finish with a mammoth 215 for seven. Suryakumar (117 off 55 balls) kept India in the hunt with his classy effort but lacked support from other batters while chasing the huge target. India's innings ended at 198 for nine in 20 overs. India sealed the three-match series 2-1, having won in Southampton and Birmingham. India were on the backfoot at the start of the run chase, struggling to 31 for three in five overs. Openers Rohit Sharma (11) and Rishabh Pant (1) perished cheaply and it was another failure for Virat Kohli (11), who was caught at cover while trying to manufacture a third consecutive hit after collecting a four and a straight six off David Willey. Suryakumar brought India back into the game with a 119-run stand with Shreyas Iyer (28 off 23) who was a spectator to his partner's brilliance for the major part of the partnership. As he often does, Suryakumar toyed with the opposition bowlers and picked his shots all around the ground. The highlights of his glorious innings was the two lofted square drives off pacers Richard Gleeson and Chrish Jordan that went all the way for six. He became the fifth Indian to score a hundred in T20 Internationals by opening the face of the bat and guiding a low full toss off Willey between backward point and short third man. Also Read: Rahul Dravid, Rohit Sharma can't keep picking Virat Kohli for his past performances: Michael Vaughan His innings comprised 14 fours and half a dozen sixes. Suryakumar single-handedly brought the equation down to gettable 66 off 30 balls before running out of partners at the other end. Earlier, skipper Jos Buttler (18 off 9 balls) and Jason Roy (27 off 26) helped England reach 52 for 1 in six overs. Malan and Liam Livingstone (42 not out off 29) then shared an entertaining 84-run partnership to set the platform for a massive total. Having already sealed the series, India rested their frontline bowlers in Jasprit Bumrah, in-form Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Yuzvendra Chahal, besides star all-rounder Hardik Pandya. The Indian next-gen were taken to the cleaners by a power-packed England batting lineup which had disappointed in the first two games. Ravi Bishnoi's effort of two for 30 in four overs was the only silver lining in an otherwise ordinary bowling performance. Buttler punished the inexperienced Umran Malik during his brief stay, collecting two fours and a six off the Indian's opening over that yielded 17 runs. Avesh Khan foxed Buttler with a slower ball that he played on to the stumps. After Roy was caught behind off Malik, Malan changed gears and played proper cricketing shots that he is known for. Also Read: 'Good call': Khawaja takes a dig at Kapil Dev for questioning Virat Kohli's spot in India's T20I team He comfortably swept the spinners for maximums and was quick on the pull and cut against the pacers. Out of the five sixes, Malan's slog sweep off Ravindra Jadeja over square leg and pick up shot over cow corner off a low full toss from Avesh stood out. As he often does, Livingstone dealt in sixes as he hit four of them and alongside Harry Brook (19 off) and Chris Jordan (11 off 3) fired England past 200. Livingstone got a life when he was dropped by Virat Kohli in the deep. England amassed as many as 129 runs in the last 10 overs. Malik leaked the most runs for India, ending with figures of one for 56 in four overs.

Suryakumar Yadav's century goes in vain as England beat India by 17 runs in 3rd T20I

<p>Former India captain Kapil Dev had recently suggested Virat Kohli should be dropped from India's T20I team if he cannot bounce back from his ongoing lean patch in international cricket. Kohli, who has not scored a century in international cricket since November 2019, has struggled to score runs for India consistently across all formats. His dismal run has continued in the ongoing T20I series between India and England.</p>

<p>Kohli was dismissed on just 1 off 3 balls in the second T20I against England on Saturday leading to several former cricketers and experts questioning his place in India's T20I team. The former Indian skipper's horrendous form is also a huge concern for Team India ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia later this year.</p>

<p>Kohli had a disappointing campaign for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2022 following which he was rested from the South Africa T20I series at home. He made his comeback for India in the one-off Test against England where he failed to deliver before recording another flop show in the 2nd T20I against the hosts.</p>

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<p>Amid his ongoing rough patch, the legendary Kapil Dev had raised questions over his spot in the team and said Kohli can be dropped from the T20I team if someone like R Ashwin can be benched from the Test team.</p>

<p>"Yes, now the situation is such that you might be forced to bench Kohli from T20 playing eleven. If world No. 2 bowler Ashwin can be dropped from Test side then (once upon a time) world No. 1 batter can also be dropped," Kapil had said on <em>ABP News.</em>&nbsp;</p>

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<p>ICC took to Instagram to share a post with Kapil's latest comments about Kohli. Australian batter Usman Khawaja reacted to the post and took a dig at Kapil as he reminded Kohli's critics about his numbers in the shortest format.&nbsp;"Averages 50 at almost 140. Good call. Australia Agrees," Khawaja wrote in the comments section.</p>

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<p>Kohli has so far played 98 T20Is for India in his career and has amassed 3297 runs at a brilliant average of 50.72 and a strike rate of 137.54. He has 30 half-centuries under his belt in the shortest format and is one of the highest run-getters in T20Is.</p>


Former India captain Kapil Dev had recently suggested Virat Kohli should be dropped from India's T20I team if he cannot bounce back from his ongoing lean patch in international cricket.

Former India captain Kapil Dev had recently suggested Virat Kohli should be dropped from India's T20I team if he cannot bounce back from his ongoing lean patch in international cricket. Kohli, who has not scored a century in international cricket since November 2019, has struggled to score runs for India consistently across all formats. His dismal run has continued in the ongoing T20I series between India and England. Kohli was dismissed on just 1 off 3 balls in the second T20I against England on Saturday leading to several former cricketers and experts questioning his place in India's T20I team. The former Indian skipper's horrendous form is also a huge concern for Team India ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia later this year. Kohli had a disappointing campaign for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in IPL 2022 following which he was rested from the South Africa T20I series at home. He made his comeback for India in the one-off Test against England where he failed to deliver before recording another flop show in the 2nd T20I against the hosts. Also Read: If R Ashwin can be dropped from Tests why can't Virat Kohli be dropped from T20Is: Kapil Dev Amid his ongoing rough patch, the legendary Kapil Dev had raised questions over his spot in the team and said Kohli can be dropped from the T20I team if someone like R Ashwin can be benched from the Test team. "Yes, now the situation is such that you might be forced to bench Kohli from T20 playing eleven. If world No. 2 bowler Ashwin can be dropped from Test side then (once upon a time) world No. 1 batter can also be dropped," Kapil had said on ABP News. Also Read: Rahul Dravid, Rohit Sharma can't keep picking Virat Kohli for his past performances: Michael Vaughan ICC took to Instagram to share a post with Kapil's latest comments about Kohli. Australian batter Usman Khawaja reacted to the post and took a dig at Kapil as he reminded Kohli's critics about his numbers in the shortest format. "Averages 50 at almost 140. Good call. Australia Agrees," Khawaja wrote in the comments section. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ICC (@icc) × Kohli has so far played 98 T20Is for India in his career and has amassed 3297 runs at a brilliant average of 50.72 and a strike rate of 137.54. He has 30 half-centuries under his belt in the shortest format and is one of the highest run-getters in T20Is.

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<p>Novak Djokovic said he would make good on his deal to buy Nick Kyrgios drinks and dinner after beating the Australian to claim a fourth successive Wimbledon title on Sunday. The 35-year-old stayed ice cool on a fiercely hot afternoon as he absorbed some early brilliance from maverick Kyrgios to come back from a set down and win 4-6 6-3 6-4 7-6(3).</p>

<p>The 27-year-old Kyrgios, who lit up his first Grand Slam final with his unique blend of unique shot-making and verbal diarrhoea, described Djokovic as a God after succumbing in an absorbing three-hour contest.</p>

<p>In the build-up to the final the players, who previously had a frosty relationship, were all peace and harmony with a deal being made for the winner to buy dinner, although Kyrgios had suggested they "go nuts in a club".</p>

<p>"I don`t know if we`re going to make it happen tonight or some other night," a beaming Djokovic, who now owns seven Wimbledon and 21 Grand Slam titles, said on court after his trademark celebration of eating some blades of grass.</p>

<p>"This is a start of a wonderful relationship between us off the court as well. I didn`t respond to the (nightclub invitation) as my wife was sitting next to me. Let`s start with dinner and drinks and let`s see."</p>

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<p>Djokovic, with wife Jelena and young daughter Tara in the box, then revealed it was his wedding anniversary so Kyrgios may have to wait a little longer for his night out. Kyrgios pushed Djokovic hard but could not prevent the 35-year-old Serb taking his first Grand Slam title for a year -- a crucial dropped service game late in the third set proving costly in the end for the world number 40.</p>

<p>"Congrats to you and your team for an amazing tournament, I wish you all the best man I really really respect you a lot," Djokovic said. "I think you are a phenomenal tennis player and athlete and amazing talent.</p>

<p>"You`ve been hearing all of that for many years but now you know everything is starting to come together for you. I`m sure we`re gonna see much of you in the later stages of Grand Slams.</p>

<p>"I never thought I`m going to say so many nice things about you considering the relationship. It`s officially a bromance."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lets-go-to-a-nightclub-instagram-chat-between-djokovic-and-kyrgios-ahead-of-wimbledon-final-goes-viral-496066">&nbsp;</a></strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/lets-go-to-a-nightclub-instagram-chat-between-djokovic-and-kyrgios-ahead-of-wimbledon-final-goes-viral-496066">'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic and Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral</a></p>

<p>Kyrgios, who fell short of becoming the first Australian man to win a Grand Slam for 20 years, said he did not know whether he would be back in a Wimbledon final, saying all he wanted to do was have a vacation.</p>

<p>"He`s a bit of God, I`m not gonna lie," Kyrgios said. "I thought I played well. It`s been an amazing couple of weeks for me personally. Really happy with this result, probably the best of my career and hopefully maybe one day I`ll be here again, but I don`t know about that."</p>


Novak Djokovic said he would make good on his deal to buy Nick Kyrgios drinks and dinner after beating the Australian to claim a fourth successive Wimbledon title on Sunday.

Novak Djokovic said he would make good on his deal to buy Nick Kyrgios drinks and dinner after beating the Australian to claim a fourth successive Wimbledon title on Sunday. The 35-year-old stayed ice cool on a fiercely hot afternoon as he absorbed some early brilliance from maverick Kyrgios to come back from a set down and win 4-6 6-3 6-4 7-6(3). The 27-year-old Kyrgios, who lit up his first Grand Slam final with his unique blend of unique shot-making and verbal diarrhoea, described Djokovic as a God after succumbing in an absorbing three-hour contest. In the build-up to the final the players, who previously had a frosty relationship, were all peace and harmony with a deal being made for the winner to buy dinner, although Kyrgios had suggested they "go nuts in a club". "I don`t know if we`re going to make it happen tonight or some other night," a beaming Djokovic, who now owns seven Wimbledon and 21 Grand Slam titles, said on court after his trademark celebration of eating some blades of grass. "This is a start of a wonderful relationship between us off the court as well. I didn`t respond to the (nightclub invitation) as my wife was sitting next to me. Let`s start with dinner and drinks and let`s see." Also Read: Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win 4th straight Wimbledon title, clinches 21st Grand Slam crown Djokovic, with wife Jelena and young daughter Tara in the box, then revealed it was his wedding anniversary so Kyrgios may have to wait a little longer for his night out. Kyrgios pushed Djokovic hard but could not prevent the 35-year-old Serb taking his first Grand Slam title for a year -- a crucial dropped service game late in the third set proving costly in the end for the world number 40. "Congrats to you and your team for an amazing tournament, I wish you all the best man I really really respect you a lot," Djokovic said. "I think you are a phenomenal tennis player and athlete and amazing talent. "You`ve been hearing all of that for many years but now you know everything is starting to come together for you. I`m sure we`re gonna see much of you in the later stages of Grand Slams. "I never thought I`m going to say so many nice things about you considering the relationship. It`s officially a bromance." Also Read: 'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic and Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral Kyrgios, who fell short of becoming the first Australian man to win a Grand Slam for 20 years, said he did not know whether he would be back in a Wimbledon final, saying all he wanted to do was have a vacation. "He`s a bit of God, I`m not gonna lie," Kyrgios said. "I thought I played well. It`s been an amazing couple of weeks for me personally. Really happy with this result, probably the best of my career and hopefully maybe one day I`ll be here again, but I don`t know about that."

Dinner's on me, but not tonight: Novak Djokovic tells Nick Kyrgios after Wimbledon triumph

<p>Novak Djokovic closed the gap on arch-rival Rafael Nadal as he defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles title at the Centre Court on Sunday (July 10). One of the greatest of all time, Djokovic was the favourite against Kyrgios, who was playing his maiden Grand Slam final at Wimbledon after getting a walk-over in the semi-final against Rafael Nadal, who pulled out of the tournament due to an injury.</p>

<p>Djokovic extended his dominance on the grass court with a record-equalling seventh Wimbledon title. He has now matched the feats of American great&nbsp;Pete Sampras and William Renshaw for the second most men's singles title in the history of Wimbledon.</p>

<p>Djokovic is now only behind the legendary Roger Federer, who has won the prestigious competition a staggering 8 times in his career so far. This is Djokovic's 4th straight triumph in the men's singles competition at Wimbledon having won the title in 2018, 2019 and 2021 while the tournament was called off due to COVID-19 in 2020.</p>

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<p>Djokovic went down 4-6 in the first set but the relentless Serbian staged an incredible comeback to beat the Australian 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3). The Serbian ace has now pipped Federer in the race for the most men's singles Grand Slam titles and is only one short of equalling Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grad Slams.</p>

<p>While Djokovic has now won 21 Grand Slam singles titles in his illustrious career, Federer, who gave a miss to Wimbledon this year is on 20 titles.</p>

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<p><strong>Ice cool Djokovic outclasses fiery Kyrgios</strong></p>

<p>In a heated contest between the duo, Djokovic maintained his calm and stayed serene throughout the epic final. While Kyrgios continuously talked with himself and complained to the match officials, Djokovic displayed nerves of ice in extereme heat conditions on the Centre Court with the temperature soaring up to 35 degrees Celsius.</p>

<p>Djokovic maintianed his composure during the final and was seen doing a fresh new celebration with a flying gesture while lying on the ground after lifting his seventh Wimbledon title as the crowd at the Centre Court stood up to applaud the 21-time Grand Slam champion.</p>


Novak Djokovic closed the gap on arch-rival Rafael Nadal as he defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles title at the Centre Court on Sunday (July 10).

Novak Djokovic closed the gap on arch-rival Rafael Nadal as he defeated Australian Nick Kyrgios in the final to win the Wimbledon 2022 men's singles title at the Centre Court on Sunday (July 10). One of the greatest of all time, Djokovic was the favourite against Kyrgios, who was playing his maiden Grand Slam final at Wimbledon after getting a walk-over in the semi-final against Rafael Nadal, who pulled out of the tournament due to an injury. Djokovic extended his dominance on the grass court with a record-equalling seventh Wimbledon title. He has now matched the feats of American great Pete Sampras and William Renshaw for the second most men's singles title in the history of Wimbledon. Djokovic is now only behind the legendary Roger Federer, who has won the prestigious competition a staggering 8 times in his career so far. This is Djokovic's 4th straight triumph in the men's singles competition at Wimbledon having won the title in 2018, 2019 and 2021 while the tournament was called off due to COVID-19 in 2020. Centre Court rises again for one of its great champions Congratulations, @DjokerNole #Wimbledon | #CentreCourt100 pic.twitter.com/RAm2mm56pS — Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 10, 2022 × Also Read: Elena Rybakina's memorable journey to historic Wimbledon triumph Djokovic went down 4-6 in the first set but the relentless Serbian staged an incredible comeback to beat the Australian 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6(3). The Serbian ace has now pipped Federer in the race for the most men's singles Grand Slam titles and is only one short of equalling Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grad Slams. While Djokovic has now won 21 Grand Slam singles titles in his illustrious career, Federer, who gave a miss to Wimbledon this year is on 20 titles. Also Read: 'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic & Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral Ice cool Djokovic outclasses fiery Kyrgios In a heated contest between the duo, Djokovic maintained his calm and stayed serene throughout the epic final. While Kyrgios continuously talked with himself and complained to the match officials, Djokovic displayed nerves of ice in extereme heat conditions on the Centre Court with the temperature soaring up to 35 degrees Celsius. Djokovic maintianed his composure during the final and was seen doing a fresh new celebration with a flying gesture while lying on the ground after lifting his seventh Wimbledon title as the crowd at the Centre Court stood up to applaud the 21-time Grand Slam champion.

Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win 4th straight Wimbledon title, clinches 21st Grand Slam crown

<p>Charles Leclerc survived a late throttle scare to win the Austrian Grand Prix for Ferrari on Sunday and move back up as Formula One world championship leader Max Verstappen`s closest rival. Red Bull`s Verstappen had to settle for second, with a comfortable 38-point lead over the Monegasque after 11 of 22 races.</p>

<p>Mercedes` seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton completed the podium for the third race in a row. "I was scared. I was really scared," said a relieved Leclerc over the team radio after taking the chequered flag at the Red Bull Ring with Verstappen in his mirrors and one and half seconds behind.</p>

<p>He overtook the Dutch driver three times in the race but feared the win might still slip away as he battled a throttle problem over the last few laps.</p>

<p>"It would get stuck at 20 or 30% throttle in the low speeds, so it was very tricky. We managed to make it stick until the end and I am so happy," said Leclerc.</p>

<p>"I definitely needed that one. The last five races have been incredibly difficult for myself and for the team. To finally show that we have the pace in the car and we can do it is incredible."</p>

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<p>Leclerc`s Spanish teammate Carlos Sainz had already retired with an engine failure, his car rolling to a halt and flames erupting from the rear, with 14 laps to go while chasing a likely Ferrari one-two. Verstappen`s teammate Sergio Perez, who had been second overall, also failed to finish with his car damaged in a first-lap collision with Mercedes` George Russell, who ended up fourth despite a five-second penalty.</p>

<p>The win was Leclerc`s third of the season, his first since Australia in April and the first time he was won from anywhere other than pole position. Verstappen had been chasing his fourth Austrian GP win in five years, with his Orange Army out in their tens of thousands to cheer him on. Organisers put the weekend attendance at 303,000.</p>

<p>"Unfortunately I couldn`t give them a win today but second place is still a good result," he said.</p>

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<p>Alpine`s Esteban Ocon was fifth, ahead of Mick Schumacher -- who scored the first Formula One points of his career at Silverstone last weekend -- in sixth for Haas. The German was voted driver of the day.</p>

<p>Lando Norris finished seventh for McLaren ahead of Haas`s Kevin Magnussen and McLaren`s Daniel Ricciardo with Alpine`s Fernando Alonso taking the final point in 10th. The starting grid was set by a Saturday sprint, the second of the season, won by Verstappen from pole position with Leclerc second. The top eight in that race also took points.</p>


Charles Leclerc survived a late throttle scare to win the Austrian Grand Prix for Ferrari on Sunday and move back up as Formula One world championship leader Max Verstappen`s closest rival.

Charles Leclerc survived a late throttle scare to win the Austrian Grand Prix for Ferrari on Sunday and move back up as Formula One world championship leader Max Verstappen`s closest rival. Red Bull`s Verstappen had to settle for second, with a comfortable 38-point lead over the Monegasque after 11 of 22 races. Mercedes` seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton completed the podium for the third race in a row. "I was scared. I was really scared," said a relieved Leclerc over the team radio after taking the chequered flag at the Red Bull Ring with Verstappen in his mirrors and one and half seconds behind. He overtook the Dutch driver three times in the race but feared the win might still slip away as he battled a throttle problem over the last few laps. "It would get stuck at 20 or 30% throttle in the low speeds, so it was very tricky. We managed to make it stick until the end and I am so happy," said Leclerc. "I definitely needed that one. The last five races have been incredibly difficult for myself and for the team. To finally show that we have the pace in the car and we can do it is incredible." Also Read: Battle for best Rafael in sport? Fiziev calls out tennis legend Nadal after win at UFC Vegas 58 Leclerc`s Spanish teammate Carlos Sainz had already retired with an engine failure, his car rolling to a halt and flames erupting from the rear, with 14 laps to go while chasing a likely Ferrari one-two. Verstappen`s teammate Sergio Perez, who had been second overall, also failed to finish with his car damaged in a first-lap collision with Mercedes` George Russell, who ended up fourth despite a five-second penalty. The win was Leclerc`s third of the season, his first since Australia in April and the first time he was won from anywhere other than pole position. Verstappen had been chasing his fourth Austrian GP win in five years, with his Orange Army out in their tens of thousands to cheer him on. Organisers put the weekend attendance at 303,000. "Unfortunately I couldn`t give them a win today but second place is still a good result," he said. Also Read: 'Let's go to a nightclub..': Instagram chat between Djokovic and Kyrgios ahead of Wimbledon final goes viral Alpine`s Esteban Ocon was fifth, ahead of Mick Schumacher -- who scored the first Formula One points of his career at Silverstone last weekend -- in sixth for Haas. The German was voted driver of the day. Lando Norris finished seventh for McLaren ahead of Haas`s Kevin Magnussen and McLaren`s Daniel Ricciardo with Alpine`s Fernando Alonso taking the final point in 10th. The starting grid was set by a Saturday sprint, the second of the season, won by Verstappen from pole position with Leclerc second. The top eight in that race also took points.

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc beats Max Verstappen to win Austrian Grand Prix, revives title hopes

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