The sporting world is in full swing this Saturday, with Carlos Alcaraz blazing into the Barcelona Open semifinals, young sprinter Aarti clinching her second bronze at the Asian Under-18 Athletics, and high-stakes cricket, golf, and basketball action unfolding across the globe.
Here’s your LIVE roundup of today’s biggest moments:
Alcaraz Dominates, Sets Up Fils Rematch in Barcelona
World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz is one step closer to defending his Barcelona Open crown after dismantling Alex de Minaur (7-5, 6-3) in a swift quarterfinal. Next up? A fiery rematch with Arthur Fils, who advanced after Stefanos Tsitsipas retired injured.
“I’m feeling strong and ready,” said Alcaraz, who edged Fils in a three-set thriller at Monte Carlo last week. Meanwhile, Holger Rune stunned defending champ Casper Ruud, shaking up the draw.
Aarti Strikes Double Bronze in Asian U-18 Athletics!
India’s rising sprint star Aarti added another medal to her haul, securing bronze in the 200m (24.31 sec) at the Asian Under-18 Championships in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This comes just days after her 100m podium finish—proving she’s one to watch.
Justin Thomas Eyes RBC Heritage Glory
Justin Thomas is on fire at the RBC Heritage, holding a two-shot lead after a blistering course-record-tying 61 in Round 1. Can he fend off Kim Si-woo and Russell Henley for his first win since 2022?
IPL Buzz: Chahal’s Magic & MPL Auction Surprises
- Yuzvendra Chahal is back in form, with Punjab Kings skipper Shreyas Iyer hailing him as “one of the IPL’s best.”
- Maharashtra Premier League auctions saw Rajneesh Gurbani (₹5.2L) & Tejal Hasabnis (₹4.4L) fetch top bids.
- BCCI bans ex-Mumbai T20 owner Gurmeet Bhamrah for corruption charges.
Shooting WC: Indian Olympians Fall Short
Paris-bound shooters Shriyanka Sadangi & Anish Bhanwala finished 8th and 25th in their events at the ISSF World Cup in Lima.
NBA Play-In & More LIVE Action Ahead!
- ICC Women’s WC Qualifiers: Pakistan vs. Bangladesh & West Indies vs. Thailand.
- IPL Double-Header: More fireworks expected as teams battle for playoff spots.
Stay tuned for real-time updates as the drama unfolds!
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