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Ticket sales for Neeraj Chopra javelin meet goes live
Ticket sales for Neeraj Chopra's international javelin meet are now live on the District by Zomato app. Prices range from ₹199 to ₹9,999, with top global athletes confirmed to compete at Bengaluru's Kanteerava Stadium on May 24.

Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son called up by Portugal Under-15s
Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano dos Santos, has been selected for the Portugal Under-15 squad. At 14, he plays for Al-Nassr and has previously been with Manchester United and Juventus. The team will compete in the Vlatko Markovic youth tournament in Croatia from May 13-18, facing Japan, Greece, and England.

Soccer-Dembele fit for Arsenal clash as PSG eye Champions League final
Paris St Germain received a boost ahead of their Champions League semi-final against Arsenal, as Ousmane Dembele was declared fit to play. PSG coach Luis Enrique emphasized the team's growth in cohesion and tactical maturity this season. The match will take place at Parc des Princes, with PSG aiming for a place in the final against either Inter Milan or Barcelona.

Which US athletes attended the 2025 Met Gala? Here's a list
Athletes from various sports dominated the 2025 Met Gala, celebrating Black style. Highlights included Simone Biles, Dwyane Wade, Serena Williams, and Jalen Hurts, who showcased stunning tailored looks and dramatic fashion statements on the iconic red carpet.

Who is Nessa Diab? Woman beside the former NFL QB Colin Kaepernick at Met Gala 2025
Media personality Nessa Diab, born to Egyptian immigrants, is a radio host at Hot 97, MTV personality, and activist. Partnered with Colin Kaepernick since 2015, they co-founded Know Your Rights Camp and share a daughter, recently attending Met Gala 2025.

India eye final berth as South Africa aim for survival in women's Tri-Series
India aims to secure a final spot in the women's Tri-series by defeating a struggling South Africa team on Wednesday, following a loss to Sri Lanka that ended their eight-match winning streak. Despite a strong batting performance led by Pratika Rawal, India's bowlers need improvement. South Africa, meanwhile, has struggled with form and adapting to the heat.
Carlo Ancelotti reaches verbal agreement as Real Madrid exit nears to make move to Brazil
Carlo Ancelotti is set to leave Real Madrid after reaching a verbal agreement, with plans to coach Brazil's national team ahead of next year's FIFA World Cup, following a recent 3-2 win against Celta Vigo.

Will Manolo Marquez stay with FC Goa, quit as India head coach?
Manolo Marquez's future with India's national football team is uncertain. After leading FC Goa to Super Cup victory, he hints at potential departure, citing frustration with team performance and organizational challenges. His contract expires May 31, with possible early exit after Hong Kong qualifier.

Twins welcome back Royce Lewis as they open homestand vs. O's
Royce Lewis is set to make his season debut for the Minnesota Twins after being activated from the injured list. He has been sidelined since spring training due to a hamstring injury. The Twins, fresh off a series win against the Red Sox, will face the Baltimore Orioles, who are also struggling this season.

Snooker-Zhao becomes China's first world snooker champion after comeback from ban
Zhao Xintong made history as the first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship, defeating three-time champion Mark Williams 18-12 at the Crucible Theatre. Despite a prior 20-month ban for match-fixing, Zhao's impressive performance secured his victory, earning him a £500,000 prize. He previously overcame seven-time champion Ronnie O'Sullivan in the semi-finals.

Snooker-Zhao becomes China's first world snooker champion after comeback from ban
Zhao Xintong made history as the first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship, defeating Mark Williams 18-12 at the Crucible Theatre. Despite a 20-month ban due to a match-fixing scandal, Zhao's remarkable comeback included a semi-final win over Ronnie O'Sullivan. The victory earned him £500,000 and solidified his status as snooker's next superstar.

Hurricanes' Sebastian Aho celebrates arrival of baby during extended break in Stanley Cup Playoffs
Carolina Hurricanes star Sebastian Aho became a first-time father as his wife, Rosa, gave birth to a daughter during the team's playoff break. Aho expressed joy at being present for the moment, stating both mother and baby are healthy. This joyful event coincided with Aho's successful performance in the playoffs, highlighting a significant week for the athlete.

Indian Open race walk under scanner after AFI glitch
India Open race walking results remain unconfirmed due to a technical glitch in the women's 35km event. World Athletics may not recognize the competition, forcing athletes to seek alternative qualification opportunities for the Tokyo World Championships.
Jannik Sinner doping ban expires, World No. 1 to feature at Italian Open
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner returns from a three-month doping ban, set to play Italian Open after settlement with WADA. He previously won Australian Open in January and faced criticism during his suspension, maintaining his innocence.

Brewers' Tobias Myers bids to find form in encounter vs. Astros
The Milwaukee Brewers aim for a strong performance from Tobias Myers in their series opener against the Houston Astros. Myers, struggling since returning from injury, faces Ronel Blanco, who has also been inconsistent. The Brewers recently defeated the Cubs 4-0, while the Astros lost to the White Sox. Both teams are looking to regain momentum.