Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani made history by hitting his 50th home run and stealing his 50th base in the same season, a first in MLB. Ohtani achieved this milestone during a game against the Miami Marlins, where he hit two home runs and stole two bases. Despite not pitching this season due…
Researchers at IIT Madras have developed a portable point-of-care-ultrasound (POCUS) scanner that can accurately assess sports injuries on the field. This AI-driven technology provides high-quality images in a small and cost-effective device, allowing coaches and physios to make better decisions about player injuries. The scanner, developed at the Centre of Excellence in Sports Science and…
Lotus has just released three teasers for their upcoming electric sports car, the Theory 1, set to be unveiled on September 16. The brand, now majority-owned by Geely, is transitioning to electric models after the Emira, its final ICE vehicle. The teasers showcase futuristic design elements and potential regenerative technology. The Theory 1 is expected…
Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered a concussion during a game against the Buffalo Bills after colliding with a defensive back. Tagovailoa has a history of head injuries, with two concussions during the 2022 season. His teammates and opponents expressed concern for his well-being, emphasizing that he is a great person off the field. Tagovailoa’s…
A group of successful athletes, including Bhaichung Bhutia, Heena Sidhu, Murlikant Petkar, Aditi Chauhan, Aditi Nandy, Vijender Singh, and Jyoti Surekha, recently gathered in Delhi to inspire young athletes and their parents. They emphasized the importance of passion and joy in sports, with each athlete sharing their unique journey and experiences. They also discussed the…
A federal judge has partially blocked a New Hampshire law that prevents some transgender students from competing on school sports teams that align with their gender identity. The injunction allows one of the teenage plaintiffs in the case to try out for her school’s sports teams. The judge reasoned that the law violates Title IX…
Jannik Sinner won the U.S. Open men’s championship by beating Taylor Fritz in straight sets. Sinner’s relentless baseline game secured him his second Grand Slam title. He has been in great form, winning 11 straight matches and six titles in 2024. Despite facing a doping case that he was later cleared of due to unintentional…
Rapper Kendrick Lamar is set to headline the Super Bowl LIX halftime show in New Orleans, as announced by the NFL. Lamar, a highly decorated artist with numerous Grammy and BET Awards, as well as a Pulitzer Prize for music, expressed his excitement about showcasing the impact of rap music on a global stage. The…
Aryna Sabalenka won the U.S. Open women’s final, defeating Jessica Pegula in a thrilling match. Sabalenka, from Belarus, earned her third Grand Slam title and a $3.6 million prize. Pegula, a native New Yorker, was the runner-up and will receive $1.8 million. This year also marks the 50th anniversary of equal prize money for male…
This year’s U.S. Open winners will receive a record purse of $75 million, with the men’s and women’s singles champions each earning $3.6 million. This is a 20% increase from last year. American players like Emma Navarro, Jessica Pegula, Taylor Fritz, and Frances Tiafoe are in contention for the title. Doubles players earn less, with…