Tennis Australia bans Russian, Belarusian flags at Australian Open

Jan 17, 2023

The Russian flag was waved by supporters of Kamilla Rakhimova as she competed against Kateryna Baindl of Ukraine in the opening round.

R Vaishali wins FIDE Women's Candidates; set to face Ju Wenjun for Women's World Championship

Apr 15, 2026

Indian Grandmaster R Vaishali clinched the FIDE Women's Candidates title after defeating Kateryna Lagno in the final round on Wednesday in Cyprus.

Praggnanandhaa, Union Sports Minister Mandaviya hail Vaishali for FIDE Candidates 2026

Apr 16, 2026

R Vaishali clinched the FIDE Women's Candidates title after defeating Kateryna Lagno in the final round on Wednesday in Cyprus. The ace Chess player...

Andhra Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan hails Vaishali's Candidates triumph as 'Nari Shakti' milestone

Apr 16, 2026

Vaishali sealed the title with a composed final-round victory over Kateryna Lagno in Cyprus, finishing half a point clear at the top. Playing with...