Hockey

Sports Authority of India accepted resignation of Hockey India’s high performance director,David John.

Tennis

Top ranked Novak Djokovic overcame neck pain to beat Berankis 7-6,6-4 at Western and Southern Open in New York on Monday.However top guns Dominic Thiem,Alexander Zverev bowed out.Serena Williams survived a scare to beat Arantxa Rus in thrilling three setter.

Athletics

Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt confirmed he tested positive for Covid-19.He celebrated his 34th Birthday last week.

Boxing

Olympic bound boxer Simranjit Kaur is still in search of job.She says Punjab govt.has money for Tik-Tokers but not for boxers.

Basketball

Los Angeles Lakers beat Portland Blazers 135-115 on Monday night to take 3-1 lead in NBA playoff series.

By Shailesh Padhye