New Delhi Emerges as Contender to Host World Chess Championship Match; Tyson Fight Postponed Due to Health Scare; England Bowler Carse Faces Ban; Pranavi Urs Leads Dormy Open; Sports Schedule for the Day
Delhi Joins Race to Host World Chess Championship Match Between D. Gukesh and Ding Liren
New Delhi has thrown its hat into the ring to host the World Championship match between Indian prodigy D. Gukesh and China’s Ding Liren, joining Chennai and Singapore in the race. The All India Chess Federation has backed the national capital’s bid, accusing the Tamil Nadu government of acting unilaterally by pushing Chennai’s name.
Meanwhile, in the world of boxing, Mike Tyson’s much-anticipated return to the ring against YouTuber Jake Paul has been postponed following a recent health scare. The former heavyweight champion, Tyson, needed medical treatment after complaining of nausea and dizziness on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles.
In cricket news, England and Durham bowler Brydon Carse will serve a three-month ban over historical betting on matches following an anti-corruption investigation by the Cricket Regulator. On the Ladies European Tour, Pranavi Urs has moved into the joint lead at the Dormy Open after the second round.
In other sports action, the Singapore Open finals in badminton, ICC T20 World Cup matches, FIH Pro League hockey match between Britain and India, and the French Open tennis tournament are all set to take place.
Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting sporting events!