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Neeraj Chopra in Diamond League final; Sindhu, SatChi in Badminton World Championships: Indian Sports LIVE, August 28

Here are all the updates from Indian sports on August 28, 2025.

Townsend, Ostapenko have heated exchange after US Open match

US Open opponents Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko got into a face-to-face argument on the Court 11 sideline right after Townsend won their second-round match 7-5, 6-1 on Wednesday.

Man United, Amorim hit new low with loss to Grimsby

Ruben Amorim and Manchester United arrived in Grimsby keen to start winning again. Instead, they made history with their latest low point.

Daniil Medvedev fined $42.5K for US Open outburst, racket abuse

Daniil Medvedev was fined $30,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct and another $12,500 for racket abuse following his outburst during his first-round loss at the US Open.

Novak Djokovic back in US Open 3rd round after sluggish start

No. 7 Novak Djokovic overcame a slow start to beat American qualifier Zachary Svajda 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-3, 6-1 on Wednesday, remaining unbeaten for his career in the first two rounds of the US Open.

Grimsby GK Pym, a Man United fan, 'half fuming' after win

Grimsby goalkeeper Christy Pym said it "had not sunk in" after his side knocked Manchester United out of the Carabao Cup by winning an epic penalty shootout 12-11.

Amorim slams Man United players after shock loss to Grimsby

Ruben Amorim hit out at his Manchester United players and said the "best team won" after they suffered a humiliating loss to fourth-tier Grimsby Town.

Chelsea closing in on transfer for Man United's Garnacho - sources

Chelsea are closing in on a move for Alejandro Garnacho after stepping up talks with Man United over a £40 million ($54m) deal, sources told ESPN.

No world record, but Armand Duplantis wins 5th straight Diamond League title

Armand Duplantis won the men's pole vault at the Diamond League final in Zurich, clearing 6.00m before falling short of the meet record. The Swede now owns five Diamond League titles, just two shy of the all-time record.

Arsenal or Chelsea to win Premier League? Week 2 overreactions

After hitting most of our overreaction predictions last season, we're running it back. Expect a new champion in England, some giants in Spain and Germany to drop, and Chelsea's Estevao to have a big year.

Chelsea transfers: Aaron Anselmino joins Dortmund on loan

Chelsea defender Aaron Anselmino has joined Borussia Dortmund on a season-long loan.

Tottenham eye Paquetá, Simons, Rabiot before transfer deadline - sources

Tottenham Hotspur are aiming to make at least two further signings in what could prove a hectic end to the summer window, sources have told ESPN.

Barcelona eye Monaco's Vanderson as defensive reinforcement - source

Monaco full-back Vanderson is one of the options being considered by Barcelona depending on exits before the transfer window closes a source told ESPN.

Hugo Ekitike snubbed by France despite strong Liverpool start

Hugo Ekitike has been snubbed by France manager Didier Deschamps for the World Cup qualifiers against Ukraine and Iceland despite his fine start for Liverpool.

Erling Haaland changes name on back of Norway shirt

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has changed the name on the back of his Norway shirt.

US Open: Emma Raducanu into third round after 4 years, 5th seed Draper withdraws

Emma Raducanu stormed into the US Open third round with a 6-2, 6-1 win over Janice Tjen — her first deep run in New York since her 2021 title. The Brit hit 16 winners and 8 aces, while fellow Brit Jack Draper pulled out of the men's draw with injury.

Novak Djokovic secures comeback win vs Zachary Svadja to move into 3rd round

Novak Djokovic secured a second-round win over Zachary Svadja in the US Open men's singles competition. He will now be up against the winner between Cameron Norrie and Francisco Comesana.

Bold statement! 'Gautam Gambhir values bowlers who can bat': Ex-India cricketer

Aakash Chopra suggests Gautam Gambhir's preference for bowlers who can bat might be limiting Kuldeep Yadav's opportunities, despite his improved red-ball form. Kuldeep didn't feature in the England Test series, raising questions about his role under Gambhir's coaching approach. While he's in the Asia Cup squad, a significant role may have to wait for home conditions.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi headlines PKL 12 season opener on National Sports Day

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 kicks off on National Sports Day with sporting icons Pullela Gopichand, Dhanraj Pillay, Pardeep Narwal, and Vaibhav Suryavanshi uniting as kabaddi celebrates its roots with new formats and fierce rivalries.

World Badminton Championships: PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag enter Round of 16

PV Sindhu displayed remarkable resilience at the BWF World Championships, overcoming a shaky start to defeat Malaysia's Letshanaa Karupathevan in the women’s singles. After a tough first game where she trailed significantly, Sindhu rallied to secure a 21-19, 21-15 victory. This win propels the two-time Olympic medallist into the pre-quarterfinals, keeping her hopes alive for another world title.