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Iga Swiatek ended her long wait for a title in emphatic fashion, defeating Elena Rybakina 6-2, 6-3 in the Canadian Open 2026 final in Toronto. The Polish star, playing her first singles final of the season, produced a dominant display against the Australian Open champion and second seed. Swiatek quickly seized control, breaking Rybakina early and maintaining relentless pressure from the baseline. Rybakina struggled to find her rhythm, committing several unforced errors and failing to consistently utilise her powerful serve. Swiatek remained composed on crucial points, saving break opportunities and converting her chances to close out the opening set 6-2. The former world No.1 continued in the same vein in the second set, securing another break before sealing victory 6-3 to claim her first title of 2026 and 26th WTA singles crown.

BY Photo Webdesk 14 August 2026

Record-breaking rainfall has battered eastern Japan, triggering severe flooding and landslides, disrupting transport and leaving thousands stranded, including at Narita Airport. This photo gallery captures flooded roads and homes, stranded commuters, rescue efforts and the widespread impact of the extreme weather.

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Bangladesh produced a stunning display of pace bowling on Day 1 of the first Test in Darwin, bowling out Australia for 198 before reaching 96/1 at stumps. Hasan Mahmud starred with 6/55, including the key wicket of Steve Smith, who top-scored with 71. Australia’s top order struggled on a slow, green-tinged pitch, while Bangladesh’s batters showed patience against the hosts’ formidable attack. Tanzid Hasan was unbeaten on 32 and Mominul Haque on 35 as Bangladesh ended the day in a strong position, just 102 runs behind with nine wickets in hand.

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Rescue teams race against time to save workers trapped after a tunnel collapse in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district

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Iga Swiatek defeated Elina Svitolina 6-3, 1-6, 6-3 in a thrilling Canadian Open 2026 semifinal to reach her first WTA final of the season. The seventh seed made a strong start, taking the opening set 6-3, but Svitolina responded impressively in the second, racing to a 6-1 set to force a decider. The Ukrainian then broke early in the third set, but Swiatek immediately hit back and regained control of the contest. The Pole eventually won four consecutive games after trailing 2-3 to close out a hard-fought victory. Swiatek finished with 27 winners and 52 unforced errors, while Svitolina recorded 22 winners and 51 unforced errors. The win also avenged Swiatek’s two defeats to Svitolina earlier this season.

BY Photo Webdesk 13 August 2026

Elena Rybakina staged a stunning comeback against Coco Gauff to reach the Canadian Open final, defeating the American fourth seed 5-7, 6-2, 6-2 in a hard-fought semi-final in Montreal. Gauff made the stronger start and edged a tight opening set 7-5, putting Rybakina under early pressure. However, the second seed responded emphatically, taking control of the match with powerful serving and aggressive baseline play. Rybakina levelled the contest at 6-2 before carrying her momentum into the deciding set, where she produced another dominant display to complete the comeback. The Kazakh finished with 21 winners and 49 unforced errors, while Gauff hit 17 winners and committed 60 unforced errors. The victory secured Rybakina's maiden Canadian Open final, where she will face Iga Swiatek.

BY Photo Webdesk 13 August 2026

Oil residue stains the shores of Iran’s Qeshm Island, including mangrove-lined waters and Shib Deraz Beach, amid ongoing conflict around the Strait of Hormuz

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The Indian men’s cricket team underwent a pre-match training session at the Galle International Stadium on Thursday, August 13, ahead of the opening Test against Sri Lanka. Captain Shubman Gill was seen training with KL Rahul, Devdutt Padikkal, Rishabh Pant, and other members of the squad, while head coach Gautam Gambhir kept a close watch on the proceedings. The players took part in batting, fielding, and fitness drills as India made its final preparations for the first Test, which begins on August 15 in Galle. The two-match series carries added significance for both teams, with crucial World Test Championship points on the line.

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