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ZURICH, 30 August 2026 (News Desk): Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer became emotional and broke down in tears during his induction ceremony into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Federer’s wife, Mirka, introduced him at the ceremony. As he walked onto the stage, Federer embraced and kissed her before beginning his speech. During his nearly 30-minute address, the former world No. 1 struggled to contain his emotions on several occasions. Reflecting on his illustrious career, Federer recalled his childhood hero, Stefan Edberg, and described his tears as “tears of joy.” Federer also became emotional while speaking about his longtime coach Severin Lüthi and his wife, Mirka, acknowledging the important role they played throughout his career. While thanking his wife, Federer jokingly remark...

LONDON, 30 August 2026 (News Desk): Pakistan opening batter Imam-ul-Haq is unlikely to feature in the remainder of the ongoing Lord’s Test against England after suffering a calf injury. According to Cricinfo, scans revealed that Imam has sustained a Grade 1 tear in his left calf. The left-handed batter has been advised to rest for 10 days following the assessment. Imam was forced off the field after tea on the opening day, with Salman Ali Agha coming on as his substitute. Due to the injury, Imam was unable to bat in Pakistan’s first innings, as the visitors were bowled out for just 110 runs in fewer than 38 overs in reply to England’s 290. Following the injury, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said Imam’s participation would depend on his recovery. Pakistan pacer Mohammad Ali also refraine...

 LONDON, 30 August 2026 (News Desk): England’s pace attack made early inroads as Pakistan found themselves in deep trouble during their daunting chase of 389 runs on day four of the second Test at Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday. Pakistan were 53 for three in 17 overs at lunch, with Saud Shakeel unbeaten on 23 off 36 balls, including four boundaries, while Shan Masood was not out on 15 after striking two fours. Pakistan suffered a disastrous start to their chase, losing Azan Awais for four in the fourth over. Abdullah Shafique followed shortly afterwards, being bowled for a duck to leave Pakistan struggling at 7 for two. Babar Azam also failed to provide stability, falling to Jofra Archer. The England pacer produced a fierce bouncer that put the Pakistan batter in an awkward posit...