Sports
Federer clarifies joke about retirement after US Open win
New York, Aug 29 (AP/UNB) — Roger Federer sent something of a shock wave through the tennis world with what he thought was an obvious joke after improving to 18-0 in first-round matches at the U.S. Open.
Djokovic in 'survival mode' at steamy US Open; Federer wins
New York, Aug 29 (AP/UNB) — His cheeks red, hair matted with sweat, Novak Djokovic appeared to be in such distress as he trudged to a changeover on a steamy U.S. Open afternoon that someone suggested it would be a good idea to have a trash can at the ready, just in case he lost his lunch.
Former England striker Berahino ends 2 ½-year goal drought
London, Aug 29 (AP/UNB) — Saido Berahino, once one of the hottest young strikers in English soccer, ended a 2 1/2-year goal drought Tuesday to help second-tier Stoke into the third round of the English League Cup at the expense of Premier League club Huddersfield.
FIFA Friendly: Bangladesh concede 0-1 defeat against Sri Lanka
Nilphamari, Aug 29 (UNB) – Bangladesh conceded a solitary goal defeat against visiting Sri Lanka in their one-off FIFA Friendly match at jam-packed Sheikh Kamal Stadium here on Wednesday.
Asiad Hockey: Bangladesh to play South Korea in place-decider Saturday
Dhaka, Aug 29 (UNB) – Bangladesh National Hockey team will play stronger South Korea in the 5th place-deciding match of the 18th Asian Games Men’s Hockey on Saturday (Sept 1) at the Gelora Bung Karno (GBK) Hockey field in Jakarta.
Unilever’s reception for U-17 football champions Sonadighi School
Rajshahi, Aug 29 (UNB) – Gigantic multinational Unilever’s leading men’s shampoo brand “Clear” accorded a reception to the national U-17 Football Champions Rajshahi Sonadighi High School at the Uttara Community Centre in Rajshahi on Wednesday.
Bangabandhu U-17 Gold Cup Football begins in Netrakona on Saturday
Dhaka, Aug 29 (UNB)- The countrywide Bangabandhu Gold Cup Under-17 National Football Tournament, organized by Youth and Sports Ministry, will begin on Saturday (Sept 1) at Sheikh Russel Mini Stadium of Barhatta Upazila in Netrakona.
Serena Williams easily wins 1st US Open match in 2 years
New York, Aug 28 (AP/UNB) — Serena Williams was disappointed she didn't get to say goodbye to her daughter before heading to Flushing Meadows to play in the U.S. Open for the first time in two years Monday night.
Call it a comeback: Murray, Wawrinka win US Open returns
New York, Aug 28 (AP/UNB) — Andy Murray pumped his fist and then did it again, exulting as if he had just won his match.
Usain Bolt to play first match for Central Coast Mariners
Gosford, Aug 28 (AP/UNB) — Jamaica sprint star Usain Bolt will make his first appearance for A-League club the Central Coast Mariners in a pre-season match against a Central Coast amateur selection on Friday.