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News18
8 hours ago
- News18
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden, Kenny Bednarek Shine In 100m At USTAF Championships
Last Updated: Jefferson-Wooden clocked 10.65 seconds, while Bednarek produced an effort of 9.79 seconds, to win the 100m at the US Championships, and seal spots for Tokyo's World Championships. Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Kenny Bednarek soared to victories in the 100m at the US Championships in Oregon on Friday, securing their spots at Tokyo's World Championships in spectacular style. Emerging US talent Jefferson-Wooden delivered a breathtaking performance in the women's 100m at Eugene's Hayward Field, crossing the finish line in a world-leading 10.65 seconds. This remarkable time places Jefferson-Wooden among the elite, tying her with Marion Jones, Shericka Jackson, and reigning 100m world champion Sha'Carri Richardson as the fifth-fastest woman ever. The 24-year-old from South Carolina now stands as the clear favorite for the World Championships in Japan, where she will pursue her first major title after earning a bronze medal in the 100m at the Paris Olympics last season. 'I've been dreaming of days like this, and it's finally starting to come true," Jefferson-Wooden told reporters, expressing her disbelief at joining the ranks of the all-time greats in the 100m. 'It's surreal. It doesn't actually sound real. You look at all these races, all these amazing women who have accomplished these things — me being part of that list is actually kind of crazy." 'I'm happy with the time, happy with the performance," Bednarek said. 'I definitely have way more in the tank. I already knew I was in this kind of shape — I just needed to let one rip, and I did." Cramps and more Bednarek revealed that his race nearly fell apart due to cramping mid-race. He barely had time to react to the problem before powering through to victory. 'When something like that happens, you say 'Screw it, I'm going,'" Bednarek said. 'You just gotta keep going." However, there was disappointment for 2019 world champion Christian Coleman, who finished fifth and missed out on qualifying for Tokyo. Coleman qualified for Friday's final just hours after news broke that he had allegedly been assaulted by girlfriend Sha'Carri Richardson at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Sunday. Elsewhere on Friday, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone hinted at her readiness to extend her dominance from the 400m hurdles to the 400m flat with a commanding victory in the opening heats. The 25-year-old has remained unbeaten over the 400m hurdles since 2019, earning back-to-back Olympic gold medals and a 2022 World Championship gold. However, McLaughlin-Levrone is focusing on the 400m at the US Championships, apparently choosing to skip the 400m hurdles at the Tokyo World Championships. McLaughlin-Levrone was always in control on Friday, finishing first in her semi-final heat with a time of 49.59 seconds, several meters ahead of second-placed Lynna Irby-Jackson, who clocked in at 50.59 seconds. While McLaughlin-Levrone anticipates Saturday's final with confidence, her 2021 Olympic 4x400m relay teammate Athing Mu-Nikolayev faced disappointment. Mu-Nikolayev, who won Olympic 800m gold in Tokyo and followed it up with a world title a year later, was eliminated in her 800m semi-final. The 23-year-old looked strong in the opening round on Thursday, qualifying second fastest, but could only manage fourth place on Friday with a time of 1 minute 59.79 seconds. Despite the setback, which ended her hopes of qualifying for the World Championships, Mu-Nikolayev remains optimistic about her future prospects. 'I think that's helpful for what I need going for (the) next couple of years. Everything's not going to be pretty, everything's not going to be perfect," she said. With AFP Inputs First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
‘Magnus Carlsen respects D Gukesh': Nihal Sarin defends controversial table slam, tears into ‘misinterpreted words'
Magnus Carlsen's new rivalry with D Gukesh has become a talking point lately, and the pair have faced each other plenty of times this year too. At the recent Norway Chess 2025, the duo met twice, with Carlsen winning once, and losing once. In the tournament opener, the world No. 1 defeated the Indian GM with ease. They met again in a later round, and Gukesh sealed a sensational win. World champion D Gukesh vs Magnus Carlsen during Norway Chess.(HT_PRINT) The reigning World Champion was in a losing position in the endgame, and then Carlsen made a huge blunder, which saw Gukesh make a comeback to get his first classical win against the Norwegian. Carlsen's response was straightforward, as he slammed the table in angle, with the pieces falling off. It took him some time to get back to his usual self, as he shook hands with Gukesh, and also on his way back, patted the 18-year-old's back. Carlsen's reaction left everyone, including fans and commentators, in a state of shock, with some criticising him. Nihal Sarin defends Magnus Carlsen Indian GM Nihal Sarin rushed to Carlsen's defence. Speaking to Firstpost, he said, 'It's not that common and it's not desirable for anyone. No one wants to actively do it. Having been in that kind of position, I totally understand the reaction. Magnus was completely outplaying Gukesh and was winning. When all hope seemed lost, Gukesh started resisting brilliantly, and Magnus, very atypical of him, went a bit astray and it got a bit out of hand, and he ended up losing the game.' 'Having been in a similar position, I completely understand the reaction. Later, I saw Magnus saying in an interview that 'it's like a tennis player smashing a racquet.' So, I don't think it's anything personal,' he added. After Gukesh's World Championship victory, Carlsen criticised the quality of the match. Meanwhile, Carlsen also recently said that he is not convinced with the Indian's skills in rapid and blitz formats, and called him a weaker opponent. Then he lost to Gukesh in the rapid format of SuperUnited Rapid and Blitz tournament. 'I feel like Magnus' words are being misinterpreted, and he has said it himself as well. Magnus definitely respects Gukesh. He's an amazing player. Gukesh's results in classical have been significantly better than rapid and blitz. His style is a bit more like that, very precise. In classical, you have much more time to sit and calculate, and rapid-blitz is much more instinct-based. So, I guess Gukesh has trained much more in the calculation way; it's more natural for him. And it's normal', he said. 'Obviously, he is improving in other formats too. He finished first in Rapid in Zagreb, I believe, ahead of a very strong field including Magnus. 'I feel Gukesh right now is a bit like how Fabiano Caruana used to be a few years ago. He used to be the one considered weaker in rapid and blitz. In classical, he was a beast. Around lockdown, there was a lot more rapid and blitz, and he just started to adapt, started to take maybe more interest in it, focused a bit more on it, and now he is among the best in those two. I feel Magnus' words are being overdramatised a bit,' he added. Nihal recently faced Carlsen in the quarter-finals of the chess tournament at the Esports World Cup, and got thrashed by the Norwegian in a one-sided affair.
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Business Standard
2 days ago
- Business Standard
South Africa champions vs Australia champions LIVE SCORE, WCL 2025 2nd semis: Toss at 8:30 PM IST
SACH vs AUCH 2nd semi-final LIVE SCORE: The winner of the tie will face Pakistan champions in the final after India champions refused to play their semis tie against them. The highly anticipated semi-final 2 of the World Championship of Legends 2025 will be played at Edgbaston, Birmingham today. In this knockout clash, South Africa Champions (SAC) will go head-to-head with Australia Champions (AAC) for a coveted spot in the grand finale against Pakistan after India pulled out of the semis earlier. South Africa Champions have been one of the most consistent teams in the tournament, finishing second in the group stage with four wins from five matches. Their dominant performances have made them strong contenders for the title, and they'll be looking to carry that momentum into this crucial fixture. On the other hand, Australia Champions had a mixed run during the league phase. They managed to secure only two wins out of five games but still claimed the third spot on the points table with five points. Despite their inconsistency, Australia has shown flashes of brilliance and will be aiming to rise to the occasion in this do-or-die match. Interestingly, when these two teams last met in the league stage, the Proteas outclassed the Aussies with a commanding 95-run victory. With both sides hungry for a place in the final, fans can expect a thrilling encounter between cricketing legends under the lights at Edgbaston. South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions playing 11: South Africa champions playing 11: (Probable): AB de Villiers, Jacques Rudolph, Sarel Erwee, Henry Davids, Jean-Paul Duminy, JJ Smuts, Morne van Wyk(w), Wayne Parnell, Hardus Viljoen, Aaron Phangiso(c), Duanne Olivier South Africa champions vs Australia champions semis LIVE TOSS TIME: The coin toss between SACH skipper Aaron Phangiso and AUCH Brett Lee will take place at 8:30 PM IST. South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions semi-final live telecast: The live telecast for the World Championship legends semis will not be available in India. South Africa Champions vs Australia Champions semi-final live streaming: The live telecast for the World Championship legends semis will be available on the FanCode app and website. 7:38 PM South Africa champions v Australia champions LIVE SCORE UPDATES: Pakistan into the final! Pakistan have booked their place into the final already after India decided to pull out of the semi-final clash against Pakistan in protest for the Pahalgam terror attack. This saw Pakistan straightaway book the final spot in the competition.
