Sports News Update: Osaka, Andreescu Receive U.S. Open Wildcards

Naomi Osaka, Bianca Andreescu, and Stan Wawrinka have received U.S. Open wildcards. Columbus Crew rallied for a 3-2 win, and the Atlanta Braves beat the San Francisco Giants 1-0. Australia's Olympic team returned home with record golds and Conor McGregor will not return to the Octagon this year.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 15-08-2024 05:22 IST | Created: 15-08-2024 05:22 IST
Sports News Update: Osaka, Andreescu Receive U.S. Open Wildcards
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Naomi Osaka, Bianca Andreescu, and Stan Wawrinka have been granted wildcards for the upcoming U.S. Open, the United States Tennis Association announced on Wednesday. Osaka, a four-time Grand Slam champion, returned to the court earlier this year after her maternity break.

In other sports news, the Columbus Crew made a significant comeback by defeating defending champions Inter Miami 3-2 in the Leagues Cup round-of-16. This victory places the team in a strong position for a home quarterfinal match against New York City FC.

In Major League Baseball, a remarkable pitching duel saw the Atlanta Braves narrowly edge out the San Francisco Giants 1-0. Meanwhile, Australia's Olympic team returned home triumphant, having secured a record number of gold medals at the Paris Olympics, and UFC President Dana White announced that Conor McGregor will not make a comeback this year.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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