Hot Streaks and Heartbreak: Latest in Sports

The U.S. Open kicks off with Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff aiming for glory. NFL updates bring injuries and thrilling plays, while Shohei Ohtani makes strides in recovery. In MLB, Aaron Judge hits milestones, and in F1, Lando Norris takes the Dutch GP. The sports world mourns Ravens OL coach Joe D'Alessandris's passing.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 26-08-2024 13:32 IST | Created: 26-08-2024 13:32 IST
Hot Streaks and Heartbreak: Latest in Sports
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The first round of the U.S. Open commenced on Monday as top players vie for Grand Slam titles in New York. Novak Djokovic starts his quest for a fifth Flushing Meadows crown against Moldova's Radu Albot, while Coco Gauff defends her title against France's Varvara Gracheva.

In NFL news, Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett sustained a right shoulder injury in a preseason game against the Washington Commanders. Meanwhile, Malik Willis led the Tennessee Titans to a 30-27 victory over the New Orleans Saints with two fourth-quarter touchdowns.

Shohei Ohtani, known for his batting prowess, marked a major recovery milestone by pitching from the mound for the first time in a year. In MLB, Aaron Judge hit his 50th and 51st homers, leading the New York Yankees to a 10-3 win over the Colorado Rockies.

Meanwhile, Lando Norris disrupted Max Verstappen's home winning streak with a Dutch Grand Prix victory, energizing the F1 championship. On a somber note, the sports community mourns the passing of Baltimore Ravens offensive line coach Joe D'Alessandris at age 70.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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