NFL Opens Doors to Private Equity, Tennis Stars Shine Amid U.S. Open Drama

Current sports news highlights include the NFL allowing private equity firms to invest in teams, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz progressing in the U.S. Open despite minor challenges, and Danielle Collins contemplating retirement. Additionally, notable U.S. Open matches feature Emma Raducanu's early exit and Travis Kelce's venture into horse racing.

The National Football League (NFL) has approved private equity firms to invest up to a 10% stake in teams. Ares Management, Arctos Partners, and Sixth Street are among the firms given the green light.

Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner shrugged off doping controversies to advance to the second round of the U.S. Open. Fellow player Carlos Alcaraz also progressed after a minor setback against Australian qualifier Li Tu.

Danielle Collins, known for her aggressive style, signaled readiness to retire after exiting in the first round of the U.S. Open. In another development, NFL's Travis Kelce bought a stake in the thoroughbred Swift Delivery.

(With inputs from agencies.)