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Jannik Sinner survives five-set Wimbledon scare against Kecmanovic
LONDON — Jannik Sinner survived a five-set Wimbledon scare on Monday, June 29, 2026, defeating Miomir Kecmanovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-3 in the first round on Centre Court. The defending champion twice recovered from a one-set deficit and overcame a fall during the 3-hour, 30-minute match. The victory sent the world No. 1 into the second round and kept his Wimbledon title defense alive. How Jannik Sinner survived his Wimbledon opener Kecm
Jannik Sinner survives five-set Wimbledon scare against Kecmanovic
LONDON — Jannik Sinner survived a five-set Wimbledon scare on Monday, June 29, 2026, defeating Miomir Kecmanovic 4-6, 6-3, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-3 in the first round on Centre Court. The defending champion twice recovered from a one-set deficit and overcame a fall during the 3-hour, 30-minute match. The victory sent the world No. 1 into the second round and kept his Wimbledon title defense alive. How Jannik Sinner survived his Wimbledon opener Kecm
Iran ‘Explosive Dolphin’ Claims Rejected as Hormuz Tensions Rise
Pentagon Rejects Iran Dolphin Weapon Claims The Pentagon has dismissed claims that Iran is training explosive dolphins, confirming there is no credible evidence of such a program. Officials addressed the rumors as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to escalate. Speaking on May 6, 2026, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said reports of “kamikaze dolphins” are unfounded. “Iran does not have such capabilities,” he stated, r
Iran ‘Explosive Dolphin’ Claims Rejected as Hormuz Tensions Rise
Pentagon Rejects Iran Dolphin Weapon Claims The Pentagon has dismissed claims that Iran is training explosive dolphins, confirming there is no credible evidence of such a program. Officials addressed the rumors as tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to escalate. Speaking on May 6, 2026, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said reports of “kamikaze dolphins” are unfounded. “Iran does not have such capabilities,” he stated, r
India Signs Rs 63,000 Crore Deal with France for 26 Rafale-M Jets to Boost Naval Power
In a landmark defense agreement, India has signed a Rs 63,000 crore government-to-government deal with France to procure 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, aimed at strengthening the Indian Navy’s combat capabilities amid rising maritime challenges posed by China in the Indo-Pacific region. The contract was signed under an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA), ensuring direct procurement without any intermediaries. The agreement covers the delivery of 22 single-seater Rafale-M jets and four t
India Signs Rs 63,000 Crore Deal with France for 26 Rafale-M Jets to Boost Naval Power
In a landmark defense agreement, India has signed a Rs 63,000 crore government-to-government deal with France to procure 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets, aimed at strengthening the Indian Navy’s combat capabilities amid rising maritime challenges posed by China in the Indo-Pacific region. The contract was signed under an Inter-Governmental Agreement (IGA), ensuring direct procurement without any intermediaries. The agreement covers the delivery of 22 single-seater Rafale-M jets and four t









