Jannik Sinner and Greg Norman (Image Via Getty)

The build-up to the 2026 Miami Open final brought an unexpected but fun moment for fans. Jannik Sinner was seen spending time with Greg Norman, a former World No. 1 in golf. The two met in Miami just days before the big match, and their relaxed interaction quickly caught attention online.What made it more interesting was Norman’s connection to tennis. He was once married to Chris Evert, one of the biggest names in women’s tennis history. Seeing Sinner and Norman together created a rare crossover moment between golf and tennis right before one of the season’s biggest finals.

Jannik Sinner learns golf tips from Greg Norman ahead of Miami Open 2026 final

During their time together, Greg Norman gave Jannik Sinner a few quick lessons on improving his golf swing. Sinner, who plays golf for fun, has often said he is still learning the sport. This time, he had one of the best teachers possible. Norman guided him on how to shape a full swing, and Sinner gave it a try right there.The moment felt natural and easy. Sinner followed the advice, took the shot, and impressed his coach Darren Cahill, who was watching closely. It was a small but enjoyable break from the pressure of the tournament.Norman, who won 88 professional titles in his career, shared the moment with a smile. His past with Chris Evert also brought back memories for long-time sports fans. The two married in June 2008 in the Bahamas but later went their separate ways after years together.Meanwhile, Sinner’s focus quickly returns to tennis. The Italian star is heading into the Miami Open 2026 final in top form. He has not dropped a single set in the tournament so far. His path to the final included strong wins over Damir Dzumhur, Corentin Moutet, Alex Michelsen, Frances Tiafoe, and Alexander Zverev.Sinner now faces Jiri Lehecka in the final. Lehecka has also played solid tennis, losing just one set on his way to the title match. He defeated players like Taylor Fritz and Arthur Fils to reach this stage.Still, the numbers clearly favor Sinner. He has beaten Lehecka in all three of their previous meetings, each time in straight sets. With his current form and confidence, Sinner enters the final as the clear favorite to lift his second Miami Open title.

The United States on Saturday released video footage showing its strikes on Iranian naval vessels, as the conflict across the Middle East continued to widen.Shared by US Central Command (CENTCOM) on X, the footage showed missiles being fired from warships in the region, fighter jets taking off from aircraft carrier decks, and precision strikes on Iranian targets.“For decades, Iranian naval vessels have threatened and harassed global shipping in regional waters, but those days are over,” CENTCOM said.The footage was released days after the United States said it had crossed 10,000 strikes in its ongoing military campaign and that operations were “on plan or ahead of plan”.US Central Command chief Brad Cooper said the operation, now in its fourth week, had overwhelmed Iran’s air defence systems and was producing visible results.“We hit the 10,000th Iranian target just hours ago. And if you combine what we’ve accomplished with the success of our Israeli ally, together we have struck thousands more, clearly demonstrating that we’re stronger together. Our precision strikes have overwhelmed Iranian air defences and our combat flights over Iran are having tangible effects.”Cooper also said the campaign had significantly weakened Iran’s naval capabilities, claiming most of its major warships had been destroyed.“For decades, Iranian warships have roamed regional waters, threatening and harassing global shipping. But those days are over because we’ve now destroyed 92 percent of the Iranian Navy’s largest vessels. They’re not sailing, and my operational assessment is that they’ve now lost the ability to meaningfully project naval power and influence around the region and around the world,” he said.Separately, a US official told Reuters that an Iranian missile and drone strike on the Prince Sultan airbase in Saudi Arabia wounded 12 American personnel, including two seriously, and damaged military equipment.The conflict began on February 28 with US and Israeli airstrikes and has since disrupted global energy supplies, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for nearly 20 million barrels of oil per day.Iran’s ability to threaten shipping has also added to volatility in oil and commodity markets.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s players huddle (PTI Photo/Shailendra Bhojak)

Bengaluru: Ten months after the last Indian Premier League match at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, cricket returned to Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s home turf on Saturday with renewed vigour — and a reworked match-day experience for fans.Yet, amid the buzz, memories of last year’s tragedy lingered. The 11 seats dedicated to those who lost their lives during RCB’s victory celebrations stood out — encased within a picket fence and adorned with floral motifs against a white backdrop — a quiet reminder in a charged atmosphere.