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Tennis

  • Iga Swiatek Wins Wimbledon 2025: Iga Swiatek made history with a dominant 6-0, 6-0 win in the Wimbledon final against Amanda Anisimova, securing her first title at the All England Club.1 This marks the most one-sided women’s final at Wimbledon since 1911.2
  • Djokovic Prepares for Semifinal: Novak Djokovic is gearing up for his Wimbledon semifinal match against Jannik Sinner, looking to continue his impressive run.

Cricket

  • KL Rahul Accepts Blame: KL Rahul took responsibility for Rishabh Pant’s run-out and explained its impact on the game.3 This incident occurred during a thrilling Test match between England and India.
  • India’s T20 World Cup Wins: India continued their unbeaten run in the T20 World Cup with a convincing 47-run victory over Afghanistan and a thrilling win against Pakistan. India are the current champions, having won their second T20 World Cup title in 2024.

NBA

  • Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell Engaged: Donovan Mitchell is engaged to Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Coco Jones.4 The Cavaliers guard popped the question with a beautiful engagement ring.
  • Jonas Valanciunas Traded: The Denver Nuggets acquired center Jonas Valanciunas from the Sacramento Kings in a one-on-one swap with Dario Saric.5 This trade occurred despite prior reports of Valanciunas’s interest in playing overseas.
  • Free Agent Deals: Isaiah Jackson agreed to a three-year, $21 million deal with the Indiana Pacers, while the Mavericks shut down Cooper Flagg for the remainder of the summer league.6 Flagg had a breakout 31-point performance for the Mavericks in a Summer League game.7

Other Sports

  • Canada’s Softball Victory: Canada exploded offensively to defeat Australia with a 14-2 victory in four innings at the 2025 WBSC Men’s Softball World Cup.8
  • VNL: Canada vs. USA: Canada pushed the USA to a thrilling five-set finish in the Volleyball Nations League (VNL), ultimately losing 3-2.
  • Goran IvaniÅ¡ević’s Wimbledon Win: Goran IvaniÅ¡ević, the only wildcard to win Wimbledon after three previous finals losses (in 1992, 1994, and 1998), continues to make waves in the tennis world, celebrating his historic 2001 victory.9

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    Sandeep Sam Alexander, based in Calgary, Alberta, has extensive experience in the energy sector, specializing in sub-surface technologies. Currently employed at PetroChina Canada, he has established a strong career in the oil and gas industry. His core competencies include sound planning, drilling, geological mapping, data management, reservoir studies, and regulatory compliance. Sandeep's hands-on approach and leadership skills have contributed to the effective development of the field and the integration of multiple disciplines. Sandeep is not only dedicated to his professional work but also deeply committed to volunteering, mentorship, and cultural engagement. He serves as the Secretary of the Malayalee Cultural Association of Calgary (MCAC), where he plays a key role in organizing flagship cultural programs, networking events, and social initiatives that celebrate Kerala's heritage in Alberta. He is a dedicated member of the Calgary Mar Thoma Church, actively mentoring youth and organizing faith-based events, retreats, and community outreach programs. Sandeep is a passionate sports advocate and a Li-Ning Direct Sales Dealer, offering high-quality badminton, table tennis, and pickleball equipment throughout Alberta. He has also made significant contributions to the cricket community by managing the Run Riders Cricket Club within the Calgary & District Cricket League (C&DCL) for over 15 years, where he has focused on promoting teamwork and athletic development. He is a casual writer who regularly contributes blogs and articles on a variety of topics, including sports, current affairs, insights into the energy sector, community development, cultural identity, and faith-based reflections. His thought-provoking and relatable content has garnered recognition in both professional and community circles. Through a unique combination of technical expertise, community leadership, volunteer service, and creative expression, Sandeep continues to make meaningful contributions to Calgary's professional, cultural, and spiritual communities.

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