Norwegian sensation Erling Haaland, who recently embraced fatherhood, is taking some well-deserved time off while awaiting a prolific 2025 season. After his team’s slump, the Manchester City striker is eager to start the new year with a bang and add to his goal tally, especially with a crucial match against West Ham on January 4 looming with great strides.
Meanwhile, tennis icon Novak Djokovic, proud owner of 24 Grand Slam titles, is ready to bounce back after a difficult 2024 that saw him miss out on major trophies. Having recently announced legend Andy Murray as his new coach, Djokovic is setting his sights on the Australian Open—his favorite tournament—which begins on January 12, where he has already celebrated winning a remarkable 10 times.
In the world of tennis, Jannik Sinner, the current world number 1, has had a checkered year in 2024. Although he triumphed at the Australian Open and US Open, he also found himself at the center of controversy related to a doping investigation. Despite the challenges, the Italian star aims to capitalize on his momentum and aspires to a stellar 2025.
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On another front, Indian chess has gained popularity this past year, highlighted by the national team’s gold medal at the Olympiad and the feat of D Gukesh, the youngest World Champion at just 18 years old. The country is ready to ride this wave of success in 2025.
In football, Mohamed Salah’s future at Liverpool remains uncertain as the star striker mulls a new contract. For now, the Egyptian is fully focused on leading the Reds in their quest for the English Premier League title.
Finally, Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas is determined to regain his place among the elite in 2025 after a disappointing drop in his ranking from 3rd to 11th in 2024. Although his performance at the United Cup in Perth failed to meet expectations, he will be hoping for a more favorable outcome as the Australian season unfolds.
