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Sai Mohan

NBA Writer

A veteran sportswriter based in Portugal, Sai covers the NBA for Yardbarker and a few local news outlets. He had the honor of covering sporting events across four different continents as a newspaper reporter. Some of his all-time favorite athletes include Mike Tyson, Larry Bird, Luís Figo, Ayrton Senna and Steffi Graf.

EXPERTISE:

NBA, Tennis, Boxing, Pro Wrestling

Carlos Alcaraz to get two new tattoos to commemorate U.S. Open win

Carlos Alcaraz plans to get tattoos of two iconic New York City landmarks to celebrate his 2025 U.S. Open victory.

Iga Swiatek snaps at reporter: 'Why would you say that?'

Swiatek didn't take kindly to a reporter’s question after her loss to Amanda Anisimova in the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open on Wednesday.

Amanda Anisimova tastes sweet redemption, matches Williams sisters feat

Amanda Anisimova found redemption after one of the most lopsided defeats in tennis history.

15 years later, Novak Djokovic keen to 'mess up the plans' again

Djokovic is threatening to dash the hopes of tennis fans who wish to see Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz clash in Sunday's U.S. Open final.

Ranking the U.S. Open semifinals from least to most exciting

Six of the eight semifinalists at the 2025 U.S. Open are top-eight seeds, while the other two are in the top 25. As such, the final major of the year has been devoid of too many upsets, giving fans the blockbuster matchups they anticipated when the draws were announced. Here, we rank the four semifinals from least to most exciting.

Why it's unwise to consider Carlos Alcaraz the favorite against Novak Djokovic

Djokovic has a 5-3 career head-to-head advantage.

Jessica Pegula keeps American hopes alive at U.S. Open

She has steamrolled all five of her opponents thus far in straight sets.

Aryna Sabalenka joins elite company of all-time greats

The World No. 1 has been such a consistent presence in women's tennis that she has reached at least the semifinals in 11 of her last 12 majors.

Novak Djokovic remains invincible against Americans

Novak Djokovic improved to 16-0 against Americans at the U.S. Open with his 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 win over Taylor Fritz on Tuesday.

Bill Simmons rips new LeBron James Nike ad: 'Yikes'

As he enters his record-breaking 23rd NBA season, James is at it again, stroking his ego and reminding everyone of his greatness.

The stage is set for American to exact revenge on Iga Swiatek

Amanda Anisimova will look to avenge one of the most lopsided grand slam final losses in the history of tennis when she faces Iga Swiatek in the U.S. Open quarterfinals.

Naomi Osaka's return to relevancy didn't happen overnight

The Japanese star endured a long and arduous path back to the top over the last few years, which included entering Challenger tournaments and ATP 250 events she would have never played in during her prime years. 

Jannik Sinner accused of being 'AI' after blowout win at U.S Open

Sinner made quick work of Alexander Bublik.

Bruised and battered, Novak Djokovic makes incredible history at U.S. Open

Djokovic has struggled with lingering injuries all season, but that hasn't prevented the 38-year-old from making incredible history.

American fails to convert on eight match points, crashes out of U.S. Open

World No. 139 Taylor Townsend had eight opportunities to keep her Cinderella Run going, but crashed out of the U.S. Open on Sunday.

Bittersweet day for American tennis at U.S. Open 

It was a mixed bag for American tennis at the U.S. Open on Friday.

Did Ben Shelton's girlfriend Trinity Rodman predict U.S. Open injury?

Did Ben Shelton's USWNT girlfriend, Trinity Rodman, predict his unfortunate injury?

Jack Draper's U.S. Open withdrawal caps off erratic season for British No. 1

World No. 5 Jack Draper has withdrawn from the U.S. Open with an arm injury, capping off a subpar major season for the British No. 1.

Jelena Ostapenko responds to racism allegations after post-match confrontation with Taylor Townsend 

A heated post-match exchange between former World No. 5 Jelena Ostapenko and Taylor Townsend marred an otherwise action-filled fourth day of the U.S. Open.

American teenager underwhelms against Novak Djokovic at U.S. Open

19-year-old Learner Tien has established himself as a rising star, but he produced a disappointing performance in his home major.

Daniil Medvedev's on-court meltdown leads to U.S. Open exit

Medvedev has suffered early exits at all four majors in 2025 — including a first-round loss at the French Open and a second-round loss at the Australian Open.

Casper Ruud shares hot take regarding Novak Djokovic, LeBron James

If there were a Mt. Rushmore of the greatest athletes of the 21st century, Novak Djokovic and LeBron James would be front and center.

Former World No. 1 disapproved of Carlos Alcaraz consoling Jannik Sinner

Will Carlos Alcaraz pay the price for being Mr. Nice Guy?

Five biggest storylines entering 2025 U.S. Open

The final tennis major of the year, the 2025 U.S. Open, begins on Monday. Here are five storylines to follow.

Ben Shelton's biggest career win sparks Jannik Sinner comparisions

After his landmark win, Ben Shelton was asked about being compared to Janik Sinner.