Briefly: Punjab FC signs Asmir Suljic ahead of ISL season

Mohali

Punjab FC has roped in winger Asmir Suljic of Bosnia and Herzegovina as their sixth and final foreign signing ahead of the Indian Super League beginning September 13. Although the details of his contract and tenure remain undisclosed, the 32-year-old will make his maiden appearance in India.

Monza

Antonelli to replace Hamilton at Mercedes in 2025

Teenager Kimi Antonelli has been named as Lewis Hamilton's replacement next year at Mercedes, a day after his Formula One debut ended in the 18-year-old Italian driver hitting the wall. The debutant had just set the fastest middle sector of the session and was looking to reclaim the fastest time from Hamilton, who had just beaten Antonelli's first lap by 0.6 seconds.

New Delhi

Impact Player rule killing role of all-rounder, says Rhodes

Lucknow Super Giants fielding coach Jonty Rhodes said that he is not a “big fan of the Impact Player” rule of the IPL asit discourages the development of allrounders and leads to inflated scores.