US Sports writer
Karthik Sri Hari KC is a US Sports writer at EssentiallySports, covering soccer. His reporting follows MLS, the USMNT and the governance stories around FIFA, with recent work on the MLS salary cap discussions, Mauricio Pochettino's future and FIFA's $4.2 billion commercial plan.
Karthik previously reported from the EssentiallySports MLB GameDay Desk, where he covered the league with a focus on statistics and team strategy. A former national-level baseball player, he is part of the EssentiallySports Journalistic Excellence Program, the newsroom's in-house training track where writers develop their reporting and storytelling under industry practitioners.
“Don’t Know How It Looked”- Carlos Alcaraz Gives Crucial Wrist Injury Update After US Open Win
Carlos Alcaraz returned to the US Open after four months, providing an encouraging update about his wrist injury.
Czech WTA Pro Withdraws Hours Before US Open Match As World No. 10 Gets Lucky
US Open takes an unwanted twist as Czech WTA pro withdraws, giving World No.109 an unexpected chance against Potapova.
“I Don’t Like Talking” – Naomi Osaka Makes Feelings Clear on US Open Outfit Amid Backlash
Naomi Osaka’s US Open outfit sparks backlash, overshadowing her victory and reigniting debate surrounding her fashion choices.
US Open Admits Protocol Error After Electronic Line-Call Blunder During Anna Kalinskaya’s Match
US Open Electronic Line-Call error leaves Anna Kalinskaya facing a frustrating moment that highlights technology's limits in tennis.
“I Know the Truth”- Stefanos Tsitsipas Makes Wild Admission About Nick Kyrgios’ Suspension
Nick Kyrgios’ suspension takes a darker turn as Stefanos Tsitsipas makes an addmission that makes things look worse.
“It Was Important”- Stan Wawrinka Breaks Down in Tears as US Open Career Comes to an End
Stan Wawrinka’s final US Open goodbye takes emotional turn as the Swiss breaks down during a farewell message for the fans.
Who Is Mariano Navone? All About the Man Who Beat Novak Djokovic in the US Open 2026 First Round
Mariano Navone’s US Open breakthrough against Novak Djokovic brings him into spotlight and here is all the info about him.
Tennis Fans Question Venus Williams’ Career After Her US Open Wildcard Ends in Loss
Venus Williams' US Open Wild Card journey comes to a disappointing end, raising fresh questions about her future.
“It’s Not Ideal”- Venus Williams Calls Out US Open After Losing Late-Night Match Against Sofia Kenin
Venus Williams was left unhappy at the US Open after a late-night battle with Sophia Kenin ended in heartbreak.
Martina Navratilova Snubs Coco Gauff & Aryna Sabalenka With Unexpected US Open Favorite Pick
Martina Navratilova’s bold choice snubbing Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka with a surprise US Open title prediction.
“Extra Motivation” – Jessica Pegula Eyes Aryna Sabalenka’s No. 1 Spot Amid US Open Push
Jessica Pegula eyes US Open glory, hoping to dethrone Aryna Sabalenka and turn her long-awaited dream into reality.
“I Was Just Sad”- Stan Wawrinka Breaks Silence on US Open Snub Before Wildcard Twist
Stan Wawrinka’s US Open snub sparks unexpected Wild Card drama, setting up an emotional final Grand Slam chapter.
