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.
“Free Advertising”- Tennis Insider Faces Backlash for Citing Betting Site for Andrey Rublev’s Match
Tennis insider José Morgado’s Andrey Rublev betting post sparks fan backlash, highlighting growing concerns surrounding betting in tennis.
“You Can Say No”- Carlos Alcaraz Reveals Bold Plan To Deal With “Impossible” Tennis Schedule & Injuries
Carlos Alcaraz wants breaks from the packed tennis schedule as mounting problems raise fresh concerns about player workload.
“Most Ridiculous Decision”- Daniil Medvedev Confronts Chair Umpire Over Bizarre US Open Interruption
Daniil Medvedev’s US Open clash brought another small outburst after a bizarre interruption left him questioning the umpire's decision.
“The Right Thing for Players?” — Aryna Sabalenka & Jessica Pegula Call Out US Open Scheduling
The US Open scheduling mess is gets out of hand, with Pegula and Aryna Sabalenka now questioning the late finishes.
“Doesn’t Make Sense”- Rafael Jodar Pushes Back During Awkward Reporter Exchange After US Open Loss
Rafa Jodar’s disappointing US Open exit takes an awkward turn after getting into an exchange with a reporter.
“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.
