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.
“Just Made the Sacrifices”- Ben Shelton’s Father Reflects on Huge Personal Loss After Son’s Historic US Open Win
Ben Shelton’s father reflects on their family journey as an emotional loss gives his historic US Open achievement deeper meaning.
“This One Is Tough”- Frances Tiafoe Breaks Silence After Ben Shelton Ends His Grand Slam Dream
Frances Tiafoe talks about his emotional US Open defeat after another difficult semifinal loss on a historic night.
Jannik Sinner Launches Major Two-Year Program To Help 100,000 Marginalised Children
Jannik Sinner lands a major 2-year deal that could bring meaningful help and opportunities to children in need.
“Gotta Say Something Immediately”- Ben Shelton Confronts Chair Umpire During Tense Frances Tiafoe Clash
Ben Shelton snaps at the chair umpire after Frances Tiafoe’s stoppage sparks confusion during their US Open semifinal.
After Maria Sharapova, Pete Sampras Spotted in Betting Platform Promotion
Pete Sampras’ unexpected return through a betting platform adds him to the list with Maria Sharapova and raises questions.
Australian Open Confirms Five Set Format’s Future After CEO’s Comment Goes Viral
The Australian Open confirms the future of five-set matches after Grand Slam CEO’s comments sparked major questions.
Fans Rally Behind Chris Evert Amid Cancer Fight As Tennis World Remembers Her Legendary US Open Send-Off
Fans continue supporting Chris Evert through her cancer fight while remembering her unforgettable connection with the US Open.
Andy Roddick Dismisses Bill Simmons’ Call for US Open Change After Ben Shelton Match Delay: “Wrong Side of Luck”
The Shelton-Alcaraz clash may have sparked another format debate, but Andy Roddick believes there is a bigger issue.
“Sorry for What Was Said”: Coco Gauff Apologizes to Her Team After Reaching US Open Semi Finals
Coco Gauff’s US Open quarterfinal was filled with frustration, forcing her to apologize to her team after making the semifinal.
‘Trinity Rodman Gets So Much Disrespect’: Ben Shelton’s US Open Run Raises Concern Over Soccer Star’s Treatment
Trinity Rodman faces disrespect despite achievements, as a reporter questions why Ben Shelton's girlfriend label overshadows recognizing her.
Tennis Fans Want John McEnroe Out After Carlos Alcaraz-Ben Shelton US Open Commentary
John McEnroe faces fresh backlash as fans question his commentary during the Carlos Alcaraz-Ben Shelton US Open clash.
“Be Aware”- Jessica Pegula Admits She Faces a Major Hurdle Against Aryna Sabalenka at US Open
Jessica Pegula's US Open run faces its toughest challenge yet, with Aryna Sabalenka standing between her and another final.
