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.
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.
27-Year-Old Star Scripts NHL History As Colorado Avalanche Offers Massive Deal
27-Year-Old Star gets Colorado Avalanche's massive deal, creating a record-breaking moment that could reshape hockey.
Stefanos Tsitsipas Sends 7-Word Message to Arthur Fils Ahead of US Open Clash
Stefanos Tsitsipas sends a strong message to Arthur Fils ahead of their headline first-round clash at the US Open.
“Try Again”- Coco Gauff Reveals Why She Never Engages in “Salty” Net Exchanges
Coco Gauff continues to separate herself from salty behavior, showing how losing can be handled with respect.
Zeynep Sonmez Gets Strange Coco Gauff Twist as US Open Draw Changes Plans
Coco Gauff and Zeynep Sonmez face an unusual situation after a change of plans just before their US Open meeting.
Two ATP Pros and Tennis Coach Face Punishment Over Anti-Corruption Breaches
Fresh Anti-Corruption Breaches have put the careers of two ATP players and their tennis coach in jeopardy.
“RIP Pops”: Former Red Sox Catcher Dies at 62 as Family Drops Emotional Tribute
Former Red Sox catcher passes away at 62 as his son shares an emotional tribute honoring his father's memories.
“Deserve To Get Hit in the Nuts”: $4.6M Blue Jays Star Admits He Should Pay the Price for Blunders
A rather scary play unfolded for the Blue Jays slugger against the Kansas City Royals, but his mind still remains unchanged.
