Paris: India’s male archers delivered a commendable performance in the individual rankings round at the Paris Olympic Games, securing third place in the ranking round for the Team Competition and earning a spot in the quarterfinals scheduled for July 29. The trio of Tarundeep Rai, Dhiraj Bommadevara, and Pravin Jadhav accumulated a total score of 2013,…
Paris: India’s journey at the Paris 2024 Olympics began with a promising start as the nation’s six archers took to the field to secure favourable seedings in the individual ranking events, propelling them into the quarterfinals. Ankita Bhakat, Bhajan Kaur, and Deepika Kumari led the charge, showcasing their skills and determination. Ankita Bhakat emerged as the…
Bhubaneswar: As the Paris Olympics 2024 is set to begin on July 26, India’s Olympic journey stands as a testament to its rich history and remarkable achievements. From its modest debut at the Paris Olympics in 1900 with just one participant, India has evolved into a formidable contender on the global sports stage. The Antwerp…
Paris: Salt Lake City, Utah, will host the Winter Olympics and Paralympics Games in 2034. The decision was made during the 142nd International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session in Paris on Wednesday. This marks the second time Salt Lake City will host the Winter Olympics, having first done so in 2002. Out of 89 valid votes, Salt…
London: Andy Murray, the former world number one in men’s tennis, has announced his retirement following the Paris 2024 Olympics tennis competition. This decision marks the end of a remarkable career that has seen him achieve numerous milestones and accolades in the sport. Murray won his Olympic gold on the grass courts of Wimbledon during…
Mumbai: Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to win an individual medal at the Olympics, has been conferred with the Olympic Order for his outstanding services to the Olympic movement. The Olympic Order is the highest award given by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for meritorious services. Bindra, a member of the IOC Athletes Commission, is…
New Delhi: In a heartfelt announcement, veteran goalkeeper and former captain of India’s hockey team, P R Sreejesh, declared that the upcoming Paris Olympics will be his final appearance on the international stage. The 36-year-old, who has earned 328 international caps and participated in three Olympic Games, will compete in his fourth and final Olympics,…
Bhubaneswar: The Hockey Association of Odisha achieved remarkable success as the men’s team emerged as champions of the 2nd Hockey India Junior Men and Women East Zone Championship 2024. Additionally, the women’s team secured third place in a thrilling encounter against Hockey Manipur. In the men’s final, the Hockey Association of Odisha showcased their dominance…
Bastad: World number 51 Nuno Borges defeated Rafael Nadal 6-3, 6-2, at the Swedish Open to secure his first ATP title. This resounding victory came against the 22-time Grand Slam champion, who was playing his first final since 2022. Nadal, now 38, has been battling injuries for the past few years, causing his ranking to…
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a significant financial contribution to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), pledging Rs 8.5 crore to support Indian athletes competing in the Paris Olympics 2024. BCCI President Jay Shah revealed the decision, emphasizing the cricket board’s commitment to backing Indian athletes aiming for…
