New Delhi: Javelin thrower Kishore Jena, holder of the second-longest throw by an Indian, is aiming to achieve his personal best at his Olympic debut in Paris 2024. Jena’s story is unique. After stepping away from the sport for three years to focus on his job with the CISF, it was Neeraj Chopra’s Olympic success that…
Paris: In a momentous event, Jin, the eldest member of the internationally renowned K-pop group BTS, took center stage as the Olympic torchbearer in Paris on Sunday. He carried the Olympic flame near the iconic Louvre Museum, marking a significant appearance following the completion of his mandatory military service in South Korea. Photos and videos…
Florida: In a thrilling showdown at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, Argentina clinched the Copa America 2024 title by defeating Colombia 1-0, ending Los Cafeteros’ impressive 28-match unbeaten streak. The hard-fought victory underscores Argentina’s dominance in South American football and marks a significant milestone in their illustrious history. In what could be…
Berlin: Spain cemented their legacy as the most successful team in European Championship history by defeating England 2-1 in a thrilling final at Euro 2024 on Sunday in Berlin. This victory marks Spain’s fourth Euro Cup title, adding to their previous triumphs in 1964, 2008, and 2012, surpassing Germany’s record of three wins. The match,…
London: Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in tennis history by defending his Wimbledon title with a commanding straight-sets victory over Novak Djokovic. The 21-year-old Spaniard demonstrated his exceptional skill and resilience, winning 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(4) at the All England Club on Sunday, thus capturing his fourth Grand Slam title. This triumph comes hot on the…
Harare: India secured a commanding 4-1 series victory against Zimbabwe with a resounding 42-run win in the final T20I at the Harare Sports Club on Sunday, July 14. Led by Shubman Gill, India bounced back emphatically after losing the first match, dominating the series with four consecutive wins. Zimbabwe’s captain Sikandar Raza opted to field…
New Delhi: Demonstrating a heartfelt commitment to its cricketing fraternity, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced the release of ₹1 crore to support former India coach Anshuman Gaekwad in his battle against blood cancer. Gaekwad is currently receiving treatment at King’s College Hospital in London. The decision by the BCCI…
London: Barbora Krejčíková won her second Grand Slam and first Wimbledon title on Saturday, overcoming Italy’s Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 2-6, 6-4 in a thrilling women’s final. Krejčíková quickly took the lead by winning the first set, but Paolini, competing in her second consecutive Grand Slam final, fought back valiantly to push the match to a…
Harare: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill showcased a masterclass in batting as they led India to a thumping 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe, clinching an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20I series. At the Harare Sports Club, India effortlessly chased down Zimbabwe’s total of 152/7, reaching 156 without losing a wicket in just 15.2 overs. Jaiswal,…
London: In an electrifying match on Friday, June 12, at Wimbledon 2024, Carlos Alcaraz showcased his resilience and elevated his game to defeat fifth-seed Daniil Medvedev. Despite a shaky start in the men’s singles semi-finals, Alcaraz rallied from a set down to secure his place in his second consecutive Wimbledon final with a 6-7(1), 6-3,…
