Rice saves Arsenal; Real Madrid hit four, Man Utd trounced
Declan Rice scored a late equaliser for Arsenal in a 2-2 Champions League draw against Bayern Munich on Wednesday. Elsewhere, Real Madrid secured a dominant 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig, largely due to Thibaut Courtois's saves. Manchester United suffered a bruising 4-1 defeat to Como, with Nico Paz starring for the Italian side. Other European matches saw Galatasaray, Inter Milan, Aston Villa, Real Betis, and LASK secure wins.
The Genesis Championship: high stakes and final chances in South Korea
Eugenio Chacarra set to be pushed hard by Ryan Fox and Sungjae Im in the final DP World Tour event of the season at Woo Jeong Hills Country The post The Genesis Championship: high stakes and final chances in South Korea appeared first on Golf365 .
Indians Progress At Mumbai Open
Indian tennis players, including top seed Dhakshineswar Suresh, Arnav Paparkar, and Sidharth Rawat, advanced to the second round of the men's singles at the Mumbai Open ITF M25 event on Wednesday. Dhakshineswar also progressed in doubles with Manish Sureshkumar.
Bhandarkar makes big move to lead PGTI qualifying school
India's Aditya Bhandarkar has taken a two-shot lead after the second round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. Bhandarkar, who was tied sixth overnight, shot a three-under 69 to reach a total of four-under 140. Md Siddikur Rahman, Joysurjo Dey, and Vedant Sirohi are tied for second. The halfway cut was made at 12-over 156, with 80 players advancing.
Sindhu holds nerve in 64-minute French Open thriller
India's double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu narrowly defeated Thailand's Supanida Katethong in a gruelling three-game match at the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament. Sindhu won 21-14, 8-21, 23-21 after a tough battle lasting over an hour. In another women's singles match, Unnati Hooda exited the tournament.
Prachi Tokas assures India of first medal at U-19 worlds
Prachi Tokas has secured India's first medal at the U-19 World Boxing Championships in Budva, Montenegro, by reaching the semifinals in the women's 80kg-plus category.
Para Games silver earns Sivarajan Rs 50 lakh reward
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay congratulated para-athlete Sivarajan Solaimalai for winning a silver medal at the fifth Asian Para Games and announced a Rs 50 lakh cash incentive. The government praised Solaimalai's dedication, highlighting his achievement as an inspiration for other aspiring athletes.
Alphia, Pallavi's historic Asian Para bronze wins CM's praise
Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan congratulated Alphia James and Pallavi Kaluvehalli for securing India's first-ever bronze medal in wheelchair badminton at the 2026 Asian Para Games. The CM praised their resilience and determination, while James shared her personal journey and hopes for government support.
Shooters Camp For World Championship
Indian shooters, including Asian Games gold medallists Neeru Dhanda and Suruchi Singh, are attending a preparatory camp in New Delhi for the upcoming ISSF World Championship in Doha. This championship is crucial as it marks the beginning of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics qualification cycle.
Haryana Crowned Champions At Senior Men's Hockey Nationals
Hockey Haryana secured the 16th Hockey India Senior Men National Championship title by defeating Hockey Madhya Pradesh 2-1 in a hard-fought Division 'A' final. Uttar Pradesh Hockey claimed the third spot by beating Hockey Punjab.
Chennai Open Wild Cards For Adkar, Yamalapalli, Revathy
India's top singles player Vaishnavi Adkar, Sahaja Yamalapalli, and Maaya Rajeshwaran Revathy have been granted wild cards for the WTA Chennai Open. American Katherine Hui also received a wild card. Tamil Nadu Tennis Association president Vijay Amritraj expressed optimism about the Indian players' performance at the home event.
Sangram set for London MMA showdown in December
Former Indian wrestler Sangram Singh is set to compete against Malta's Wallochon in an MMA bout at the FightStar Championship 39 in London on December 19. Singh, who made his MMA debut in 2024, has a strong record with previous wins and is also a two-time Commonwealth Heavyweight Wrestling Champion.
Women's Indian Open: Indian Golfers Face Strong International Field
Asian Games champion Pranavi Urs aims to become the first home player in a decade to win the Women's Indian Open in Gurugram, facing strong competition from defending champion Shannon Tan (winner in 2025) and a host of international and Indian golfers, including past champions Liz Young (2024) and Pornanong Phatlum.
Sharath claims 1500m bronze in Asian Para Games
India's Sharath Makanahalli secured a bronze medal in the men's 1500m T12 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, achieving a season's best time. This marks his second medal at the Games, following a silver in the previous edition.
Shailesh edges Indian rival by 0.01m for Para Games bronze
Shailesh Kumar of India secured a bronze medal in the men's long jump T42/T61/T63 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, with a best jump of 5.57 metres. He narrowly beat his compatriot Mahendra Gurjar, who finished fourth.
Haney Claims Discus Bronze At Asian Para Games
India's Haney won a bronze medal in the men's discus throw F37 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, achieving a personal best of 57.04 metres in his final attempt. Uzbekistan's Marufkhujaev Kudratillokhon took gold, and Pakistan's Haider Ali secured silver.
Para Athletes Propel India To Fifth With 18 Medals
India's track and field contingent delivered a stellar performance at the Games, securing 18 medals, including five gold, and propelling the nation to fifth in the overall standings. Sprinter Simran, high-jumper Praveen Kumar, and shot-putter Sachin Khilari notably set new Games records in their respective events, highlighting India's growing prowess in para-sports.
Para Games: India Bags Silver In Men's Doubles Badminton
India's Krishna Nagar and Sivarajan Solaimalai secured a silver medal in the Men's Doubles SH6 badminton event at the Asian Para Games. This achievement comes as India also assured three more medals in the men's singles SL4 category, with Suhas LY, Naveen Sivakumar, and Abhijeet Sakhuja advancing to the semifinals.
Simran Sprints To Golden Double At Asian Para Games
Indian sprinter Simran has won her second gold medal at the Asian Para Games, triumphing in the women's 100m T12 event with a new Games record of 12.02 seconds on Wednesday. This follows her 200m gold on Tuesday, also achieved with a Games record. Simran, a 26-year-old Paralympics bronze medallist, is making a strong comeback with her new guide.
Sukhchain Wins Bronze At Para Games
Indian javelin thrower Sukhchain secured a bronze medal in the men's F55 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. His throw of 29.94m placed him behind China's Zhou Feifei, who set a new world record, and Iran's Zaker Zafar.
Para Swimmers Bring Home Silver And Bronze From Asian Games
Indian para swimmers Ravi Budigina, Himanshu Nandal, and Rohit Kumar have secured multiple medals at the Asian Para Games. Budigina won a silver in the men's 100m backstroke S13, his second silver of the current edition. Nandal clinched his second bronze in the men's 100m breaststroke S11, while Rohit Kumar added another bronze in the men's 100m breaststroke SB4 event.
Ayush Verma, Praveen Kumar, Sachin Khilari add three more golds to India's para Asian Games campaign
India added 10 medals, including three gold, to their para-athletics haul on Wednesday at the Asian Para Games , with Ayush Verma, Praveen Kumar and Sachin Khilari winning their respective events. With that, Indias overall para-athletics medal tally to 30 after two days of competition had yielded 20 medals.
Indian Para-Athletes Continue Medal Haul At Asian Para Games
Indian para-athletes secured 10 more medals, including three gold, on the third day of the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Ayush Verma, Praveen Kumar, and Sachin Khilari won gold in their respective events, contributing to India's growing medal tally. The team had already won 14 medals on Tuesday, bringing the total to 20.
EWC 2027 Qualifier Programme Unveiled
The Esports World Cup (EWC) has announced its 2027 EWC Qualifier Programme, a new initiative within the Road to EWC. This programme allows tournament organisers and local communities globally to host official qualifying competitions, aiming to engage 1.8 million players through over 400 events. It features two routes: EWC Direct Qualifiers for established tournaments and EWC Satellite Last Chance Qualifiers (SLCQs) for grassroots participation.
Powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani Wins Silver In Asian Para Games
Indian powerlifter Kasthuri Rajamani secured a silver medal in the women's 67kg category at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya.
Anahat Singh Enters Second Round Of Silicon Valley Open
Indian squash player Anahat Singh has advanced to the second round of the Silicon Valley Open squash championship in Redwood City, USA, after defeating Egypt's Nour Aboulmakarim.
Barcelona take heart despite third straight defeat to PSG
Barcelona's 4-2 defeat to Paris St Germain in the Champions League, despite a perfect record this season, highlighted that Hansi Flick's side are not yet among Europe's elite, though they showed signs of closing the gap.
Para Games: India Assures Three Badminton Medals
India has secured three medals in the men's singles SL4 badminton competition at the Asian Para Games, with defending champion Suhas LY, Naveen Sivakumar, and Abhijeet Sakhuja advancing to the semifinals. Suhas LY will face Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan, while the other semifinal will be an all-Indian clash between Naveen and Abhijeet.
Liverpool's 18-Year-Old Ngumoha Steals The Show!
Eighteen-year-old Rio Ngumoha delivered a standout performance in the Champions League, providing two crucial assists to help Liverpool secure a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory against Villarreal, becoming the club's youngest player to register an assist in the competition.
Asian Para Games: Sheetal Devi-Payal Nag Win Archery Compound Silver
Indian para archers Sheetal Devi and Payal Nag secured a silver medal in the compound women's doubles final at the Asian Para Games on Wednesday.
Asian Para Games: Ayush Verma Wins Gold In Shot Put F53
Indian athlete Ayush Verma clinched a gold medal in the men's shot put F53 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Wednesday, marking his second medal at the competition.
Asian Para Games: Praveen Kumar Wins High Jump Gold; Banti Bags Silver
India's Praveen Kumar secured a gold medal in the men's high jump T44/64 event at the Asian Para Games, setting a new Games record.
PSG crush Barca in 6-goal thriller; Liverpool, Man City win
Paris St Germain defeated Barcelona 4-2 in a Champions League clash on Tuesday, ending Barcelona's perfect season record. Liverpool also secured a 4-3 comeback win against Villarreal, while Manchester City thrashed AEK Athens 5-1.
Madhav Named Scotland Kabaddi Coach For Commonwealth Championship
Indian-origin coach Tej Narayan Prasad Madhav has been appointed as the head coach for Scotland's kabaddi team for the upcoming Commonwealth Kabaddi Championship, bringing extensive experience from various national and international roles.
Pranavi Urs Confident For Indian Open
Asian Games gold medallist Pranavi Urs is set to compete in the Hero Women's Indian Open starting October 22 in Gurugram. Fresh off her success in Aichi-Nagoya, Urs is confident and aims to leverage her home turf advantage at the DLF Golf and Country Club, even expressing a desire to challenge defending champion Shannon Tan.
Indian Shuttlers Mixed Fortunes At French Open
Indian shuttlers Asmita Chaliha and Tanvi Sharma secured victories in their women's singles matches at the French Open badminton tournament on Tuesday, advancing to the next rounds. However, the women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand faced defeat in the round of 32 and exited the competition.
Basketball: Dominant Denso Iris hurtles past Indian Railways
Bangladesh's Rahman Leads PGTI Q-School
Bangladesh's Siddikur Rahman shot a three-under 69 to lead the first round of the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad on Tuesday. Four Indian golfers are tied for second place. The tournament will see the top 48 players earn full cards for the 2026-27 PGTI season after four rounds.
Soorma's Discus Gold Leads India's Para Games Success
India's Pranav Soorma secured a gold medal in the discus throw at the Asian Para Games, setting a new Asian record in his debut major competition for the event. Compatriot Ram Ratan Singh won silver, ensuring a 1-2 finish for India in the combined F51/52/53 event. Soorma, who previously won gold in club throw, highlighted the technical challenges of adapting to discus throw and the extensive practice involved.
Para Athletes Bring Home 14 Medals From Asian Para Games
Indian para track and field athletes delivered a stellar performance at the Asian Para Games, securing 14 medals, including five gold, on Tuesday. Nishad Kumar became the third Indian to win two gold medals in a single edition, triumphing in high jump T47 after his long jump win. Deepthi Jeevanji, Simran, Pranav Soorma, and Devender Kumar also clinched gold medals, contributing to India's impressive tally of 20 medals in para athletics.
TN CM Lauds Para Athletes With Cash Incentives
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced a cash incentive of Rs 30 lakh each for Jehan Dorab Madan and Baby Sahana Ravi, who won bronze medals in table tennis at the Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The Chief Minister lauded their achievements, highlighting their role as an inspiration for young para-athletes.
'He Let the Team Down...': Cristiano Ronaldo Under Fire!
Erik ten Hag blamed Cristiano Ronaldo's poor fitness and preparation for his Manchester United struggles, saying the superstar let the team down before their acrimonious split in November 2022.
India's Para Games Triumph: Golds Galore
India's Asian Para Games campaign saw a remarkable performance, particularly in athletics, securing five gold medals on Tuesday. Nishad Kumar and Deepthi Jeevanji were standout performers, both setting new Games records and clinching multiple golds. The nation's overall medal tally reached 35 by the end of day two, with significant contributions from shooting, powerlifting, swimming, table tennis, archery, and badminton, promising further success.
Prokofiev, Gachchhatu, Perception, Ravishing Queen, Moon Star and Echoes Of Time catch the eye
Pranav Soorma breaks Asian record to win gold in discuss throw at Para Asian Games
India added more medals at the Para Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Tuesday, with Pranav Soorma and Ram Ratan Singh securing the top two positions in the mens discus throw F51/F52/F53 event. Soorma won gold with an Asian-record effort of 11.66 metres, while Ram Ratan claimed silver after throwing 10.35 metres.
India's Clean Sweep In Para Discus
Indian athletes achieved a clean sweep in the men's discus throw F44/64 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Devender Kumar secured the gold medal, with Rakesh and Pardeep Kumar winning silver and bronze respectively. The event featured athletes with lower limb impairments, classified as F44 (without prosthesis) and F64 (with prosthesis).
Mohammed Shami Breaks Silence on India Return, Sends Message Ahead of 2027 World Cup
Mohammed Shami still has hopes of returning to the Indian cricket team despite not being a part of the set-up and not having a central contract with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The pacer says he wants
Swiatek Out of WTA Finals Due to Injury
Six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek has withdrawn from the Ningbo Open in China due to a thigh injury, effectively ending her chances of qualifying for the season-ending WTA Finals.
UEFA seeks answers from FIFA President on FFE, Peace Prize
UEFA has formally requested answers from FIFA President Gianni Infantino regarding his presidency, specifically questioning the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) project and the FIFA Peace Prize, with a deadline of November 2.
Social Butterfly and Shambala impress
India's Para Athletes Excel In Discus Throw
India's Pranav Soorma secured a gold medal with an Asian record in the men's discus throw combined F51/52/53 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Tuesday. Compatriot Ram Ratan Singh also earned a silver medal in the same event. The placings were determined using the Raza Point System, which accounts for different classifications among athletes.
Simran, Tejalben Medal Haul At Asian Para Games
Indian sprinter Simran secured a gold medal and set a new Games record in the women's 200m T12 event at the Asian Para Games on Tuesday. Her compatriot Tejalben Damor also won a bronze in the same competition. Simran, a Paris Paralympics bronze medallist, overcame dietary challenges to achieve her win, while debutant Tejalben expressed determination for her upcoming 400m race.
Swimmer Nandal Takes Bronze At Asian Para Games
Indian swimmer Himanshu Nandal won a bronze medal in the men's 400m freestyle S11 event at the Asian Para Games on Tuesday. Nandal, who is visually impaired, clocked 5 minutes and 10.91 seconds. Another Indian swimmer, Ravi Karthik Budigina, finished fifth in the men's 400m freestyle S13, having previously won a silver on Monday.
Para Games: Narwal Wins Silver, Quota; Arora Gets Bronze
Indian para shooters Manish Narwal and Shrishti Arora won silver and bronze respectively in the 10m air pistol SH1 events at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. Narwal's silver also secured a quota place for India at the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics, making him the third Indian para shooter to do so. The contingent now has four medals.
Para Games: Shrishti Arora Bags Bronze
Shrishti Arora secured a bronze medal for India in the women's 10m air pistol SH1 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. This marks India's fourth shooting medal at the Games, following earlier successes by Manish Narwal, Mona Agarwal, and Avani Lekhara.
Fans Get Free Entry To Asian Champions Trophy Matches
Hockey India has announced free entry for fans to all matches of the men's Asian Champions Trophy, scheduled from October 27 to November 5 in Jalandhar and Mohali. This initiative aims to attract more spectators and promote the sport.
Para Archery: Sheetal Devi, Swati Chaudhary Reach Finals
Defending champion Sheetal Devi and debutant Swati Chaudhary have secured at least two medals for India at the Asian Para Games by reaching the finals of their respective para archery events on Tuesday. Sheetal Devi will compete in the women's compound final, while Swati Chaudhary will vie for gold in the women's W1 final. India's mixed teams also advanced to the semifinals.
Ashok Clinches Silver At Asian Para Games
Indian powerlifter Ashok secured a silver medal in the men's 65kg category at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Tuesday. He lifted 192kg, finishing second to China's Zou Yi, who clinched gold.
Cristiano Ronaldo has been sanctioned by the Portuguese Football Federation with a 30-day suspension and a 255 fine following his departure from Portugals national team camp during the recent international break. The disciplinary decision follows a dispute involving the Portugal captain and coach Jorge Jesus over the forwards lack of playing time against Norway.
Tottenham end winless run, eye consistency after Coventry win
Tottenham Hotspur secured their first Premier League win in 148 days, beating Coventry City 3-1 at home, a result manager Roberto De Zerbi described as 'very happy' and a sign of playing 'much better than in other games'.
Narwal Clinches Silver, LA 2028 Paralympics Quota
Indian shooter Manish Narwal won a silver medal in the men's 10m air pistol SH1 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Tuesday, securing a quota place for the 2028 Los Angeles Paralympics. This makes him the third Indian para shooter to qualify for LA 2028.
Praveen Kumar Clinches Bronze In Shot Put F11
India's Praveen Kumar clinched a bronze medal in the men's shot put F11 event at the Asian Para Games with a personal-best throw of 13.86 metres. Iranian athletes Amirhossein Alipour and Mahdi Olad secured gold and silver respectively. The F11 category is for athletes with significant visual impairment.
Asian Para Games 2026: Deepthi Jeevanji takes womens 400m T20 gold
Deepthi Jeevanji clocked a Para Asian Games record time of 56.36 sec in Nagoya
Deepthi Jeevanji Clinches Gold At Asian Para Games
India's Deepthi Jeevanji won a gold medal in the women's 400m T20 event at the Asian Para Games, setting a new Games record. The Telangana athlete, a two-time Para World Championships medallist and Paralympic bronze winner, finished ahead of Japan's Niina Kanno and Akane Kato. The T20 classification is for athletes with intellectual impairments.
India Shines In Para-Badminton Mixed Doubles
Indian mixed doubles pairs, including Pramod Bhagat, Manisha Ramdass, Krishna Nagar, and Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan, have advanced to the semifinals of their respective events at the Asian Para Games. This achievement guarantees India at least two medals in para-badminton, with the players showcasing strong performances in the SH6 and SL3-SU5 categories.
Para Table Tennis: India's Record-Breaking Performance
Ravi Baby Sahana and Prachi Pandey created history by becoming India's first para table tennis players to secure medals in the standing category at the Asian Para Games. India clinched a total of four bronze medals in the event, surpassing its previous medal tally. Paralympics medallists Bhavina Patel and Sonalben Patel also contributed to the country's success.
UCL: Barcelona's Flick Faces Defensive Headache vs PSG
Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has confirmed that Raphinha is set to return to the starting XI for the Champions League clash against Paris St Germain on Tuesday, as the club grapples with a significant defensive injury crisis.
Cristiano Ronaldo handed 30-day ban by Portuguese FA
Cristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 30 days by the Portuguese FA and fined 255 euros after leaving the national team camp following a disagreement with coach Jorge Jesus over his playing role.
ISL: Gurkirat strikes late as Punjab FC Hold Mumbai City FC
Gurkirat Singh scored a dramatic 90th-minute equaliser against his former club to help Punjab FC secure a 1-1 draw against Mumbai City FC in their Indian Super League match. Leandro Otormin had put Mumbai City ahead from the penalty spot in the 63rd minute, but Punjab fought back to earn a crucial point at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.
Marseille, Lille Club Stores Looted During Unrest in France
Olympique de Marseille and Lille, two prominent French football clubs, reported that their official stores were looted during the widespread weekend unrest across France, which saw thousands arrested and significant property damage.
Gupta Wins National Karting Title
Krish Gupta of Rayo Racing secured his first National Rotax Karting title in the Senior Category of the FMSCI National Karting Championship in Bengaluru. Despite a challenging start, Gupta showcased remarkable recovery and consistent performance, culminating in a third-place finish in the final race, which was enough to clinch the overall championship. His victory also earns him a spot to represent India at the Rotax World Finals in Portugal.
Michael Carrick weighs in on Bruno Fernandes' injury as Man United's subpar form continues
Manchester Uniteds run of subpar form in the Premier League continues ; the side has been struggling to get results ever since the start of the season. The side currently sits in 13th place in the standings, with one win, four draws, and two losses in the 7 matches that they have played so far.
Neutralist, Shamara and Azaadi catch the eye
TN Skaters Bring Home Medals From World Skate Games
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay congratulated speed skaters Anandkumar Velkumar, Lakshita, Pragathi, and Rutva for their medal wins at the World Skate Games 2026 in Asuncion, Paraguay. Anandkumar secured a gold medal in the senior men's marathon, while Lakshita, Pragathi, and Rutva earned bronze in the junior women's 3,000 m relay race, marking India's first relay medal in the event.
India's Para Athletes Dominate Opening Day Of Asian Para Games
India's para track and field athletes delivered a stellar performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Para Games, securing six medals, including three gold, on the opening day of athletics competitions. Long jumper Nishad Kumar, javelin thrower Rinku Hooda, and visually impaired middle-distance runner Soumya each won gold in their respective events, contributing to India's strong start.
Mikel Arteta gives his take on Arsenal's momentum in the Premier League amid brilliant form
The Premier League 2026-27 is well underway. With the conclusion of the international break, the league standings are taking shape, and defending champions Arsenal currently sit in second place in the league table. Under the coaching of Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have established themselves as one of the best sides in world football .
Semenyo out for 8 weeks; Haaland doubtful for UCL tie
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca confirmed that forward Antoine Semenyo will be sidelined for up to eight weeks due to a knee injury, while star striker Erling Haaland remains a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League fixture against AEK Athens.
Elina Svitolina Announces Separation From Gael Monfils
Tennis World No 6 Elina Svitolina has announced her separation from French tennis star Gael Monfils, revealing how the emotional toll of Russia's war on Ukraine left her struggling to find herself.
Mona Agarwal, Nishad Kumar kick off India's gold medal campaign at Para Asian Games 2026
The Indian contingents campaign at the Para Asian Games 2026 began on a positive note as the nation clinched its first gold medal at the event. It is worth noting that Mona Agarwal brought home Indias first gold medal at the Para Asian Games 2026 after she defeated compatriot Avani Lekhara for the gold in the women's 10m air rifle (SH1) event, bringing home India's first gold medal of the event among many other participants.
India's Para Athletes Dominate Asian Games Opening Day
India commenced its Asian Para Games campaign with a spectacular performance, securing 11 medals, including four gold, across various sports on Monday. Notable victories came from shooter Mona Agarwal, long jumper Nishad Kumar, middle-distance runner Soumya, and javelin thrower Rinku, with archer Sheetal Devi also setting world records. The medal haul places India fourth in the overall standings.
India's Rinku Clinches Javelin Gold At Asian Para Games
India's Rinku clinched a gold medal in the men's javelin F46 event at the Asian Para Games, leading a one-two finish for the country as compatriot Ajeet Singh secured a silver. Rinku's throw of 65.11m narrowly beat Ajeet's 65.02m.
BCCI Appoints Pragyan Ojha as Chief Selector After Ajit Agarkar
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed former India spinner Pragyan Ojha as the chairman of the men's national selection committee while former cricketer Ramesh Powar has been roped in as a new member. As per the
India's Para Athletes Win Gold, Silver
India's Soumya secured a gold medal in the women's 1500m T12/T13 event at the Asian Para Games, with compatriot Radha Venkatesh winning a silver, marking a strong 1-2 finish for the nation. Both athletes competed with their guides in the visually impaired category.
Indian Swimmer Budigina Bags Silver At Asian Para Games
India's Ravi Karthik Budigina secured a silver medal in the men's 100m freestyle S13 event at the Asian Para Games on Monday, clocking 56.68 seconds. Uzbekistan's Egor Bolotov won gold, and Kazakhstan's Viktor Volkov took bronze in the event for vision-impaired athletes.
India Finishes U23 World Wrestling With Six Medals
Indian wrestlers Rohit, Jaskaran Singh, and Chandermohan secured bronze medals at the U23 World Championship in Las Vegas, contributing to India's total tally of six medals. Vishvajit More and Amruta Pujra won silver, while Komal added another bronze.
Para Games: Nishad Kumar Claims Long Jump Gold
Nishad Kumar secured India's first para-athletics gold at the Asian Para Games, winning the men's long jump T47 event. He achieved a distance of 7.11m, marking a significant victory in his first competitive long jump outing. Kumar, a two-time Paralympic silver medallist, will also compete in high jump T47.
India Guarantees Three Medals In Para Table Tennis
Indian para table tennis players Bhavina Patel, Prachi, and Sonalben have advanced to the semifinals of the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, guaranteeing at least three bronze medals for the country. Bhavina Patel won her Class 4-5 quarterfinal, Prachi secured a historic medal in Class 6, and Sonalben triumphed in Class 3, showcasing India's strong performance in the sport.
VETO, Indias subscription-free OTT platform, has announced the VETO Sports Carnival, featuring more than 300 hours of live sports streaming across cricket, football, weightlifting and tennis during the festive season. The initiative brings together five sporting properties, including international cricket series, the IWF World Senior Championships, SAFF Championship, Billie Jean King Cup Play-offs and Davis Cup Finals, marking a broader expansion of VETOs live sports portfolio.
Judoka Kapil Parmar Wins Bronze At Asian Para Games
Indian judoka Kapil Parmar claimed a bronze medal in the men's J1 -70kg category of the Asian Para Games after beating Indonesia's Ahnaf Rafli Shidqi in the playoff bout in Nagoya on Monday.
