Asian Para Games 2026: Sandeep, Haney win gold with world records
India's Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia claimed the silver medals in their respective women's long jump T47 and men's 1500m T46 competitions
India's Para-Athletes Achieve Double Gold, World Records
Indian para-athletes Sandeep and Haney delivered stellar performances at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, securing gold medals and setting new world records in the men's 400m T64 and men's javelin throw F37/38 events respectively. Their achievements, alongside silver medals for Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia, propelled India's total medal tally to 100 in the ongoing Games.
Indian Duo Claims Para Games Bronze
Indian paddlers Jehan Dorab Madan and Shubham Wadhwa secured a bronze medal in the men's doubles MD4 table tennis event at the Asian Para Games. Despite a 0-3 loss to South Korea in their final group match, their overall performance placed them among the top four, earning them a podium finish. Jehan Madan, at 50, became the oldest Indian medallist at the event.
Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar clinch gold in men's singles badminton at Para Asian Games 2026
In a major development, the Indian contingent continues to perform at the Para Asian Games 2026. Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar clinched the gold medal for India in the mens singles badminton final in the SL3 and SL4 events, respectively.
Golds For Nitesh, Naveen At Asian Para Games
India's Nitesh Kumar and Naveen Sivakumar secured gold medals in men's singles SL3 and SL4 badminton events, respectively, at the Asian Para Games. Nitesh defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat, while debutant Naveen overcame Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan. India also secured silver medals through Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan and Pramod Bhagat, with Thulasimathi Murugesan still in contention for two more golds.
India's Sandeep Wins Gold With World Record At Asian Para Games
India's Sandeep won a gold medal in the men's 400m T64 final at the Asian Para Games, setting a new world record. Compatriot Ajay Kumar secured a bronze in the same event. Additionally, Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia each claimed silver medals in women's long jump T47 and men's 1500m T46, respectively, contributing to India's strong performance.
Para Games: Murugesan Bags Silver
India's Thulasimathi Murugesan clinched a silver medal in the women's singles SU5 final at the Asian Para Games, losing to China's Yang Qiuxia. The Paris Paralympics silver medallist is also set to compete in two other finals, including mixed doubles and women's doubles.
Pankaj Advani Is World Billiards Champion Again!
India's cue sports icon Pankaj Advani has secured his 21st World Billiards Championship title, triumphing over England's Robert Hall with a score of 1906-1206 in Great Wyrley, England.
'Disrespectful': Trump Blasts LeBron James Over Anthem Gestures
US President Donald Trump criticised LeBron James over his national anthem conduct, demanding an apology to American heroes, while reigniting debate over athletes' gestures during patriotic ceremonies.
NUSC To Make History In Indian Football League
Nagaland United Sports Club (NUSC) is poised to make history by becoming the first club from Nagaland to compete in the Indian Football League (IFL), with its debut scheduled for the 2026-27 season starting October 30. Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio lauded the club's entry, highlighting its potential to inspire youth and provide a platform for local football talent. NUSC's formation in 2024 and its arrangement with Aizawl FC underscore a significant step for football in the Northeast region.
Indians Enter Mumbai Open Quarterfinals
Indian tennis players Arnav Paparkar, Karan Singh, Digvijay Pratap Singh, Sidharth Rawat, and Chirag Duhan have advanced to the quarterfinals of the Mumbai Open ITF Men's M25 Tennis Championship. The doubles team of SD Prajwal Dev and Nitin Kumar Sinha also secured a win. The next rounds are scheduled for Friday.
Tamburlini Tops Leaderboard At Women's Indian Open
Switzerland's Chiara Tamburlini leads the Women's Indian Open after day one with a 5-under 67. Indian golfers Pranavi Urs and Avani Prasanth are tied for fifth place. Singapore's Shannon Tan and Argentina's Magdalena Simmermacher are tied for second. Play was suspended due to darkness at the DLF Golf and Country Club.
Sharma Leads PGTI Qualifying School After Day 3
India's Shaurya Sharma shot a five-under 67 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead at the PGTI Qualifying School in Ahmedabad. He is now at four-under 212, with Md Siddikur Rahman and Arin Ahuja tied for second. Nim Dorji Tamang made history as the first Bhutanese player to make the cut.
Historic India-NZ U-20 Rugby Series Begins In Rajgir
India is set to host New Zealand's U-20 rugby teams for a historic series starting October 23 in Rajgir. This event celebrates a century of sporting ties and marks the first time New Zealand's U-20 rugby teams have visited India for such a series. The series will include joint training sessions and cultural exchanges.
Atiqa Mir Impresses At FIA Karting World Cup
Indian racing prodigy Atiqa Mir made a remarkable debut at the FIA Karting World Cup in Viterbo, Italy. Representing Kart Republic Factory Race Team, the 11-year-old achieved a top-five finish in the heats and set the fastest time in a practice session, competing against 117 drivers. Despite a challenging qualifying, she showcased her talent by finishing P16 in the final, overtaking eight karts.
Bangalore Winter seasonto begin on November 1
India now has 88 medals in its kitty, including 21 gold, 26 silver and 41 bronze, while the biggest contributor remained para-athletics with 52 medals (18 gold, 16 silver and 18 bronze)
Shailesh Kumar sets Asian Para Games record as India sweep men's high jump T63 medals
India secured all three medals in the mens high jump T63 final at the Asian Para Games 2026 on Thursday, October 22, with Shailesh Kumar leading the podium sweep alongside Varun Bhati and Rahul Saroha...
Asian Para Games: Solairaj Leaps to Asian Record Gold
Indian para-athlete Dharmaraj Solairaj successfully defended his gold medal in the men's T44/T62/T64 long jump combined event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya. He set a new Asian record with a jump of 7.15m.
India's Para Athletes Dominate Asian Games With Stellar Performance
India's medal tally at the Asian Para Games reached 88, with armless archer Sheetal Devi securing two gold medals. The para-athletics contingent was the largest contributor, while medals also came from swimming, badminton, and table tennis, showcasing a strong performance across multiple disciplines.
Indian Shuttlers Out Of French Open
Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Tanvi Sharma were eliminated from the French Open badminton tournament on Thursday, with Sharma losing to world No. 1 An Se Young and Shetty forfeiting due to injury. PV Sindhu and Ashmita Chaliha are yet to play their second-round matches later in the day.
Indian Para Athlete Sent Back From Japan For Misconduct
The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) has sent an athlete back from the Asian Para Games in Japan due to alleged misconduct. The athlete faces severe disciplinary action, including a potential lifetime ban, after the Games conclude. The PCI reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards misconduct and emphasised its commitment to discipline and integrity.
Asian Para Games: Kapil Kumar wins silver in men's 400m freestyle S10 event
Indian swimmer Kapil Kumar clinched a silver medal in the men's 400m freestyle S10 event at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya.
Shannon Tan Eyes Historic Title Defence At India Open
Defending champion Shannon Tan expresses cautious optimism about retaining her title at the Hero Women's India Open Golf Championship in Gurgaon. Despite no woman golfer ever successfully defending the title at the challenging DLF Golf and Country Club, Tan believes her ball-striking game suits the course and she is focused on her process amidst strong competition.
National Car Racing Championship Starts This Weekend
The 29th season of the CTR-JK Tyre FMSCI Indian National Car Racing Championship is set to begin this weekend at the Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore. The event will feature 17 races across various categories, including LGB Formula 4, Royal Enfield Continental GT Cup, and Novice Cup, with participation from national, international, and women racers.
Bumbadia clocked 59.97sec to be the only runner in the four-athlete race with a sub one minute performance
India's Para Athletes Win Gold, Two Silvers At Asian Games
Indian para-athletes Anjanaben Bumbadiya and Tejalben Damor secured gold and silver medals respectively at the Asian Para Games on Thursday. Bumbadiya won gold in the women's 400m T47 event, while Damor added a silver in the women's 400m T12, her second medal of the Games.
Indian para-archer Sheetal Devi added another gold medal to her growing collection at the ParaAsian Games 2026 . She defeated Singapores Nur Alim Syahidah 142-139 in the womens compound final on Thursday as her victory strengthened Indias medal campaign, taking the countrys overall tally to 73, including 17 gold, 22 silver and 34 bronze medals.
Indian Para Swimmer Deported From Japan
Para-swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh was detained by Japanese police and deported to India following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a female hotel employee during the Asian Para Games 2026 in Nagoya.
Para Archery Gold For Sheetal, Toman; Swati Wins Historic Silver
Indian para-archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured a gold medal in the compound mixed team event at the Asian Para Games. Swati Chaudhary also made history by winning India's first W1 individual silver medal. The achievements highlight India's growing prowess in para-archery.
Sheetal-Toman Win Archery Compound Gold At Asian Para Games
India's Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured the compound mixed team gold medal at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya on Thursday.
Anahat Singh Stuns 8-Time World Champion El Sherbini At Silicon Valley Open
Indian squash sensation Anahat Singh, 18, achieved a career-defining victory by defeating eight-time World champion and top seed Nour El Sherbini in straight games at the Silicon Valley Open.
Captain Fernandes questions United's tactics after Como drubbing
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes criticised his team's mentality, stating they adopted a 'mood of defeat' after conceding an early goal in their 4-1 Champions League loss to Como, a result that intensifies pressure on manager Michael Carrick.
Manchester Uniteds horrible form just refuses to stop as the three-time Champions League winners lost their group stage clash against Italys Como. The two sides took on each other on October 22nd, and while many expected a close game, Como completely dismantled United, registering a 4-1 victory in the clash.
Swati Chaudhary Scripts History With Silver In W1 Archery At Asian Para Games
Swati Chaudhary secured India's first-ever medal in the W1 category of archery at the Asian Para Games, winning a silver after a hard-fought final against China's Cen Mengkan.
Suvarna Raj Wins Women's F54 Discus Gold At Asian Para Games
Indian para-athlete Suvarna Raj won the gold medal in the women's F54 discus throw at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, achieving a best effort of 15.66m.
The 2026-27 season of I-League 3, India's fourth-tier men's football league, is set to begin with 19 clubs competing. The group stage will be held across four venues: Imphal, Rudrapur, Shillong, and Mapusa, with matches streamed live. The top two teams from the play-offs will gain promotion to I-League 2 for the 2027-28 season.
Asian Para Games 2026: Suvarna Raj clinches womens F54 discus gold
The 44-year-old from Greater Noida delivered a consistent performance, recording four throws beyond the 15-metre mark in her six attempts
Asian Para Games: Thulasimathi-Nitesh Enter SL3-SU5 Badminton Mixed Doubles Final
Thulasimathi Murugesan and Nitesh Kumar secured a spot in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 final at the Asian Para Games after defeating China's Li Mingpan and Xiao Zuxian.
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.
Indian Para Athlete Nishad Kumar Secures Double Gold
Indian para-athlete Nishad Kumar secured his second gold medal at the Asian Para Games, winning the men's high jump T47 event with a new Games record. This follows his long jump T47 gold on Monday, making him the third Indian to achieve two golds in a single edition.
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.
