The iconic words from Rudyard Kipling’s poem, “If,” greet competitors as they step onto the hallowed grounds of Wimbledon’s Centre Court. The passage reads, “If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster and treat those two imposters both the same.” For Rafael Nadal, this phrase epitomizes his approach to the game. It reflects his mental…
N. Ajith shattered two national records on Thursday at the National Weightlifting Championships held in Nagrota Bagwan, Himachal Pradesh. Competing in the men’s 73kg category, Ajith displayed incredible strength and skill. His performance in clean and jerk and overall total was nothing short of phenomenal. Ajith’s achievement rewrote history. He surpassed his previous national record…
India’s Diksha Dagar had a tournament to forget at the Aramco Team Series 2024. After a lackluster start in the first round with a 76, she needed a low score in the second round to make the cut. Unfortunately, her struggles continued. A four-over 77 dashed her hopes, and she missed the cut in the…
The ongoing ISSF Junior World Championships have turned out to be a golden affair for India. The Indian shooting team, led by a trio of talented shooters—Mukesh Nelavalli, Raajwardan Patil, and Harsimar Singh Rattha—has displayed remarkable dominance. The men’s 25m rapid-fire pistol team event became another feather in India’s cap, marking the country’s 11th gold…
The scenic city of Udaipur played host to the inaugural Vedanta Zinc City Half Marathon, a race that saw a thrilling competition unfold amidst the picturesque backdrop of Fateh Sagar Lake and the Aravalli ranges. Athletes from all over the country and beyond gathered to participate in this prestigious event, making it a memorable day…
The 29th Open National Tennis Championship, set to take place at the prestigious DLTA Complex in New Delhi from September 28 to October 12, 2024, promises to be a thrilling event for tennis enthusiasts and players alike. With multiple Asian Games medallist Vishnu Vardhan, top seed Prajwal Dev, and defending champion Rashmikaa S Bhamidipaty leading…
The world of professional golf is gearing up for another exhilarating chapter as the Ladies European Tour (LET) resumes action after a break due to the prestigious Solheim Cup. Among the most anticipated events on the LET calendar is the La Sella Open, which promises to be a thrilling contest featuring some of the top…
Karnam Malleswari’s name is etched in golden letters in the annals of Indian sports history. As a pioneering figure in Indian weightlifting, Malleswari broke barriers, shattered stereotypes, and put India on the global sporting map. Her journey from a small village in Andhra Pradesh to becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal…
India has once again demonstrated its prowess in the global sports arena by topping the medal tally at the second World Deaf Shooting Championships held in Hanover, Germany. The Indian contingent, consisting of 13 talented shooters, bagged an impressive 21 medals, including seven golds, seven silvers, and seven bronzes. This extraordinary achievement not only placed…
In a display of remarkable talent and precision, Indian shooter Shourya Saini emerged victorious at the second World Deaf Shooting Championships, held in Hannover, Germany, on Friday. Saini, a trainee of the renowned coach Anjali Bhagwat, clinched the gold medal in the men’s 50-metre rifle 3-position event with a score of 452.4, following a record-breaking…