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Apr 02, 2022

FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar: Adidas Unveils Official Match Ball 'Al Rihla'

Adidas reveals Al Rihla – the Official Match Ball for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. It is the 14th successive ball that adidas has created for the FIFA World Cup, designed to support the game at high speed as it travels faster in flight than any other World Cup ball.
Al Rihla translates as "the journey" in Arabic and was inspired by the architecture, iconic boats, and the flag of Qatar. The ball was designed with the environment at its heart - all components have been carefully considered, and Al Rihla is the first World Cup ball made using only water-based inks and glues. The bold, vibrant color and graphics set on a pearlescent background reflects the ever-increasing speed of the game.
Designed from rigorous testing in adidas labs, wind tunnels, and on-pitch, Al Rihla provides the highest level of accuracy and reliability on the field of play,due in part to its new panel shape and surface textures: CTR-CORE – An innovative core within the ball that is tuned to improve accuracy and consistency, supporting fast, precise play with maximum shape and air retention.

Manipur Govt. Signs MoU with Samsung and Abhitech to Set up Sports Digital Experience Centre

The Manipur state government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Samsung Data System India Pvt. Ltd. and Abhitech IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. for setting up a world class 'Sports Digital Experience Centre' as a part of Manipur Olympian Park and at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex.
With the setting up of the Digital Experience Centre, various achievements of Olympians from Manipur will be digitally displayed making the public aware about their achievements. Achievements of other players will also be displayed at Khuman Lampak Sports Complex.

Apr 01, 2022

Audi and Porsche to enter F1, get green light from Volkswagen

Audi and Porsche owner Volkswagen is likely to give the green light for the two brands to make their entry into motor racing's Formula One at a meeting next week. There has long been talk of Audi and Porsche forming partnerships with existing Formula One teams, their most likely method of entry into the highest class of international racing.
Audi will offer around 500 million euros ($556.30 million) for McLaren, one source said, while Porsche intends to establish a long-term partnership with racing team Red Bull starting in several years' time. Volkswagen has not previously been involved in Formula One but has worked with Red Bull, notably in the world rally championship.

Manika-Archana Pair Settles for Bronze in WTT Star Contender

Indian paddler Manika Batra and her partner Archana Kamath settled for a bronze medal at the WTT Star Contender Doha, Qatar 2022 after losing to Chinese Taipei's Li Yu-Jhun and Cheng I-Ching in the women's doubles semi-finals, in Doha yesterday. The world No 6 Indian pair lost 0-3 (8-11, 6-11, 7-11) to Chinese Taipei's duo at the Lusail Sports Arena in the Qatari capital.

Mar 31, 2022

Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma Re-elected as the President of Badminton Association of India

The incumbent president of the Badminton Association of India (BAI), Himanta Biswa Sarma was re-elected unopposed for a second four years term, from 2022 to 2026.
Badminton Association of India is the governing body of badminton in India. He was elected during the General Body Meeting of BAI in Guwahati on March 25, 2022. He is also the current Chief Minister of Assam. He was first elected as BAI chief in 2017. Apart from this, Sarma also serves as Vice President of Badminton Asia and a member of the Badminton World Federation Executive Council.
BAI is an association registered under the Society's act. It was formed in 1934 and has been holding national-level tournaments in India since 1936.

Mar 30, 2022

India Ends Campaign at WTT Contender 2022 Championship with Two Medals

India ended its campaign at the World Table Tennis (WTT) Contender 2022 championship at Doha in Qatar with two medals.
Mixed Doubles pair of Manika Batra and Gnanasekaran Sathiyan settled for a silver while Achanta Sharath Kamal bagged a Bronze in Men's Singles at the tournament. In mixed doubles, the third seed Indian pair of Manika Batra and Gnanasekaran Sathiyan lost to the top-seeded Chinese Taipei pair of Lin Yun-Ju and Cheng I-Ching 4-11, 5-11, 3-11.
In Men's Singles, four-time Olympian Sharath Kamal went down fighting 3-4 (5-11, 11-8, 6-11, 11-7, 11-5, 10-12, 9-11) in the semifinals against China's Yuan Licen. The veteran Indian paddler fought hard but lost and therefore had to be content with a bronze taking India's tally to two medals with one silver and one bronze.

Ajay Jayaram Announces Retirement After Almost 2 Decades of Being a Pro Badminton Player

Indian badminton ace Ajay Jayaram who reached a career-best ranking of world number 13 in 2017 decided to call it quits after almost 2 decades of professional involvement in the sport. The 34-year-old who can boast of being a Czech International and Dutch Open Champion took to social media to put up a statement announcing the same. "As all good things come to an end, so is my professional badminton journey of nearly 2 decades. I've decided to retire from competitive badminton and I write this, teary-eyed and with a lump in my throat," read the statement.
Jayaram was also a member of the 2016 Indian men's team that claimed a bronze medal in Asia Team Championships. He last played at the Odisha Open Super 100 tournament in January, 2022.

Mar 29, 2022

Max Verstappen Wins 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen (Red Bull – Netherlands) won the Formula One 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Saudi Arabia. Charles Leclerc (Ferrari- Monaco) came second and Carlos Sainz Jr. (Ferrari – Spain) came third. It was the second edition of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and the second round of the 2022 Formula One World Championship. Lewis Hamilton managed to get a point on the board after coming 10th.

Canada Qualify for FIFA World Cup Finals for First Time in 36 Years

Canada men's football team qualified for the FIFA World Cup finals for only the second time ever with a 4-0 rout of Jamaica. The nation's only previous appearance in the tournament was 1986 in Mexico.
Canada became the 20th team to qualify for the 2022 FIFA World Cup which will feature 32 nations vying for the ultimate prize in Qatar from November 21 to December 18.
The remaining 12 teams will be decided in the coming days before the draw on April 1 to determine the eight groups.

SAFF U-18 Women's Championship Title 2022 Won by Indian Women's Team

Despite losing 0-1 to Bangladesh, India emerged champions of the 2022 SAFF U-18 Women's Championships because of a better goal difference. India enjoyed a better goal difference of +11 in comparison to +3 of Bangladesh.
The valuable player of the tournament and the highest goal scorer was Lynda Kom who scored five goals in total.

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