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SPORTS - March 2018

Mar 2018

Nov 23, 2024

Bihar to Host Khelo India Youth Games and Para Games in 2025

Bihar will host the prestigious Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) and the Khelo India Para Games (KIPG) in April 2025, showcasing the state's growing capabilities in hosting major sporting events.
This follows the successful organisation of the Women's Asian Champions Trophy in Rajgir, further cementing Bihar's reputation in the sports arena. The announcement was made by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, who emphasised the importance of sports in achieving the vision of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047.
The inaugural edition was held in Delhi.

Alistair Brownlee Retires: A Triathlon Legend Bids Farewell

Double Olympic champion Alistair Brownlee, a key figure in the rise of British triathlon, announced his retirement from the sport at the age of 36. Known for his iconic victories in London 2012 and Rio 2016, Brownlee has left an indelible mark on triathlon, inspiring a new generation of athletes, including current Olympic champion Alex Yee.
Brownlee's career spans over two decades, during which he became the only athlete in triathlon history to win the junior, U23, European, World, and Olympic championships. He first made his mark in 2008 in Beijing, finishing 12^th, but it was his gold medal win in London 2012 that catapulted him to global fame. He defended his title in Rio 2016, solidifying his place as one of the sport's all-time greats.

Nov 22, 2024

Kolkata's Eden Gardens to Have a Stand Named after Legendary Jhulan Goswami

The Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) dedicated a stand at Eden Gardens stadium to legendary women's cricketer Jhulan Goswami. The Block B gallery of Eden Gardens will be renamed in honour of the former Indian women's team captain. Jhulan became the third person to have a stand named after her at this iconic cricket venue in Kolkata, following former BCCI and ICC President Jagmohan Dalmiya and former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly.

Nandan Kumar Jha Elected President of International Mind Sports Association (IMSA)

India's Nandan Kumar Jha was elected as the president of the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA), a global body for the governance and promotion of mind sports.
The announcement on Jha's election was made during IMSA's annual general assembly in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
The IMSA, which has over 200 member countries, works with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and other affiliate global sports federations to integrate mind sports into mainstream global sports.

Nov 21, 2024

Italy Wins the Billie Jean King Cup 2024

Jasmine Paolini put on a tennis masterclass to steer Italy to a fifth Billie Jean King Cup title as she beat Rebecca Sramkova 6-2, 6-1 in the second singles rubber to wrap up a 2-0 win over Slovakia in the final.
A year after Italy suffered a heartbreaking defeat to Canada in the decider and over a decade since its last title in 2013, the charismatic Paolini demolished Sramkova before celebrating wildly with her teammates and jubilant Italian fans, including men's world number one Jannik Sinner.

Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 hockey: India Edge Out China

The Indian hockey team beat the People's Republic of China 1-0 in the final to win the Women's Asian Champions Trophy 2024 at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium in Bihar.
Deepika scored the winning goal for the Indian women's hockey team and finished as the tournament's top goal scorer with a tally of 11.
This was India's third Women's Asian Champions Trophy hockey title, bringing them level with the Republic of Korea as the most successful nation in the competition's history. The Indian women won their maiden title in 2016 before clinching the 2023 edition as well.

Rafael Nadal Retires

Rafael Nadal, one of tennis's all-time greats, bid farewell to professional tennis at the 2024 Davis Cup in Málaga, Spain. His final match ended in a 6-4, 6-4 loss to the Netherlands' Botic Van de Zandschulp, marking the end of an extraordinary career. With 22 Grand Slam titles, four Davis Cup victories, and two Olympic gold, Nadal leaves behind an unparalleled legacy defined by grit, humility, and unmatched prowess on the court. Here's a detailed study of his career milestones and legacy.
Debut: Began professional career in 2001 at a Futures event.
Main Tour Breakthrough: Reached the Wimbledon third round in 2003.
First Grand Slam Win: Claimed his maiden title at the 2005 French Open.

Nov 20, 2024

West Bengal Triumphs at 4th National Finswimming Championship

The 4th National Finswimming Championship 2024 concluded with remarkable performances by swimmers from across India. Held at the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Swimming Pool Complex, New Delhi, the three-day event saw 1500 participants from 26 States and Union Territories competing for glory. Organized by the Underwater Sports Federation of India (USFI) in association with the Physical Education Foundation of India, this championship showcased India's growing prowess in finswimming.
Team Standings
West Bengal: Crowned team champions with 151 medals (67 gold, 43 silver, 41 bronze).
Karnataka: Runners-up with 50 medals (17 gold, 18 silver, 15 bronze).
Uttarakhand: Third place with 21 medals (8 gold, 6 silver, 7 bronze).
Haryana: Fourth place, also with 21 medals (6 gold, 10 silver, 5 bronze), ranked lower due to fewer gold medals than Uttarakhand.
The chief guest, Dronacharya awardee hockey coach AK Bansal, presented the trophies and medals to the winners.

Mithali Raj Is Mentor for ACA Women's Cricket Operations

Former Indian women's cricket captain, Mithali Raj, was appointed as the Mentor of Women's Cricket Operations by the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA). Raj, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest female cricketers, signed a three-year contract with the ACA.
Her primary responsibility will be to scout and nurture young talent across the state, with a focus on developing the next generation of women cricketers.
Raj, who retired from international cricket in 2022, has long been an advocate for women's sports and will bring her extensive knowledge and expertise to her new role with the ACA.

Odisha Wins Maiden Gold in 14th Senior National Hockey Championship

Odisha emerged victorious at the 14th Hockey India Senior National Championship, defeating two-time champion Haryana 5-1 in the final held at the SDAT-Mayor Radhakrishnan Stadium, Chennai. This historic win marked Odisha's maiden gold medal in the tournament, with Shilanand Lakra stealing the show with an incredible hat-trick.
Odisha's head coach, Bijay Kumar Lakra, attributed the victory to the team's fitness and strategic execution.
For Haryana, this was their second consecutive loss in the final, having been defeated by Punjab in the previous edition.

Nov 19, 2024

Dubai Sports Council Appoint Harbhajan & Sania Mirza as Ambassadors

The Dubai Sports Council appointed four global sports icons as its Sports Ambassadors. This initiative aims to enhance Dubai's reputation as a global sports destination and strengthen its sports ecosystem by attracting prestigious international events, nurturing local talent, and promoting sports tourism.
The four ambassadors are Harbhajan Singh (Former Indian cricketer), Sania Mirza (Former Indian tennis player), Khabib Nurmagomedov (Russian UFC champion) and Patrice Evra (French footballer).
The appointments were made in the presence of Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai Sports Council.

Jyothi Surekha Wins Gold, Abhishek Verma Takes Silver at GT Open 2024

At the GT Open 2024 in Luxembourg, India's Jyothi Surekha Vennam secured the gold in women's compound archery, defeating Sarah Prieels of Belgium with a 147-145 victory. Abhishek Verma, who shot a perfect 600 in qualifications, won silver in the men's competition after a shoot-off loss to Mike Schlosser. Both archers displayed exceptional skill.

Tata Steel Chess: Magnus Magic: Carlsen Completes Double

World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen completed a remarkable double at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament, clinching the blitz title with a round to spare.
Just days after securing the rapid title, the Norwegian maestro produced a scintillating performance, including a dramatic turnaround against Indian prodigy Arjun Erigaisi in the penultimate round, to reach an unassailable 12 points.
Carlsen capped off the tournament in style, defeating Vidit Gujrathi in the final round to finish with three consecutive wins and a total of 13 points to claim the blitz crown. This marks his second double victory in Kolkata, West Bengal, replicating his triumph from 2019.

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