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Jan 30, 2026

Australian Open 2026: Gadecki, Peers retain mixed doubles crown after 37 years

Hometown wildcards Olivia Gadecki and John Peers successfully defended their Australian Open mixed doubles title, becoming the first pair in 37 years to retain the crown. The Australian duo defeated France's Kristina Mladenovic and Manuel Guinard in a thrilling final at Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, winning 4–6, 6–3, 10–8.

Gadecki and Peers became the first pair in 37 years to retain the AO mixed doubles title.
Entered the tournament as hometown wildcards.
Beat France's Kristina Mladenovic and Manuel Guinard in the final.
Final score: 4–6, 6–3, 10–8.
Match played at Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne.

Jan 29, 2026

Agra approves international indoor sports stadium project

Agra Development Authority gave in-principle approval for an international indoor sports stadium, citing Agra’s global tourism profile and rising local sports talent. The 151st ADA board meeting reviewed receipts and expenditures and discussed further projects including the Agra Inner Ring Road, a logistics park, and cultural venues. Officials highlighted the potential for sports talent development, tourism growth, and improved urban infrastructure. The project would require integrated planning, policy backing, and private participation to realize the stadium’s international standard infrastructure.

ADA approves international indoor stadium for Agra
Aligned with Agra’s tourism growth and sports talent
Board discussed finances and other infrastructure projects
Potential for private participation and policy backing
Aims to boost sports development and tourism

Two-year-old Jude Owens clinches two snooker world records

A Manchester-based toddler, Jude Owens, has earned two Guinness World Records for snooker trick shots. On 12 October last year, at age two years and 302 days, he achieved a pool bank shot and a double pot, becoming the youngest person to perform both. His father noticed the talent at home, and snooker soon became the child’s favorite pastime. The records place Jude among the youngest multiple record holders in Guinness history. The story has excited family and snooker communities who celebrate early talent and perseverance.

Toddler Jude Owens set two snooker records
Age: two years and 302 days (as of 12 Oct last year)
First: pool bank shot; second: double pot
Recognized as youngest to achieve both tricks
Parents and snooker community celebrate achievement

Jan 27, 2026

Indonesia Masters 2026: Malaysia wins three titles in Jakarta

Malaysian shuttlers produced a historic treble at the Indonesia Masters 2026 in Jakarta. Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei won the mixed doubles, Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin took the men’s doubles, and Pearly Tan–Thinaah won the women’s doubles, completing a three-title haul for Malaysia. Indonesia’s Alwi Farhan captured the men’s singles, while Chen Yu Fei of China won the women’s singles. The three titles marked a landmark achievement for Malaysia, reflecting strong form early in the 2026 season and heightening expectations for future World Tour events.

Malaysia completes historic three-title sweep at Indonesia Masters 2026
Mixed doubles: Chen Tang Jie–Toh Ee Wei; Men’s doubles: Goh Sze Fei–Nur Izzuddin
Women’s doubles: Pearly Tan–Thinaah; Men’s singles: Alwi Farhan
China’s Chen Yu Fei wins women’s singles

Kalinga Lancers win Hockey India League final 3–2 at Bhubaneswar

Kalinga Lancers defeated Ranchi Royals 3–2 to lift the Hockey India League title at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Bhubaneswar. After pressure in the closing stages, Lancers held their nerve as Alexander Hendrickx and Dilpreet Singh supplied decisive goals. Hendrickx struck twice (4th and 27th minutes) with Dilpreet’s 25th-minute effort sealing the win. Ranchi Royals pulled back goals through Araijeet Singh Hundal (9’) and captain Tom Boon (59’), but could not complete a comeback. The final delivered a high-quality contest in front of a home crowd, underscoring India’s growing prominence in domestic hockey.

Kalinga Lancers beat Ranchi Royals 3–2
Venue: Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Bhubaneswar
Hendrickx scored twice; Dilpreet Singh scored one
Ranchi Royals netted through Hundal and Boon
High-quality, competitive final in front of home fans

Jan 26, 2026

Bangladesh rules out travel to India for T20 World Cup over security concerns

Bangladesh Cricket Board president Aminul Islam said on 23 January 2026 that the national team will not travel to India for the Twenty20 World Cup, citing genuine security risks for players and fans. The ICC board had previously dismissed Bangladesh's concerns and refused to relocate matches out of India. Islam said the team would relay a plan to play in Sri Lanka, noting ICC's 24-hour ultimatum is not binding. He warned that excluding Bangladesh could cost ICC millions of viewers. An interim government's sports adviser, Asif Nazrul, said security decisions rest with Bangladesh's government, not with external bodies. Bangladesh could be replaced for the Feb 7-Mar 8 World Cup.

Bangladesh will not travel to India for the T20 World Cup due to security risks.
ICC board dismissed concerns and refused to relocate matches.
BCB plans to play in Sri Lanka; 24-hour ultimatum not binding.
Bangladesh could be replaced by another team for Feb 7–Mar 8 World Cup.
Security decisions are stated to rest with the Bangladesh government.

Jan 24, 2026

SkiMo sprint to make Olympic debut at Milano Cortina 2026

Milano Cortina 2026 will host ski mountaineering's sprint race, the oldest winter sport’s Olympic debut in the Games. Organisers shortened the endurance race to fit the schedule, turning the challenging climb and descent into a high-speed dash for gold. Ski mountaineering, which originated as mountain soldiers’ training, involves uphill travel either on skis with special skins or on foot in steep sections. The sprint event tests speed and technique, offering a compact spectacle for spectators. The inclusion marks a milestone for winter sports in the Olympics and reflects evolving interests in mountain athletic disciplines. It will attract athletes from around the world and stimulate tourism in winter regions.

Ski mountaineering sprint makes Olympic debut in 2026 Games.
Event shortened to fit schedule for Milano Cortina.
Originated as mountain soldiers’ training; now a sport.
Sprint tests speed and technique in a compact format.
Expected to attract global athletes and boost winter tourism.

Yash Anil Rashiya wins Roll Ball World Cup gold for India

Yash Anil Rashiya, a 20-year-old Roll Ball athlete from Surat, has become a rising star after winning the gold at the 7th Roll Ball World Cup 2025 in Dubai. Selected among 12 elite players to represent Team India, Rashiya played a key role in securing the World Cup title against international competition. His victory has boosted visibility for roll ball, a sport blending football and roller skating, on the global stage. The win underscores India’s growing strength in lesser-known sports and showcases youth talent from Gujarat’s sports ecosystem.

Yash Anil Rashiya wins gold at 7th Roll Ball World Cup 2025.
Player from Surat, part of Team India’s elite squad.
Roll Ball combines football and roller skating.
Victory increases visibility of India in lesser-known sports.
Promotes Gujarat’s sports talent on the world stage.

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