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SPORTS - August 2018

Aug 2018

Dec 13, 2025

Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship 2026 to be hosted by India

India has been approved to host the first Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship in March 2026, with the event scheduled from 9 to 14 March 2026. More than 24 Commonwealth nations are expected to participate, featuring 16 men's teams and 16 women's teams. Kho Kho, a traditional Indian sport, gains global attention through this championship, highlighting cultural heritage and competitive sport. Organizers say the event will help expand Kho Kho's international footprint and promote youth engagement in traditional games. The championship is part of the Commonwealth's broader sports outreach across member nations in multiple continents.

First Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship to be hosted by India (9–14 March 2026).
Over 24 Commonwealth nations expected; 16 men’s and 16 women’s teams.
Event emphasizes cultural heritage and sport development.
Aims to broaden Kho Kho's international reach and youth engagement.
Part of Commonwealth’s global sports outreach.

Dec 11, 2025

33rd Southeast Asian Games begin in Thailand

Thailand hosts the 33rd Southeast Asian Games from December 9 to 20, 2025, across Bangkok and Chonburi. The event gathers athletes from 11 Southeast Asian nations to compete in multiple sports, showcasing regional talent and unity. The Opening Ceremony was held at Rajamangala National Stadium and marked the start of a broad competition featuring thousands of competitors and spectators. Organisers emphasise sport as a bridge among nations and a platform for cultural exchange, with nations both celebrating achievements and promoting regional cooperation through sport.

SEA Games 2025 opened in Bangkok and Chonburi (Dec 9–20).
11 Southeast Asian nations participate.
Opening Ceremony at Rajamangala National Stadium.
Thousands of athletes and spectators involved.
Event promotes regional unity and sporting excellence.

Germany wins record-extending eighth Men’s Hockey Junior World Cup

Germany won its record-extending eighth FIH Men’s Hockey Junior World Cup title, defeating Spain 3-2 in a shootout after a 1-1 stalemate in the final held at Chennai’s Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium. German goalkeeper Jasper Ditzer starred in the shootout and was named Player of the Match. The victory reinforces Germany’s status as a dominant force in junior field hockey, consolidating its success across the tournament and underscoring the strength of German youth development in the sport.

Germany wins eighth Junior World Cup in field hockey.
Final against Spain ends 3-2 in a shootout after 1-1 draw.
Venue: Chennai, India; Mayor Radhakrishnan Hockey Stadium.
goalkeeper Jasper Ditzer named Player of the Match.
Highlights Germany’s sustained youth development in hockey.

Dec 10, 2025

India hosts Squash World Cup for the third time in Chennai

Chennai hosts the SDAT Squash World Cup from December 9–14, 2025, featuring 12 nations and teams of two men and two women. India’s squad includes Abhay Singh, Velavan Senthilkumar, Anahat Singh, and Joshna Chinappa. The event marks India’s continued prominence in the sport, with matches held at the Express Avenue Mall’s glass court. The tournament carries world-class competition and streaming through WorldSquash.TV and the Olympic Channel, aligning with India’s sports diplomacy and showcasing home-grown talent on a global stage.

SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 in Chennai from December 9–14.
India fields a strong team including Anahat Singh and Joshna Chinappa.
Event hosted in Chennai with matches at Express Avenue Mall.
Worldwide streaming available via WorldSquash.TV and Olympic Channel.

Praggnanandhaa becomes first Indian to qualify for 2026 Candidates

R. Praggnanandhaa has qualified for the 2026 Candidates Tournament by winning the FIDE Circuit 2025, becoming the first Indian male to secure a spot. The Chennai-born grandmaster’s year included triumphs at Tata Steel Masters, Superbet Chess Classic Romania, UzChess Cup Masters, and London Chess Classic Open. The London result sealed his qualification as the circuit’s leader, with several rivals already qualified via other routes. The 2026 Candidates will determine who challenges the World Champion. This milestone marks a major achievement for Indian chess and reflects the sustained growth of Indian players on the world stage.

Praggnanandhaa qualifies for 2026 Candidates after winning FIDE Circuit 2025.
Dominant year with wins at Tata Steel, Romania, UzChess Cup, and London Classic Open.
He is the first Indian male to secure a 2026 Candidates berth.
London result clinched the circuit lead; many rivals already qualified.

Dec 09, 2025

Project Mahadeva Aims to Revive Grassroots Football in Maharashtra; Messi to Visit

Maharashtra launched Project Mahadeva to revive grassroots football for under-13 players across districts. Sixty selected young players will have a rare opportunity to train with football icon Lionel Messi in Mumbai this December, underscoring Maharashtra’s commitment to youth development in sport. The initiative includes a structured talent pathway, improved coaching, and exposure to high-performance environments. The project aligns with broader state sport-development goals and aims to nurture future national-level players while raising public interest in football.

Project Mahadeva targets under-13 football talent in Maharashtra.
Sixty players to train with Lionel Messi in December in Mumbai.
Includes coaching upgrades and structured pathways.
Supports broader state effort to grow grassroots football.

Smart India Hackathon VTU Begins; SIH 2025 Hardware Edition Highlights

The SIH 2025 hardware edition began at Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) in Hubballi, with 20 teams and around 120 student innovators across India participating in the opening ceremonies. The national challenge, organized by MIC and AICTE, invites teams to address real-world problems posed by ministries and industry partners. The event marks another phase in SIH's decade-long effort to promote open innovation, engineering skills, and collaboration between students and government agencies, continuing a national tradition of encouraging problem-solving and product development at the undergraduate level.

SIH 2025 hardware edition kicks off at VTU, Hubballi.
About 20 teams and 120 student innovators participate.
Organized by MIC and AICTE; problems from ministries and industry.
Continues SIH’s emphasis on open innovation and practical skills.

Infosys Foundation Expands GoSports Partnership to Gear for Gold

Infosys Foundation expanded its GoSports collaboration into a broader 'Gear for Gold' initiative supporting multiple Olympic disciplines. The program now includes six sports: badminton, table tennis, weightlifting, boxing, athletics, and shooting, with stronger coaching, sports science, and infrastructure support. The academy-first model will provide facilities, equipment, scholarships, and competition opportunities at national and international levels. Since 2022, the partnership has supported several sports academies; the new expansion adds three more and emphasizes holistic athlete development, including nutrition planning and injury management, to produce high-performance competitors.

Infosys Foundation expands GoSports collaboration to six sports.
New focus areas: coaching, sports science, infrastructure.
Six sports include badminton, table tennis, weightlifting, boxing, athletics, shooting.
Three new academies added to the program.

India Earns Historic Medal Haul at ISSF World Cup Final, Doha

India achieved its best-ever medal tally at the ISSF World Cup Final in Doha, securing six medals: two gold, three silver, and one bronze. The strong performance spanned pistol, rifle, and shotgun events, contributing to a second-place finish on the overall medals table behind China. The result reflects strengthened depth and consistency across shooting disciplines. Coaches, athletes, and national committees hailed the results as a milestone for India's shooting program, signaling growing international competitiveness ahead of future world championships and Olympic preparation.

India won six medals at ISSF World Cup Final (Doha).
Breakdown: 2 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze; second in medals table.
Medal haul spans pistol, rifle, and shotgun events.
Viewed as a milestone for India’s shooting program.

Dec 08, 2025

Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen Wins Australian Open

Denmark’s Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen won the Australian Open, claiming his first major title in professional golf. He triumphed by a single shot over former British Open champion Cam Smith at Royal Melbourne. South Korea’s Kim Si-woo finished third, with South Africa’s Michael Hollick and Adam Scott also in contention. The 26-year-old’s breakthrough elevates his standing on the world tour and signals a rising era for Danish golf. The victory added a new major to his resume and heightened anticipation for his performances in upcoming global events.

Rasmus Neergaard-Petersen wins Australian Open—first major title.
Wins by one shot over Cam Smith at Royal Melbourne.
Kim Si-woo finishes third; Adam Scott and others contend.
Marks a rising chapter for Danish golf on the world stage.
Impactful win ahead of future major events.

FC Goa Clinches AIFF Super Cup Title

FC Goa emerged champions of the AIFF Super Cup, defeating East Bengal FC in a dramatic sudden-death shootout. The win marks Goa’s third Super Cup title and their first defense of the trophy, extending a record in the competition. Manolo Marquez’s team secured a place in the next season’s AFC Champions League with the victory. The tournament, held in Goa, showcased competitive knockout football and reinforced Goa’s status as a strong footballing state in India. The win capped a successful run in India’s domestic cup competitions this season.

FC Goa wins AIFF Super Cup title against East Bengal.
Victory decided in a sudden-death shootout.
Goa secures a spot in the next season’s AFC Champions League.
Third Super Cup title for FC Goa; first time defending the title.
Tournament held in Goa.

Simranpreet Brar Wins 25m Pistol at ISSF World Cup Final

Simranpreet Kaur Brar won the women’s 25-meter pistol event at the ISSF World Cup Final 2025 in Doha, equalling the junior world record with 41 of 50 shots. The 21-year-old fired under pressure to secure gold, contributing to India’s medal tally. In the same event, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar earned silver in the men’s 50-meter rifle 3-positions with 413.3 points, finishing 0.9 behind the winner. India stood second in the overall medal standings with five medals, including two golds, two silvers, and one bronze, underscoring the country’s continued strength in shooting sports.

Simranpreet Brar wins women’s 25m pistol, 41/50 shots.
Brar equalled the junior world record at ISSF World Cup Final 2025.
Aishwary Tomar wins silver in men’s 50m rifle 3-positions.
India finishes with five medals overall, two golds.
Event held at the ISSF World Cup Final 2025 in Doha.

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