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SPORTS - November 2018

Nov 2018

Jun 02, 2025

Aman Sehrawat Clinches Bronze at Ulaanbaatar Open 2025

Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat was back in action for the first time since the Paris Olympics 2024 as he appeared in the men's 57kg freestyle category at the Ulaanbaatar, Momgolia, Open 2025 wrestling Ranking Series, where he won a bronze medal.
Sehrawat, India's youngest individual Olympic medallist, started with a dominant 11-1 win over Kyrgyzstan's Almaz Smanbekov in his quarter-final. However, he was narrowly beaten by Pan American champion Roman Bravo-Young of Mexico in the semis.

Glenn Maxwell Announces ODI Retirement

Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from ODI cricket, calling time on an illustrious 13-year career for the national side in the 50-over format.
Maxwell, who first played for Australia in international cricket in an ODI in 2012, was part of the World Cup-winning teams in 2015 and 2023.

Piastri Wins in Spain, Verstappen Demoted

Formula One leader Oscar Piastri won the Spanish Grand Prix from pole position in a McLaren one-two with Lando Norris while Max Verstappen was demoted from fifth to tenth for a late collision with George Russell's Mercedes.
Piastri beat teammate and title rival Norris by 2.471 seconds for his fifth win in nine races this season.

Jun 01, 2025

England's Mary Earps Retires from International Football

Mary Earps, one of England's top football goalkeepers, has decided to retire from International football.
She shared this news just before England's important matches in the UEFA Women's Nations League.
Her retirement means she will not play in the UEFA European Championship this summer.

May 31, 2025

Rohit Sharma Becomes First Indian Batter to Smash 300 Sixes in IPL

Rohit Sharma, one of the most prolific and celebrated batters in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, etched his name into the record books once again by becoming the first Indian cricketer to hit 300 sixes in the IPL.
The historic moment came during the IPL 2025 Eliminator match between Mumbai Indians (MI) and Gujarat Titans (GT) at New Chandigarh on Friday.
With this feat, Rohit joins an elite list of only two players in the league's history to achieve this landmark - the other being the legendary Chris Gayle, who remains the undisputed king of six- hitting in IPL.

May 30, 2025

India's Mahendra Gurjar Sets World Record in World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland

India's Mahendra Gurjar made the country proud by setting a world record in the men's javelin F42 category at the Nottwil World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland.
The 27-year-old athlete won the gold medal with a record-breaking throw, proving his talent and determination.
Gurjar made a world record throw of 61.17 meters in his third attempt. His first two throws were 56.11 m and 55.51 m.
After the record throw, he also made three more throws measuring 58.54m, 57.54m and 58.07m.
He broke the previous world record of 59.19m, which was set by Brazil's Roberto Floriani Edenilson in 2022.
The F24 category is for athletes who have moderate movement problems in one leg. These attempts take part in field events like javelin and long jump.

May 29, 2025

Lando Norris Clinches Thrilling Victory at 2025 Monaco Grand Prix

British Formula 1 driver Lando Norris claimed an impressive victory at the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix on May 25, expertly converting his pole position into a win.
Racing through one of the most prestigious circuits in the sport, Norris managed tight corners, high-pressure phases, and a fierce challenge from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and teammate Oscar Piastri, to seal his second win of the season and move within striking distance in the championship standings.

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