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Dec 2018

Aug 30, 2026

Praggnanandhaa wins Grand Chess Tour Final in Saint Louis

Indian chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa won the 2026 Grand Chess Tour Final, becoming the first Indian to claim the title. The finale at the Saint Louis Chess Club saw Praggnanandhaa overcome a six-point deficit on the final day to defeat American Fabiano Caruana 15–13. The victory earned him 200,000 United States dollars and a place in the 2027 Grand Chess Tour. Earlier in 2026, Praggnanandhaa also won the renowned Norway Chess event, strengthening his status on the world circuit. The triumph adds to India's rising success in elite chess and reflects the player’s rapid improvement under coach Viswanathan Anand. The win sealed a landmark season for Indian youth in international chess.

Event: Grand Chess Tour Final 2026
Winner: Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu
Final score: 15–13 against Fabiano Caruana
Prize: USD 200,000
Qualification: earns entry to 2027 GCT
Related: also won 2026 Norway Chess earlier

Aug 29, 2026

Senthilkumar Reaches Budapest Open Final; Momentum for Indian Squash Continues

Velavan Senthilkumar progressed to the Budapest Open final after a dramatic 3–2 semifinal victory over Indian rival Veer Chotrani, following a comfortable 3–0 win against Eain Yow Ng in the quarterfinals. The Hungarian event showcased growing Indian depth on the European tour, with Senthilkumar’s tactical discipline and strong serving cited as key factors. He will face Balazs Farkas in the final, seeking a second major title on the circuit. The result reinforces India’s rising status in international squash and is likely to improve Senthilkumar’s world ranking, contributing to broader confidence in the next generation of Indian players.

Semifinal win: Senthilkumar def. Veer Chotrani 3–2.
Quarterfinal win: Senthilkumar def. Eain Yow Ng 3–0.
Final opponent: Balazs Farkas (Budapest Open).
Indicates growing depth of Indian squash on the European circuit.
Potential boost to Senthilkumar’s world ranking.

Velavan Senthilkumar Clinches Budapest Squash Open Title

Indian squash player Velavan Senthilkumar won the PSA Budapest Squash Open title in Hungary in August 2026, defeating Balazs Farkas 3–0 in the final. The final capped a standout week after he defeated World No. 18 and Asian Games gold medallist Eain Yow Ng 3–0 in the quarterfinals. Senthilkumar then overcame fellow Indian Veer Chotrani 3–2 in a closely contested semifinal before sealing the championship. The victory boosts India’s profile on the European circuit and lifts Senthilkumar’s world-ranking prospects. Analysts note a growing depth in Indian squash, with more players reaching late rounds at international events and challenging established global competitors.

Senthilkumar won the PSA Budapest Open title in Hungary.
Final score: 3–0 against Balazs Farkas.
Quarterfinal: 3–0 vs Eain Yow Ng (World No. 18).
Semifinal: 3–2 against Indian rival Veer Chotrani.
Signifies rising strength of Indian squash on the international stage.

Aug 28, 2026

US Open 2026 marks a record prize purse of $108 million

The US Open 2026, the 146th edition of tennis' marquee Grand Slam, will be played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York, on hard courts. Organisers announced a record prize purse of 108 million dollars, underscoring the championship's growing commercial appeal and global reach. The increased prize money reflects deeper sponsorship, wider fan engagement, and the event's status as one of the sport's richest tournaments. The tournament will again attract top players from around the world, with a crescendo of high-stakes matches culminating in a celebratory weekend for fans and partners alike.

146th edition of the US Open
Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows
Played on hard courts
Record prize purse of $108 million
Indicates rising popularity and sponsorship
Attracts top global players

Muchova and Menšík win US Open mixed doubles in 2026

Czech players Karolina Muchova and Jakub Menšík captured the US Open 2026 mixed doubles title, defeating Belinda Bencic of Switzerland and Flavio Cobolli of Italy in the final with a score of 6-3, 1-6, 10-6. The triumph marks the pair's first Grand Slam title together and highlights rising Czech strength in tennis on the global stage. The match showcased tactical variety and resilience, with Muchova and Menšík seizing key moments in a tight decider to seal the championship and boost their profiles in international doubles competition.

Winners: Karolina Muchova and Jakub Menšík
Final opponents: Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli
Score: 6-3, 1-6, 10-6
First Grand Slam title as a team
Notable Czech success on the global stage

Aug 27, 2026

UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships 2026 held in Bhopal

The UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships 2026 were held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, bringing together India's leading players to compete for national ranking points. The tournament showcased both emerging talents and experienced athletes, contributing to the strengthening of India’s table tennis ecosystem. Officials emphasised the event as a platform for performance development and preparedness for international competition, with results influencing selection for future national and international events. The championship also highlighted grassroots participation and broader sports development goals across states.

UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships 2026 held in Bhopal
Top Indian players participated for national ranking points
Showcased emerging talent and experienced athletes
Aims to strengthen India’s table tennis ecosystem
Supports preparation for international competition
Promotes grassroots participation in table tennis

Aug 26, 2026

BWF World Championships 2026 in New Delhi; Indian bronze in women's doubles

The BWF World Championships 2026 were held in New Delhi at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium. It was the 30th edition of the tournament. Indian women’s doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand won a bronze medal, marking the first World Championships medal for an Indian women’s doubles team since 2011, when Jwala Gutta and Ashwini Ponnappa achieved success. Hosts celebrated the result as a milestone for Indian badminton and a sign of growing strength in the sport. Coaches noted the challenging field from Asia, and the event raised inspiration for young players across the country. Organisers thanked volunteers for smooth event management.

BWF World Championships 2026 held in New Delhi
30th edition of the tournament
Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand won bronze in women's doubles
First Indian women’s doubles World Championships medal since 2011
Event highlighted India's rising badminton profile

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