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SPORTS - December 2018

Dec 2018

Jan 16, 2024

Shooter Vijayveer Sidhu Clinches 17th Paris Olympics Spot for India

India's Vijayveer Sidhu clinched a 17^th Paris Games quota place for the country while clinching a silver medal in the men's 25m rapid-fire event at the Asia Olympic Qualifiers.
Sindhu the team bronze-medallist at the Hangzhou Asian Games in 2023, joined senior country-mate Anish Bhanwala in securing a Paris berth in the 25m rapid fire.
Anish had bagged the Olympic quota with a bronze medal in the Asian Championship in Changwon, Korea, in 2023.

Karnataka's Prakhar Chaturvedi, Becomes 1st Player to Slam 400 in Cooch Behar Trophy

Karnataka's batter Prakhar Chaturvedi broke the 25-year-old record of India's star batter Yuvraj Singh with an unbeaten 404 runs off 636 balls in the U-19 Cooch Behar Trophy final. With a stunning knock, Prakhar Chaturvedi surpassed Yuvraj Singh's 1999 record of 358 runs for Punjab in a game against Bihar.

Jan 15, 2024

Malaysia Open 2024: Satwik-Chirag Lose to Chinese Pair

The Indian men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty failed to win their second Super 1000 title after they lost the final of the Malaysia Open 2024 to the Chinese pairing of Liang Weikeng and Wang Chang.

Madhya Pradesh Emerges Overall Champion of First ever Beach Games held in Diu

Madhya Pradesh emerged as the overall champion at the inaugural Beach Games 2024, held at the pristine blue flag certified Ghoghla Beach in Diu. The landlocked state secured a staggering total of 18 medals, including an impressive haul of 7 gold.
The competition witnessed 1404 young athletes from 28 states and Union Territories who participated in a diverse array of disciplines.
Maharashtra clinched 14 medals, including 3 gold, while Tamil Nadu, Uttarkhand, and hosts Dadra, Nagar Haveli, Diu & Daman secured 12 medals each. Notably, Assam secured 8 medals, with an impressive 5 gold.
In a thrilling turn of events, Lakshadweep made history by securing the gold medal in Beach Soccer. Their victory, a 5-4 triumph over Maharashtra in the final, not only added diversity to the medal tally but also underscored the inclusive and nationwide impact of the Diu Beach Games 2024.

Tim Southee Achieves Historic Milestone in T20 Internationals

New Zealand's veteran pace bowler Tim Southee created history by becoming the first bowler to take 150 wickets in T20 Internationals. This milestone was achieved during a T20 match against Pakistan, where New Zealand secured a convincing victory.
Tim Southee's achievement of 150 wickets in T20 Internationals set a new benchmark in the cricketing world, highlighting his consistency and skill in the game's shortest format.

Unveiling the Essence of the 9th Asian Winter Games: Slogan, Emblem, and Mascots

The 9^th Asian Winter Games, set to illuminate the winter sports landscape in 2025, officially entered an exciting phase with the unveiling of its core symbols – the slogan, emblem, and mascots. This grand reveal, hosted in the capital city of Heilongjiang Province, China, marks a significant milestone as the Games draw closer.
Embracing the spirit of unity and sportsmanship, the official slogan "Dream of Winter, Love among Asia" resonates deeply with the ethos of the Games. This slogan encapsulates the aspirations and passion for winter sports among Asian countries, highlighting the essence of dreams, love, and camaraderie that the Games aim to foster.
The heart and soul of the Games are personified in its mascots, "Binbin" and "Nini", two charming Siberian tiger cubs. Inspired by actual tiger cubs born in the Heilongjiang Siberian Tiger Park, these mascots embody the vitality and spirit of the Games. Their introduction adds a touch of warmth and excitement, symbolizing the strength and grace inherent in winter sports.
The official emblem, aptly named "Breakthrough", is a creative masterpiece blending Chinese cultural elements with Olympic symbols. Designed by the team from the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University, the emblem is a fusion of a short track speed skater figure, a lilac flower (Harbin's official flower), and dancing ribbons. This emblem represents a harmonious blend of speed, beauty, and cultural significance, portraying the dynamic spirit of the Asian Winter Games.

Jan 14, 2024

Rhythm Sangwan Clinches 16th Olympic Quota for 2024 Paris Games

In a remarkable feat at the Asian Shooting Championships 2024 in Jakarta, Indonesia, Rhythm Sangwan secured a bronze medal in the women's 25m pistol event, obtaining a Paris 2024 Olympic quota for India. This accomplishment marked India's 16th shooting quota for the upcoming Olympics, surpassing the previous record tally of 15 set for the Tokyo 2020 Games.

Jan 12, 2024

ICC U-19 World Cup: Two Indians Named among 16 Umpires and 4 Match Referees

Umpire K.N. Padmanabhan and match referee Narayanan Kutty are the only two Indians part of the 20-member roster of umpires and match-referees for the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2024, announced the International Cricket Council (ICC).
The Under-19 World Cup will be held in from January 19 to February 11 in South Africa after Sri Lanka Cricket was banned in November 2023 and the tournament was transferred to the Rainbow nation.

Wrestler Aman Overcomes Chinese Challenge, Wins Gold

Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat came up with a commanding performance and bagged the 57kg gold medal in the Zagreb Open Ranking Series tournament, defeating China's world No. 7 Wanhao Zou 10-0. Deepak Punia could not make it to the 86kg medal round.

Jan 11, 2024

GNDU Creates History in Sports World, Clinches MAKA Trophy for Record 25th Time

The esteemed Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy (MAKA) for exceptional sporting achievements in the year 2022-23 was awarded to Guru Nanak Dev University by President of India, Droupadi Murmu.
This marked the University's record 25th win of the coveted trophy for outstanding all-round performance in sports.
Guru Nanak Dev University won the prestigious MAKA Trophy solidifying its position as India's top sports university.
The prestigious trophy, constituted in 1956-57, is awarded every year by the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports to universities after assessing various parameters, including the strength of sports programme, number of national/international athletes and sportspersons, their achievements and sports infrastructure.

Alexander Zverev-Led Germany Defeats Swiatek's Poland in United Cup

Germany beat top seeds Poland and clinched the United Cup after Alexander Zverev and Laura Siegemund won the deciding mixed doubles tie over Hubert Hurkacz and Iga Swiatek.
Despite the loss, Poland did not leave empty-handed. Iga Swiatek, having won all her singles ties and mixed doubles matches leading up to the final, was awarded the Most Valuable Player accolade.
The United Cup is an international hard court tennis competition featuring mixed-gender teams from 18 countries.

FIH and Viacom18 Ink Four-Year Media Rights Deal

The International Hockey Federation (FIH) sealed a significant media rights partnership with Viacom18, spanning the four-year period from 2023 to 2027. This exclusive agreement encompasses all FIH events, with the exception of the FIH Nations Cup.
This comprehensive media rights deal ensures that hockey enthusiasts across India have access to an extensive array of FIH events, enhancing the sport's visibility and popularity. The only exception to this coverage is the FIH Nations Cup, which falls outside the purview of the agreement.

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