Esha Singh wins gold at Asian Rifle and Pistol Championship
Olympian Esha Singh clinched gold in the women’s 10 metre air pistol event at the Asian Rifle and Pistol Championship, held at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range in Delhi. The 21-year-old shooter finished with 239.8 points in the final, edging Cheng Yen-Ching of Chinese Taipei (silver, 235.4) and Yu Ai-Wen (bronze, 217.7). In the Women’s Team event, Esha joined Manu Bhaker and Suruchi Singh to win gold with a combined 1,726 points. In the men’s event, world champion Samrat Rana earned bronze. The results underline India’s strength in pistol disciplines on the continental stage.
Esha Singh won gold in women’s 10m air pistol (final: 239.8).
Cheng Yen-Ching silver; Yu Ai-Wen bronze in individual event.
Women’s Team gold for Esha, Bhaker, and Suruchi (1,726 total).
Samrat Rana won bronze in men’s 10m event.
Feb 04, 2026
6th Badminton Asia Team Championships begin in Qingdao; India’s teams compete
The 6th Badminton Asia Team Championships commenced in Qingdao, China, with both India’s men’s and women’s teams taking part. India’s women’s squad, defending champions, will compete in Group Y alongside Thailand and Myanmar, while star player PV Sindhu did not participate this year. The men’s team is drawn into Group C with Japan and Singapore. Notable Indian athletes include Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, Kidambi Srikanth, and doubles pair Rankireddy–Shetty, who will lead their respective sides. The tournament runs concurrently with group-stage matches beginning on the opening day.
6th Badminton Asia Team Championships underway in Qingdao.
Women’s team in Group Y; PV Sindhu absent this year.
Men’s team in Group C with Japan and Singapore.
Key players: Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, Kidambi Srikanth, Rankireddy–Shetty.
India aims for podium finishes in both sections.
Feb 03, 2026
Elena Rybakina wins Australian Open title with comeback over Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina captured the Australian Open women’s singles title in Melbourne, beating world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 in two hours and 18 minutes. The 26-year-old Kazakh, known for her composed demeanor, secured her second major crown and first at Melbourne Park after a 2022 Wimbledon triumph. Rybakina recovered after losing the second set and used precise serving and aggressive baseline play to control key moments late in the decider. The victory marked a rare reversal of the 2023 final outcome and underscored Rybakina’s continued ascent among tennis’s elite.
Final lasted 2h18m; score 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.
Rybakina’s second major title; first Australian Open crown.
Defeated world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the final.
Prev. won 2022 Wimbledon; ongoing major contender.
Indian mountaineer Kabak Yano summits Mount Aconcagua in Argentina
Indian mountaineer Kabak Yano from Arunachal Pradesh successfully summited Mount Aconcagua in Argentina, part of a 7-summit expedition. Standing at 22,831 feet, Aconcagua is the highest peak in the Western Hemisphere. The achievement marks another milestone in Yano’s endurance journey and serves as inspiration for regional explorers. Arunachal Governor Lieutenant General K. T. Parnaik (Retd.) congratulated Yano and lauded her perseverance and preparation. The ascent highlights ongoing Indian participation in high-altitude expeditions and the expanding profile of Indian climbers on the global stage.
Showcases rising Indian presence in high-altitude exploration.
Haryana Thunders win Pro Wrestling League 2026 title in dramatic final
The Pro Wrestling League (PWL) 2026 concluded with the Haryana Thunders clinching the championship after a dramatic final against the Delhi Dangal Warriors at Noida Indoor Stadium. With eight bouts completed, the teams were tied 4-4, and the title ride hinged on the women’s 62 kg clash. Paris Olympic silver medallist Iryna Koliadenko produced a patient, masterful performance under pressure, securing a 5-4 victory and the championship for Haryana. The final was one of the most tightly contested in PWL history. Turan Bayramov of Delhi earned Player of the Tournament honors for seven wins in the 57 kg category, while Chandermohan of Punjab Royals topped the tournament in points.
Final was tied 4-4 after eight bouts.
Iryna Koliadenko sealed the win in the women’s 62 kg bout.
Haryana Thunders claimed the PWL 2026 title.
Turan Bayramov was Player of the Tournament (7–0 in 57 kg).
Chandermohan finished as the highest point scorer.
Feb 02, 2026
Indian Navy Hosts Second Half-Marathon in Delhi with Over 13,500 Participants
The Indian Navy organized its second half-marathon in New Delhi, drawing more than 13,500 participants. Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted the event’s link to the Fit India Movement and the Viksit Bharat 2047 goal. The race promoted fitness and youth engagement, with participants from diverse backgrounds running through the capital’s landmarks. Organisers noted strong volunteer support and community involvement, underscoring the military’s role in promoting healthy lifestyles beyond defense duties.
Event: Indian Navy half-marathon in New Delhi.
Participants: over 13,500 people.
Theme: Fit India Movement; Viksit Bharat 2047.
Impact: youth engagement and promotion of fitness.
Carlos Alcaraz Wins Australian Open 2026, Completes Career Grand Slam
On 1 February 2026, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open men's singles final to complete his career Grand Slam. At age 22, Alcaraz became the youngest man to achieve this milestone, surpassing previous records. Djokovic took the opening set 6-2, but Alcaraz rebounded to win 6-2, 6-3, 7-5, showcasing aggressive baseline play and endurance. The victory marks a historic chapter in tennis and signals the rise of a new era in the sport, with Alcaraz adding a landmark title to his growing collection of major championships.
Winner: Carlos Alcaraz; finalist: Novak Djokovic.
Date: 1 February 2026; score: 6-2, 6-3, 7-5.
Significance: career Grand Slam at age 22; youngest to do so.
Impact: marks shift in tennis leadership and generation change.
Devika Sihag Wins Maiden BWF Super 300 Title at Thailand Masters
Devika Sihag, a 20-year-old Indian shuttler from Haryana, won her maiden BWF Super 300 title at the Thailand Masters in Bangkok. She defeated Malaysia’s Goh Jin Wei in the women’s singles final, who retired with a hamstring injury while leading 21-8, 6-3. The victory marks a milestone in Sihag’s career and signals rising strength for Indian women on the international circuit. Her performance adds momentum to the growing success of Indian players in international badminton and could boost funding and development programs at the national level.
Player: Devika Sihag; age 20; from Haryana.
Title: maiden BWF Super 300 at Thailand Masters.
Final: opponent Goh Jin Wei retired due to injury; score 21-8, 6-3 when halted.
Significance: indicates rising strength of Indian women in badminton.
Feb 01, 2026
Mertens and Zhang win Australian Open 2026 women's doubles
Belgium's Elise Mertens and Zhang Shuai of China captured the Australian Open 2026 women's doubles title, defeating Anna Danilina of Kazakhstan and Aleksandra Krunic of Serbia in the final. The fourth-seeded pair won in straight sets, 7-6(7-4), 6-4 at Rod Laver Arena. The victory marks their first Grand Slam doubles title together, achieved in just their seventh tournament as a team. Mertens, currently ranked world No. 6 in doubles, is poised to reclaim the No. 1 doubles ranking with this result, while Zhang remains among the sport's top doubles players.
Winners: Elise Mertens and Zhang Shuai.
Final opponents: Anna Danilina and Aleksandra Krunic.
Score: 7-6(7-4), 6-4.
Significance: first Grand Slam doubles title as a team; potential No. 1 ranking for Mertens.
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