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SPORTS - August 2021

Aug 2021

May 31, 2026

Pooja Singh wins gold in women's high jump at the Asian U-20 Championships, Hong Kong; clears 1.93 m

Indian athlete Pooja Singh won gold in the women's high jump at the Asian U-20 Athletics Championships in Hong Kong. She cleared 1.93 meters, becoming the first Indian to win the Asian junior women's high jump title and breaking a long-standing senior national record. The achievement adds to India's youth-level success in track and field, signaling rising potential in jumps events. Her victory follows strong performances by Indian athletes at junior events, highlighting the country's developing pipeline in athletics. Officials congratulated Singh and noted the importance of sustained support for training, coaching, and facilities to build on this result. The win came amid growing media attention on India's young athletes.

Gold at Asian U-20 Championships, Hong Kong.
Cleared 1.93 meters.
First Indian to win Asian junior women's high jump title.
Broke a senior national record.
Indicates rising potential in Indian athletics.

May 29, 2026

Modi congratulates Indian wrestlers after historic U23 Asian Championships

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Indian wrestlers for their outstanding showing at the 2026 U23 Asian Wrestling Championships in Da Nang, Vietnam. India achieved its best-ever medal haul, with the Men’s Freestyle team winning the team title and securing nine medals, including four golds; the Women’s team counting ten medals, with six golds; and the Greco-Roman team earning eight medals. India finished with a total of 27 medals (11 gold, seven silver, nine bronze). Modi praised the wrestlers for ending the campaign as overall champions, ahead of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, and wished them continued success in future endeavours.

Event: 2026 U23 Asian Wrestling Championships, Da Nang, Vietnam.
Men’s Freestyle: 9 medals, including 4 golds; team won the title.
Women’s Wrestling: 10 medals, including 6 golds.
Greco-Roman: 8 medals; India total: 27 medals (11 gold, 7 silver, 9 bronze).
India finished top in overall standings; ahead of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.

May 28, 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks Gayle’s IPL sixes record

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15‑year‑old opener, broke Chris Gayle’s all‑time IPL record for most sixes in a season during Rajasthan Royals’ Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His 61st six of IPL 2026 surpassed Gayle’s 59 sixes set in 2012, underscoring the teenager’s power‑hitting. The record has drawn attention from fans and selectors ahead of the next rounds of the tournament. Sooryavanshi’s rapid ascent highlights the role of youth development in Indian cricket and the growing impact of IPL performances on national selection discussions.

61st six of IPL 2026 by Sooryavanshi
Surpassed Chris Gayle’s 59 sixes (2012)
Occurred in RR vs SRH Eliminator
Sooryavanshi is 15 years old
Raising discussions on youth development and national selection

Sumit Antil sets new world record at Indian Open Para Athletics

Sumit Antil, 27, from Sonipat, Haryana, set a new world record in the men’s javelin F64 at the Indian Open International Para Athletics Championships. He hurled the spear to 74.82 metres, surpassing his previous best of 73.29 m set at the 2022 Asian Para Games. Antil is a two‑time Paralympics gold medallist who has dominated his event on the international stage and aims to breach the 80‑metre barrier in the near future. In the same meet, Deepthi Jeevanji won the women’s 400 metres T20 in 57.84 seconds, while Dilip Gavit claimed gold in the men’s 400m T47 with 47.64 seconds.

74.82 metres is the new world record in javelin F64
Previous record was 73.29 metres (2022 Asian Para Games)
Sumit Antil is a two‑time Paralympics gold medallist
Antil aims to break the 80‑metre barrier
Deepthi Jeevanji won women's 400m T20 in 57.84s; Dilip Gavit won men's 400m T47 in 47.64s

May 27, 2026

World Yogasana Championship 2026 launched in Ahmedabad

Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya announced the first World Yogasana Championship to be held in Ahmedabad. He described yoga as a global sporting discipline and a part of India's soft power. He noted that about 75 countries had registered for the event, with more than 500 participants expected. The championship aims to promote physical fitness, mental well-being, and healthy living globally. Mandaviya highlighted yoga's historical roots in India and its growing international acceptance as a sport, signaling new opportunities for wellness, employment, and international outreach.

Event location: Ahmedabad
Countries registered: ~75
Participants expected: >500
Theme: yoga as a global sport
Impact: wellness, employment, global outreach

May 26, 2026

Vishal T K breaks 45-second barrier in 400 metres

Vishal T K achieved a historic milestone in Indian athletics by running the men’s 400 metres in 44.98 seconds, becoming the first Indian to finish under 45 seconds. The performance occurred at a high-level meet, where the time was widely praised as a breakthrough for national sprinting. The 400 m demands both top speed and sustained endurance, and this result signals a rising standard for Indian athletes on Asian and global stages. Sports officials see potential benefits for youth programs and future national competitions, while analysts note continued emphasis on training, coaching, and competition at senior levels. The achievement adds an important chapter to India’s track legacy.

Time recorded: 44.98 seconds in the 400 metres.
First Indian to break the sub-45-second barrier in the event.
Highlights the blend of speed and endurance required for 400 m.
Positioned India more credibly in Asian and international track circuits.
Could influence grassroots programs and athlete development.

India to field its first official freediving team

India announced its first official freediving team, signaling growing participation in non-traditional sports. The team will compete in the World Apnea Pool Championship in Budapest. Freediving tests breath-holding and underwater discipline and requires extensive training. The development marks a new frontier for Indian sports and could spur interest and investment in aquatic disciplines nationwide. Coaches and federation officials emphasise talent development, safety, and competitive preparation as the team gears up for international competition. The move broadens India’s sports portfolio and showcases athletes pursuing diverse athletic challenges.

First official freediving team announced in India.
Competitions planned at World Apnea Pool Championship in Budapest.
Freediving involves breath-hold and underwater skills.
Potential to boost interest in aquatic sports nationwide.
Emphasizes training, safety, and federation support.

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