INDIA AT ASIAN GAMES
Paralympic 2024: Ace javelin thrower Sumit Antil dedicates his gold medal to PM Modi
Sumit Antil, a gold medalist at the Paris Paralympics, dedicated his win to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Antil defended his title with a record-breaking throw in the F64 javelin event. India concluded its campaign with a historic 29 medals, including seven golds. PM Modi interacted with the athletes, celebrating their achievements.
Hockey: Raj Kumar's hat-trick helps India thrash Malaysia 8-1; enter ACT semis
India's young striker Raj Kumar Pal scored a hat-trick as the defending champions secured a semifinal spot by defeating Malaysia 8-1 in the Hero Asian Champions Trophy. With this victory, India now leads the standings with nine points from three wins. They will next face Korea and Pakistan in their remaining league matches.
Thank you Sreejesh: PM Modi writes to former hockey goalie, backs him as Jr coach
Retired Indian hockey star P R Sreejesh received a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, praising his contributions to the sport and expressing confidence in his new role as national junior coach. Sreejesh, known for his impeccable goalkeeping skills, aims to make India a powerhouse in hockey after guiding the team to multiple successes.
Defending champions India beat China 3-0 in Asian Champions Trophy opener
The Indian men's hockey team began their title defence with a 3-0 victory over China in the Asian Champions Trophy. Goals from Sukhjeet Singh, Uttam Singh, and Abhishek secured the win. India will face Japan next. Last year, India won the tournament at home, making them the only team to win four titles.
OCA includes Yogasana as demonstration sport in 2026 Asian Games
India's ancient sport, yogasana, has been included as a demonstration event at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. This decision was made at the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia. India's Randhir Singh was elected unopposed as OCA president for a four-year term from 2024 to 2028.
Praveen Kumar touches a new high: Tokyo silver medallist smashes Asian record with a 2.08m jump to clinch gold medal in Paris
Praveen Kumar, a 2020 Tokyo silver medallist and 2023 Para Asian Games gold winner, secured a last-minute entry to the Paris Paralympics. He won gold in the men’s high jump T64 with an Asian record jump of 2.08m, surpassing his personal best and helping India achieve its sixth gold medal.
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Praveen Kumar clinches gold in men's high jump at Paris Paralympics with Asian record of 2.08m
Tokyo Games silver medallist Praveen Kumar set a new Asian record with a jump of 2.08m to win gold in the men's high jump T64 event at the Paris Paralympics. The 21-year-old from Noida, who was born with a short leg, outperformed the competition in a field of six.
Sharath, Manika headline India's TT squad for Asian Championships
Veteran Sharath Kamal and star player Manika Batra have been named in the India squad for the 27th Asian Table Tennis Championships in Astana from October 7 to 13. The selection process prioritized world ranking, international experience, and national performance. The team is under the guidance of foreign expert Massimo Constantini.
Direct govt jobs for winners of Olympics, Asian games: UP CM Yogi announces sports policy
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath introduced a new sports policy that guarantees government jobs to winners of Olympics, Commonwealth, Asian Games, or World Championships. He also announced the establishment of a sports industry in the name of Major Dhyan Chand and the start of the Junior Hockey League in the state.
Shuttler Thulasimathi Murugesan makes Paralympics final with win over fellow Indian Manisha Ramadass
Thulasimathi Murugesan reached the women's singles SU5 badminton final at the Paralympics, defeating fellow Indian Manisha Ramadass. Murugesan, from Tamil Nadu, secured a 23-21, 21-17 victory. She will face China's Yang Qiuxia in the final. Murugesan has previously won three medals at the 2022 Para Asian Games despite challenges from a congenital deformity and an accident.
Can Krishan Bahadur Pathak fill the shoes of P R Sreejesh in Indian hockey?
Krishan Bahadur Pathak steps into the role of India's first-choice goalkeeper after P R Sreejesh’s retirement. Pathak acknowledges the challenge but aims to meet Sreejesh’s high standards through dedication and discipline. His immediate test is the Asian Champions Trophy, with larger goals like the 2028 Olympics in sight.
Paralympics 2024: India eye record haul with largest ever contingent in fray at Paris
India's 84-strong team of para-athletes, their largest ever, aimed to achieve unprecedented success at the Paralympic Games, with a goal of winning over 25 medals. This ambition came from their splendid performances at recent events like the Hangzhou Asian Para Games and the World Para Athletics Championships. Key competitors included javelin thrower Sumit Antil and shooter Avani Lekhara.
Shuttler Tanvi Patri crowned Asian U-15 champion
Tanvi Patri of India won the under-15 girls singles title at the Badminton Asia U-17 & U-15 junior championships by defeating Thi Thu Huyen Nguyen of Vietnam in straight games in Chengdu, China. The 13-year-old, seeded No. 1, secured victory in just 34 minutes with a score of 22-20, 21-11. Patri's dominant performance throughout the tournament led her to claim the gold medal, with India also securing a bronze.
We need to score more field goals to win frequent Olympic medals: Sreejesh
Goalkeeping stalwart P R Sreejesh believes Indian hockey must reduce its reliance on penalty corners to win Olympic medals. India scored 15 goals in Paris, with only 3 from field goals. Sreejesh, who retired after winning consecutive bronze medals, emphasized the need to score more field goals. He acknowledged the challenge of joining legends like Dhyan Chand and Dhanraj Pillay, stressing the responsibility of mentoring younger players.
India is not even in the ring in the Olympics bout with China. But why?
India lags behind in Olympic golds, with only 10 compared to China’s 303. Despite being the world's fifth-largest economy, India brought home just six medals from the 2024 Paris Olympics, winning no golds. Lack of investment and governance issues contribute to this disparity. To compete globally, India needs substantial investment in infrastructure and athlete development, following China's comprehensive approach.
Who is Aiperi Medet Kyzy? The Kyrgyzstan wrestler behind Reetika Hooda's Paris Olympics quarterfinal defeat
Aiperi Medet Kyzy, a top-seeded wrestler from Kyrgyzstan, defeated India's Reetika Hooda in a closely contested quarterfinal match at the Paris 2024 Olympics in the women's 76kg freestyle wrestling event. Medet Kyzy advanced due to scoring the last equalizing point after a 1-1 tie. Known for her impressive achievements, including a silver medal at the 2023 World Championships and gold at the 2022 Asian Games, Medet Kyzy is a rising star in international wrestling, continuing to build on her successful career.
Paris Olympics: Mirabai Chanu misses out on medal, finishes fourth in weightlifting
Mirabai Chanu failed to secure a medal at the Paris Olympics, finishing fourth in the women's 49kg category with a total of 199 kg. She is the first Indian weightlifter to win two Olympic medals. The competition included top rivals like China's Hou Zhihui and others who exceeded the 90kg snatch lift mark.
Imane Khelif’s experience in Paris echoes Dutee Chand’s fight against global gender panic
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif faced disqualification over a controversial 'sex test' amid the Paris Olympic Games, raising issues of gender discrimination in sports. Khelif continues to compete under IOC regulations despite the International Boxing Association's ruling. This incident highlights the flawed and discriminatory nature of sex testing, echoing past cases like Indian sprinter Dutee Chand. Khelif's case has garnered global support, emphasizing the need for more inclusive and fair treatment of athletes. The article discusses the broader implications of such gender scrutiny in sports.
Diamonds, meatballs and motors: How Olympians can win more than medals
The International Olympic Committee does not award prize money to winners at the Paris 2024 Games, but many nations and territories offer incentives to their athletes. These include exemptions from compulsory military service, cars, cows, apartments, and free food deliveries. South Korea grants athletes exemption from 18 months of compulsory military service, while India offers unlimited free air travel for a year and a new seven-seater SUV. Poland offers a cash prize of 250,000 zlotys ($63,000), a two-room apartment, a diamond, a painting, and a holiday voucher.
Esporting spirit: Indians eye success at 2025 Olympic Esports Games in Saudi Arabia
Akshaj Shenoy and his team competed in the debut of esports at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, finishing fifth in League of Legends. The International Olympic Committee plans to introduce Olympic Esports Games in 2025, recognizing the growing interest. Indian esports athletes, despite challenges like financial support and late start, are hopeful. While countries like China and South Korea excel, India's promising talent needs better coaching and opportunities. This evolving landscape in esports highlights the need for improved infrastructure and training to compete globally.
Manu Bhaker aims for historic hat-trick of Olympic medals; Lakshya Sen fuels India’s medal hopes
With nothing added to the tally on the day, India held the 44th spot in overall table with its three bronze, all of which came through shooting. With her dazzling smile that adds to her confident and vivacious persona, Bhaker stormed into the 25m sports pistol competition after finishing second in the qualifications with an impressive score of 590.
Paris Olympics 2024: Who is Manika Batra, first Indian to make it round of 16 in Table Tennis?
Manika Batra, an Indian table tennis player, has become the first Indian to advance to the round of 16 in the Olympic Games singles competition. Batra, a gold medalist at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, defeated France's Prithika Pavade with a score of 4-0. Batra's career began with a silver medal in the under-21 category at the 2011 Chile Open. She represented India at the 2014 Commonwealth Games and the 2014 Asian Games, achieving quarterfinal finishes.
I have played my last match in India jersey: Rohan Bopanna
Rohan Bopanna ended his India career with an early exit from the Paris Olympics, following a first-round loss in the men's doubles alongside N Sriram Balaji. The duo was defeated by French players Edouard Roger-Vasselin and Gael Monfils at court 12 on Sunday night. Despite the loss, Bopanna is satisfied with his 22-year-long career in tennis.
Badminton bummer at Olympics: Satwik-Chirag's group stage match cancelled after German opponents withdraw
Indian men's doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are aiming to maintain their winning momentum at the Paris Olympics despite their second Group C match against Germany's Marvin Seidel and Mark Lamsfuss being canceled due to Mark's knee injury. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has informed Lamsfuss' withdrawal from the Olympics, resulting in the cancellation of their matches against India's Rankireddy/Shetty and France's Lucas Corvee/Ronan Labar.
Paris Olympics: Nikhat Zareen enters pre-quarterfinals
Nikhat Zareen, a two-time world champion, advanced to the women's 50kg Olympics' pre-quarterfinals after a 5-0 victory over Maxi Karina Kloetzer. She faces top-seeded Wu Yu of China on Thursday.
The Paris pursuit: India eyes first-ever double-digit medal haul as the Games open today
In the 2024 Paris Olympics, India's 117-member contingent aimed for a record-breaking double-digit medal haul. This could be transformative for Indian sports, moving beyond its cricket-centric reputation. With impressive recent performances at the Tokyo Olympics and the Hangzhou Asian Games, expectations were high. Key athletes included the largest-ever group of 21 shooters, wrestlers, boxers, and shuttlers like PV Sindhu. Enhanced support from the sports ministry and federations, along with corporate backing, indicated a shift in India's Olympic preparation. The focus was on continuing the momentum to potentially secure a significant number of medals.
Budget 2024: Khelo India once again gets lion's share in Union Budget for sports
Khelo India secures Rs 900 crore in the sports ministry's budget, showing a continued focus on grassroots sports development. Additional funding for National Sports Federations and Sports Authority of India also noted. Budget allocations detailed for various sporting programs and agencies.
From being hapless victim of a TV sting to Olympic medallist: Lalit's journey to stardom
At the age of 17 in 2008, Indian men's hockey team striker Lalit Upadhyay's career faced a major setback due to his involvement in a scandal despite being innocent. However, through hard work and perseverance, Lalit has managed to rebuild his career, eventually becoming an Olympic medallist.
Going to Paris thinking it is my fourth and last Olympics: Manpreet Singh
Former Indian men's hockey team captain Manpreet Singh, who led the team to a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics, is gearing up for his fourth and final Olympics in Paris. Despite facing challenges and false allegations, the experienced midfielder remains focused on giving his best at the upcoming Games, emphasizing the importance of family and team support during tough times.
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