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Everyone wants to win gold at the Asian extravaganza: Sarvesh Kushare

July 15, 2026 admin

On June 27 evening, immediately after Sarvesh Kushare ended his four-year quest to better Tejaswin Shankar’s eight-year-old high jump National record of 2.28m at the National inter-state athletics meet at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar by clearing 2.31m, Tejaswin took to his ‘X’ handle to write: “Another mental barrier broken!! 2.30+ was probably the last of…

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Indian teenager Arnav Paparkar causes a flutter in the tennis world

July 15, 2026 admin

Talent and substance: Arnav impressed one and all en route his historic run to the Wimbledon quarterfinals. | Photo Credit: Getty Images Three dozen years is a long time in any sphere of life, not just sport. Yet, on a scorching Wednesday morning last week, on the most famous lawns in the world, it took just 52 minutes…

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India women’s Under-18 hockey team eyes strong Asia Cup debut under head coach Rani Rampal

May 29, 2026 admin

Rani says the team can draw confidence from its meticulous preparation. | Photo Credit: File photo: Shiv Kumar Pushpakar As the Indian women’s team gears up for the under-18 Asia Cup in Japan, there is both anticipation and belief that this group can announce itself on the continental stage. Months of preparation, including gruelling training…

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With Abhishek Verma on her side, Chikitha Taniparthi eyes Asian Games glory

May 26, 2026 admin

Chikitha Taniparthi may describe herself as soft-spoken and introverted, but her exploits with the bow and arrow have long spoken for her loud and clear. Last year, she etched her name in history books by winning India’s first-ever women’s individual gold in the compound category at the Under-21 World Archery Championships in Canada. The 21-year-old…

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Jyothi Surekha Vennam targets Asian Games 2026 glory after dominating trials

May 25, 2026 admin

Leader’s hat: Surekha will be guiding a young compound women’s team featuring 21-year-old Chikitha and 17-year-old Prithika Pradeep. | Photo Credit: K.V.S. Giri Jyothi Surekha has been a picture of consistency since picking up the bow and arrow. With 93 medals to her name – including five from the Asian Games – the 29-year-old is…

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Vijay Kumar dies at 57: Indian golf legend and 2002 Indian Open champion passes away

April 29, 2026 admin

Veteran Indian golfer Vijay Kumar passed away in his hometown of Lucknow, following a heart attack on Wednesday. He was 57. A winner of the 2002 Indian Open and a four-time Order of Merit champion, Vijay was widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and respected figures in Indian professional golf. His victory at…

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