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Nine of 12 Indian kabaddi players for Asian Games 2026 emerge from KCL ecosystem
A contingent of nine players from the Kabaddi Champions League is set to don the Indian colors at the upcoming Asian Games. Under the guidance of Dronacharya Awardee Balwan Singh, the team looks to make a mark on the international stage. KCL players expressed immense pride and a sense of obligation to deliver their best, underscoring the league's impact on nurturing kabaddi talent in India.
GCT Grand Finale: Praggnanandhaa sails into summit clash
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa has triumphed, earning a spot in the Grand Chess Tour finals. He claimed a crucial victory against Germany's Vincent Keymer in the semifinals. Now, he will go head-to-head with the defending champion Fabiano Caruana, who overcame Wesley So. The upcoming finale is highlighted by a notable prize fund for the top competitors.
Former world snooker champion Graeme Dott convicted in sexual abuse case
Dott, 49, was found guilty of abusing a girl from 1993-96 and a boy from 2006-10 after a five-day trial at the High Court in Glasgow. The judge ordered that Dott be held in custody ahead of his sentencing on Sept. 29. The woman, now in her 40s, testified that Dott sexually abused her on multiple occasions, “caressing” her bottom over her clothing, exposing himself and touching her with parts of his body including his penis.
India’s Asian Games squad: No room for athletes outside selection criteria
India’s Sports Ministry has ruled out adding athletes who fail the announced Asian Games selection criteria, despite pressure from supporters and parents. The 492 member contingent for the 2026 Aichi Nagoya Asian Games includes 73 athletes from athletics. The ministry says only athletes with a realistic medal chance and those ranked among Asia’s top six will be selected.
ET World Leaders Forum: India is playing it right, but becoming a sporting nation is still a long way off
Indian judoka Asmita Dey, who became the first Indian judoka to win a Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow last month, shared her journey from financial hardship and years of underperformance to the top of her sport at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum.
Verstappen crashes out of home Dutch GP on opening lap
Max Verstappen crashed out of his home Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday. The Red Bull driver went into the concrete wall after the first lap. His car scattered debris and lost a wheel after the incident. Verstappen, a three-time winner, exited the vehicle unassisted. The Zandvoort circuit is dropping off the F1 calendar after this year.
BRICS sports ministers adopt joint declaration in Visakhapatnam meeting
BRICS Sports Ministers adopted a Joint Declaration, reaffirming their commitment to sports cooperation. India's Union Minister called for a BRICS Sporting Partnership beyond declarations. Three key initiatives were advanced to deepen cooperation in sports and technology. Udaipur will host the BRICS Sports Manufacturing Conclave, focusing on innovation and trade. Ahmedabad will host the BRICS Traditional and Indigenous Sports Demonstration Games.
Mirabai Chanu eyes maiden Asian Games medal as she leads India's weightlifting squad
Mirabai Chanu will lead India's weightlifting team at the Asian Games 2026. She aims to secure her first Asian Games medal in the 49kg category. Gyaneshwari Yadav and Harjinder Kaur will also compete in their respective weight classes. Rishikanta Singh Chanambam is the sole male weightlifter in the squad. India seeks its first-ever weightlifting gold medal at the event.
"Next decade will see tremendous growth": Abhinav Bindra confident about India's sporting future
Young Indian athletes possess strong belief and ambition for higher achievements. Improved support systems and resources are backing this growing aspiration. The sports ecosystem is developing rapidly, promising significant progress across disciplines. India expects more medals and better quality performances in upcoming events. The shooting team is highlighted as a strong contingent for the Asian Games.
Ministry approves 492 athletes for Asian Games; athletics accounts for 73 names
The Sports Ministry has officially sanctioned a substantial contingent of 492 athletes for the forthcoming Asian Games. Leading the charge is athletics, with a notable group of 73 competitors, including the renowned Neeraj Chopra. The badminton team boasts top talents like P V Sindhu and Lakshya Sen. Additionally, boxing will represent eleven athletes, featuring some medalists from the recent Commonwealth Games.
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Manipur honours Mirabai Chanu, Glasgow Commonwealth Games medallists
Manipur Chief Minister Yumnam Khemchand Singh honored Commonwealth Games athletes. He also distributed appointment letters to National Games gold medal winners. Saikhom Mirabai Chanu received recognition for her weightlifting achievements. Cash rewards and certificates were given to various medalists and participants. This event celebrated sporting excellence and motivated future athletes.
Neeraj Chopra misses gold by 9 cm, finishes second in Lausanne Diamond League; Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage beats him for third time
Neeraj Chopra missed out on Lausanne Diamond League gold by just nine centimetres after Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage threw 88.14m to beat his 88.05m effort. The defeat was Chopra's third against Pathirage this season, but the silver medal gives him valuable points in the Diamond League Final qualification race.
Max Verstappen extends F1 contract with Red Bull to 2030
Max Verstappen has extended his contract with Red Bull until 2030. This announcement ends speculation about a potential move to another team. Verstappen stated the team feels like a second family and he is happy. He has achieved four world championships with the team. The driver is considered one of F1's all-time greats.
Neeraj Chopra-Rumesh Pathirage showdown yet again in Lausanne Diamond League
Rumesh Pathirage and Neeraj Chopra will compete in the Lausanne Diamond League meet. This event offers a crucial spot in the upcoming Brussels Diamond League finals. Chopra is on a comeback trail after recovering from a recent injury. He aims to improve his performance and world rankings significantly. Pathirage has been in excellent form this season, winning multiple events.
Nomination process for 2026 National Sports Awards likely from next month
The Sports Ministry will likely start the 2026 National Sports Awards nomination process next month. This follows a re-evaluation of the 2025 awardees, which saw omissions from the selection committee's list. No athlete received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award for 2025. Seventeen sportspersons were approved for the Arjuna award, fewer than recommended. The ministry emphasised merit and performance in its decision-making process.
Asian Games gold next, long career bigger goal after Arjuna recognition: Tejaswin Shankar
Tejaswin Shankar aims for Asian Games gold after Commonwealth Games medals. He has improved his decathlon scores significantly this season. Shankar seeks a personal best performance at the upcoming continental event. He will focus solely on the decathlon, not individual high jump. Consistency and fitness are key to his long-term career goals.
