Eugene (USA), June 24 (IANS) World champion Noah Lyles secured his place at the Paris 2024 Olympics by winning the 100m at the US Olympic trials. This victory marked a significant comeback for the world champion, who had previously missed out on the 100m event at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics after a disappointing seventh-place finish at the trials.
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is set to introduce comprehensive medical health insurance and pension schemes for all former Olympians.
New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Reigning world champion Sha'Carri Richardson has officially booked her ticket to the Paris 2024 Olympics women's 100m with the fastest time in the world this year at the US Olymic trials.
Lausanne, June 22 (IANS) World Athletics and the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organising Committee (LA28) announced a historic shift in the competition schedule. In an unprecedented move, athletics will now take place during the first week of the Olympic Games at the iconic LA Memorial Coliseum, which will make history as the first stadium to host events at three Olympic Games.
Ahmedabad, June 21 (IANS) In an absolute celebration of sports, Gujarat Giants’ cricketers and kabaddi players changed track to athletics as Adani Sportsline announced the 8th edition of the Adani Ahmedabad Marathon. One of the most awaited events in Ahmedabad, the marathon is scheduled for November 24. This year’s marathon will start and finish at the Sabarmati Riverfront Sports Park, managed and operated by Adani Sportsline.
Turku (Finland) June 19 (IANS) Olympic medalist Neeraj Chopra secured the top spot at the Paavo Nurmi Games on Tuesday with a throw of 85.97 meters on his third attempt but was quick to reveal the persistent adductor niggle that has impacted his season so far.
Turku (Finland), June 18 (IANS) Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra marked his return to the circuit with a gold medal in the men's javelin throw at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 on Tuesday. His winning throw of 85.97m saw him top a strong field of eight competitors.
New Delhi, June 17 (IANS) Olympic and World Champion Neeraj Chopra will be in action at the World Athletics Continental Gold Tour 2024--Paavo Nurmi Games, scheduled to be held at the Paavo Nurmi Stadium, Turku, Finland on June 18.
Bengaluru, June 12 (IANS) Asian Championship silver medallist Abha Khatua, who set a national record in the Federation Cup athletics last month, came up with a below-par effort to win the title in the Indian Grand Prix 3 2024 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Wednesday.
Mumbai, June 10 (IANS) As the Paris Olympic Games draw closer, Indian athletes are building up for the mega event in earnest, some of them coming up with their best performance in either gearing up for the event or hoping to qualify for the Games to be held from June 26 to July 11.
