Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh dies in a road accident in Punjab

IANS | July 15, 2025 12:14 AM

Mumbai, July 15 (IANS) Centenarian long-distance runner Fauja Singh, widely recognised as the world's oldest marathon runner, has died at the age of 114 in a road accident at Beas Pind near Jalandhar in Punjab. According to reports, the Indian-British Sikh marathon runner of Punjabi descent was hit by an unidentified vehicle when he was crossing the road in his native village.

Roger Federer is very inspiring both in the way he plays and as a human being: Neeraj Chopra

IANS | July 14, 2025 6:14 PM

London, July 14 (IANS) Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra praised tennis legend Roger Federer, calling him a true champion not just for his brilliance on the court but also for being a kind person.

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem: Olympic rivals set for Diamond League duel in Silesia

IANS | July 12, 2025 9:15 PM

New Delhi, July 12 (IANS) The stage is set for another chapter in one of modern athletics' most compelling rivalries. India’s double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra will go head-to-head with Pakistan’s reigning Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem in the Diamond League meet at Silesia, Poland, on August 16—their first face-off since the high-voltage showdown at the 2024 Paris Games.

Bengaluru to host Indian Open Para Athletics Championship on July 11–12

IANS | July 10, 2025 11:45 AM

New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Bengaluru is set to welcome over 262 of the nation’s most determined and dynamic para athletes for the 7th Indian Open Para Athletics Championship, scheduled to take place on July 11 and 12 at the iconic Kanteerava Stadium.

My dream of giving back to my country came to life with NC Classic: Neeraj Chopra

IANS | July 8, 2025 8:57 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) Neeraj Chopra, the Golden Boy of Indian athletics, has revealed he has always dreamt of giving back to his country for showing relentless support in his pursuit of gold whenever he takes the field and believes he has done exactly that with the Neeraj Chopra Classic.

Mohammed Afsal sets new national record in 800m in Poland

IANS | July 5, 2025 10:15 PM

Mumbai, July 5 (IANS) Mohammed Afsal Pulikkalakath became the first Indian runner to break the 1:45 barrier in men's 800m, clocking 1:44.93 and smashing his own national record in the Memoriał Czesława Cybulskiego in Poznań, Poland on Saturday.

Neeraj Chopra reigns supreme at NC Classic 2025 with a throw of 86.18m

IANS | July 5, 2025 9:35 PM

Bengaluru, July 5 (IANS) Double Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra, the poster boy of Indian athletics, continued with his superb form as he won the inaugural edition of Neeraj Chopra Classic 2025, a World Athletics gold-level event, with a best throw of 86.18m at Sree Kanteerva Stadium here on Saturday.

From tweet to treat: Superfan Ranjith 'overwhelmed' by Neeraj Chopra's heartfelt gesture

IANS | July 5, 2025 5:04 PM

Bengaluru, July 5 (IANS) For Ranjith Kumar Ravichandran, a die-hard fan of Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra, it was nothing short of a dream come true as his travel and stay to witness the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic has been sponsored by none other than the reigning world champion himself.

Objective is to raise awareness, bring events like Diamond League to India: Neeraj Chopra on NC Classic

IANS | July 4, 2025 5:09 PM

Bengaluru, July 4 (IANS) Tokyo Olympics gold medallist Neeraj Chopra has reaffirmed his long-term vision to transform the athletics landscape in India, starting with the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic (NC Classic). Speaking ahead of the javelin meet here on Friday, Chopra shared his dream of creating a platform where international and Indian athletes compete shoulder to shoulder in India.

Rohit Yadav aims for season's best on home turf in Neeraj Chopra Classic

IANS | July 3, 2025 10:06 PM

Bengaluru, July 3 (IANS) As Indian javelin thrower Rohit Yadav prepares for the Neeraj Chopra Classic, he remains focused on staying fit and is aiming to match the season's best mark of 83.40 metres.

Athletics

Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh dies in a road accident in Punjab

Roger Federer is very inspiring both in the way he plays and as a human being: Neeraj Chopra

Neeraj Chopra vs Arshad Nadeem: Olympic rivals set for Diamond League duel in Silesia

Bengaluru to host Indian Open Para Athletics Championship on July 11–12

My dream of giving back to my country came to life with NC Classic: Neeraj Chopra

Mohammed Afsal sets new national record in 800m in Poland

Neeraj Chopra reigns supreme at NC Classic 2025 with a throw of 86.18m

From tweet to treat: Superfan Ranjith 'overwhelmed' by Neeraj Chopra's heartfelt gesture

Objective is to raise awareness, bring events like Diamond League to India: Neeraj Chopra on NC Classic

Rohit Yadav aims for season's best on home turf in Neeraj Chopra Classic

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