New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Before the New Delhi World Championships 2026, France had only ever won two bronze medals in the entire history of the tournament. On Sunday, they added two gold medals to their kitty, completely rewriting their future.
Amstelveen, Aug 23 (IANS) India’s hopes of reaching the semifinals of the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 are hanging by a thread, with the Harmanpreet Singh-led side needing a big win against Argentina and favourable results in the other Pool E match to stay alive in the tournament.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) An Se Young returned to the summit of women’s badminton with a statement victory, defeating defending champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-14 to claim her second BWF World Championships title in New Delhi on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) UAE's Emirates Cricket Board President Khalid Al Zarooni was unanimously elected as the Vice-President of the Asian Cricket Council during its annual general meeting, the ACC confirmed on Sunday. The continental body also approved the addition of the Afghanistan Cricket Board to its full member board.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has been named as the Men's Player of the Year in Germany, while Bavarian manager Vincent Kompany won the coach award. While Kane took the men's honour, Giulia Gwinn was named the Women's Player of the Year in a sweep for the club.
Colombo, Aug 23 (IANS) Devdutt Padikkal continued his sublime run by hitting a brilliant second Test century before Sri Lanka hit back late with the second new ball to restrict India to 300/5 in 85 overs at stumps on Day One of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground in Colombo on Sunday.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) Badminton World Federation (BWF) President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul praised India’s passionate badminton fans and said the country had 'opened its heart to the world' while reflecting on the successful hosting of the BWF World Championships 2026 in the national capital.
New Delhi, Aug 23 (IANS) The returning Real Madrid boss has put his weight behind star forward Vinicius Junior and hit out, saying that the Brazilian international was "bullied" for his clash with Espanyol players during his team's 2-1 win in the LaLiga opener.
Colombo, Aug 23 (IANS) Devdutt Padikkal continued his sublime run by hitting a brilliant second Test century before Sri Lanka hit back late with the second new ball to restrict India to 300/5 in 85 overs at stumps on Day One of the second Test at the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) Ground on Sunday.
Visakhapatnam, Aug 23 (IANS) The BRICS Sports Ministers’ Meeting 2026 concluded in Andhra Pradesh's Visakhapatnam, with the adoption by consensus of the BRICS Sports Joint Declaration, reaffirming the commitment of the member states to strengthen cooperation in sport through dialogue, mutual respect, and inclusiveness.
