Vibhu Tyagi tops Deaflympics golf selection trials

IANS | August 12, 2025 5:32 PM

Greater Noida, Aug 12 (IANS) Maharashtra's Vibhu Tyagi has emerged victorious at the Deaflympics Selection Trials 2025, securing the top spot among male participants after two intense rounds of golf at the Jaypee Greens Golf Course. With a total score of 168 (24 over par) over two days, Tyagi led the leaderboard under tough playing conditions marked by heat, humidity, and gusty winds.

Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in India, says Mahesh Bhupathi

IANS | August 12, 2025 4:31 PM

New Delhi, Aug 12 (IANS) Mahesh Bhupathi has long been synonymous with Indian tennis glory, putting the nation firmly on the global tennis map. Now, the 12-time Grand Slam doubles champion is lending his experience and vision to another racket sport that’s fast gaining traction - padel. With the World Padel League (WPL), Bhupathi believes the sport is on the cusp of a breakthrough.

'It's a long road': Cricket West Indies charts revival plan

IANS | August 12, 2025 12:57 PM

Port of Spain, Aug 12 (IANS) The West Indies are currently "not in the same level-playing field as other playing countries,” prompting an emergency meeting convened by Cricket West Indies (CWI). The gathering, which included legends such as Brian Lara, Clive Lloyd, Viv Richards, Desmond Haynes, Shivnarine Chanderpaul, and current head coach Daren Sammy, concluded with a preliminary roadmap aimed at reviving West Indies cricket. However, as noted by participants, “it's a long road, it's not going to happen tomorrow".