Real Madrid sign midfielder Martinez from Racing Santander

IANS | August 31, 2026 5:41 PM

Madrid, Aug 31 (IANS) Real Madrid have signed the 19-year-old midfielder Sergio Martinez from Racing Santander, Racing confirmed on Monday. Martinez, who scored in Racing's opening game of the season, joins after Real Madrid activated his 3 million-euro release clause and agreed to a contract through June 2030.

Bhavani Devi leads India’s 20-member fencing squad for Asian Games

IANS | August 31, 2026 5:30 PM

New Delhi, Aug 31 (IANS) Olympian C.A. Bhavani Devi will headline India’s 20-member fencing contingent for the upcoming Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, with the Fencing Association of India (FAI) announcing the squad on Sunday following selections based on national rankings and performances at major international competitions in 2026.