Vishwa Samudra Open 2024: Ajeetesh Sandhu registers a thumping five-shot win

IANS | December 13, 2024 7:48 PM

New Delhi, Dec 13 (IANS) Chandigarh’s Ajeetesh Sandhu registered a thumping five-shot win after returning a confident one-under 71 in the last round of the INR 2 crore Vishwa Samudra Open 2024 played at the historic Delhi Golf Club (DGC). Sandhu (69-67-69-71) totalled 12-under 276 for the week and took home an impressive prize money cheque of INR 30 lakh for his effort. It happened to be Sandhu’s first win in five years and overall seventh professional title. It was also Sandhu’s first triumph at the celebrated DGC.

Mahika Gaur, Lauren Filer receive full central contracts from England board

IANS | December 13, 2024 7:29 PM

London, Dec 13 (IANS) Mahika Gaur and Lauren Filer have been given full central contracts as the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the updated England Women's central contracts on Friday. Of the 17 players awarded full contracts, seven have secured two-year deals, including Heather Knight, Sophie Ecclestone, Nat Sciver-Brunt and Danni Wyatt-Hodge. The remaining 10 players, including Tammy Beaumont, Maia Bouchier, Alice Capsey, Gaur and Filer have been offered one-year contracts.

Thakkar, Sabharwal win gold medals in ARC's show jumping event

IANS | December 13, 2024 7:21 PM

Mumbai, Dec 13 (IANS) Freya Thakkar and Jai Singh Sabharwal won the gold medals in the show jumping competition hosted by the Amateur Riders’ Club (ARC) at the Mahalaxmi Racecourse grounds, which brought together 15 of the top equestrian talent and their magnificent steeds.

Premier League: Arne Slot wins first Manager of the Month honour

IANS | December 13, 2024 7:00 PM

Liverpool, Dec 13 (IANS) Arne Slot has been named the Premier League’s Manager of the Month for November. Liverpool's head coach claimed the award for the first time since taking charge of the club after guiding the Reds to a perfect record in the division during the period.

Imad Wasim announces retirement from international cricket

IANS | December 13, 2024 5:42 PM

New Delhi, Dec 13 (IANS) Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim announced his retirement from international cricket for the second time on Friday. The 35-year-old has expressed his desire to continue playing domestic and franchise cricket around the world.

ISL 2024-25: Marquez’s unbeaten streak in threat against In-form Bengaluru FC

IANS | December 13, 2024 5:27 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 13 (IANS) The Sree Kanteerava Stadium will witness Bengaluru FC take on FC Goa to kick off the Saturday double-header of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25. These two teams have endured positive forms this season, with Bengaluru FC collecting 23 points from 11 games and sitting second in the table, and the Gaurs placed fifth with 18 points from 10 matches.