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23

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Sandeep sets world record to win gold in mens 400m at Asian Para Games, Ajay Kumar claims bronze

India's Sandeep won gold with a world record in the men's 400m T64 final, and compatriot Ajay Kumar took bronze at the Asian Para Games. Nimisha Chakkungalparambil and Parmod Bijarnia also claimed silver India's Sandeep clocked a world record 52.28 seconds to win the gold medal in the men's 400m T64 final, while compatriot Ajay Kumar finished with the bronze at the Asian Para Games here on Friday.Sandeep, who had a reaction time of 0.264, finished 0.85 seconds clear of Saudi Arabia's Nour Alsana, who took silver in 53.13, a season's best. Ajay Kumar was third in 53.61, a Games…

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22

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

PBG-Udar take an early trophy as polo in Delhi enters a new chapter

PBG-Udar’s opening-season victory has given Delhi’s 2026 fall polo season an early boost as the President’s Bodyguard set the stage for the President’s Polo Cup in late November. Meanwhile, the IPA’s Jai Shergill invites Delhi to come and watch polo at its new home On Sunday, October 18, the first silverware of Delhi’s Fall Polo Season 2026 went to a side that married a cavalry regiment’s discipline with the savvy of seasoned civilian players.PBG-Udar, captained by Deepak Udar, beat Thunderbolts in the final of the Baroda Cup (8-goal) at the Army Equestrian Centre (AEC) in Delhi Cantt, handing the President’s…

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22

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Sheetal Devi, Toman Kumar bag archery gold at Asian Para Games 2026

Indian para archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar won gold in the compound mixed team event at the Asian Para Games 2026, defeating Indonesia 151-148 for India's first archery gold. Indian para archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar won gold in the compound mixed team event at the Asian Para Games 2026, defeating Indonesia's Teodora Audi Ayudia Ferelly and Ken Swagumilang 151-148 to secure India's first archery gold medal of the edition.The Indian pair started strongly in the final, taking a narrow 38-37 lead after the first end. They extended their advantage to 77-73 with a score of 39 in…

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21

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Prachi Assures India First Medal at World Boxing U-19 Championships

India’s Prachi Tokas reaches the women’s 80kg-plus semifinals at the U-19 World Boxing Championships, guaranteeing the country its first medal, while Harshika and Lakshu move closer to the podium. Prachi Tokas has assured India of its first medal at the U-19 World Boxing Championships in Budva, Montenegro, after outpunching Samoa’s Kealey Perez to reach the women’s 80kg-plus semifinals.In a quarterfinal bout late on Tuesday, Asian U-19 silver medallist Prachi dominated all three rounds against Perez, who had won gold at the U-19 World Boxing Futures Cup in Bangkok earlier this year.Prachi will face Russia’s Samira Itonieva in the semifinals.Meanwhile, Harshika…

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20

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Portugal suspend Ronaldo for 30 days after national team walkout

Portugal has suspended Cristiano Ronaldo for 30 days for leaving the national team camp. Ronaldo walked out of the camp on September 30 after alleging that coach Jorge Jesus had broken his promise to give him playing time in Nations League matches. Cristiano Ronaldo has been handed a 30-day suspension for leaving the Portuguese national team camp, the country's football federation (FPF) announced on Monday.The 41-year-old abruptly left the Portugal camp on September 30 during the UEFA Nations League, before accusing coach Jorge Jesus of breaking his word about giving him game time.Ronaldo apologised to supporters earlier in October, adding…

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20

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

At Noida’s Jindal Polo Estate, Naveen Jindal makes the case for polo’s future in India

The Jindal estate in Noida is making sure that the Indian sport of polo remains on the gallop in the national capital region. With Delhi's iconic Jaipur Polo Ground now defunct, international polo player and patron Naveen Jindal tells Firstpost that the sport's future depends on how India treats it Polo has returned to the Jindal Polo Estate in Noida after a short summer break as the sport also works out where it can be played in the National Capital Region.The Indian polo season for 2026-27 officially began in August with a short stint in Bangalore. The estate is now…

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18

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Sachin Chamaria Exclusive | Indian BC3 athlete aims for Para Asian Games triumph while raising boccia’s profile in India

India's leading boccia athlete Sachin Chamaria is set for another major international challenge after earning a spot in the Indian contingent for the Para Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. Sachin Chamaria, India's leading Boccia competitor, is gearing up for another major international assignment after being included alongside Anjali Devi in the nation's contingent for the Para Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan. The Indian international para athlete, entrepreneur and disability inclusion advocate has been a consistent performer and a medal winner in the sport, raising the country's profile.Sachin is coming off a strong performance at the World Boccia Challenger…

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17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Alcaraz stunned by unseeded Zizou Bergs in Shanghai Masters Round of 32

Belgium's Zizou Bergs celebrates after pulling off one of the biggest upsets of the Shanghai Masters, defeating second seed Carlos Alcaraz 7-5, 7-6(4) in the round of 32. Seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz suffered a shock 7-5 7-6(4) defeat by unseeded Belgian Zizou Bergs in the Shanghai Masters round of 32 on Monday, a result that also confirmed Alexander Zverev as the ATP's year-end world number one.Fresh from defending his Japan Open title and building momentum after a wrist injury that sidelined him for nearly five months, Alcaraz never found his rhythm in a scrappy two-hour, two-minute contest.The second-seeded…

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17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

CSK chief upbeat regarding MS Dhoni’s return in IPL despite absence throughout 2026 season

MS Dhoni's IPL future remains a subject of intense speculation, but Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan has offered fans a reason to stay hopeful. Chennai Super Kings CEO Kasi Viswanathan has expressed confidence that MS Dhoni could return for the 2027 edition of the Indian Premier League, stating there remains a strong possibility of the legendary wicketkeeper-batter continuing with the franchise.MS Dhoni did not feature in IPL 2026 due to injury concerns, forcing him to sit out the entire season in what many believed would be his farewell campaign, leaving fans disappointed as they were denied the chance to…

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17

Oct

By The Press Editor

Sports

Alexander Zverev to conclude 2026 as World No. 1, ends Germany’s top-seed drought since Becker

German tennis player Alexander Zverev celebrates a landmark achievement after being confirmed as the ATP year-end World No. 1 for the 2026 season. German tennis star Alexander Zverev secured the year-end World No. 1 ranking, dethroning Jannik Sinner and becoming the first German player to achieve the feat in men's tennis.Zverev enjoyed a career-defining 2026 season, capturing his maiden Grand Slam titles at the French Open and US Open while completing a remarkable comeback from the serious ankle injury he suffered in 2022.With the 2026 calendar year ending soon, the German tennis star will cap off with an honour and…

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