At 40, Indian archer Tarundeep Rai is set to compete in his fourth Olympic Games. He shares his wisdom and approach to the upcoming Paris 2024 Games, emphasizing the importance of focusing on the process and showcasing his best performance, rather than fixating on a medal. Rai, along with teammates B. Dhiraj and Pravin Jadhav, are working as a team to reach their peak performance, having already achieved impressive victories this year.
India will send seven badminton players to the 2024 Paris Olympics, aiming to continue their medal-winning streak. Notable athletes include P.V. Sindhu, H.S. Prannoy, Lakshya Sen, and the doubles pairs of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty and Ashwini Ponnappa/Tanisha Crasto.
Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra’s recurring adductor muscle issues cast a shadow over his Paris Olympics campaign. While Neeraj remains India’s best hope for a medal, he faces stiff competition and needs to manage his injury. Other Indian athletes like Avinash Sable in steeplechase and Parul Chaudhary in the 3000m steeplechase are also eyeing podium finishes, but they must first navigate the qualification rounds.
Ukraine has launched a new postage stamp to support its Olympic athletes as it sends its smallest-ever national team to the Paris Games. Despite the ongoing war with Russia, Ukrainian athletes have persevered through hardships and are determined to compete with strength and resilience.
Day 1 of the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2024 saw Bangladesh win the toss and choose to bat first against Sri Lanka, while Nepal celebrated its first-ever Asia Cup victory. India also showcased a dominant performance against Pakistan. Here’s a recap of the day’s action.
India’s largest ever Olympic shooting contingent, featuring 21 shooters, is gearing up to take on the world’s best in Paris. The team boasts both seasoned veterans and promising newcomers, aiming to overcome past challenges and break the medal drought. The article delves into the team’s preparation, challenges, and key players to watch out for, while analyzing the strong competition from China.
India will be represented by six boxers, two men and four women, at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The boxing events will be held from July 27 to August 11 at Arena Paris Nord and the iconic Rolland Garros Stadium.
Manolo Marquez, the current head coach of FC Goa, is set to take over as the new head coach of the Indian men’s national team, succeeding Igor Stimac. Marquez brings a wealth of experience from his time coaching in India, most notably leading Hyderabad FC to their first ISL title in 2022.
Thailand secured a convincing 22-run victory over Malaysia in the opening match of Group B at the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2024. Nannapat Koncharoenkai’s impressive 40 runs earned her the Player of the Match award, while Wan Julia made history with the first half-century by a Malaysian batter in the tournament.
IndianOil has launched its specialized racing fuel ‘STORM-X’ at the Madras International Circuit, designed for optimal performance while adhering to FIA regulations. The launch marks a strategic partnership between IndianOil and the Madras Motor Sport Club (MMSC) to promote motorsport in India. STORM-X incorporates sustainable fuel components, aiming to reduce the sport’s carbon footprint.
