Vic Seixas, a legendary tennis player who won Wimbledon in 1953 and was the oldest living Grand Slam champion, has passed away at the age of 100. Seixas, a member of the International Tennis Hall of Fame, had a long and distinguished career, playing in the U.S. Championships a record 28 times and helping the U.S. reach seven consecutive Davis Cup finals. He won numerous Grand Slam titles in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, and continued to contribute to the sport after his playing days.
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), in collaboration with the Union Sports Ministry and the Sports Authority of India (SAI), has implemented a comprehensive medical support system for Indian athletes competing at the upcoming Paris Olympics. This includes a 13-member medical team, sleep therapist, physiotherapists, nutritionists, and psychologists, ensuring athletes receive the best care.
Wimbledon Day 5 saw several exciting matches, with Ugo Humbert setting up a clash against reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz, and Novak Djokovic facing Alexei Popyrin in the third round. Meanwhile, Emma Raducanu withdrew from the mixed doubles due to injury.
India found themselves in a precarious position in the first T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare, reduced to 47 for six while chasing a modest target. If Zimbabwe wins, it will mark the lowest total defended against India in T20Is, potentially surpassing New Zealand’s 126 in 2016.
Emma Raducanu, former US Open champion, has withdrawn from the Wimbledon mixed doubles competition to focus on her singles campaign. She cited stiffness in her right wrist as the reason for her withdrawal.
Indian batsman Abhishek Sharma became the fourth Indian to be dismissed for a duck on his T20I debut during the first T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare. Sharma’s dismissal joins a list of other notable Indian players who have experienced a similar fate on their maiden T20I outings.
Sarthak Chavan showcased his talent at the second round of the MRF MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship 2024, winning both the Pro-Stock 301-400cc Open and the 165cc Open categories. He secured a special award for the fastest lap of the day across all categories. Other notable wins came from Abdul Basim in the Novice (Pro-Stock 165cc) class, Jagathishree Kumaresan in the Girls (Stock 165cc) category, and Kaushik Subbaiah Ganesan in the Stock 301-400cc (Novice) category.
The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo witnessed a historic performance by India, with athletes bagging seven medals across 18 disciplines. From Neeraj Chopra’s gold in javelin to the men’s hockey team’s bronze after 41 years, here’s a look at the top 10 Indian athletes who shone in Tokyo.
France’s star striker Kylian Mbappe is battling through a broken nose sustained in the opening game of Euro 2024. Despite playing with a mask and enduring pain, his performance has been affected, raising concerns for France’s semi-final clash against Spain.
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has named a 23-member squad for two friendly matches against Myanmar, scheduled for July 9th and 12th in Yangon. Head coach Chaoba Devi expressed satisfaction with the squad, highlighting the inclusion of both senior and junior players. She emphasized the importance of playing against higher-ranked teams to prepare for major tournaments. The matches offer valuable experience for the Indian team, currently ranked 67th in the FIFA rankings, as they face Myanmar, ranked 54th. The team’s preparation included an intense training camp at the National Centre of Excellence in Kolkata.
