Hockey India has announced a 33-member Indian women’s hockey team for a two-month training camp starting on Monday at the SAI center in Bengaluru. The camp aims to rebuild the team following a challenging FIH Pro League season in Europe.
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India’s Malvika Bansod secured a thrilling victory over Scotland’s Kristy Gilmour in the women’s singles quarterfinals of the US Open Super 300 badminton tournament. Bansod, ranked 49th, overcame a first-game deficit to win in three sets. Meanwhile, Priyanshu Rajawat and the doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand fell short in their respective quarterfinal matches.
Indian chess grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa missed out on becoming a joint leader at the Superbet Classic after drawing with compatriot D. Gukesh in the third round. The game, which saw Gukesh sacrifice a pawn early, eventually settled into a drawn endgame. All five games of the tournament ended in draws, with Gukesh and Fabiano Caruana remaining in the lead on two points.
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr starred in Brazil’s 4-1 Copa America victory over Paraguay, showcasing his skills and scoring two goals. Coach Dorival Jr praised Vinicius’ performance, highlighting his dynamism and effectiveness. Brazil faces Colombia next, aiming to secure qualification for the quarterfinals.
Renowned Polish referee Szymon Marciniak will lead the first round of 16 match between Switzerland and Italy at Euro 2024. He previously officiated the 2022 World Cup final and is considered one of the best referees globally.
Aston Villa has bolstered their defense by signing Dutch left-back Ian Maatsen from Chelsea. The 22-year-old, who impressed on loan at Borussia Dortmund last season, joins Villa for a reported fee of £37.5 million and is the second signing for manager Unai Emery this summer.
The Tour de France kicks off in Florence, Italy, with Tadej Pogacar targeting a historic Giro-Tour double while defending champion Jonas Vingegaard seeks a third consecutive title. The race features a grueling 3,498-kilometer route, with intense competition expected from the top contenders, including Primoz Roglic and Remco Evenepoel.
Italy and Switzerland, two nations with a shared history and a familiar rivalry, prepare for a tense Euro 2024 last 16 clash in Berlin. Despite their close ties, the Swiss are undeterred by the challenge posed by their Italian counterparts, who are aiming to defend their Euro 2020 title. Both teams will be looking to make a statement in this high-stakes encounter.
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann remained tight-lipped about his starting lineup for the Euro 2024 last 16 match against Denmark, leaving fans and pundits guessing whether Kai Havertz or Niclas Fullkrug will lead the attack. While Havertz has started every group game, Fullkrug’s impact off the bench has created a selection dilemma. Nagelsmann emphasized the importance of both players and their contributions to the team, promising to reveal his decision the day before the match.
The T20 World Cup final pits unbeaten India against first-time finalists South Africa. This preview delves into key matchups, highlighting potential tactical battles between the two powerhouses.