Vinesh Phogat’s recent entry into politics has led to her uncle, Mahavir Singh Phogat, shifting his focus to training his younger daughter, Sangeeta Phogat, for the 2028 Olympics. Mahavir expresses disappointment over Vinesh’s decision, highlighting her potential for Olympic gold, while alleging political manipulation by the Hoodas in bringing Vinesh into politics.
Indian wrestler Bajrang Punia, a bronze medalist at the Tokyo Olympics, has challenged his provisional suspension by the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) in the Delhi High Court. He argues that the suspension prevents him from competing in the upcoming World Wrestling Championships and seeks an independent investigation into the testing process. The controversy stems from NADA’s use of a single/expired kit for testing, leading to allegations of a cover-up by the anti-doping agency.
India’s top swimmers, including Olympian Srihari Nataraj and freestyle specialist Aneesh Gowda, will compete for national glory and a chance to qualify for the 2028 Olympics at the 77th Senior National Aquatic Championships in Mangaluru. The event, featuring over 500 swimmers from 31 states, will run from September 5th to 15th.
With time running out, World Boxing is urging national boxing federations to join its ranks to ensure boxing’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has threatened to remove boxing from the Games if a new global body is not established, and World Boxing aims to fill that void.
World Boxing president Boris van der Vorst outlines ambitious plans to modernize boxing by utilizing AI for more objective scoring, aiming for IOC recognition by the end of the year. He emphasizes the need for transparency and trust in the sport, and calls for greater global representation within the organization.
India started their Asian Champions Trophy campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over hosts China. Goals from Sukhjeet Singh and Uttam Singh secured the win for the defending champions, who are looking to extend their dominance in the tournament. This match marks the beginning of India’s new Olympic cycle, with the team aiming for glory at the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
This article explores the legacy of Major Dhyan Chand, the legendary Indian hockey player, through a rare video interview. The interview reveals how foreign countries used footage of Indian players to learn and improve their own hockey skills, highlighting Dhyan Chand’s immense impact on the sport’s global development.
India has announced its intention to bid for the 2030 Youth Olympics, a significant step towards the country’s larger ambition of hosting the 2036 Olympic Games. The decision was made during the Olympic Council of Asia’s 44th General Assembly, with Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya emphasizing the nation’s commitment to sports development under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.
Topgun Shooting Academy, founded by former international shooter Shimon Sharif, has opened a new branch in Sector 50, Gurugram. The academy, known for its world-class facilities and training programs, aims to cater to the rising demand for high-quality shooting training in India, particularly after the country’s successful performance at the Paris Olympics.
The city of Paris has announced plans to honor the memory of Ugandan Olympic runner Rebecca Cheptegei, who tragically died after being set ablaze by her partner, by naming a sports venue after her. The proposal, announced by Mayor Anne Hidalgo, will be discussed by city officials in October.
