Fox Corporation is expected to benefit from its strong focus on sports and politics, with the upcoming Super Bowl and 2024 presidential election serving as key catalysts for growth. Bank of America analyst Jessica Reif Ehrlich maintains a ‘Buy’ rating on Fox stock and has raised the price target, citing strong advertising and viewership trends driven by these events.
The All India Chess Federation (AICF) announced a whopping Rs 3.2 crore in rewards for the Indian teams that won the historic 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest. Each player from the winning teams will receive Rs 25 lakh, while the captains and coaches will also be generously rewarded. This victory, marked by both the men’s and women’s teams clinching their first-ever gold medals, is seen as a significant milestone in Indian chess, promising a new wave of enthusiasm and talent in the sport.
The Tennis Premier League (TPL) season 6 auctions saw intense bidding wars as franchises built their rosters with a mix of global talent. Punjab Patriots secured the highest bid for Elina Avanesyan, while Bengaluru SG Pipers acquired Max Purcell for the second-highest price. The auctions were a testament to the league’s growing popularity and excitement for the upcoming season.
Due to a record number of applications, over 12,000 runners who met the qualifying standard for the 2025 Boston Marathon will not be able to participate. This is the largest cut-off in the race’s history, excluding the COVID-reduced 2021 edition.
IHG Hotels & Resorts played a key role in the success of the 2024 Tour of Shanghai New Cities, showcasing its commitment to promoting culture, tourism, and sports in China. Through its diverse portfolio and world-class brands, IHG is strategically blending local culture with tourism attractions, creating unique and immersive experiences for guests.
The Indian men’s hockey team will face off against Germany in a two-match series in New Delhi, marking a rematch of their Olympic semi-final clash. The series will see two of the world’s best hockey teams go head-to-head, promising intense competition and thrilling action for fans.
Karnataka, the finalists in the previous edition, finally secured their first victory in the 95th MCC Murugappa Gold Cup, defeating NCOE (Bhopal) 4-3. The match was a tight affair with both teams exchanging goals, and Karnataka’s goalkeeper A. C. Subramani played a crucial role in the win with some vital saves.
Odisha’s young hockey team is dominating the 95th MCC-Murugappa Gold Cup, showcasing impressive skills and securing a crucial victory against NCOE. The team’s strong performance puts them in a prime position to advance to the semifinals.
India achieved an unprecedented feat at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Hungary, winning gold medals in both the open and women’s sections. The team’s dominant performance in the open section saw them win 10 out of 11 ties, showcasing their exceptional skills and strategy.
Indian snooker star Sourav Kothari showcased his dominance at the IBSF World 6-Red Snooker Championship, securing a pre-quarterfinal berth with an impressive undefeated record in his group matches.
