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Asian Games 2023 Live Updates, Day 12: Saurav Ghosal goes for gold, shuttlers face tough test, women’s hockey team lock horns with China

India at Asian Games 2023 Day 12 Live Updates: The Indian shuttlers are in action on day 12 of the Asian Games with, PV Sindhu, HS Prannoy and Satwik-Chirag one win away each from ensuring a place on the podium. The doubles pair will be favourites to reach at least the semifinals but both Sindhu and Prannoy face tough challenges against He Bing Jiao and Lee Zii Jia respectively.Most Read 1 Asian Games 2023, Day 11 Highlights: Neeraj Chopra wins gold with 88.88m throw, Jena finishes with silver in javelin final; Indian men’s hockey team, Saurav Ghosal reach final 2 Govinda started ‘rona-dhona’ about Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, ‘ab ghar pe baitha hua hai’: Pahlaj Nihalani on torrid relationship with actor See More ...
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Hangzhou Asian Games: Full India schedule on October 5; live updates, live streaming details – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India can add at least two gold medals on Day 12 of the Hangzhou Asian Games to their already best ever show at the continental event as squash player Saurav Ghosal will play in men's singles final while Harinder Pal Sandhu and Dipika Pallikal will feature in mixed doubles final.Follow Timesofindia.com live blog to catch all the action and live updates straight away from Hangzhou.Following is India's Day 12 schedule at the Asian Games on October 5:Athletics4:30 AM: Belliappa Appachangada Bo & Man Singh in Men's Marathon FinalArchery6:10 AM: Jyothi, Aditi and Parneet vs Hong Kong in Compound Women's Team QuarterfinalBridge6:30 AM: Jaggy Shivdasani, Sandeep Thakral, Rajeshwar Tiwari, Sumit Mukherjee, Raju Tolani, Ajay Khare vs Hong Kong- Men Team Final rounds 1Sepaktakraw6:...
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India at Asian Games 2023, Day 12 schedule: Shuttlers in quarterfinal action, Ghosal eyes squash gold, women’s hockey semifinal, compound archers look to impress again

Neeraj Chopra delivered once again on what was yet another rich-medal haul day, as India set a new record for their best ever medal tally at the Asian Games. As we reach the business end of the event, the tally is only set to increase. Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Ojas Pravin Deotale and Co have been on fire in Hangzhou and they are potentially looking at more medals in the women’s and men’s compound team events on Thursday. Hockey: Semifinal time for women’s team The men have done their part to edge through to the final and now the attention shifts to Savita Punia and Co, who will face a stiff test against hosts China. Badminton: Crunch time for top shuttlers PV Sindhu, HS Prannoy, Satwik-Chirag are one win away each from ensuring a place on the podium. While Satwik-Chirag came through a tri...
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Asian Games 2023 Live Updates, Day 7: India vs China for gold medal in shooting, Sreeshankar & Jyothi Yarraji qualify for finals

Indian gold medalist shooter Palak poses with the medal after the finals of women's 10m air pistol (individual) event at the 19th Asian Games, in Hangzhou, China, Friday, Sept. 29, 2023. (PTI Photo) Shooter Palak Gulia’s journey from reluctant young shooter to Asian Games gold winner In a sport that demands stillness, Palak Gulia had to slow down before she could race ahead in the fast lane. The shooter, only 17 and who started shooting seriously just a couple of years ago, led India to an unexpected gold-silver finish in an event where the Chinese were tipped to dominate. She shared the podium on Friday with her roommate at the Athletes’ Village, Esha Singh, who returns home with a cool four-medal haul herself. Together, Palak and Esha have feasted on the KFCs available freely at the...
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Ahead of sixth Asian Games, Joshna Chinappa finds motivation to excel from Bopanna, Sreejesh | Asian Games 2023 News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Continuing to compete at a high level in professional sports in one's late 30s and 40s is an incredible challenge. However, squash veteran Joshna Chinappa draws inspiration to persist when she witnesses athletes like Rohan Bopanna and R Sreejesh defying the effects of age as they approach the twilight of their careers.Joshna, hailing from Coorg and now at 37 years old, is about to embark on her remarkable sixth appearance at the Asian Games. She originally debuted at the age of 15, which feels like several generations ago, way back in 2002.On the other hand, Bopanna, aged 43, who recently reached the men's doubles final at the US Open, and Sreejesh, the stalwart of Indian hockey, will likely be participating in their final Games. Their ability to maintain peak performance in ...
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India rally to beat Japan, face Malaysia in semifinals of World Cup Squash | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a thrilling Pool B match, India, the second-seeded team, showcased their resilience by defeating Japan 3-1. This victory allowed them to secure the top spot in the group and advance to the semifinals of the SDAT WSF Squash World Cup in Chennai, which marks their first-ever entry into this stage of the championship. Their semifinal opponent will be Malaysia, the fourth seeds.The Indian team, comprising Abhay Singh, Joshna Chinappa, Saurav Ghosal, and Tanvi Khanna, had already guaranteed their place in the semifinals with two impressive 4-0 wins against Hong Kong China and South Africa in their previous ties. However, their triumph on Thursday held added significance as it ensured they would not face the top-seeded team, Egypt, in the semifinals.The team got off to a poor st...
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Squash World Cup: India start strong with 4-0 victory over Hong Kong | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's squash team, seeded second in the SDAT WSF Squash World Cup, began their campaign on Tuesday with a resounding 4-0 victory over Hong Kong in a Pool B match held in Chennai. Earlier in the day, top-seeded Egypt showcased their dominance by defeating Australia with a clean sweep.In the India-Hong Kong clash, Abhay Singh set the tone for the host team with a convincing performance, defeating Chung Yat Long in straight games 7-2, 7-3, 7-6. Experienced player Joshna Chinappa further extended India's advantage by overpowering Heylie Fung in a straightforward match, securing a 7-1, 7-5, 7-6 victory in just 20 minutes.Reflecting on his match, Abhay Singh expressed his satisfaction, stating, "I was a bit nervous at the start. It's a big crowd, you're playing at home and you wa...
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Saurav Ghosal, Joshna Chinappa to lead Indian challenge in Squash World Cup | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The prestigious Squash World Cup is set to take place in Chennai from June 13 to 17, as announced by the governing body of the sport in India on Monday. Seasoned pros Saurav Ghosal and Joshna Chinappa will spearhead the Indian challenge, aiming for success on their home turf.The tournament will be hosted at the Express Avenue Mall and the Indian Squash & Triathlon Academy (ISTA), providing an exciting venue for both players and fans alike. The announcement of this eagerly anticipated event has generated significant buzz within the squash community.A total of nine countries will be participating in the tournament, including host nation India. The other countries vying for glory are Hong Kong, China, Japan, Malaysia, Egypt, South Africa, Australia, and Colombia. The competi...