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Rohan Bopanna and Joshna Chinappa among sportspersons shortlisted for Padma Shri | More sports News – Times of India

[ad_1] Tennis luminary Rohan Bopanna, poised to claim the top spot in the world doubles rankings, was chosen on Thursday to receive the esteemed Padma Shri accolade, alongside six other athletes, including seasoned squash player Joshna Chinappa.The Padma Shri is the fourth-highest civilian honour in India, following the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan.It is conferred for outstanding contributions in any field.Bopanna, a consistently exceptional performer, is set to become the oldest world number one when the new rankings are unveiled on Monday. The 43-year-old has a chance to secure his first men's doubles major title on Saturday as he competes in the Australian Open final with his partner, Matthew Ebden.In 2017, Bopanna became the fourth Indian to clinch a Grand Slam tro...

28Nov

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Squash: For 15-year old prodigy Anahat Singh, a journey of passion and perspective

[ad_1] Spotlight has come early in Anahat Singh’s life. At an age where almost anyone would still be trying to figure out what they want their careers to be, the 15-year old Anahat has a path in front of her. But along with that, she has perspective too.At the Asian Games, when India played Hong Kong in the women’s team semifinal, Anahat was up against a top 50 player in the world in Lee Ka Yi with the match poised at 1-1. A win for her, unlikely as it should be on paper, would have taken India to the gold medal match. After losing two hard-fought games, Anahat put together a sensational run to save eight match points and had the momentum on her side but eventually lost. As she stepped out of the court, she sat on the bench and stared into the distance. India had won bronze, but the tee...

16Oct

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BCCI welcomes cricket’s inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

[ad_1] BCCI secretary Jay Shah said this is a momentous occasion which marks a significant milestone for the sport. | Photo Credit: File photo PICHUMANI K The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has welcomed cricket’s re-inclusion in the Olympics after more than a century.“The BCCI has been a staunch supporter of the ICC’s efforts to include cricket as an Olympic sport. We are thrilled to witness this momentous occasion, which marks a significant milestone for the sport,” BCCI secretary Jay Shah said in a statement on Monday. “Our active participation has been instrumental in promoting the case for cricket’s inclusion in the Olympics.”Historic News! 🌟 Cricket is all set to make a grand return to the Summer Olympics in 2028, marking a monumental moment for the sport, 128 years ...

16Oct

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‘This marks the dawn of a new era’: Sachin Tendulkar on cricket’s inclusion in Olympics | Cricket News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: Legendary Indian cricketer Sachin Tendulkar termed cricket's inclusion in Olympics as the dawn of a new era soon after the sport has been officially added to the program for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking a significant advancement in the global aspirations of the sport.Alongside cricket, which will be contested in the T20 format, the International Olympic Committee (IOC), during its 141st session, also sanctioned the inclusion of other sports such as squash, baseball/softball, lacrosse, and flag football.The proposal to incorporate these five sports, as recommended by the LA28 Organising Committee, faced opposition from only two out of the 99 IOC members.Breaking: T20 cricket to be part of 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as IOC approves proposalTendulkar took to socia...

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Cricket, squash among five sports approved for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics | More sports News – Times of India

[ad_1] NEW DELHI: On Monday, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) granted its approval to the inclusion of cricket and squash, alongside three other sports, in the 2028 Los Angeles Games. This decision reflects the IOC's strategic effort to engage new global audiences.The organizers of the LA Games had also proposed the inclusion of lacrosse, flag football, and baseball-softball, all of which received approval during an IOC meeting held in Mumbai.Read AlsoIOA must get behind government for strong 2036 Olympics bid by India: IOCJames Macleod, IOC’s director of Olympic solidarity, NOC relations and Olympism365, said that for India to realise its Olympic ambitions, the IOA and national sports federations (NSFs) must get behind the government by putting their respective houses in order ...

7Oct

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Asian Games: 50 year age gap between India’s oldest and youngest medallists in historic campaign – Times of India

[ad_1] HANGZHOU: Age is just a number in sports. It may sound cliched, but played out factually at the 19th Asian Games, where India's youngest and the oldest medallists are separated by a whopping 50 year age gap between them.Roller skating bronze medallist Sanjana Bathula and double squash bronze medallist Anahat Singh, both 15, have an age difference of just three months. But compared to 65-year-old Bridge silver medallist Jaggy Shivdasani, there is a full generation's gap between the trio. However, the pedestal they share has the same title -- Asian Games medallists.India finished its Asian Games campaign with a record haul of 107 medals (28 gold, 38 silver, 41 bronze) to finish fourth (on gold-medal count), improving on its 2018 tally of 70 medals, which included 16 gold.JAGGY SHIVD...

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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

[ad_1] 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 ...

4Oct

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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

[ad_1] 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...

21Sep

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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

[ad_1] 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 performan...