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02 Sep

Gender-row Olympic boxer Lin won’t compete at world championships

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Gender-row Olympic boxer Lin won’t compete at world championships Olympic boxing champion Lin Yu-ting will not compete at the world championships starting this week . World Boxing said last month that women wanting to compete at championships in Liverpool would have to undergo mandatory gender testing . Lin and Algerian boxer Imane Khelif were at the centre of a major gender dispute at the 2024 Paris Olympics . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Exclusive | Matchmaking in MP: To make Gandhi Sagar a second home for cheetahs, wildlife dept will introduce female after monsoon

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Exclusive | Matchmaking in MP: To make Gandhi Sagar a second home for cheetahs, wildlife dept will introduce female after monsoon Madhya Pradesh wildlife officials have devised a plan to populate Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary with a fresh stock of cheetahs . The move is expected to take place soon after the monsoon, once the water begins to recede . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Pickleball is just getting started in China

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Pickleball is just getting started in China Online sales of pickleball paddles and related equipment in China have skyrocketed this year to an average of $1.2 million in monthly sales . Pickleball has been getting a lift from social media influencers and the resurgence of tennis in China . Chinese tennis player Zheng Qinwen won the country's first Olympic gold medal in tennis singles last summer . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

Naomi Osaka defeats Coco Gauff to reach US Open quarterfinals

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Naomi Osaka defeats Coco Gauff to reach US Open quarterfinals Naomi Osaka produced a commanding performance to knock out the third-seeded Coco Gauff 6-3, 6-2 in a highly anticipated fourth-round showdown between two former US Open champions. After years of bitter disappointment at the year’s final tennis major, Osaka showed flashes of her old brilliance on Monday as she took control of the match from the start, while 2023 champion Gauff struggled with her forehand and serve. The result carried Osaka into the Flushing Meadows quarterfinals for the first time in five years. She will next play Czech 11th seed…
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02 Sep

Mitchell Starc announces retirement from T20 cricket

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Mitchell Starc announces retirement from T20 cricket Australia's white-ball pace spearhead Mitchell Starc has retired from Twenty20 internationals . The 35-year-old left-armer retires with 79 wickets from 65 T20Is, second on the all-time list for Australia . Starc was not included in Australia’s T20I squad for the upcoming series against New Zealand . Read full story: Source
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02 Sep

US Open: Jannik Sinner demolishes Alexander Bublik, advances to quarters

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US Open: Jannik Sinner demolishes Alexander Bublik, advances to quarters The world tennis No 1 beat Bublik in the round of 16, losing just three games and reversing a shock loss to the Kazakh in June . Sinner said he enjoyed the vibe of playing under the Arthur Ashe Stadium lights . The Italian tennis player came into the match seeking his 25th straight major win on his preferred surface . Read full story: Source
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Padel’s Global Rise: 5 Interesting Facts Behind the Buzz
01 Jul

Padel’s Global Rise: 5 Interesting Facts Behind the Buzz

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Once popular mainly in Spain and Argentina, padel is now making waves across the world. A mix of tennis and squash, this fast-paced sport is played in enclosed glass courts and is known for being easy-to-learn, social, and super fun to play. Here are five simple facts that explain why padel is becoming everyone’s new favourite sport. 1. Millions Are Picking It Up: Padel isn’t just a trend, it’s here to stay. In 2018, there were fewer than 8 million players worldwide. Today, that number has jumped to over 30 million, according to the International Padel Federation. More and more…
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Omaxe State, Dwarka Glows Bright with the Electrifying 3rd Edition of Delhi Neon Run 2025
01 Jul

Omaxe State, Dwarka Glows Bright with the Electrifying 3rd Edition of Delhi Neon Run 2025

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New Delhi : Omaxe State, Dwarka lit up the capital with energy, colour, and community spirit as it hosted the spectacular 3rd Edition of the Delhi Neon Run 2025 on Saturday, June 28. As the Title Sponsor and Venue Partner, Omaxe brought this unique night run to life, welcoming over 2,500 participants at Omaxe State for an unforgettable evening of health, entertainment, and high-voltage fun. Organized by Universal Runners Marathon in association with the Nanhi Goonj Vikas Foundation, the Delhi Neon Run broke away from conventional fitness events by turning the city into a glowing track of lights, music, and vibrant…
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World Super Kabaddi League Kicks Off a New Chapter for Kabaddi – International, Inclusive, Iconic
30 Jun

World Super Kabaddi League Kicks Off a New Chapter for Kabaddi – International, Inclusive, Iconic

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National: SJ Uplift Kabaddi Pvt Ltd, the exclusive rights holder for both the World Super Kabaddi League (WSKL) and the Uttar Pradesh Kabaddi League (UPKL), proudly announces the launch of the inaugural edition of WSKL—a groundbreaking step towards making Kabaddi a truly global sport. With the active engagement of nearly 30 countries and formal confirmation from 20 national federations the inaugural season is tentatively scheduled for February–March 2026 and will be hosted in Dubai, a strategic location chosen to maximize international exposure and fan accessibility. Following the success of UPKL, under the banner ‘Apna Bharat, Apna Khel', which focused on nurturing talent within India, WSKL represents a bold…
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BOLLYWOOD POWERHOUSE SALMAN KHAN ANNOUNCED AS OWNER OF ISPL NEW DELHI FRANCHISE
25 Jun

BOLLYWOOD POWERHOUSE SALMAN KHAN ANNOUNCED AS OWNER OF ISPL NEW DELHI FRANCHISE

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ISPL introduces a new franchise from New Delhi following the massive success of Season 2, which shattered viewership records with 28 million reach and 47% growth on television Mumbai, June 25, 2025: Fresh off a blockbuster Season 2 that smashed viewership records, the Indian Street Premier League (ISPL)—India’s pioneering tennis-ball T10 cricket league—has announced Bollywood superstar Salman Khan as the new team owner for its upcoming New Delhi franchise. Season 2 drew a record-breaking 28 million+ television viewers and marked a 47% growth in TV viewership over its inaugural edition, cementing ISPL’s place as India’s biggest sports and music carnival. The…
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