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Took up squash because of my sister, says 15-year-old Anahat Singh ahead of Asian Games debut

CHENNAI: Anahat Singh, all of 15, is looking to build on the gains she made at the Commonwealth Games last year when she makes her Asian Games debut in Hangzhou next week.

The Times of India

Rutuja Bhosale gets the nod ahead of Karman at Asian Games

India have nominated Rutuja Bhosale ahead of higher-ranked Karman Kaur Thandi in the women’s singles of the Asian Games tennis competition in Hangzhou, China.

The Times of India

Focus on Praggnanandhaa as India begin campaign in chess at Asian Games

NEW DELHI: The spotlight will be on the young Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa in the chess competition at the Hangzhou Asian Games, especially after his recent impressive performances in the World Cup. India is eager to secure several medals to boost their overall tally.

The Times of India

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Asian Games: Indian men's, women's table tennis teams enter pre-quarters

HANGZHOU: Indian men's and women's table tennis teams advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the Asian Games with comprehensive 3-0 victory over Nepal and Tajikistan respectively in Group F matches here on Saturday.

The Times of India

Indian winter sports legend Shiva Kesavan wearing WADA badge with honour at the Asian Games

HANGZHOU: A familiar figure outside the Athletes Village, wearing a cap with 'WADA' engraved on it, was looking for his ride.

The Times of India

Indian winter sports legend Shiva Keshavan wearing WADA badge with honour at the Asian Games

HANGZHOU: A familiar figure outside the Athletes Village, wearing a cap with 'WADA' engraved on it, was looking for his ride.

The Times of India

Can P.V. Sindhu rediscover her rhythm in Hangzhou?

PV Sindhu faces a tough challenge to regain her form and win medals at the Asian Games and Olympics. With her pedigree, she has the potential to succeed, but it depends on her motivation and desire to win.

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Hangzhou hosts 19th Asian Games: A political stage for China?

Starting on Saturday September 23, China is hosting the Asian Games, a major multi-sport event held every four years between the Olympics. The 19th edition, postponed from last year, brings together some 12,000 athletes from across the continent, competing in 40 sports over two weeks in the eastern city of…

France 24

Taliban send all-male team to Asian Games but Afghan women come from outside

In the first Asian Games since the Taliban regained control of Afghanistan, two teams of athletes are arriving in the Chinese city of Hangzhou, looking very different

The Independent UK

Setting lofty standards, can India breach the 100-medal mark at Hangzhou Asiad?

NEW DELHI: India has set itself an ambitious target of crossing the 100-medal mark at the Asian Games in Hangzhou. The country has sent a 921-member strong contingent, which includes 655 sportspersons and 260 coaches and support staff and will be participating in 39 sports at the continental event.

The Times of India

Biggest ever Asian Games set to kick off in China’s Hangzhou

Nearly 12,500 athletes – more than ever before – from 45 countries and territories are set to compete across 40 sports.

Al Jazeera

Asian Games: Balranj Panwar reaches men's singles sculls final in rowing

NEW DELHI: India's rowing campaign at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China received a boost as Balraj Panwar, competing in the men's singles sculls, advanced to the final A in his category. Balraj finished third in the semifinal A/B2 of his category with a time of 7:22:22.

The Times of India

Asian Games: Indian men's volleyball team beats Chinese Taipei to enter quarter-finals

NEW DELHI: The Indian men's volleyball team continued its remarkable journey at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, securing a spot in the quarter-finals with an impressive 3-0 victory over Chinese Taipei on Friday.

The Times of India

Chance for Neeraj Chopra-led India to showcase its sporting prowess at Asian Games

With the Asian Games starting on September 23 officially, it is expected that the strong Indian contingent led by Neeraj Chopra will put up a good and valiant show at the games which was scheduled to be held in 2022 was delayed due to COVID-19

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Asian Games: Chance for Chopra-led India to showcase its sporting prowess

NEW DELHI: India is sending its largest-ever contingent of 655 athletes to the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China, with hopes of surpassing the 70 medals (16 gold, 23 silver, and 31 bronze) won in the 2018 edition. The catchline for India's campaign is 'Iss baar, sau paar' (this time crossing…

The Times of India

Bengaluru's Spider-Man aims to make a mark

7-member Indian squad hope to scale new heights in Hangzhou

The Times of India

Hangzhou all decked up to weave memorable tales

NEW DELHI: It was 10 in the morning and the blue skyline of Hangzhou was covered with fluffy dark clouds on Thursday, with intermittent rains bringing down the temperature a bit.

The Times of India

Ankita Raina backs herself to win gold in her third Asiad appearance

HANGZHOU: "It's a strange request. I have never given any interview during flights. That too when we are at 30,000 feet". But India's No. 1 women's singles tennis player, Ankita Raina, was gracious enough to oblige with an in-flight chat, where she spoke about her Asian Games chances, partnering Prarthana…

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The Hindu

Gold hunt: On the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou and India’s prospects

In the 19th Asian Games in China, India, with more than 650 athletes, does look strong, with adequate government support, better facilities and many exposure trips abroad

The Hindu

Ankita Raina gunning for Asiad gold after her bronze medal winning effort last time

= = =Ankita Raina, India's No.1 woman tennis player, is aiming for gold at the Asian Games in Hangzhou. She won a singles bronze in the last Games and is determined to do better this time. She has made changes to her game and fitness, and is confident of her…

The Times of India

Avinash Sable hopes to put behind World C'ship disappointment in Asian Games

NEW DELHI: Commonwealth Games silver medallist in the 3000m steeplechase, Avinash Sable, is determined to rebound from his disappointment at the World Championships and aims to establish a new national record while securing a gold medal at the upcoming Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

The Independent UK

Asian Games offer a few sports you may not recognize. How about kabaddi, sepaktakraw, and wushu?

If you are bored with day-in, day-out sports like basketball or swimming or volleyball, then check out the Asian Games when they open in Hangzhou, China

The Hindu

Asian Games | Hockey captain Harmanpreet, boxer Lovlina to lead Indian contingent at opening ceremony

India's Harmanpreet Singh (hockey) and Lovlina Borgohain (boxing) will lead the 655-member strong contingent at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China. Neeraj Chopra (javelin) was the flag-bearer at the 2018 Asian Games. 481 gold medals are up for grabs in 40 disciplines, with the opening ceremony on Saturday and…

The Times of India

Harmanpreet Singh and Lovlina Borgohain named India's flag-bearers for Asian Games opening ceremony

NEW DELHI: Hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and boxer Lovlina Borgohain have been named India's flag-bearers for the Asian Games opening ceremony scheduled to take place on September 23 in Hangzhou, China.

The Times of India

Sreejesh eyes direct berth to Olympics through Asiad, wants to change colour of medal in Paris

NEW DELHI: At 35, PR Sreejesh is standing at the twilight of his career and the Hangzhou Asian Games is most likely his last appearance at the continental showpiece.

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