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Diamond League Final 2026 javelin winner: Rumesh Pathirage makes history with stunning 89.04m throw to clinch title

Diamond League Final: Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage secured the Diamond League Final javelin title in Brussels. He achieved this victory with a throw of 89.04 meters in the third round. This win marks his second major title of a breakthrough season. Pathirage previously won Commonwealth Games gold and four Diamond League…

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Aichi-Nagoya 2026: Asian Games’ biggest stars and top countries to watch

Asian sporting giants converge in Japan for the 20th Asian Games. China remains the dominant force, aiming for a twelfth consecutive top medal tally. Japan leverages home advantage and a diverse range of athletic disciplines. South Korea's badminton stars are poised for significant medal contention. India seeks to surpass its…

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Improving defence and attacking units can make big difference in Asian Games: Hockey coach Sjoerd Marijne

The Indian women's hockey team aims for a brighter medal at the Asian Games. Coach Sjoerd Marijne emphasizes strengthening defence and sharpening goal-scoring skills. Players are working on unit defence and creating more attacking opportunities. The team learned valuable lessons from the recent Hockey World Cup experience. Preparations include intense…

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Asiad-bound shooters to undergo final preparatory camps in Delhi and Bhopal

Indian shooters are preparing for the Asian Games with training camps in Delhi and Bhopal. Pistol and rifle athletes will train in Bhopal from September fifth to fourteenth. Skeet shooters began their camp on Friday, while trap shooters train from September tenth. The camps focus on mental conditioning and technical…

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A first for India at Asian Games: Safeguarding Officer to tackle abuse or neglect

Neetal Narang will serve as India's first Safeguarding Officer at the Asian Games. She will be the athletes' primary contact for harassment and abuse concerns. This role is mandatory for the Olympic Council of Asia's events. India will send 503 athletes to compete in 36 different sports. The contingent's support…

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Celtic star in running to be named country's captain, says national boss

Celtic star in running to be named country's captain, reveals national boss

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Asian Games 2026: India eyes record medal haul in Aichi-Nagoya

India aims for a record-breaking performance at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. The contingent includes five individual Olympic medallists and defending champions in various sports. Hockey competitions will serve as Olympic qualification events for Los Angeles 2028. Several athletes faced setbacks due to doping violations and selection criteria exclusions. India…

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Asian Games cricket teams to get hotels amid facility concerns

Cricket players at the Asian Games will receive hotel accommodation, unlike other athletes. This decision comes after concerns were raised by Sri Lankan officials regarding facilities. Organizers are using a mix of accommodations, including a cruise ship and containers. Japanese cricket officials stated they had limited preparation time for the…

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Hockey: Defense needs further improvement, says captain Harmanpreet Singh

India's eighth-place finish at the FIH World Cup highlighted defensive weaknesses. Captain Harmanpreet Singh acknowledged the need for significant defensive improvements against top teams. The team now focuses on winning gold at the Asian Games and qualifying for the Olympics. Coach Craig Fulton expressed happiness with the team's fight and…

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Asian Games 2026: What makes them different from Olympics

The Asian Games are a major continental multi-sport event held every four years. Athletes from across Asia compete, unlike the global Olympic Games. This year's event in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, will feature 43 sports. Cricket's inclusion offers India significant medal opportunities and regional identity. The Games serve as a crucial stepping…

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BCCI dissatisfied with facilities in Japan, could send 'B' team for Asian Games: Board source

India may send a second-string squad to the Asian Games cricket tournament. Concerns exist regarding the facilities and arrangements provided for players in Japan. A BCCI observer will assess the situation and report back to the board. If conditions remain unsatisfactory, a 'B' team will likely be dispatched. Both men's…

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Ace weightlifter Mirabai Chanu bracing for Olympic-level competition at Asian Games next month

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu prepares for a challenging Asian Games competition. She aims to secure the one major medal missing from her career. Chanu is diligently following a rigorous training regimen to stay injury-free. She has set a personal challenge not to return home until winning a medal. The athlete…

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Hungry for more! Harmanpreet Kaur says winnng culture taking shape ahead of Asia Cup, Asian Games

Indian women cricketers are eager for more accolades as they set their sights on the approaching Asia Cup in the UAE and the Asian Games. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur emphasizes the emergence of a strong winning culture in the team. With aspirations to reclaim the Asia Cup and retain their title…

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Mirabai Chanu eyes maiden Asian Games medal as she leads India's weightlifting squad

Mirabai Chanu will lead India's weightlifting team at the Asian Games 2026. She aims to secure her first Asian Games medal in the 49kg category. Gyaneshwari Yadav and Harjinder Kaur will also compete in their respective weight classes. Rishikanta Singh Chanambam is the sole male weightlifter in the squad. India…

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"Next decade will see tremendous growth": Abhinav Bindra confident about India's sporting future

Young Indian athletes possess strong belief and ambition for higher achievements. Improved support systems and resources are backing this growing aspiration. The sports ecosystem is developing rapidly, promising significant progress across disciplines. India expects more medals and better quality performances in upcoming events. The shooting team is highlighted as a…

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Asian Games gold next, long career bigger goal after Arjuna recognition: Tejaswin Shankar

Tejaswin Shankar aims for Asian Games gold after Commonwealth Games medals. He has improved his decathlon scores significantly this season. Shankar seeks a personal best performance at the upcoming continental event. He will focus solely on the decathlon, not individual high jump. Consistency and fitness are key to his long-term…

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Iyer promises massive talent hunt as India eye rich medal haul in 2036 Olympics

A nationwide talent hunt will identify young athletes for the 2036 Olympics. The Indian Olympic Association is actively working with sports federations on this plan. This initiative aims to build a strong pipeline of potential medal winners. Increased government and private sector support fuels optimism for future sporting achievements. Preparations…

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Harvard can wait, Olympics can't: CWG Squash winner Anahat Singh puts college plan on hold to focus on Los Angeles 2028

Prioritizing her athletic ambitions, Anahat Singh has chosen to delay her college education in pursuit of Olympic qualification. Targeting a place in the 2028 Games in Los Angeles, she looks to the Asian Games as her first significant challenge. Influenced by senior squash players like Joshna Chinappa, her journeys motivate…

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All aboard as Asian Games preparations enter 'final stages'; young athletes like Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to take the stage

Next month, Nagoya will host the Asian Games, welcoming approximately fifteen thousand competitors ready to showcase their skills. Among them, promising young athletes like Alexandra Eala and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will take the stage, thrilling fans. Participants can expect unique accommodation options, including a cruise ship, as organizers aim to provide…

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All aboard as Asian Games preparations in Japan enter 'final stages'

The Asian Games are set to begin in Japan next month with many competitors. Teenage stars like Alexandra Eala and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will compete. Athletes will stay in diverse accommodations including a cruise ship. Organizers are finalizing preparations for the upcoming sporting event.

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NOCT targets 14-15 golds at Aichi-Nagoya

The National Olympic Committee of Thailand (NOCT) has set a target of 14-15 gold medals at the Asian Games, which will take place in Aichi-Nagoya from Sept 19 to Oct 4.

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Pakistan retain Wahab Riaz as women’s team head coach for Asian Games, senior batter Aliya Riaz recalled

Pakistan Cricket Board retains Wahab Riaz and coaching staff for upcoming tournaments. Senior batter Aliya Riaz has been recalled for the Asian Games selection. Sidra Amin and Sadaf Shams were overlooked as selectors deemed them ODI players only. Fatima Sana will captain the squad for both the Asia Cup and…

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Indian athletics team to have short camp at University of Tsukuba in Japan ahead of Asian Games

The Indian athletics team will hold a short acclimatisation camp at the University of Tsukuba near Tokyo ahead of the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. The team is expected to leave India on September 12 or 13 after the Indian Athletics Final Series. Before that, Asian Games-bound athletes will train in…

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'I thought he would never walk again': How Sreeshankar Murali overcame a career-threatening knee injury to win Commonwealth silver

Sreeshankar Murali achieved a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games after a severe knee injury. His father described the comeback as incredibly difficult, comparing it to simultaneous IIT and Civil Services preparation. Doctors initially feared he might never walk again following the patellar tendon tear. He underwent knee reconstruction surgery…

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Post-Paris journey full of ups and downs, but I chose to continue: Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain

Lovlina Borgohain found continuing boxing after the Paris Games a significant achievement. She secured a silver medal at her third Commonwealth Games appearance. Indian boxers achieved a record ten medals, including seven golds, at the event. Coach Santiago Nieva hailed the historic performance and praised Sakshi's depth. The team now…

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