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Paris Paralympics: PM Modi Commends Para-Athletes for Their 'Phenomenal Performance'
Thangavelu had claimed gold at Rio 2016 with an attempt of 1.89 m and silver at Tokyo 2020 with 1.86 m. "Sharad Kumar wins silver in Men's High Jump T63 at #Paralympics2024! He is admired for consistency and excellence. Congratulations to him. He inspires the entire nation," PM Modi posted on X.
Rahul Dravid Poised to Become Rajasthan Royals Head Coach: Report
After his playing days were over, Dravid went on to be the mentor of the side during the 2014 and 2015 IPL seasons before being the same with the Delhi Capitals until he took up the role of National Cricket Academy [NCA] director in 2019. Dravid also has a good and long understanding with the current RR captain, wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson, who came through the ranks at the franchise and in the Indian team set-up under him.
Brendon McCullum Appointed as England's White-Ball Head Coach
McCullum, who took over the reins in May 2022 signed an extension that would commit him with the team until the end of 2027. He would continue his role as head coach of the Test team but take up the reins of the white-ball teams from January 2025, following England's white-ball tour of India and the ICC Champions Trophy.
‘India is Proud of You’: PM Modi Congratulates Paralympics Medallists During Brunei Visit
"After the day's programmes in Brunei Darussalam, called our Paralympic Champions and congratulated them. India is proud of our athletes," posted PM Modi on Instagram. He had just arrived in Brunei for the first-ever official visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the Southeast Asian country.
US Open: Swiatek Sets Quarterfinal Clash with Pegula After Milestone Victory
Swiatek's win keeps her in contention for more honors this season, extending her WTA-leading total of 57 match wins. Her impressive year includes five titles, with her fourth Roland Garros championship and an Olympic bronze medal among them. The 2022 US Open women's singles champion, Swiatek is targeting her sixth Grand Slam title.
US Open: Jack Draper Advances to First Major Quarterfinal
The left-handed British number one was on cruise from the opening set throughout as he bossed proceedings at Louis Armstrong Stadium with high intensity and struck 35 winners. He became the first British man into the last eight at the hard-court major since former champion Andy Murray in 2016.
Paralympics Paris 2024: PM Praises Preeti Pal’s Two Medals, Calls Her ‘Inspiration for India’
Taking to X, formerly Twitter, PM Modi said, "A historic achievement by Preeti Pal as she wins her second medal in the same edition of the #Paralympics2024 with a Bronze in the Women's 200m T35 event! She is an inspiration for the people of India. Her dedication is truly remarkable.
PM Modi Commends Paralympic Medallists, Celebrates Their Remarkable Achievements
Over a telephonic call, PM contacted one or more Paris Paralympics medalists: Mona Agarwal, Preethi Pal, Manish Narwal, and Rubina Francis.
Jonty Rhodes: Impact Player Rule is Undermining the Role of All-Rounders
Rhodes' criticism is support for illustrious players like Rohit Sharma who feel that the rule encourages neither batsman nor bowler to work on the other facet of the game and results in bloated scores. On the other hand, Ravichandran Ashwin believes this rule brings much-needed strategy into the game.
Dwayne Bravo to Retire After CPL 2024
An emotional announcement by the 40-year-old Trinidadian all-rounder came just hours before his team, Trinbago Knight Riders, took to the field for its opening game of CPL 2024 against St Kitts & Nevis Patriots in Basseterre.
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