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Paris Olympics: Mirabai Chanu Falls Short of Medal in Weightlifting
Chanu concluded the competition with a total of 199 kg across the two phases. Her personal best, achieved during the 2020 Asian Championship, stands at 205 kg.
Wellalage’s Five-Wicket Haul Powers Sri Lanka to 110-Run Victory Over India, Secures 2-0 Series Win
It was Sri Lanka posting a challenging target after their highest total of the series, 248/7, on the back of half-centuries from Avishka Fernando and Kusal Mendis. But once again, the Indian batsmen had no answer to the spinning threat as Wellalage returned magical figures of 5-27. Only four Indian batsmen made it to double figures as they were bowled out for the lowest total of the series—138 in 26.1 overs.
Vinesh Phogat Seeks Joint Silver Medal in Appeal to CAS After Olympic Disqualification
Yes, we are aware of the appeal. It has been filed by her team," an IOA source, part of the visiting Indian delegation.
Vinesh Phogat Announces Retirement, Citing Loss of Strength
Ma, wrestling has won, I have lost. Please forgive, your dreams and my courage, everything is broken," Vinesh wrote in her retirement announcement, while addressing her mother, Premlata, on X. "I don't have any more strength now. Goodbye wrestling 2001-2024. I shall be indebted to you all. Forgive," she added.
Algeria's Imane Khelif Reaches Paris Olympic Final Amidst Gender Eligibility Controversy
This will be the first time Imane will contest an Olympic final, having been stopped in the quarterfinals in Tokyo three years ago. She meets Liu Yang of China in the gold medal bout and will look to deliver the first-ever gold medal in boxing for Algeria.
Rishabh Pant Embraces 'If Neeraj Chopra Wins' Trend Ahead of Paris Olympics Javelin Final
Among those joining the buzz is Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant. Pant has announced a special giveaway: he will award Rs 100,089 to a lucky individual who likes and comments on his tweet if Chopra secures the gold. Additionally, the top ten commenters will win flight tickets.
Neeraj Chopra Tops Qualification Round at Paris Olympics, says Neeraj Chopra after topping qualification round
Chopra’s impressive throw came on his first attempt, setting the stage for a strong defense of his title. He previously won gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics with a throw of 87.58 meters, becoming the first Indian to win an individual gold medal in a track and field event.
Paris Olympics: Vinesh Phogat Faces Disqualification in Women’s 50kg Wrestling
But Vinesh Phogat has turned her fortunes, notwithstanding the negative spotlight – some of it from her cousins as well – that had trolled her as a once-great athlete clinging to past glories. Tuesday saw the wrestler from Haryana stage a stunning comeback while booking her place in the semifinals in the women's 50kg category at the Paris Olympic Games.
Paris Olympics: Vinesh Phogat Targets Gold, Women's Table Tennis Team Aims for Semifinals, and Antim Panghal Steps Up
Furthermore, the Indian women's table tennis team will also look to replicate Phogat's exploits as it faces Germany in its quarterfinal match later. Also featuring in action will be wrestler Antim Panghal, golfers Aditi Ashok and Disha Dagar, and weightlifting contender Mirabai Chanu.
Germany Edges Out India 3-2 in Men's Hockey Semifinal at Olympics
This match was an excellent opportunity for India to make it to the final of the Olympic Games after a gap of 44 years, but Germany dashed those hopes.
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