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Kenya's Faith Kipyegon has solidified her status as a formidable contender for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris by shattering her own world record in the women's 1500m at the Paris Diamond League meet.On Sunday, Kipyegon, guided by two pacemakers, surged to the front and crossed the finish line in an astonishing 3min 49.04sec at Stade Charlety. This remarkable performance eclipsed her previous world record of 3min 49.11sec, set in Florence in June 2023, by a narrow margin of 0.07sec.Kipyegon, now 30 years old, will return to Paris for the Summer Games as one of the top favorites. Her impressive track record includes two Olympic 1500m gold medals and three world titles. In addition to her dominance in the 1500m, Kipyegon also showcased her versatility by claiming the 5,000m title at the 2023 World Championships in Budapest.Kipyegon's world record-breaking performance serves as a testament to her exceptional talent and unwavering determination. It sends a clear message to her rivals that she is in peak form and ready to defend her Olympic crown in Paris.

Avinash Sable, India's steeplechase star, has shattered his own national record in the 3000m steeplechase at the prestigious Diamond League meet in Paris. Clocking an impressive 8 minutes and 9.91 seconds, Sable finished sixth in the race, but his performance marked a significant milestone in his preparations for the upcoming Paris Olympics.Sable's previous national record of 8:11.20, set in 2022, was eclipsed by approximately one and a half seconds. The Ethiopian Abrham Sime emerged victorious with a personal best of 8:02.36, followed by Amos Serem of Kenya with the same time. Abraham Kibiwot of Kenya, the reigning World Championships bronze medalist, secured third place with a time of 8:06.70.This record-breaking performance marks Sable's return to his dominant form, having set his previous national record at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. It is the 10th national record for Sable, who hails from a humble farming family in Maharashtra.Despite a challenging season with limited races, Sable has shown remarkable improvement, reducing his best time by approximately 12 seconds. He had previously struggled in the 3000m steeplechase, clocking 8:21.85 in Portland and 8:31.75 in Panchkula.Sable's determination to make amends for past mistakes and deliver a memorable performance at the Paris Olympics is evident in his recent performances. He has adopted a different approach this season, focusing on peaking at the right time.In the men's javelin throw, Olympics-bound Kishore Jena faced challenges, finishing eighth with a throw of 78.10m. Despite his personal best of 87.54m and season best of 80.84m, Jena has had a disappointing season, with efforts below his potential.Reigning Olympic and world champion Neeraj Chopra opted out of the meet due to an adductor niggle that has been troubling him. Julian Weber of Germany claimed the top spot with a throw of 85.91m, while former world champion Anderson Peters of Grenada and Tokyo Olympics silver medalist Jakub Vadlejch of Czech Republic finished second and third, respectively.

Lewis Hamilton's triumph at the British Grand Prix on Sunday marked a significant milestone in his illustrious career. The seven-time Formula One world champion secured his first victory since the penultimate race of the 2021 season, becoming the first driver to win on any track nine times.Hamilton's victory at Silverstone was a testament to his unwavering determination and the resilience of his Mercedes team. Starting from second on the grid behind his teammate George Russell, Hamilton faced a formidable challenge from defending champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull.The race unfolded with high drama, as Russell's hopes of a second consecutive win were dashed by a suspected water system issue on his car. McLaren also suffered a setback when they botched Lando Norris' tire change, allowing Verstappen to overtake the British driver with just four laps remaining.However, Hamilton remained unyielding, holding off Verstappen's late charge to secure a hard-fought victory. The 1.5-second margin of victory was a testament to Hamilton's exceptional driving skills and the strategic brilliance of his team.Hamilton's triumph was met with thunderous applause from the 164,000 fans in attendance, who had eagerly anticipated a home win. The victory extended Hamilton's F1 record to 104 wins, further cementing his status as one of the greatest drivers in the history of the sport.In a post-race interview, an emotional Hamilton expressed his gratitude to his team and the fans. "Love you guys," he said over the radio, his voice filled with tears of joy.Hamilton's victory at Silverstone has reignited his title hopes and sent a clear message to his rivals that he is not to be underestimated. With the season now at its halfway point, the battle for the championship is set to intensify in the coming races.

Neeraj Chopra, India's reigning Olympic javelin throw champion, is poised to defend his title at the upcoming Paris Olympics. His remarkable performance at the World Championships, where he qualified for the final and the 2024 Paris Olympics with a first attempt of 88.77m, has solidified his status as a formidable contender.Chopra's journey to the top has been marked by consistent excellence. At the Tokyo Olympics, he etched his name in history by securing India's first-ever athletics gold medal with a best throw of 87.58m. He became the second Indian after Abhinav Bindra (2008) to win an individual gold at the Olympics and the first Indian since independence to earn a medal in athletics at the Games.Post-Tokyo, Chopra has maintained his impressive form. In June 2022, he set a new personal best of 89.30m at the Paavo Nurmi Games in Finland, breaking his own national record. He further surpassed his record with a throw of 89.94m at the Stockholm Diamond League, where he finished second.Chopra's historic silver medal at the Oregon World Championships in July 2022 was followed by a gold at the Lausanne Diamond League, which also qualified him for the Zurich final. He emerged victorious in the final with a throw of 88.44m, becoming the first Indian to do so and securing his spot at the 2023 World Championships.In May 2023, Chopra topped the Doha Diamond League with an 88.67m throw, propelling him to the top of the men's javelin rankings by World Athletics. His golden performance at the World Athletics Championships in August 2023, with a throw of 88.17m, further cemented his dominance. He concluded the season with a silver medal at the 2022 Asian Games, achieving a season-best throw of 88.88m.Chopra's unwavering determination and exceptional talent make him a strong favorite to defend his Olympic title in Paris. His consistent performances and unwavering focus on improvement bode well for India's hopes of another historic triumph in athletics.

India's Olympic journey towards Paris 2024 has begun with a promising start. The country has already secured 100 quotas across various sports, including archery, athletics, badminton, boxing, equestrian, golf, hockey, judo, rowing, sailing, shooting, swimming, table tennis, tennis, weightlifting, and wrestling.The Tokyo Olympics saw India create history with its largest-ever contingent and its biggest medal haul in a single edition. Neeraj Chopra's historic gold in men's javelin throw was a defining moment. At Paris 2024, the focus will once again be on Chopra, who will look to defend his title.In shooting, India has secured quotas in every Olympic category for the first time. Trap shooter Prithviraj Tondaiman and women's trap shooter Rajeshwari Kumari were among the first to qualify.Athletics has also seen significant progress. Race walkers Priyanka Goswami and Akshdeep Singh became the first Indians to qualify for the event at Paris 2024. Four Indian athletes breached the qualifying standard in the men's 20km walk, with Akshdeep, Vikash, and Paramjeet Singh receiving the nod.In boxing, Jasmine Lamboria secured the quota in the women's 57kg category. Renowned sports medicine expert Dr. Dinshaw Pardiwala has assured that all athletes are in prime condition for the Olympics.The complete list of Indian athletes who have qualified for Paris 2024 so far includes:* Archery: Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep Rai, Pravin Jadhav, Bhajan Kaur, Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat* Athletics: Akshdeep Singh, Vikash Singh, Paramjeet Singh Bisht, Priyanka Goswami, Avinash Sable, Parul Chaudhary, Jyothi Yarraji, Kiran Pahal, Tajinderpal Singh Toor, Abha Khatua, Neeraj Chopra, Kishore Jena, Annu Rani, Sarvesh Kushare, Praveen Chithravel, Abdulla Aboobacker, Muhammed Anas Yahiya, Muhammed Ajmal, Amoj Jacob, Santhosh Tamilarasan, Rajesh Ramesh, Mijo Chaco Kurian, Vidhya Ramaraj, Jyothika Sri Dandi, MR Poovamma, Subha Venkatesan, Prachi, Priyanka Goswami/Suraj Panwar* Badminton: H.S Prannoy, Lakshya Sen, P.V Sindhu, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Ashwini Ponappa, Tanisha Crasto* Boxing: Nikhat Zareen, Amit Phangal, Nishant Dev, Preeti Pawar, Lovlina Borgohain, Jaismine Lamboria* Equestrian: Anush Agarwalla* Golf: Subhankar Sharma, Gaganjeet Bhullar, Aditi Ashok, Diksha Dagar* Hockey: P.R Sreejesh, Jarmanpreet Singh, Amit Rogidas, Harmanpreet Singh, Sumit, Sanjay, Rajkumar Pal, Shamsher Singh, Manpreet Singh, Hardik Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad, Abhishek, Sukhjeet Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Mandeep Singh, Gujrant Singh* Judo: Tulika Mann* Rowing: Balraj Panwar* Sailing: Vishnu Saravanan, Nethra Kumanan* Shooting: Prithviraj Tondaiman, Rajeshwari Kumari, Shreyasi Singh, Anantjeet Singh Naruka, Raiza Dhillon, Maheshwari Chauhan, Anantjeet Singh Naruka/Maheshwari Chauhan, Sandeep Singh, Arjun Babuta, Elavenil Valarivan, Ramita Jindal, Swapnil Kusale, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar, Sift Kaur Samra, Anjum Moudgil, Sandeep Singh/Elavenil Valarivan, Arjun Babuta/Ramita Jindal, Arjun Cheema, Sarabjot Singh, Manu Bhaker, Rhythm Sangwam, Vijayveer Sidhu, Anish Bhanwala, Manu Bhaker, Esha Singh, Sarabjot Singh/Manu Bhakar, Arjun Cheema/Rhythm Sangwam* Swimming: Dhinidhi Desinghu, Srihari Nataraj* Table Tennis: Sharath Kamal, Harmeet Desai, Manav Thakkar, Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula, Archana Kamath* Tennis: Sumit Nagal, Rohan Bopanna, Sriram Balaji* Weightlifting: Mirabai Chanu* Wrestling: Aman Sehrawat, Vinesh Phogat, Anshu Malik, Nisha Dahiya, Reetika Hooda, Antim Phangal

Bronny James, the highly anticipated son of NBA legend LeBron James, made his unofficial debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA California Classic on Saturday. Despite the Lakers' 108-94 loss to Sacramento, James showcased his potential with a solid performance.Starting at point guard, James played 21 minutes and 43 seconds, contributing four points on 2-of-9 shooting. While his shooting efficiency was not ideal, he displayed his versatility with two rebounds, two assists, and a steal.James's first basket came with 5:51 remaining in the second quarter, a driving layup that tied the game at 31-31. He also grabbed his first rebound just 80 seconds into the game and made his first steal with 6:25 left in the second quarter.Despite the loss, James's performance was encouraging for the Lakers. He showed flashes of his father's athleticism and court vision, while also demonstrating a willingness to learn and improve."I just hope for (him to get) his feet wet in the NBA -- the pace of the game, the speed of the game, the physicality of the game," said LeBron James, who was not in attendance due to his commitments with the US Olympic team. "But what he does in the California Classic and Summer League, it doesn't matter if he plays well and it doesn't matter if he doesn't play well. I just want him to continue to grow."Bronny James's debut marked a historic moment for the NBA, as he became part of the first father-son duo to play in the league. While his performance may not have been spectacular, it was a valuable learning experience that will undoubtedly benefit him in the future.

WWE legend John Cena, a 16-time champion and future Hall of Famer, has announced his retirement from in-ring competition. At the Money in the Bank Pay Per View in Canada, Cena revealed that 2025 would be his final year in professional wrestling.Cena's retirement marks the end of an era. His 23-year career with the main roster saw him win the WWE championship 13 times and the world heavyweight title three times, tying him with Ric Flair for the most top title wins in WWE history.Cena's last match was against Solo Sikoa at Crown Jewel 2023, where he lost after taking 10 Samoan Spikes. He has headlined five WrestleManias, but his last victory came in 2017.Cena's career began in 2001 with Ohio Valley Wrestling. He debuted on WWE television in 2002, answering Kurt Angle's open challenge. As The Doctor of Thuganomics, Cena won the US Championship at WrestleMania 20 and the WWE title at WrestleMania 21.Cena has faced and defeated some of the greatest wrestlers in WWE history, including Triple H, Shawn Michaels, The Undertaker, Kurt Angle, Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton, and Edge. He has also had memorable matches with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.Cena's retirement is a significant moment in WWE history. He has been the face of the company for over a decade and has helped to shape the modern era of professional wrestling.

Jyothi Yarraji, India's first female Olympic qualifier in the 100m hurdles, has embarked on an extraordinary journey under the guidance of British coach James Hillier. Hillier, impressed by Jyothi's raw speed, recognized her potential and has since honed her technique, explosive power, and agility.Jyothi's unwavering determination has led to a remarkable 11 national record-breaking performances. Her speed and precision have enabled her to overcome the challenges of 10 hurdles over 100m. Despite a hip flexor injury that sidelined her for a month, Jyothi's resilience and Hillier's positive outlook have fueled her recovery.Hillier believes that Jyothi's near-miss in Finland, where she clocked 12.78secs, just 0.01secs shy of the Olympic qualification mark, has instilled confidence in her abilities. "She knows now that she can do it again at that pace," Hillier said.Jyothi's first Olympic appearance will be a testament to her hard work and dedication. Hillier's realistic goal is for her to achieve a personal best, while an ambitious target is to qualify for the final. Jyothi's performance at the World Championships and Asian Games has demonstrated her potential, and with continued training and recovery, she is poised to make a mark on the Olympic stage.

Ziaur Rehman, Bangladesh's most decorated chess player, passed away at the age of 50 after suffering a stroke during a tournament game. Known for his imaginative and risk-taking style, Ziaur was a 15-time national champion and the country's second Grandmaster.Ziaur's passion for chess extended beyond his own playing career. He often brought his wife and son to tournaments, eager to share his love of the game with them. At the 2022 Chess Olympiad, he and his son Tahsin Tajwar Zia became the first father-son duo to compete on the same team.Ziaur's peers remember him as a kind-hearted and humble individual. "He was perhaps the nicest guy I've ever known," said GM Reefat Bin Sattar. "He inspired and pushed me to be a better player."Ziaur's impact on Bangladesh chess was profound. He was a role model for aspiring players and a mentor to many young talents. His untimely passing has left a void in the chess community.Ziaur's legacy will live on through his son, who is also a promising chess player. "He was a talented player, a fighter on the board, and an introvert off it," said Dibyendu Barua, who knew Ziaur since childhood. "He was family to me."Ziaur's death is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing the moments we have with loved ones. He will be remembered as a passionate chess player, a devoted father, and a true gentleman of the game.