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Nikhat Zareen Bows Out of Paris Olympics in Round of 16

Nikhat Zareen's Olympic debut ended in disappointment as she bowed out in the Round of 16 of the women's 50kg boxing event at the Paris Games. The two-time world champion was outclassed by top seed Wu Yu of China, losing unanimously 5-0. Despite the setback, Zareen

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Swapnil Kusale's Olympic Dream Fulfilled with Bronze in 50m 3P

Swapnil Kusale's journey to Olympic glory began in the humble village of Kambalwadi, Kolhapur. Inspired by Abhinav Bindra's Olympic triumph, he enrolled in the Krida Prabodhini sports program, where he honed his shooting skills. His friendship with Akshay Ashtraputre, a fellow shooter, provided unwavering support. Together,

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Simone Biles Secures Second Olympic All-Around Gold, Proving Her Unparalleled Dominance

Simone Biles, the gymnastics icon, has once again proven her unparalleled dominance by securing her second Olympic all-around gold medal in Tokyo. Despite a minor misstep on uneven bars, Biles' resilience and unwavering determination propelled her to victory. With a total score of 59.131, Biles narrowly edged out

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Swapnil Kusale Wins Historic Bronze in Shooting at Paris Olympics

Swapnil Kusale etched his name in Indian sporting history by securing a historic bronze medal in shooting at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Despite the pressure of the grand stage, Kusale displayed nerves of steel and staged a remarkable comeback to finish on the podium. His aggregate score of 451.4

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Convicted Child Rapist Steven van de Velde Faces Backlash at Paris Olympics

Beach volleyball player Steven van de Velde, convicted of child rape in 2016, has faced intense backlash from spectators during his first two matches at the Paris Olympic Games. The 29-year-old Dutch athlete was met with loud boos each time he served the ball, reflecting the public's outrage

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Afghan Cyclist Fariba Hashimi Defies Taliban, Aims for Olympic Glory

From the depths of Afghanistan's oppressive regime, Fariba Hashimi and her sister Yulduz emerged as beacons of resilience and determination. Their journey, marked by secret cycling races and the indomitable spirit to defy societal norms, culminated in their escape from the Taliban and the pursuit of their Olympic

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Manu Bhaker Finishes Second in 25m Sports Pistol Qualification, Books Olympic Final Berth

Indian pistol shooter Manu Bhaker, aiming for an unprecedented hat-trick of Olympic medals, delivered a stellar performance in the 25m sports pistol event at the ongoing Chateauroux Shooting World Cup on Friday. The 22-year-old sharpshooter, who has already secured two bronze medals in the 10m women's air pistol

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Atlys CEO Pledges Free Visas if Neeraj Chopra Wins Olympic Gold

Atlys CEO Mohak Nahta's recent LinkedIn post has sparked excitement among Indians and visa seekers alike. In a bold move, Nahta pledged to provide free visas to all users if Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic gold medalist in javelin throw, wins gold again at the 2024 Paris

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Indian Rower Balraj Panwar Finishes 23rd in Men's Singles Sculls at Paris 2024 Olympics

Indian rower Balraj Panwar's Olympic debut came to an end with a fifth-place finish in the men's singles sculls final D at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Panwar clocked 7:02.37 to rank fifth in the classification event, finishing 23rd overall. Panwar's journey to

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Indian Athletes Get Portable ACs to Beat Paris Heat

Indian Athletes Receive Portable ACs to Combat Paris Heat Indian athletes competing at the Paris Olympic Games have been provided with 40 portable air conditioners by the country's sports ministry to alleviate the discomfort caused by soaring temperatures and inadequate cooling in their rooms at the Olympic Village.

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India's Men End 52-Year Olympic Hockey Drought with Victory over Australia

Indian men's hockey team made history at the Tokyo Olympics by defeating Australia 3-2 in a thrilling Group B encounter on August 2, marking their first Olympic victory over the Aussies in 52 years. The match began with India dominating the proceedings, with Abhishek scoring a brilliant field

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Childhood Picture Emerges in Imane Khelif Gender Controversy

The controversy surrounding Algerian boxer Imane Khelif has taken a new turn with the emergence of a childhood picture that appears to confirm her female identity. Khelif, who won her first Olympic boxing bout on Thursday, has faced scrutiny over her gender, with the International Boxing Association (IBA) expressing concerns

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India's Historic Archery Journey Ends in Heartbreak

India's historic Olympic archery journey came to a heart-wrenching end as Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara narrowly missed out on a bronze medal, losing 2-6 to the USA's Casey Kaufhold and Brady Ellison. The Indian duo made history by becoming the first archers to reach an

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Guatemalan Adriana Ruano Oliva Wins Historic Olympic Gold in Trap Shooting

Adriana Ruano Oliva's historic triumph at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games has etched her name into the annals of Guatemalan sports history. Her gold medal in the women's trap final marks the nation's first-ever Olympic gold and its second medal overall, following Jean Pierre

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Parul Chaudhary Misses 5000m Final at Paris Olympics, Focus Shifts to Steeplechase

Indian distance runner Parul Chaudhary narrowly missed her national record in the women's 5000m race at the Paris Olympics, finishing 24th overall. Despite her impressive performance, Chaudhary and fellow Indian Ankita Dhyani failed to qualify for the final round. Chaudhary, who holds the national record of 15 minutes

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Arjun Babuta Slams Punjab Government for Lack of Support

Indian shooter Arjun Babuta has expressed disappointment over the lack of support he has received from the Punjab government despite his remarkable achievements in the sport. Babuta, who narrowly missed out on an Olympic medal in the men's 10m Air Rifle event at the recently concluded Paris Olympics,

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Lebrun Brothers: French Table Tennis's Rising Stars

In the heart of Paris, the Lebrun brothers, Felix and Alexis, are making history in French table tennis. Their journey began at a tender age, with Felix's unwavering desire to join his father in the sport. Growing up in a family of paddlers, the brothers were exposed to

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IOC Defends Decision to Allow Boxers with Gender Controversy to Compete in Olympics

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has sparked controversy by allowing Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and Chinese Taipei's Lin Yu-ting to compete in the Paris Olympics despite their disqualification from last year's World Championships due to unspecified gender tests. The decision has raised concerns about fairness and

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Noah Lyles: The American Sprinter Aiming to Surpass Usain Bolt

Noah Lyles, the American sprinter, has emerged as a rising star in the world of athletics. His outspoken nature and unwavering belief in his abilities have made him a captivating figure. Lyles's rise to prominence began at the 2022 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, where he captured three

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Gender Controversy Erupts at Paris Olympics as Boxer's Eligibility Questioned

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's eligibility for the Paris Olympics has sparked a heated debate about gender in sports. The controversy erupted after her Italian opponent, Angela Carini, withdrew from their bout moments after it began. Khelif's eligibility has been questioned since she was disqualified from the

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India's Medal Hopes Shine Bright at Paris Olympics 2024

India's Medal Hopes Soar at Paris Olympics 2024 India's contingent at the Paris Olympics 2024 is poised to make history, with a packed schedule of events and medal prospects. The nation's hopes rest on the shoulders of its athletes, who will compete in archery,

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Kobe Bryant's Locker Fetches Record-Breaking $2.9 Million at Auction

Kobe Bryant's Locker Sells for Record-Breaking $2.9 Million at Sotheby's Auction The legendary locker used by Kobe Bryant throughout his illustrious NBA career has been sold for an astonishing $2.9 million at a Sotheby's auction in New York. The price tag for

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Neutral Athlete Ivan Litvinovich Wins Gold at Paris Olympics

Ivan Litvinovich, a Belarusian athlete competing as a neutral at the Paris Olympics, has become the first to win gold in this capacity. However, his victory will not be reflected in the official medals table. Litvinovich, 23, successfully defended his title in the men's trampoline final, with China&

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Leon Marchand Makes History with Four Golds in Paris

Leon Marchand's "perfect week" culminated in a historic triumph at the Paris Olympics, as he became the first male swimmer since Michael Phelps in 2008 to win four individual gold medals at a single Games. The 22-year-old Frenchman capped off his remarkable performance with an emphatic

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Simone Biles Reclaims Olympic All-Around Gymnastics Title in Paris

American gymnastics legend Simone Biles has once again etched her name in the annals of Olympic history, reclaiming the all-around title at the ongoing Paris Olympics on Friday. The 27-year-old, who previously won gold in the same event at the Rio Olympics in 2016, became the first woman to regain