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Formula E Return to India in 2025 Unlikely, Says CEO

Formula E Return to India in 2025 Unlikely, Says CEO

By April 26, 2024 0

Formula E’s return to India remains uncertain, with CEO Jeff Dodds expressing doubts about a race in 2025. Despite the cancellation of the 2024 Hyderabad E-Prix, Dodds acknowledged India’s importance as a core market for the electric car racing series.

However, Dodds emphasized the challenges of finding a suitable location and securing a circuit in time for next year’s season. He stated that while it’s not impossible, it’s unlikely that Formula E will return to India in 2025.

Formula E’s debut in India in 2023 was marred by construction delays and complaints from drivers. Despite these issues, the series initially planned to hold a second race in Hyderabad in 2024. However, the race was canceled due to alleged contract breaches by the Telangana government.

Dodds confirmed that Formula E is in discussions with other Indian cities, including the possibility of racing on a purpose-built circuit. He highlighted the significant Indian involvement in the championship, with Mahindra as the only Indian manufacturer and Jaguar Racing having ties to Tata Motors.

Despite the setbacks, Dodds expressed optimism about Formula E’s future in India. He emphasized the series’ commitment to exploring locations and returning to the country in the future.

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Hockey Olympians Guide Young Players at Coaching Camp

Hockey Olympians Guide Young Players at Coaching Camp

By April 26, 2024 0

Hockey Olympians Rupinderpal Singh and Adrian D’Souza Share Insights at Coaching Camp

Former Indian hockey goalkeeper Adrian D’Souza and penalty corner specialist Rupinderpal Singh recently conducted a coaching camp in Chennai, organized by Hockey India. The camp aimed to identify and groom promising young players under the age of 19.

D’Souza, who represented India at the 2004 Athens Olympics, emphasized the importance of proper technique and strategy in penalty corner defense. He shared his expertise with the young goalkeepers, guiding them on how to effectively guard the goal and anticipate shots.

Rupinderpal Singh, a key member of the Indian team that won the bronze medal at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, focused on the nuances of drag flicks. He demonstrated the technique and provided valuable tips to the players on how to generate power and accuracy in their shots.

The Olympians also discussed the challenges faced by the Indian men’s hockey team in recent international matches, particularly the 0-5 whitewash in the Test series against Australia. They highlighted the need for improved penalty corner defense and a greater emphasis on scoring field goals.

D’Souza expressed concern about India’s performance in Perth, Australia, where the team has historically struggled. He emphasized the importance of finding new rushers to complement the likes of Manpreet Singh and Amit Rohidas.

Rupinderpal Singh stressed the importance of team effort and camaraderie in hockey. He believes that if these aspects are present, any team can overcome adversity. He also pointed out that the team has ample time to prepare for the Paris Olympics, unlike the Tokyo Games where practice matches were limited due to COVID-19 restrictions.

Adrian D’Souza cautioned against underestimating Australia’s counter-attacking abilities. He believes that the Australian team can quickly convert defensive opportunities into goalscoring chances. He also emphasized the need for India to convert the limited penalty corners they get in international matches.

Both Olympians expressed optimism about India’s chances of winning a medal at the Paris Olympics. They believe that the team has the potential to succeed if they remain consistent and play as a unit.

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Indian Prodigy Gukesh D Breaks Kasparov's Record, Eyes World Championship

Indian Prodigy Gukesh D Breaks Kasparov’s Record, Eyes World Championship

By April 26, 2024 0

Garry Kasparov, the youngest-ever world champion at 22, could see his record being smashed later this year. Indian prodigy Gukesh D, just 17 years old, has already broken Kasparov’s youngest-ever Candidates winner record.

Kasparov himself acknowledged Gukesh’s remarkable achievement, writing on social media: “The Indian earthquake in Toronto is the culmination of the shifting tectonic plates in the chess world as the 17-year-old Gukesh D will face the Chinese champion Ding Liren for the highest title. The ‘children’ of Vishy Anand are on the loose!”

Gukesh’s victory in the Candidates Tournament has sent shockwaves through the chess world. He is the youngest player to ever qualify for the Candidates, and his performance has been nothing short of sensational. In the tournament, he defeated some of the world’s top players, including former world champion Fabiano Caruana and current world number two Ian Nepomniachtchi.

Gukesh’s success is a testament to the rising tide of young talent in chess. In recent years, we have seen a number of teenagers emerge as serious contenders for the world championship. This is due in part to the increasing popularity of chess online, which has allowed young players to gain experience and compete against top players from around the world.

If Gukesh can continue his meteoric rise, he could become the youngest-ever world champion. He is already one of the most talented players in the world, and he has the potential to achieve great things.

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Mike Trout Reaches 10 Home Runs, Seeks Consistency at Plate

Mike Trout Reaches 10 Home Runs, Seeks Consistency at Plate

By April 26, 2024 0

Mike Trout, the Los Angeles Angels’ star outfielder, has reached a significant milestone by becoming the first player in the major leagues this season to hit 10 home runs. However, despite this impressive feat, Trout is still seeking consistency at the plate.

Trout’s solo home run in the sixth inning of Wednesday’s loss to Baltimore marked the third time since 2018 that he has been the first to reach double digits in homers. It also extended his streak of hitting multiple home runs in a game to two.

However, Trout’s overall batting average remains a concern. He is currently batting .237, which is on pace to be the lowest average he has recorded in May during his 14-year career. This is a significant departure from his performance in the past three seasons, when he averaged .347 in March and April.

“Some of the at-bats I feel really good and some of the at-bats just trying to figure some stuff out,” Trout said after Wednesday’s game. “I’m just trying to put a full game together.”

Trout’s struggles have coincided with a downturn in the Angels’ fortunes. After a promising 7-6 start, they have lost nine of their last 12 games. Manager Ron Washington has been experimenting with his lineup, including moving Trout up to the leadoff spot.

“Mike is only human, he can have off times just like everyone else,” Washington said. “I thought if I can put him up there and he can give us a swing of the bat like he did Tuesday night, I’m not looking for that every night, but he has the capability to give us a run when swinging the bat.”

Trout remains optimistic despite the team’s recent struggles. He believes that the Angels have the potential to turn things around, especially with a young and talented roster.

“I think the mindset is keep coming and working, things will turn. Guys are battling, it’s just not going our way right now,” Trout said. “We’re going to be in different situations every night and we learn from it. Things will turn.”

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Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour Faces Setback in India Due to Lack of Support

Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour Faces Setback in India Due to Lack of Support

By April 26, 2024 0

German entrepreneur Jan Henric Buettner’s plans to host the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour in India have been put on hold due to a lack of local support. Buettner, who co-founded the tour with world No. 1 Magnus Carlsen, had intended to visit India last week to secure sponsors and finalize a venue for the November event. However, he was met with limited interest from potential investors.

“The only ones interested (in India) were those who wanted me to invest a couple of hundred thousand into their hotel,” Buettner told HT. “It’s good as part of the plan. But if it’s only that, then I’d rather host the next event again, in my resort (Weisenhaus, Germany).”

Buettner emphasized that he is only willing to host events outside of Germany if there is significant financial support from local investors. “I’m not going to go to another country and spend millions of dollars just to do an on-site event there,” he said. “I have invested $2 million into this already, and I’m willing to keep investing but only if it makes sense.”

The inaugural edition of the Freestyle Chess GOAT challenge, held in Weisenhaus in February, was a success, with Carlsen emerging victorious. The tournament featured a unique format known as chess960 (Fischer Random), where the starting position of the pieces is randomized. Carlsen has expressed a strong preference for this format and skipped the Tata Steel event in Wijk Aan Zee to participate in Weisenhaus.

Buettner is now exploring alternative locations for the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour, including New York and Cape Town. He is also in discussions with Netflix for a series on freestyle chess. “We are having lots of talks with people in America and Africa,” he said. “If we get funding we’ll go ahead with an event this year. Maybe it will take a bit more time to have it in India. It might be good for next year.”

Buettner stressed that the success of the Freestyle Chess Grand Slam Tour depends on securing investors who are willing to share the financial burden. “I started this together with Magnus and we said we’d do this one event and see how it goes,” he said. “Wesisenhaus went extremely well and then we got all excited and said we’ll do it again and it seemed like there was a lot of interest from other countries. But I kind of misunderstood it perhaps. The interest was from other parties for me spending my money over there. That’s not my interest.”

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D Gukesh: Inspired by Dhoni and Djokovic's Resilience

D Gukesh: Inspired by Dhoni and Djokovic’s Resilience

By April 25, 2024 0

India’s chess prodigy, D Gukesh, has emerged as a global sensation after becoming the youngest-ever challenger to the world title. Inspired by the resilience of MS Dhoni and Novak Djokovic under pressure, Gukesh attributes his success to their unwavering mental fortitude.

At just 17, Gukesh shattered Garry Kasparov’s 40-year-old record by winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto. This historic triumph grants him the opportunity to face reigning world champion Ding Liren of China later this year.

Gukesh’s admiration for Dhoni and Djokovic stems from their ability to perform at their peak under intense scrutiny. “They are big-game players who always come out on top and bring out their best when needed,” he said. “That’s why I’m attracted to them.”

While Dhoni led India to two World Cup victories and five IPL titles, Djokovic has amassed a record 24 Grand Slam titles. Gukesh also draws inspiration from Magnus Carlsen, the five-time world champion who recently forfeited his qualification spot for 2024.

“There are a lot of things you can learn from him,” Gukesh said of Carlsen. “Not just chess, but also the mental attitude. He has one of the best mentalities in the world in any sport.”

Despite the inherent nervousness associated with chess, Gukesh believes that experience helps players manage their emotions. “We all get nervous, but with experience, we all learn how to deal with it,” he said.

Gukesh is eagerly anticipating his clash with Ding Liren and is confident in his preparations. The All India Chess Federation is exploring the possibility of hosting the world title contest in India.

Kasparov, a legendary chess player, praised Gukesh’s achievement, calling him “the Indian earthquake in Toronto.” Gukesh expressed his gratitude for the recognition, saying, “Kasparov is one of my heroes, and to get a huge compliment from him means a lot.”

Beyond chess, Gukesh is an avid sports enthusiast, particularly enjoying tennis. “I like to play some sports, and generally, I am just in love with sports,” he said.

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India's Cycling Hopes Soar with French Coach and Talented Youngsters

India’s Cycling Hopes Soar with French Coach and Talented Youngsters

By April 25, 2024 0

India’s cycling aspirations for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics rest heavily on the expertise of French coach Kevin Sireau and a promising group of young cyclists who have already made their mark on the Asian and world junior circuits.

Sireau, a two-time Olympic medalist, joined the Cycling Federation of India (CFI) in January and has quickly recognized the potential of India’s cycling ecosystem. Under his guidance, the Indian quartet of Esow Alben, L Ronaldo Singh, Y Rojit Singh, and Jemsh Singh, who won a historic gold medal at the 2019 World Junior Track Cycling Championship, are now aiming for the Olympic podium.

Ronaldo also became the first Indian to win an individual silver medal in the men’s sprint race at the 2022 Asian Track Cycling Championship. India’s strong performance at the Asian meet, where they won nine gold medals, further boosted their confidence.

Sireau believes that India has the talent to succeed at the highest level. “In a big country like India, I believe we have many future talents,” he said. “These guys have just started by winning the junior worlds. Now they are in the senior category and if they have to finish on the Olympic podium, a very high level has to be achieved.”

The Indian team has shown signs of improvement under Sireau’s guidance, clocking a personal best of 44.451 seconds in the Asian Track Cycling Championship sprint race. While they are still behind the Olympic record of 41.369 seconds, they are not far from Australia’s fourth-best time of 44.013 seconds.

“This year our target is the world championships in October,” said Sireau. “We are driving all energies in that direction. I have discussed the roadmap for LA 2028 with CFI and doing things step by step. In the next three-four years you will see a big difference, I promise.”

Asian Cycling Confederation secretary general Onkar Singh is confident in Sireau’s abilities. “From 149th rank to Category 1 in juniors in four years’ time, speaks for itself,” he said. “We are lucky to have a person like Kevin.”

Cyclist Rojit, who is supported by the government’s Target Olympic Podium Scheme, praised Sireau’s impact. “There has been a lot of difference since Kevin sir joined the team,” he said. “He has changed how we train, what we eat and how we plan recovery. He has brought a new discipline and I am very happy for being able to learn from him.”

With Sireau’s guidance and the determination of its young cyclists, India’s cycling program is poised for success in the years leading up to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

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Indian Archers Secure Medal at Archery World Cup Stage 1

Indian Archers Secure Medal at Archery World Cup Stage 1

By April 25, 2024 0

Shanghai, China – The Indian archery trio of Tarundeep Rai, Dhiraj Bommadevara, and Pravin Jadhav have secured a medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 1 after reaching the men’s recurve final on Thursday.

The Indian team, seeded second behind reigning world and Olympic champions South Korea, displayed their dominance by defeating Italy 5-1 in the semifinals without dropping a set. They will now face the top-seeded Korean trio of Kim Woojin, Lee Woo Seok, and Kim Je Deok in the gold medal match on Sunday.

The Korean trio, who won gold at the Tokyo Olympics, defeated Chinese Taipei’s Tan Chih-Chun, Lin Zih-Siang, and Tai Yu-Hsuan in straight sets 6-0 in the other semifinal.

Earlier, the Indians received a first-round bye in the season-opening tournament. They overcame a first-set deficit to beat 15th-seeded Indonesia 5-3 in their opening clash. They then showcased their prowess against seventh-seeded Spain, dropping just one point in the first set before cruising to a 5-1 victory to reach the semifinals.

Meanwhile, the Indian women’s team of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Bhajan Kaur, ranked sixth in the qualifiers, had a disappointing performance. They lost a 3-1 lead to Mexico in their opening clash. After receiving a bye in the first round, the Indian women’s team held a 3-1 lead in the second set. However, their scores were below par, and they lost 3-5. They hit twice in the red ring 7 in the opening set, dropped down to the sixth ring in the third set, and managed two eights in the final set.

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Indian Prodigy D Gukesh Becomes Youngest World Title Challenger

Indian Prodigy D Gukesh Becomes Youngest World Title Challenger

By April 25, 2024 0

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh has etched his name in history as the youngest challenger to the world title after his triumph at the prestigious Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto. The 17-year-old is the first Indian since the legendary Viswanathan Anand to win the tournament, a testament to his exceptional talent and unwavering determination.

Gukesh’s father, Dr. Rajinikanth, a surgeon by profession, made a bold decision to quit his practice to support his son’s chess aspirations. This risky move, initially met with opposition from family, has now borne fruit. “It was a tense moment as the game was fluctuating,” Rajinikanth recalled about the decisive tie. “We were not sure about the result and felt that he should better prepare for the tiebreaks next day.”

However, fate had a different plan. The organizer informed Rajinikanth that the match was over, much to their surprise. “There was a 15-minute delay in broadcast so we weren’t aware of the situation,” he added.

Gukesh’s victory has not only brought him international acclaim but has also inspired young chess players in Tamil Nadu. The legendary Viswanathan Anand, a role model for Gukesh, has played a significant role in fostering the chess culture in the state.

Upon his return from Toronto, Gukesh received a rousing reception from fans at the Chennai airport. Hundreds of students from his school, Velammal Vidyalaya, lined up to greet the champion. “I feel very happy for this homecoming, this is a special achievement,” Gukesh said. “I was in a good space since the beginning of the tournament, I had full confidence that I will emerge top in this tournament and luck was on my side as well.”

Gukesh’s triumph is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and the unwavering support of his family and coaches. It is a moment of pride for India and a beacon of inspiration for aspiring chess players around the world.

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Royals Bounce Back with 3-2 Win over Blue Jays

Royals Bounce Back with 3-2 Win over Blue Jays

By April 25, 2024 0

The Kansas City Royals emerged victorious in their Wednesday night clash against the Toronto Blue Jays, securing a 3-2 victory at Kauffman Stadium. The Royals’ triumph was fueled by a solid pitching performance and timely hitting, bouncing back from their loss in the series opener.

Alec Marsh, the Royals’ starting pitcher, showcased his dominance, allowing only two hits in 4.1 innings before exiting the game due to a line drive off his forearm. Four relievers, including John Schreiber and James McArthur, stepped up to complete the six-hitter, limiting the Blue Jays’ offensive output.

The Royals’ offense got off to a strong start, capitalizing on walks by Blue Jays starter Yariel Rodríguez. Maikel Garcia and Salvador Perez delivered key hits to drive in runs, giving Kansas City an early 2-0 lead.

In the second inning, Kyle Isbel’s double and a misplay by Addison Barger allowed Garcia to single in another run, extending the Royals’ advantage to 3-0.

The Blue Jays managed to get on the board in the fifth inning when George Springer connected for a solo home run off reliever Angel Zerpa. Toronto further chipped away at the deficit in the sixth inning with an RBI groundout from Ernie Clement, narrowing the gap to 3-2.

However, the Royals’ bullpen held firm, preventing the Blue Jays from tying or taking the lead. Schreiber earned the win in relief, while McArthur secured his sixth save of the season.

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