Responding to Outlook's questions, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry's sports committee chair PKSV Sagar addresses the economics of hosting marquee events like the Olympics, and talks about the investment needed in non-cricket sports and athletes
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Stand-in Australia captain Steve Smith had earlier made fun of former England spinner Monty Panesar, saying that anyone who thought "Athens is in Germany" or "Oliver Twist is a season" should not be taken seriously. It all began when Panesar said travelling fans and media should attack Smith over his role in the Sandpapergate scandal
Rewriting Global Football History: The road to the FIFA World Cup 2026 Finals has already delivered seismic shifts in the global football landscape. With the showpiece expanding to 48 teams, tiny nations like Curacao and Cape Verde have seized the moment to make history, while traditional powerhouses like Italy are left clinging to playoff hopes. Here's a recap with key talking points
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Here is your comprehensive guide for the 31st Sultan Azlan Shah Hockey Cup, to be held in Ipoh, Malaysia, from November 23 to 30: match dates, tournament format, India preview and live streaming information
Roger Federer was the only candidate to receive enough support in the player category for the Rhode Island-based International Tennis Hall of Fame's class of 2026
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Atiqa Mir made history in the Formula 1 Academy-backed COTFA UAE Karting Series by becoming the first female to clinch pole position in the mini class
Hosts India finished with at least one medal in each of the 20 weight categories, signing off from the World Boxing Cup Finals with nine gold, six silver and five bronze medals













































