Formula 1: Monaco Grand Prix to run on calendar until 2035

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Formula 1, on Friday, announced a landmark extension that will keep the Monaco Grand Prix on the calendar until 2035.The deal builds on the existing agreement with the Automobile Club of Monaco, which had been due to run through 2031.Since its first inclusion in F1’s inaugural season in 1950, the Monte Carlo race has stood as the jewel in the crown of the World Championship. The narrow 3.3-kilometre street circuit demands supreme skill and concentration from drivers, wh…

Sports minister Mandaviya launches mascot Jalveer and logo for Asian Aquatics Championship

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) Mansukh Mandaviya, along with officials from the Swimming Federation of India (SFI), here on Friday launched mascot Jalveer and the logo for the forthcoming 11th Asian Aquatics Championship Ahmedabad 2025. Monal Chokshi, secretary general of SFI, Virendra Nanavati, senior vice president of SFI, and VPs Anil Vyas, Rajkumar Gupta, Anil Khatri were also in attendance.The 11th edition of the continental event will be held from Septe…

Tapped into some different things to perform straightaway in ODI WC, says Molineux

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Melbourne, Sep 5 (IANS) Australia’s left-arm spinner Sophie Molineux said she is confident in her different way of preparing and making a direct return to international action in the upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup.On Friday, Sophie was named in Australia’s 15-player squad for the upcoming ODI World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. But she’s unlikely to feature in the preceding three-match ODI series against India, starting from September 14. The left-arm spinner has been in recovery from the …

Want to milk my body as much as I can for playing Test cricket: Starc

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Sydney, Sep 5 (IANS) Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc said his recent decision to retire from T20Is was aimed at preserving his body for Test cricket. He also revealed that he considered giving up one of the two white-ball formats but opted to continue in ODIs with an eye on playing the 2027 World Cup. Starc, who made his T20 international debut in 2012, announced his retirement from the shorter format last week to extend his Test career and set his sights on the 2027 ODI World Cup.”For lack…

'All my dreams came true': Ederson bids farewell to Man City

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Ederson has admitted it is hard to say goodbye to Manchester City. The Brazilian brought his eight-year stay with the Blues to an end by joining Fenerbahce on transfer deadline day. After finalising his move to Turkey, he then flew back to Manchester to say goodbye properly to teammates, staff and friends.One of City’s most popular goalkeepers of all time, Ederson, says the success the club enjoyed during his stay is a fitting testimony to his time at the Etihad.“Six Pr…

John Stones withdraws from England squad as precautionary measure

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) John Stones has withdrawn from the England squad as a precautionary measure. The City defender, in his tenth season with the Club, has featured in all three of Man City’s Premier League fixtures so far. He was selected for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia. England boss Thomas Tuchel revealed the news at his press conference.“Unfortunately, John Stones [has] just left. He came with minor muscle issues to camp and didn’t progress the way we t…

Hockey Asia cup: India women kickstart campaign with thumping win over Thailand

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Hangzhou, Sep 5 (IANS) The Indian women’s hockey team launched their Asia Cup 2025 journey in a dominating way as they defeated Thailand with a commanding scoreline of 11-0 in their Pool B fixture here on Friday. Mumtaz Khan (7′, 49′), Udita (30′, 52′) and Beauty Dung Dung (45′, 54′) scored two goals apiece for India while Sangita Kumari (10′), Navneet Kaur (16′), Lalremsiami (18′), Sharmila Devi (57′) and Rutuja Dadaso Pisal (60′) also featured on the scoresheet.India asserted their dominance e…

Praveen Kumar has not applied for BCCI senior selection panel: Sources

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Former India pacer Praveen Kumar has not applied for a position in the BCCI senior men’s selection panel, sources close to the bowler told IANS on Friday. There were earlier reports suggesting that Praveen had applied for one of the two advertised spots in the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee, whose application deadline ends on September 10.Praveen, who represented India in six Tests, 68 ODIs and 10 T20Is between 2007 and 2012, picked up 112 international wickets. H…

Exposure to SA20 helped youngsters get ready for the big stage: Graeme Smith

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) With South Africa’s youngsters shining in series wins over Australia and England, SA20 League Commissioner Graeme Smith believes the league has helped the young guns perform at a high level when called up to the international stage. South Africa registered a five-run win over England in the 2nd ODI to seal the series victory. Matthew Breetzke became the first South African player to score 50+ scores in his first five ODI outings for the nation, showcasing a positive tre…

India’s first-ever 5150 Triathlon launched in Chennai

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Chennai, Sep 5 (IANS) Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Udhayanidhi Stalin on Friday launched the country’s first-ever 5150 Triathlon Chennai under the prestigious IRONMAN brand. Scheduled for January 11, the race will be held at the MGM Beach Resort, East Coast Road.The Chennai launch builds on IRONMAN’s expanding footprint in India, which began with the debut of IRONMAN 70.3 Goa in 2019. Over the years, Goa has grown into the nation’s triathlon capital, drawing over 1,200 athletes from…