Formula 1: Norris pips Leclerc and Sainz to top second practice at Monza

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Monza (Italy), Sep 5 (IANS) Lando Norris was really quick as he topped the timesheets during the second free practice session for the Italian Grand Prix on Friday, leading the way from Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Williams’ Carlos Sainz.Hamilton ended fifth behind Oscar Piastri as Norris led the way.All 20 cars were quick to emerge from their garages when the green light switched on at the end of the pit lane, with Piastri reclaiming his McLaren from F2 racer Alex Dunne and Franco Colapinto…

Hockey India felicitates Vandana Katariya and Lalit Upadhyay for their stellar careers

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Rajgir (Bihar), Sep 5 (IANS) Hockey India today felicitated two stalwarts of Indian Hockey – former women’s hockey team forward Vandana Katariya and former Indian men’s hockey team forward Lalit Kumar Upadhyay – for their outstanding contributions to the sport. Both players had recently announced their retirements from international hockey, marking the end of two illustrious careers that inspired a generation of players and fans alike.The felicitation took place in Rajgir on the sideline…

PKL 12: U Mumba’s Ajit Chouhan, defense script dominating win over Bengaluru Bulls

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Visakhapatnam, Sep 5 (IANS) U Mumba were on a roll against the Bengaluru Bulls as they showed their dominance for a 48-28 win at the Vishwanadh Sports Club here on Friday. It was an all-round performance led by their skipper Sunil Kumar, while Rinku scored a High Five and the mighty Ajit Chouhan registered a Super 10, including a six-point raid.Bengaluru Bulls opened the game with the first raid, but it was U Mumba who struck first with a successful raid, followed by a strong tackle to go 2-0 up…

Sam Curran returns to England T20I squad; Ben Duckett handed rest

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London, Sep 5 (IANS) England have recalled all-rounder Sam Curran for their upcoming T20I series against South Africa and Ireland, while giving Ben Duckett an additional week of rest after his dramatic dip in form.Curran, who has not played for England in any format this year or under coach Brendon McCullum, returns on the back of prolific domestic performances. Across 24 appearances in the T20 Blast and the Hundred this summer, he scored 603 runs at a strike rate of 154.21 and claimed 33 wicket…

Haryana leads Indian contingent with 31 athletes for World Para Athletics Championships 2025

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) India on Friday announced a strong and diverse contingent of para-athletes from across the country who have qualified for the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, set to take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, from September 27 to October 5, 2025.Led by star javelin thrower and two-time Paralympic gold medallist Sumit Antil, the team features a powerful blend of experienced medallists and emerging talent. The squad boasts illustrious names such as Prave…

India eyes big step in AFC U23 Asian Cup Qualifiers against hosts Qatar

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Doha (Qatar), Sep 5 (IANS) After beginning their AFC U23 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers campaign with a solid 2-0 win over Bahrain, the Indian men’s U23 team will now face hosts Qatar in their second Group H match on Saturday, at the Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium.The Blue Colts are aiming to create history by qualifying for the AFC U23 Asian Cup for the first time. With the group winners assured of a direct ticket to Saudi Arabia 2026 and only four best second-placed sides across all 11 groups joini…

Gavaskar suggests India may play Kuldeep at eight instead of extending batting line-up

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New Delhi, Sep 5 (IANS) Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar has suggested India may opt to play left-arm wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav at number eight in their playing eleven for the upcoming Men’s T20 Asia Cup, rather than extending their batting line-up. As per India’s squad captained by Suryakumar Yadav, they have covered every base, but who plays at number eight – a bowler who can provide some lofty boundary hitting – is still a mystery.Ahead of their first Group A game against UAE in …

PGTI NEXGEN returns to Lucknow Golf Club after seven years

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Lucknow, Sep 5 (IANS) The seventh event of the 2025 Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI) NEXGEN season will be the PGTI NEXGEN Lucknow, which will be played at the Lucknow Golf Club from September 9–11.The tournament offers a prize purse of INR 20 lakh and marks the return of professional golf and the PGTI to Lucknow Golf Club after seven years. The event will be played over three rounds (54 holes) with the cut being applied after two rounds (36 holes). The top-36 players and ties will make …

Subroto Cup Sub-Jr Boys: West Bengal and CISCE record commanding victories on Day Two

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Mumbai, Sep 5 (IANS) The second day of the Sub-Junior Boys (U-15) category of the 64th Subroto Cup International Football Tournament witnessed a mix of high-scoring encounters and hard-fought draws.Minerva Public School, CISCE vs Tashi Namgyal Academy, IPSCThe day began with Minerva Public School (CISCE) producing a dominant display, defeating Tashi Namgyal Academy (IPSC) 16-0. Mamesh led the charge with seven goals (1’, 11’, 16’, 21’, 24’, 28’, 39’), supported by Mahesh (13’, 14…

Formula 1: Daniel Ricciardo named global ambassador for Ford racing

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London, Sep 5 (IANS) Former Formula 1 star Daniel Ricciardo has revealed his next career move, joining Ford Racing as a global ambassador after stepping away from the grid last season. Ricciardo, an eight-time Grand Prix winner, had kept a low profile since losing his F1 seat after the 2024 Singapore Grand Prix. He recently admitted he was on “a bit of self-exploration” while “trying to figure out who I am” beyond racing.On Friday, the 35-year-old confirmed his new role with Ford Racing …