World No. 1 Jannik Sinner created history at the Italian Open after recording his 32nd consecutive ATP Masters 1000 victory, surpassing a long-standing record previously held by Novak Djokovic. Sinner achieved the milestone with a commanding 6-2, 6-4 victory over Andrey Rublev to advance to the semi-finals in Rome. The Italian star has been in remarkable form throughout the 2026 season, winning several major Masters 1000 tournaments and strengthening his position at the top of world tennis. His latest triumph in Rome further cemented his status as one of the sport’s dominant players and
Indian weightlifter Gyaneshwari Yadav delivered an impressive performance at the Asian Weightlifting Championships 2026 in Gandhinagar by winning a bronze medal and adding to India’s growing success in the sport. Competing in the women’s 53kg category, Yadav showcased consistency and strength against some of Asia’s top lifters. According to reports, the Indian athlete secured a silver medal in the snatch section before claiming an overall bronze medal with a combined lift of 194 kg. Her performance made her one of India’s standout athletes at the continental championship and contin
India scripted history at the 10th Sanda World Cup in Macau by securing a landmark gold medal, marking one of the country’s finest achievements in international combat sports. The victory highlighted India’s growing presence in wushu and sanda competitions, where athletes have increasingly delivered strong performances against established Asian powerhouses. The tournament brought together elite fighters from several countries, with competitors battling across multiple weight categories. India’s gold medal performance demonstrated technical excellence, discipline and tactical strength
Indian batting star Virat Kohli achieved another historic milestone in T20 cricket by becoming the fastest batter in the world to score 14,000 runs in the format. Kohli surpassed the previous record held by Chris Gayle, reaching the landmark in just 409 innings compared to Gayle’s 423 innings. With the achievement, Kohli also became the first Indian cricketer and only the sixth player overall to cross the 14,000-run mark in T20 cricket. The record further strengthens his reputation as one of the most consistent performers in the shortest format of the game. Cricket fans and analysts wide
Chennai Super Kings batter Urvil Patel created history in the Indian Premier League by smashing a sensational 13-ball half-century, equalling the fastest fifty ever recorded in the tournament. Patel achieved the feat during Chennai’s match against Lucknow Super Giants, producing an explosive innings filled with boundaries and aggressive stroke play. With the knock, Patel surpassed a long-standing franchise record previously held by Suresh Raina. His innings provided Chennai with a rapid start and played a crucial role in the team’s successful chase. Cricket fans and experts praised the
Indian shooter Shiva Narwal won the gold medal in the men’s 10m air pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup, delivering an impressive performance on the opening day of the competition in Cairo. Narwal, an Asian Games medallist and former mixed team world champion, showcased consistency and accuracy throughout the final to finish at the top of the podium. The gold medal marked India’s first top finish at the tournament and highlighted the country’s growing dominance in shooting at the junior level. Narwal’s comeback was particularly significant as he returned to major internationa
India’s women’s recurve archery team scripted a memorable victory at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 after clinching the gold medal in a thrilling final. The Indian trio of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat and Kumkum Mohod displayed remarkable composure and teamwork to defeat their opponents in the summit clash. The victory marked India’s first medal in the recurve category at the tournament and added another major achievement to the country’s growing success in international archery. Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya congratulated the team on social media, praising the players fo
Actor and fitness icon Milind Soman has completed a remarkable open-water swim across the Strait of Gibraltar, covering nearly 15 kilometers from Europe to Africa at the age of 60. The achievement has drawn widespread admiration due to the extreme physical and mental demands associated with one of the world’s most challenging sea crossings. The Strait of Gibraltar, which separates Spain and Morocco, is known for powerful currents, rapidly changing weather conditions, and heavy marine traffic. Experts describe the route as one of the toughest endurance swims globally. Soman shared details
India’s women’s recurve archery team scripted history by defeating South Korea 5-1 in the semifinals of the Archery World Cup Stage 2 in Shanghai. The Indian trio of Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and teenage archer Kumkum Mohod produced one of the country’s biggest wins in international archery by overcoming the dominant Korean side, considered the strongest team in the sport. The victory marked only the fourth time India has defeated South Korea in women’s recurve team competition at the World Cup level. India advanced to the final after earlier defeating Uzbekistan and edging pa
Two-time Olympic champion Jade Carey is set to return to competitive gymnastics at the upcoming American Classic, marking her first appearance in over a year. The announcement has generated excitement among gymnastics fans as Carey prepares to resume competition following an extended break from the sport. Carey, who won Olympic gold on floor exercise and has been one of the leading figures in American gymnastics, reportedly confirmed her participation through comments shared by gymnastics media outlets and Olympics-related coverage. According to reports, the American Classic is scheduled f