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On May 24, 2025, Kush Maini made history by becoming the first Indian to win a Formula 2 race, securing victory in the Sprint Race at the Monaco Grand Prix. Driving for the Dams Lucas Oil team, Maini led all 30 laps from pole position, demonstrating exceptional skill on the tight Monaco street circuit. This victory is considered a breakthrough for Indian motorsport and highlights the growing presence of Indian drivers on the global racing stage. Maini, who is also a reserve driver for the BWT Alpine F1 team, is backed by JK Racing and TVS Racing and has become an inspiration for aspiring racers across India.

Tejaswani secured the gold medal in the women’s 25m pistol event at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 held in Suhl, Germany. She achieved a score of 31 in the final round, which featured eight competitors. Her victory played a crucial role in maintaining India’s top position on the medal tally, which included a total of 11 medals—three gold, four silver, and four bronze. Tejaswani’s performance highlights India’s growing strength and consistency in shooting sports at the junior level, showcasing the depth of talent being developed through structured training and international exposure.

Nicusor Dan, a 55-year-old independent candidate, became the President of Romania after securing 53.6% of the votes in the presidential runoff election. He defeated George Simion, who led the Alliance for the Union of Romanians. Dan took over the role from interim President Ilie Bolojan. His victory marks a significant political development in Romania, a southeastern European nation known for its historical regions and strategic importance. The election result reflects a shift in Romanian political sentiment, favouring a candidate outside the traditional party system, and positions Nicusor Dan as a key figure in the country’s future leadership.

Novak Djokovic achieved a major milestone in his tennis career by securing his 100th ATP singles title. He accomplished this feat at the Geneva Open, where he triumphed over Poland’s Hubert Hurkacz in the Men’s Singles final. At 38 years old, Djokovic joins an elite group of players in the Open era who have reached 100 ATP titles, placing him alongside tennis legends Jimmy Connors, who holds 109 titles, and Roger Federer, with 103. This historic victory not only underscores Djokovic’s longevity and dominance in the sport but also further cements his legacy as one of the greatest players in tennis history.

At the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 held in Suhl, Germany, Shambhavi Shravan Kshirsagar delivered an outstanding performance to win the gold medal in the women’s 10-meter air rifle event. Her victory brought significant recognition to India's junior shooting contingent. Compatriot Ojasvi Thakur also showcased her skills by securing the silver medal in the same category. The Indian shooters continued to excel across various events, with Naraen Pranav Vanitha Suresh winning bronze in the men’s 10-meter air rifle, and Mukesh Nelavalli clinching bronze in the men’s 25-meter rapid-fire pistol, underlining India’s growing dominance in the sport at the junior level.