Current Affairs - Sports

India clinched the Women's Junior Asia Cup 2024 in hockey by defeating China in a penalty shootout with a score of 3-2 in Muscat, Oman. Key contributors to the victory included goalkeeper Nidhi with three saves and goals by Sakshi Rana, Ishika, and Sunelita Toppo. The match ended in a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Additionally, Deepika Sehrawat stood out as the tournament's top scorer with 12 goals, and Hockey India announced rewards for the players and staff to celebrate the achievement.

Rithvik Sanjeevi secured his maiden BWF Super 100 title by defeating Tharun Mannepalli in the men’s singles final at the Odisha Masters with a score of 21-18, 21-16. This win marks a significant achievement for Rithvik, as it is his first major title at this level. He has previously demonstrated his talent by winning the Telangana International Challenge and finishing as a runner-up at the Sri Lanka International Challenge.

The ice events of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025 will be held in Leh, Ladakh, from January 23 to 27, 2025. Leh is one of the host locations for the event, while snow events will take place in Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir. The Khelo India Winter Games focus on promoting winter sports and providing a platform for young athletes to showcase their skills, especially those from remote Himalayan regions. This event continues to be an important fixture in India's sports calendar.

Saudi Arabia has been selected to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup, making it the first time the tournament will be held in the Middle East since Qatar hosted it in 2022. This decision marks a significant step for Saudi Arabia in the world of international sports. The 2034 World Cup will follow the 2026 edition, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and the 2030 tournament, which will be hosted by Morocco, Portugal, and Spain.

Japan won the 20th Asian Women’s Handball Championship on December 10, 2024, by defeating South Korea 25-24 in a thrilling final. This victory marked Japan's second-ever championship title, with their first win dating back to 2004. The match, held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in New Delhi, was significant as Japan broke South Korea’s seven-year winning streak in the tournament. Key players like Miyuki Nakayama and Yuki Tanaka played pivotal roles in Japan’s victory, ensuring their triumph in this historic final.