Current Affairs - Sports

The Indian Olympic Association has taken the first formal step towards hosting the Olympics in India by submitting a 'Letter of Intent' to the International Olympic Committee's Future Host Commission. The proposed year for hosting the Games is 2036, which is expected to bring significant economic growth, social progress, and empowerment to India's youth. This move demonstrates India's ambition to host a mega global event, showcasing its capabilities and potential. Hosting the Olympics in 2036 would be a historic milestone for India, promoting sports development and national pride.

The inaugural U19 World Boxing Championships, organized by World Boxing, took place in Colorado, USA, at the Pueblo Convention Center from October 25 to November 5, 2024. This international event brought together talented young boxers from around the world, with India delivering an impressive performance, securing 17 medals, including three gold medals won by Parthavi Grewal, Vanshika Goswami, and Hemant Sangwan. The championships provided a platform for emerging boxers to showcase their skills and demonstrate their potential for future success in the sport.

Atanu Das's bronze medal win at the Swiss Open Indoor Archery marks a significant achievement for Indian archery. Held in Switzerland, the competition saw Das defeat local favourite Thomas Rufer 6-4 in the Recurve Men's Bronze match. Das's victory demonstrates India's growing presence in international archery. Although he fell short against France's Romain Fichet in the semifinals, Das's bronze medal finish alongside Italy's Alessandro Paoli's gold and Fichet's silver underscores the intense competition in the sport. This win sets the stage for India's archers to make a strong showing in the upcoming 2025 season.

The Asian Arm Wrestling Cup 2024 took place at the Aurika Skycity Hotel in Mumbai, where India secured a commendable runner-up position in the overall team standings. The Indian team finished second in the medal tally, only behind Kazakhstan, the top-ranking nation in arm wrestling. The event saw participation from nine countries, competing in six categories and various weight divisions. Mumbai hosted this prestigious arm wrestling tournament, showcasing India's growing presence in the sport.

India secured the bronze medal in the Sultan of Johor Cup Junior Hockey tournament held in Malaysia. After a 2-2 draw in regular play against New Zealand, India triumphed in a tense 3-2 shootout. Goalkeeper Bikramjit Singh played a pivotal role, making three crucial saves, while Gurjot Singh, Manmeet Singh, and Sourabh Anand Kushwaha scored during the shootout, leading India to victory in this prestigious junior hockey event.