Current Affairs - Sports

Lakshya Sen, the 23-year-old Indian badminton star from Almora, clinched third place at the King Cup International Badminton Open in Bangkok. He defeated French rising star Alex Lanier in the bronze-medal playoff with a convincing scoreline of 21-17, 21-11. This achievement highlights Lakshya’s consistent performance and resilience on the international stage despite narrowly missing out in the semifinals.

Sachin Tendulkar, a legendary Indian cricketer, was awarded Honorary Membership of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC), a prestigious recognition given by one of Australia's oldest sports clubs and the manager of the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). His exceptional contributions to cricket include a remarkable performance at the MCG, where he has scored 449 runs in five Tests, with an average of 44.90, a century, and three fifties. Tendulkar's recognition by MCC adds to his earlier accolade of receiving the Order of Australia in 2012, showcasing his global influence in cricket.

Kerala clinched their maiden Senior National Men's Handball Championship title with a thrilling 34-31 victory over Chandigarh in Changanassery. This historic win marked a significant milestone for the team, following their semi-final triumph against Services with a score of 23-21. Notable contributions included Devendar being named the 'Best Player of the Championship' and Rahul earning the 'Best Goalkeeper' award. The event showcased Kerala's growing prominence in Indian handball and its ability to deliver under high-pressure situations.

The Hockey India League (HIL) 2024-25 is scheduled to take place at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela, Odisha. The league will be held in two phases, with the first phase running from December 28 to January 18, and the second phase starting on January 19. The semifinals and finals will take place on January 31 and February 1, 2025, respectively.

Maheshwari Chauhan and Anantjeet Singh Naruka represented Rajasthan and won the Skeet Mixed Team Title at the National Shooting Championship in New Delhi. They narrowly defeated the Uttar Pradesh team with a score of 44-43. Their performance secured the gold medal for Rajasthan, showcasing their skill and teamwork in a highly competitive event.