Current Affairs - Sports

Minister Hardeep S Puri inaugurated the 5th ONGC Para Games at Thyagaraj Stadium, New Delhi, celebrating the spirit of para-athletes. This event highlights India's commitment to promoting para-sports and recognizing the achievements of para-athletes.

James Anderson's 700th Test wicket makes him only the third bowler in cricket history to achieve this remarkable feat. This milestone puts him in an exclusive club, alongside two other legendary bowlers who have also surpassed the 700-wicket mark in Test cricket. James Anderson became only the third bowler in the history of cricket to go past 700 Test scalps, behind only Muthiah Muralidaran (800) and Shane Warne (708)

Tiger Woods, renowned for his exceptional golf career with 15 major championships and 82 PGA Tour victories, has been honoured with the Bob Jones Award for his sportsmanship, respect for golf traditions, and extensive philanthropic contributions through his foundation, the TGR Foundation. This award reflects Woods' holistic impact on the sport, acknowledging both his on-course achievements and off-course endeavours.

The World Athletics Council has selected Beijing, China, to host the 2027 World Athletics Championships. This decision was made at the 234th World Athletics Council Meeting held in Glasgow, preceding the World Athletics Indoor Championships, which will be held from 1st to 3rd March.

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik released the coffee table book titled 'FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023'. This book, published by Sportstar, captures the essence and excitement of the 15th FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup held in 2023, highlighting the state's commitment to promoting sports, particularly hockey.