Current Affairs - Sports

Reetika Hooda secured a silver medal in the women's 76kg category at the Budapest Wrestling Series. Despite facing tough opponents, including former world champion Justina Di Stasio, Hooda emerged victorious in three out of four matches. However, she faced defeat against Tatiana Renteria in the final match. This tournament played a crucial role in determining the seedings for the Paris 2024 Olympics, making Hooda's achievement significant in the context of her Olympic aspirations in wrestling.

The Uttar Pradesh government has agreed to host the MotoGP Bharat event at the Buddha Circuit in Greater Noida's Gautam Buddha Nagar district from 2025 to 2029. A contract will be signed between the state government, Dorna Sports, and its Indian partner, Fairstreet Sports, for the organization of this prestigious event. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to promoting sports and tourism in the region, with an allocated budget of ₹80 crore through the Invest UP department, as announced by Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

Divya Deshmukh, an 18-year-old International Master from Nagpur, India, emerged victorious in the 2024 FIDE Under-20 Girl’s World Chess Championship. She achieved this feat by remaining unbeaten throughout the tournament and securing a decisive win in her final match, garnering an impressive 10 out of 11 points. Deshmukh's accomplishment adds her name to the list of esteemed Indian women chess players who have excelled on the international stage, showcasing her strategic prowess and determination in competitive chess. Kazybek Nogerbek from Kazakhstan claimed the men’s title in the same championship, highlighting the global diversity and talent at the FIDE U-20 World Chess Championship 2024.

Shruti Vora made history as the first Indian to win the three-star Grand Prix event in the FEI Dressage World Cup held in Lipica, Slovenia. Riding her horse Magnanimous, Vora achieved a score of 67.761 points, surpassing Moldova’s Tatiana Antonenco. This victory not only highlights Vora’s exceptional skills in equestrian sports but also marks a significant milestone for Indian representation in international dressage competitions. Her previous appearances in prestigious events like the Dressage World Championship and the Asian Games underscore her dedication and success in the sport.

Tata Communications has entered into a significant five-year agreement with World Athletics to provide broadcasting services for premier events such as the World Athletics Indoor Championships, World Athletics Relays, and World Athletics Road Running Championships. This partnership underscores Tata Communications' role as a key supplier in enhancing global coverage and audience engagement through innovative broadcasting solutions, starting from the Tokyo World Championships onwards.