Current Affairs - Sports

Magnus Carlsen, the reigning World No. 1 in chess, secured his sixth title at the Norway Chess Tournament. In a thrilling final round, Carlsen defeated Fabiano Caruana in an intense Armageddon match, showcasing his dominance in the world of chess and etching his name further into chess history. In the Women’s Norway Chess Tournament, Ju Wenjun emerged victorious, adding to the tournament's excitement and highlighting her prowess in the game.

DP Manu clinched the gold medal in the javelin throw at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2024 with a remarkable effort of 81.58 meters. Meanwhile, Nithya Ramraj secured the silver medal in the women's 100-meter hurdles event with a timing of 13.23 seconds. This showcases India's prowess in athletics, with both athletes demonstrating exceptional skill and performance on the international stage.

Sarabjot Singh made history by securing India’s first medal at the ISSF World Cup in Munich, winning the gold medal in the men’s 10-meter air pistol event with an impressive performance. This achievement adds to his previous success in the ISSF World Cup, establishing him as a notable figure in shooting sports.

Nayana James clinched the gold medal in the women's long jump event at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2024. She achieved this feat by recording an impressive distance of 6.43m, outperforming other competitors despite challenging rainy conditions at the Taipei Municipal Stadium.

Real Madrid secured their historic 15th UEFA Champions League title with a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium. This victory further solidified Real Madrid's unparalleled dominance in European football.