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Kush Maini, an Indian driver, achieved his first-ever Formula 2 win at the Hungarian Grand Prix after Richard Verschoor was disqualified for a technical infringement. Maini's victory, which came as a result of Verschoor's car not meeting the minimum thickness requirement for the plank, marked his fifth podium of the season and positioned him eighth in the championship standings. This significant win not only highlights Maini’s competitive performance throughout the season but also brings pride to India in the international motorsport arena.

Argentina secured its second straight Copa America championship by defeating Colombia 1-0 in a thrilling match that extended into extra time. Lautaro Martínez scored the decisive goal in the 112th minute, securing Argentina's victory despite Lionel Messi suffering an injury earlier in the game. The win marked a significant achievement for Argentina, showcasing their resilience and determination in overcoming tough competition in the tournament.

Lallianzuala Chhangte, a winger for Mumbai City FC, won the AIFF Men's Player of the Year award for the 2023-24 season. This marks his second consecutive win, making him one of only five players to receive the award multiple times. His outstanding performance included scoring 11 goals and providing 7 assists in all competitions, being the highest-scoring Indian in the Indian Super League (ISL), and scoring against Qatar in the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in June 2024.

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain defeated Serbia’s Novak Djokovic in the men’s single tennis Wimbledon final match, securing his 4th Grand Slam title. Alcaraz, the youngest player to win 4 Grand Slam titles before turning 22, exemplifies the new generation of tennis players challenging the dominance of the "Big Three" - Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic.

The 9th edition of the Women's Cricket Asia Cup 2024 is set to commence on July 19, 2024, at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium in Dambulla, Sri Lanka. This prestigious T20 tournament, organized by the Asian Cricket Council, will feature eight teams and serve as a crucial preparatory event for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.