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466.
Who clinched the gold medal at the Asian Marathon Championships 2024 in Hong Kong, marking a historic moment for Indian athletics?
Man Singh
Huang Yongzheng
Singh Kumar
Hong Li
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Man Singh, a 34-year-old marathon runner from India, secured the gold medal at the Asian Marathon Championships 2024 in Hong Kong with a remarkable personal best timing, highlighting India's growing prowess in long-distance running.

467.
From 2026 onwards, which city will host the Spanish Formula 1 Grand Prix?
Barcelona
Valencia
Madrid
Seville
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Madrid is set to become the new host city for the Spanish Formula 1 Grand Prix, marking a significant shift from Barcelona, the event's previous host since 1991. The transition introduces a brand-new circuit to the world of Formula 1 for a period of 10 years, from 2026 to 2035.

468.
Who is set to receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI Awards?
Sachin Tendulkar
Ravi Shastri
Virat Kohli
Rahul Dravid
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ravi Shastri, the former Indian head coach, is slated to be honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI Awards in Hyderabad, recognizing his significant contributions to Indian cricket.

469.
Who secured a bronze medal at the Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane wrestling tournament in Nice, France?
Sushil Kumar
Bajrang Punia
Ravi Kumar Dahiya
Deepak Punia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tokyo Olympic silver medallist Ravi Kumar Dahiya made a triumphant return to wrestling, securing a bronze at the Grand Prix De France Henri Deglane tournament in Nice, France, after overcoming injuries that had sidelined him during the entire 2023 season.

470.
Who secured her first women's singles title at the India Open, defeating Chen Yu Fei in a dominant straight-game victory?
Priyanshu Rajawat
Tai Tzu Ying
Prannoy H. S
Kodai Naraoka
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Tai Tzu Ying clinched her maiden women's singles India Open title with a commanding straight-game victory over Chen Yu Fei, reaffirming her status as one of the game's greatest players.