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Tag: Sports
Goa Strengthens Sports Tourism with Goa Rugby 7s 2025 – Season 2
Goa cements its position as a leading sports tourism destination with Goa Rugby 7s 2025 – Season 2, set to take place on 15–16 November at GMC Athletic Stadium, Bambolim. Supported by Goa Tourism and in collaboration with Crocotycles Rugby Foundation, the event promotes regenerative tourism, youth development, and international sporting appeal.
Nishad Kumar Creates History with First World Para Athletics Championships Gold in High Jump
Nishad Kumar secured his maiden gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships in New Delhi, clinching the top spot in the T47 high jump event. After years of finishing second, Nishad overcame Paralympic legend Roderick Townsend and narrowly missed setting a world record at 2.18m.
India U17 Triumph Over Bangladesh in Dramatic Penalty Shootout to Claim Seventh SAFF U17 Championship Title
In a nail-biting final at Colombo’s Racecourse International Stadium, India U17 edged past Bangladesh 4-1 on penalties after a thrilling 2-2 draw, securing their seventh SAFF U17 Championship crown.
Cheryl Reeve Blasts WNBA Officiating After Napheesa Collier Injury in Semifinal Loss
Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve erupted in frustration after star forward Napheesa Collier was injured in a bruising semifinal loss to the Phoenix Mercury. The Mercury now lead the best-of-five series 2-1, but Reeve is demanding accountability at the league level for what she called "malpractice" officiating.
