From the electrifying victory of the Indian cricket team in the recent T20 series to the rising star power of young badminton sensations, India's sporting landscape is ablaze with action! This week alone saw record-breaking performances in the Pro Kabaddi League, showcasing the nation's unwavering passion for indigenous sports. The upcoming Asian Games are generating immense anticipation, with athletes across disciplines sharpening their skills and aiming for glory on the international stage. We delve into the crucial role of sports sponsorships in nurturing talent and boosting India's sporting infrastructure. Furthermore, debates rage on about the future of cricket's dominance in India's sporting ecosystem, with other sports like hockey and football vying for increased attention and investment. Stay updated on all the latest scores, match analyses, and exclusive interviews with your favorite athletes. Explore the dynamic world of Indian sports—from the bustling stadiums to the quiet dedication of rising stars—right here. Discover the stories that shape the nation’s sporting spirit and witness the unfolding drama of the sporting year.
Max has recalled one particular argument that he had with his dad in 2012 Max Verstappen has recalled a major bust-up with his father that led to him being left at a petrol station. Verstappen sealed his fourth F1 world title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix over the weekend, and has dominated the sport in recent years. His dad, Jos, a former F1 driver in his own right, has been with him every step of the way, but their relationship has not always been a perfect one. Max, 27, has now opened up on the time Jos drove off without him after he blew his chance to win the Karting World Championship when he was only a teenager in 2012. 'That was the first opportunity for me to win the World Championship,' Max explained on Viaplay's Max Verstappen: Anatomy of a Champion documentary. 'I stayed in the lead at the start but then I got passed. I was so upset that I tried to pass the guy back in a place that was unnecessary [and spun off]. Max Verstappen (left) has recalled a bust-up he had with his dad Jos (right) over a decade ago Jos was so angry with Max for losing a race that he left his then-teenage son at a petrol station Max is now a four-time F1 champion after sealing his latest title over the weekend 'My dad was just so upset with me, doing that stupid move. I basically threw everything away. Of course, I was very sad and upset with myself for making that mistake. 'I then started to try to talk to him in the van, travelling home for 17 hours. He didn't want to talk to me. He was just so fed up with it. He's like, "Get out". He stopped at the fuel station and he's like, "You get out". And he drove off.' Jos has become known for his hands-on approach when it comes to Max's career, and has not been afraid to ruffle a few feathers at Red Bull over the years. Reflecting on his rise to the top, Max revealed that his father has always been demanding, and it has caused some friction between the pair. He added: 'My dad, it didn't matter if it was cold, warm, dry, wet, he was out there [saying] like, "Every lap you make a mistake in that corner, you're not doing it right", these kind of things. Always constantly trying to improve me, you know? And sometimes it got a bit heated.' Jos has received criticism for his parenting, with some even suggesting his treatment of Max in his younger years amounted to abuse. But Jos has refuted these claims, and outlined in the documentary why he has always been so hard on his son. 'People say how bad a father I was to him, to abuse your child,' Jos said. 'I never abused him, I was teaching him. 'I was hard on him and that was also the plan [for him], to learn, to think. A lot of people have no idea what you have to do to arrive to the top of a sport.'
New Delhi: Following the news of Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner being let go by Red Bull Racing, four-time reigning champion Max Verstappen took to social media to bid him farewell. Recent reports suggest that Verstappen is in talks with Mercedes over a potential switch next season after what can only be described as a poor ongoing year, given the standards set by the Dutchman. It is speculated that Red Bull's decision may have to do with Horner's departure. "From my first race win to four world championships, we have shared incredible successes. Winning memorable races and breaking ...Read More >
Geri Halliwell-Horner celebrated her mum Ana's 80th birthday by dancing to ABBA songs in the garden during a wholesome girls' night. The former Spice Girl and her loved ones saw in another year for Ana by having a well-needed girly get together on Sunday. Geri shared a heartfelt post on Instagram where she thanked her Spanish mum for the music in a nod to the iconic ABBA ballad. A group of nine women were all laughing and cheering in the sunset as they sang to two different ABBA hits - includi ...Read More >
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 30 (ANI): Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 15,000 megawatts (MW) of operational capacity, specifically reaching 15,539.9 MW. According to the Adani group, this accomplishment marks the fastest and largest capacity addition in India to date. The operational portfolio includes ~11,005.5 MW of solar, ~1,977.8 MW of wind, and ~2,556.6 MW of wind-solar hybrid capacity. Also Read | TikTok Deal To Be Announced Soon in US? Donald Trump Says He Has Found a Group of 'Very Wealthy People' To Buy ByteDance-Owned App, I ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 26 (SocialNews.XYZ) Cadillac have signed veteran duo Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas to be their drivers when the team joins the Formula 1 grid for the first time in 2026. The American squad, who are backed by General Motors and will be led by former Marussia Sporting Director Graeme Lowdon, will become the sport's 11th team next season. Cadillac have opted for experience with their line-up, signing 'Checo' Perez and Mercedes reserve Bottas - who boast 527 Grand Prix starts and 16 Grand Prix wins between them - on multi-year deals. It marks a remarkable return for the veteran ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: The Formula 1 paddock has been witness to a very sombre version of Lando Norris in the past couple of months. Jovial and often seen having a laugh with fellow drivers and teammates, the 25-year-old has been more reserved, politically correct and not displaying too much emotion since the mechanical failure of his McLaren at the Dutch Grand Prix on August 31. That DNF (did not finish) was a crucial moment in the F1 title race with the Briton falling 34 points behind teammate and championship leader Oscar Piastri. Since then, Norris has been quieter, more composed and calm even when h ...Read More >
Mahesh Narayanan will direct NK 370, a feature film about Narain Karthikeyan's journey to becoming India's first Formula One driver. Filmmaker Mahesh Narayanan, known for his work in "Take Off," "Malik," and Locarno title "Ariyippu," is set to direct the tentatively titled "NK 370", chronicling the extraordinary journey of Narain Karthikeyan, India's first Formula One driver. "Motorsport gave me everything. This film gives that story to the world," said Karthikeyan. The film follows Karthikeyan ...Read More >
IMAGE: McLaren could clinch their first constructors' crown since 1998 on Sunday if they outscore Ferrari by 21 points at the Qatar F1 Grand Prix. Photograph: Henry Romero/Reuters Ferrari and McLaren, Formula One's oldest rivals, take their constructors' title fight into a penultimate round in Qatar this weekend with both battling to end years of waiting to be champions again. After Red Bull's Max Verstappen celebrated his fourth successive drivers' title in Las Vegas last Saturday, the focus switches to a different desert and the hopes of Maranello and Woking. McLaren -- the team of past c ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 15: Ahmedabad was on Wednesday recommended as the proposed host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games by Commonwealth Sport's Executive Board, paving the way for the big event's return to India after two decades and bolstering its ambition to be an Olympic host in 2036. A final decision, which now seems a mere formality, will be taken on November 26 at the body's General Assembly in Glasgow after the recommendation is sent to the full membership of Commonwealth Sport. India had hosted the Games for the first time back in 2010 in New Delhi. Getting the Games' hosting rights would also b ...Read More >
MARTOLI, India (AP) -- Dozens of dilapidated stone buildings are what is left of the once-thriving border village of Martoli, in the northern Indian state of Uttarakhand. Nestled in Johar Valley and surrounded by Himalayan peaks -- the most notable being Nanda Devi, once considered the tallest mountain in the world -- this village had traded sugar, lentils, spices and cloth for salt and wool with Tibetans across the border. The nomadic occupants of several villages spent the winter months in the plains collecting goods to be traded with Tibetans in the summer. But the border was sealed after ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 30 (ANI): On the last trading day of June, Indian stock markets opened flat on Monday, supported by positive global cues and receding geopolitical clouds. The Nifty 50 index opened at 25,661.65, gaining 23.85 points or 0.09 per cent. On the other hand, the BSE Sensex opened slightly lower at 84,027.33, down by 31.57 points or 0.04 per cent. Also Read | TikTok Deal To Be Announced Soon in US? Donald Trump Says He Has Found a Group of 'Very Wealthy People' To Buy ByteDance-Owned App, Identities To Be Revealed Soon. Experts noted that the positive mood in glo ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 4 (VOICE) As the 2025 Formula 1 season approaches, Mercedes driver George Russell has laid out his key goals for the year, with a focus on improving his race pace after an impressive 2024 season in terms of qualifying performance.Despite Mercedes' mixed fortunes in 2024, Russell outperformed his seven-time World Champion teammate Lewis Hamilton in qualifying, winning the head-to-head battle 18-6. However, his race-day performances did not always match his one-lap speed, prompting the 26-year-old Briton to focus on turning his strong qualifying results into consistent race perfor ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 16 (SocialNews.XYZ) Formula One, on Tuesday, revealed the six venues set to host F1 Sprint events during the 2026 FIA F1 World Championship season - including three exciting new locations. The 2026 season will introduce a new era of regulations to the sport and host the sixth year of the Sprint format. The first F1 Sprint of 2026 will take place in Shanghai, followed by Miami, with both Grands Prix hosting a Sprint weekend for the third consecutive year. Silverstone returns to the Sprint Calendar for the first time since the format's inaugural event in 2021, and Montréal, Zand ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Lewis Hamilton has urged McLaren duo Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris to be "cut-throat" if they are to beat Max Verstappen to the 2025 Formula 1 Drivers' Championship, warning that the Red Bull star will "take this from them" if they don't match his ruthlessness. With five races remaining, the title race has become a close three-way contest -- Verstappen's recent surge of three wins in four races has closed the gap to within 40 points of the leader, while Norris is just 14 points behind team-mate Piastri ahead of this weekend's Mexican Grand Prix. Hamilton, ...Read More >