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Novak Djokovic Storms Into Wimbledon Semis After Dominant Win

By BPN News Desk July 10, 2025

Novak Djokovic made yet another emphatic statement at Wimbledon 2025, powering into the semifinals with a clinical straight-sets victory over Italy’s Flavio Cobolli. The Serbian, who is eyeing his eighth Wimbledon crown and 25th Grand Slam title, gave little room for error and overpowered his 22-year-old opponent 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 on Centre Court. Cobolli, who […]

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Carlsen Says “Not Enjoying Chess” After Loss to Gukesh

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

In a candid post-match interview, World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen made a startling revelation following his back-to-back defeats to Indian teenage chess sensation D Gukesh in the SuperUnited Rapid & Blitz tournament. The five-time world champion confessed, “Honestly, I’m not enjoying playing chess at all right now. I just… I don’t feel any flow at […]

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Pakistan’s Entry into Asia Cup Hockey Looks Unlikely

By BPN News Desk July 2, 2025

As the Men’s Hockey Asia Cup approaches, Pakistan’s participation in the tournament appears increasingly doubtful. With the event set to take place from August 29 to September 9 in Bihar, and tensions high following a recent terror attack, Hockey India has indicated it may not receive clearance for entry. Pakistan Asia Cup A senior official […]

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Chopra Shines in Paris with Diamond League Win

By BPN News Desk June 21, 2025

India’s Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra clinched his first Diamond League title of the 2025 season at the Paris Meeting, delivering a decisive opening throw of 88.16 metres. Despite registering three fouls later in the event, the initial effort was enough to seal victory in a highly competitive field. Neeraj Chopra’s Winning Throw Chopra’s 88.16 m came in […]

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India Bags Six Golds on Day 2 of Taiwan Athletics Open

By BPN News Desk June 9, 2025

India’s athletic contingent delivered another commanding performance at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2025, clinching six gold medals on Day 2 and reinforcing its dominance in the regional meet. The victories came across javelin, hurdles, middle-distance races, and relay events, adding to the six golds won on Day 1. India’s current tally stands at 12 golds, […]

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Jyothi Yarraji Leads Six-Gold Haul at Taiwan Open

By BPN News Desk June 8, 2025

India’s track and field contingent delivered a commanding performance on Day 1 of the Taiwan Athletics Open, securing six gold medals and showcasing growing depth in sprints, hurdles, and middle-distance events. Jyothi Yarraji Dominates 100m Hurdles Star hurdler Jyothi Yarraji continued her golden run, clinching the 100m hurdles title with a brilliant time of 12.99 […]

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Neeraj Chopra Breaks 90m Barrier, Finishes Second in Doha

By BPN News Desk May 17, 2025

India’s Olympic and World Champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra created history at the 2025 Doha Diamond League by breaching the elusive 90-meter mark. Although his remarkable effort wasn’t enough to win the event, it marked a personal and national milestone, making Chopra only the third Asian ever to surpass the mark. Neeraj Chopra’s Historic Throw […]

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Sports Ministry Lifts WFI Suspension; Brij Bhushan Reacts

By BPN News Desk March 12, 2025

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has lifted the suspension of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), restoring its status as the National Sports Federation (NSF) for wrestling. The suspension, imposed on December 24, 2023, was a result of governance issues within the federation. The decision to revoke it follows corrective measures, including relocating […]

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Praggnanandhaa Triumphs Over Gukesh to Win Tata Chess

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2025

In a gripping finale to the Tata Steel Chess Tournament, Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa claimed victory over D Gukesh in a tense tiebreaker, securing one of the most prestigious chess titles. Gukesh’s Unbeaten Run Ends Gukesh, who had remained unbeaten throughout the tournament, stumbled in the final round, suffering an unexpected loss against Arjun Erigaisi. This […]

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India Triumphs in Inaugural Kho Kho World Cup

By BPN News Desk January 20, 2025

In a historic moment for Indian sports, the national team clinched the title in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, defeating Nepal in a thrilling final. The event, which showcased the traditional sport on an international platform, saw India emerging as the undisputed champion, cementing its dominance in Kho Kho. The much-anticipated final match unfolded […]