Mary Kom still hungry for elusive Olympic gold after record World Championship triumph
6 years, 1 month ago

Mary Kom still hungry for elusive Olympic gold after record World Championship triumph

India TV News  

Still chasing her long cherished dream of clinching an Olympic gold for the country, boxing legend M.C.Mary Kom, who on Saturday became the first woman to win six World Championship gold medals, said the hunger is still there. With the gold medal effort in the 48 kilogram light flyweight category, the 35-year-old mother of three, also qualified for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Mary, however, rued the fact that her weight category is still isn't in the Olympics and wants to get over from the disappointment of not being able to qualify for the 2016 Olympics in Rio. Thanking her fans for their love and support, Mary, who on Saturday matched Cuban men's legend Felix Savon as the joint most successful pugilist in the World Championships history, said: "Thank you for your love and support.

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Keely Hodgkinson hungry for more success after Olympic gold
5 months, 1 week ago

Keely Hodgkinson hungry for more success after Olympic gold

The Independent  

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Keely Hodgkinson clinches magical women's 800m GOLD - as Team GB star lives up to favourite tag to beat Kenyan rival Mary Moraa
5 months, 1 week ago

Keely Hodgkinson clinches magical women's 800m GOLD - as Team GB star lives up to favourite tag to beat Kenyan rival Mary Moraa

Daily Mail  

Hodgkinson becomes just the 10th British woman to win Olympic athletics gold The British star held her nerve in the closing stages before running clear to win Keely Hodgkinson says she has cemented herself in history after she joined the list of British golden girls by storming to Olympic 800 metres glory. Hodgkinson is only the 10th British woman to …

Mary Kom: Never give up on your dreams no matter how difficult the journey
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mary Kom: Never give up on your dreams no matter how difficult the journey

Deccan Chronicle  

However, her rise to success was not without roadblocks. When you talk to Olympic medal winner and six-time world champion, Mary Kom, it is easy to be struck by the sporting icon’s undying passion for boxing. Appearing visibly disappointed over not being able to take part in the Paris Olympics, Mary Kom says, “If you have a hunger inside, you …

The hunger in me is still alive: Mary Kom in Hyderabad
5 months, 3 weeks ago

The hunger in me is still alive: Mary Kom in Hyderabad

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: Olympic gold medallist and six-time world champion, Mary Kom talked about her trials and tribulations while also touching upon India’s prospects at Paris Olympics, at an event here on Saturday. Mary Kom said that being invited by a members only club was the prefect opportunity for her to build a network outside her boxing world. Expressing her disappointment at …

India at the Olympics: Past Medals Winners – A Timeline Part 3 (2004-2020)
6 months ago

India at the Olympics: Past Medals Winners – A Timeline Part 3 (2004-2020)

News 18  

India has won a total of 35 medals in the history of the Olympics – 10 Gold, 9 Silver and 16 bronze. 2012 – London – Sushil Kumar – Silver – Wrestling Sushil Kumar failed to clinch what would have been India’s only gold at London 2012, but with the silver medal in the 66kg category, Kumar became the first …

'It's over...': Mary Kom announces retirement from all competitions
11 months, 3 weeks ago

'It's over...': Mary Kom announces retirement from all competitions

India TV News  

India's star boxer Mary Kom announced her decision to retire from professional boxing on Wednesday, January 24. The Manipur-born boxer turned 41 in November 2023 and athletes aged 40 or above are not allowed to compete in professional boxing tournaments, according to International Boxing Association rules. Kom revealed that she could not compete in professional boxing due to her age …

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom retires: ‘Because of age limit, I can’t compete'
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Indian boxing legend Mary Kom retires: ‘Because of age limit, I can’t compete'

Hindustan Times  

Six-time World Champion and 2012 Olympic medallist Mangte Chungneijang Mary Kom on Wednesday announced her retirement from boxing. Mary Kom Mary Kom hung her boxing gloves as the International Boxing Association's rules allow male and female boxers to fight in elite-level competition only till the age of 40. Mary is the first female boxer in boxing history to have captured …

Gymnastics' all-around queen Simone Biles claims 21st world title
1 year, 3 months ago

Gymnastics' all-around queen Simone Biles claims 21st world title

Firstpost  

Simone Biles produced a dominant display to score 58.399 points and secure the title ahead of defending champion Rebeca Andrade, with Shilese Jones taking bronze US superstar Simone Biles continued her spectacular return from a two-year break by claiming her 21st world title with all-around gold at the world gymnastics championships on Friday. “But I was emotional, because 10 years …

World Boxing Championships 2023: Nikhat Zareen wins her 2nd Gold medal, joins Mary Kom in elite Indian list
1 year, 9 months ago

World Boxing Championships 2023: Nikhat Zareen wins her 2nd Gold medal, joins Mary Kom in elite Indian list

India Today  

Nikhat Zareen won her second Women's World Boxing Championships Gold medal on Sunday, March 26. Nikhat was unfazed by Thi Tham Nguyen, a two-time Asian gold medalist, who made history in New Delhi by becoming the first female boxer from her country to reach the world meet final. Nikhat fended off a strong comeback from Thi Tham in the second …

‘I Want to be Known as Nikhat Zareen and Not a Challenger of Mary Kom’ - News18
2 years, 4 months ago

‘I Want to be Known as Nikhat Zareen and Not a Challenger of Mary Kom’ - News18

News 18  

The last four months have put Indian woman boxer Nikhat Zareen at a different pedestal in world boxing. In this exclusive interview with news18.com, Zareen looks back at the World Championships and CWG gold medal performances and also looks ahead. WATCH: Nikhat Zareen Shares An Emotional Video Reliving Her CWG Victory How tough is it to be at your top …

Exclusive: I don’t think about any medal other than gold, says weightlifter Bindyarani Devi
2 years, 5 months ago

Exclusive: I don’t think about any medal other than gold, says weightlifter Bindyarani Devi

Firstpost  

Weightlifter Bindyarani Devi was “disappointed” to not win gold at the recently concluded CWG and wants to change colour of the medal at Worlds, Asian Games, Asian C’ships and Paris Olympics 2024. Indian weightlifter Bindyarani Devi Sorokhaibam, who took part in her maiden Commonwealth Games in 2022, won a silver medal in women’s 55kg weightlifting final. In an exclusive interview …

With High Hopes, Nikhat Zareen Set to Make Her Commonwealth Games Debut in Birmingham
2 years, 5 months ago

With High Hopes, Nikhat Zareen Set to Make Her Commonwealth Games Debut in Birmingham

News 18  

Recently-crowned world champion Nikhat Zareen will launch her maiden campaign in the Commonwealth Games boxing event when she takes on Helena Ismael Bagao of Mozambique in the women’s 48-50kg light flyweight category on Sunday. CWG 2022 – FULL COVERAGE | IN-DEPTH | INDIA FOCUS | OFF THE FIELD | IN PHOTOS | MEDAL TALLY With this win, she became only …

I hope to continue Mary Kom’s rich legacy, says Nikhat
2 years, 6 months ago

I hope to continue Mary Kom’s rich legacy, says Nikhat

The Hindu  

“It will be impossible to break six-time World champion Mary Kom’s record. But, I am determined to change the colour of the medal she won in the Olympics,” said newly-crowned World women’s boxing champion Nikhat Zareen. In an exclusive interview with The Hindu before leaving for the National camp on Sunday, ahead of next month’s Commonwealth Games, the 25-year-old Nikhat …

A rude shock for the iron-willed Mary Kom
2 years, 7 months ago

A rude shock for the iron-willed Mary Kom

The Hindu  

“It’s just bad luck.” As Mary Kom limped out of the boxing hall at the New Delhi’s Indira Gandhi stadium, her left knee packed in ice and tightly bandaged, a relative of another young boxer offered her a few words of support. Just a short while earlier, only a minute into her bout in the trials to select the Indian …

BFI and SAI Felicitate World Championships Medallists Nikhat Zareen, Parveen and Manisha
2 years, 7 months ago

BFI and SAI Felicitate World Championships Medallists Nikhat Zareen, Parveen and Manisha

News 18  

The Boxing Federation of India and Sports Authority of India on Tuesday felicitated all three medal winners of the 12th IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi, which was also attended by the Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur. While speaking at the felicitation ceremony, the Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur congratulated the medal winners …

BFI and SAI felicitate 12th World Championships medallists Nikhat, Parveen and Manisha
2 years, 7 months ago

BFI and SAI felicitate 12th World Championships medallists Nikhat, Parveen and Manisha

The Hindu  

The Boxing Federation of India and Sports Authority of India on Tuesday felicitated all three medal winners, Nikhat Zareen, Manisha Moun and Parveen Kumar of the 12th IBA Women’s World Boxing Championships at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi, which was also attended by the Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur. While speaking at the felicitation ceremony, the Sports Minister …

From Mary Kom to Nikhat Zareen - India's gold medallists at the Women's Boxing World Championships
2 years, 7 months ago

From Mary Kom to Nikhat Zareen - India's gold medallists at the Women's Boxing World Championships

The Hindu  

India's Nikhat Zareen is all set to fight for the gold medal at the Women's World Boxing Championships when she takes on Thailand's Jutamas Jitpong on Thursday. READ: Here's a look at the full list of Indian women who have won medals at the World Championships so far The Women's World Boxing Championships are held every two years, with the …

Happy Mother's Day 2022: Mary Kom to Sania Mirza, super moms lighting up the sports arena over years
2 years, 8 months ago

Happy Mother's Day 2022: Mary Kom to Sania Mirza, super moms lighting up the sports arena over years

India TV News  

From the moment a child is born, the mother works to ensure that they are safe and that their personalities bloom. Mary Kom Image Source : PTI Mary Kom With her unrelenting drive to win, it took Mary Kom little time to storm the highest summits of Indian boxing. Mary Kom also holds the distinction of being the first Indian …

Mary Kom to skip upcoming National Women's Boxing Championships in Hisar
3 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom to skip upcoming National Women's Boxing Championships in Hisar

Firstpost  

The 38-year-old, who reached the pre-quarters of Tokyo Olympics before bowing out with a hard-fought loss, is, however, training for the world championships in December. New Delhi: Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom will not compete in the upcoming National Women’s Boxing Championships in Hisar. Even though the Boxing Federation of India has announced that only gold medal winners from …

Mary Kom to skip National Women's Boxing Championships
3 years, 2 months ago

Mary Kom to skip National Women's Boxing Championships

The Hindu  

Six-time world champion M C Mary Kom will not compete in the upcoming National Women's Boxing Championships in Hisar from October 21. Even though the Boxing Federation of India has announced that only gold medal winners from the Nationals will make the squad, it is reliably learnt that trials could be held in a couple of weight categories, including the …

Elliott: Women at the Tokyo Olympics win big, show strength
3 years, 5 months ago

Elliott: Women at the Tokyo Olympics win big, show strength

LA Times  

Before the women’s marathon was added to the program at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, the longest race for female runners was the 1,500 meters — and that became part of the Summer Games only in 1972. The U.S. women’s basketball team won its seventh straight gold medal as mainstays Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi became the first five-time basketball …

Helen Maroulis loses to Risako Kawai in 57kg semifinals
3 years, 5 months ago

Helen Maroulis loses to Risako Kawai in 57kg semifinals

Associated Press  

CHIBA, Japan — Helen Maroulis wishes she had a do-over. “I maybe had some other options that I could have gone for, but I think I was thinking like, ‘Oh, she’s waiting for me to clear out so she can shoot,’” Maroulis said. “So to be here like this is like — I’m so grateful.” Kawai advanced to face Iryna …

Tokyo Olympics | Lovlina Borgohain's remarkable journey ends with a bronze
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics | Lovlina Borgohain's remarkable journey ends with a bronze

The Hindu  

Lovlina Borgohain finished with a bronze after being outpunched by World champion and top seed Busenaz Surmeneli of Turkey in a women’s 69kg semifinal bout of the Tokyo Olympics on Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Though the Turkish boxer continued to land solid blows on target, Lovlina fought on bravely and lasted the course despite receiving another standing count. PTI adds: …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: USA's Athing Mu becomes first American woman to clinch 800m gold since 1968
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: USA's Athing Mu becomes first American woman to clinch 800m gold since 1968

Firstpost  

The 19-year-old prodigy from New Jersey, who only turned professional in June after a successful college career, led from start to finish to win in a new US national record of 1min 55.21sec. Tokyo: Teenager Athing Mu became the first American woman to win the Olympic 800m crown in more than half-a-century Tuesday, producing a superb display of front-running to …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: American teen Athing Mu wins gold medal in 800m category
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: American teen Athing Mu wins gold medal in 800m category

India Today  

Athing Mu of the United States won the gold medal in the Olympic women's 800 metres final on Tuesday and became the first American woman to do so since 1968. The absence of South Africa's double champion Caster Semenya, ruled ineligible due to heightened testosterone levels, opened up the field to a new winner and the 19-year-old Mu took full …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Simone Biles set for dramatic return as transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard makes history
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Simone Biles set for dramatic return as transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard makes history

Firstpost  

After pulling out of her first events with the “twisties”, a disorientating mental block, Biles was included on the list of eight finalists for Tuesday’s beam competition, her last chance to win gold in Tokyo 2020 Tokyo: Transgender weightlifter Laurel Hubbard made Olympic history on Monday as the US team confirmed gymnastics star Simone Biles is to make a dramatic …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Emma McKeon clinches seventh medal to create history as Australia win 4x100m medley relay
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Emma McKeon clinches seventh medal to create history as Australia win 4x100m medley relay

Firstpost  

Emma McKeon has now won four gold and three bronze in Tokyo 2020, overtaking East German Kristin Otto’s six medal-haul in 1952 which was matched by American Natalie Coughlin in 2008. Emma McKeon made Olympic history Sunday in helping Australia upset two-time defending champions the United States to soar to the women’s 4x100m relay gold medal Sunday. A blistering butterfly …

Emma McKeon has seven medals at Tokyo Olympics with gold in 50m freestyle and 4x100m medley relay
3 years, 5 months ago

Emma McKeon has seven medals at Tokyo Olympics with gold in 50m freestyle and 4x100m medley relay

ABC  

Emma McKeon has won two more gold medals in Tokyo, taking her medal tally at this Games to seven — the equal most by any woman in any sport in Olympic history. Key points: Emma McKeon has collected 11 Olympic medals over her career, five of which are gold Seven of McKeon's medals were earned in Tokyo No Australian has …

Tokyo 2020: Katie Ledecky's eyes set on next 2 Olympics, has won 6 individual golds at 3 Games already
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo 2020: Katie Ledecky's eyes set on next 2 Olympics, has won 6 individual golds at 3 Games already

India Today  

After booking her place in Olympic history with a record sixth individual gold medal, world swimming's most decorated woman Katie Ledecky has set her eyes on the next two Olympics. The 24-year-old American dominated the 800 metres freestyle final in Tokyo on Saturday to win gold comfortably, beating the record for the most women's individual Olympic swimming titles held for …

India’s star boxer Mary Kom says she was forced to change dress a minute before fight
3 years, 5 months ago

India’s star boxer Mary Kom says she was forced to change dress a minute before fight

The Independent  

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Tokyo Olympics 2020: Caeleb Dressel, Katie Ledecky hunt more gold as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce seeks 100m treble
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Caeleb Dressel, Katie Ledecky hunt more gold as Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce seeks 100m treble

Firstpost  

Katie Ledecky is the runaway favourite in the women’s 800m free, winning gold at the last two Olympics and four straight world championships. Tokyo: US swim stars Caeleb Dressel and Katie Ledecky will target more gold in Tokyo on Saturday as Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce tries to become the first woman to win an individual Olympic athletics event three times. I …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce eyes unique treble on Day 2 of athletics
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce eyes unique treble on Day 2 of athletics

Firstpost  

Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce continues her bid to become the first woman to win a single individual Olympic athletics event three times. AFP Sport looks at five stand-out events: Women’s 100m - final Jamaica’s Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce continues her bid to become the first woman to win a single individual Olympic athletics event three times, to add to the 100m victories she …

Priyanka Chopra hails Mary Kom after boxer's exit from Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Priyanka Chopra hails Mary Kom after boxer's exit from Tokyo Olympics

India TV News  

Mary Kom has exited the Tokyo Olympics 2020. Global star Priyanka Chopra, who portrayed the role of legendary boxer in the 2014 National Award Winning biopic film, penned a heartfelt appreciation note for the athlete after she exited from the Olympics on Thursday. Mary Kom, the face of India's boxing contingent, faced a shocking defeat -- split decision -- at …

Lovlina Borgohain's medal-winning effort at Tokyo Olympics, a ringside view
3 years, 5 months ago

Lovlina Borgohain's medal-winning effort at Tokyo Olympics, a ringside view

The Hindu  

Lovlina Borgohain walked into the ring with a smile on her face and left with an even bigger one – she had just assured India of its second medal at the Tokyo Olympics. The 23-year-old outpunched Chinese Taipei’s Nien-Chin Chen to storm into the semifinal of the 69kg category, where she will face Turkish world champion Busenaz Surmeneli. She is …

Lovlina Borgohain: Want to win gold medal at Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Lovlina Borgohain: Want to win gold medal at Tokyo Olympics

The Hindu  

Lovlina Borgohain was ecstatic after her women's welterweight quarterfinal win assured her of a medal at the Tokyo Olympics on Friday. Ab main khul ke khel sakti hun," Lovlina said shortly after beating World No. Borgohain is the third Indian boxer to win an Olympic medal, after Vijender Singh and Mary Kom. Asked what her strategy was going into today's …

Priyanka Chopra Hails Mary Kom After Boxer's Exit From Tokyo Olympics: 'You Make Us Proud Every Time'
3 years, 5 months ago

Priyanka Chopra Hails Mary Kom After Boxer's Exit From Tokyo Olympics: 'You Make Us Proud Every Time'

ABP News  

Global star Priyanka Chopra, who portrayed the role of legendary Mary Kom in the 2014 National Award Winning biopic film on the boxer, penned a heartfelt appreciation note for the athlete after she exited from the Tokyo Olympics on Thursday. Mary Kom, the face of India's boxing contingent, faced a shocking defeat -- split decision -- at the hands of …

Tokyo Olympics: Mary Kom slams IOC Boxing Task Force for 'poor judging', says can't believe I've lost
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: Mary Kom slams IOC Boxing Task Force for 'poor judging', says can't believe I've lost

Hindustan Times  

Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom on Thursday slammed the International Olympic Committee's Boxing Task Force for "poor judging" in her flyweight pre-quarterfinal at the Tokyo Games which she lost despite winning two of the three rounds. In the next two rounds, Mary Kom got three of the five judges to rule in her favour but the overall score-line was …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: How Mary Kom learnt that she has been eliminated from Games
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: How Mary Kom learnt that she has been eliminated from Games

Firstpost  

There are more than one reasons behind the confusion. After Mary Kom’s bout against Colombian opponent Valencia Victoria Ingrit Lorena on Thursday, it took many hours for the Indian boxing legend to even realise that she had actually lost. Before her conversation with the media in the mixed zone, Indian women’s boxing team’s high-performance coach Rafaele Bergamasco spoke briefly to …

Priyanka Chopra showers praise on Mary Kom after her Olympics exit: 'What ultimate champion looks like'
3 years, 5 months ago

Priyanka Chopra showers praise on Mary Kom after her Olympics exit: 'What ultimate champion looks like'

Hindustan Times  

Actor Priyanka Chopra has shown her support towards boxer Mary Kom after she suffered a shocking defeat at the Tokyo Olympics. Sharing a picture of Mary Kom on her social media handles, Priyanka wrote, "This is what the ultimate champion looks like… Bravo @MangteC … you’ve shown us how to go the distance with passion and dedication. "I thought I …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Mary Kom, the daughter of India
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Mary Kom, the daughter of India

The Hindu  

The fight is always the truth in a boxing ring. Mary Kom exemplified it throughout her 20-year-old glittering international career that began from her World Championships debut in 2001. For us, Mary was a sweet READ| When she was unknown to the world of boxing, Mary would rise before the sun, sprinting in and around her village in Manipur even …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Mary Kom goes down fighting to Ingrit Valencia in pre-quarters
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Mary Kom goes down fighting to Ingrit Valencia in pre-quarters

Firstpost  

The 38-year-old legend, who is a multiple-time Asian champion and a bronze-winner from the 2012 London Olympics, lost 2-3 to the Colombian, giving it her all in what would now be her final Olympic bout. Tokyo: Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom’s pursuit of a second Olympic medal ended in the pre-quarterfinals of the Tokyo Games as she went down …

Wins 2 out of 3 rounds but still loses bout, unlucky Mary Kom bows out of Tokyo Olympics
3 years, 5 months ago

Wins 2 out of 3 rounds but still loses bout, unlucky Mary Kom bows out of Tokyo Olympics

India TV News  

How does one end up losing despite winning? Six-time world champion M C Mary Kom's pursuit of a second Olympic medal ended in the pre-quarterfinals of the Tokyo Games as she went down to 2016 edition's bronze-medallist Ingrit Valencia in a fiercely-fought showdown here on Thursday. In the next two rounds, Mary Kom got three of the five judges to …

Tokyo Olympics: Mary Kom knocked out, loses to Ingrit Valencia in Round of 16
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: Mary Kom knocked out, loses to Ingrit Valencia in Round of 16

The Hindu  

Six-time World champion and London Olympics bronze medallist M.C. Mary Kom lost to Rio Olympics bronze medallist Ingrit Valencia of Colombia in a thrilling women’s 51kg pre-quarterfinal bout in the Tokyo Olympics on Thursday. The 3-2 loss ended 38-year-old Mary’s quest for an Olympic gold medal in what could be her last Olympic appearance. READ: Sindhu enters quarters in women's …

After a high, the reality check: No medals for India on Olympics Day 2; Mary, Manika, Sindhu shine
3 years, 5 months ago

After a high, the reality check: No medals for India on Olympics Day 2; Mary, Manika, Sindhu shine

India TV News  

It was full and just outside the off stump line as Shaw had committed himself to execute the cover drive, but the late swinger left him regretting as the ball took the outside edge and landed straight into the hands of the wicketkeeper. The shooters came undone once again and the hockey team took a hammering but badminton ace P …

Tokyo Olympics: MC Mary Kom Enters Pre-quarters, Beats Opponent Who is 15 Years Younger
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: MC Mary Kom Enters Pre-quarters, Beats Opponent Who is 15 Years Younger

News 18  

Six-time world champion MC Mary Kom powered into the Olympic Games’ pre-quarterfinals after staving off a stiff challenge from Dominican Republic’s Miguelina Hernandez Garcia in the opening round here on Sunday. In a bout that was exciting from start to finish, Mary Kom displayed some brilliant tactics to overcome the spirted fight that Garcia put up. Mary Kom’s trusted right …

Boxing in Tokyo 2020: Mary Kom packs a punch, moves to last-16
3 years, 5 months ago

Boxing in Tokyo 2020: Mary Kom packs a punch, moves to last-16

The Hindu  

India had a mixed bag of results at the boxing arena of the Tokyo Olympics on Sunday. Mary Kom won her first-round match, while World Championship bronze medallist Manish Kaushik exited despite putting up a valiant show. Beginning her quest for a second Olympics medal, Mary warded off a strong challenge from Dominican Republic’s Miguliena Garcia to record a 4-1 …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Naomi Osaka makes much-anticipated return, Simone Biles targets Olympic history
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Naomi Osaka makes much-anticipated return, Simone Biles targets Olympic history

Firstpost  

Australian Open champion Osaka has not played since May, when she walked out of Roland Garros saying that media commitments were harming her mental health. Tokyo: Japan’s Naomi Osaka, star of the Tokyo Olympics’ opening ceremony, returns from her self-imposed tennis exile on Sunday as US legend Simone Biles sets about equalling the all-time record for gymnastics gold medals. Other …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: 'Dreaming of this day for five years', says Mirabai Chanu after winning historic silver
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: 'Dreaming of this day for five years', says Mirabai Chanu after winning historic silver

Firstpost  

An Olympic medal was long overdue for the Indian, who has proved her mettle as a fighter in the international arena time and again. Tokyo: A confident smile never leaving her face, Mirabai Chanu ended India’s over two-decade long wait for a weightlifting medal at the Olympics, clinching the 49kg category silver medal five years after leaving the same platform …

Tokyo Olympics: Biles on five-gold, 'King' Kohei plots triumphant farewell
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics: Biles on five-gold, 'King' Kohei plots triumphant farewell

The Hindu  

American gymnastic goddess Simone Biles and Japan's national sporting deity Kohei Uchimura begin their quests for Olympic immortality in Tokyo Olympics this weekend. FOLLOW OUR COVERAGE OF THE OLYMPIC GAMES The 24-year-old Ohio-born superstar will be hot favourite with Suni Lee, Jordan Chiles and Grace McCallum to win the US a third consecutive team title next Tuesday. The 2019 and …

Tokyo Olympics 2020: From Amit Panghal to MC Mary Kom, meet India's nine boxing gems at Games
3 years, 5 months ago

Tokyo Olympics 2020: From Amit Panghal to MC Mary Kom, meet India's nine boxing gems at Games

Firstpost  

From Amit Panghal to MC Mary Kom, here are nine Indian boxers who will go for glory at Tokyo Olympics 2020, New Delhi: An unprecedented nine Indian boxers will be taking the ring at the Tokyo Olympics, conscious of the fact that medal expectations from them are at an all-time high. His cabinet already has the World Championships and Commonwealth …

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