Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi, part of India's Chess Olympiad gold-winning team, decided to forgo defending his title at the Vugar Gashimov Memorial Chess Super Tournament in Azerbaijan. Instead, he returned to India for a felicitation ceremony with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Gujrathi shared his excitement on social media, thanking the event organizers for understanding his decision. Aravindh Chithambaram will replace him in the Azerbaijan tournament. Gujrathi expressed pride in India's historic Chess Olympiad win, calling it the "golden era for Indian chess." The Indian team dominated the event with a strong performance in both men’s and women’s categories.

India's chess sensation, R Praggnanandhaa and his sister R Vaishali, made their mother Nagalakshmi's heart swell with pride as they secured gold medals in the men's and women's categories at the 45th Chess Olympiad. A heartwarming video captured the triumphant moment, showing the siblings with their beaming mother. Social media users praised Nagalakshmi's dedication, saying "Indeed A Proud Mom." Praggnanandhaa contributed to the men's team's 3-1 win over Slovenia, while Vaishali played a crucial role in the women's team's 3.5-0.5 victory against Azerbaijan. This milestone marks a proud moment for the family and Indian chess.

Manchester City midfielder Rodri faces a potentially season-ending injury after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Arsenal. The 28-year-old Spanish international limped off holding his right knee and tests confirmed the severity of the injury. Rodri's absence would severely impact City's Premier League and Champions League ambitions. He has been instrumental in City's success, losing just one of his last 84 games for club and country. Manager Pep Guardiola praised Rodri's toughness, saying he only left the pitch because he felt something. Rodri was touted as a potential Ballon d'Or winner after his impressive performances.

Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has been named to Spain's squad for the Davis Cup quarterfinals in November, marking his return to competition after fitness issues. Nadal joins a formidable lineup featuring world No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz, Roberto Bautista Agut, Pablo Carreno Busta, and Marcel Granollers. Nadal hasn't competed since the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he lost to Novak Djokovic. He skipped the US Open and Laver Cup due to injury. Captain David Ferrer confirmed the team for the Davis Cup Final 8 in Malaga, Spain, from November 19-24.

India's chess teams made history by winning gold medals at the 45th Chess Olympiad in Budapest on September 22, 2024. Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the teams for their remarkable achievement, stating it marks "a new chapter in India's sports trajectory." The men's team defeated Slovenia 3.5-0.5, while the women's team achieved an identical victory over Azerbaijan. This is India's first gold in both categories, making it a historic clean sweep. Previously, only China and the Soviet Union had achieved such a feat.

  India made history at the 45th Chess Olympiad, winning gold in both men's and women's categories for the first time. The men's team triumphed over Slovenia, while the women's team defeated Azerbaijan 3.5-0.5 in the finals. Siblings R Praggnanandhaa and R Vaishali were pivotal in their teams' success. A viral video featuring them with their mother, Nagalakshmi, captured the family's pride, with a social media user commenting, "Indeed a proud mom." Their father, Ramesh Babu, expressed joy over their achievements, highlighting chess's rising popularity in India and the siblings' ambitions to become world champions.

Indian wrestler Sangram Singh made history by becoming the first Indian male wrestler to win an MMA fight, defeating Pakistani fighter Ali Raza Nasir in just 90 seconds at the Gama International Fighting Championship in Tbilisi. The Commonwealth Heavyweight wrestling champion, known for his fitness advocacy, achieved the fastest win by any Indian fighter in the 93 kg division. Singh's transition from wrestling to mixed martial arts has been impressive, with his debut exceeding expectations in the India-Pakistan bout. Competing against eleven nations, his victory marks a significant achievement for India in the international MMA arena and cements his status as a versatile athlete.

At the Chess Olympiad 2024, the Indian chess team celebrated their historic achievement of winning gold medals in both men's and women's categories by recreating Rohit Sharma's famous T20 World Cup walk. After their victory on Sunday, team members proudly held the national flag while collecting their trophies. Tania Sachdev and D Gukesh led the celebration, mimicking the iconic walk, which was originally popularized by Lionel Messi after the 2022 FIFA World Cup. The successful performance of the Indian team marks a significant milestone in the country’s chess history and highlights their growing prominence in the sport.

Indian chess prodigy D Gukesh expressed immense pride after helping secure India's first-ever gold medal at the Chess Olympiad. The 18-year-old Grandmaster emphasized his commitment to the team, stating he was prepared to do "whatever it takes" for victory. India’s men’s team defeated Slovenia 3.5-0.5 in the final round, capping off a remarkable performance that included Gukesh's eight wins in 11 rounds. Both the men’s and women’s teams achieved gold, marking a historic double for India. Gukesh will next challenge Ding Liren for the world title but remained focused on the team's triumph.

India achieved a historic milestone by winning their 179th Test match, surpassing their total losses of 178 for the first time since their debut in 1932. The 280-run victory over Bangladesh in the first Test in Chennai was powered by Ravichandran Ashwin’s brilliant all-round performance, including a six-wicket haul in the second innings. Set a daunting target of 515, Bangladesh were bowled out for 234, with Najmul Hossain Shanto top-scoring for the visitors. India declared at 287/4 with centuries from Rishabh Pant and Shubman Gill, securing a 1-0 lead in the 2-match series.