India secured a 4-1 victory over South Korea in the semifinal of the Asian Champions Trophy 2024, advancing to the final against China. Uttam Singh opened the scoring in the 13th minute, followed by Harmanpreet Singh’s double strikes in the 19th and 45th minutes, and a goal from Jarmanpreet Singh in the 32nd minute. Korea’s Jihun Yang scored their only goal in the 33rd minute. Defending champions India continued their impressive run in the tournament, dominating the semifinal and setting up a final clash with host China. The final will take place in Hulunbuir, China.

In the 45th Chess Olympiad, the Indian men secured a 3-1 victory over Azerbaijan, led by stellar performances from D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi, maintaining a perfect score of 10 points. Praggnanandhaa and Vidit Gujrathi played draws to complete the triumph. The Indian women's team edged Kazakhstan 2.5-1.5, with R Vaishali and Vantika Agarwal securing crucial wins. Despite D Harika’s loss to Bibisara Assaubayeva, the team joined Armenia and Mongolia in the lead with 10 points. Next, the Indian women will face Armenia in a highly anticipated clash.

India defeated South Korea 4-1 in the Asian Champions Trophy hockey semi-final in Hulunbuir, China. Captain Harmanpreet Singh scored two goals, while Uttam Singh and Jermanpreet Singh each added one to secure the win. India's aggressive play, including 20 circle entries, overwhelmed South Korea. Korea managed to score through Yang Jihun in the third quarter, but couldn't keep up with India’s dominant performance. India will now face hosts China in the final on Tuesday, September 17, after China stunned Pakistan in the other semi-final.

Olympic shooter Manu Bhaker has been appointed as the brand ambassador for Golden Bullet, a leading tools brand by Industrial Tools Corporation. Bhaker, who made history as the first Indian athlete to win two medals in a single Olympics, claimed bronze medals in the 10m air pistol and 10m air-pistol mixed-team events at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Golden Bullet praised Bhaker’s precision and success, stating she embodies the brand’s values. Bhaker’s partnership with the company reflects her growing influence beyond sports, solidifying her as a symbol of excellence and precision.

In a dramatic fourth round at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest, India's Gukesh surged to the 5th spot in the live FIDE rankings following a decisive win against Serbian GM Alexandr Predke. He joins Arjun Erigaisi, ranked 4th, and Praggnanandhaa, now 10th, making three Indian players in the top 10. India defeated Serbia 3.5-0.5, consolidating their position in the standings. Major upsets occurred as top-seeded USA lost to Ukraine and defending champions Uzbekistan fell to Vietnam. These results underscore a dynamic and competitive tournament.

Navdeep Singh, Paralympic gold medalist in men's javelin F41 at the 2024 Paris Games, opened up about the harsh criticism he faced due to dwarfism. In a heartfelt podcast, Navdeep revealed being told, “Tu suicide kar le,” by those who doubted his abilities. Instead of breaking him, these words fueled his determination. His incredible throw of 47.32 meters earned him gold, marking a historic moment for India. Navdeep also became emotional as he remembered his late father, who supported him throughout his journey.

India's Neeraj Chopra secured second place at the Diamond League Final 2024 in Brussels on September 14, falling just short of victory. Chopra's best throw of 87.86 meters was narrowly behind Grenada’s Anderson Peters, who won with a throw of 87.87 meters. This marks Chopra's second consecutive runner-up finish at the Diamond League. Despite a strong performance and a season-best throw, Chopra couldn't surpass Peters' initial lead. The competition, held at the King Baudouin Stadium, concluded Chopra’s season, which also saw him win silver at the Paris Olympics.

Saudi Arabian footballer Fahad Al Muwallad, captain of Al-Shabab, was hospitalized after falling from the second-floor balcony of his Dubai home on Thursday morning. The 30-year-old sustained multiple fractures and is receiving treatment in the intensive care unit at Rashid Hospital. His club, Al-Shabab, confirmed the incident but did not disclose details of his injuries. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fall, including reviewing street and home camera footage. Al Muwallad, a former Al-Ittihad player, is the first Saudi footballer to have played in Spain’s La Liga and recently featured in Saudi Arabia’s World Cup qualifying matches.

India defeated Pakistan 2-1 in the Asian Champions Trophy, maintaining their unbeaten run with a fifth consecutive win. Pakistan initially led in the first quarter, but Indian captain Harmanpreet Singh equalized with a penalty corner and then scored again in the second quarter to give India a 2-1 lead. Despite Pakistan's attempts to regain control in the third quarter, they could not convert their opportunities. India’s defense held strong, securing the victory and continuing their impressive campaign in the tournament. This win reaffirms India’s strong performance and position in the ongoing Asian Champions Trophy.

Indian para-athlete Sandeep Chaudhary, who finished fourth for the third time in a row at the Paralympics, remains undeterred. Speaking to Prime Minister Modi during a meet-up with Paralympians, Sandeep said his successive fourth-place finishes, including in Paris 2024, are motivating him for the next Games in Los Angeles 2028. He encouraged fellow athletes to persist, using his experience as an example. Modi praised Sandeep’s positive outlook. India ended the Paris Paralympics with 29 medals, including 7 golds, setting a new national record.