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Ready for an upgrade! India's 2018 CWG medallists who are set to rewrite the history books in Birmingham
With the backing of government schemes, more infrastructure, better coaching and facilities, raw talent from different nooks and corners of the country have been discovered and honed and that has in turn reflected in the performance of the nation on the world stage. Be it at the Olympics, the Asian Games, the Commonwealth Games or any other major multi-sporting stage, Indian athletes are raising the bar with every passing competition and bringing never-seen-before glory and joy to the country. After a rocking performance at the COVID-delayed Olympics in 2021 (India's best ever), the focus is now on the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham where over 200 fired-up Indian athletes will be gunning for podium finishes.
'Massive for us' - Bolton defender pinpoints Wanderers summer transfer window achievements
Bolton Wanderers vice-captain Gethin Jones believes the Whites squad looks 'really strong' ahead of the new season and mentioned keeping the quality they already had as well as the acquisitions made this summer.
Neeraj Chopra Pulls Out Of CWG Due To Injury In Huge Setback For India
Ace javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been ruled out of the upcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham due to injury sustained during the World Athletics Championships, according to a statement by Indian Olympic Association (IOA). Neeraj, who won a silver medal with a throw of 88.13 metres on Sunday in Oregon, sustained an injury during his performance at the World Championships and that is why he will not be able to defend his gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
'Keeper' of Indian hockey team's fortunes: PR Sreejesh ready for memorable CWG swansong
At 34 and in the twilight zone, all that is left for Sreejesh is to tick a couple of boxes in a career that has been filled with numerous ups and a few downs. A second Olympic medal wrapped around his neck with the gigantic Eiffel Tower looming over him is an ultimate dream but for now, he wants to be that safe 'check-post' in what will be his third and last Commonwealth Games. "The life was always not the same. It was always full of ups and downs. I had some really good matches as well some real bad outings. I had a bad start to my career, then gradually, I have risen up the ranks to become India's No.1 keeper," Sreejesh told PTI in an interview.
Gabby Logan: 'Euro 2022 & Commonwealth Games has put women's sport front and centre'
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See thee rise: Canada is sending big names and new stars to Birmingham 2022
The Commonwealth Games may not carry the prestige of an Olympics, or even a world championship.