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MotoGP Riders Give Thumbs Up To Track Layout Ahead Of India Race

Majority of safety concerns for riders ahead of the inaugural MotoGP round in India have been unfounded as they are looking forward to race at the Buddh International Circuit. The track, which hosted Formula 1 races from 2011 to 2013, has been modified to suit the requirements of two-wheel racing. The modification includes extension of the gravel traps around the track to make it safer for riders in case they go off it. Air fences and foam barriers have also been installed to ensure riders' safety. The Formula 1 track layout had 16 turns at the BIC but the one for MotoGP will have 13. The track has one of the longest straights on the calendar, thus increasing the possibility of riders touching the record speed of 370kmph.

Visa Issues Hit Inaugural MotoGP Race in India

Some of the riders and team officials bound for the inaugural MotoGP round in India, including six-time champion Marc Marquez, are awaiting their visas ahead of the race this weekend. Sources in Repsol Honda Team confirmed to PTI that the arrival of its riders Marquez and Joan Mir in India has been delayed due to visa issues. Both the Spanish drivers were scheduled to attend a promotional event near Delhi on Wednesday but now that visit stands cancelled.

Visa Issues Hit Inaugural MotoGP Race in India

Some of the riders and team officials bound for the inaugural MotoGP round in India, including six-time champion Marc Marquez, are awaiting their visas ahead of the race this weekend. Sources in Repsol Honda Team confirmed to PTI that the arrival of its riders Marquez and Joan Mir in India has been delayed due to visa issues. Both the Spanish drivers were scheduled to attend a promotional event near Delhi on Wednesday but now that visit stands cancelled.

Asian Games Athletes' Committee Poll: Saina Nehwal Set To Win Uncontested

Olympic bronze medal-winning Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal is set to win uncontested from the South Asia Zone in the first-ever Athletes Committee poll of the upcoming Asian Games. For the first time in history, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is conducting a poll among athletes to elect 10 members of the Athletes' Committee. The London 2012 Olympics bronze medalist's name was on Saturday chosen as the sole nominee from among 26 nominations to compete for 10 positions. "The athletes will be voting for 10 members of the Athletes' Committee -- one female and one male from each of the five OCA zones: West Asia, Central Asia, South Asia, South East Asia and East Asia," the OCA stated.

Hangzhou Asian Games Village Inaugurated

The Hangzhou Asian Games Village was inaugurated in China on Saturday with acting director general of the Olympic Council of Asia, Vinod Kumar Tiwari, describing it as "beautiful and outstanding" during the opening ceremony. In front of government leaders and officials of the Hangzhou Asian Games Organising Committee, Tiwari said he had been visiting Hangzhou for eight years and had always been impressed with the plans and preparations for the 19th edition of the mega event.

Asian Games Athletes' Committee Poll: Saina Nehwal Set To Win Uncontested

Olympic bronze medal-winning Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal is set to win uncontested from the South Asia Zone in the first-ever Athletes Committee poll of the upcoming Asian Games. For the first time in history, the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is conducting a poll among athletes to elect 10 members of the Athletes' Committee. The London 2012 Olympics bronze medalist's name was on Saturday chosen as the sole nominee from among 26 nominations to compete for 10 positions. "The athletes will be voting for 10 members of the Athletes' Committee -- one female and one male from each of the five OCA zones: West Asia, Central Asia, South Asia, South East Asia and East Asia," the OCA stated.

ISL 2023-24 Clashes With Asian Games As Organisers Announce Schedule Amid Doubts Over Release Of Players By Clubs

The Indian Super League schedule was announced on Thursday amid doubts over the release of a few India players by clubs for the Asian Games later this month. The league clashes with the Hangzhou Asian Games where the football competition begins on September 19 and continues till October 7. The ISL 2023-24 kicks off on September 21 with the match between Kerala Blasters and Bengaluru FC in Kochi. League organisers FSDL announced the fixtures of the first half of the ISL till December 29. The 12-team ISL, now the country's top-tier league, will be in its 10th edition.

Watch: India's Ex-F1 Driver Karun Chandhok Survives 'Scary Moment' As Car Catches Fire During Race

Ex-F1 driver Karun Chandhok escaped a serious injury during a race at the 2023 Goodwood Revival on Saturday. Chandhok's car caught fire and took a round to make things tough for him. However, the Indian driver showed amazing reflexes to control his car and a great presence of mind to take it off the circuit. Chandhok took his car to the grass off the road and then quickly made his way out of the racing vehicle. While the incident was horrific, the moves from Chandhok were simply flawless.

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MotoGP Riders Give Thumbs Up To Track Layout Ahead Of India Race

Visa Issues Hit Inaugural MotoGP Race in India

Visa Issues Hit Inaugural MotoGP Race in India

Asian Games Athletes' Committee Poll: Saina Nehwal Set To Win Uncontested

Hangzhou Asian Games Village Inaugurated

Asian Games Athletes' Committee Poll: Saina Nehwal Set To Win Uncontested

ISL 2023-24 Clashes With Asian Games As Organisers Announce Schedule Amid Doubts Over Release Of Players By Clubs

Watch: India's Ex-F1 Driver Karun Chandhok Survives 'Scary Moment' As Car Catches Fire During Race