India’s campaign at the Australian Open 2025 saw a series of early exits across multiple categories, with no player advancing beyond the first or second round in singles and doubles events. While there were some strong individual efforts, especially in the mixed doubles, it was ultimately a challenging tournament for the Indian contingent. Here’s a…
The Australia Open is one of the four Grand Slam tournaments, alongside the French Open, Wimbledon, and the US Open, making it one of the most prestigious events in tennis. Held annually in Melbourne, it marks the beginning of the tennis calendar and is highly coveted by players across the globe due to its grand…
Team Asia won the inaugural Waldner Cup in Oslo, Norway, on Sunday by beating team world with a score of 14-10. This tournament was established by Barcelona 1992 Olympic gold medallist Jan Ove Waldner of Sweden. Team Asia featured a stellar lineup, including Ma Long, a six-time Olympic gold medalist, and Chen Meng, the reigning…
The Waldner Cup 2024, an innovative table tennis event in Oslo from December 13 to 15, will spotlight a “Team Asia vs. Team World” competition and has Indian star paddler Manika Batra Featuring a mix of legendary and rising stars, it is captained by Ma Long for Asia and Jan-Ove Waldner for the World. The…
The 2024 China Masters promises to be a highly competitive event, attracting some of the top badminton players from around the world, all looking for crucial ranking points and a strong finish to their season. For India, however, this tournament carries added importance at a time when the country’s badminton scene is undergoing a period…
The year 2024 has been nothing short of extraordinary for Malvika Bansod. At 23 years old, Malvika has shown remarkable poise, skill, and determination, emerging as one of the most promising athletes in the sport. With a string of stellar performances across major tournaments, she is quickly becoming a name to watch in the badminton…
