Gowda determined to shine in London despite money crunch

Ace discuss thrower Vikas Gowda says he is neither "distracted" by the scarcity of funds nor intimidated by the higher rankings of his rivals as the recent good results at the international stage......

'Doping menace more rampant among junior athletes'

Doping is more rampant among junior athletes than top ranked ones and the National Anti-Doping Agency should "tighten the screws" to curb the menace, Athletics Federation of India president Adille......

Reese Hoffa wins shot put gold

American Reese Hoffa shed forever the tag of the unknown shot putter when he hurled his way to a gold medal on the opening day of the World Championships.The world indoor champion, who used to wear......

Gatlin promises world record if necessary

Olympic 100 metres champion Justin Gatlin promised on Saturday that he would deliver a world record if one is required to win the gold medal at the 10th world championships this weekend. The Athens......

Helsinki attracts 32 Olympic champions

Despite several high-profile withdrawals in the past week 32 Olympic champions will take part in the 10th world championships opening in Helsinki on Saturday.After 22 years the event has returned......