News for '-world-champion'

Historic! Sheetal Devi Shatters Another Ceiling in Indian Archery

Historic! Sheetal Devi Shatters Another Ceiling in Indian Archery

Rediff.com6 Nov 2025

Qualifies for India's able-bodied archery team for Asia Cup

Indian boxers on a roll at World Cup Finals

Indian boxers on a roll at World Cup Finals

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

Hitesh beats former world champion Okazawa, Indian boxers continue to dominate at World Cup Finals

Abu Dhabi Set For F1's Three-Way Title Showdown!

Abu Dhabi Set For F1's Three-Way Title Showdown!

Rediff.com3 Dec 2025

Formula One will crown its champion in Abu Dhabi on Sunday with McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri both seeking to dethrone Red Bull's Max Verstappen and deny the Dutchman his fifth title in a row.

Italy rout Spain to complete historic Davis Cup hat-trick!

Italy rout Spain to complete historic Davis Cup hat-trick!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2025

Italy captured a remarkable third consecutive Davis Cup title on Sunday with Matteo Berrettini and Flavio Cobolli winning their singles matches for a 2-0 triumph over Spain.

Is Gukesh Being Targeted For His Achievement?

Is Gukesh Being Targeted For His Achievement?

Rediff.com7 Sep 2025

'I see an unjust personal attack by some players, probably due to sheer jealousy.'

Post surgery, Manasi Joshi Sets Sights on World Championships

Post surgery, Manasi Joshi Sets Sights on World Championships

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

'In general, I needed a short break from sports because I had worked extremely hard for the Paralympics. I was happy with my performance, but not winning a medal left me a little disappointed. I channelled my energy into other things... overall, the past year has been wonderful in its own way.'

India's Aishwarya Pissay races into W2RC history

India's Aishwarya Pissay races into W2RC history

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'I'm proud to represent India and Asia at this level'

Norris takes Mexico pole to up pressure on Piastri

Norris takes Mexico pole to up pressure on Piastri

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Norris had shown his pace in final practice when he became the third different driver to top the timesheets in the three sessions, punching out an impressive lap 0.345 faster than anyone else.

Pistol shooter Esha claims bronze at World Championships

Pistol shooter Esha claims bronze at World Championships

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Esha's effort came as India wrapped up engagements in the 10-Olympic events on schedule at the World Championships, with a historic haul of one gold, three silver and three bronze medals.

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

I'm World Champion, but Magnus is the best: D Gukesh

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

D Gukesh reflects on his historic world chess championship victory

Key moments of the 2025 Formula One season

Key moments of the 2025 Formula One season

Rediff.com7 Dec 2025

Here's a look at some key moments which helped decide the championship fight.

Asian Archery C'ships: Deepika, Ankita pull off upsets

Asian Archery C'ships: Deepika, Ankita pull off upsets

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

Deepika, Dhiraj lead India's charge in Asian Archery Championship

Anand, Kasparov renew rivalry in Clutch Chess duel

Anand, Kasparov renew rivalry in Clutch Chess duel

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Anand and Kasparov last duelled in 2021 at the Zagreb Grand Chess Tour Blitz, where Anand won both their games.

Gukesh, Erigaisi lead FIDE World Cup seeds

Gukesh, Erigaisi lead FIDE World Cup seeds

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

FIDE World Cup: Gukesh seeded top, Erigaisi, Praggnanandhaa second and third

Gukesh stunned as USA crush India 5-0 in Checkmate

Gukesh stunned as USA crush India 5-0 in Checkmate

Rediff.com5 Oct 2025

Hikaru Nakamura stunned world champion D Gukesh as India were whitewashed 0-5 by USA in the first Checkmate, an evening of chess presented as a live arena spectacle in Arlington, USA.

Former middleweight champ Golovkin to run for World Boxing presidency

Former middleweight champ Golovkin to run for World Boxing presidency

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Kazakhstan's Gennady Golovkin will run as a candidate in the election for President of World Boxing, the former middleweight world champion said in a statement on Friday.

McLaren's Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

McLaren's Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

Rediff.com23 Nov 2025

The two McLaren drivers were ruled out for excessive skid plank wear hours after the race had ended and the podium champagne been sprayed.

F1: Can Ferrari recapture Mexico magic?

F1: Can Ferrari recapture Mexico magic?

Rediff.com24 Oct 2025

Lewis Hamilton hopes Ferrari can repeat last year's Mexican Grand Prix triumph this weekend.

Sindhu won't compete for remainder of 2025 season

Sindhu won't compete for remainder of 2025 season

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'After consulting closely with my team and with the guidance of the incredible Dr Pardiwala, we felt it was best for me to withdraw from all remaining BWF Tour events in 2025.'

Vidit Gujrathi dumped out of World Chess Cup

Vidit Gujrathi dumped out of World Chess Cup

Rediff.com9 Nov 2025

Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi bowed out of the World Chess Cup after a 2.5-3.5 loss to Sam Shankland of United States in the second set of tie-break games of third round, in Panjim on Sunday.

Abhay goes down fighting in Qatar Classic

Abhay goes down fighting in Qatar Classic

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

Abhay, 27, a multiple Asian Games medallist, will next play in a PSA Bronze event in New York from October 5.

PIX: South Africa implode after steady start on Day 1

PIX: South Africa implode after steady start on Day 1

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

With Bumrah leading the charge, India prised out five wickets in the second session to snuff out South Africa's hopes of reaching the 200 mark.

Golden homecoming for Jaismine after world triumph

Golden homecoming for Jaismine after world triumph

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Nupur Sheoran (80+kg) and the seasoned Pooja Rani (80kg) signed off with silver and bronze medals respectively in non-Olympic weight categories.

Dhol beats, sweets mark Amanjot and Harleen's return

Dhol beats, sweets mark Amanjot and Harleen's return

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

World champions Amanjot and Harleen get grand welcome in Chandigarh

FIDE World Cup: Arjun vs Aronian; Harikrishna faces Martinez

FIDE World Cup: Arjun vs Aronian; Harikrishna faces Martinez

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Grandmaster Arjun Erigaisi will take on an in-form Levon Aronian of Armenia, while P Harikrishna will have to tackle giant-killer Jose Eduardo Martinez Alacantara of Mexico in the pre-quarterfinals of the World Cup in Panaji, Goa.

Shafali, Deepti shine in India's historic World Cup triumph

Shafali, Deepti shine in India's historic World Cup triumph

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

Deepti Sharma and Shafali Verma guided India to a historic 52-run victory over South Africa which saw the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 hosts lift the trophy for the first time.

Chaos in Brazil! Norris triumphs, Piastri crashes out

Chaos in Brazil! Norris triumphs, Piastri crashes out

Rediff.com8 Nov 2025

Lando Norris stretched his Formula One championship lead to nine points after winning Saturday's Sao Paulo sprint while McLaren teammate and title rival Oscar Piastri crashed in a big blow to the Australian's bid to get back on top.

Hylo Open: Kiran George stuns world No.13; Lakshya in QFs

Hylo Open: Kiran George stuns world No.13; Lakshya in QFs

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Lakshya, the 2021 World Championships bronze medallist, eased past compatriot S Subramanian 21-14, 21-11, while Rakshitha overcame Shriyanshi Valishetty 19-21, 21-8, 21-13 in another all-Indian contest that clocked 58 minutes.

'It Wasn't A Dream. We Are World Champions'

'It Wasn't A Dream. We Are World Champions'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

A heartwarming image went viral, capturing Suryakumar Yadav celebrating with the World Cup trophy alongside his wife Devisha Shetty.

Nepal Make History With Shock Win Over West Indies

Nepal Make History With Shock Win Over West Indies

Rediff.com28 Sep 2025

Nepal made history on Saturday, shocking the West Indies by 19 runs in the first T20 International of the three-match series between the countries in Sharjah. It is their first-ever victory over a Full Member across formats.

Historic Lows, Ugly Numbers! The Decline Under Gambhir

Historic Lows, Ugly Numbers! The Decline Under Gambhir

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

The aura of home advantage -- long regarded as a hallmark of India's Test side -- seemed secure. But in barely over a year, that fortress has not just cracked, it has collapsed, raising uncomfortable questions about strategy, selection, and temperament.

World Archery Youth Championships: Sharvari strikes gold as India bag 8 medals

World Archery Youth Championships: Sharvari strikes gold as India bag 8 medals

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

The 16-year-old is just the third Indian woman to become the under-18 recurve World champion after Deepika Kumari (2011) and Komalika Bari (2021).

Will World Champions India travel to Maldives?

Will World Champions India travel to Maldives?

Rediff.com8 Jul 2024

The recently-crowned T20 world champion Indian cricket team has been invited to celebrate its triumph in Maldives by

Pistol glory! Mukesh, Tejaswani fire India to No.1

Pistol glory! Mukesh, Tejaswani fire India to No.1

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

Mukesh Nelavalli won the men's 25m pistol gold, while Tejaswani Singh clinched silver in the women's category in the same event

Can Harmanpreet's India repeat 2017 magic vs Australia?

Can Harmanpreet's India repeat 2017 magic vs Australia?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

India will search for a spark of magic reminiscent of skipper Harmanpreet Kaur's legendary knock eight years ago as they take on the mighty Australia in the World Cup semi-final on Thursday.

Teen climbs balcony to meet Babar... then what happened?

Teen climbs balcony to meet Babar... then what happened?

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

The teenager, who attempted to break into the Pakistan dressing room balcony after breaching the security barriers at the Gaddafi stadium in a bid to meet with his hero Babar Azam, has been released from custody by the police after a reprimand.

Chess WC: Arjun, Harikrishna enter last 16; Pragg bows out

Chess WC: Arjun, Harikrishna enter last 16; Pragg bows out

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Grandmasters Arjun Erigaisi and P Harikrishna had another good day as they sent veteran Peter Leko of Hungary and Swede Nils Grandelius packing in the fourth-round tiebreaker at the Chess World Cup, in Panaji on Thursday.

India's Velkumar scripts history with World Skating gold

India's Velkumar scripts history with World Skating gold

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday lauded Velkumar for his efforts.

WC: Erigaisi logs third straight win; Gukesh held

WC: Erigaisi logs third straight win; Gukesh held

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

Harikrishna continued his success story with the seasoned Grandmaster, who famously assisted Gukesh in the World Championship title match, showcasing his skills as a brilliant attacker.

Hamilton closer than ever to first podium with Ferrari

Hamilton closer than ever to first podium with Ferrari

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

Monday will be the anniversary of Ferrari's last Formula One victory and Leclerc, who was on provisional pole until Norris put in a storming late lap, said it would mean a lot to win.