Justin Gatlin hoping for ''fastest race ever'' at 2016 Rio Olympics
Justin Gatlin said he hoped to be a part of the fastest ever 100 metre sprint at this year`s Olympics after winning an exhibition event in Rio de Janeiro.
Jun 06, 2016, 14:19 PM IST
Mo Farah breaks 34-year-old British record, dedicates to his hero Muhammad Ali
The reigning 5,000m Olympic champion clocked seven minutes 32.62 seconds to beat Dave Moorcroft's 34-year-old record.
Jun 06, 2016, 04:29 AM IST
Laishram Devendro, Vikas Krishan to lead 9-member Indian team at 2016 Rio Olympic qualifier at Baku
The finalists in the light-flyweight and flyweight divisions will qualify for the Olympics, while the top-five will get Rio berths in the remaining eight weight divisions.
Jun 03, 2016, 00:47 AM IST
Vijender Singh in no mood for Olympics, but Amir Khan keen to represent Pakistan in 2016 Rio Games
Professional boxers who are willing to compete in Rio will have to first qualify in a tournament to be held in Venezuela in early July.
Jun 02, 2016, 23:59 PM IST
Pro boxers allowed in Olympics but Vijender Singh won't be there in Rio Games – Find out why!
In a landmark decision, AIBA threw the Olympic doors open for professional boxers.
Jun 01, 2016, 16:38 PM IST
Narsingh Yadav selection over Sushil Kumar for 2016 Rio Olympics was fair: WFI tells HC
Narsingh Yadav is the best wrestler, as compared to Sushil Kumar, to represent the country in 74kg category for the upcoming Rio Olympics, the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) told the Delhi High Court, and added that the selection has been made in a fair and transparent manner.
May 27, 2016, 19:44 PM IST
Defiant Russia name dope-tainted Maria Sharapova in 2016 Rio Olympics tennis squad
The former world number one was suspended from competitions as of March 12 after testing positive for banned substance Meldonium.
May 26, 2016, 17:29 PM IST
Shooter Heena Sidhu misses out on final berth
Heena finished 12th out of 104 shooters in the eventual standings but will be pleased at having shot a high score ahead of the all-important Olympics.
May 25, 2016, 20:21 PM IST
Tintu Luka aiming to run under two-minute races: P T Usha
The legendary P T Usha, who is Luka's coach, said that her protege had started the season well with a 2.01s race compared to her usual start of 2.03s.
May 24, 2016, 20:14 PM IST
Understanding Olympics qualification: How MC Mary Kom can still go to Rio 2016, with some luck
In women’s boxing, “tripartite invitations” will be given to each of the three divisions.
May 22, 2016, 19:40 PM IST
Boxer Laishram Sarita Devi fails to qualify for Olympics
Lightweight pugilist Sarita (60 kg), a former world champion, lost 0-3 to Mexican Victoria Torres.
May 21, 2016, 20:41 PM IST
Brother of Brussels suicide bomber set for 2016 Rio Olympics
You don`t choose your family," Mourad remarked.
May 21, 2016, 18:05 PM IST
Ashamed and sorry! Russian sports minister apologises over doping, pleads for Rio entry
Russian athletics faces a battle to compete at the Olympics in Rio in August.
May 15, 2016, 19:16 PM IST
Shanghai Diamond League: Sudha Singh smashes 3000m steeplechase national record
Sudha clocked 9 minute 26.55 seconds.
May 14, 2016, 18:49 PM IST
Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Sakshi Malik qualify for 2016 Rio Olympics
Phogat was earlier disqualified from the 1st World Olympic Qualifying event for being overweight.
May 07, 2016, 17:47 PM IST
India's Olympic farce: After Vinesh Phogat, another overweight wrestler disqualified
Gurpreet weighed 500gm more than what was stipulated to be eligible for the Greco-Roman 75kg category competition.
May 06, 2016, 18:42 PM IST
Olympics-bound Tintu Luka wins gold in 800m, triple jumper Mayookha Johny injured
National record holder and Asian champion Luka, representing Railways, clocked a moderate 2:01.84 to defend her title.
Apr 30, 2016, 23:12 PM IST
Federation Cup National Athletics: Lalita Babar sets national mark, Sudha Singh joins her in 2016 Rio Olympics 3000m steeple
Rajiv Arokiya set the second national record of the day while winning the gold in men's 400m race.
Apr 29, 2016, 21:43 PM IST
No comments! Virat Kohli on Salman Khan as goodwill ambassador for Indian contingent at Rio Olympics
IOA's appointment of Salman as the goodwill ambassador for Indian contingent at 2016 Rio Olympics had sparked controversy.
Apr 29, 2016, 18:41 PM IST
Did 'Sultan' shoot disrupt Indian athletes' Olympic practice session at JLN Stadium? Here's what happened...
The Bollywood superstar appears to have given more ammunition to his critics.
Apr 29, 2016, 08:40 AM IST
