Pranab Mukherjee congratulates Bhakti Sharma for world swimming record
President Pranab Mukherjee has congratulated Bhakti Sharma for setting a world record by swimming 1.4 miles in 52 minutes in the Antarctic Ocean. In his message, the President said, “I am delighted to know that you have set a world record by swimming 1.4 miles in 52 minutes in the Antarctic... read more »
Gilchrist brands de Villiers most valuable cricketer on planet
Former Australian wicket-keeper Adam Gilchrist has lavished praise on South Africa’s swashbuckling skipper AB de Villiers, describing him as the most valuable cricketer on the planet ahead of the World Cup next month. In an exclusive TV interviews with the ICC, which is available for free... read more »
Victoria Azarenka unseeded for Australian Open
Two-time champion Victoria Azarenka faces the prospect of drawing a top player in the first round at the Australian Open after missing out on a seeding Wednesday. Last year was one to forget for Azarenka — injuries to her left foot, then right knee and right foot restricted her to only 24... read more »
Cummins backs Warner to explode in World Cup
Australian fast bowler Patrick Cummins has backed teammate David Warner to prove his one-day doubters wrong in the upcoming cricket World Cup, tipping the explosive opening batsman to be the man to bring Australia their fifth title. Warner’s scintillating form in the Test arena over the past... read more »
