Author: Gargi Raut

When people watch a Formula 1 race, they automatically assume that it’s the car doing all the hard work, but rarely do people know about the physical toll it would have on the driver, especially in extreme heat. Drivers endure immense physical strain during races; a single race results in drivers losing 2-3 kg of weight due to excessive sweating owing to the massive G force their bodies endure. This is intensified in particularly hot regions, especially the Gulf countries. The extreme conditions frequently push drivers beyond their physical limits. Reports of fainting, vomiting and the need for post-race medical…

Indian players, who are a part of the ongoing WBBL tournament continue to make their mark, some with notable performances that showcase their talent and adaptability. Here’s how they have fared so far: Jemimah Roadrigues (Brisbane Heat) The Indian top order batter has had a mixed tournament so far, with flashes of brilliance and moments of struggle. Her best performance so far came against the Adelaide Strikers where she smashed 61 runs off 40 balls. She has had one other impactful knock – a 45-run knock against the Hobart Hurricanes. Just like international cricket, Jemimah’s Achilles heel has been…

November 16, 2013, marked the end of an era in cricket. Sachin Tendulkar, the name that echoed in every home, in every alleyway of India, someone who was adored by the entire nation, bid adieu to the game. As I reflect on his career, I can’t help but think of how much of an impact he had on my own as a budding cricketer. For many Indians, Sachin was more than just a player donning the Indian jersey. He was a phenomenon. Growing up, I may not have witnessed his entire career live, but the echoes of his greatness were…

Star badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are all set to get a boost as Malaysian coach Tan Kim Her makes his much-anticipated return to the Indian fold. The duo, currently ranked among the world’s best, are all set to resume their training under Tan after Danish coach Mathias Boe left his post. Tan’s return with the Indian duo comes as no surprise as the Malaysian was instrumental in the duo’s success the last time around. His expertise and strategic coaching helped the duo’s rise on the global stage. The pair had achieved remarkable success under Tan’s mentorship, including…

Alpine (previously Renault) have confirmed that they have struck a deal with Mercedes for power units. Marking the end of an era, Alpine will no longer use their Renault-developed engines that have been a cornerstone of the team’s identity. From 2026, when new regulations kick in, Alpine will transition into a customer team and source their engines from Mercedes-Benz under a contract that extends till 2030. “The multi-year agreement will see Mercedes-Benz supply the BWT Alpine Formula One team with power units for the duration of the new regulation era, from 2026 until at least 2030,” confirmed Alpine in their…

F1 Academy has announced an incredible initiative for female race drivers participating in the racing series. It has been revealed that F1 Academy’s new Champion is all set to receive a fully-funded seat with Rodin Motorsport, along with a 20 day testing program with the GB3 car. F1 Academy, an all women’s racing series, led by Susie Wolf has focused on giving young women and girls high-level opportunities and resources to female drivers. The announcement is another major step by the Academy to foster female talent in what is a male-dominated sport. “At F1 Academy, we are striving to create…

The 5 WPL franchises have unveiled their retention list for the 2025 WPL season and fans are buzzing with excitement. Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched the trophy last season as Delhi Capitals finished runners-up for the second consecutive time. For the mini-auction, every team can retain up to 18 players, including 6 overseas players and have a purse of INR 15 crore. Although the auction dates haven’t been confirmed yet by the BCCI, the franchises revealed their retentions yesterday, let’s take a look: Royal Challengers Bengaluru When it comes to the defending champions, they have kept their core intact, starting…

In a double-whammy announcement, Kick Sauber announced on Wednesday that both Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu would leave the team at the end of 2024. The team stated that the conditions to continue with the drivers could not be met, and a mutual decision had been made. Both the drivers have struggled since joining the team three years ago, and neither has scored points in the 21 race weekends so far this season. The Swiss motorsport-engineering team will be rebranded as Audi in 2024, and have also confirmed the signing of F2 Championship leader, Gabriel Bortoleto who will race alongside…

Max Verstappen dazzled everyone with a rip-roaring performance at the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix as he manoeuvred through treacherous wet conditions, fought his way from P17 to the front of the grid and clinched the race win. The Dutchman had faced a series of penalties including a 10 second penalty from qualifying and a 10-place grid penalty for a new engine. Meanwhile, McLaren’s Lando Norris, who started from Pole position after a swap with teammate Oscar Piastri in qualifying that ensured Norris the pole, ended the race in a disappointing sixth position. The day was extra special for Alpine who…

In a shocking turn of events that many did not anticipate, India received a crushing 3-0 defeat at the hands of New Zealand, marking the first time in nearly 90 years that they had been whitewashed in a series of three or more Tests on home soil. The series, which included an innings of 46 all out, exposed a slew of vulnerabilities in the Indian batting lineup. KL Rahul who was dropped from the series for the last two matches following disappointing scores of 0 and 12 in the first Test, faced unrelenting criticism about his form and readiness. However,…