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Tejas Dhingra of Beeya’s Riding Facility successfully defended his National Championship title at the National Equestrian Championship (Show Jumping) 2024-25, held at Modi Equestrian Academy, Meerut, on Sunday. Dhingra, the reigning champion, secured his victory with 16 points in the Championship Tour, finishing ahead of joint runners-up Amar Sarin of Tarc Equestrian Centre and Ashray Butta of EGC Stables, who shared the second-place honours. Meanwhile, it was a moment of double delight for Yashaan Zubin Khambatta of Tarc Equestrian Centre, who reigned victorious in both the Novice and Medium Tours. Sehaj Singh Virk and Abhishek Chopra shared second place in…

Swapnil Mukherjee James Rodriguez is spearheading Colombia’s charge for their second Copa America title, and the 32-year-old playmaker is in scintillating form. With five assists in the tournament so far, he has equalled Lionel Messi’s record for most assists in a single edition. Rodriguez’s masterclass performance in Colombia’s 5-0 quarter-final win over Panama showcased his exceptional skill and vision. He provided a pinpoint corner for the opener, scored an emphatic penalty, and then showcased his quick thinking to assist Colombia’s third goal. The Colombian maestro has overcome a tumultuous journey to reach the top, struggling to replicate his Golden Boot-winning…

The Netherlands produced a dominant display to thrash Romania 3-0 and secure their place in the Euro 2024 quarter-finals. The match, played at the Allianz Arena in Munich in front of 68,000, marked a significant turnaround for the Dutch side after a lacklustre group stage performance. Under the guidance of manager Ronald Koeman, the Netherlands took control of the game from the outset, dictating the tempo with some crisp passing and fluid movements. Memphis Depay’s pre-match comments about the tournament “starting now” rang true, as the Dutch kept Romania on the back foot. Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo, the tournament’s leading scorer,…

Franz Beckenbauer’s indelible mark on football history extends far beyond his popularisation of the libero position and his instrumental role in establishing Bayern Munich as a powerhouse in German football. As one of only three individuals to win the World Cup both as a player and a manager, Beckenbauer’s legacy is truly exceptional. His iconic nickname, “Der Kaiser”, adds a layer of mystique to his persona, evoking both authority and respect. The origin of the appellation remains a subject of debate, with some attributing it to a photo session next to an emperor’s bust, and others linking it to an…

-Swapnil Mukherjee FC Barcelona won their first La Liga title under Xavi Hernandez, and the club’s first in four years, when they beat Espanyol, their cross-town rivals, 4-2 in the derbi on Sunday evening. Victory was doubly sweet as it left Espanyol in 19th place, four points adrift of safety with just four matches remaining. Barcelona’s 27th La Liga crown – only Real Madrid, with 35, have more – was sealed at the RCDE Stadium thanks to two first-half strikes from Robert Lewandowski, and further goals from the defensive duo of Alejandro Balde and Jules Kounde. At full time, Barca’s…