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Shashank Nair
Shashank Nair works as a sports journalist with Indian Express.
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Explained: Here’s how Cristiano Ronaldo’s whirlwind transfer to Manchester United played outSubscriber Only
August 28, 2021 00:28 IST
Manchester United swooped in to sign Ronaldo on Friday. Reportedly it was a call from Sir Alex Ferguson that changed the mind of the player who won the first of his five Ballon d'Ors at Old Trafford.
Thu, Sep 02, 2021
AIFF permits Anwar Ali to return to professional footballSubscriber Only
August 27, 2021 22:05 IST
Anwar Ali was barred from playing competitive football by the AIFF in 2019 after he was diagnosed with a rare heart condition called Apical Hypercardio Myopathy (HCM).
Sat, Aug 28, 2021
Vinesh Phogat banned for staying & training away from Indian team, apparel breach of contractSubscriber Only
August 10, 2021 18:12 IST
While Vinesh wasn’t staying with the Indian team in Tokyo, she was present in the Games Village and sticking to the schedule provided to her. There is no rule that states that she needed to train with her teammates. But her wearing a Nike singlet, and not the official Olympics-approved singlet, was a breach of contract.
Wed, Aug 11, 2021
After Olympic gold, Neeraj Chopra eyes World ChampionshipSubscriber Only
August 10, 2021 14:46 IST
Neeraj's fame skyrocketing has followed the same path of a career that six years ago was just beginning.
Wed, Aug 11, 2021
Tokyo conquered, Paris beckonsSubscriber Only
August 09, 2021 23:59 IST
Prodigies, surprise winners, breakthrough stars with potential to repeat success three years from now
Tue, Aug 10, 2021
Tokyo 2020: Making of a medalSubscriber Only
August 06, 2021 07:17 IST
From Karnal to Kochi, Imphal to Varanasi, India's history-makers assembled to complete comebacks after blood clots and injuries, honour their lineages, and end an excruciating 41-year-long wait.
Fri, Aug 05, 2022
Explained: How does a heart-rate monitor show the tension on an Olympic archer’s face?Subscriber Only
July 30, 2021 11:08 IST
The technology that tracks biometric data in real time is a first for the Olympics and archery.
Sat, Jul 31, 2021
Explained: What Manu Bhaker needs to do to be on 25m air pistol podiumSubscriber Only
July 29, 2021 20:30 IST
Manu Bhaker is currently participating in the qualification of her third and final event – the women’s 25m Air Pistol.
Sat, Jul 31, 2021
Manu Bhaker’s gun malfunction: Why manufacturer Morini and coach Ronak Pandit are at oddsSubscriber Only
July 28, 2021 09:20 IST
Manu Bhaker's gun malfunction during the 10m air pistol qualification event at the Tokyo Olympics has triggered a debate, and gun manufacturer Morini and Indian shooting coach Ronak Pandit are the latest to wade in.
Tue, Aug 03, 2021
Explained: Why US basketball team’s defeat to France is not such a huge surpriseSubscriber Only
July 26, 2021 13:52 IST
No LeBron James, or Steph Curry or Anthony Davis has impacted the team. In their five practice games, they slumped to three losses and have now lost against a French team that has five of their 12 players playing in the NBA, including the DPOY in Gobert.
Tue, Jul 27, 2021
Tokyo 2020: Favourites Chaudhary, Verma, Elavenil hit by nerves at crucial momentsSubscriber Only
July 24, 2021 21:17 IST
What Chaudhary and Verma have garnered here are certain moments and instances – ones that they will pore over with their coaches and reflect in private.
Sun, Jul 25, 2021
Mirabai Chanu wins silver at Tokyo Olympics: Why Manipur is churning out world-class weightliftersSubscriber Only
July 24, 2021 13:26 IST
Tokyo Olympics 2020 - Mirabai Chanu wins silver medal in weightlifting: Rice, sports club culture, and killer instinct help Manipur produce a world-class lifter like silver-medalist Chanu.
Fri, Jul 30, 2021
Fashion sense: How different countries decide their outfitsSubscriber Only
July 23, 2021 09:19 IST
A look at some of the unique uniforms that different countries will sport at the Tokyo Games.
Fri, Jul 23, 2021
The evolution of the butterflySubscriber Only
July 22, 2021 01:00 IST
The International Swimming Hall of Fame credits Australian swimmer Sydney Cavill for introducing the butterfly.
Thu, Jul 22, 2021
India’s medal count at the Tokyo Olympics: More than 2, but not double-digitSubscriber Only
July 21, 2021 11:01 IST
A look at some disciplines and athletes that have performed consistently at the international stage and would be in with a shot for a medal at the Tokyo Olympics.
Wed, Aug 11, 2021
The block that keeps the NBA Finals aliveSubscriber Only
July 15, 2021 20:47 IST
The Phoenix Suns have done well to win the first two games of these NBA Finals and were close to taking one of the two games on the road.
Thu, Jul 15, 2021
In PM’s Tokyo pep talk: Ice-cream for Sindhu and biopic on VineshSubscriber Only
July 14, 2021 03:11 IST
In a conversation with P V Sindhu, who famously had to lay off ice-cream in the run-up to silver at the Rio Olympics, Modi wondered if there was a similar restriction this time.
Wed, Jul 14, 2021
NBA Finals: How Giannis Antetokounmpo powered Bucks to Game 3 win against Phoenix SunsSubscriber Only
July 13, 2021 17:49 IST
The Milwaukee Bucks breathed life into the NBA Finals by winning the first of two home games 120-100 on the back of a 41-point, 13-rebound performance by Giannis Antetokounmpo
Tue, Jul 13, 2021
Explained: How Roberto Mancini has transformed Euro finalists ItalySubscriber Only
July 11, 2021 10:31 IST
As Roberto Mancini's team sets foot on Wembley today against England for the Euro 2020 trophy, it will be this growth that is set to be put to test.
Tue, Jul 13, 2021
NBA Finals: Chris Paul turns back clock to inspire Suns in Game 1Subscriber Only
July 07, 2021 19:26 IST
Chris Paul turned back the clock to sink in 32 points and make nine assists, as the Suns recorded a 118-105 win.
Wed, Jul 07, 2021
NBA final explained: Bucks play Suns in unlikely finalSubscriber Only
July 06, 2021 09:24 IST
As unlikely finalists as they may be, the Bucks and Suns have deserved to get this far. After all, they did beat the highly-favoured and star-studded Los Angeles Lakers and Brooklyn Nets respectively.
Tue, Jul 06, 2021
Explained: Why the Ronaldo-Fernandes combination is Portugal’s best bet against Belgium todaySubscriber Only
June 27, 2021 10:26 IST
How does Fernandes operate for his club? How does Ronaldo’s position affect Fernandes in the Portuguese setup? Can Ronaldo and Fernandes co-exist in the same team?
Mon, Jun 28, 2021
Igor Stimac counts obstacles in path of Indian football’s progressSubscriber Only
June 19, 2021 09:04 IST
Igor Stimac explains why progress for Indian football on the international stage can’t be achieved overnight.
Sat, Jun 19, 2021
Flair and curlers light up Copa AmericaSubscriber Only
June 16, 2021 03:05 IST
A timeless classic from Lionel Messi and an intricately designed web of passes borne from a set-piece by Colombia are a reminder of the quality on display at the Copa America in Brazil.
Wed, Jun 16, 2021
India achieve the bare minimum, qualify for Round 3 of Asian Cup qualifiersSubscriber Only
June 15, 2021 23:36 IST
Both goals were scored by Afghanistan players as goalkeeper Ovays Azizi dropped a routine catch into his own goal in the 75th minute to give the Indians the lead.
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