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Grand opening, conditions applySubscriber Only

February 8, 2014 02:06 IST

Gala ceremony, barring minor glitch, gets focus back on Winter Games from politics, protests.

My children were bullied after Armstrong saga, says WigginsSubscriber Only

February 8, 2014 00:42 IST

Kids forced to shift schools after students ask if knighted cyclist was on drugs too.

a snowstorm of protestsSubscriber Only

February 7, 2014 01:27 IST

Sochi Winter Games kick off Friday even as Russia’s ban on “gay propaganda” continues.

Carlsen tops, puts down a markerSubscriber Only

February 6, 2014 02:54 IST

Five-time World champion Viswanathan Anand continued to struggle with his form and had to be content with a fifth-place finish after a poor show in the rapid section of the Zurich Chess Challenge that concluded here. Staying joint fourth spot on four points after the Classical games, Anand could manage just one point out of […]

Cool Runnings 2.0 in SochiSubscriber Only

February 6, 2014 02:35 IST

The loaning of equipment is reminiscent of the 1993 hit film starring John Candy based on the exploits of Jamaica’s four-man team which competed at the 1988 Calgary Games.

Against Carlsen, Anand proves equal to the taskSubscriber Only

February 5, 2014 04:01 IST

The game was drawn in 21 moves and the two played a compensatory rapid game that was won by the Israeli.

Delhi HC to hear PIL against IOA electionSubscriber Only

February 5, 2014 03:06 IST

A petition against the anointment of N Ramachandran and Rajiv Mehta as the next Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president and secretary general is to be heard in the Delhi High Court on Wednesday. Chief Justice NV. Ramana is scheduled to hear the arguments by the petitioner Hemanshu Chaturvedi, who filed the Public Interest Litigation on […]

Found disoriented on street, Thorpe checks into rehab for depressionSubscriber Only

February 4, 2014 04:52 IST

In his autobiography, published last year, Thorpe said “not even my family is aware that I’ve spent a lot of my life battling what I can only describe as crippling depression.”

First impressions from Sochi: Shiva says records will fallSubscriber Only

February 4, 2014 04:49 IST

As an Olympic veteran, Shiva knows the dynamics in the village better than most Indian athletes.

Stadler wins Phoenix Open for maiden PGA titleSubscriber Only

February 4, 2014 04:46 IST

Stadler and his father Craig, who won the 1982 Masters along with 12 other PGA Tour titles, became the ninth father-son combination to triumph on the U.S. circuit.

Seattle Seahawks crush Denver Broncos to win Super Bowl titleSubscriber Only

February 3, 2014 09:12 IST

Seahawks also recovered two fumbles in the lopsided contest that gave them their first Super Bowl crown in their 37 seasons.

Viswanathan Anand gets on board with draw against Fabiano CaruanaSubscriber Only

February 3, 2014 07:34 IST

Second win in his third game gave Carlsen a full point lead over nearest rivals as the Norwegian took his tally to five points.

Thunder run-up loss against Wall, WizardsSubscriber Only

February 3, 2014 01:42 IST

A win Monday against Portland would give Washington a winning record for the first time since October 2009.

Second loss in a row for AnandSubscriber Only

February 2, 2014 01:08 IST

Having lost to Levon Aronian of Armenia in first round, this turned out to be a double blow for Anand.

No vote for suspended sports bodiesSubscriber Only

February 1, 2014 14:40 IST

The IOC has barred all suspended national federations from participating in IOA elections.

Athletes may be punished for political statements on podiumSubscriber Only

January 28, 2014 12:28 IST

Russia has caused considerable controversy with a recent anti-gay propaganda law.

From the time the tableau depicting the Mangeshi temple was gutted in a fire during the rehearsal of the opening ceremony, very little has gone right for the event.

Lusofonia: Language alone doesn’t mean success at Goa gamesSubscriber Only

January 27, 2014 11:57 IST

Portugal’s chef de mission, Arthur Lopes, has complained about “excessive” use of English.

Los Angeles Clippers' Jamal Crawford, (R) drives past Toronto Raptors' John Salmons. Crawford finished with 37 points.

Ross scores franchise record 51 but Raptors still fall to ClippersSubscriber Only

January 27, 2014 15:35 IST

Ross matched Carter’s franchise record set 14 years ago and nearly doubled his previous career high.

All in the family: BCCI chief’s brother Ramachandran set to helm IOASubscriber Only

January 26, 2014 12:03 IST

Apart from his experience in heading a sporting body, Ramachandran is also known for his communication abilities and his knowledge of the way IOC functions.

Kasparov’s moves in FIDE elections raise ethical concernsSubscriber Only

January 24, 2014 20:11 IST

In the federation, each country, regardless of size or membership, has one vote.

Abhay Chautala holds the cards in IOA electionSubscriber Only

January 22, 2014 12:25 IST

Filing of nominations for the February 9 IOA elections will start on January 24 and end on January 26.

Tanisi, 11, has TT coach Engel on cloud nineSubscriber Only

January 21, 2014 10:26 IST

German has previously been head coach of national team of Spain and Netherlands.

Shooting coaches raise cudgels as SAI shares crumbsSubscriber Only

January 21, 2014 03:22 IST

All the Indian coaches had been working without pay for that duration.

Runaway kid makes each stride countSubscriber Only

January 20, 2014 10:39 IST

Karan Singh (26) had run away from home when he was 12 alongside brother Budha Ram.

India strive for balance between local hopes and medal aspirationsSubscriber Only

January 19, 2014 02:57 IST

India’s basketball coach said the biggest challenge has been to blend the four Goan players into the main team.