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Dragon boat makes debut as Indonesia claims gold at World Games

Chengdu, Aug 9 (UNI) Dragon boat made its debut as an official sport at the World Games today, with Indonesia claiming the first gold medal in the open 8-seater 2,000m pursuit race.
Launching first on the Xinglong Lake Hubin Arena, the Indonesian crew powered to victory in a time of nine minutes 8.12 second.
Host China followed closely to place second in 9:19.22, while Spain earned the bronze medal with
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BY BD Narayankar
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Dhakshineswar hold nerve to level Davis Cup tie against Netherlands

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BY BD Narayankar
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Rohtak Royals crowned Champions of inaugural Kabaddi Champions League

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Mananchaya Sawangkaew sets up final clash with Lilli Tagger at the 2026 L&T Mumbai Open WTA 125K Series

07 Feb 2026 | 9:47 PM

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Davis Cup: Young gun Dakhshinesar Suresh keeps India in hunt, beats De Jong

07 Feb 2026 | 9:20 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 7 (UNI) Dhakshineswar Suresh delivered a commanding performance to help India level the Davis Cup tie 1-1 against the Netherlands, defeating Jesper De Jong in straight sets 6-4, 7-5.

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