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Dominant Sakshi gives India first gold at World Boxing Cup

Astana, July 6 (UNI) India opened its gold medal account at the World Boxing Cup – Astana 2025 with a resounding win by two-time youth world champion Sakshi, who clinched the top podium spot in the women’s 54kg category with a commanding performance against Yosline Perez of the USA.
The 24-year-old Sakshi showed her trademark aggression and speed to secure a unanimous decision from the judges, marking a high point in India’s strong campaign at the event.
India is now assured of 11 medals at the Astana leg of the Cup, following a successful outing in Brazil where the contingent returned with six medals, including a gold and a silver.
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British tennis player Moore given four-year doping ban

16 Jul 2025 | 5:11 PM

London, July 16 (UNI) British tennis player Tara Moore has been banned for four years for a doping offence, despite being cleared by an independent tribunal 18 months ago.

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Asian Surfing at Mahabs from Aug 3-12

16 Jul 2025 | 4:26 PM

Chennai, July 16 (UNI) Top surfers will converge at the tourist spot off Mahabalipuram
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Brentford confirms signing of Henderson

16 Jul 2025 | 3:47 PM

London, July 16 (UNI) Brentford has confirmed that it has completed the signing of Premier League and Champions League-winning player Jordan Henderson on a two-year contract.

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