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Qatar: Indian ultrarunner Sufiya Khan breaks another Guinness World Record

Amazing Feats, Sports, Women/Girls(since May26-2021)

Ajmer, RAJASTHAN / NEW DELHI :

Sufiya Khan completed her first international expedition, ‘Run Across Qatar’ — 200 kilometer south to north in 30 hours and 34 minutes.

 Ultramarathoner Sufiya Khan (Photo: Twitter)

Doha:

Indian ultramarathoner Sufiya Sufi Khan, a three-time Guinness World Record holder has achieved another feat as the fastest runner to run across Qatar.

Sufiya Khan completed her first international expedition, ‘Run Across Qatar’ — 200 kilometres south to north in 30 hours and 34 minutes.

In a Fastest Known Time (FKT) Guinness World Record attempt, Sufi started her run from Abu Samra on Thursday, January 12, at 6 am and finished at Zulal Wellness Resort in Al Ruwais on Friday, January 13.

The Indian embassy in Doha congratulated Safiya Sufi Khan on her achievement.

Before starting the campaign, she met the Indian Ambassador to Qatar Deepak Mittal.

Sufi Khan tweeted, “Honored to meet The Indian Ambassador to Qatar H.E. DR. DEEPAK MITTAL at @IndEmbDoha before the run. Had a fruitful conversation about the Run, Fitness community in Qatar and India and got his blessings for the World record attempt. @MEAIndia @PMOIndia @narendramodi.”

About Sufiya Khan

An increasing number of people are leaving their 9 to 5 jobs today! In fact, most of them take a career break to do something completely outside the box. It may seem scary at first, but it could be one of the best decisions you’ve ever made! And today we have a brilliant example of a woman who quit her job and chose a completely different profession. Here meet Sufiya Khan.

Photo: Sufiya Khan/Facebook

37-year-old Sufiya Khan was born and raised in Ajmer, Rajasthan. She worked in the aviation industry for almost a decade, but the turning point in her life came when she decided to run her first half marathon in Delhi in 2017.

In 2018, Sufiya quit her airline job and started running as a way to unwind and relax. She participated in several marathons and races. In the year 2018, she broke a national record by running the Golden Triangle — 720 km — in 16 days.

In 2019, she set the record for the fastest time by a female runner in the “Kashmir to Kanyakumari” category and in April 2021, she became the fastest woman to run along “The Indian Golden Quadrilateral Road”.

Sufiya currently holds several world records and continues to explore what her body is capable of.

In 2021, she undertook the Tribute Run to salute the sacrifices of Kargil War Heroes.

Photo: Sufiya Khan/Facebook

source: http://www.siasat.com / The Siasat Daily / Home> News> India> Qatar / by Sakina Fatima / January 18th, 2023

Bengaluru lad beats the world to win Men’s Classic Physique C’ship

Amazing Feats, Karnataka (under research project), Sports, World Opinion

Bengaluru, KARNATAKA:

Meer Ashar Qureshi

Bengaluru:

Meer Ashar Qureshi, a 27-year-old fitness trainer from the city, topped the Men’s Classic Physique Championship in Delhi and ‘Mr Karnataka Men’s Champion’ held this year by Musclemania. As many as 45 contestants from across the world participated in the championship, and Ashar defeated them all “in style”. It is not always that people with career passion achieve their goals in life.

But ‘Namma Bengaluru Huduga’ has learned what it really takes to be a successful trainer. The gymnast completed his Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Ramaiah institute of Management while excelling in his fitness career. At the age of 15, he not only represented India at the International Karate Championship in Sri Lanka, but also won the competition.

“After winning the competition in Sri Lanka, I decided to pursue a career in fitness. My family has been very supportive, and my father keeps me inspired,” Ashar told News Trail.

Ashar underwent several certification programmes including those offered by the National Academy of Wellness, the Diploma in Fitness and American Counselling on Exercise (ACE) before registering for the Musclemania competition in 2022. With a belief that fitness goes beyond physical transformation, the muscleman has also trained and transformed over 600 people across the world over a span of eight years.

As a coach, he works on bringing out the hidden potential in his clients. Ashar has now been selected for the Asian Division competition. “I am extremely happy about my achievements. I’m keen and preparing myself with the hope of representing my country in the next competition,” he said.

source: http://www.newstrailindia.com / NewsTrail / Home / by Hameed Ashrafi, NT / December 28th, 2022

Nakash Aziz plays his biggest hits at FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup

Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Karnataka (under research project), Sports

Mangalore, KARNATAKA:

Playback singer Nakash Aziz
Playback singer Nakash Aziz

Mumbai:


Playback singer Nakash Aziz, who has tracks like ‘Saree Ke Fall Sa’, ‘Jabra Fan’ and countless others to his credit, recently performed his biggest hits at the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 celebrations in Cuttack. 

The singer joined forces with music director Pritam to do a joint gig and crooned songs like ‘Gaandi Baat’, ‘Dhating Naach’, ‘Mera wala dance’, ‘Saree Ke Fall Sa’, ‘Afgan Jalebi’, ‘Selfie Le Le Re’, ‘Jabra Fan’ and the recent ‘Current Laga’.

Talking about the event, Aziz said: “I am grateful for the chance to perform at the Hockey Men’s World Cup. As an artist, I feel strongly towards pushing young India into a diverse range of sports. The event was a crucial step towards the cause. It is also a joy to be performing with Pritam Da who is such a pioneer music composer and singer.”

He said, “In my solo act, I wanted to play for my fans every track they have loved of mine. I curated a list of tracks close to my heart. I express my gratitude to the Chief Minister of Odisha Naveen Patnaik sir for supporting the Indian Hockey Team and hockey as a sport.”

source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Entertainment / by awazthevoice.in / January 12th, 2023

Cricket: Umran Malik clocks 156kph to become fastest Indian bowler

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GujjarNagar (Jammu), JAMMU & KASHMIR:

Umran Malik

Guwahati

Young tearaway fast bowler Umran Malik on Tuesday bowled a 156 kph delivery to better his own record and deliver the fastest ball for India in international cricket, during the first ODI against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.

The 23-year-old achieved the milestone in the 14th over of the Sri Lankan innings. He picked 3/57 in his eight overs and acted as the middle-overs enforcer for India.

Recently, Umran had surpassed Jasprit Bumrah (153.6 kmph) to bowl the fastest delivery in international cricket by an Indian after clocking 155 kmph delivery in the first T20I against Sri Lanka.

Notably, the Jammu and Kashmir pacer has also bowled at a speed of 157 kmph in the IPL. He has been on the money off late controlling his line and length well apart from delivering balls at extreme pace.

“I have played 6 games, I just want to bowl well and in the right areas. The wicket was flat, I spoke with Siraj bhai, Shami bhai, the input was to make the most of my pace. I want to be as accurate as possible,” said Umran after India’s win.

Virat Kohli’s 45th ODI century and captain Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill fifties powered India to a 67-run victory over Sri Lanka in the first game and 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Sports / by awazthevoice.in / January 11th, 2023

Shahnaz Parveen: first Ladakhi woman to win Taekwondo gold at national meet

Sports, Women/Girls(since May26-2021)

Ladakh UT :

Shahnaz Parveen with her gold medal and trophy
Shahnaz Parveen with her gold medal and trophy

Kargil:

Shahnaz Parveen, who hails from the far-flung village of Checheysna Sankoo in Kargil-Ladakh, became the first woman athlete from Ladakh to win a gold medal in a national Taekwando event.

She won the gold in Group Poomsae under 30 at the National University Games held in Punjab. Shahnaz represented Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, at the games, which were participated by 146 universities from across India.

Another Taekwando player from Ladakh Tashi Tundup who hails from Fokar, Kargil, also won a gold medal at the University Games recently.

Chairperson of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill developmental Council, Kargil, Feroz Ahmad Khan congratulated Shahnaz Parveen on winning the gold medal.

He said Kargil has produced several top athletes in Taekwondo who have made a mark not only at state-level events but also at national and international events. “Shahnaz Parveen is a role model for future generations as sports has a bright future in UT Ladakh.”

Shahnaz Parveen with her coach

He asked youngsters to devote time to sports and pursue excellence in sports disciplines at a different level.

He also congratulated Ladakh Taekwondo Association and urged all sports associations to come on a common platform to make Ladakh a sporting hub in the country.

President of Ladakh Taekwondo Association, Gulzar Hussain Munshi congratulated Shahnaz Parveen on winning the gold medal at a national event.

He urged the University of Ladakh to start professional coaching for sportspersons to cobble a team for the university. He said there are several talented young sportspersons and urged the UT Administration to help the association with infrastructure to ensure that more athletes can receive the required support and prepare for various events.

Shahnaz Parveen thanked her coach Atul Pangotra for her achievement. She added that he is the best coach in India for Taekwondo who works on the strength of the player.

She also thanked the Ladakh Taekwondo Association, her parents, and people of Kargil who remains a source of inspiration for her.

source: http://www.awazthevoice.in / Awaz, The Voice / Home> Women / by awazthevoice.in / January 14th, 2023

Abdul, Tanya break hammer throw records

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KERALA / UTTAR PRADESH / WEST BENGAL:

The West Bengal team of Rezoana Mallick Heena, Tahura Khatun, Aparna Baidya and Kankona Sardar which broke the National under-16 girls medley relay record at the Junior National athletics championships in Guwahati on Sunday. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement

Uttar Pradesh hammer throwers Abdul Rahaman (under-16 boys) and Tanya Chaudhary (under-20 women) broke the national records in the 37th National junior athletics championships in Guwahati on Sunday.

Kerala sprint hurdler K. Kiran (under-16 boys), Uttarakhand race walker Mansi Negi (under-20 women) and the under-16 girls West Bengal sprint medley relay team also set new National records today.

The results (winners only):

Men: Under-20:

1500m: Arjun Waskale (M.P.) 3:50.15s. 110 m hurdles: Muhammed Hanan (Ker) 14.07s. High jump: Aryan Arun Patel (Mah) 2.09m. Discus throw: Zaanbaz Singh (Pun) 52.89m.

Boys: Under-18:

1500m: Sakir (Har) 3:55.22s. 110m hurdles: Nayan Pradip Sarde (Mah) 1428s. Triple jump: Kothuri Pranay (Tel) 14.89m. Pole vault: Kuldeep Kumar (U.P.) 4.80m (MR, OR 4.79). 1000m medley relay: Andhra Pradesh (1:55.94s).

Under-16:

80m hurdles: K. Kiran (Ker) 10.61s (NR, OR 10.81). High jump: M. Ashok Kumar (TN) 1.96m. Hammer: Abdul Rahaman (U.P.) 64.61m (NR, OR 63.38). 5000m race walk: Himanshu Kumar (Utk) 20:51.66s. 1000m medley relay: Maharashtra (1:59.41s).

Women: Under-20:

100m hurdles: Namayi Ruchitha (Tel) 14.71s. Hammer: Tanya Chaudhary (U.P.) 58.30m (NR, OR 57.09). 10,000m race walk: Mansi Negi (Utk) 47:30.94s (NR, OR 47:53.58).

Girls: Under-18:

1500m: Laxita Vinod Sandilea (Guj) 4:44.00s. 100m hurdles: Unnathi Aiyappa (Kar) 13.94s. Triple jump: Divyasri (TN) 12.13m. Hammer throw: Ankita (Har) 54.20m. 1000m medley relay: Maharashtra (2:13.83s).

Under-16:

80m hurdles: G. Bhavana (TN) 12.02s. 1000 medley relay: West Bengal 2:13.05s (NR, OR 2:15.65).

In a first, 18-year-old Guntur boy makes it to CSK squad

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Guntur, ANDHRA PRADESH:

Despite the financial difficulties, Rasheed’s father, Shaik Balisha Vali, also a cricket-lover, left no stone unturned for Rasheed’s coaching.

Guntur :

For the first time, a cricketer from Guntur has been chosen to be a part of the Indian Premier League (IPL). As soon as the mini-auction of 405 players concluded in Kerala’s Kochi, the citizens rejoiced and basked in the glory of Shaik Rasheed, who made it to the player pool of Chennai Super Kings (CSK).

Born in Guntur on September 24, 2004, Rasheed’s claim to fame was his impressive performance in the Andhra Premiere League 2022. Perhaps, his crucial role in India winning the Under-19 World Cup and as vice-captain of the team caught attention of the CSK franchise.

Currently playing the Ranji Trophy in Tamil Nadu, the 18-year-old has been signed for a base price of Rs 20 lakh.The all-rounder also happens to be an ardent fan of MS Dhoni. Only after the team of 15 cricketers is finalised, will we know whether or not Rasheed will get to play alongside his role model.

Despite the financial difficulties, Rasheed’s father, Shaik Balisha Vali, also a cricket-lover, left no stone unturned for Rasheed’s coaching.“We are so elated that he is living his dream. When I watched him play with such zeal, I decided to support him and send him for professional training. We had no second thoughts. He also worked very hard to reach the position he is at now,” an elated Balisha expressed.    

When he accompanied Rasheed for training in Hyderabad, he had to pick up odd jobs to support the family. “My son has admired Dhoni since the time he started playing gully cricket when he was just six years old. Now, getting an opportunity to play alongside him will be his dream come true,” Balisha said.

Dad picks cue, extends support
Balisha Vali, was the first to identify his son’s passion. His first cue was when neighbours’ complaints against the young cricketer for shattering their windows with his ‘sixes’ had become the order of the day

Guntur celebrates
As soon as news spread, Guntur lit up with joy as friends and relatives burst firecrackers and distributed sweets. Several people, following Rasheed since his nascent stage, expressed happiness and  wished him luck.

source:http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> States> Andhra Pradesh / by Bandhavi Annam / Express News Service / December 26th, 2022

Karnataka State shines in ’60th National Roller Skating Championships 2022 ′ -Winning 11 Medals – 6 Gold, 2 Silver and 3 Bronze.

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KARNATAKA :

The 60th National Roller Skating Championships 2022-23 was held at Bengaluru from December 11 to 22.

10 skaters from Hi-Flyers Skating Club had qualified for the Nationals. 4 skaters won 6 Golds, 2 silvers and 3 bronze.

In Individual Events :

Arpita Nishanth Shet gets 1 Gold and 1 Silver in Rink 500+D and Road 1 lap.


Muhammad Shamil Arshad gets 1 Gold and 1 Silver in Rink 500+D and Road 1 lap.


Dashiel Amanda Concessao gets 2 Bronzes in Dual TT and 500+D.


Moksha A Suvarna gets a Bronze in Road 1 lap..

In group events :

Shamil and Arpita grab the Gold in junior Mixed Relay.

Arpita and Dashiel also grab the Gold in the junior Girls Relay

These skaters were trained by coaches Mohandas K, Jayaraj and Ramanand of Hi-Flyers Skating Club.

source: http://www.daijiworld.com / Daijiworld.com / Home> Karnataka / by Media Release / December 20th, 2022

15-Year old Shabnam Md from Visakhapatnam makes it to the India U-19 women’s cricket team

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Visakhapatnam, ANDHRA PRADESH :

Idolising Indian medium pacer great Jhulon Goswami, Shabnam is already clocking 110 kmph speed and she aspires to touch ‘Jhulon didi’s’ pace of 125 kmph

Md. Shabnam has been selected for the India U-19 women’s team that will play five T20 matches against the New Zealand U-19 team | Photo Credit: BY ARRANGEMENT

She is barely 15-years-old and she dreams of playing for the Indian women senior’s cricket team. And she is not far from her dreams, as she has just been selected to represent the country for the Women’s U-19 cricket team. She is the first from this city to get selected for the women’s U-19 team.

Meet Md. Shabnam, a budding right-arm medium pacer, who will be writing her Std. X examination in 2023.

Idolising Indian medium pacer great Jhulon Goswami, Shabnam is already clocking 110 kmph speed and she aspires to touch ‘Jhulon didi’s’ pace of 125 kmph.

Speaking to The Hindu on Monday, Shabnam said that she took to cricket at the age of eight years, after seeing her father Md. Shakeel, who was a medium pacer himself.

“I would go to local league matches and see my father bowl and it was then that I decided that I would also play cricket and make my mark as a medium pacer,” said an excited Shabnam.

With encouragement from her parents, Shabnam practises over seven hours on a daily basis and she never misses a training session.

She is a dedicated cricketer and she has all the potential to make it big, said secretary of Visakhapatnam District Cricket Association, K. Parthasarthi.

She is a tough, tall and strong girl. She is quick through the air and has a good inswinger and a surprise bouncer, said fitness coach Vanka Murali.

She has been very consistent in the last season and probably that has earned her the cap, said Mr. Parthasarathi.

Shabnam has been selected to play for India U-19 in five T 20 matches against the visiting New Zealand U-19 team.

The series is set to start from November 27 and she will be reporting at Mumbai on November 24.

Speaking about her idols in cricket, she said, “In the women’s cricket world my idol is Jhulon didi and on the men’s side it is Jasprit Bumrah.”

Thanking The Hindu for playing a key role in her career, Shabnam said that she was part of every The Hindu-VDCA summer coaching camp for the last few years.

I practise for three hours in the morning and another three hours in the evening, followed by about a one-and-half-hour fitness session. My dream is to play for India, she said.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> Cities> Visakhapatnam / by Sumit Bhattacharjee (headline edited) / November 21st, 2022

Meet Falak Naaz, who braved poverty to make it to India’s U19 Women’s T-20 World Cup squad

Sports, Women/Girls(since May26-2021)

PRAYAGRAJ (formerly UTTAR PRADESH):

Meet Falak Naaz, who braved poverty to make it to India's U19 Women's T-20 World Cup squad – TwoCircles.net

18-year-old Falak Naaz comes from a poor family in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. This did not stop her from dreaming to play for national women’s cricket team. Earlier this month, she was selected to be part of the under-19 national team for the upcoming first ever ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup in South Africa. 

Prayagraj (Uttar Pradesh) :

Braving crippling poverty, 18-year-old Falak Naaz of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh has made it to the under-19 Indian women’s international cricket team that will represent India in the first-ever ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup to be held in South Africa in January 2023. 

Falak was selected for her outstanding all-around performance in Uttar Pradesh junior women’s cricket team. 

A student of class 12, Falak credits her success to her family and coach Ajay Yadav.

“Even though playing cricket for a girl is not so common in our region, my family and coach always supported and encouraged me,” Falak told TwoCircles.net. 

Falak said she started playing cricket only for entertainment. “I soon developed a passion for the game and wanted to make it my career,” she said. 

Falak is raring to go to South Africa for the ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup.

“I feel proud to represent my country in the T-20 World Cup and hope to do well in the upcoming matches,” she said. 

The first ever ICC Under-19 Women’s T20 World Cup will commence on January 14 in South Africa in which 16 teams are participating. The final of the tournament will be held on January 29. The Indian team will be captained by Shefali Verma.  

Braving odds
Falak’s father Nasir Ahmad works as a peon in a private school while her brother had to leave his studies to work at a cycle repair shop to support their family of seven, which includes their grandparents. Her family lives in a single-room, tin-roofed house in a locality on the banks of the Yamuna river in the Katghar area of Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. 

Falak’s selection in the national team has given hope to her family, and they are elated at her success. 

“After her selection in the under-19 team, I feel proud,” her father Nasir told TwoCircles.net.

“Our financial condition was not good to support our daughter’s ambitions. However, her hard work has was rewarded. We are proud that our daughter is playing for the country. We are praying that Falak performs well in the matches ahead,” Falak’s mother Zeenat Bano told TwoCircles.net. 

Passion for cricket
Falak started playing cricket at the age of 12. She could not get admission at any sports academy as her father was not able pay the fee. 

Her fate changed in 2015 when cricket coach Ajay Yadav decided to train her free of cost at his academy.

Falak wanted to become a fast bowler. On the advice of her coach, she decided to work on her batting and bowling and became an all-rounder. Her hard work bore fruit when she was selected for the Uttar Pradesh junior women’s cricket team in 2016. It was her performance here that helped her in securing a place in the under-19 Indian women’s cricket team.

Falak’s coach Ajay Yadav told TwoCircles.net that she is a dedicated person and works hard to achieve what she wants. 

“This is what ensured her place in the U-19 team,” he said. 

“Bowling is her strength but she plays as an all-rounder. Falak can play in any situation and does not come under pressure. I am sure that she will give an outstanding performance in the World Cup,” he said. 

Her family and friends are celebrating her success. They are excited about her selection to the U-19 team. “I have seen Falak’s dedication towards her ambition. It is a moment of joy not only for her but for all of us to see her succeed,” her friend Shipra said. 

Her friends are eager to see her play in South Africa. “We are now eagerly waiting to see her playing on the pitch in South Africa. We are sure that Falak will do well. We are praying for the team to win the T-20 World Cup,” her friend Riya said. 

source: http://www.twocircles.net / TwoCircles.net / Home> Lead Story / by TCN Staff Reporter / December 14th, 2022