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US pro pickleball assn signs first international deal in India

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Apr 26, 2024 20:04

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DALLAS, TX: Pickleball, billed as America’s fastest-growing sport, is going after a new frontier - India. The United Pickleball Association (UPA), which was created after a merger between Major League Pickleball and the Professional Pickleball Association in the US last February, and India-based Global Sports have inked a deal to bring the PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball to the country.

As a part of the partnership, the organizations will launch key initiatives to the country, promoting the rapidly-growing sport to a young market.

Nov 11, 2020 12:11

SFI eyes April-June window to re-start ntl swimming events

CHENNAI: Delay in reopening pools and the onset of winter have forced the Swimming Federation of India (SFI) to change their plans to conduct competitions. The national body is looking at next year's April-June window to start the domestic season, beginning with age-group championships, reports New Indian Express.

Nov 10, 2020 17:11

Eurosport secures India rights to Champions Chess Tour 2021

MUMBAI: Eurosport has entered into an agreement with Play Magnus Group for the pan-European and Asian rights to the Champions Chess Tour, the first professional online chess tour, for the 2021 season. Chess will take its place alongside other premium sporting events on Eurosport’s platforms for viewers in more than 60 markets across Europe and Asia, expanding the reach of the professional game to millions.

Nov 09, 2020 14:11

Undertaker’s Final Farewell set for WWE Survivor Series

NEW DELHI: Undertaker’s Final Farewell will take place at Survivor Series on Monday, November 23 at 5:30 am ET streaming live and exclusive on Sony Ten 1 (English) and Sony Ten 3 (Hindi) channels, capping off The Phenom’s legendary 30-year career.

Nov 05, 2020 13:11

Chess players' forum urges Rijiju to take action against AICF

NEW DELHI: The Chess Players Forum (CPF) has appealed to the Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju alleging the All India Chess Federation (AICF) was not adhering to the clauses of the National Sports Development Code, a mandatory functioning guideline to be adopted by all the National Sports Federations.

Nov 05, 2020 13:11

Rahul Mehra moves HC challenging recognition of NSFs

NEW DELHI: Days after the Union Sports Ministry granted recognition to 41 National Sports Federations (NSFs), sports lawyer Rahul Mehra has approached Delhi High Court to quash those decisions arguing that the National Sports Development Code (2011) has been violated, reports New Indian Express.

Nov 05, 2020 13:11

Fake Khelo India ad: Several athletes duped, SAI files FIR

NEW DELHI: The Sports Authority of India has lodged an FIR seeking an immediate investigation after several athletes across the country were duped of money through a false advertisement for next year's Khelo India Games.

Nov 04, 2020 19:11

Explained: Airtel Delhi Half Marathon's identity refresh

NEW DELHI: The Airtel Delhi Half Marathon (ADHM) has inspired us to #GoBeyond - go beyond convention, go beyond what’s expected and push the boundaries of what’s possible. Over the years Airtel Delhi Half Marathon, a World Athletics Gold Label Race has been a catalyst for transformation. Distance Running and the running community has been at the forefront of a changing, health-conscious capital.

Nov 03, 2020 16:11

Conor McGregor looking to launch his Proper 12 whiskey in India

MUMBAI: "Retired" (for now) UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor recently conducted a Q&A session on Twitter where he also talked about his Irish whiskey company ‘Proper Twelve’, which has become a very profitable business since its launch in 2018.

Nov 03, 2020 15:11

Speedo appoints new global brand director

LONDON: Pentland Brands, which owns sports, outdoor and lifestyle brands including Berghaus and Canterbury of New Zealand, has appointed Kev McFadyen as the new global brand director for its Speedo brand.

Nov 03, 2020 15:11

Global sports photography provider FinisherPix bought out

BOULDER, Colo.: Pocket Outdoor Media (POM), the world's leading creator of active lifestyle content, Monday announced the acquisition of FinisherPix, a global provider of endurance sports photography. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.

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