Indian athletes have seldom caught the eye in Olympics and other international events but the country has ignominiously topped the charts in the doping arena.

In the International Association of Athl

For someone who has followed his heart which at times has prompted critics to term it a gamble, Pankaj Advani has steadfastly believed in his instincts.

Far from being arrogant, it’s the confidence i

Hungry for success would best describe Chapchai Nirat’s approach on the golf course, but it wasn’t long ago when the Thai golfer had wrestled —and won — with the very basic feeling the word describes.

The one-time big hope of Indian golf, his potential underlined by his Asian Tour win in 2005, Shiv Kapur’s fortunes have since dipped as far as trophy count goes. The 30-year-old Delhi golfer belie-ve

There’s a thin line that divides those who play well under pressure and those who succumb to it. On Monday at the KSHA Stadium here, Punjab found themselves on the positive side which saw them storm i

After turning out with a star-studded ‘imported’ team in the previous edition of the championship, runners-up Karnataka pinned their faith in local talent and pulled off a convincing 5-0 win over Hima

Just like the diamonds in her ears and around the neck, the sparkle in badminton sensation Saina Nehwal’s eyes is hard to miss. The 22-year-old sportsperson is evidentally enjoying her first taste of superstardom.

After a day’s suspense, the mystery woman who marched with the Indian contingent at the Olympics opening has been identified.

Competition, performance and medals are on the mind of every Olympics-bound athlete. In addition, in a small, yet significant corner of many Indian athletes’ mind, heart and suitcases there is superstition, a belief which they feel adds an extra edge to their competitive spirit.

The American accent, the lack of interest in Indian movies and music and a fumble when asked to speak in Kannada, may suggest discus thrower Vikas Gowda’s lack of Indianess.

Although the 29-year-old