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Kenya backs WRC Safari Rally's extension from three to five days

Nairobi, Mar 29 (UNI) Kenya is planning to extend the annual FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) Safari Rally from three to five days, the country's President William Ruto announced on Thursday.

Speaking when he officially waved off the event, Ruto directed the country's sports ministry to work with FIA and the WRC to return the classic event to a five-day affair. Ruto affirmed his government was keen on retaining the Safari Rally as part of the WRC calendar beyond the initial five-year deal which expires in 2026.
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Colonel Lamba: Defying odds from Ironman to the Sahara Desert

Colonel Lamba: Defying odds from Ironman to the Sahara Desert

29 Apr 2024 | 12:50 PM

By BD Narayankar
Bengaluru, April 29 (UNI) In the realm of extreme endurance sports, few challenges rival the Marathon Des Sables, a grueling multi-stage race set amidst the unforgiving terrain of the Moroccan Sahara. Yet, for Colonel Jangvir Lamba, a serving Indian Army Officer, the 38th edition of this legendary marathon was not just another race — it was a test of endurance, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of human determination.

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We’re fighting to get maximum trophies: Habas

We’re fighting to get maximum trophies: Habas

29 Apr 2024 | 9:09 AM

Kolkata, April 29 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant head coach Antonio Habas expressed satisfaction with his team's collective effort following their victory over Odisha FC in the second leg of the Indian Super League (ISL) semi-final at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Sunday night.

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Saifuddin returns to Bangladesh T20I squad for Zimbabwe series

Saifuddin returns to Bangladesh T20I squad for Zimbabwe series

29 Apr 2024 | 9:05 AM

Dhaka, April 29 (UNI) Bangladesh have recalled fast bowling all-rounder Mohammad Saifuddin to the T20I squad for the series against Zimbabwe in May.

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Alcaraz into last 16 at Madrid Open

Alcaraz into last 16 at Madrid Open

29 Apr 2024 | 9:02 AM

Madrid, April 28 (UNI) Spanish tennis star Carlos Alcaraz breezed into the last 16 of the Mutua Madrid Open with a straightforward 6-3, 6-3 victory over Brazil's Thiago Seyboth Wild in a match that lasted just 75 minutes on a chilly Sunday afternoon.

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ISL: Dimitrios Petratos wins back-to-back player of month awards

ISL: Dimitrios Petratos wins back-to-back player of month awards

29 Apr 2024 | 9:00 AM

Kolkata, April 29 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant forward Dimitrios Petratos continues to shine in the Indian Super League (ISL), clinching his second consecutive Player of the Month award.

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