Hima UNICEF’S youth ambassador
NEW DELHI: India’s national record holder in women’s 400m Hima Das was appointed youth ambassador of UNICEF India in a function held here on Wednesday. World junior champion and Jakarta Asian Games silver medallist would act as role model to youngsters in the country. After her appointment she said: “Every child regardless of their background and gender should get an opportunity to learn and thrive.” Das also welcomed the move of her being strictly monitored by National Anti-doping Agency (NADA) saying it was a sign of being a good athlete. “Whatever the rules are we have to follow them. I have no problem with it. It is a very common thing for good athletes (to be tested regularly),” said Das.
KABADDI MATCH TIED
MUMBAI: Tamil Thalaivas and Haryana Steelers settled for a 32-32 tie in their Inter-zone match of Pro Kabaddi League. In another match, U Mumba beat Bengaluru Bulls 32-29.
PRATAP SINGH POLO
NEW DELHI: Jindal Panther/garcha Lions beat Hyderabad Chaughan 9-7 in the last round of league matches of Sir Pratap Singh Cup (14 Goal) polo at Jaipur Polo Ground. Raul Laplacette with seven goals was the highest scorer for Jindal Panther/garcha Lions.
STENSON WINS
DUBAI:HENRIK Stenson edged out Lee Westwood in a high-voltage ‘Hero Challenge’ golf under lights at the Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai. Stenson thwarted Westwood’s attempt to become the first player to win the title more than once. Westwood had won in 2017 in Newcastle.
RANIERI AT FULHAM
LONDON: Claudio Ranieri replaced Slavisa Jokanovic as manager of Fulham, the club said. Serb Jokanovic led Fulham into the top flight last season but the London club is at the bottom with one win in 12 games.