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South China Morning Post
6 days ago
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
China savours 8-ball pool, snooker and climbing gold at World Games
Cue sports and climbing maintained China's dominant showing at the World Games as further golds were added to the host nation's tally on Thursday. Zhang Taiyi made history in Chengdu when he became the Games' first mixed heyball pool champion. Fellow cueist Xiao Guodong overcame Michael Georgiou 2-1 for snooker gold. Sport climbing's Deng Lijuan, an Olympic silver medallist last year, won a close all-Chinese women's speed single final against Qin Yumei. In the men's speed single final, the 18-year-old Chu Shouhong took gold by beating the United States' Olympic bronze medallist Sam Watson. Heyball, also known as Chinese 8-ball, was making its Games debut, and Zhang, 23, treated the locals to more home success with a 5-3 victory in the final over 42-year-old Jason Theron of South Africa. Chu Shouhong competes in the speed single climbing event in Chengdu. Photo: Xinhua Xiao, snooker's world No 13, then held his nerve to prevail in a last-frame decider against Cyprus's Georgiou.
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Football transfers: Marcus Rashford joins Barcelona, pens season-long loan deal
Marcus Rashford poses with an F.C. Barcelona jersey during his presentation as a new signing in Barcelona (AP Photo/Joan Monfort) Marcus Rashford has been handed a fresh opportunity to revive his career, joining Barcelona on a season-long loan from Manchester United, the Spanish club confirmed on Wednesday. Once considered one of Europe's most promising forwards, Rashford has seen his form dip in recent seasons. After falling out of favour at United, the 27-year-old spent the latter half of last season on loan at Aston Villa. At Barcelona, Rashford will be part of a forward line that already includes Lamine Yamal, Brazil's Raphinha, and veteran striker Robert Lewandowski. Rashford arrived in Barcelona on Sunday to complete the deal. He met his new teammates and reportedly trained with the squad on Tuesday. Financial details of the agreement have not been disclosed, but Spanish media reports suggest the loan includes an option for Barcelona to buy the England international for around €30 million ($35 million). Marcus Rashford of FC Barcelona smiles during his unveiling (Photo by) Barcelona had initially targeted Spain forward Nico Williams during the transfer window, but the Athletic Bilbao star signed a long-term extension, opening the door for Rashford's move. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like അപൂർവ്വയിനം റോസാ വിത്തുകൾ: വേഗത്തിലുള്ള ഡെലിവറി Rare Climbing Rose Seeds Learn More Undo Despite having the most prolific attack in Spain last season, Barcelona were keen to strengthen their frontline. The trio of Yamal, Raphinha, and Lewandowski combined to score 102 goals in the league — 24 more than Real Madrid's tally. They also led the Champions League scoring charts with 43 goals before being eliminated in the semifinals by Inter Milan. Poll Will Marcus Rashford thrive at Barcelona? Yes, he will regain his form No, he will struggle Rashford, a product of Manchester United's academy, made 429 appearances and scored 138 goals, winning five major trophies with the club. However, he only reached the 20-goal mark in three seasons and scored a combined 15 goals in his last two at United. While at Villa, he added another four in 17 games. Despite his recent struggles, Rashford's talent has rarely been doubted. He recently returned to the England squad under new coach Thomas Tuchel, keeping his hopes alive for a place at next year's World Cup. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
News18
15-05-2025
- General
- News18
Indian-Origin Techie Killed While Attempting To Climb North Cascades Range In US
Last Updated: Indian-origin tech executive Vishnu Irigireddy, 48, was killed in a tragic climbing accident in Washington's North Cascades while descending a peak during a storm. Indian-origin techie Vishnu Irigireddy was among the three persons killed in a tragic climbing accident in Washington state's North Cascades Range of western North America. Vishnu, 48, a resident of Seattle, was attempting to climb North Early Winters Spire area of the Cascades along with his three friends, Tim Nguyen, 63, Oleksander Martynenko, 36 and Anton Tselykh, 38, on Saturday when the accident happened, NBC News reported. The group noticed a storm coming and started to retreat when, at some point during their descent, the team's anchor point failed and sent the group plunging 200 feet down, the Climbing website reported. Tselykh, the sole surviving climber, miraculously survived the dangerous fall and drove 64 kilometres to inform the authorities about the accident that killed his three friends. Vishnu's friends and family describe him as an experienced climber 'who found joy and purpose in nature." 'Originally from India and a proud member of Seattle's vibrant tech and cultural community, Vishnu built a life that reflected his values—integrity, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of growth," a note by family and friends on website said. According to a notice for his cremation ceremony, to be held on Thursday, his friends and family would be making donations to two non-profits to honour Vishnu, who they said had 'developed an intense passion for mountaineering and climbing throughout his life." They also made an appeal to others to donate to those charitable organisations till May 22. Vishnu was working as Vice President of Engineering at Fluke Corporation, a test equipment manufacturing company in the Greater Seattle Area. His company described him as an extraordinary leader in a statement released after his death, adding that his loss 'felt profoundly" across the organisation. Tselykh is currently in hospital and is being treated for internal bleeding and a traumatic brain injury. North Early Winters Spire, a granite peak in the Liberty Bell group of the North Cascades, is popular among experienced climbers. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) Watch India Pakistan Breaking News on CNN-News18. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from geopolitics to diplomacy and global trends. Stay informed with the latest world news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! First Published: May 15, 2025, 14:08 IST
Deccan Herald
15-05-2025
- Climate
- Deccan Herald
Indian-origin techie among 3 killed in tragic climbing accident in US
The group noticed a storm coming and started to retreat when at some point during their descent, the team's anchor point failed and sent the group plunging 200 feet down, Climbing website reported.
