1. MoU signed between Power PSU and National Sports Development Fund
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The National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Public Sector Undertakings, NTPC (National Thermal Power Corporation) and REC (Rural Electrification Corporation) on 14 September in New Delhi for the development of sports in India.
IMPORTANT FACTS -
- Financial assistance of Rs.115 crore will be provided by NTPC over the next 5 years and this will support Archery in India.
REC Foundation has also committed an amount of Rs 100 crore over 3 years to support women's hockey, athletics and boxing.
NSDF has received this support through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
With this support from NTPC and REC Foundation, there will be grassroots development of sports, training for identified talent, training of elite talent, development of coaches, sports science support, advance training etc.
National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) :
It was established in 1998 under the Charitable Endowment Act 1890.
It was notified by the Government of India in November 1998.
It helps sportspersons to excel by providing various opportunities for training from coaches of international repute, development of infrastructure to promote the sport and providing financial assistance for other activities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports -Anurag Singh Thakur
Union Minister of Power and New & Renewable Energy - R K Singh
2. US Open : Iga Swiatek wins Women’s Singles title
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In the final Grand Slam of the year, US Open tennis, world number one Inga Swiatek of Poland has won the women's singles title.
Important facts
She defeated Tunisia's Ons Jabur 6-2, 7-6 in the final in New York.
This is the 10th and third Grand Slam title of his career.
It was the 142nd edition of the US Open Tennis 2022 and the fourth and final Tennis Grand Slam event of the year.
The tournament was held on outdoor hard courts at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City.
It is organized by the United States Tennis Association, which is regulated by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).
3. US Open : Iga Swiatek wins Women’s Singles title
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In the final Grand Slam of the year, US Open tennis, world number one Inga Swiatek of Poland has won the women's singles title.
Important facts
She defeated Tunisia's Ons Jabur 6-2, 7-6 in the final in New York.
This is the 10th and third Grand Slam title of his career.
It was the 142nd edition of the US Open Tennis 2022 and the fourth and final Tennis Grand Slam event of the year.
The tournament was held on outdoor hard courts at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City.
It is organized by the United States Tennis Association, which is regulated by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).
4. Sri Lanka clinch Asia Cup 2022 title
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Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 23 runs in the Asia Cup final on 11 September.
Important facts
Pakistan captain Babar Azam won the toss and decided to bowl first. Batting first, Sri Lanka scored 170 runs for the loss of six wickets in 20 overs.
In reply, Pakistan's team was all out for 147 runs in 20 overs, for Pakistan, Mohammad Rizwan scored 55 runs in 49 balls.
The Player of the Tournament - Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)
Man of the Match in the final - Bhanuka Rajapaksa (Sri Lanka)
Sri Lanka first won the Asia Cup title in 1986, then won in 1997, 2004, 2008, 2014 and now in 2022, the team has won the title.
India has won the Asia Cup title (seven times) for the most number of times.
Most Wins in Asia Cup
India - 7 times - 1984, 1988, 1990–91, 1995, 2010, 2016 & 2018
Sri Lanka - 6 times -1986, 1997, 2004, 2008, 2014, 2022
Pakistan - 2 times - 2000 and 2012
5. Sri Lanka clinch Asia Cup 2022 title
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Sri Lanka beat Pakistan by 23 runs in the Asia Cup final on 11 September.
Important facts
Pakistan captain Babar Azam won the toss and decided to bowl first. Batting first, Sri Lanka scored 170 runs for the loss of six wickets in 20 overs.
In reply, Pakistan's team was all out for 147 runs in 20 overs, for Pakistan, Mohammad Rizwan scored 55 runs in 49 balls.
The Player of the Tournament - Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)
Man of the Match in the final - Bhanuka Rajapaksa (Sri Lanka)
Sri Lanka first won the Asia Cup title in 1986, then won in 1997, 2004, 2008, 2014 and now in 2022, the team has won the title.
India has won the Asia Cup title (seven times) for the most number of times.
Most Wins in Asia Cup
India - 7 times - 1984, 1988, 1990–91, 1995, 2010, 2016 & 2018
Sri Lanka - 6 times -1986, 1997, 2004, 2008, 2014, 2022
Pakistan - 2 times - 2000 and 2012
6. Stuart Broad surpasses Glenn McGrath to become second highest wicket-taker among pacers in Tests
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England pace veteran Stuart Broad on 11 September went past Australian great Glenn McGrath to become the second-most successful pacer in history of Test cricket.
IMPORTANT FACTS -
- He achieved this feat during the third and final Test against South Africa playing for England at The Oval.
Broad took his 564th Test wicket by dismissing South African captain Dean Elgar lbw for 36.
After taking this wicket, Broad has become the second most successful fast bowler in Tests, with his compatriot James Anderson taking the first spot with 666 wickets in this format.
Broad has now 565 wickets in 159 Tests at an average of 27.81 and economy rate of 2.94. His best bowling figures in an innings are 8/15.
Broad became the fifth-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket behind Muttiah Muralitharan (800), Shane Warne (708), James Anderson (666), and Anil Kumble (619).
7. Stuart Broad surpasses Glenn McGrath to become second highest wicket-taker among pacers in Tests
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England pace veteran Stuart Broad on 11 September went past Australian great Glenn McGrath to become the second-most successful pacer in history of Test cricket.
IMPORTANT FACTS -
- He achieved this feat during the third and final Test against South Africa playing for England at The Oval.
Broad took his 564th Test wicket by dismissing South African captain Dean Elgar lbw for 36.
After taking this wicket, Broad has become the second most successful fast bowler in Tests, with his compatriot James Anderson taking the first spot with 666 wickets in this format.
Broad has now 565 wickets in 159 Tests at an average of 27.81 and economy rate of 2.94. His best bowling figures in an innings are 8/15.
Broad became the fifth-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket behind Muttiah Muralitharan (800), Shane Warne (708), James Anderson (666), and Anil Kumble (619).
8. US Open : Carlos Alcaraz defeats Casper Ruud in four sets to win maiden Grand Slam
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Carlos Alcaraz, on September 11, won the men’s singles title in US Open 2022 after beating Norway’s Casper Ruud 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (7-1), 6-3 in the final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
IMPORTANT FACTS -
- He also became the youngest world No. 1 player in the history of the ATP rankings.
- The 19-year-old has become the second youngest player in the Alcarez Open Era after American great Pete Sampras.
- Alcaraz has become the youngest Grand Slam winner since Spanish stalwart Rafael Nadal won the French Open trophy in 2005, at 19.
He is the youngest US Open winner in 1990 since 19-year-old Pete Sampras, the American legend. - Spain's young tennis star Carlos Alcarez and Norway's Kasper Rudd reached the finals of the US Open.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Youngest world No. 1 in ATP rankings :
Carlos Alcaraz - 19 years, four months, 12 September 2022
Layton Hewitt - 20 years, nine months 19 November 2001
Marat Safin - 20 years, 10 months, 20 November 2000
John McEnroe - 21 years, one month March 3. 1980
Andy Roddick - 21 years, two months 3 November 2003
Björn Borg 21 - year, three months old August 23, 1977
9. US Open : Carlos Alcaraz defeats Casper Ruud in four sets to win maiden Grand Slam
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Carlos Alcaraz, on September 11, won the men’s singles title in US Open 2022 after beating Norway’s Casper Ruud 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (7-1), 6-3 in the final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
IMPORTANT FACTS -
- He also became the youngest world No. 1 player in the history of the ATP rankings.
- The 19-year-old has become the second youngest player in the Alcarez Open Era after American great Pete Sampras.
- Alcaraz has become the youngest Grand Slam winner since Spanish stalwart Rafael Nadal won the French Open trophy in 2005, at 19.
He is the youngest US Open winner in 1990 since 19-year-old Pete Sampras, the American legend. - Spain's young tennis star Carlos Alcarez and Norway's Kasper Rudd reached the finals of the US Open.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION -
Youngest world No. 1 in ATP rankings :
Carlos Alcaraz - 19 years, four months, 12 September 2022
Layton Hewitt - 20 years, nine months 19 November 2001
Marat Safin - 20 years, 10 months, 20 November 2000
John McEnroe - 21 years, one month March 3. 1980
Andy Roddick - 21 years, two months 3 November 2003
Björn Borg 21 - year, three months old August 23, 1977
10. Amit Shah flags off Fit India Freedom Moto Ride at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah flagged off the Fit India Freedom Moto Ride at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi on 9 September.
IMPORTANT FACTS -
- It is a pan India bike ride by 75 bikers at 75 important places.
The event is historic as bikers will cover a distance of over 18,000 kms.
Ten women from India will also participate in the event along with four international bike riders from different professions.
Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Nisith Pramanik, Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakshi Lekhi and Members of Parliament were present at the event.
