Current Affairs in Sports – July 2024 Part -1

Current Affairs in Sports – July 2024

1. UEFA Euro 2024 Final: Spain vs. England

Spain emerged victorious in the UEFA Euro 2024, defeating England 2-1 in a thrilling final held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin on July 14. The match was a culmination of intense competition, with Spain showcasing superior tactics and skill to secure their win​

2. Wimbledon 2024 Champions

Carlos Alcaraz claimed the men's singles title at Wimbledon by defeating Novak Djokovic, while Iga Świątek won the women's singles title. The tournament concluded on July 14, highlighting some of the best tennis played this year​.

3. ICC Men's T20 World Cup: Jasprit Bumrah Shines

India's Jasprit Bumrah was named Player of the Tournament in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, co-hosted by the USA and West Indies. His exceptional bowling was a key factor in India's performance​.

4. Paris 2024 Summer Olympics Preparations

The Adani Group was named the principal sponsor for Team India at the Paris 2024 Olympics. PV Sindhu will be the female flag-bearer, and Gagan Narang has been appointed as the Chef-de-Mission for the Indian contingent​​.

5. British Grand Prix

The British Grand Prix was held on July 7 at Silverstone, featuring intense competition among top Formula 1 drivers. The race was part of a series of Grand Prix events taking place in July​​.

6. Hungarian Grand Prix

The Hungarian Grand Prix took place on July 21 at the Hungaroring, adding another exciting chapter to the Formula 1 season​​.

7. Belgian Grand Prix

Scheduled for July 28, the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps promises to be another thrilling event in the Formula 1 calendar​​.

8. World Record in High Jump

Yaroslava Mahuchikh of Ukraine broke the women's high jump world record on July 11, clearing 2.09 meters and surpassing the previous record set in 1987​​.

9. John Cena's Retirement Announcement

WWE superstar John Cena announced his retirement, with his final matches set for 2025. Cena's career has been marked by numerous achievements and his transition to acting in recent years​​.

10. Dhruv Sitwala Wins Asian Billiards Championship

Dhruv Sitwala won the 2024 Asian Billiards Championship, defeating Pankaj Advani. This marks Sitwala's third Asian billiards title, highlighting his dominance in the sport​​.

11. PV Sindhu Named India's Flag-Bearer

PV Sindhu has been selected as the female flag-bearer for India at the Paris 2024 Olympics, reflecting her significant achievements and status in Indian sports​​.

12. Adani Group Sponsors Team India

The Adani Group has launched the #DeshkaGeetAtOlympics campaign as the principal sponsor for Team India, aiming to inspire patriotism and support Indian athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics​​.

13. Carlos Alcaraz Wins Wimbledon

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon men's singles final, marking a significant milestone in his career and showcasing his potential as a future tennis star​.

14. Jasprit Bumrah Named Player of the Month

Jasprit Bumrah was named the ICC Men's Player of the Month for June, recognizing his outstanding performance in the T20 World Cup​.

15. Smriti Mandhana Named Player of the Month

Smriti Mandhana was named the ICC Women's Player of the Month for June, highlighting her exceptional contributions to the Indian women's cricket team​​.

16. Gagan Narang Appointed Chef-de-Mission

Gagan Narang has been appointed as the Chef-de-Mission for the Indian contingent at the Paris 2024 Olympics, following Mary Kom's resignation.

17. ICC Women's T20 World Cup Squads Announced

The squads for the upcoming Women's Caribbean Premier League were announced, with the tournament set to begin on August 21.​

18. Ravindra Jadeja's Emotional Tribute

Ravindra Jadeja paid tribute to his late mother with a heartfelt post after India's T20 World Cup victory, announcing his retirement from T20Is​.

19. Neeraj Jena's Journey to Paris Olympics

Asian Games silver medallist Neeraj Jena revealed his struggles after the Tokyo Olympics and his decision to continue in the sport, ahead of his participation in the Paris Olympics​

20. Gautam Gambhir Appointed India Head Coach

Gautam Gambhir was appointed as the head coach of the Indian cricket team, paying an emotional tribute to KKR fans for their support during his tenure as mentor​.

21. Avinash Sable Breaks Steeplechase Record

Avinash Sable broke the national steeplechase record at the Paris Diamond League, showcasing his exceptional talent and dedication​​.

22. Women's Euro U19 Championship

The Women's U19 Euro Championship took place from July 15 to 27 in Lithuania, featuring emerging talents in European football​​.

23. Men's Euro U19 Championship

The Men's U19 Euro Championship was held from July 15 to 28 in Northern Ireland, highlighting future stars of European football​​.

24. Tour de France

The Tour de France, running from June 29 to July 21, covered various stages across Italy and France, culminating in Paris. It remains one of the most prestigious cycling events in the world​​.

25. MLB All-Star Game

The MLB All-Star Game took place on July 16 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, featuring top players from Major League Baseball in a showcase of talent​.