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South Asian Junior Athletic Meet: Double delight for Unnathi Aiyappa

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City athlete Bopanna wins bronze in men’s 800 mts

Chennai:

Athlete Bollanda Unnathi Aiyappa, who had won a gold medal setting a new meet record in the South Asian Junior Athletic Meet at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, here on Thursday, won her second gold medal setting another new meet record in women’s 200 mts on last day of the Meet.

Unnathi completed the race in the record timing of 23.91sec beating the old record of 24.32 mts set by A. Suseedran at Ranchi in 2013. India’s Nancy (23.11 sec) and Neeru Pathak (29.91 sec) finished in second and third place respectively.

Speaking to Star of Mysore, Unnathi Aiyappa said, she was delighted for having won two gold medals and added that she was in the best of the form because of continuous travelling.

“After World Junior event, I was not able to give my best. I took part in the South Asian Junior Championship with no expectations. But, having won two gold medals has delighted me,” she said.

Though, this was event of the season, Unnathi will be seen in action at the All India Inter University Athletic Championship to be held in December. She is the daughter of Intl. Athletic Coach B.P. Aiyappa and Olympian G.G. Pramila Aiyappa (Guddanda), residents of Bengaluru.

Meanwhile, city’s Thelapanda K. Bopanna won bronze in the men’s 800 mts run. He won bronze with a timing of 1:50.45 sec behind Sri Lanka’s H.D.S. Awishka (1:49.83sec) and India’s Vinod Kumar (1:50.07sec) who won gold and silver respectively.

Bopanna is the son of Dentist T.M. Kalappa and Rachana Kalappa, residents of V.V. Mohalla in Mysuru.

India with a total of 48 medals (21 gold, 22 silver and 5 bronze) finished in the top position of the medals tally followed by Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in second and third positions.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / September 14th, 2024

Winners of 14th Celebration Mysore Marathon 2024

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Mysuru:

More than 800 sports enthusiasts took part in the 14th edition of Celebration Mysore Marathon, organised by Life is Calling in city this morning.

The marathon was flagged-off by Mountaineer Dr. Usha Hegde  in front of Kote Anjaneyaswamy Temple near the Balarama Gate of Mysore Palace at 6 am.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Usha Hegde said that taking part in sports event is important for people to stay fit and healthy. “Events like marathon should be organised more frequently to enhance the health conditions of those taking part,” she added.

The event comprised 30K Run, 21K Half Marathon, 10K Run and 5K Fun Run/ Walk. Organisers had made all necessary arrangements for the runners including drinking water at various points, medical team and ambulance on stand-by, and direction boards for the benefit of the participants.

Results

Open Male 10K Run

1. S.Y. Prajwal (36:35.7), 2. A. Abishek (36:35.9), 3. K. Kiran (37:00.00).

Senior Male 10K Run

1. Chandrasekaran Subramanian (45:14), 2. K.R. Ramakrishna (48:18), 3. N.T. Ranjit (48:37).

Veteran Male 10K Run

1. Ravindra Gundurao (54:18), 2. Hosur Udaykumar Shetty (56:26), 3. L. Ananth (59:42).

Open Female 10K Run

1. Deepika Prakash (46:45), 2. Seema Dasila (50:51), 3. Sandhya Satyan (51:53).

Senior Female 10K Run

1. Mamta Bharaktiya (01:04.44), 2. Shobha (01:07.12), 3. Dr. B.H. Vatsala (01:11.23).

Veteran Female 10K

1. Shamala Padmanabhan (01:33.38), 2. Geetha Vijaya (01:53.23).

Open Male Half Marathon (21K Run)

1. Madhusudhan (01:20.26), 2. Syed Atif Umar (01:29.51), 3. Dhanasekar Rajendran (01:31.36).

Senior Male Half Marathon

1. B.K. Madhukar (01:34.49), 2. Bhagya Mohan Konwar (01:45.02), 3. R. Sujanya (01:45.09).

Veteran Male Half Marathon

1. Girish Gubbi Dasappa (02:23.52), 2. Sanjeeva Balkur (02:25.20), 3. Kurupath Sureshkumar (02:35.20) .

Open Female Half Marathon

1. Meera (02:05.34), 2. Bharathi Chandrashekar (02:16.44), 3. K. Madhavi (02:16.45).

Senior Female Half Marathon

1. Divya Madaiah (02:22.04), 2. Sarvanidhi Thakur (02:24.24), 3. Rashmi Urs (02:44.03).

Veteran Female Half Marathon

1. S.G. Vijaya  (02:18.58).

Open Male 30K Run


1. Mohmmad Sahil Annigeri (01:54.12), 2. Sreejin Thankamani (02:13.08), 3. Chan Pasha (02:19.22).

Senior Male 30K Run

1. Reji Kumar Aravindakshan (02:25.58), 2. Ravikumar Yalagach (02:26.00), 3. Siddhartha Menon (02:27.04).

Veteran Male 30K Run

1. G. Mohan Rao (04:14.20), 2. Ramakrishna (04:44.54).

Open Female 30K Run

1. Pragati Gupta (02:36.17), 2. Mamta Yadav (02:53.19), 3. Bindu J. Prakash (03:25.23).

Senior Female 30K Run

1. Suman Srinivasa (02:56.02), 2. Rajalakshmy Mani (03:37.26), 3. Chintana M. Patkar (03:56.56).

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News (headline edited) / September 01st, 2024

World Masters Athletics Championships: Mysuru’s Reeth Abraham wins Bronze in Triple Jump

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Mysuru:

Mysuru-born athlete Reeth Abraham has won the bronze medal for India in the women’s Triple Jump final event of the World Masters Athletics Championships held in Björlanda, Sweden recently.

Reeth finished with a best effort of 9.83 metres, behind USA’s Neringa Jakstiene (9.99 m) and Great Britain’s Joanne Willoughby (9.91m).

The 63-year-old Reeth finished a considerable margin ahead of fourth-placed Hilde Bottin of Belgium, who managed a best of 9.29 metres.

Now settled in Bengaluru, Reeth is the daughter of late Ballachanda A. Devaiah (Chimney) and Tomy Devaiah, resident of Saraswathipuram, Mysuru.

A former Asian medallist in long jump and 100 metre hurdles disciplines and a former National Champion in heptathlon, Arjuna Awardee Reeth Abraham has four sisters, popular as Devaiah Sisters (Preeth, Geeth, Seeth and Neeth), who too were prolific sportspersons and have represented their respective Universities, State and country in various sports fields.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / August 27th, 2024

Three-time Olympian Poovamma credits family support and encourages young athletes to persevere

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MR Poovamma, a three-time Olympian representing India, spoke at the Press Club’s ’Gaurava Athithi’ program organized by the DK Working Journalists Association on Saturday.

She credited her family, particularly her parents and husband, for supporting her throughout her sports career, stating that her achievements are shared with them.

Despite being 34, Poovamma emphasized that age should not be a barrier for athletes. “I wanted to prove that I can still compete and inspire others, regardless of age,” she said. She also expressed her intention to continue her career for a few more years and plans to open a sports academy post-retirement.

Acknowledging her husband Jitin Paul’s support in managing her training and household responsibilities, Poovamma praised her mother for her unwavering presence at all her events since her school days.

She highlighted the growing opportunities in sports, noting the government’s supportive role through programs like Khelo India and improved facilities. Poovamma advised young athletes to remain resilient in the face of setbacks, injuries, and failure, encouraging parents to support their children’s interest in sports. She stressed the importance of good practice, adequate rest, and proper nutrition for athletes’ physical and mental fitness.

source: http://www.mangaloretoday.com / Mangalore Today / Home> Main News / by Mangalore Today News Network / August 25th, 2024

Sulthanpalya wins overall championship for 2nd time at Inter-Sangha Kodava Samaja badminton tournament

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Sulthanpalya wins overall championship for 2nd time at Inter-Sangha Kodava Samaja badminton tournament

Bengaluru :

Sri Vijaya Ganapathi Kodava Sangha (SVGKS), Sulthanpalya, secured the overall championship for the second consecutive year at the 18th annual inter-sangha shuttle badminton tournament, organized by Kodava Samaja, Bengaluru. The tournament concluded on Sunday, with SVGKS dominating the competition by accumulating a total of 80 points.

The month-long event saw participation from 30 of the 31 sanghas under Kodava Samaja, Bengaluru. Vidyaranyapuram sangha finished as the second runner-up.

SVGKS, Sulthanpalya, achieved a remarkable feat by winning 11 out of the 15 finals and securing 4 runner-up positions, setting a new record in recent times.

The success of the team was attributed to the efforts of coach Chendrimada Ganapathy, sports secretary Koothanda Santhosh, manager Chemira Sanju Poonacha,, Theethramada Satish Bopanna , SVGKS secretary Bayavanda Sharath Kushalappa and Kodava Samaja secretary Chiriapanda Vivek Muthanna.

Here is the list of winners and runners-up from Team SVGKS:

Winners

Kuppanda Gehna & Boppanda Lisika (Girls U15 Doubles)

Pandanda Daman & Chottangada Pranav (Boys U15 Doubles)

Kuppanda Varshini & Koothanda Shravika (Girls 21-30 Doubles)

Mallengada Kaveri & Kullachanda Krithika (Women’s 30-40 Doubles)

Chendrimada Ganapa & Chandapanda Prajwal (Men’s 30-40 Doubles)

Naleyanda Deepak & Kanathanda Manu Aiyappa (Men’s 40-50 Doubles)

Koothanda Santhosh & Poyyattira Raja (Men’s 50-60 Doubles)

Kuppanda Gehna (Girls U15 Singles)

Kuppanda Varshini (Girls 20-30 Singles)

Mallengada Kaveri (Women’s 30-40 Singles)

Bollachettira Suman (Women’s 50+ Singles)

Runners-Up

Chottangada Ganika & Poyyattira Krithi (Girls 15-20 Doubles)

Chottangada Saritha & Kaliyanda Namitha (Women’s 40-50 Doubles)

Mallengada Daicy & Ballachanda Shirly (Women’s 50+ Doubles)

Chendrimada Ganapa & Kuppanda Varshini (Mixed Doubles Below 40)

source: http://www.msn.com / MSN Start / Home> Sports / source: The Times of India / by ManuAiyappa Kanathanda

Karatekas showcase skills at National Shito Ryu Karate Do Championship

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Mysuru:

The two-day 27th National Shito Ryu Karate Do Championship 2024, organised by All India Shito Ryu Karate Do Union (ASIKU), was inaugurated by Mysuru-Kodagu MP Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar at Kodava Samaja Auditorium in Vijayanagar here yesterday.

MLA and Legal Advisor to the Chief Minister A.S. Ponnanna, MLA Dr. Mantar Gowda, Olympian and Ashwini Sports Foundation Founder Ashwini Karumbaiah, ASIKU Observers and Technical Advisors Sensei T.S. Wong and Sensei George Tan, AISKU President Arun Machaiah and General Secretary Rahul Tawde were present.

A total of 1,350 karatekas from 17 States are taking part in the Championship being held in U-6 to U-13 and above 13 years categories.

Asian refrees and judges, recognised by World Karate Federation, are officiating the matches. Organisers have made all arrangements to attend to any emergencies.

The winners of this Championship will take part in the Asia Pacific Shito Ryu Karate Do Championship to be held in Singapore from Nov. 27 to Dec. 4, said Arun Machaiah, who is also the Director of World Shito Ryu Karate Federation.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / August 25th, 2024

Coorg Public School excels in Athletics Meet

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In a stellar display of speed and agility, students of Coorg Public School (COPS) made their mark at the CISCE Regional Athletics Meet 2024, hosted by KA324 Indian Public School, Bengaluru.

K.C. Sukanth Gowda, a Class 8 student, stole the show with his impressive performances, clinching gold medals in the 100m and 200m events in the Under-14 category and a silver medal in the 400m event.

Sukanth’s remarkable achievements earned him the Individual Championship title in the Under-14 boys’ category.

The Coorg Public School team, comprising 12 participants, including 4 girls and 8 boys, showcased their teamwork and dedication, ultimately winning the Overall Championship in the Under-14 boys’ category.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / August 21st, 2024

Mysuru woman conquers Mount Elbrus in Russia

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Mysore/Mysuru:

Jammada Preeth Appaiah, a resident of Bannimantap, Mysuru, reached the summit of Mount Elbrus, the tallest mountain in Russia and Europe, on Aug. 17. She completed the climb in 7 hours and 20 minutes, starting at midnight and reaching the peak at 7.20 am. She was part of 11-member expedition team.

Preeth is the second person from Kodagu to achieve this feat, following Tekkada Bhavani from Peroor, Napoklu. In March 2023, Preeth also scaled Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak and the tallest free-standing mountain in the world at 5,895 metres (19,340 feet).

Mount Elbrus, an extinct volcano standing at 5,642 metres (18,510 feet) above sea level, is located deep within the Caucasus range near the Georgia border. This range, which includes 14 of Europe’s highest mountains, spans 700 miles and is home to the tenth-most prominent peak in the world.

Situated in the southern Russian republic of Kabardino-Balkaria, Mount Elbrus is the highest peak of the Caucasus Mountains. Although part of the Caucasus Range, which straddles Asia and Europe, most geographers classify it as the tallest peak in Europe.

Speaking to Star of Mysore over the phone, Preeth Appaiah shared details of her journey to conquer Mount Elbrus. She departed from Mysuru on Aug. 9, arriving in Russia on Aug. 10. On Aug. 11, she undertook an acclimatisation trek to a mountain rich in Molybdenum, standing at 4,120 metres (13,515 feet).

Following this initial trek, Preeth travelled to Elbrus village and completed two more days of acclimatisation walks to Pastukhov Rocks. The final summit push for Mount Elbrus began around midnight, with Preeth reaching the peak by 7.20 am on Aug. 17.

Biting Cold

“Mount Elbrus is fraught with hidden death traps, with temperatures plummeting to minus 35 to minus 40 degrees. The Arctic wind is extremely dangerous and despite wearing five layers of clothing and climbing gear, the cold was unbearable. The mountain is riddled with crevices and craters that can easily be camouflaged by snow in bad weather. We couldn’t summit for two days due to the weather, so we finally made the ascent on Aug. 17,” Preeth recounted.

After successfully scaling Mount Kilimanjaro, Preeth was determined to conquer Mount Elbrus as part of her goal to climb all seven summits — the highest mountains on each continent.

Preeth Appaiah is a home-maker, married to advocate Jammada M. Aiyanna in Mysuru. The couple has two sons, Pratham Poonacha and Aryan Kuttappa. Preeth is the daughter of late Hon. Captain Kunjiyanda Appaiah and Gowramma. Her brother, Kunjiyanda Machaiah (Machu), is a wildlife photographer.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / August 20th, 2024

12th Karnataka Shooting Competition and Championship 2024: Mysurean wins bronze in Women’s Masters Category

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Mysore/Mysuru:

Jammada Preeth Appaiah, a resident of Bannimantap in city, won a bronze medal in the Women’s Masters Category at the 12th Karnataka Shooting Competition and Championship-2024.

The event was held on July 5 at the Sports Authority of India Shooting Range and Bangalore University Shooting Range in Bengaluru, which was organised by Karnataka State Rifle Association.

Preeth Appaiah is a student of the Mysuru Sports Shooting Academy (MSSA) and regularly practices under coaches Vivek and Mamith. In 2023, she achieved a remarkable feat by climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain peak in Africa.

She reached the summit of the highest free-standing mountain in the world at 5,895 metres (19,340 feet). Preeth is the wife of advocate Jammada M. Aiyanna.

source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / July 10th, 2024

Indian badminton star Ashwini Ponnappa announces retirement after playing her ‘last Olympics‘

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Indian badminton star Ashwini Ponnappa announces retirement after playing her ‘last Olympics‘.

Ashwini Ponnappa of India in action during the Group C match with Tanisha Crasto of India against Angela Yu of Australia and Setyana Mapasa of Australia. | Photo Credit: Reuters

Indian badminton stalwart Ashwini Ponnappa on July 30 broke down in tears, announcing she played her last Olympics after she and her partner Tanisha Crasto suffered their third straight loss in the women’s doubles competition of the Paris Games.

Ashwini and Tanisha lost to Australia’s Setyana Mapasa and Angela Yu 15-21 10-21 in their final Group C game on Tuesday. They ended their campaign after losing all their three group matches.

“This will be my last, but Tanisha has a long way to go,” said 34-year-old Ashwini, who was playing in her third Olympics, when asked whether she hopes to play in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

“It takes a toll emotionally and mentally, I can’t go through this again. It is not easy, you can take all these if you are a little younger. Having played for so long, I can’t take it anymore,” she said while trying to hold back tears.

Ashwini, who had won her first national title in 2001, had formed a formidable and history scripting women’s pair with Jwala Gutta, who played till 2017.

They had won many international medals, including a gold medal at the 2010 Delhi Commonwealth Games and bronze at the Uber Cup (2014 and 2016) and the Asian Championships (2014).

In 2011, they scripted history by becoming the first Indian pair to win a medal — a bronze — at the World Championships. That was their biggest prize in their careers. The Jwala-Ashwini pair was consistently ranked among the top 20 in the world and reached 10th spot at one time.

Ashwini and Jwala played in two Olympics together (in 2012 and 2016) but could not go beyond the initial stage.

“We wanted to get a win today. As much as we would have liked the outcome to be different and better, the biggest takeaway I and Tanisha had is we had quite a journey, getting to in the Olympics. It has not been easy,” said Ashwini.

Tanisha also could not control her emotions and she sobbed inconsolably.

“She (Ashwini) has been my biggest support here. We had wanted a better result and held out heads high. She motivated me every time.

source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> Sport / by PTI / July 31st, 2024