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    Sandip Sikdar

    Sandip Sikdar covers Olympic disciplines with a special interest in badminton and hockey. He also keenly follows motorsports. He started his career with HT before joining IANS and NDTV. Current stint at HT started in 2017.

    Articles by Sandip Sikdar

    From MMA to teqball: Six sports making their debut at 2026 Asian Games

    Artistes perform during the opening ceremony of the 20th Asian Games in Nagoya on Saturday. (PTI)
    others
    Updated on Sep 19, 2026 12:53 IST

    Fractured ceramics to recycled tech: How 2026 Asian Games medals were made

    The medals that will be awarded at the Asian Games. (Asian Games)
    others
    Updated on Sep 19, 2026 11:38 IST

    Indian men, women shuttlers likely to run into Japan in quarters

    Men’s doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (L) and Chirag Shetty are India’s brightest badminton medal hope along with PV Sindhu in women’s singles. (AFP)
    badminton
    Updated on Sep 19, 2026 09:41 IST

    How Harmanpreet Singh plans to plug defensive leaks at Asian Games

    India's men's hockey team will begin its campaign at the Asian Games on Sunday.
    hockey
    Updated on Sep 19, 2026 08:41 IST

    2-time Olympic medallist Sindhu still a force no rival can take lightly at Asiad

    PV Sindhu is once again dealing with high expectations. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Sep 17, 2026 24:59 IST

    Seeking Asian Games high after hockey World Cup low

    Harmanpreet Singh in action during the FIH Hockey World Cup. (AP Photo/Omar Havana)
    hockey
    Updated on Sep 16, 2026 24:45 IST

    Why F1’s street circuit obsession is not working out

    Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli celebrates after winning the Spanish Grand Prix race in Madrid. (AP)
    others
    Updated on Sep 14, 2026 18:18 IST

    HIL faces existential crisis amid Hockey India power struggle

    Hockey India League is staring at an uncertain future. (HIL)
    hockey
    Updated on Sep 15, 2026 01:07 IST

    India hockey returns to blue at Asian Games after World Cup row over saffron

    The Indian teams wore saffron jerseys at the World Cup last month. (AP)
    hockey
    Updated on Sep 9, 2026 01:01 IST

    We trusted our defence, were patient in attack: Satwik-Chirag

    Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (L) and Chirag Shetty. (PTI)
    badminton
    Updated on Sep 8, 2026 24:50 IST

    Inside Kimi Antonelli’s remarkable charge to Monza glory

    Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli celebrates with fans and the trophy after winning the Italian GP. (REUTERS)
    others
    Updated on Sep 8, 2026 24:47 IST

    Satwik-Chirag conquer China Masters, set tone for Asiad title defence

    Indian pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (R) and Chirag Shetty celebrate winning the men’s doubles final against China’s Ren Xiangyu and He Jiting at the China Masters in Shenzhen on Sunday. (AFP)
    badminton
    Updated on Sep 6, 2026 14:19 IST

    Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty storm into third China Masters final

    India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy (L) and Chirag Shetty. (AFP)
    badminton
    Updated on Sep 6, 2026 01:27 IST

    Fisichella backs Antonelli for Monza fightback despite grid penalty

    Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli. (AFP)
    others
    Updated on Sep 4, 2026 17:16 IST

    World Cup show must motivate us at Asian Games: Savita Punia

    For veteran goalkeeper Savita Punia (R), the World Cup campaign was a testament to how far the team has evolved, shifting from a mindset of survival. (FIH)
    hockey
    Updated on Aug 29, 2026 14:45 IST

    How Marijne healed India's rifts and delivered their best World Cup since 1974

    Sjoerd Marijne: Important to create a culture where players can be themselves
    hockey
    Updated on Aug 29, 2026 24:49 IST

    Women’s HIL stares at an uncertain future

    The Indian women’s hockey team in action against Australia in the FIH World Cup in Amstelveen on Sunday. (AFP)
    hockey
    Updated on Aug 26, 2026 17:25 IST

    Hockey: How tactical predictability, defensive disarray took India out

    Until the Indian men’s hockey team’s issues are resolved quickly, the wait for that elusive World Cup medal will only stretch longer. (Hockey India)
    hockey
    Updated on Aug 26, 2026 01:16 IST

    How the Indian women’s hockey team punched above their weight

    India‘s performance at the World Cup reignited hope for the team going forward. (Ewout Pahud de Mortanges)
    hockey
    Updated on Aug 24, 2026 17:02 IST

    How badminton has evolved into a high-speed physical grinder

    South Korea’s An Se Young celebrates after defeating Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi in the women’s singles final. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 24, 2026 24:56 IST

    Worlds Championships: An Se Young’s masterclass and a French revolution

    South Korea’s An Se Young celebrates her second women’s singles world title after defeating Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi in the final in New Delhi on Sunday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT Photo)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 23, 2026 15:44 IST

    After World Championships, Gopichand turns focus on Asian Games

    Coaches Pullela Gopichand (R) and B Sumeeth Reddy. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 23, 2026 24:45 IST

    ‘Just the start’: Treesa-Gayatri proud after historic World Chmapionships bronze

    India’s Treesa Jolly (R) and Gayatri Gopichand compete against China’s Liu Sheng Shu and Tan Ning during their semi-final on Saturday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 23, 2026 01:08 IST

    Echoes of 2011: The Jwala-Ashwini medal that started a tradition

    File image of Jwala Gutta (R) and Ashwini Ponnappa. (HT FILE)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 22, 2026 15:27 IST

    Treesa-Gayatri stun Chinese fourth seeds, end India's 15-year medal wait

    India’s Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand compete against China’s Jia Yi Fan and Zhang Shu Xian during their women’s doubles quarter-final in New Delhi on Friday. (Sanchit Khanna/ HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 22, 2026 01:01 IST

    Shock exit for Lakshya Sen, US teen Garret Tan plots upset

    India’s Lakshya Sen. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 20, 2026 21:01 IST

    PV Sindhu falls after epic; Satwik-Chirag, Treesa-Gayatri keep medal hopes alive

    PV Sindhu competes against China’s Wang Zhi Yi in New Delhi on Thursday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 21, 2026 24:47 IST

    India Open locked in winter window despite criticism

    PV Sindhu in action against China’s Wang Zhi Yi during their pre-quarterfinal match World Championships on Thursday. (Sanchit Khanna/HT)
    badminton
    Updated on Aug 20, 2026 15:24 IST

    Formula E Gen4: Faster cars, sweeping changes and a shift beyond street circuits

    Briton James Rossiter driving the Gen4 Formula E car at Circuit Paul Ricard on April 21, 2026 in France. (LAT Images)
    others
    Updated on Aug 17, 2026 16:16 IST

    Porsche’s Wehrlein crowned 2025-26 Formula E world champion

    Pascal Wehrlein of Porsche Formula E Team celebrates with his trophy. (LAT Images)
    others
    Updated on Aug 16, 2026 17:08 IST
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