From badminton to cricket, Sandip Sikdar writes on many sporting disciplines. He has the experience of working in digital, news agency as well as print organisations. Motorsport remains his first love.
Articles by Sandip Sikdar
Sindhu ropes in Anup Sridhar as coach for European swing
He has been training the two-time Olympic medallist since the start of September at Hyderabad’s Gachibowli Stadium
Published on Sep 23, 2024 10:45 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
‘Good learner’ Malvika creates a flutter in China
Malvika Bansod reached the China Open quarter-finals, showcasing her talent by defeating top players despite losing to Akane Yamaguchi.
Updated on Sep 20, 2024 07:05 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
I am confident Kush Maini can reach F1: Hakkinen
The 55-year-old ‘Flying Finn’ also spoke about the current F1 season and his old team McLaren being on top after more than a decade
Published on Sep 19, 2024 09:29 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, Chennai
India edge past China to win Asian Champions Trophy
A disciplined performance by the hosts saw India face their toughest challenge before Jugraj scored the winner
Updated on Sep 17, 2024 11:58 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Oscar Piastri arrives on the big stage in style
The 23-year-old did nothing wrong on a bright afternoon in the ‘City of Winds’ as he delivered one of the finest wins in recent F1 history
Published on Sep 16, 2024 10:52 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT hockey: Jarman, Harman sparkle as India ease into final
The holders beat South Korea 4-1 and will face hosts China, who beat Pakistan in the other semi-final
Published on Sep 16, 2024 10:23 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT hockey: Dominant India face Korea in semis
India's men's hockey team, dominant in Asia, aims for another win against Korea in the Asian Champions Trophy semi-finals after impressive performances.
Updated on Sep 15, 2024 09:23 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT Hockey: India rally to beat Pakistan, face South Korea in semis
Harmanpreet Singh scored both the goals in India’s final Asian Champions Trophy group match in China
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 10:17 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
India vs Pakistan: A rivalry hoping for a revival
While Harmanpreet and Co have benefitted from a professional setup, things haven’t been as rosy across the border
Updated on Sep 14, 2024 01:02 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Harmanpreet joins party as India earn fourth win on trot
Harmanpreet Singh scored twice as India defeated South Korea 3-1, securing a spot in the semi-finals of the Asian Champions Trophy.
Updated on Sep 12, 2024 10:29 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT hockey: Raj Kumar hits hat-trick as India pummel Malaysia, enter semis
Araijeet Hundal scored two and Jugraj Singh, Harmanpreet Singh and Uttam Singh one each in the 8-1 win
Published on Sep 11, 2024 07:45 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
No waterless hockey turfs for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
President of world body FIH Tayyab Ikram said reducing water use due to climate stress was its pledge, but LA will be too hot for that
Updated on Sep 11, 2024 07:25 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
ACT hockey: India down Japan 5-1 for second straight win
Sukhjeet Singh’s brace and a goal each from Abhishek, Sanjay and Uttam Singh helped the defending champions win easily in Hulunbuir City, China
Published on Sep 09, 2024 07:12 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Young India forwards face ACT test in China
India's hockey team begins a new Olympic cycle at the Asian Champions Trophy, facing China first, with a mix of young talent and experienced players
Updated on Sep 07, 2024 10:32 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Doohan’s route to Formula 1 via Chennai
Son of five-time MotoGP world champion Mick Doohan, Jack never really shared his father’s love for two-wheelers, but racing was clearly in his blood
Published on Aug 23, 2024 07:34 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Pathak waits to step up as India goalie after Sreejesh’s adieu
The big test for the long-time India No.2 and others will start with the Asian Champions Trophy in September
Updated on Aug 17, 2024 06:10 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Gurjant, India’s all-purpose man upfront
The Paris bronze-winning hockey team’s forward says staying injury free for the past one year has helped him gain confidence of the coach, team
Updated on Aug 16, 2024 05:08 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Love and respect: HI retire Sreejesh’s No.16 jersey
The double Olympic bronze medallist, who played 336 internationals, will now take over as India’s junior men’s hockey team coach
Updated on Aug 14, 2024 10:14 PM IST
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Paris 2024: Raj Kumar’s surreal journey to the hockey bronze
He was especially brilliant in the quarter-final where India beat Great Britain despite being down to 10 men for three quarters
Published on Aug 12, 2024 10:43 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Hockey goes Dutch in the Parisian summer
For the first time in Olympic history, the same country won the men’s and women’s hockey gold medals
Updated on Aug 11, 2024 07:00 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Harmanpreet’s redemption arc from WC low to Olympic bronze
India scored 15 goals in their eight matches in Paris with the skipper scoring an incredible 10 of them
Updated on Aug 10, 2024 04:19 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
India beat Spain to win hockey bronze
The Indian men’s hockey team beat Spain 2-1 in the bronze medal playoff to win the nation’s fourth and first non-shooting medal from Paris
Updated on Aug 08, 2024 07:31 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Battle of styles: Fulton’s India vs Caldas’s Spain
For the first time in 52 years, the India hockey team will be fighting for a second successive medal at the Olympics
Published on Aug 07, 2024 10:56 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Lakshya Sen loses bronze playoff to Lee Zii Jia
India's badminton squad failed to win an Olympic medal as Lakshya Sen lost to Malaysian Lee Zii Jia. Malaysia's Lee took bronze in men's singles.
Updated on Aug 05, 2024 07:29 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar
Sreejesh, an artist at his best
The seasoned goalkeeper was again the hero of 10-man India’s great hockey quarterfinal win over Great Britain
Updated on Aug 05, 2024 05:10 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Sensational Sen first Indian male shuttler in Olympic semis
The world No.22 switched tactics brilliantly after losing the first game to beat Chinese Taipei’s Chou Tien Chen
Updated on Aug 03, 2024 01:18 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Tai Tzu, greatness and a story of near major misses
Tai Tzu Ying, one of badminton's greatest players, retires after an emotional loss to Ratchanok Intanon at the Olympics, ending her quest for a major gold title
Updated on Aug 02, 2024 05:00 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Is India’s poor penalty corner conversion a worry?
Harmanpreet Singh secured a 2-0 win for India over Ireland. Despite low PC conversion rates, the team aims to excel against strong opponents.
Updated on Aug 01, 2024 06:44 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
Paris 2024: Sensational Sen stuns Indonesia’s Christie, enters last 16
The Indian showed great control and tactical smartness to win the do-or-die group match in straight games
Published on Jul 31, 2024 04:08 PM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi
India’s fourth place finishes at Olympics
India have finished with six fourth place finishes at Paris 2024, the most at any Olympic Games
Updated on Aug 06, 2024 12:34 AM IST
Sandip Sikdar, New Delhi