Sports: April 2024 Current Affairs | General Test Preparation for CUET UG - CUET Commerce PDF Download

Novak Djokovic Becomes the Oldest World No. 1 in ATP Rankings History 

• Novak Djokovic, the 24-time Grand Slam champion, continues to break records on the ATP Tour. As of this week, he 
• begins his 419th week as the World No. 1, extending his huge record.  
• On Sunday, April 9, 2024, Djokovic will surpass Roger Federer’s record and become the oldest World No. 1 in ATP 
• Rankings history at the age of 36 years and 321 days.

Maharashtra Men’s and Women National Kho Kho Champion 

• Maharashtra team emerged as the undisputed champion at the 56th National Kho Kho Championship 2023-24, clinching 
• both the men’s and women’s titles. 
• The championship was held at Delhi’s Karnail Singh Stadium and the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.

Bindyarani Devi Wins Bronze, Mirabai Chanu Qualifies for Paris Olympics 2024 at IWF World Cup 

• The IWF World Cup 2024 was held in Phuket, Thailand from March 31 to April 11, 2024. 
• The event was organized by the International Weightlifting Federation (IWF). 
• The IWF is the world governing body for men’s and women’s weightlifting, with 193 member countries.  
• It is headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland, and its current president is Mohamad Hassan Jaloud.

Bilquis Mir: The First Indian Woman on the Paris Olympics Jury 

• Bilquis Mir, a canoeist from Jammu and Kashmir, is set to make history as the first woman from India to represent the country as a jury member at the upcoming Summer Olympics in Paris.

Max Verstappen of Red Bull Dominated the Japanese Grand Prix 

• Triple world champion Max Verstappen of Red Bull dominated the Japanese Grand Prix, leading a one-two finish for his team alongside teammate Sergio Perez. 
• Verstappen was back to his best after a brake issue in the previous race in Australia saw him retire.

Sri Lankan Star Kamindu Mendis and England’s Maia Bouchier Crowned ICC Players of the Month 

• The International Cricket Council (ICC) has named Sri Lankan cricketer Kamindu Mendis as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for March 2024.  
• On the women’s side, England’s Maia Bouchier has been awarded the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for March 2024. 
  • About ICC Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 
  • Founded: 15 June 1909; 
  • CEO: Geoff Allardice; 
  • Chairman: Greg Barclay.

Asian Wrestling Championship: Udit Bags Silver, Abhimanyu and Vicky Claim Bronze Each 

• India’s 19-year-old Udit won the silver medal in the men’s 57kg category at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2024 in 
• Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.  
• Abhimanyou (men’s 70kg) and Vicky (men’s 97kg) also won the bronze medals in their respective weight divisions to 
• take India’s tally to three medals after the opening day of the competition.

The Arjun-Jeevan duo has secured the Challenger crown 

• In the finals of the $82,000 Challenger tennis tournament held in Cuernavaca, Mexico, the third-seeded duo of Arjun 
• Kadhe and Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan defeated the second-seeded team of Piotr Matuszewski and Matthew Romios with a 
• score of 7-6(5), 6-4 to clinch the doubles title. 
• The champion team collected $4665 and 75 ATP points. 
• The runners-up got $2700 and 50 points.

Kagiso Rabada sets record for fastest 100 IPL wickets 

• In a match between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans at IS Bindra Stadium, Kagiso Rabada made history by claiming his 
• 100th wicket in the Indian Premier League (IPL). This feat made him the fastest bowler to achieve this milestone, doing 
• so in just 64 IPL matches. Rabada, known for his right-arm pace bowling, surpassed the previous record held by Lasith 
• Malinga, who reached the 100-wicket mark in his 70th match. The pivotal wicket leading to Rabada's achievement was 
• that of Wriddhiman Saha. 
• About Kagiso Rabada: 
  • Born: 25 May 1995 (age 28 years), Johannesburg, South Africa 
  • Current teams: Punjab Kings (Cricket Bowler) 
  • Parents: Mpho Rabada, Florence Rabada 
  • Height: 1.91 m 

Rohit Sharma becomes 2nd player after MS Dhoni to play 250 matches in IPL 

• Rohit Sharma, the former captain of the Mumbai Indians, etched his name in the annals of Indian Premier League (IPL) history by becoming only the second player to feature in 250 IPL matches.  
• The only player ahead of him in terms of IPL appearances is the iconic MS Dhoni, who has graced the tournament with 
• 256 matches.

Max Verstappen wins first Chinese Grand Prix 

• Max Verstappen of Red Bull Racing showcased sheer dominance at the eagerly anticipated Chinese Grand Prix, securing a decisive victory and extending his lead in the 2024 World Championship. His win in this Formula One race, the first in 
• China in five years, was characterized by leading from start to finish, leaving no room for doubt about his performance. 

Gukesh Etches Name in Chess History as Youngest Challenger 

• Indian chess prodigy Dommaraju Gukesh, at only 17 years old, achieved a historic milestone by winning the FIDE Candidates tournament. 
• This victory makes him the youngest-ever challenger in the history of the World Chess 
• Championship and the first teenager to claim this prestigious tournament title. 

Casper Ruud won Barcelona Open; Rybakina clinched Stuttgart Open 

• Casper Ruud, ranked World No. 6, secured a remarkable victory by defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas in the ATP Barcelona Open 500 singles final. 
• Ruud's 7-5, 6-3 victory marked a significant milestone in his professional career, earning him his largest trophy yet.

Top 10 IPL wicket-takers from Chahal to Bumrah 

• In the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), many bowlers have made their mark with exceptional performances. 
• As the 2024 IPL progresses, let's explore the top 10 bowlers with the most wickets in the tournament. 
• Yuzvendra Chahal, the crafty leg-spinner of the Rajasthan Royals, leads the pack as the highest wicket-taker in IPL history.

T20 World Cup ambassador Usain Bolt optimistic about cricket in USA 

• Legendary sprinter Usain Bolt has been appointed as the official ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, hosted by the West Indies and the United States from June 1 to 29. 
• Bolt, renowned as the fastest man alive, brings his cricket passion and worldwide appeal to energize the tournament and expand the sport's reach. 

Yuvraj Singh Named ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Ambassador 

• The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the appointment of Indian cricket legend Yuvraj Singh as an ambassador for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024.  
• The announcement comes with just 36 days remaining until the highly anticipated global event for T20 cricket commences.

Sana Mir Named Ambassador of ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier 

• The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the appointment of Pakistan cricket legend Sana Mir as the ambassador for the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier. 
• The Women’s T20 World Cup Qualifier will witness 10 teams battling it out for two coveted spots at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 in Bangladesh.

Yakshagana Exponent Subrahmanya Dhareshwar Passes Away 

• The world of Yakshagana, a traditional theatre form of Karnataka, has lost a towering figure.  
• Subrahmanya Dhareshwar, a senior and well-known Yakshagana ‘bhagavatha’ (background singer), passed away in Bengaluru. 
• He was 66 years old.

Indian athletes excel at 21st U-20 Asian Athletics Championship 2024 

• India's athletes maintained their remarkable medal streak at the 21st U-20 Asian Athletics Championship 2024 as Harshit Kumar secured a gold medal in the fiercely contested Hammer throw event. 
• His exceptional throw of 66.7 meters earned India another prestigious gold at the championship.

Velavan Senthilkumar of India wins Batch Open Squash 

• Velavan Senthilkumar of India clinched his eighth Professional Squash Association Tour title by winning the Batch Open Challenger tournament. 
• In the final, he defeated French player Melvil Scianimanico with scores of 11-6, 11-9, 11-6. This victory marked Senthilkumar's 12th appearance in a Professional Squash Association final. 
• Ranked 58th globally, he also triumphed over Hong Kong's Andes Ling in the semifinals with scores of 11-2, 11-1, 11-6 in just 22 minutes.

MS Dhoni Sets New IPL Record in CSK’s Dominant Win 

• The Chennai Super Kings (CSK) clinched a commanding 78-run victory against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Sunday, which could influence the course of both teams' 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) journeys. 
• This decisive win notably improved CSK's net run rate, moving them to the third position in the league rankings. 
• Conversely, SRH faced their second consecutive loss, dropping to the fourth position. 
• About MS Dhoni: 
  • Born: 7 July 1981 (age 42 years), Ranchi 
  • Spouse: Sakshi Dhoni (m. 2010) 
  • Parents: Pan Singh Dhoni, Devaki Devi 
  • Awards: Padma Bhushan (2018), Padma Shri (2009), Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (2008)