Hyderabad fall to 0-1 defeat at Bambolim

Hyderabad FC kicked off their 2021-22 Indian Super League campaign with a 0-1 defeat to Chennaiyin FC here in Bambolim on Tuesday. Manolo Marquez gave starts to overseas trio Edu Garcia, Bart Ogbeche and Juanan, as Hyderabad put in a decent performance but failed to find a goal.

It started with an early change for Hyderabad, who had to get Halicharan Narzary off the field just 10 minutes into the game with a knock. Nikhil Poojary replaced him on the wing and Manolo’s men looked settled for most of the first half.

Chennaiyin were happy to sit back and frustrate the opponents. But it was a story of missed chances for Hyderabad as the likes of Mohammad Yasir, Edu Garcia, Asish Rai and Bart Ogbeche were constantly involved in chances that could have been converted on another day.

But both teams failed to test the goalkeepers as they went into half-time as they started. Chennaiyin started off the second half brightly, but it was a clumsy tackle from Hitesh Sharma that gave them a chance to get into the game.

Even as Hyderabad posed plenty of threat to Vishal Kaith’s goal at the other end Hitesh’s challange on Anirudh Thapa in his own box gave the visitors a penalty which was calmly converted by Vlagyimir Koman in the 66th minute giving Chennaiyin a precious lead.

Hyderabad pushed hard for the equalizer, as Manolo made four changes in the second half but his side failed to find the back of the net inspite of registering 11 shots, three of them on target.

Laxmikant Kattimani pulled off a brilliant save to deny Chennaiyin a goal with their only other shot on target as they managed to hold on tight at the back till the final whistle.

This result put an end to HFC’s 12-game unbeaten run and they will look to bounce back when they take on Mumbai City at Fatorda on Saturday, Nov 27, in what will be the first ISL game to kick off at 9:30 pm.

Amit Samarth to attempt World Ultra Cycling Record of 1037Km ride with no breaks and non stop

Dr. Amit Samarth, Scott Sports Brand Ambassador is going to attempt the World Ultra Cycling Record by cycling day and night on Saturday, 27th November 2021. He is going to commence at 2:00 am from India Gate and conclude at Zero miles, Nagpur where he will cover the distance 1037 Km to finish the race.

He will be riding Scott Plasma RC, one of the fastest bikes in India and it is a time trial bike and will ride with no breaks; no sleep breaks and his target to finish the race under 40 hours.

While talking about his training, he said “I do speed building rides or tempo rides of 75 to 100 km plus to develop speed Endurance and sustain speed for long distances. Also, I ride more than 600 to 700 km Cycling in one week with 2 to 3 strength training sessions. On weekend I do long rides, 150km -175km / 200-250 km and other days strength & interval training”.

When asked about Bike, he said “Scott Plasma RC is an aggressive bike and is extremely comfortable to ride. Also, it is very safe & extremely stable bike in rough road conditions. And it remains under control on rough roads. It maintains speed and momentum in different terrain.

Recently, he participated in Ride Across India 2021 where he cycled for 6017 km in 13 days 9 hours on Golden Quadrilateral of India that’s a world ultra-cycling record.

He has even finished Trans Siberian Extreme, the world’s longest bicycle race by cycling 9100 km in 25 days. He also participated in Race Across America, Solo Finisher which is also World’s Toughest Bicycle Race Distance 5000 km which he achieved to finish the race in 11 days 21 hours.

He is a winner of Deccan Cliffhanger 2017 and he has done IRONMAN 16 and 70.3 a toughest single day Endurance Sports race.

He is the first Indian to finish the RAAM in the last 36 years of history of the race in 11 days 21 hours. He also took part in the world’s longest bicycle race from Moscow to Vladivostok across 7 different time zones and extreme climatic conditions. 

More details : https://www.scott-sports.com/in/en/plasma-6

Rajasthan Royals associates with Stepathlon

Inaugural Champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rajasthan Royals, have joined hands with global award-winning fan engagement and wellness brand Stepathlon. The unique fan engagement initiative will focus on engaging the Royals community deeper and help existing fans stay closely connected to the Club whilst also expanding the Royals fan base and delivering value to Rajasthan Royals stakeholders. Further details of the event, including dates, will be announced shortly.

Speaking about the partnership, Manoj Badale, Lead Owner of Rajasthan Royals said, “We are positive that this unique initiative with Stepathlon, will help us deeply connect with our fans and grow the ‘Royals’ community across the globe”.

Adding to this, Mike Fordham, CEO of Royals Sports Group said, “We are excited to partner with Stepathlon to bring us closer to our fans and also to bring value to our commercial partners and other stakeholders, to drive domestic and cross border revenues through multiple channels”.

“I’m personally, and professionally, thrilled about this collaboration. Continuous fan engagement is the holy grail in Sports and Entertainment, and we are thrilled that Stepathlon delivers deeper and more meaningful fan engagement whilst creating a healthier, happier more productive planet” said Ravi Krishnan, Chairman and Founder, Stepathlon.

Hyderabad beat defending champions Mumbai City 3-1

After an unlucky start to their Indian Super League campaign, Hyderabad FC were back to winning ways at Fatorda on Saturday. In what was the first 9:30pm kickoff in the league’s history, Hyderabad FC put on an impressive display to take all three points and move up to 5th in the league table, two games into the season.

Manolo Marquez’s men did not have the best start to the game, as Ahmed Jahouh found the back of the net at the end of a smart dribble, in just the 6th minute of the game. However, it was all Hyderabad since then, as they dominated possession, created chances and were the better side on the night.

Joao Victor levelled the score in the 13th minute, coolly slotting in from the spot, after Joel Chianese was brought down with a clumsy challenge at the edge of the box. Inspite of a couple more chances falling to the hosts, it was all square at the break between the two sides.

Hyderabad managed to keep the likes of Igor Angulo quiet at the other end but it was their constant creativity in attack that posed several problems for Mumbai City.

And it was Bart Ogbeche who gave the lead to HFC in the 53rd minute making no mistake from a superb Aniket Jadhav cross from the right. This came at the end of a superb passing move, giving Manolo’s men a lead against Mumbai for the first time in their history.

Hyderabad FC not only managed to keep the lead but also doubled it after Rohit Danu popped up with his first ISL goal. The youngster was lively after coming on in the second half and took his chance after he got to a loose ball in the box and thumped it home from close range to turn into Hyderabad FC’s youngest goal scorer!

The Islanders did have a couple of dangerous attacks at the end but Laxmikant Kattimani, Chinglensana Singh and Juanan were all solid at the back and managed to see out the two-goal lead.

The likes of Hitesh Sharma, Mohammad Yasir, Asish Rai, Akash Mishra and Edu Garcia (who came off the bench) were all instrumental in keeping the defending champions from playing their natural game.

This win gave Hyderabad their first points of the season and they now climb upto 5th place in the league table. It was also Hyderabad FC’s first win with Joao Victor as the captain of the side, who was also chosen as the ‘Hero of the Match’.

Hyderabad are back in action on Thursday, when they take on Jamshedpur FC in an away game at Bambolim on 2nd December!  

Back Of Beyond Offers Canoeing London Adventures Suited For Beginners

Beyond your usual routine, a cool and calming world awaits when you dabble into canoeing in London. It’s an outdoor activity that connects you to nature and helps you wind down in its truest sense. If you’re looking for canoeing adventures suitable for beginners like you, Back of Beyond offers just what you need.

New Adventures for Novices

Just like any other water-related activity, canoeing can be overwhelming and intimidating for beginners.

With the help of Back of Beyond, you can have a canoeing London experience that serves as the ideal starting point for novices. They offer sessions led by seasoned professionals who can offer bespoke canoeing activities, depending on your skill level.

Taking your comfort and safety into mind, their tailored immersive packages will make you appreciate the unique adventure that canoeing offers — not the other way around. Thanks to their experience, they’re experts at gauging a participant’s skill and comfort level. With utmost professionalism, they will always be available to guide you through the basics of canoeing and help you improve over time.

Best Tips for Canoeing Beginners

To help you prepare for your first canoeing London adventure, we’ve compiled the best tips for beginners below:

Know the basic dos and don’ts. Especially if you’re new to the world of canoeing, never go alone. It’s not just for safety purposes. Paddling in sync on opposite sides of the boat can guarantee stable navigation. When canoeing, make sure to avoid fishing areas to avoid entangling your boat with fishing lines. It’s also not advisable to canoe when there’s heavy rain.

Educate yourself about the basic canoe strokes. Watch online videos or read up resources about the basic canoe strokes to give yourself an idea of how to wade through the waters while paddling a boat. The basic strokes include the forward stroke, the draw stroke, and the J-stroke.

Wear proper attire. For comfortable and safe canoeing, you have to wear proper attire: waterproof trousers and jacket, thermal base layers, and buoyancy aid. If you’re canoeing when the weather is cold, make sure to wear something made of synthetic fabric or wool. Also, apply sunscreen on your skin to protect yourself from harmful UV rays.

Bring along with you a canoeing starter pack. To make the most of your canoeing trip, pack the essentials: waterproof first aid kit, drinking water to keep yourself dehydrated, snacks to keep your tummy happy, map and compass (enclosed in a water-resistant case, which can also contain your camera or phone), and extra clothing.

Be honest about your skill level but don’t forget to enjoy it. Because you’re a beginner, you have to be honest about your canoeing skillset so your guide can better gauge you and teach you. Listen to what they say and follow instructions well. Above all, enjoy — canoeing is a wonderful outdoor adventure that even novices can appreciate.

Book Your Canoeing Adventure in London Today

Ready to try canoeing in London and see the city in a new light? Book your session with Back of Beyond today. Learn more about their canoeing packages — suitable for individuals and groups at all levels — here: https://backofbeyonduk.com/canoeing-london. Contact them at info@backofbeyonduk.com or +44 (0) 20 805 04051.

Glamyo Health announces lifetime free surgical treatment for Indian athletes in Tokyo Olympics 2020

Glamyo Health (www.glamyohealth.in)  – a multi-speciality healthcare provider has announced free healthcare services to all 127 Indian athletes competing in the Tokyo Olympics 2020. The brand has a network of over 200 hospitals across 9 cities including Delhi, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Indore, Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Patna & Ahmedabad. The athletes may avail any surgical treatment from the bouquet of 50 + surgeries free of cost for life. These include surgeries related to Sports Orthopedics, Proctology, Urology, Laparoscopy, Vascular, Ophthalmology etc. 

 

A sportsperson often avails medical services in Sports Orthopedics, Proctology, Urology, Ophthalmology etc. Glamyo Health specialises in these services with the highly qualified team of surgeons and best in class network of hospitals. The company has put a dedicated team in place to coordinate and execute the same.

 “Today when Indian athletes have made us proud, we take this opportunity to thank them for their exceptional performance and contribution on the international level and are pleased to provide them our surgical services for free.”, said Archit Garg, Co-Founder at Glamyo Health.

 “Sports people have a demanding schedule and when they require such treatments, it needs to be handled with utmost care keeping in mind their sports career. Glamyo Health is humbled and proud to be doing its bit for our heroes making India proud at the global stage,” said Dr Preet, Co-Founder at Glamyo Health.

 The brand has already served 12,500+ patients and works with 150+ highly qualified surgeons. It further plans to expand its presence to 20 cities and have over 250 hospitals in its network by the end of year 2021. 

Established in 2019, and headquartered in Delhi, Glamyo Health is a multi-speciality healthcare provider delivering a hassle-free experience for all elective surgeries & cosmetic procedures with personalized care. Founded by Archit Garg & Dr Preet Pal, Its focus areas include- 

Elective Surgeries,

Hassle Free Insurance Clearance, 

Best Quality Surgeons, 

Advanced Equipment, and Free Home Pick & Drop.