Athletics coach Nikolai Snesarev detained by Rio police, then released
Indian athletics contingent's middle and long distance coach Nikolai Snesarev was "detained" for half a day and later released by the police after a lady doctor at the Games Village of the Rio Olympics made a complaint of misbehaviour at the polyclinic here.
Aug 15, 2016, 23:54 PM IST
12th South Asian Games: Kavita Raut books Rio 2016 berth with marathon gold
Nashik girl Raut is the lone athlete to have qualified for the Olympics from the 12th SAG.
Feb 12, 2016, 15:08 PM IST
Indian athletics in 2015: Dutee's landmark case, Rio Olympics berths for 15 high points
Indian athletics is yet to open its medal account in the Olympics but track and field contingent is set to be a sizeable one in the Rio Games next year with 15 having made the cut so far.
Dec 20, 2015, 20:47 PM IST
Nikolai Snesarev issue resolved, will be given long term contract: SAI
Top athletics national coach Nikolai Snesarev, who recently threatened to quit, will continue at his job to guide the likes of Lalita Babar and O P Jaisha in their quest for Olympics glory as he has sorted out his issues with the Sports Authority of India (SAI).
Sep 24, 2015, 20:32 PM IST
