Sportstar Aces Awards Celebrates India's Athletic Achievements

The seventh Sportstar Aces Awards in Mumbai recognized top Indian athletes, including PR Sreejesh, Manu Bhaker, and P.V. Sindhu, for their achievements. The awards celebrated outstanding performances across various sports, emphasizing the increasing prominence of women athletes, and were chaired by legends like Sunil Gavaskar and Abhinav Bindra.

The prestigious seventh edition of the Sportstar Aces Awards took place at the Taj Mahal Palace in Mumbai, gathering an illustrious array of Indian sports figures. The event celebrated athletes' remarkable feats at national and international levels.

Among the honorees were former Indian Hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who was named Sportstar of the Year (Male), and Paris Olympics medalist Manu Bhaker, who received multiple top accolades including Sportstar of the Year (Female). The Indian Chess teams, known for their historic Budapest Chess Olympiad victory, earned the National Team of the Year title.

Recognition extended to 17 individuals and teams across numerous categories, highlighting distinguished figures such as Jaspal Rana, Coach of the Year, and PV Sindhu, the Inspiration Icon. The awards, integral to India's sports ecosystem, set a platform for emerging talents, and were chaired by sporting icons like Sunil Gavaskar and Abhinav Bindra.

(With inputs from agencies.)