India’s capital, New Delhi, is supposed to be the pride of the nation — but when it comes to sports, it’s becoming a symbol of chaos. A deadly blast outside the Red Fort shook the city, forcing last-minute security overhauls just meters away from a Ranji Trophy match. But this isn’t new — Delhi’s long list of sporting embarrassments includes polluted skies stopping play, stampedes during domestic matches, poor infrastructure at global events, and even international athletes falling sick. From the Commonwealth Games fiasco to the chaos at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi seems cursed when it comes to hosting sport. As India dreams of hosting the 2036 Olympics, the big question remains - can Delhi rise above its past? Rupha Ramani with more.
