The year 2016 was a landmark period for global sports, featuring several major international events where athletes from around the world, including India, competed for glory.
The most prominent event was the 2016 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXXI Olympiad, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The overall winner of the medal tally was the United States, with 121 medals （46 gold, 37 silver, 38 bronze）. Great Britain finished second, and China third. For India, the highlight was a silver medal won by shuttler P.V. Sindhu in the Women\“s Singles Badminton event. 
Another major tournament was the 2016 UEFA European Football Championship, hosted by France. The winner of the tournament was Portugal, who defeated the host nation France 1-0 in the final, with a goal from Éder in extra time.
In cricket, the 2016 ICC World Twenty20 was held in India. The West Indies emerged as the champions in a thrilling final against England. In the women\“s tournament, the West Indies also claimed the title by defeating Australia. |
