Tech innovations, AI changing the game for modern sports

New Delhi: As the Olympic Games draw to a close, the spotlight not only shines on the athletes competing for glory but also on the transformative role technology has played in shaping modern sports and training methodologies.

Over the past few years, innovations such as wearable devices, performance analytics, and virtual reality have revolutionised how athletes prepare for competition, enhancing their training regimens and optimising performance. The intersection of sports and technology is dramatically altering the landscape. From advanced sensors that track physiological metrics to smart equipment that provide real-time feedback, technology has become an integral part of an athlete's toolkit.

"Technology fits like a glove in the macro fabric of the modern-day ecosystem of sports performance analysis. It empowers young athletes and coaches by democratising access to pro-level analysis and tools, which helps nurture grassroots talent and instill a sense of competitiveness by providing insights that were traditionally available only to top-tier athletes," said Sudeep Kulkarni, founder and CEO, Game Theory. The sports industry is increasingly leveraging the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform the way performance is analysed and outcomes are predicted, he said.