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Nick Kyrgios recorded a straight-sets victory over women’s world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in a high-profile ‘Battle of the Sexes’ exhibition match in Dubai on Sunday, winning 6-3, 6-3 under modified rules designed to level the contest. The made-for-television encounter at the Coca-Cola Arena featured a reduced court for Sabalenka, with her side shortened by […]
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Japan’s boxing sensation Naoya “The Monster” Inoue delivered another masterclass on Saturday, retaining his undisputed super-bantamweight titles with a commanding unanimous decision victory over Mexico’s Alan David Picasso in Riyadh. Inoue was in control throughout the 12-round contest, earning wide scorecards of 119-109, 120-108 and 117-111, as he extended his flawless professional record to 31 […]
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By Ifreke Inyang Nigeria secured qualification for the Round of 16 at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Tunisia on Saturday night. The Super Eagles, who opened their campaign with a 2-1 win over Tanzania, went into the Group C clash knowing that another victory would guarantee early progression […]
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has fined Egypt $5,000 for failing to fulfil mandatory media obligations following their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 group-stage match against Zimbabwe. CAF confirmed that players and members of the Egyptian technical crew declined to engage journalists in the mixed zone after their 2–1 victory, a move the […]
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In a stunning display of power and precision at ONE Friday Fight 137, Chinese kickboxer Liu Mengyang claimed a sensational first-round TKO over Muay Thai champion Tawanchai PK Saenchai. The 22-year-old Mengyang delivered a single leg kick that shattered Tawanchai’s lead leg, leaving the Thai fighter unable to continue. Tawanchai was stretchered from the ring, […]
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American tennis sensation Learner Tien emerged victorious at the 2025 Next Gen ATP Finals, defeating Belgian Alexander Blockx in straight sets, 4-3(4), 4-2, 4-1, to capture the year-ending tournament for players aged 20 and under. This win comes a year after Tien finished as runner-up in the same event. Tien overcame an early setback, having […]
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Team Europe retained the Ryder Cup in dramatic fashion after edging Team USA 15–13 at Bethpage Black, with Shane Lowry delivering the decisive half-point to clinch a historic away victory. Luke Donald’s side became the first team since the famous “Miracle at Medinah” in 2012 to win the biennial contest on foreign soil, ending a […]
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Victor Wembanyama marked his return from injury in spectacular fashion, scoring 22 points to inspire the San Antonio Spurs to a dramatic 111–109 upset win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. The French star, who was playing his first game after missing 12 matches with a left calf strain, came off the bench and delivered an […]
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Super Eagles forward Victor Boniface is set to undergo surgery to address a persistent knee injury, sources report. The Nigeria international, currently on a season-long loan at Werder Bremen from Bayer Leverkusen, has struggled with fitness throughout the campaign. He has played just 326 minutes this season and has yet to complete a full 90 […]
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Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen has been appointed the team’s new assistant captain and first-choice penalty taker ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The Galatasaray forward will serve as deputy to Wilfred Ndidi, who was officially named captain last week following the retirement of long-time skipper William Troost-Ekong. Troost-Ekong previously held responsibility for […]
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