Faith Kipyegon given a house by Kenya president for breaking two world records
Faith Kipyegon was given $35,000 and a house by Kenyan President William Ruto on Tuesday as a reward for breaking two world records in the space of a week.
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HRC remain confident in retaining Marc Marquez past 2024 despite performance concerns - 'Part of the Honda family'
HRC insist they are confident of retaining star rider Marc Marquez, despite concerns over the team's competitiveness. Koji Watanabe, the HRC president, has addressed ongoing speculation surrounding Marquez, saying that they remain supportive and consider Marquez an integral part of the Honda family. Ad The rider has at times shown frustration this season, which was visible again during last weekend’s Italian Grand Prix, as the Spaniard continues to battle with a bike that does not appear to be enabling his full potential.
What to look out for in Euro 2024 qualifying
PARIS: The season in Europe is not finished yet, with a doubleheader of matchdays in qualifying for Euro 2024 set to take place over the next week.
FIFA strikes Women’s World Cup TV deal in Germany — reports
BERLIN: FIFA has reportedly secured a deal with German broadcasters to televise the 2023 Women’s World Cup, avoiding the threat of a controversial blackout in the country. German media reported on Wednesday the tournament will be broadcast on public networks ZDF and ARD.
UConn's Paige Bueckers 'very close' in recovery from ACL tear - ESPN
STORRS, Conn. — UConn star Paige Bueckers, the 2020-21 national player of the year, is «very close» to being fully cleared as she makes her way back from an August 2022 ACL tear that sidelined her for her entire junior season.
Manchester United discusses granting exclusivity to Qatari Sheikh in $6 billion-plus sale — sources
LONDON: English football club Manchester United is negotiating granting exclusivity to the consortium led by Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani in talks to sell itself for more than $6 billion, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday.
Croatia reach Nations League final after knocking out hosts Netherlands
Croatia scored twice in extra time to beat the Netherlands 4-2 in their Nations League semi-final in Rotterdam on Wednesday and advance to Sunday’s decider.
Banyana coach confirms stalwart Janine van Wyk will miss FIFA World Cup
Banyana Banyana coach Desiree Ellis has confirmed that veteran defender and former captain Janine van Wyk will miss next month's FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.