Jamaica's Women's World Cup success is frightening for Canada
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Somalian sports minister apologizes for slow 100-meter University Games sprinter - ESPN
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's sports minister publicly apologized Wednesday and ordered that the chairwoman of the national track and field federation be suspended after a seemingly untrained female sprinter represented the African country at the World University Games in China and took more than 20 seconds to finish a 100-meter race.
Somalian sports minister apologizes after slow 100M runner goes viral at University Games
Somalia's sports minister publicly apologized Wednesday and ordered that the chairwoman of the national track and field federation be suspended after a seemingly untrained female sprinter represented the African country at the World University Games in China and took more than 20 seconds to finish a 100-metre race.
Neeraj Chopra Called Up Pakistan Javelin Thrower Yasir After Continental Success. Then Said This
Muhammad Yasir, the young Pakistani javelin thrower, is ecstatic after receiving a phone call from Neeraj Chopra, India's Olympic gold winner, congratulating him on winning a bronze medal in the Asian Athletics Championships. Yasir achieved the feat with a throw of 79.93 meters during the event in Bangkok last month.
South Africa's joy at Women's World Cup win brings hope of change
CAPE TOWN: South Africa’s stunning 3-2 win over Italy at the Women’s World Cup on Wednesday sparked celebrations at home and won presidential praise on the eve of the country's opening gambit in a bid to host the 2027 edition of the tournament.
'That's all folks': Gianluigi Buffon announces retirement from football
Legendary Italian goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon announced his retirement from football on Wednesday after 28 incredibly successful years for club and country.
The numbers that prove Erling Haaland’s record-breaking first Man City campaign was not a one-off
Erling Haaland, the premier hitman in world football at the moment, produced a record-breaking debut campaign with Manchester City that propelled them to a treble. The superstar forward spearheaded the attack and helped the club finally win their elusive Champions League title.
Quaint character cottage on market for £375,000 in sought-after Greater Manchester suburb
A quaint cottage with an abundance of character has come on the market in Greater Manchester, and it is the perfect property for anyone searching for something a little different. The quirky two-bed home is up for sale in the heart of Bamford for £375,000 and has been chosen as our Property of the Week.