Women's basketball field confirmed as Germany seal Games debut
Germany's basketball team booked themselves a first-ever ticket to the Olympics as the 12-team line-up for the women's tournament at the 2024 Paris Games was confirmed on Sunday.
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Marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum killed in car crash in Kenya
Marathon world record-holder and Paris Olympic favourite Kelvin Kiptum died in a car crash in western Kenya, police said on Monday.
Marathon World Record-Holder Kelvin Kiptum Dies In Road Accident At Age Of 24
Marathon world record-holder and Paris Olympic favourite Kelvin Kiptum died in a car crash in western Kenya, police said Monday. The 24-year-old was driving from Kaptagat to Eldoret around 11 pm (2000 GMT) on Sunday when the car rolled, killing the young sensation and his Rwandan coach Gervais Hakizimana. "The car had three occupants, two died on the spot, while one was taken to hospital. The two are Kiptum and his coach," said Peter Mulinge, police commander for Elgeyo Marakwet County in western Kenya where the accident occurred.
Sebastien Haller Hits Winner As Ivory Coast Beat Nigeria To Take AFCON Title
Sebastien Haller scored a dramatic late winner as hosts Ivory Coast fought back to beat Victor Osimhen's Nigeria 2-1 in Sunday's Africa Cup of Nations final and complete the most remarkable of major tournament turnarounds by claiming their third continental title. Nigeria looked set to repeat their 1-0 victory over the Ivorians here at the Ebimpe Olympic Stadium during the group stage when captain William Troost-Ekong -- who had netted a penalty to decide that first meeting -- rose to head in the opener late in the first half.
Team GB sign deal with TikTok to boost athletes' online fanbase
LONDON : Britain's Olympics team have signed a sponsorship deal with TikTok, bringing in the Chinese social media platform to help grow its athletes' online influence as strict Olympic rules on digital advertising are set to be loosened for this year's Games in Paris.
Charlton and Kerr break world indoor records at Millrose Games
:Two world indoor records fell at the Millrose Games in New York on Sunday with Devynne Charlton of the Bahamas breaking the mark in the 60-metre hurdles and Britain's Josh Kerr crushing compatriot Mo Farah's record in the men's two miles.
Peaty happy to not be favourite for 'three-peat' at Paris
DOHA : Olympic champion Adam Peaty is uncertain whether he will be back to top form for his 100 metres breaststroke defence at the Paris Games but is at peace with the prospect of not being favourite in an event he has dominated like no other.
Neeraj Chopra In Fit India Champions Podcast: 'Never Got Mentally Down When People Made Fun Of My Weight'
Neeraj Chopra, the man behind the javelin revolution in India, is known for his humbleness despite achieving an athletics icon. The Golden Boy has spoken about his life journey in the second episode of the 'Fit India Champions' podcast released on Saturday. From a chubby youngster to a world champion, Chopra has spoken on life career transformation. The first episode featured armless archer Sheetal Devi on January 27.