Category: Sport

THE 38th Thai King’s Cup in Hatyai remains safe, peaceful and fully under control, the Asian Sepaktakraw Federation (ASTAF) said today following concerns over regional security. ASTAF president Datuk Abdul Halim Kader said the situation in Hatyai is unaffected by the recent military skirmishes near the Thailand-Cambodia border, which is more than 900 kilometres from… Continue reading ASTAF: Hatyai Safe for Thai King’s Cup Sepaktakraw

GEORGE TOWN: Kementerian Pengangkutan mengadakan perbincangan dengan Majlis Bandaraya Pulau Pinang (MBPP) untuk menjalin kerjasama bagi memperluas pelaksanaan kemudahan rawatan automotif berlesen (AATF) di utara Semenanjung. Menterinya Anthony Loke berkata inisiatif itu merupakan langkah strategik dalam menangani isu lambakan kenderaan terbiar di sekitar Pulau Pinang yang bukan sahaja menjejaskan pemandangan bandar malah menimbulkan risiko keselamatan… Continue reading Pulau Pinang perluas rawatan kenderaan terbiar AATF

KUALA LUMPUR:Hospital Pasir Gudang (HPG), Johor akan beroperasi selepas mencapai sekurang-kurangnya 50 peratus kesiapsiagaan, kata Menteri Kesihatan Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad. Beliau berkata Kementerian Kesihatan (KKM) kini giat melaksanakan persiapan rapi bersama kerajaan Johor bagi memastikan kelengkapan asas, peralatan perubatan dan sumber manusia mencukupi sebelum hospital itu memulakan operasi. “Saya dan Menteri Besar Johor… Continue reading Hospital Pasir Gudang beroperasi apabila capai 50 peratus kesiapsiagaan – Dzulkefly

KUALA LUMPUR: ASEAN perlu melangkah maju bersama dan bertindak mempercepatkan usaha integrasinya bagi mengurangkan pertikaian perdagangan dalam kalangan anggotanya di tengah-tengah ketidakentuan perdagangan global, kata Menteri Pelaburan, Perdagangan dan Industri Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz. Tegas beliau, ASEAN yang bersatu dan berpendirian jelas dengan piawaian yang sejajar serta mempertahankan kepentingan bersama ketika dunia menempuh… Continue reading ASEAN perlu percepat integrasi susulan cabaran dagangan global – Tengku Zafrul

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia are assured of a place in the men’s doubles semi-finals of the 2025 China Open Badminton Championships after Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun checked into the last eight today. World number seven Wei Chong-Kai Wun edged compatriots Nur Mohd Azriyn Ayub-Tan Wee Kiong 17-21, 21-17, 21-19 in 56 minutes in the second… Continue reading China Open: Malaysia assured of men’s doubles semis ticket

ARSENAL have confirmed the signing of Valencia defender Cristhian Mosquera, bringing their total summer spending close to £140 million. The 21-year-old Spain under-21 international joins for an initial £13 million, with potential add-ons, and has signed a five-year contract with an option for an additional year. Mosquera becomes Arsenal’s fifth signing this window, following Martin… Continue reading Arsenal sign Valencia defender Mosquera for £13m

LEWIS HAMILTON said he refused to be another name on the list of Formula One champions who failed to win a title for Ferrari, and was making “a big, big push” back at the factory to help boost the chances of success. The seven-times world champion and record race winner, who moved from Mercedes to… Continue reading Hamilton in ‘big, big push’ to speed up Ferrari

Barcelona captain and Germany keeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen will be sidelined for three months as he recuperates from back surgery, the 33-year-old said in an Instagram post on Thursday. Ter Stegen missed seven months after suffering a knee injury last year, which forced him to have surgery before making his return in May. He previously… Continue reading Barcelona’s Ter Stegen to undergo back surgery, be out for three months

FIFA has sanctioned Serbia with a partial stadium closure when they host England in a World Cup qualifier next month following racist behaviour by some of their fans during the 3-0 home win over Andorra in June, the Serbian soccer association (FSS) said on Thursday. Serbia, who were also fined 50,000 Swiss francs ($62,877), must… Continue reading Serbia hit with partial stadium closure against England over fans’ racist behaviour

MCLAREN Formula One driver and keen golfer Lando Norris praised world number one Scottie Scheffler on Thursday for questioning the point of his success and said it resonated with his own feelings. Before winning last weekend’s British Open, the American three-time major and Olympic champion pondered what it was all about. “There’s a lot of… Continue reading Norris praises Scheffler for questioning the meaning of success

FORMULA ONE title contender Lando Norris is scarred by success. He also has a nose for it. The McLaren driver now sports two scars on his nose, each a memento of a career milestone, and the Briton is not altogether unhappy about it. The first cut was acquired in Amsterdam last year on a broken… Continue reading Scarred Norris has a nose for success

LIVERPOOL’S big-money investment on transfers is the result of long-term planning, club CEO Billy Hogan said, adding that winning a record-equalling 20th English top-flight title convinced the club it was time to act like a modern powerhouse. Liverpool’s latest acquisition, French striker Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt in a deal worth 79 million pounds ($106.84… Continue reading Liverpool spending backed by title win and long-term plan, says CEO

Morocco said on Thursday it will spend 38 billion dirhams ($4.2 billion) over the next five years to overhaul its main airports, ahead of the World Cup it will cohost with Portugal and Spain. An agreement was signed to that end between the Moroccan government and the airports authority ONDA, the government said in a… Continue reading Morocco to spend $4.2 billion to expand airports ahead of World Cup

FRIDAY’S Stage 19 of the Tour de France has been shortened after an outbreak of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle near the Col des Saisies forced authorities to cull livestock and restrict access to the area, race organisers said on Thursday. The 129.9-km stage from Albertville to La Plagne was due to include the ascent… Continue reading Tour de France shortens stage 19 after cattle disease outbreak forces route change

U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order that the White House said was aimed at curbing the influence of big-money payouts in college sports like football and men’s basketball. The White House said the order would block “third-party, pay-for-play payments” to college athletes, without affecting fair-market compensation for brand endorsements. It also… Continue reading Trump signs order aimed at curbing big-money influence in college sports

FIVE former players on Canada’s 2018 world junior ice hockey team have been found not guilty of sexually assaulting a woman in a hotel room that year, a judge said on Thursday. The charges against Michael McLeod, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube, Carter Hart and Cal Foote stemmed from an encounter in a hotel room in… Continue reading Five former Hockey Canada players found not guilty in sexual assault trial

HULK HOGAN, the American sports and entertainment star who made professional wrestling a global phenomenon and loudly supported Donald Trump for president, has died at the age of 71, World Wrestling Entertainment said on Thursday. “WWE is saddened to learn WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away. One of pop culture’s most recognizable… Continue reading Hulk Hogan, pro wrestling legend and WWE icon, dies at 71.

MALAYSIAN referee Muhammad Nazmi Nasaruddin has been appointed to officiate at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile, scheduled from September 27 to October 19. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) confirmed the selection, alongside assistant referees Muhammad Zairul Khalil Tan and Mohamad Mu’azi Zainal Abidin. FAM expressed pride in the trio’s achievement, stating,… Continue reading Malaysian referee Nazmi Nasaruddin to officiate at FIFA U-20 World Cup

THE Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) has formally reached out to the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and ASEAN Football Federation (AFF) following the alleged desecration of the Jalur Gemilang during Malaysia’s ASEAN Under-23 Championship match against Indonesia. The incident occurred at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, where fans were seen defacing the flag. FAM… Continue reading FAM seeks AFC, AFF action over Jalur Gemilang insult in Indonesia

THREE Super League teams—Kelantan Darul Naim (KDN) FC, DPMM FC, and Imigresen FC—have been instructed to propose alternative venues for their home matches during Ramadan. The Malaysian Football League (MFL) has set a deadline of August 15 for submissions. Acting MFL CEO Mohd Shazli Shaik Mohd explained that the Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium (KDN FC)… Continue reading Three super league teams must propose alternative venues for Ramadan matches

Indian football is in disarray as the national team struggles without a coach and the Indian Super League (ISL) faces an uncertain future due to unresolved commercial disputes. The sport, once dubbed a “sleeping giant” by former FIFA president Sepp Blatter, is now grappling with systemic issues from grassroots to the professional level. Sunil Chhetri,… Continue reading Indian football crisis deepens as domestic league faces collapse

MAJOR League Soccer commissioner Don Garber remained tight-lipped on whether Lionel Messi would face disciplinary action after the Inter Miami star withdrew from Wednesday’s All-Star game at the last minute. Messi and teammate Jordi Alba were set to feature in the exhibition match against Liga MX but were pulled without clear explanation, raising questions over… Continue reading MLS silent on Messi ban after All-Star game absence

NINE-time Olympic gold medallist Katie Ledecky is spearheading the United States swimming team at the world championships in Singapore, with sights firmly set on the 2028 Los Angeles Games. Ledecky, heading to her seventh world championships, recently broke her own 800m freestyle world record in May, her first long-course world mark since 2018. The 28-year-old… Continue reading Katie Ledecky leads USA swimming team at world championships ahead of LA 2028

ATLETICO Madrid have secured the signing of Slovak defender David Hancko from Feyenoord in a deal reportedly worth around 30 million euros. The LaLiga club confirmed the agreement, pending medical tests and contract finalisation. Hancko, 27, has been a key figure for Feyenoord since joining in 2022, making 140 appearances and helping the Dutch side… Continue reading Atletico Madrid sign Feyenoord defender Hancko for €30m

MAX Verstappen and Red Bull enter a new phase at the Belgian Grand Prix, marking their first race without long-time team principal Christian Horner. The Dutch driver, a four-time world champion, faces heightened scrutiny as he aims to reignite Red Bull’s dominance under new leadership. Laurent Mekies, promoted from Racing Bulls, steps into Horner’s shoes… Continue reading Verstappen and Red Bull begin new chapter at Belgian GP

ADIDAS MALAYSIA launches a limited edition jersey inspired by national footballer Dion Cools, celebrating his heritage, cultural identity, and remarkable football journey. This jersey, a seamless blend of culture and performance, symbolises national pride, resilience, and unity. Designed in collaboration with Dion Cools – the first Malaysian to play for Japanese top-flight club Cerezo Osaka… Continue reading Adidas and Dion Cools unveil heritage-inspired jersey

PETALING JAYA: Selangor FC head coach Katsuhito Kinoshi wants his players to enjoy the challenge as they prepare for what he considers the toughest possible start in the Charity Shield Cup, the season opener against reigning Super League champions Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) next month. Kinoshi is determined to lead Selangor to a stronger campaign… Continue reading Selangor FC coach Kinoshi urges team to enjoy JDT challenge

CHINA’S top golfer Yin Ruoning will be back to defend her title at this year’s Buick LPGA Shanghai, which takes place at the Shanghai Qizhong Garden Golf Club from October 9-12. As the first event of the 2025 LPGA Tour’s Fall Asian Swing, the US$2.2 million tournament will bring together the world’s top female golfers… Continue reading Defending champion Yin to headline star-studded field for Buick LPGA Shanghai’s October homecoming

NATIONAL mixed doubles shuttlers Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei stormed into the quarter-finals of the China Open 2025 after overcoming a young pair from China in Changzhou today. Playing at the Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium, the fourth-seeded Malaysians took just 35 minutes to edge past the home duo of Gao Jia Xuan-Wu Meng Ying, 22-20,… Continue reading Tang Jie-Ee Wei advance to China Open quarter-finals

FORMER Liverpool forward Roberto Firmino has joined Qatar’s Al-Sadd after Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli confirmed the Brazilian’s departure from the club on Wednesday. Firmino has signed a two-year deal with the Qatar Stars League champions, having led Al-Ahli to the Asian Champions League Elite title in Jeddah in May. “I’m happy because we made… Continue reading Roberto Firmino joins Al-Sadd from Al-Ahli on two-year deal

GERMANY’S players and coach Christian Wueck said their team would continue to develop and would come back stronger after their extra-time defeat to Spain in the UEFA Women’s Euros semi-final. Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati struck in the 113th minute to break German hearts at Zurich’s Letzigrund stadium on Wednesday. “I am proud of the team, and… Continue reading Germany’s women’s football team optimistic despite Euro semi-final loss

MALAYSIA’S badminton campaign at the Rhine-Ruhr 2025 World University Games (WUG) continued to progress with five national representatives advancing to the round of 32 early today, Malaysian time. Two national men’s singles shuttlers, Jacky Kok Jing Hong and Eogene Ewe, booked their berths after defeating their respective opponents in the round of 64 at the… Continue reading Malaysian shuttlers advance to WUG 2025 badminton round of 32