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Scottie Scheffler reflects on Tiger Woods’ influence

AS Scottie Scheffler prepares to put the finishing touches on another Tiger- like season, he reflected Wednesday on a critical lesson he learned from Tiger Woods. “I’ve only played one round of tournament golf with Tiger Woods, and it completely changed the way I look at how I play tournaments,“ Scheffler told reporters at Atlanta’s… Continue reading Scottie Scheffler reflects on Tiger Woods’ influence

Tiger Woods to lead PGA committee focused on ‘significant’ change

TIGER WOODS was named the chair of the PGA Tour’s new future competition committee by CEO Brian Rolapp, who is tasking the nine-person panel to bring “significant change” to the current model for Tournament golf competition. Rolapp said Wednesday the goal is to optimize the game for players, fans and Tour partners. Woods was told… Continue reading Tiger Woods to lead PGA committee focused on ‘significant’ change
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Isak standoff with Newcastle benefits no one, says Shearer

THE impasse between Alexander Isak and his Premier League club Newcastle United is harming both parties, according to the club’s former striker Alan Shearer. Sweden international Isak was the subject of a 110 million pounds ($148.34 million) bid from Liverpool earlier this month according to media reports, and took to social media on Tuesday to… Continue reading Isak standoff with Newcastle benefits no one, says Shearer

Djokovic out to turn back time in push for U.S. Open glory

AFTER semi-final runs at all three Grand Slams this season, 38-year-old Novak Djokovic arrives at the U.S. Open chasing history while confronting the limits of an aging body. The Serbian great remains in pursuit of an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title, but comes to Flushing Meadows without a single competitive singles match since his Wimbledon… Continue reading Djokovic out to turn back time in push for U.S. Open glory

Sinner’s health comes into focus ahead of U.S. Open

TOP-RANKED Jannik Sinner arrives at the U.S. Open as the defending champion and a leading contender, though his withdrawal from the Cincinnati final on Monday due to illness adds a measure of uncertainty to his title defence. The Italian looked off from the outset of his match against rival Carlos Alcaraz and, after quickly falling… Continue reading Sinner’s health comes into focus ahead of U.S. Open

Alcaraz arrives in New York red-hot and ready to reclaim top ranking

CARLOS ALCARAZ heads to the U.S. Open in his now-familiar role as chief challenger to defending champion Jannik Sinner and the Spaniard will be driven this year by the twin pursuit of Grand Slam glory and the world number one ranking. The 22-year-old won a tour-leading sixth title of the season in Cincinnati on Monday… Continue reading Alcaraz arrives in New York red-hot and ready to reclaim top ranking

Kevin Trapp signs for Paris FC from Eintracht Frankfurt

GERMAN international goalkeeper Kevin Trapp has returned to France for a second spell, signing for newly-promoted Paris FC from Bundesliga outfit Eintracht Frankfurt. The 35-year-old, capped nine times, has signed a three-year contract with Paris FC, who are backed by the Arnaults, one of the world’s wealthiest families. They opened their campaign in disappointing fashion… Continue reading Kevin Trapp signs for Paris FC from Eintracht Frankfurt

Roma sign Leon Bailey on loan from Aston Villa

AS ROMA have confirmed the signing of Jamaican international winger Leon Bailey on loan from Premier League side Aston Villa. The Serie A club announced the transfer in an official statement on Wednesday. The agreement includes an option for Roma to make the one-year loan move a permanent transfer. That option is reportedly set at… Continue reading Roma sign Leon Bailey on loan from Aston Villa

Speedy Tigers fitness at 80 percent for Asia Cup 2025

THE national hockey squad’s fitness level stands at 80 percent ahead of the 2025 Asia Cup in Bihar, India. Head coach Sarjit Singh confirmed the team’s condition during a squad announcement press conference. He stated that fitness improvements followed almost seven weeks of intensive training at the National Sports Institute. Sarjit Singh explained, “I mean… Continue reading Speedy Tigers fitness at 80 percent for Asia Cup 2025

Spurs’ Tel responds to racial abuse after Super Cup defeat

TOTTENHAM Hotspur forward Mathys Tel has declared he will not be broken by the racial abuse targeted at him online. The abuse followed his penalty miss in Spurs’ UEFA Super Cup shootout defeat to Paris St-Germain last Wednesday. The club issued a strong statement expressing their disgust at the treatment of the 20-year-old French player.… Continue reading Spurs’ Tel responds to racial abuse after Super Cup defeat

SIC reaffirms focus on MotoGP Malaysia contract beyond 2026

KUALA LUMPUR: Sepang International Circuit (SIC) has reaffirmed that its current focus is on securing the continuation of the MotoGP Malaysia beyond 2026, and not on the potential return of Formula 1. In a statement today, SIC clarified that its Chief Executive Officer Azhan Shafrima Hanif’s recent remarks referred specifically to the renewal of MotoGP… Continue reading SIC reaffirms focus on MotoGP Malaysia contract beyond 2026
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Brazilian goalkeeper Fabio claims world record for most games

Fluminense goalkeeper Fabio on Tuesday claimed the record for most competitive appearances in men’s football when the Brazilian played for a 1,391st time. The 44-year-old on Saturday equalled the landmark held by former England stopper Peter Shilton and Fabio has now gone one better following a 2-0 win over Colombia’s America de Cali at the… Continue reading Brazilian goalkeeper Fabio claims world record for most games

Asia Pacific Padel Cup and APPT to host 2 tournaments in Kuala Lumpur

FROM Aug 22-24, the APPT Open – Kuala Lumpur CAVE by PP kicks off a week-long celebration of the sport, followed closely by the Asia Pacific Padel Cup (APPC) from Aug 28- 31 at Joy Padel Division 2. Together, these events promise to showcase the very best of professional, amateur, and national team padel –… Continue reading Asia Pacific Padel Cup and APPT to host 2 tournaments in Kuala Lumpur

Asia Pacific Padel Cup and APPT to host 2 tournaments in Kuala Lumpur

FROM Aug 22-24, the APPT Open – Kuala Lumpur CAVE by PP kicks off a week-long celebration of the sport, followed closely by the Asia Pacific Padel Cup (APPC) from Aug 28- 31 at Joy Padel Division 2. Together, these events promise to showcase the very best of professional, amateur, and national team padel –… Continue reading Asia Pacific Padel Cup and APPT to host 2 tournaments in Kuala Lumpur
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Over 1,300 shuttlers smash their way through Haier Cup 2025

THE Haier Cup 2025 comes to a close after 3 months, drawing over 1,300 amateur badminton shuttlers from across the country. The tournament ended on a high note with a series of exciting final matches, marking the close of this year’s edition with standout performers from all categories, including more than 500 junior players as… Continue reading Over 1,300 shuttlers smash their way through Haier Cup 2025

Over 1,300 shuttlers smash their way through Haier Cup 2025

THE Haier Cup 2025 comes to a close after 3 months, drawing over 1,300 amateur badminton shuttlers from across the country. The tournament ended on a high note with a series of exciting final matches, marking the close of this year’s edition with standout performers from all categories, including more than 500 junior players as… Continue reading Over 1,300 shuttlers smash their way through Haier Cup 2025
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FAM targets RM15 mln in sponsorship for 2025

PETALING JAYA: The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) is targeting RM15 million in sponsorship for 2025 to support administrative operations and the national team. FAM Sponsorship and Marketing Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Hisamudin Yahaya said they have, so far, secured between RM7 million and RM8 million in sponsorships. “This is still short and we are… Continue reading FAM targets RM15 mln in sponsorship for 2025

FAM targets RM15 mln in sponsorship for 2025

PETALING JAYA: The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) is targeting RM15 million in sponsorship for 2025 to support administrative operations and the national team. FAM Sponsorship and Marketing Committee chairman Datuk Mohd Hisamudin Yahaya said they have, so far, secured between RM7 million and RM8 million in sponsorships. “This is still short and we are… Continue reading FAM targets RM15 mln in sponsorship for 2025
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Ronaldo gets Hong Kong hero’s welcome, avoids Messi pitfall

HONG KONG: Cristiano Ronaldo was given a hero’s welcome Tuesday as he played a pivotal role for Saudi side Al Nassr in Hong Kong — where great rival Lionel Messi became public enemy number one last year for failing to play. The 40-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid ace Ronaldo got an assist in… Continue reading Ronaldo gets Hong Kong hero’s welcome, avoids Messi pitfall

Ronaldo gets Hong Kong hero’s welcome, avoids Messi pitfall

HONG KONG: Cristiano Ronaldo was given a hero’s welcome Tuesday as he played a pivotal role for Saudi side Al Nassr in Hong Kong — where great rival Lionel Messi became public enemy number one last year for failing to play. The 40-year-old former Manchester United and Real Madrid ace Ronaldo got an assist in… Continue reading Ronaldo gets Hong Kong hero’s welcome, avoids Messi pitfall
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Miami fearing Messi blow ahead of Leagues Cup quarter-finals

LIONEL MESSI is battling to be fit for Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup quarter-final clash against Mexican side Tigres UANL on Wednesday, head coach Javier Mascherano revealed. Argentine superstar Messi, who has struggling with muscular problems since early August, trained separately from his team-mates on Tuesday as they prepared for their last-eight showdown with Tigres. Messi,… Continue reading Miami fearing Messi blow ahead of Leagues Cup quarter-finals
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Miami fearing Messi blow ahead of Leagues Cup quarter-finals

LIONEL MESSI is battling to be fit for Inter Miami’s Leagues Cup quarter-final clash against Mexican side Tigres UANL on Wednesday, head coach Javier Mascherano revealed. Argentine superstar Messi, who has struggling with muscular problems since early August, trained separately from his team-mates on Tuesday as they prepared for their last-eight showdown with Tigres. Messi,… Continue reading Miami fearing Messi blow ahead of Leagues Cup quarter-finals

Rabiot, Rowe put up for sale by Marseille after bust-up

MARSEILLE duo Adrien Rabiot and Jonathan Rowe were placed on the club’s transfer list Tuesday after a physical altercation following the 1-0 loss at Rennes in the Ligue 1 season opener. France midfielder Rabiot and England Under-21 forward Rowe were involved in a heated exchange in the team’s dressing room after Friday’s match, which Rennes… Continue reading Rabiot, Rowe put up for sale by Marseille after bust-up

Rabiot, Rowe put up for sale by Marseille after bust-up

MARSEILLE duo Adrien Rabiot and Jonathan Rowe were placed on the club’s transfer list Tuesday after a physical altercation following the 1-0 loss at Rennes in the Ligue 1 season opener. France midfielder Rabiot and England Under-21 forward Rowe were involved in a heated exchange in the team’s dressing room after Friday’s match, which Rennes… Continue reading Rabiot, Rowe put up for sale by Marseille after bust-up
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Mexican boxer Chavez Jr. deported from US over alleged cartel ties

FORMER champion boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been detained in Mexico after deportation by the United States to face shock charges of involvement with a drug cartel, Mexican authorities said Tuesday. The son of boxing icon Julio Cesar Chavez stands accused of serving as a henchman for the powerful Sinaloa drug cartel, which Washington… Continue reading Mexican boxer Chavez Jr. deported from US over alleged cartel ties

Mexican boxer Chavez Jr. deported from US over alleged cartel ties

FORMER champion boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been detained in Mexico after deportation by the United States to face shock charges of involvement with a drug cartel, Mexican authorities said Tuesday. The son of boxing icon Julio Cesar Chavez stands accused of serving as a henchman for the powerful Sinaloa drug cartel, which Washington… Continue reading Mexican boxer Chavez Jr. deported from US over alleged cartel ties
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Swiatek, Ruud romp into US Open mixed doubles semis, Alcaraz, Djokovic out

IGA SWIATEK shrugged off lingering weariness to partner Casper Ruud to back-to-back victories in the revamped mixed doubles competition at the US Open on Tuesday. Swiatek — who on Monday had battled through a two-hour tussle with Jasmine Paolini to win the Cincinnati Open — looked full of energy as she and Ruud powered into… Continue reading Swiatek, Ruud romp into US Open mixed doubles semis, Alcaraz, Djokovic out

Al-Nassr beats Al-Ittihad in Hong Kong thriller despite Mane red card

SADIO MANE became the third Al-Nassr player in as many Saudi Super Cup editions to be sent off, but his early goal and a second-half strike from new signing Joao Felix secured a 2–1 win over Al-Ittihad in a tense semi-final on Tuesday. Mane opened the scoring in the 10th minute at the Hong Kong… Continue reading Al-Nassr beats Al-Ittihad in Hong Kong thriller despite Mane red card

Isak accuses Newcastle of broken promises amid Liverpool transfer interest

NEWCASTLE: Alexander Isak has publicly accused Newcastle United of breaking promises and misleading supporters in a social media statement confirming his desire to leave the Premier League club. The 25-year-old forward stated he informed Newcastle of his departure wishes a significant time ago. He wrote on Instagram stories that when promises are broken and trust… Continue reading Isak accuses Newcastle of broken promises amid Liverpool transfer interest

Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award for unprecedented third time

LIVERPOOL forward Mohamed Salah was named the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) Player of the Year on Tuesday, with the Egyptian becoming the first player to win the award three times. Salah, who joined Liverpool in 2017, was the Premier League’s top scorer last season, with his 29 goals, along with 18 assists, playing a key… Continue reading Salah wins PFA Player of the Year award for unprecedented third time

Angola civic groups urge Argentina and Messi to cancel football friendly

ANGOLAN civil society groups have urged the Argentine football federation and star player Lionel Messi to cancel a planned friendly match following violent protests that killed thirty people. The football associations of both countries have been negotiating a match date in Luanda as part of Angola’s fiftieth independence anniversary celebrations in November. Four civil society… Continue reading Angola civic groups urge Argentina and Messi to cancel football friendly

Women’s Rugby World Cup final sets historic attendance record

THE Rugby World Cup final will set a record attendance for a women’s game next month with a crowd of more than 80,000 spectators expected at a sold-out Twickenham. Officials also announced that more than 375,000 tickets have been sold across all 32 matches at eight venues throughout the tournament. Selling out Twickenham for the… Continue reading Women’s Rugby World Cup final sets historic attendance record

Japan’s Iwai wins The Standard Portland Classic

JAPAN’S Akie Iwai became the 10th Rolex First Time Winner of the 2025 LPGA Tour season with a four-stroke victory at The Standard Portland Classic at Columbia Edgewater Country Club on Sunday. With a four-round total of 24-under-par 264 (67-67-64-66), Iwai joined her twin sister Chisato as a rookie winner in 2025. American Gurleen Kaur… Continue reading Japan’s Iwai wins The Standard Portland Classic

Japan’s Iwai wins The Standard Portland Classic

JAPAN’S Akie Iwai became the 10th Rolex First Time Winner of the 2025 LPGA Tour season with a four-stroke victory at The Standard Portland Classic at Columbia Edgewater Country Club on Sunday. With a four-round total of 24-under-par 264 (67-67-64-66), Iwai joined her twin sister Chisato as a rookie winner in 2025. American Gurleen Kaur… Continue reading Japan’s Iwai wins The Standard Portland Classic
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65th MSSM athletics championships begin in Kangar with mixed relay

KANGAR: The 65th Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championships commenced today at Tuanku Syed Putra Stadium. The event introduces a new mixed relay category, combining male and female athletes in one team. Education deputy director-general (school operations sector) Zainal Abas stated that around 1,400 students are participating in the championships. The competition, running until… Continue reading 65th MSSM athletics championships begin in Kangar with mixed relay
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65th MSSM athletics championships begin in Kangar with mixed relay

KANGAR: The 65th Malaysian Schools Sports Council (MSSM) Athletics Championships commenced today at Tuanku Syed Putra Stadium. The event introduces a new mixed relay category, combining male and female athletes in one team. Education deputy director-general (school operations sector) Zainal Abas stated that around 1,400 students are participating in the championships. The competition, running until… Continue reading 65th MSSM athletics championships begin in Kangar with mixed relay

NSFC coach Nidzam Jamil praises FA Cup win but demands improvement

NEGERI Sembilan FC head coach Mohd Nidzam Jamil welcomed their emphatic 5-0 win against PDRM FC in the FA Cup Round of 16 but insisted his team must improve. He described the result as a positive step but warned against complacency. “This is just the beginning. We still have a long way to go, with… Continue reading NSFC coach Nidzam Jamil praises FA Cup win but demands improvement
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NSFC coach Nidzam Jamil praises FA Cup win but demands improvement

NEGERI Sembilan FC head coach Mohd Nidzam Jamil welcomed their emphatic 5-0 win against PDRM FC in the FA Cup Round of 16 but insisted his team must improve. He described the result as a positive step but warned against complacency. “This is just the beginning. We still have a long way to go, with… Continue reading NSFC coach Nidzam Jamil praises FA Cup win but demands improvement

Kelantan TRW coach warns against complacency after FA Cup win

KELANTAN The Real Warriors (TRW) head coach E. Elavarasan has cautioned his players against complacency following their 3-1 win over KL City FC in the FA Cup first leg. Elavarasan stressed that the victory at Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium was not decisive, with the second leg set for mid-September at KL City FC’s home ground.… Continue reading Kelantan TRW coach warns against complacency after FA Cup win
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Kelantan TRW coach warns against complacency after FA Cup win

KELANTAN The Real Warriors (TRW) head coach E. Elavarasan has cautioned his players against complacency following their 3-1 win over KL City FC in the FA Cup first leg. Elavarasan stressed that the victory at Sultan Muhammad IV Stadium was not decisive, with the second leg set for mid-September at KL City FC’s home ground.… Continue reading Kelantan TRW coach warns against complacency after FA Cup win

NSFC and Kelantan TRW dominate FA Cup round of 16 first leg matches

NEGERI Sembilan FC (NSFC) took a massive step towards the FA Cup quarterfinals with a 5-0 thrashing of PDRM FC at Tuanku Abdul Rahman Stadium. Jovan Motika opened the scoring in the first minute with a stunning free-kick from outside the box. PDRM’s task became harder when Agbre Noel was sent off in the ninth… Continue reading NSFC and Kelantan TRW dominate FA Cup round of 16 first leg matches
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