Category: Sport

A pro-Palestinian demonstrator was arrested after running onto the final stretch of the Tour de France 11th stage on Wednesday. The protester, wearing a shirt that read “Israel out of the Tour” and holding a Palestinian keffiyeh scarf, breached security barriers and sprinted toward the finish line as Norway’s Jonas Abrahamsen secured victory. Race officials… Continue reading Pro-Palestinian protester arrested at Tour de France in Toulouse

REAL Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after undergoing successful surgery for a recurring shoulder injury. The club confirmed the procedure but did not specify a recovery timeline, though Spanish media reports suggest he could miss up to 12 weeks. Bellingham has been managing discomfort since dislocating his… Continue reading Jude Bellingham out for 12 weeks after shoulder surgery

BARCELONA’S rising star Lamine Yamal has officially taken over the club’s iconic number 10 shirt, previously worn by football legend Lionel Messi. The 18-year-old winger, who has drawn comparisons to the Argentine superstar, expressed his determination to carve his own legacy while honoring those who came before him. “Messi made his path and I will… Continue reading Lamine Yamal inherits Barcelona’s iconic number 10 shirt

HARIMAU Malaya’s last-minute withdrawal from the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Nations Cup 2025 has disrupted tournament preparations, with organisers citing advanced planning stages as a key challenge. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) pulled out after the event dates (August 29 to September 8) conflicted with the FIFA international window (September 1-9), limiting player… Continue reading Harimau Malaya’s late exit disrupts CAFA Nations Cup 2025 plans

GERMANY’s Florian Wellbrock secured victory in the men’s 10km open water swim at the World Aquatics Championships, overcoming a delayed start due to poor water quality. The Tokyo 2021 Olympic gold medallist clocked 1 hour 59 minutes 55.50 seconds on Sentosa Island, marking his third world title in the discipline. Italy’s Gregorio Paltrinieri finished 3.70… Continue reading Florian Wellbrock claims world 10km swim gold after water delay in Singapore

REAL Madrid confirmed the departure of long-serving defender Lucas Vazquez after his contract expired. The club extended his deal briefly to include the Club World Cup in the United States, where he made his final appearances. Vazquez, 34, spent nearly his entire career at Real Madrid, except for a loan spell at Espanyol in the… Continue reading Real Madrid confirm Lucas Vazquez departure after 23 trophies

LIVERPOOL are reportedly preparing a massive £120 million bid for Newcastle United striker Alexander Isak, despite the Magpies’ strong stance on retaining their star player. The Reds have yet to submit an official offer, but the Swedish forward is a top target as manager Arne Slot looks to bolster his attacking options following Diogo Jota’s… Continue reading Liverpool target Newcastle’s Isak in £120m transfer move

MALAYSIA’s professional pair Ong Yew Sin-Teo Ee Yi pulled off a stunning upset at the Japan Open 2025, eliminating former world champions Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik in straight games. The unseeded duo secured a dominant 21-15, 21-15 victory in just 30 minutes at the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. The win marked a significant turnaround for Yew… Continue reading Yew Sin-Ee Yi stun Aaron-Wooi Yik in Japan Open upset

NBA team owners authorized league officials to begin an in-depth analysis regarding expansion on Tuesday, but NBA commissioner Adam Silver said there was no timetable for any changes. The NBA Board of Governors meeting in Las Vegas on Tuesday marked the first time team owners officially discussed expanding the league beyond 30 teams, but Silver… Continue reading Silver says NBA to study possible expansion beyond 30 teams

SPANISH football club Atletico Madrid announced Tuesday an agreement with Brazilian outfit Botafogo to sign 2022 World Cup winner Thiago Almada. “Our club and the Brazilian side have reached an agreement, pending confirmation once the player passes the required medical examination and signs the contract,“ the La Liga outfit posted on social media. The 24-year-old… Continue reading Atletico Madrid agree deal for Argentina international Almada

BELGIUM’s former Olympic uneven bars champion Nina Derwael said Tuesday she was retiring from gymnastics at the age of 25, having “achieved her goals” in the sport. Derwael became the first Belgian women’s gymnast to win an Olympic medal four years ago in Tokyo, taking gold after twice being crowned world champion in the uneven… Continue reading Belgian ex-Olympic gymnastics champion Derwael retires

Manchester City have secured a historic £1 billion kit deal with Puma, marking the most lucrative agreement of its kind in Premier League history. The 10-year contract, reportedly worth £100 million annually, surpasses Manchester United’s £90 million yearly deal with Adidas. The partnership extension follows City’s initial £65 million per year agreement with Puma in… Continue reading Man City sign record £1 billion Puma kit deal

THE Harimau Malaya squad has officially withdrawn from the 2025 Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Nations Cup, citing logistical and player availability challenges. The tournament, originally set for August 29 to September 8, was rescheduled outside the FIFA international window, complicating preparations. The Football Association of Malaysia (FAM) confirmed the decision, stating that clubs are… Continue reading Harimau Malaya withdraws from CAFA Nations Cup 2025

EVERTON have completed the signing of Irish goalkeeper Mark Travers from Bournemouth in a deal reportedly worth £4 million. The 26-year-old has agreed to a four-year contract with the Premier League side, which will move into its new stadium at the start of the upcoming season. Travers expressed his excitement about joining Everton, stating, “I’m… Continue reading Everton signs Bournemouth keeper Mark Travers for £4m

ENGLAND midfielder Jordan Henderson has signed for Brentford on a free transfer, marking his return to the Premier League after stints with Ajax and Al-Ettifaq. The 35-year-old agreed to a two-year deal with the Bees, expressing his excitement about competing in the English top flight once again. Henderson, who left Liverpool in 2023, said, “After… Continue reading Jordan Henderson joins Brentford on free transfer from Ajax

PORTUGUESE football manager Jorge Jesus has been officially appointed as the new head coach of Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr. The club confirmed the news on social media, stating, “It’s official: Mr. Jorge Jesus is the new Head Coach of Al Nassr.” Jesus, 70, returns to Saudi football after being dismissed by Al Hilal… Continue reading Jorge Jesus named new Al Nassr coach to partner with Ronaldo

Jon Rahm expressed strong confidence ahead of his attempt to break Spain’s 37-year British Open title drought as the 153rd edition begins at Royal Portrush. The two-time major champion could become only the second Spaniard to claim the Claret Jug after Seve Ballesteros, who won it three times. Rahm arrives in Northern Ireland following a… Continue reading Jon Rahm confident to end Spain’s British Open drought

TEAM Denmark, the national elite sports organisation, has issued a warning to athletes over the rising use of nicotine pouches, stating they harm both health and performance. Reports indicate that athletes across multiple sports, including golf, ice hockey, and equestrian events, are increasingly using these products during training and competitions. Majke Jorgensen, a nutritionist at… Continue reading Danish athletes warned against nicotine pouches for health risks

OPEN water races at the world swimming championships in Singapore will take place Wednesday after being postponed twice due to poor water quality, governing body World Aquatics said. The women’s 10km race had already been pushed back a day to Wednesday morning, but organisers said it would now take place on Wednesday afternoon. The men’s… Continue reading World open water races in Singapore back on after water quality delays

GOH Soon Huat and Shevon Lai led the charge as three Malaysian mixed doubles pairs secured their spots in the second round of the 2025 Japan Open Badminton Championships in Tokyo. The husband-and-wife duo dominated Thailand’s Ruttanapak Oupthong and Jhenicha Sudjaipraparat with a swift 21-15, 21-10 victory in just 30 minutes. Next, they will face… Continue reading Malaysia’s Soon Huat-Shevon lead three pairs into Japan Open second round

MLB Players Association executive director Tony Clark has strongly rejected the idea of implementing a salary cap in Major League Baseball, labelling it as “institutional collusion” during All-Star Game discussions. Clark and MLB commissioner Rob Manfred addressed key issues with the Baseball Writers’ Association of America ahead of Tuesday’s All-Star Game, where Manfred reportedly advocated… Continue reading Tony Clark slams MLB salary cap as ‘collusion’ amid All-Star break

MAJOR League Soccer players have secured additional pay following their participation in the FIFA Club World Cup, as confirmed by reports. The revised compensation structure comes after negotiations between the league and the MLS Players Association. Under the previous collective bargaining agreement, players were entitled to 50% of earnings from external tournaments, but this was… Continue reading MLS players secure pay rise from FIFA Club World Cup prize money

THE Los Angeles Galaxy and Austin FC face off in a pivotal MLS encounter as both teams look to climb out of the Western Conference basement. The Galaxy, despite recent improvements, remain at the bottom of the table, while Austin FC struggles to find goals. Austin FC has scored a league-low 15 goals in 21… Continue reading LA Galaxy vs Austin FC: MLS cellar dwellers clash in crucial match

ADA Hegerberg is back in the spotlight as Norway gears up for their Women’s Euro 2025 quarter-final against Italy. The Lyon striker, who recently reclaimed her place in the national team after a five-year absence, is determined to lead her country to their first major trophy since the 2000 Olympics. Hegerberg has been instrumental in… Continue reading Ada Hegerberg leads Norway’s Euro 2025 charge against Italy

THE medals for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics were revealed, showcasing a design that honours athletes and their support teams. Organisers emphasised the theme of unity, with each medal symbolising the collaboration between competitors and those behind their success. Raffaella Panie, brand director for the organising committee, stated, “We celebrate the strength found in difference:… Continue reading Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic medals design unveiled in Venice

TOUR DE FRANCE: Defending champion Tadej Pogacar has shared his thoughts on the crucial second week of the Tour de France, describing it as fast-paced and decisive despite being shorter than the first. Speaking on the rest day, the Slovenian cyclist revealed his expectations, rival assessments, and personal goals for the upcoming stages. Pogacar, who… Continue reading Pogacar shares Tour de France week two expectations and strategy

SWITZERLAND’S women’s football team has postponed their training session due to multiple players falling ill, just days before their crucial Euro 2025 quarter-final against Spain. The Swiss Football Federation (SFV) confirmed the delay in a statement, citing cold symptoms among squad members as the reason. The SFV explained that the decision was made to ensure… Continue reading Swiss women’s team postpones training ahead of Euro 2025 quarter-final