Two-time Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge was hoping for a dream finale to his career at the age of 39 but ended up handing over his running shoes to a fan. The only man to run under two hours — albeit in an unofficial race — the Kenyan superstar decided …
Read More »Việt Nam keep eyes on powerhouse Thailand in SEA V.League’s stage 2
Việt Nam are ready to take on Thailand in the second stage of the regional SEA League 2024 volleyball tournament which will begin on August 9 in Nakhon Ratchasima. Volleyball Việt Nam finish second in the 2024 SEA V.League’s first stage. The team look forward to a better result in Thailand. …
Read More »Spain football stars suspended for controversial Gibraltar chants during Euro celebration
Midfielder Rodri and captain striker Alvaro Morata have been banned for one match for making controversial chants related to Gibraltar during their Euro title celebration. On Aug. 7, the UEFA announced that Rodri and Morata will be banned for one international match. Morata and Rodri allegedly chanted “It’s Spain, Gibraltar …
Read More »Quảng Nam reach semi-finals of National U21 Championships
The U21 semi-final matches will take place on Saturday, while the final will be held next Monday. Quảng Nam (in blue) vs Thể Công Viettel in the quarter-finals of the National U21 Championships on Thursday. — Photo laodong.vn QUẢNG NAM — Quảng Nam beat Thể Công Viettel 3-4 …
Read More »Maeder wins Singapore’s first Olympic sailing medal
‘Max Maeder probably does not realize the enormity of his achievement in winning Olympic kiteboarding bronze, the 17-year-old Singaporean’s mother said, predicting he would return for another go at gold. Wearing a bright red shirt with “Mama” embroidered on her sleeve, Hwee Keng Maeder said she felt “emotional” as she …
Read More »Ma Long makes Chinese history with sixth Olympic gold
Ma Long made Chinese Olympic history with the sixth gold of his career on Friday in the men’s team event in Paris to embellish his reputation as the best table tennis player ever. The 35-year-old played his part in a 3-0 victory over Sweden that put China on the verge …
Read More »Algerian gender-row boxer Khelif storms to Olympic gold
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif defied a major gender controversy to win gold at the Paris Olympics on Friday in front of a pulsating Roland Garros crowd that roared her to victory. Khelif claimed a unanimous points decision win over China’s Yang Liu in the women’s 66kg final and was paraded …
Read More »Spain beat France in classic final to win Olympic men’s football gold
Substitute Sergio Camello struck twice in extra time to settle a remarkable Olympic men’s football final on Friday as Spain beat France 5-3 to take gold after Thierry Henry’s hosts had earlier staged a dramatic comeback. It had looked as though Spain were going to run away with victory at …
Read More »Welcome to the new, Old Trafford
Unfortunately, the stadium today is a shadow of its former self. Tired, falling apart in places and in desperate need of a complete overhaul. The SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles is home to NFL’s Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers. Photo courtesy of the SoFi Stadium Paul Kennedy Old Trafford, …
Read More »VBA 2024: Dragons end losing streak
The Đà Nẵng Dragons have ended their losing streak with an 85-82 win over the Hồ Chí Minh City Wings. Marquis Davison with powerful slam dunk. The Dragons finally end their losing streak. Photo courtesy of VBA HCM CITY – The Đà Nẵng Dragons have ended their losing streak with …
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