England’s tactical gamble to play an injured Sophie Ecclestone almost paid off, but a late explosion from Laura Wolvaardt (169) and a collapse against Marizanne Kapp (5/20) resulted in a …
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In a highly symbolic move, seats spelling out “Chansiri” in the North Stand at Hillsborough were being removed less than an hour after Sheffield Wednesday was placed into administration. The …
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Emily Scarratt has officially retired from professional rugby at 35, concluding a 17-year international career that began in 2008 and established her as England’s greatest-ever player. Her final tally includes …
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In their successful quest for the Rugby Championship title, did South Africa benefit from an unofficial 16th man in the form of a partisan Twickenham crowd? The decision to host …
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Beyond the debates about quality, a 64-team World Cup presents a logistical nightmare that FIFA is simply unwilling to entertain. The proposed format would feature 128 matches, double the number …
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A simple, powerful argument is driving the growing opposition to Super League’s expansion: “It doesn’t make sense.” This is the sentiment expressed by club insiders who are baffled by the …
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Carlos Alcaraz is continuing his dominant run at the US Open, securing a place in the semi-finals with a commanding straight-sets victory over Jiri Lehecka. The 22-year-old Spaniard delivered an …
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Emma Raducanu was the boss of the baseline on Wednesday, and her commanding court positioning was the key to a lopsided 6-2, 6-1 win against Janice Tjen. By owning the …
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Modern tennis facilities incorporate architectural and technological innovations that enhance both competitive conditions and spectator comfort. The U.S. Open’s facility improvements demonstrate how infrastructure investment supports long-term tournament success. Court …
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A display of all-round excellence saw South Africa crush Australia by 98 runs in the opening match of their ODI series. From solid batting to lethal spin bowling, the Proteas …