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Chad le Clos just made Commonwealth Games history with his 19th medal. His achievement raises an obvious question for fans following his career. What comes next for a swimmer already this decorated? The answer suggests he isn't finished chasing more medals yet. More Races Still Ahead At These Games Le Clos remains entered in two more individual events at this year's Games. He will compete in both the 50 and 100 metre butterfly races. These events give him further chances to add to

India began their three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe with a convincing seven-wicket victory at the Harare Sports Club on Thursday, thanks to a sensational half-century from 15-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Shines with Maiden T20I Fifty Chasing a modest target of 126, Sooryavanshi stole the spotlight by smashing his maiden T20 International half-century in just 18 balls. The young opener struck four sixes and four boundaries, helping India race to victory in only 13.2 overs. The 15-year-old became the youngest cricketer

Ecuadorean cyclist Richard Carapaz produced a stunning solo performance to win Stage 18 of the Tour de France on Thursday, launching a decisive attack on the final climb to Orcières-Merlette. The EF Education-EasyPost rider crossed the finish line alone, 45 seconds ahead of Mauro Schmid, while Matteo Jorgenson secured third place. Despite the stage battle, overall race leader Tadej Pogačar and the other general classification contenders chose not to contest the victory, finishing more than four minutes behind. Pogačar successfully retained his overall

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has announced the schedule for the 2027 men's and women's Ashes series, with Southampton's Utilita Bowl set to host a men's Ashes Test for the first time. The two series will once again run concurrently, following the successful format introduced in 2023. Southampton to Make Ashes History For the first time, Southampton's Utilita Bowl (Rose Bowl) will stage a men's Ashes Test when the fourth Test begins on July 21, 2027. The venue previously hosted Test

Argentina assistant coach Roberto Ayala has apologised for his involvement in the post-match altercation following the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, where Spain defeated Argentina 1-0. His comments come as FIFA continues its disciplinary investigation into the chaotic scenes that unfolded after the final whistle. Ayala Issues Public Apology Speaking to Valencia Capital Radio, Ayala acknowledged that his actions were inappropriate and accepted responsibility for the incident. "Of course I'm sorry. Given my position, I cannot allow a feeling, or whatever I might

Dubai, 22 July 2026: For UAE left-arm pacer Muhammad Rohid, the DP World ILT20's landmark first-ever player auction marked a defining moment. Signed by MI Emirates for USD 140,000 ahead of Season 4, Rohid emerged as the fifth-most expensive acquisition in the auction, reflecting the growing faith franchises have in UAE talent and the increasing value of homegrown players in the competition. The moment was not only a personal milestone but also a strong endorsement of the opportunities the DP World ILT20 continues

The first-ever 48-team FIFA World Cup has only just concluded, but FIFA President Gianni Infantino has already acknowledged that the tournament could one day expand to 64 teams. Speaking to Swiss television during the tournament, Infantino said the proposal is one of several ideas that could be explored after the competition, reigniting debate over the future size of football’s biggest event. Bigger Tournament, Bigger Financial Impact A 64-team World Cup would have major financial implications for global football. Making qualification easier for more

Mixed martial arts fans will have a unique opportunity to watch some of the UFC's biggest stars train live on Wednesday, just three days before UFC Fight Night takes place at the Etihad Arena on Saturday. Organised in association with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the event is part of an exciting week of fan activities celebrating the world's premier MMA promotion. Top Fighters to Take Part Fans can watch several elite fighters showcase their skills

Kevin Keegan, one of England's greatest footballers and one of the game's most charismatic managers, has died at the age of 75, his family announced on Monday. A two-time Ballon d'Or winner, Keegan had been battling stage-four cancer, a diagnosis his family first revealed in January. In a statement, his family said: "It is with immense sadness that we announce that Kevin Keegan has passed away at the age of 75. The former England player and manager had been battling cancer and was

As the world's most popular sport, soccer has inspired countless films over the decades, from underdog dramas and biopics to documentaries and heartfelt comedies. The best of them capture not just the action on the pitch but the passion, culture, and human stories that make the game so universally loved. Here are some of the finest films ever made about the beautiful game. Escape to Victory (1981) Perhaps the most famous soccer film of all time, this John Huston-directed war drama sees Allied

Spain defeated Argentina in record-breaking extra time 1-0 to win the Football World Cup of 2026 at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. Ferran Torres, who was named man-of-the-match scoring the winning 106th minute goal that clinched a second title for Spain La Roja completely controlled the match for the full 90 minutes, with Argentina defending resiliently but failing to register a single shot on target—or even one attempt in general. They ended the day facing 20 shots to zero over

Most gym programs are built around muscle groups: chest day, leg day, and so on. Sport doesn't care about muscle groups. It cares about power, speed, coordination, and the ability to repeat effort without breaking down. A sports-focused routine has to be built around movement patterns and energy systems, not isolated body parts. The structure below works whether your sport is football, badminton, basketball, or cricket. The drills change. The framework doesn't. Step One: Anchor The Week Around Your Sport Days Decide first

On Sunday, England clinched a thrilling 27-run win over India in the third and final ODI at Lord's to take the series 2-1. It ran England's record against the world's number one-ranked side in ODIs to 10 wins from their last 11 attempts, and was their first bilateral ODI series victory against the world number one-ranked side since 2018. Chasing a record 387 runs - England's highest-ever ODI total at Lord's, secured on the back of Ben Duckett's century walk in a blistering

England and Argentina will renew one of football's greatest rivalries when they meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal on Wednesday. England are aiming to reach their first World Cup final since winning the tournament in 1966, while defending champions Argentina hope to move one step closer to retaining the title. The match carries decades of history, from the 1982 Falklands War to Diego Maradona's famous "Hand of God" goal in the 1986 World Cup quarterfinal. This time, the spotlight falls on

Spain booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final with a dominant 2-0 victory over France in the first semifinal at Dallas Stadium. The European champions ended France's hopes of reaching a third consecutive World Cup final with a disciplined performance that kept Kylian Mbappé and the French attack largely quiet. Oyarzabal and Porro Seal Spain's Victory Spain took the lead in the 22nd minute after Lamine Yamal won a penalty following a foul by Lucas Digne. Mikel Oyarzabal calmly converted

France booked their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinals after defeating Morocco 2-0 in Boston on Friday. After a tightly contested first half ended goalless, the two-time world champions stepped up after the break with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele to secure a comfortable victory. The win also marked France's third consecutive World Cup semifinal appearance, while Morocco were unable to replicate their historic run from Qatar 2022, where they were also eliminated by France in the last four.

UFC and the Department of Culture and Tourism Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced two additional bouts set to take place at this Saturday's highly anticipated UFC Fight Night at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. The always exciting undefeated lightweight Magomed Chanco Zaynukov makes his UFC debut against fellow unbeaten prospect Damian Rzepecki. Zaynukov earned his UFC contract on Dana White's Contender Series with a dominant unanimous decision win, while Rzepecki (9 finishes in 10 pro wins) made the jump to the Octagon

Switzerland qualified for the quarter final stage of FIFA World Cup 2026 after beating Colombia in penalties as they drew 0-0 after extra time followed by a nail-biting 4-3 win on spot-kicks. BC Place, Vancouver. The Round of 16 clash at the Round of 16 gave us high-octane football, incredible goalkeeping and late drama until this historic win for Switzerland. A Tactical Battle Ends Goalless Both teams made a steady defensive effort throughout regular time, allowing few clear looks at goal. Switzerland had

Ghana delivered a resilient performance to earn a valuable point against one of the tournament favourites. Ranked 73rd in the world, the Black Stars showed excellent organization and determination throughout the contest. Key positives for Ghana included: • Second consecutive positive result after defeating Panama 1-0• Strong defensive structure throughout the match• Excellent goalkeeping performance from Benjamin Asare• Four points from two group matches The result further validates Ghana's recent decision to appoint experienced coach Carlos Queiroz, with the team now in a

Jaspal Rana, the Indian shooting great and revered coach has died aged 49 due to a cardiac complication. Rana had been hospitalised at Delhi's Max Hospital with chest pain and discomfort which had initially surfaced during the ISSF World Cup in Munich, Germany. National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) president Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo said doctors had conducted a stent procedure to remove blockage and it was subsequently reported that he was in good health but died on Thursday night. Jaspal had, in