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Turns out ‘Tour de Thai’ won’t compete with Tour de France any time soon
Much to the surprise of Tour de France organisers, sports officials in Thailand boldly announced they were in talks to host part of the three-week cycling...
Japanese Grand Prix under threat from Typhoon Phanfone
Race organisers are bracing themselves for a rain-disrupted Japanese Grand Prix this weekend as a powerful typhoon closes in.
Another one bites the dust: Norway withdraws bid to host 2022 Olympics
Norway’s government is withdrawing Oslo’s bid to host the 2022 Winter Olympics, it said on Wednesday, leaving Beijing and Almaty in Kazakhstan...
American football league says flagging player for prayer was mistake
National Football League spokesman Michael Signora said on Tuesday that Kansas City Chiefs safety Husain Abdullah should have never been penalised for...
American football player penalised for Muslim gesture after touchdown
In a move that is sure to generate some discussion, Husain Abdullah of the Kansas City Chiefs was flagged 15 yards for kneeling in the end zone in prayer...
Max speed: 17-year-old Verstappen to become youngest F1 driver in Japan
Max Verstappen, son of former motor racer Jos, will become the youngest driver in F1 history when he replaces France’s Red Bull driver Jean-Eric...
More head-scratching for U.S. after another Ryder Cup loss
The United States were once again left scratching their heads after losing the Ryder Cup to Europe for the eighth time in 10 years on Sunday, the killer...
Europe wins the Ryder Cup with dominant victory over the US at Gleneagles
Europe have won the Ryder Cup, reaching the 14 and-a-half point mark needed to win the trophy outright they won so dramatically at Medinah two years ago.
Kenyan Kimetto smashes marathon record in Berlin
Dennis Kimetto set a world record by winning the 41st Berlin Marathon in 2 hours, 2 minutes, 57 seconds on Sunday.
Japan expels swimmer from Asian Games for theft
Japan has expelled one of its swimmers from the Asian Games while he is investigated for allegedly stealing a camera.
Ghana captain denies sacrificing his friend to enhance his own career
Ghana national football team captain Asamoah Gyan says claims that he killed his friend and Ghanaian rapper Castro as part of a ritual sacrifice are “wild...
FIFA upholds 8-match ban for Portugal coach Santos
Portugal’s new coach Fernando Santos has lost his appeal against an eight-match FIFA ban for misconduct at the World Cup.
Andy Murray has ‘no regrets’ over Scottish independence tweet
Andy Murray has said he has no regrets about declaring his support for a Yes vote on the eve of the Scottish independence referendum but does have reservations...
Is the 2022 World Cup moving away from ‘too hot’ Qatar?
The 2022 World Cup will not be held in Qatar because of the scorching temperatures in the Middle Eastern country, FIFA Executive Committee member Theo...
Athlete lunches dumped after salmonella scare at Asian Games
A potential mass outbreak of food poisoning at the Asian Games was narrowly avoided after salmonella was detected in lunch boxes prepared for athletes,...
At Asian Games, rivalries not always about sports
Welcome to the Asian Games, where, as the organizers put it, “Diversity Shines.” Asia is rife with rivalries.
Ancient Indian sport of kabaddi gains popularity
An ancient Indian sport that looks like a mixture of tag, dodgeball and wrestling has barreled back into the Indian national consciousness to become one...
UEFA honcho says he’s keeping World Cup luxury watch despite FIFA warning
UEFA President Michel Platini is going to keep his luxury watch, even though FIFA wants him to give it back.
Asian Olympic boss warns over sexual harassment at Asian Games
Asia’s Olympics chief pleaded for good behaviour at the Asian Games Friday, amid allegations of sexual harassment.
Chinese tennis star Li Na announces retirement
China’s Li Na announced her retirement at the age of 32 on Friday, saying knee injuries had forced her out of tennis just seven months after she...
Minnesota Vikings suspend star player from team over child abuse allegations
After a day of public pressure from angry fans and concerned sponsors, the Minnesota Vikings have reversed course and placed star running back Adrian Peterson...
260-year-old R&A golf club set to allow women members
The Royal and Ancient is one of the oldest golf clubs in the world, having been founded in 1754 with its members playing on the links of St Andrews, renowned...
Barely there: Colombian men’s cycling team kit exposed
Colombia’s female cycling team have just revealed their controversial new kit this week, but, not to be outdone, the men have been snapped in their...
Golfer Greg Norman recovering after mishap with chainsaw
Australian golfer Greg Norman has said he is “lucky” to still have his left hand after the two-time Major winner had an accident with a chainsaw.
Oscar Pistorius may yet compete at 2016 Rio Paralympics
Oscar Pistorius will be allowed to compete at the 2016 Paralympic Games if he is not in jail, the International Paralympic Committee has revealed.
Four reasons why Oscar Pistorius wasn’t found guilty of murder
In a surprise decision for many, Judge Thokozile Masipa ruled Thursday that she will not find Oscar Pistorius guilty of murdering Reeva Steenkamp, premeditated...
Were South America’s Guarani people the creators of soccer?
South America’s Guarani people played a football-like game two centuries before the modern sport emerged, says the Paraguayan government in a new...
Manchester United set for record revenues
Football giants Manchester United are set to announce record revenues of about $676 million for last season when they publish their annual results on Wednesday.
F1 legend Michael Schumacher finally leaves Swiss hospital for home
Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has left hospital to recuperate at home, nearly nine months after the skiing accident that put him in a coma.
A fairytale dies: Nishikori’s historic run ends in U.S. Open final
It was a bridge too far for Japan’s Kei Nishikori as Croatia’s Marin Cilic crushed him 6-3 6-3 6-3 to win the U.S.
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