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'Not a blockbuster' but Olympics give China plenty to tout
AFP, Published on 20/02/2022
» SHANGHAI: The Beijing Winter Olympics had loomed as one of the most politically contentious in memory and with fears about Covid, but most of that receded once the skis and skates were put on.
Azarenka stuns Serena to set up US Open final against Osaka
AFP, Published on 11/09/2020
» NEW YORK: Victoria Azarenka came from a set down to stun record-chasing Serena Williams on Thursday and set up a US Open final against Japan's Naomi Osaka.
Big names and spine-chilling action inspiring fresh breed of stars in Asia
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 09/12/2017
» The PGA Tour's recent annual Asian odyssey served up a marvellous treat for golf fans across Malaysia, South Korea and China, delivering edge-of-your-seat action for the most avid golf fans and those new to the game during an exciting stretch which officials believe can inspire a new generation of golfers from the Asian region.
Ancient Indonesian archery finds mark in the modern world
AFP, Published on 16/08/2016
» YOGYAKARTA (INDONESIA) - Sitting cross-legged, 68-year-old Supadmi fires an arrow across a field into a small stick target and sets a bell ringing, taking the lead in the game -- an ancient form of Indonesian archery.
Premier League all stars hunt down Leicester
AFP, Published on 09/08/2016
» LONDON - Jaw-dropping new broadcast deals totalling 8.3 billion pounds ($10.9 billion, 9.8 billion euros) have enabled the English Premier League to assemble a dazzling galaxy of stars for the 2016-17 season.
'Special One' Mourinho lets success and controversy do the talking
AFP, Published on 27/05/2016
» LONDON - Jose Mourinho talks bluntly, wins big and then everything seems to go wrong.
Youthful France and Italy to begin new era
AFP, Published on 05/02/2016
» PARIS - Two veteran coaches may lead out their Six Nations teams at the Stade de France on Saturday but both the hosts and Italy will be making a journey into the unknown with youthful line-ups.
Marquez out to kickstart motorcycling GP title defence at Le Mans
AFP, Published on 15/05/2015
» LE MANS (FRANCE) - Le Mans is the historic stage for Sunday's French Grand Prix, with world champion Marc Marquez out to repeat last year's win to make up ground on Valentino Rossi in the title race.