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Ukrainians united against IOC stance but question boycott threat
AFP, Published on 24/07/2023
» PARIS - Ukrainian athletes are steadfast in their condemnation of the IOC permitting Russians to compete in sports events but some are at odds with their government over the threat to boycott the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Verstappen armed with upgrades in pursuit of Hungarian triumph
AFP, Published on 20/07/2023
» BUDAPEST - Defending champion and runaway series leader Max Verstappen will be armed with a number of upgrades on his Red Bull car as he seeks to repeat his 2022 victory at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Hurdles world record-holder Amusan charged with anti-doping violation
AFP, Published on 19/07/2023
» PARIS - Women's hurdles world record-holder Tobi Amusan said Wednesday she has been charged with an alleged anti-doping rule violation, casting doubt on her participation in next month’s world championships.
Unseeded Vondrousova stuns tearful Jabeur to win Wimbledon title
AFP, Published on 15/07/2023
» LONDON - Marketa Vondrousova became the first unseeded woman to win Wimbledon in the Open era as the Czech swept to a shock 6-4, 6-4 victory over Tunisia's Ons Jabeur in Saturday's final.
Alcaraz, Djokovic set for 'feast' in blockbuster Wimbledon final
AFP, Published on 15/07/2023
» LONDON - Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic set up a potentially era-defining Wimbledon title showdown after cruising through their semi-finals on Friday with the Serb superstar promising a "feast" of tennis in the championship match.
Djokovic into ninth Wimbledon final, record 35th at Slams
AFP, Published on 14/07/2023
» LONDON - Novak Djokovic powered into his ninth Wimbledon final as the defending champion subdued big-hitting Jannik Sinner to reach a record 35th Grand Slam singles title match on Friday.
Top seed Alcaraz reaches first Wimbledon semi-final
AFP, Published on 13/07/2023
» LONDON - Carlos Alcaraz saw off Holger Rune in straight sets on Wednesday to stay on course for a Wimbledon title showdown against defending champion Novak Djokovic.
Alcaraz takes next step in bid for Wimbledon glory
AFP, Published on 12/07/2023
» LONDON - Carlos Alcaraz is targeting a first Wimbledon semi-final on Wednesday while Elena Rybakina takes on Ons Jabeur in a repeat of last year's title match.
Djokovic on brink of Wimbledon quarters as Rybakina advances
AFP, Published on 10/07/2023
» LONDON - Novak Djokovic was on the brink of his 14th Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday as Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz prepared for a testing battle against Matteo Berrettini.
Iconic Rapinoe, champion footballer and committed activist
AFP, Published on 09/07/2023
» WASHINGTON - Megan Rapinoe's activism on such causes as gender equity, racial inequality and gay rights has ensured her iconic status as much as her US women's national team football heroics.