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African stars get extra week with clubs before Cup tourney
AFP, Published on 04/12/2025
» PARIS - Star players such as Mohamed Salah, Bryan Mbeumo and Achraf Hakimi will be able to play for their clubs for an extra week until December 15 before joining their national teams at the Africa Cup of Nations, FIFA said on Wednesday.
Jeeno's choice brings great joy and promise to women's game
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 28/11/2025
» As a six-year-old, Atthaya "Jeeno" Thitikul faced the biggest decision of her young life -- pick either tennis or golf as the sport of her choice.
Sinner returns to world number one with Paris Masters win
AFP, Published on 03/11/2025
» PARIS - Jannik Sinner won the Paris Masters for the first time by defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-6 (7/4) on Sunday as the four-time Grand Slam champion reclaimed his position atop the world rankings.
Asia's top amateurs look to Matsuyama for inspiration
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 23/10/2025
» A new generation of regional golfers, including Thailand's Pongsapak Laopakdee and Ratchanon 'TK' Chantananuwat, is in Dubai this week, each with a dream in tow that was sparked by the heroics of Hideki Matsuyama.
How China's ladies are shaping sport
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 02/10/2025
» When the Women's China Open first teed off in 2006, the occasion was quietly significant. At the time, women's golf in the Middle Kingdom was still taking fledgling steps in the global game. The domestic circuit was modest, the talent pool limited and the pathway to elite professional circuits like the LPGA Tour seemed distant, if not daunting.
Fiery Ryder Cup start expected with Trump set to attend
AFP, Published on 26/09/2025
» FARMINGDALE (UNITED STATES) - The 45th Ryder Cup on Friday with two intense, emotional duos facing off in a potentially explosive opening match and US President Donald Trump set to attend.
LPGA Tour poised to sparkle with reboot
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 10/07/2025
» As the LPGA Tour enters the back nine of its milestone 75th anniversary season, it is primed to capitalise on the global growth of women's golf -- thanks to recent leadership appointments and the continued rise of Asia‑Pacific golfers -- both of which should strengthen the tour's foundation for longevity and deepen its impact on its fans worldwide.
It's a brave move by Alexander-Arnold
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 10/05/2025
» It has been a hugely emotional time for Liverpool fans in recent weeks. The joy of running away with the Premier League title has been tempered somewhat by the pending departure of one of their finest players, Trent Alexander-Arnold, almost certainly to Real Madrid.
Remembering Choi's 25 years on the PGA Tour
Sports, Chuah Choo Chiang, Published on 02/05/2025
» When the South Korean contingent shows up in strength at this week's The CJ Cup Byron Nelson -- a legacy tournament which Sung Kang and KH Lee have tasted victories in recent years -- they will look back with great pride the trailblazing exploits of one man who defied all odds to ensure the American dream isn't quite the pipe dream.
Playing from the back takes skill
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 19/04/2025
» Back in the old days when football was a straightforward game our school coach had an equally straightforward golden rule for defenders -- "Never pass the ball around in your own penalty area. Just hoof it!" That might explain why we did not win any medals.