The Dakar 2026 Learning Academy, designed to recruit and train over 400 young professionals for the Youth Olympic Games, officially launched its training program, marking a key step toward building local expertise in Senegal.
PFL MENA 1 weigh-in results: Lightweight champ returns, Almudhaf makes debut for Kuwait
The Professional Fighters League (PFL) MENA season kicks off in Jeddah with an exciting weigh-in as top fighters gear up for the tournament. Here are the official results for the highly anticipated event.
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International Series Japan: Herbert stuns field with two-shot lead using used putter
Lucas Herbert fired a stunning bogey-free 62 to lead by two shots at the International Series Japan, using a second-hand putter he found in a Korean thrift shop. Japan’s Shunya Takeyasu and Korea’s Younghan Song trail after strong rounds in challenging conditions.
Masai Ujiri brings back Giants of Africa Festival for 2025 global edition
Giants of Africa Festival 2025 will unite 320 youth athletes from 20 countries for a week of basketball, music, culture, and empowerment from July 26 to August 2 in Kigali, Rwanda.
Farm Fresh welcomes Alessandro Lodi as new head coach to boost title hopes
Strong Group Athletics has named seasoned Italian coach Alessandro Lodi as the new head coach of the Farm Fresh Foxies ahead of the 2025 PVL season. The appointment marks a strategic move to uplift the team’s performance following their rookie year struggles.
Kevin Ruart vs. Ahmad Labban headlines BRAVE CF 94 in fan-favorite clash
BRAVE CF 94 marks Switzerland’s debut with a must-see showdown between Swiss favorite Kevin Ruart and Lebanon’s Ahmad “The Shadow” Labban in a 77kg catchweight bout on May 17.
SPOTV NOW launches Tennis All Access Pass, rolls out in 15 Asian countries
SPOTV NOW has extended its reach to 15 Asian markets and unveiled its Tennis All Access Pass (Annual), offering unmatched Wimbledon and US Open 2025 streaming coverage with no recurring fees.
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From Setbacks to World Titles: How Zamboanga and Buntan became Filipina icons in ONE Championship
In a groundbreaking achievement, Denice Zamboanga and Jackie Buntan have become the first Filipinas to win World Championships in ONE Championship, marking a historic milestone for women in martial arts.
FundLife’s ‘Move for Equity’ campaign rallies 1,300 Filipinos for girls’ rights
More than 1,300 Filipinos joined FundLife’s Move for Equity campaign in March 2025, running 130,000 kilometers to raise awareness for girls’ rights and gender equity. The initiative spotlighted barriers to safe spaces, education, and work for girls across the Philippines.
Africa races to bridge $80-B stadium and facility shortfall before 2030 World Cup
The World Football Summit’s latest report unveils massive commercial opportunities across Africa’s football sector as the continent gears up to co-host the 2030 FIFA World Cup. From digital innovation to infrastructure and talent pipelines, Africa is now an investment-grade football frontier.