Athletics
Kipchoge Wins Melbourne Marathon, Breaks Record
At age 41, legendary runner Eliud Kipchoge won his first marathon in three years, breaking the Melbourne Marathon record. Kipchoge's victory signals he remains competitive at the highest level.
Ironman Legend Patrick Lange Retires Abruptly
Three-time Ironman world champion Patrick Lange abandoned his final race in Hawaii after suffering cramps on the cycling portion. The 40-year-old German triathlete ended his competitive career without achieving his hoped-for farewell victory.
Laura Philipp Wins Silver at Ironman Worlds
German triathlete Laura Philipp claimed the silver medal at the Ironman World Championship in Hawaii with a strong closing sprint. She edged out a fading Norwegian competitor Solveig Lövseth in the final kilometers.
Swedish Table Tennis Duo Dominate European Championship Doubles
Swedish table tennis players Truls Möregårdh and Elias Ranefur delivered an impressive performance in the men's doubles at the European Championship. The pair described their dominant play as magical, advancing comfortably through the competition.
Kipchoge, 41, breaks Melbourne Marathon course record
Double Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge won the Melbourne Marathon in a course record time of 2:09:10 at age 41, extending his extraordinary career. The Kenyan runner is on an around-the-world farewell tour, planning to complete marathons on each continent over two years.
GKS Katowice Prepares Squad for Volleyball Season
Poland's Tauron League volleyball competition is underway for the 2026-27 season, with clubs including GKS Katowice assembling their rosters for tournament play.
Patrick Lange Quits Final Ironman in Tears
Three-time Ironman world champion Patrick Lange abandoned his farewell race in Hawaii on the cycling leg after severe cramps. The German legend described the exit as one of the hardest decisions of his career.
Swiss Women Face Defensive Crisis Before Israel Match
The Swiss women's national football team struggles with defensive vulnerabilities heading into their playoff against Israel, having conceded multiple goals in recent matches.
Kyakonye Falls Short Of WBC Title In Amsterdam
Dutch-Ugandan boxer Willy Kyakonye lost his WBC Silver title fight against Angelo Morejon at Amsterdam's Ben Bril Memorial, surrendering in the third round.
Dutch Judo Team Rebuilds After Winless World Championship
The Netherlands' judokas returned empty-handed from the World Championships in Baku for only the second time in 70 years, marking an intentional restructuring phase.
Hurling Championship Reforms Offer Broader Participation
Former Antrim hurler Neil McManus endorses proposed Leinster Hurling Championship reforms as a positive step to expand opportunities across the sport.
Swedish Table Tennis Player Masters Feared Backhand Serve
Elias Ranefur, a member of the world table tennis elite, achieved breakthrough success at age 30, partly due to his uniquely crafted racket and distinctive backhand serve. Ranefur is one of the few elite players who prefer backhand serving, a technique many opponents fear.
Batt-Doyle Breaks Australian Marathon Record
Australian runner Izzi Batt-Doyle smashed the national women's marathon record in Chicago, clocking more than two minutes faster than her previous personal best. The performance reinforces Australia's emerging distance-running talent on the international athletics stage.
India Cricket Coach Warns Bowling Corps on Performance
India's head coach warned the bowling unit that their international futures depend on improved performance after recent batting-dominated matches. The coach emphasized concerns about pitch conditions in Twenty20 cricket.
Juan Carlos Ferrero Reflects on Life Beyond Tennis
Spain's former tennis champion Juan Carlos Ferrero discussed his transition from player to coach, working with rising star Carlos Alcaraz, and balancing achievement with personal fulfillment. He expressed regret about not enjoying his playing career more.