Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who clinched the gold medal in the women’s welterweight division at the Paris 2024 Olympics, has described her victory as having a “special taste” due to the challenges she faced regarding her gender eligibility. Khelif, who was disqualified from the World Championships a year ago over gender eligibility issues, overcame […]
The Paris Olympic Stadium erupted in a frenzy of cheers as the Canadian men’s 4x100m relay team secured a historic gold medal victory. Their triumph came in dramatic fashion, as a crucial baton exchange error by the heavily favored United States team gifted Canada an unexpected opportunity for glory. The race began with a fierce […]
In a thrilling display of speed and drama, the United States women’s 4x100m relay team clinched gold at the Paris Olympics. Their victory came in unexpected fashion as a crucial baton exchange error by Great Britain in the final leg allowed the Americans to snatch the lead and secure the win in a season-best time […]
France is on the brink of an unprecedented basketball double as both the men’s and women’s teams have secured their places in the gold medal matches at the Paris Olympics. The host nation’s women booked their spot with a dramatic overtime victory over Belgium, setting the stage for a highly anticipated clash with the United […]
France’s quest for a first Olympic men’s soccer gold medal since 1984 ended in heartbreak as they were defeated 5-3 by Spain in extra time of the final. Despite the agonising loss, coach Thierry Henry hailed his side’s performance as a resounding success, inspiring a nation and showcasing the potential of French football. The Parc […]
Fiorentina have confirmed the signing of experienced goalkeeper David de Gea on a one-year contract. The 33-year-old Spaniard has been without a club since departing Manchester United at the conclusion of the 2022/23 Premier League season. De Gea’s arrival in Florence marks the end of a year-long absence from professional football for the former Spain […]
Lee Carsley has been named as the interim manager of the England men’s football team. The 50-year-old, who previously managed England’s Under-21s, steps up following Gareth Southgate’s departure after England’s Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. Carsley led the Under-21s to victory in the European Championship last July, with a 1-0 win over Spain in […]
Egyptian Olympic wrestler Mohamed ‘Kesho’ Ibrahim has been arrested in Paris on charges of alleged sexual assault. The Paris prosecutor’s office confirmed that the 26-year-old, born in March 1998 in Egypt, was apprehended early on August 9 in front of the Oz cafe. Kesho, who won a bronze medal at the Tokyo 2020 Games, is […]
Imane Khelif claimed Olympic gold in the women’s welterweight boxing division at Paris 2024, overcoming a year of controversy following her disqualification from the World Championships due to a gender eligibility test. The Algerian boxer, 25, defeated Chinese world champion Yang Liu by unanimous decision in a match marked by Khelif’s dominance and flair. As […]
Spain captured the Olympic men’s football gold medal at Paris 2024 in a dramatic final against France, who staged a remarkable comeback but ultimately fell short. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, with Spain initially falling behind 1-0 early in the game. By half-time, they had surged ahead with a 3-1 lead. France, however, […]
