Osaka Stumbles in Madrid Open First Round
Naomi Osaka’s clay-court season began with a 6-4, 2-6, 6-4 loss to Lucia Bronzetti at the Madrid Open. Alexandra Eala also advanced with a 6-3, 6-2 win over Tomova.
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Olmo’s Early Strike Sets Barca on Title Path
Dani Olmo’s goal earned Barca a 1-0 win over Mallorca, extending their La Liga lead to seven points with five games left.
Olympian Zhou Jihong Elected President of Chinese Swimming Association
Former 1984 Olympic champion Zhou Jihong has been elected president of the Chinese Swimming Association, aiming to build China into a global sports power by 2035.
Laureus Awards 2024: Biles, Duplantis & Real Madrid Shine
Simone Biles, Mondo Duplantis and Real Madrid led the winners at the Laureus World Sports Awards, highlighting triumphs from Olympic gymnastics to Champions League glory.
Korir Triumphs at Boston Marathon as Lokedi Shatters Course Record
John Korir wins Boston Marathon in 2:04:45, while Sharon Lokedi dethrones Hellen Obiri and sets a new course record.
Zhao Xintong Sets Up Historic All-China Clash After Beating Jones
Amateur Zhao Xintong reached round two at the World Snooker Championships with a 10-4 win over Jak Jones, setting up an all-China clash with Lei Peifan.
Sun Yujie Clinches 25m Pistol Gold at Lima ISSF World Cup
Sun Yujie wins her second gold of 2024 by clinching the women’s 25m pistol title at the Lima ISSF World Cup, boosting China to a 4-gold haul.
Ostapenko Shocks World No.1 Sabalenka to Win Stuttgart Title
Unseeded Jelena Ostapenko stunned world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 6-1 to claim the Stuttgart title, her first clay crown since 2017 and ninth career trophy.
Beijing Ducks Dominate Derby, Advance to CBA Semifinals
Beijing Ducks beat the Beikong Royal Fighters 112-95 in Game 4, clinching a 3-1 quarterfinal series win and earning a spot in the CBA semifinals.
Liverpool Close in on Record-Equaling 20th Title After Leicester Triumph
Alexander-Arnold’s late strike seals Liverpool’s 1-0 win at Leicester, moving the Reds 13 points clear with five to play as Arsenal keep title hopes alive and Leicester are relegated.