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Team Isabella Wranå secured bronze at the curling world championships in Calgary by beating Japan 8-5 in the bronze medal match. Sweden clinched the win with a five-point steal in the eighth end at 3-3. This marks the team's first senior world championships and Sweden's first women's WM medal since 2019.

March 22, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

South African distance runner Adriaan Wildschutt has become the first from his country to win the New York City Half-Marathon. The 27-year-old Olympian emphasised staying grounded and inspiring through action in an interview. His victory adds to national records in multiple distances.

A death has overshadowed the first win of SG Flensburg-Handewitt's handball team in main round group 1 of the European League. The team defeated Montpellier HB 40:35. A medical emergency occurred in the arena, where all measures proved unsuccessful.

February 22, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

LIV Golf has transitioned from its disruptive origins to a phase focused on stability and expansion, with chief executive Scott O’Neil viewing South Africa as an ideal market. The league plans to host its inaugural event in the country next month at Steyn City, expecting significant economic benefits. This shift includes adopting a 72-hole format and seeking official recognition in world rankings.

The SA20 cricket league has solidified its position as a leading franchise tournament in its fourth season, drawing full stadiums and showcasing emerging talents amid challenging weather.

January 25, 2026 Iniulat ng AI

South African cross-country skier Matt Smith has qualified for the 2026 Winter Olympics in just two years, despite coming from a non-traditional skiing nation. He recently confronted critics who questioned the quota system allowing athletes like him to compete. Smith emphasizes the importance of global participation in growing the sport.