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Brit Books Place in Excel World Championships

A British financial modeller from Surrey has calculated his way to glory, securing a spot in the prestigious Microsoft Excel World Championships after a stunning performance in the online qualifiers.

Jepchirchir smashes women's marathon world record

Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir smashes the women's marathon world record at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, outlasting a stellar field including Tigst Assefa in a historic race.

Ingebrigtsen slams 'clown' rivals after shock defeat

Norwegian superstar Jakob Ingebrigtsen launches a furious tirade against his competitors, labelling their tactics 'clown-like' after a stunning upset in the 1500m final at the World Athletics Championships.

Olympic Stars Become YouTubers: Athletics' Digital Revolution

Olympic medallists Jakob Ingebrigtsen and Keely Hodgkinson are among a new wave of elite athletes launching YouTube channels, offering unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to the world of professional athletics and reshaping how fans engage with the spo

Gout Strikes Australian Athlete at World Championships

In a shocking turn at the Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships, an elite Australian athlete was forced to withdraw due to a severe gout attack, challenging perceptions of the condition in high-performance sport.

Torrie Lewis smashes Australian 100m record

Australian teenage sprinting prodigy Torrie Lewis has obliterated the women's 100m national record, clocking a phenomenal 11.10 seconds. The 19-year-old's historic run at the ACT Championships signals her arrival as a major force in global athletics.

Stone Skimming Champs Rocked by Cheating Scandal

The World Stone Skimming Championships on Easdale Island was hit by a major scandal as multiple competitors were disqualified for illegally modifying their stones, in a breach of the event's strict 'found not formed' rule.

Explosive Start to World Athletics Championships in Budapest

The 2025 World Athletics Championships in Budapest kicked off with electrifying energy as a raucous crowd and stunning performances from sprint stars like Dina Asher-Smith and Zharnel Hughes set the stage for an unforgettable tournament.

World Athletics Champs 2025: Thrilling Start in London

Relive all the electric action from a breathtaking first night at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in London. Get the lowdown on the 100m contenders' blistering starts, a dramatic women's 10,000m final, and the surprises that set the stage for an un

Gout attack forces Torrie Lewis out of World Championships

Australian sprint sensation Torrie Lewis is forced to withdraw from the 200m semi-finals at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after a sudden and severe gout attack, a rare and debilitating condition for a world-class athlete.

Lyles Blazes to 100m Gold at World Championships

American sprint king Noah Lyles blazed to victory in the men's 100m at the World Athletics Championships, claiming his first global outdoor title and establishing himself as the man to beat ahead of the Olympics.

Jack Draper ruled out of Wimbledon with shoulder injury

British tennis sensation Jack Draper is ruled out of Wimbledon and the entire grass-court season due to a torn shoulder muscle, dealing a devastating blow to home hopes just weeks before the Championships.

Boxer expelled from World Champs after failing sex test

Nigerian boxer Blessing Oraekwe was dramatically expelled from the World Amateur Boxing Championships after failing a controversial pre-fight sex test, igniting a fierce debate on fairness and regulations in women's sports.

Boxing gender row: Algerian champion faces mandatory tests

Exclusive: Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's eligibility is under intense scrutiny at the Women's World Boxing Championships after failing a previous gender test. The IBA mandates new verification, igniting a firestorm over fairness and regulations in women's

CAS dismisses appeal against boxer Imane Khelif

The Court of Arbitration for Sport dismisses a formal challenge against Algerian boxer Imane Khelif's eligibility, clearing her path to compete at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

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