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The Australian government just committed $12.4 million to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with a strong focus on elevating women's competition. Three tournaments will run simultaneously across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and New Zealand, bringing 16 nations together for rugby league's biggest celebration.
Nine-year-old Clarissa Liu regularly beats opponents twice her age at chess tournaments across Brisbane. But despite soaring interest in the game, only 16.5% of the world's competitive chess players are female—and most girls drop out before adulthood.
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After 15 years without major tournaments, South Africa is launching a four-event ATP Challenger series to help local players train at home instead of relocating overseas. Former tennis pro John-Laffnie de Jager hopes the Rise Open will spark the same renaissance that transformed Italy into a tennis powerhouse.
Jaravee Bunchan just became the first Thai golfer to win on South Korea's professional women's golf tour, claiming victory at the E1 Charity Open. After losing her LPGA card in 2023, the 27-year-old fought her way back through qualifying tournaments to make history.
Bayern Munich's legendary goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has reversed his retirement to compete in next month's World Cup, becoming one of the rare players to appear in five consecutive tournaments. The 2014 World Cup winner will be Germany's starting keeper as they chase their fifth title.
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner just became only the second man ever to win all nine Masters 1000 tournaments, achieving the feat at home in Rome. At just 24 years old, he's seven years younger than when Novak Djokovic accomplished the same milestone.
Jannik Sinner became the first Italian man in half a century to win his home tournament, the Italian Open, making tennis history in front of 10,500 roaring fans in Rome. The victory also made him only the second player ever to win all nine Masters 1000 tournaments.
Jannik Sinner made tennis history by becoming one of the youngest players to win all nine ATP Masters 1000 tournaments. Rival and friend Carlos Alcaraz celebrated the achievement from the sidelines while recovering from injury.
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner just became only the second man ever to win all nine major Masters tournaments, matching a feat previously achieved only by Novak Djokovic. At just 24, he's tracking the legendary careers of the sport's greatest players while dominating with a record six straight Masters wins.
Costa Rica's Club Sport Herediano secured its 32nd national championship by defeating rival Saprissa 2-0, completing a dramatic comeback to win the Clausura 2026 tournament. The victory marks the team's third title in just four tournaments.
Alex Horton just became the first rookie in PBA history to win two titles in one season, proving he belongs among bowling's elite. The 22-year-old went from hoping to just qualify for tournaments to becoming a Player of the Year contender in just 16 days.
Both men's and women's March Madness tournaments are growing by eight teams next season, giving more college athletes a shot at championship glory. It's the biggest tournament expansion in over 30 years, creating new opportunities for schools across the country.
March Madness is getting bigger, bringing more schools into college basketball's biggest showcase and generating over $131 million in new revenue for member institutions. The expansion creates opportunities for 12 additional teams while strengthening financial support across college athletics.
Arsenal, Aston Villa, and Crystal Palace have made history by becoming the first English clubs to reach the finals of all three European competitions in a single season. The trio will compete for continental glory across three different tournaments in May.
In a breakthrough for South Asian sports, India announced Wednesday it will welcome Pakistani athletes to compete in international tournaments hosted on Indian soil. The policy shift comes as India prepares to host major global sporting events through 2038.
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner just rewrote the record books, becoming the first man ever to win five consecutive Masters 1000 tournaments. The 24-year-old's dominant Madrid Open victory puts him on track to match a feat only tennis legend Novak Djokovic has achieved.
After missing six straight tournaments, Scotland has qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, sparking nationwide celebrations. The Tartan Army will compete in North America alongside Brazil, Morocco, and Haiti in a historic comeback.
Brazilian students aged 9 to 18 are heading to Houston this week to compete in the FIRST Championship, one of the world's largest robotics tournaments. The diverse delegation from 10 states showcases how educational robotics is transforming young minds across Brazil.
Golf star Nelly Korda just won her second Chevron Championship, extending an incredible streak that puts her in company with legends. She's now finished first or second in five straight tournaments, a feat only two other women have ever achieved.
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