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Valerie Grenier delivered a commanding performance to win the giant slalom at the World Cup Finals in Hafjell, Norway, marking her biggest victory of the season. Meanwhile, Mikaela Shiffrin secured her latest Overall World Cup title with a clutch final run.
American showjumper Kent Farrington claimed victory at the 2026 FEI Longines Jumping World Cup Final in Fort Worth, thrilling the home crowd with a flawless final round on his horse Greya. The championship came down to the final seconds as Farrington delivered under immense pressure.
Nigeria's U-20 women's soccer team secured their spot in the final qualifying round for the 2026 World Cup with a confident 2-1 victory over Senegal. The win continues an incredible streak: the Falconets have qualified for every U-20 Women's World Cup since the tournament began.
Papua New Guinea's women's soccer team made history with a 1-0 victory over American Samoa, reaching their first ever FIFA Women's World Cup qualifying final. One goal was all it took to secure their spot in Wednesday's championship match and guarantee a chance at reaching the 2027 World Cup in Brazil.
American showjumper Kent Farrington took first place in the opening round of the FEI Jumping World Cup Finals on home turf in Fort Worth, Texas. The crowd favorite and his 12-year-old mare Toulayna delivered a flawless performance that thrilled the hometown fans.
American equestrian Kent Farrington has taken commanding control of the World Cup Finals in Fort Worth, winning both opening rounds with two different horses. He heads into Sunday's championship with a perfect score and a partnership that's hitting its stride at exactly the right moment.
Swiss equestrian champion Steve Guerdat clinched victory at the final World Cup qualifying event in Helsinki, securing his spot at April's championship finals. The thrilling competition saw just seven riders advance to the jump-off in front of a sold-out crowd.
A dance troupe of orphaned Ugandan children who started performing barefoot on dusty streets in 2014 will take the world's biggest stage this July. The Ghetto Kids will join Shakira for the World Cup final halftime show in front of over a billion viewers.
The tiny island of Guernsey just punched above its weight, winning all four matches to reach the final round of qualifying for cricket's 2028 T20 World Cup. They'll likely face rival island Jersey next for a shot at European finals.
MetLife Stadium will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, giving New Jersey soccer players a once-in-a-lifetime chance to compete on the world's biggest stage in their own backyard. Local pros say the tournament will inspire the next generation of American soccer talent.
A viral dance video just earned a group of Ugandan children the opportunity of a lifetime: performing with Shakira at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in front of 4 billion viewers. The Ghetto Kids went from dancing in the streets of Kampala to landing the world's biggest stage.
Morocco just proved it can handle the world's biggest sporting event by flawlessly hosting the 24-team Africa Cup of Nations. With five world-class stadiums already tested and a massive $1.4 billion investment underway, the North African nation is ready to co-host the 2030 World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
Mexico becomes the first nation to host the FIFA World Cup three times, with legendary goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa preparing for his sixth and final tournament appearance at age 40. The home crowd advantage could finally push El Tri past the quarterfinals for the first time since 1986.
The World Cup final will feature Madonna, Shakira, and BTS in a historic Super Bowl-style halftime show on July 19. Every dollar raised will help children around the world access education and soccer.
Egypt celebrated a historic moment as four women qualified for the Modern Pentathlon World Cup final on home turf in Cairo. The achievement marks a strong showing for the host nation in front of a global field of 400 athletes from 42 countries.
George Raynor couldn't get hired in England, so he moved to Sweden and made history. He became the first English manager to reach a World Cup final, winning Olympic gold along the way.
After 36 years, Argentina claimed their third World Cup title in a thrilling final that saw Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé deliver unforgettable performances. The match went to penalties after a 3-3 draw, with Argentina winning 4-2 in the shootout.
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India's Under-19 cricket team pulled off the highest successful chase in tournament history, racing past Afghanistan's 310 runs to reach their tenth World Cup final. Three teenagers, including 15-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, lit up Harare with batting brilliance that showcased the future of cricket.
A teenage cricket prodigy just rewrote the record books with a jaw-dropping performance on the world's biggest youth stage. Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player to dominate an Under-19 Cricket World Cup final, showing the world that age is just a number.
Soccer's biggest game is borrowing a page from American football with a star-studded halftime performance. Shakira, Madonna, and BTS will make history at the FIFA World Cup final on July 19.
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