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A Texas judge gave a team of 12-year-olds a second chance at their baseball dreams just hours after Little League officials disqualified them. The Tulsa National Little League team will now play Tuesday for a spot in the World Series.
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.
The world's elite surfing competition is heading to New Zealand for the first time ever this May. Raglan's iconic Manu Bay will host 60 of the planet's top surfers in the biggest surfing event the country has ever seen.
A group of 12-year-olds from Bayonne, New Jersey, just made history by rallying from a four-run deficit to reach the Little League World Series for the first time since the city's league started in 1951. The team stayed undefeated all summer and will represent their city on baseball's biggest youth stage.
A youth baseball team from Sydney is heading to Pennsylvania in August after winning their first-ever spot at the Little League World Series. The Ryde Little League squad will represent Australia on the world stage after finishing their regional tournament with just one loss.
After 24 consecutive seasons, Brighton midfielder James Milner now holds three Guinness World Records for his extraordinary Premier League career. The same kid who once unwrapped the record book each Christmas just earned his place inside it.
George Pittar hadn't won a competition since age 15, but the 23-year-old just defeated four Brazilian world champions in one event to claim his first World Surf League title. The Manly surfer's triumph at Margaret River marks one of the most remarkable underdog victories in professional surfing.
Anthony Barry went from playing in England's lower leagues to coaching alongside Thomas Tuchel in a World Cup semi-final in just 11 years. The 40-year-old assistant coach now helps lead England's historic run toward their first men's World Cup final since 1966.
A golden Labrador with 340,000 Instagram followers just dominated the World Dog Surfing Championships, taking home four first-place trophies. Rippin' Rosie has been catching waves with her owner since she was seven months old.
Dozens of surfers suited up in giant banana costumes to attempt a world record at a Florida beach event. The cheerful stunt brought smiles to beachgoers while celebrating summer fun. #
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More than a dozen talented pups competed in the World Dog Surfing Championships in Pacifica, California, showing off their skills on surfboards and paddleboards. The annual event celebrated the special bond between humans and their water-loving companions.
A small island community in Kauai has rallied behind their youth baseball team as they stand just one victory away from the Little League World Series. The Kawaihau All-Stars have battled through setbacks and elimination games to reach Friday's West Region championship.
Kinley Rasmus just made history at the Little League World Series, shattering the record for most hits by a girl while dominating both at bat and on the mound. The Alabama pitcher has her team three wins deep and hungry for more.
Kacper Majchrzak didn't expect to swim that fast in a 3-metre deep pool. But the Polish athlete shattered a world record at The World Games in Chengdu, bringing home gold and silver medals for his country.
Houstonians will line up over 1,000 soccer balls in Hermann Park this April, breaking a world record while celebrating the city's upcoming World Cup matches. The soccer balls will then go to local youth programs across the city.
A youth baseball team from Curaçao just secured something no team from their island nation has earned before: direct entry to the 2026 Little League World Series. Pariba Little League fought through a tough tournament to claim their ticket to Williamsport, continuing a legacy that includes producing MLB stars.
Thiago Passeri just became Argentina's newest surfing sensation, defeating Brazil's top competitors at 17 to win his first professional title. The underdog victory at the season's most competitive qualifying event sends him one step closer to surfing's big leagues.
More than 1,000 soccer balls lined up in Hermann Park just set a Guinness World Record and they're all going to Houston's underserved youth. The city is gearing up for the FIFA World Cup with programs that ensure local kids benefit long after the matches end.
Anthony Barry went from playing in England's fourth tier to coaching the national team at a World Cup semifinal in just 11 years. His remarkable journey shows how dedication and innovative coaching can open unexpected doors.
Nigerian sprint hurdler Tobi Amusan, who holds the world record at 12.12 seconds, will compete against Olympic and world champions at the Diamond League season opener in Shanghai. The three-time Diamond League winner is fresh off leading Nigeria's team at the African Championships in Ghana.
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