Vietnam wins world sepak takraw championship
They defeated the Thai hosts 2-0 in the women's quad (group of four) event – which was organised for the first time at the annual championship – and took the historic title.
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South Korea to host 1st ATP tennis tournament in 26 years
The ATP said the Korea Open is one of six single-year events for this season, along with tournaments in the US, Israel, Italy and Spain.
Commonwealth Games: Nicole Heng gains confidence through weightlifting
She had body image issues as a discus thrower in JC and incorporated lifting into her training routine during her NUS days.
China draws with Japan in East Asian Football Championship
On July 27, China will face Hong Kong, China, who lost to South Korea 3-0 earlier.
Vietnam win four golds at Asian Bodybuilding and Physique Sports champs
Vietnam sent a total of nine athletes from the national team to compete in the event, which attracted 323 athletes from 24 nations and territories.
Tokyo Games official may have received ¥45 million from sponsor
Haruyuki Takahashi is being investigated as the Games executive board is considered public servants and are prohibited from receiving funds or goods in connection to their duties.
China beats Chinese Taipei 2-0 in East Asian championship
The national women's football team player Zhang Linyan opened the scoring for China in the 12th minute with a volley from inside the box.
Christian Lee aims to leave with belt after Ok Rae Yoon rematch
Former ONE lightweight world champion Christian “The Warrior” Lee said he hopes to give the judges a break in his rematch with Ok, aiming to finish as soon as the single bell…
Figure skating champion Yuzuru to continue putting it ‘all on the line’ even as a pro
When asked about his efforts to reach this point in his career, Yuzuru Hanyu said, “I feel like I’m at my peak right now. But through trial and error, I’ll continue to try…
2-time Olympic champ Yuzuru Hanyu leaves competitive skating at 27
The Olympic champion has also won the Japan national figure skating championships six times, including four consecutive years from 2012 to 2015.