Zhang Weili defends UFC strawweight title against Brazil’s Amanda Lemos
The 34-year-old Zhang is 23-3 and making the first defense of the title she regained in late 2022, with a submission victory against Carla Espaeza.
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Running against time: An elderly athlete’s journey
Even at the age of 70, an age when many former professional marathon runners have hung up their running shoes, Nguyen Do Hung remains a familiar face in running events across…
World Athletics: Flop show by Indian athletes
Avinash finished seventh in his 3000m steeplechase heat and failed to progress into the final, while under-20 world championship silver medalist long jumper Shaili Singh, was…
Public school classes, government work suspended in Metro Manila on Aug 25 for FIBA Baseball World Cup
The FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 opening rites will be held at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan.
Taekwondo puts first Asiad gold bid on Olympian Alora’s shoulders
Alora, a 2016 Rio De Janeiro Olympian, led the Filipino jins in a prosperous campaign of four gold, five silver and three bronze medals in the just-concluded 2023 Chuncheon Korea…
Vietnam’s women’s football needs to develop sustainably: PM
The sight of the Vietnamese flag being raised and the national anthem being played at the World Cup filled the nation with pride and deep emotions.
Jakarta air pollution may cast a shadow over sports tourism
A potential slump in sports tourism is a particular concern for the budding sector, particularly as Jakarta will soon co-host the FIBA basketball championship, alongside the…
Jet skier shares million dollar vision for Cambodia’s future of jet skiing
Cambodian jet skier Sali Umet is currently constructing a jet ski training centre in Kratie province.
Soh Rui Yong sets Singapore record in 5km road race
Despite no preparations, the Singaporean ended up clocking 15min 15sec to finish third behind Nick Bester (15:06) and Matthew Rallison (15:12).
Thai national football team manager to run for Football Association’s presidency
National football team manager Nualphan “Madam Pang” Lamsam also thanked footballers, coaches, association executives and football fans for helping her gain a positive…