Petite teen diver Yiat Qing could make big splash in debut
The 15-year-old will be out to beat the odds and shine in the women’s platform event after only four months of focused training for the competition.
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Tze Yong seeks boost in Dubai before race to Paris begins
The 22-year-old is set to face Hong Kong’s world No. 20 Lee Cheuk Yiu in the first round in Dubai.
‘Free’ SEA Games said to boost spending, offset profit losses
Some have suggested that, with the government shouldering many of the costs associated with these events, spending could get a considerable lift and potentially make up for lost…
China’s sport climbers aiming high
After impressing at climbing's Olympic debut in Tokyo two years ago, the national team is embracing the sport's expansion at next year's Paris Games as a golden opportunity to…
Race to the Everest summit: Chinese, US climbers top list
Nepal has issued a record 454 permits to climb the tallest peak as of April 21— 96 of whom are Chinese, 87 Americans.
Cambodia first ever to host ‘free’ SEA Games
Organisers have decided to waive the $50 per day meal and accommodation fee previously charged to members of the sports delegations.
100 days to go until university games start
The 31st World University Games will be held from July 28 to August 8 in the Chinese city of Chengdu after being deferred twice due to Covid-19.
Cancelled: What to do with all this U-20 World Cup merchandise?
Indonesia’s licensed vendor for FIFA U-20 World Cup merchandise is scrambling to sell off its wares after the country lost its licence to host the tournament.
Vietnam SEA Games team established with more than 1,000 members
This is the largest team ever in a regional sports meet held outside Vietnam.
China sweeps 9 golds at Diving World Cup in Xi’an
Olympic champion Quan Hongchan topped the preliminary in the women's 10m platform while Chen Yuxi finished second, among others.