Russian neutral athletes Nikita Shleikher and Ruslan Ternovoi won gold in the Men's Synchronized 10m Platform event at the 2026 European Aquatics Championships in Paris, scoring 443.82 points.
Russian diver Nadezhda Trifonova won bronze in the Women's 3m Springboard event at the 2026 European Aquatics Championships in Paris, scoring 312.40 points.
Pakistan's Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem finished ninth in the Commonwealth Games javelin throw in Glasgow, sparking criticism over his lack of preparation, coaching disputes, and inadequate institutional support.
Tokyo Games bronze medallist Lovlina Borgohain, after securing silver at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, reflects on her 13-year boxing career. She now embraces celebrating every medal and enjoying the journey, having realized she previously overthought and missed moments due to constant pressure and personal sacrifices.
Jamaica secured a historic 46-45 victory over defending champions Australia in the Commonwealth Games netball semi-final, reaching the final for the first time. England lost 61-54 to New Zealand, setting up a Jamaica vs. New Zealand final and an England vs. Australia bronze match.
Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won Commonwealth Games javelin gold in Glasgow with an 89.75m throw, establishing a new rivalry with India's Neeraj Chopra (silver) and Yash Vir Singh (bronze), despite challenging conditions.
Yashvir Singh secured a historic bronze medal in javelin at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a personal best throw of 85.41m, joining Neeraj Chopra, who won silver with 85.83m, completing a memorable double for India.
Wales' Orlando Holley-Sotomi secured a first-round knockout against Lesotho's Refiloe Thai in their men's 70kg boxing quarterfinal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, leaving Thai injured and prompting immediate medical attention.
Retired artistic gymnast Dipa Karmakar reflects on her 2014 Commonwealth Games bronze in Glasgow and expresses support for Pranati Nayak, believing she has a strong chance for a medal. Karmakar also looks forward to India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad and potentially the 2036 Olympics.
England secured a World Cup bronze medal by defeating France, yet manager Thomas Tuchel faces continued criticism for the team's semi-final collapse against Argentina and his tactical approach, sparking debate within the FA about national coaching identity versus foreign appointments.
England defeated France 6-4 in a high-scoring World Cup bronze medal match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, securing their best tournament finish since 1966. Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick, contributing to England's initial four-goal lead, which was challenged by a French comeback before England sealed the win.
Hong Kong's 6-strong triathlon squad, preparing for the Asian Games in Japan, is advised to perform aggressively from the start in the Edmonton World Triathlon Cup, crucial for maintaining the sport's Tier A status in Hong Kong.
Alireza Firouzja won the Croatia Super Rapid and Blitz, while Magnus Carlsen marked 15 years as world No. 1. The article discusses Firouzja's potential in new formats, Carlsen's enduring dominance, and the historical debate comparing him to Garry Kasparov.
Daphne Chan secured Hong Kong's first women's individual bronze medal at the Asian Fencing Championships, defeating South Korean and Japanese opponents before falling to eventual finalist Sera Azuma.
Hong Kong hurdler Vera Lui Lai-yiu, still registered with World Athletics as representing Hong Kong, competed for Monaco at the European Small States Athletics Championships, winning the 100m hurdles and setting a Monaco national record, sparking debate in Hong Kong.
India defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 in the Thomas Cup quarterfinals to reach the semifinals, guaranteeing at least a bronze medal. Lakshya Sen delivered a stunning comeback win against World No. 6 Chou Tien Chen, while the doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured the second point. Ayush Shetty wrapped up the tie with a straight-game victory, maintaining India's title credentials as 2022 champions.
Ryan Choi Chun-yin won the inaugural World Fencing League title in Los Angeles on Sunday, defeating Miles Chamley-Watson 16-13 to claim a US$10,000 prize. The event, created by American Olympic bronze medallist Chamley-Watson, drew around 6,000 spectators to the Shrine Auditorium, including seven-times F1 champion Lewis Hamilton. Choi, captain of Team Shield which won five of six contests against Team Blade, called it a breakthrough for fencing and a revolution for the sport.
The South China Morning Post has been honored with 74 awards at the 47th Best of News Design Creative Competition, highlighting its commitment to visual journalism and storytelling in Asia.
Russia's Battlegroup Center liberated two communities in Ukraine over the past week, inflicting more than 2,295 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroying 29 enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility, the Defense Ministry reported.
Hong Kong table tennis player Wong Chun-ting revealed that his wife, Stella Peng Yingshan, played a crucial role in improving his communication and performance with mixed doubles partner Doo Hoi-kem after years of distance.
Russia's 11-year-old Roman Shogdzhiev won the under-18 world blitz chess championship, becoming the youngest-ever winner in that category. Russian players dominated the World Youth Blitz Championship in Belgrade, winning seven gold, three silver, and five bronze medals total. Other Russian winners included Mikhail Shishov (U8), Fedor Sidelnikov (U10), Daniil Kaminskii (U12), Alisa Genrietta Yunker (U12 girls), David Kaufman (U16), and Diana Preobrazhenskaya (U16 girls). Shogdzhiev was designated a grandmaster by the International Chess Federation at age 10.
