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AfroBasket 2025: Tinubu hails D’Tigress for fifth straight final appearance

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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated D’Tigress, Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, for reaching the final of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket for the fifth consecutive time. In a statement issued on Sunday by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser to the president on information and strategy, Tinubu praised the resilience and dominance of the reigning African champions.
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D’Tigress crush Cameroon to book semifinal spot

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Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, cruised into the semifinals of the 2025 FIBA Women’s AfroBasket with a dominant 83–47 win over Cameroon in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The defending champions overcame a slow start to stamp their authority on the quarterfinal tie, extending their unbeaten run in Africa to 27 games since 2015. Cameroon opened the […]
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Hulk Hogan, wrestling legend, dies at 71

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Hulk Hogan, one of the most iconic figures in professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71. Born Terry Gene Bollea, the WWE Hall of Famer reportedly passed away early Thursday morning at his home in Clearwater, Florida, following a suspected cardiac arrest. Emergency responders confirmed his death shortly after arriving at the scene […]
Super Falcons
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Super Falcons edge South Africa to reach WAFCON final

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Nigeria’s Super Falcons have booked their place in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) final after a hard-fought 2-1 victory over South Africa on Tuesday, July 22. The thrilling semi-final clash saw Nigeria take the lead late in the first half when captain Rasheedat Ajibade confidently converted a penalty following a foul in the […]
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The Longest Football Match in History

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When the referee shows a board with 5 or 6 minutes of added time, fans are no longer surprised. Modern football has accustomed us to compensatory minutes, but sometimes real miracles of duration happen on the field, making people talk about them for decades. Absolute Record: 43 Minutes of Added Time in Bolivia The longest […]
WWE
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WWE SmackDown Builds SummerSlam Hype

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WWE SmackDown returns tonight from San Antonio with a packed card that promises fireworks ahead of SummerSlam 2025. The highlight of the show will be the contract signing between John Cena and Cody Rhodes, setting up a blockbuster showdown at WWE’s premier summer event. Fans can also expect appearances from Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez, […]
Lions
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All Eyes on Lions Tour and All-Ireland Final

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This weekend promises a feast of rugby and hurling action as two iconic events capture global attention. The British & Irish Lions kick off their tour against Australia in Brisbane, marking the beginning of a highly anticipated series. With rivalries renewed and both teams eager to make a statement, the match is expected to deliver […]
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Noah Lyles to Skip LA 2028 Olympic Village

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American sprint sensation Noah Lyles has announced that he will not stay in the Olympic Village during the 2028 Los Angeles Games. The decision comes after his disappointing Paris 2024 campaign, where illness derailed his hopes of a double gold in the 100m and 200m. Lyles cited a desire for privacy and optimal preparation as […]
FIFA
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Extreme Heat Puts FIFA in the Spotlight

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The FIFA Club World Cup currently underway in the United States has ignited debate over player safety, as extreme heat conditions continue to challenge athletes. With temperatures soaring to 104°F in some venues, concerns over heatstroke and dehydration have become front and center. Players and coaches have criticized FIFA for inadequate cooling measures, raising questions