Russell wins Austrian Grand Prix, Verstappen fifth

Russell wins Austrian Grand Prix, Verstappen fifth

George Russell claimed a dramatic victory for Mercedes on Sunday after a sensational late collision between series leader Max Verstappen of Red Bull and his nearest rival Lando Norris of McLaren in the closing laps of an action-packed Austrian Grand Prix. It was the British driver's second career victory, endorsing the improved form of the Mercedes team in recent races, as he made the most of Verstappen’s impulsive and […]

July 1, 2024 10

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England avoid shock at Euro 2024 as Spain ease into quarterfinals

England escaped an embarrassing exit from Euro 2024 on Sunday as they came from behind to beat Slovakia in extra time and reach the quarterfinals, while Spain defeated surprise package Georgia 4-1 to set up a mouthwatering quarterfinal showdown with hosts Germany. A Jude Bellingham overhead kick deep in injury time and a Harry Kane strike early in extra time allowed England to beat Slovakia 2-1 in their last-16 […]

July 1, 2024 14

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Clarke rages over penalty decision as Scotland exit Euros

Scotland manager Steve Clarke blasted the decision not to award a penalty in a 1-0 loss to Hungary that knocked his team out of Euro 2024 on Sunday. Stuart Armstrong went down late in the second half after a challenge from Hungary defender Willi Orban, but Argentine referee Facundo Tello did not intervene. "It was 100 percent a penalty. Someone has to explain to me why it wasn't […]

June 24, 2024 7

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Leclerc confident but avoiding title talk

Charles Leclerc will seek to build on his flawless, if emotional, triumph for Ferrari at the Monaco Grand Prix with another valuable victory in this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix. But the 26-year-old Monegasque driver, who dominated in Monte Carlo by taking pole position and then controlling a processional race, has been quick to keep expectations under control and avoided talk of a title bid after only eight rounds […]

June 6, 2024 6

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Debt-laden Melbourne Rebels kicked out of Super Rugby

Rugby Australia on Thursday rejected a consortium's bid to take over the debt-laden Melbourne Rebels and shut down the club after 14 seasons in Super Rugby. The team went into voluntary administration in January owing almost Aus$23 million (US$15 million) – a large portion of it tax debt. Rugby Australia stepped in to reclaim the club's playing licence while paying staff wages for the 2024 season, before a consortium […]

May 30, 2024 18

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Richard Bland tied for lead at Senior PGA Championship

Playing in his first senior event of any kind, Englishman Richard Bland shares the 18-hole lead at a major championship. Bland, a member of LIV Golf, and Australian Richard Green are tied atop the leaderboard at the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship after shooting 7-under 65s on Thursday at Harbour Shores Resort in Benton Harbour, Mich. The leaders hold a two-shot edge over Steve Stricker, Scott Dunlap, Jeff Schmid, Canadian […]

May 24, 2024 20

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Merlier sprints to Giro stage 18 win as Pogacar keeps lead

Tim Merlier won the 18th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Thursday in a messy bunch sprint as Tadej Pogacar held his massive lead on a quiet day for the champion-in-waiting. Belgian Merlier pipped local hero Jonathan Milan over the line in Padova after 178 kilometres of riding to claim his second victory in this year's Giro. The Soudal-Quick Step rider had to hold off Milan in the final […]

May 24, 2024 7

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King whips the Proteas

Brandon King scored an imperious half-century to inspire the West Indies to an impressive 28-run win over South Africa in their T20 International match at Sabina Park, Kingston, Jamaica, on Thursday. The West Indies, who were asked to bat first, scored 175 for eight. In reply, South Africa hobbled their way to 147 in 19.5 overs. This is the biggest margin with which the West Indies have defeated […]

May 24, 2024 9

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WHS announces Auas Motors sponsorship

Windhoek High School has announced that Auas Motors, who have a long-standing relationship with Windhoek High School, has donated a new Suzuki S-Presso vehicle to the school for fund raising purposes. Windhoek High School is in the process of rehabilitation the school's netball courts, and the Suzuki S-Presso will be auctioned later this year in a fundraising initiative to facilitate the rehabilitation.

May 24, 2024 10