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From racquets to running shoes, Monica Puig makes her mark in marathons

April 28, 2023 12:34 pm

Puig, who won gold in the women's singles at the 2016 Rio Games, ran her first marathon in New York last year before competing at the Boston and London races.

From Russia, with dope

December 05, 2014 1:18 am

German TV and French daily alleges widespread doping and cover-up among Russian athletes.

Sindhu slayer Marin is World champion

September 01, 2014 3:29 am

The 21-year-old lefthander came from behind in both the second and third games to upset the talented Chinese shotmaker 17-21, 21-17, 21-18.

Shoulder infection may put paid to Ian Thorpe’s pool ambitions

April 09, 2014 12:10 pm

The five-times Olympic champion had contracted “two bugs” after undertaking a series of shoulder surgeries.

Ratchanok Inthanon breaks new ground

August 11, 2013 1:24 am

Teenager beats No.1 and Olympic champion Xuerui for World title; Dan tames Chong Wei.

Form favours Sindhu,record Intanon

August 10, 2013 3:20 am

Both comprise badminton’s new order.

US Open: Serena Williams storms on as Errani,Vinci strike Italy blow

September 04, 2012 10:45 am

Serena Williams will now face Ana Ivanovic for a place in the semi-finals.

Britain's Adams wins flyweight gold

August 10, 2012 3:53 am

Nicola Adams won the first ever women's Olympic flyweight final to claim the first boxing gold.

Four-time Olympic champion Chris Hoy to carry UK flag

July 23, 2012 12:50 pm

Hoy is recognized as a fine ambassador for British sport,having been the enduring face of cycling’s high profile over the past decade.

Ian Thorpe relieved at successful return

November 04, 2011 11:16 am

Oz great finished 2nd in his heat of 100 m individual medley in the comeback race after a 5-year hiatus.

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