Ruthless An Se-young makes history to retain Asian Games badminton crown
The South Korean world No. 1 dominates Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-9 in the final.
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Nattanicha fights back to reach Asian Games boxing final
AICHI, Japan — 29 September 2026, Thai-New Zealand boxer Nattanicha Jongprongklang staged a dramatic comeback to beat Japan’s Tsukimi Namiki and reach the women’s 54kg final at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. Nattanicha, known as Focus, is the only Thai amateur boxer remaining in
'I was in my towel': Malaysian cricketer Virandeep's Asian Games heartbreak
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia cricketer Virandeep Singh was still in his towel when he learnt that the team’s Asian Games T20 quarter-final against Bangladesh had been called off, ending their hopes without a ball being bowled.
Carlo Paalam saves PH’s boxing campaign in Asian Games, earns sure medal
Carlo Paalam edges his Chinese foe as he advances to the semifinals of the men's 55kg division, preserving the Philippines' medal streak in Asian Games boxing
Italy rebound in Turkey as France win late in Belgium in Nations League
The Azzurri and Les Bleus will meet in their next match on Oct 2.
Avoid the F1 rush: AirAsia advises extra KLIA travel time Oct 2-4
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 29 — AirAsia advises all guests travelling through the Kuala Lumpur International Airport Termi...
Alex Eala opens quest for Asian Games gold, Olympic berth with dominant win
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala needs just a little less than an hour to dispatch Thailand’s Patcharin Cheapchandej and advance to the quarterfinals of the women's singles event in the 2026 Asian Games
SIC optimistic of hitting 100,000 ticket sales for F1 Bahrain GP
SIC CEO Azhan Shafriman Hanif says around 95,000 three-day tickets have already been sold.
Twice's Tzuyu to visit Singapore as part of collaboration with Williams F1 and anime Dan Da Dan
The K-pop superstar will reportedly be at the Singapore Grand Prix to join the Atlassian Williams F1 team to celebrate the collaboration.
Manchester City’s Premier League charges: What comes next?
Rival clubs are preparing legal claims for compensation, while questions remain over whether some of Manchester City’s past titles and trophies could be revoked.
Manchester City's Premier League charges: What comes next?
MANCHESTER: Manchester City’s fate in a legal battle with the Premier League is yet to be sealed, but reports they have been found guilty on widespread financial misconduct has sparked speculation of what comes next.
Singapore gears up for F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2026 with after-parties and race weekend brunches
Singapore is shifting into high gear for the 2026 F1 weekend. Whether you’re heading to a glamorous party or going from brunch to after-hours, these are the venues worth checking out.
Real Madrid’s Perez summoned over Barcelona referee payments comments
MADRID, Sept 29 — Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and FC Barcelona have been summoned to appear before a Ma...
Commentary: Football’s enduring controversies show why journalism matters
Without professional journalism, the world wouldn’t have known about FIFA president Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell off the World Cup until it was too late, says Stig Orskov, CEO of the World Association of News Publishers.
Djokovic one of 12 members of player panel to meet with tennis majors
PARIS, (France): A dialogue between the four tennis Grand Slam tournaments and disgruntled players has moved a step closer, as sources confirmed to AFP on Monday the 12 members of a proposed advisory council.
Man City CEO says sorting probe will take much more time
Ferran Soriano responds to the investigation into the club's financial dealings as it faces possible points deductions, fines or even expulsion from the Premier League.
Wissa spoils Zimbabwe homecoming as DR Congo win Afcon qualifier
The 30-year-old Newcastle United striker scored the first goal and created the second as the DRC beat Zimbabwe 2-1 in Harare.
Djokovic among 12-player panel to meet with tennis majors
The four Grand Slams used the Laver Cup in London as an opportunity to meet, with six men and six women named to the player panel.
Denmark send injured Dorgu back to Man United
COPENHAGEN: Manchester United’s Patrick Dorgu has been sent back from international duty after picking up an injury while playing for Denmark in their 2-0 win over Wales in the Nations League on Sunday.
I preferred my old life, says Cape Verde World Cup hero Vozinha
PRAIA: Vozinha kept clean sheets against eventual champions Spain and Saudi Arabia with his exceptional goalkeeping to help Cape Verde reach the World Cup round of 32 this year, but the 40-year-old feels powerless to cope with the intense attention that fame has brought his way.
Mancini says 'double contract' during Man City tenure 'not my concern'
MANCHESTER: Roberto Mancini, who led Manchester City to their first top-flight title in over four decades in 2012, has brushed aside concerns over a “double contract” the Italian is alleged to have had in his four-year spell as the Premier League club’s manager.
With Messi, Ronaldo and Alcaraz among its fans, padel debuts at Asian Games aiming for Olympics
NAGOYA, Sept 28 — Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Carlos Alcaraz are all obsessed with it, and yesterday the f...
BMF says organising teams ready for Bahrain F1 Grand Prix at Sepang
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 28 — The Bahrain Motor Federation’s (BMF) organising teams are fully prepared for the For...
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