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Rafael Nadal, winner of 22 Grand Slam titles, has announced his return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International in Australia, scheduled for January. Nadal revealed his comeback plans through a social media video, expressing his readiness to compete again after a year’s break. The 37-year-old Spanish tennis star has been off the tour circuit since last January due to …

On her X platform account, Lebanese trap shooter Ray Bassil recently posted about her successful campaign at the Asian Shooting Championship 2023. Clinching a gold medal, Bassil outperformed competitors from South Korea and China. This remarkable achievement has not only highlighted her skill but also earned her a spot in the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, providing her with an …

Having demonstrated exceptional performance in karting championships in Lebanon and the UAE, Stephanie Hobeika recently took part in the Iame Ladies Cup, a prestigious women’s racing event in France. Her participation came as a direct result of an invitation from a prominent British race organizer, recognizing her impressive racing skills and speed. In this global competition, Stephanie distinguished herself as …

A sophisticated chip embedded in a gyroscope within a soccer ball transmits data 500 times each second to pinpoint the exact moment it is kicked. This “kick point” technology is critical for match officials in making accurate offside decisions. They utilize multiple camera angles to generate three-dimensional visualizations that track player movements. UEFA has recognized the value of this “connected …

The Palestinian national football team is set to commence their journey in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers in Asia. Their first match will be against Lebanon, held in Sharjah due to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas affecting the region. Initially, the match was planned to be in Beirut, with Palestine then hosting Australia. However, the conflict following the …

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has immediately suspended Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). This decision, as reported by ESPNcricinfo, comes in reaction to what the ICC perceives as significant governmental intrusion into the management of SLC, leading to the dissolution of the nation’s cricket board. In a statement, the ICC expressed that the decision to suspend SLC was made after determining …

Saudi Arabia is poised to host the 2034 Men’s World Cup following Australia’s withdrawal from the bid, a move that aligns with FIFA’s preferences and elevates the oil-rich nation’s global sports profile. The Australian football federation, assessing various factors, opted not to participate in the bidding process for the 2034 World Cup. This decision effectively leaves Saudi Arabia as the …

Tottenham Hotspur’s James Maddison is set to be sidelined until January due to an ankle injury, as confirmed by manager Ange Postecoglou. The 26-year-old midfielder, consequently, has had to withdraw from the England national team for the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifying matches in November. Maddison suffered the injury during Tottenham’s 4-1 Premier League loss to Chelsea this Monday. Reflecting on …