Sports Humbert beats Khachanov in Hamburg thriller and reaches ATP clay-court quarterfinals Ugo Humbert defeated Karen Khachanov 6-3, 3-6, 7-6(3) in the round of 16 at the ATP tournament in Hamburg. The Frenchman survived the fifth seed’s comeback and secured a clay-court quarterfinal place after a decisive tie-break May 21, 2026 at 7:38 AM · Sports desk
Sports Narváez wins stage 11 of the 2026 Giro d’Italia as Eulálio keeps the pink jersey after Chiavari breakaway Jhonatan Narváez won stage 11 of the 2026 Giro d’Italia from Porcari to Chiavari, beating Enric Mas in the finale. Afonso Eulálio kept the pink jersey, while the demanding Ligurian route, shaped by climbs and a coastal finish, rewarded the breakaway and confirmed Narváez’s impressive form in the race May 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM · Sports desk
Sports Aston Villa’s Europa League trophy after 3-0 victory over Freiburg in the final at Beşiktaş Park Aston Villa won the Europa League with a 3-0 victory over Freiburg in Istanbul, where Unai Emery’s side controlled the decisive moments of the final. Freiburg missed out on a first European trophy, while Villa returned to the list of UEFA competition winners after a long wait May 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM · Sports desk
Sports Sweden crush Slovenia 6-0 at the Ice Hockey World Championship in Fribourg Sweden defeated Slovenia 6-0 at BCF Arena in Fribourg in Group B of the Ice Hockey World Championship. Lucas Raymond and Jacob de la Rose scored twice each, while Arvid Söderblom kept a shutout in a dominant performance by Tre Kronor May 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM · Sports desk
Sports USA beat Germany 4-3 in shootout at Ice Hockey World Championship in Zurich The United States defeated Germany 4-3 after a shootout at Swiss Life Arena in Zurich in Group A of the Ice Hockey World Championship. Ryan Leonard scored the decisive shot in a tense game in which Germany led twice, Moritz Seider opened the scoring, and the defending champions avoided defeat late in regulation May 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM · Sports desk
Sports Czech Republic beats Italy 3-1 after comeback at Ice Hockey World Championship in Fribourg The Czech Republic defeated Italy 3-1 at BCF Arena in Fribourg in Group B of the Ice Hockey World Championship. Italy led through Nicholas Saracino, but Marek Alscher, Jakub Flek and Dominik Kubalik completed the Czech comeback after heavy pressure and a clear advantage in shots May 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM · Sports desk
Sports Switzerland crush Austria 9-0 at Ice Hockey Worlds in Zurich and underline strong title ambitions at home Switzerland defeated Austria 9-0 at Swiss Life Arena in Zurich and extended their perfect run at the Ice Hockey World Championship. The hosts controlled the game from the first period, with Rochette, Hischier and Riat leading the attack while Leonardo Genoni recorded a shutout May 21, 2026 at 7:22 AM · Sports desk
Sports IFMA restores Russia and Belarus in muaythai with full rights, flags and anthems at all competitions IFMA’s decision returns Russian and Belarusian athletes to international muaythai under national symbols after a period of neutral participation introduced following the invasion of Ukraine. The return of flags and anthems changes the atmosphere of future championships and marks a major shift for the combat sport May 21, 2026 at 7:21 AM · Sports desk
Sports MMS and Olympic media rights for sub-Saharan Africa, free broadcasts from Dakar 2026 to Brisbane 2032 The agreement between MMS and the IOC opens a new chapter for Olympic broadcasts in sub-Saharan Africa. The rights package from Dakar 2026 to Brisbane 2032 includes free-to-view coverage, the Youth Olympic Games in Senegal and both Summer and Winter Olympic events for a wide regional audience May 21, 2026 at 7:11 AM · Sports desk
Sports Jon Jones in a boxing ring in Russia: IBA targets major bout for former UFC champion against Ngannou The International Boxing Association wants to stage a professional boxing bout for Jon Jones in Russia. The former UFC champion and IBA Bare Knuckle ambassador is expected to discuss a possible appearance, with Francis Ngannou and Daniel Cormier named as the most prominent potential opponents May 21, 2026 at 7:11 AM · Sports desk
Sports Samsung Galaxy and LA28: Connected Olympic and Paralympic Games from Milano Cortina to Los Angeles 2028 Samsung strengthened its Olympic technology story after Milano Cortina 2026 as attention turns to LA28. Galaxy devices for athletes, AI tools, Victory Selfie moments, mobile broadcast cameras and connected fan experiences are becoming key elements ahead of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games May 21, 2026 at 7:11 AM · Sports desk
Sports Ghana urges urgent funding release for athletes before the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow The Ghana Olympic Committee has warned that approved funding for the 2026 Commonwealth Games has still not been released as athletes prepare for Glasgow. Richard Akpokavie is calling on the government to act quickly so competitors, coaches and para sport teams can complete their final preparations May 21, 2026 at 7:10 AM · Sports desk