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Swiatek may skip mandatory events due to packed schedule

World number two Iga Swiatek said the tennis season is too long and too intense and the smart option for her would be to cut back on her schedule for the sake of her health, even if that means skipping mandatory tournaments.

SA Minister describes FIFA’s decision on Bafana as ‘deeply regrettable’

South African Sports, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie has reacted to FIFA’s decision to deduct three points from Bafana Bafana in the World Cup qualifiers.

SA stripped of FIFA World Cup qualifying points

South Africa (SA) have been stripped of three points in their World Cup qualifying campaign for fielding an ineligible player, denting their hopes of reaching next year’s finals

 England all-rounder Chris Woakes announces international retirement

England all-rounder, Chris Woakes announced his international retirement on Monday after missing out on selection for the Ashes series starting in Australia in November

Alcaraz rallies past Ruud to book Fritz final in Japan Open

World number one Carlos Alcaraz recovered from a slow start to beat Casper Ruud 3-6 6-3 6-4 on Monday and reach the Japan Open final

North African clubs progress as Jwaneng Galaxy survive scare

Tunisia’s Etoile du Sahel and Stade Tunisien, along with Morocco’s Olympique Safi, have all advanced to the second preliminary round of the TotalEnergies African Football Confederation Cup following weekend fixtures.