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Hungry Springboks target redemption in Wellington clash with All Blacks

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Kwagga Smith says the Springboks are fired up to bounce back from their narrow 24-17 defeat at Eden Park as they prepare for Saturday’s Rugby Championship rematch ...

Max Verstappen storms to record-breaking pole at Monza

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Max Verstappen smashed the Monza lap record to take pole for the Italian Grand Prix, edging out Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in a dramatic qualifying session. ...

Sinner and Alcaraz set for US Open showdown as Sabalenka defends title

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Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will renew their growing rivalry in Sunday’s US Open men’s final, with both the trophy and world No. 1 ranking on the line. Their ...

Springboks entirely focused ahead of historic Eden Park clash

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Assistant coach Mzwandile Stick and stand-in captain Jesse Kriel say the Springboks are focused on form, not history, as they prepare to face the All Blacks at Eden ...

Latsha takes on captain’s role as Bok Women reshuffle for France

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The Springbok Women will field a reshuffled side for Sunday’s Rugby World Cup clash against France, with Babalwa Latsha captaining a line-up that includes several ...

Women’s US Open final locked in as men’s semis take centre stage

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Amanda Anisimova outlasted Naomi Osaka to reach her first US Open final, where she’ll face defending champion Aryna Sabalenka. And Friday’s action turns to the men’s ...

How mathematics homework stopped a ninja

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As a child, homework felt like punishment and maths seemed pointless – especially for an aspiring ninja. Decades later, the irony hit: mathematics wasn’t about numbers, ...

Semi-final stakes high as Griquas face Lions in Joburg

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Griquas take on the Lions in Johannesburg on Saturday in a match that could decide their Currie Cup semi-final destiny. Victory will guarantee the Kimberley side ...

South Africa’s pride to be tested on rugby and cricket’s biggest stages

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It’s a bumper weekend for SA fans: the Bok Women chase momentum against France, the Springboks face the All Blacks at Eden Park, and the Proteas look to clinch their ...

Top 10, quarter-finals, first Italy win – Springbok Women break barriers

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Libbie Janse van Rensburg says the Springbok Women are aiming higher after their landmark win over Italy booked a World Cup quarter-final place and secured a top-10 ...

US Open drama: Novak battles crowd, Sabalenka rights old wrongs

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A fiery Novak Djokovic outlasted Taylor Fritz to reach yet another semi-final, while world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka gained sweet revenge on Leylah Fernandez in a thrilling ...

Proteas test England in first ODI after Australian series triumph

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South Africa, fresh from a 2-1 series win in Australia, take on England at Headingley with debutant Sonny Baker and returning quicks Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse ...

Ogier turns heartbreak into heroics as Toyota dominates in Paraguay

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Sébastien Ogier turned a 36-second early setback into a masterclass comeback to win the inaugural Rally del Paraguay, leading a Toyota one-two finish that extended ...

Sinner, Osaka and Djokovic shine as US Open quarter-final lineup takes shape

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Jannik Sinner crushed Alexander Bublik in straight sets, Naomi Osaka stunned Coco Gauff, and Novak Djokovic advanced as the US Open’s top stars powered into the ...

Griquas crush Cheetahs in Bloemfontein to seize Currie Cup top spot

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The Suzuki Griquas stormed to the top of the Carling Currie Cup log with a dominant 40-10 victory over the Cheetahs in Bloemfontein. The win, their fifth in a row, ...

Springbok Women reshuffle backline for must-win Rugby World Cup clash with Italy

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The Springbok Women face Italy in a decisive Rugby World Cup clash on Sunday, with tactical backline changes aimed at countering the Italians' kicking game. Victory ...

Piastri on pole as McLaren lock out front row for Dutch GP at Zandvoort

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Oscar Piastri stormed to pole at Zandvoort with a track-record lap, edging teammate Lando Norris as McLaren secured a front-row lockout for the 2025 Dutch Grand ...

Springbok Women’s ‘Bomb Squad’ brings energy ahead of Italy clash

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South Africa’s play-off chances rest on Sunday’s meeting with Italy, where the Bok Women hope their trademark bench power will tip the balance in their favour.

Tony Brown: Springboks aim to end 88-year Eden Park hoodoo against All Blacks

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Springbok assistant coach Tony Brown expresses excitement as the team gears up to confront the All Blacks at Eden Park, aiming to break an 88-year losing streak ...

Derby showdown: Cheetahs eye home semi, Griquas out to crash Bloemfontein party

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With just two rounds left, the Cheetahs and Griquas meet in a central derby that could decide home semi-final places in the 2025 Currie Cup.

Is that a bandit in my bathroom mirror?

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From jaywalking to using our smartphone while driving, many of us bend small rules daily without a second thought. They may seem harmless, but they reveal how casually ...

Springboks settle in Auckland ahead of back-to-back All Blacks Tests

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The Springboks arrived in Auckland on Wednesday, preparing for back-to-back Rugby Championship matches against the All Blacks on September 6 and 13. Coach Rassie ...

Victories, milestones and final farewells at Flushing Meadows

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The 2025 US Open has started with strong wins, historic breakthroughs, and career finales. Aryna Sabalenka and Emma Raducanu progressed in the women’s draw, while ...

Max Verstappen faces crucial home race at Zandvoort

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Max Verstappen returns from the summer break under pressure as he prepares for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort. With title hopes fading and Red Bull’s struggles ...

F1 enters a new era: Audi factory team and Cadillac join 2026 grid

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As the Formula 1 season revs back to life, the stage is set for a thrilling transformation with Audi and Cadillac joining the grid in 2026, promising to reshape ...