Daniel Dubois withdraws from title defense against Joseph Parker due to illness
World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Dubois has withdrawn from his scheduled title defense against Joseph Parker on Saturday after falling ill. The 27-year-old, who holds the IBF title, underwent a medical examination in Saudi Arabia and missed a scheduled press conference, leading to the decision to pull out. His health status remains undisclosed. Joseph Parker, now set to face Congolese fighter Martin...
NBA suspends Bobby Portis for 25 games after failed drug test
Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis Jr. has been handed a 25-game suspension without pay after testing positive for Tramadol, a banned painkiller. The NBA confirmed the violation, ruling him out until April 8, just before the end of the regular season. His absence comes at a critical time as the Bucks push for playoff positioning. Portis, 30, admitted to the...
Kurt Okraku visits family of late Asante Kotoko fan Nana Pooley
President of the Ghana Football Association Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku paid a heartfelt visit to the family of late Asante Kotoko supporter Yaw Frimpong, known as “Nana Pooley,” in Kumasi on Thursday. His visit was a show of solidarity, offering condolences and support during a painful time for the grieving family. Mr. Okraku’s visit to the family home was deeply emotional,...
Lehecka shocks Alcaraz to reach Doha semi-finals
Jiri Lehecka produced the biggest win of his career, stunning world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz 6-3, 3-6, 6-4 to book his place in the Qatar ExxonMobil Open semi-finals. The Czech star showcased fearless aggression, overpowering Alcaraz from the baseline and rallying from 2-4 down in the final set to seal a statement victory. Lehecka’s powerful serves and pinpoint groundstrokes dictated...
Kurt Okraku demands action over killing of Kotoko fan
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kurt Edwin Simeon-Okraku, has called for justice following the tragic killing of Asante Kotoko supporter Yaw Frimpong, known as Nana Pooley. During a visit to the club’s Interim Management Committee and supporters’ leadership in Kumasi, he expressed his condolences and condemned the brutal act. Simeon-Okraku urged anyone with information about the incident in Nsoatre to...
Rublev fends off De Minaur in Qatar Open quarter-final
Andrey Rublev’s journey to the Qatar ExxonMobil Open semi-finals was anything but straightforward. The former Doha champion overcame second seed Alex de Minaur in a dramatic 6-1, 3-6, 7-6(8) victory, saving a match point and squandering seven of his own before sealing the win. The match, lasting two hours and 37 minutes, tested Rublev’s resilience as he fought off...
Coca-Cola extends partnership with FIFA for 2025 Club World Cup
The Coca-Cola Company is thrilled to continue its collaboration by supporting the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup 2025 as an official partner. Fans of the 32 top-performing clubs from around the globe can expect exclusive experiences and activations as Coca-Cola engages audiences in US cities and worldwide during this historic tournament, set to take place in June and July 2025. The...
Gov’t approves 10% Public Sector pay raise, begins March 1
The government has approved a 10% wage increase for public sector workers following a successful meeting between the President and Labour Union. This raise in wages, marks the second wage adjustment in less than a year. The latest pay rise follows a significant 23% salary adjustment in 2024, which was aimed at cushioning workers against rising living costs. President Mahama personally...
Luis Rubiales found guilty of sexual assault in Jenni Hermoso incident
Spain's former football federation president, Luis Rubiales, has been convicted of sexual assault after kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent. Rubiales resigned in September 2023 amid increasing pressure, following a suspension by FIFA and a formal investigation by Spanish prosecutors. The High Court in Spain has ordered him to pay a fine of €10,800 (£8,942). Rubiales was acquitted of coercion...
Clara Tauson storms into Dubai semi-finals after beating Noskova
Clara Tauson’s remarkable week in Dubai shows no signs of slowing down. A day after stunning world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, the Danish star backed up her breakthrough win with another impressive performance, defeating Linda Noskova 7-6, 6-4 to book her spot in the semi-finals of the WTA 1000 event. Tauson, 21, is enjoying the best run of her career...
