ProTouch Sports Africa News - Page 14

• June 28, 2024
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Renowned racing driver Lizzy Musi, known for her role in the Discovery Channel's Street Outlaws: No Prep Kings, has passed away at the age of 33 following a courageous fight with breast cancer. Lizzy, who grew up in a racing family and was inspired by her father, Pat Musi, became a trailblazer for young female racers. Despite her public battle with stage 4 triple-negative breast cancer, she sadly succumbed to the disease on June 27.

• June 28, 2024
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The United States Men's National Team (USMNT) will face off against Panama in the second group stage match of the 2024 Copa América at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. A win could secure their advancement to the quarterfinals. Key players include Captain Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams.

• June 26, 2024
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The Tour de France and professional cycling could benefit from adopting American sports league structures, enhancing stability and prosperity. Currently managed by Ama Sport Organisation (ASO), the annual event will start on a Saturday. Introducing private equity and centralized governance could mirror successful American leagues like the NFL and NBA, fostering growth and efficiency within the sport.

• June 25, 2024
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This article charts the captivating yet contentious saga of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks. From his beginnings as a skilled computer programmer in Australia to his high-stakes legal battles involving espionage charges, Assange's life is a testament to the clash between transparency and secrecy in the digital age.

• June 24, 2024
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Hungary's forward Barnabas Varga was stretchered off following a disturbing collision with Scotland's goalkeeper and defender during the EURO 2024 group stage match. The incident prompted immediate medical attention and left Varga motionless on the ground, causing visible distress among players. The match was at a crucial stage, with both teams seeking a decisive goal.

• June 24, 2024
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India's women's cricket team completed a clean sweep of the ODI series against South Africa with a six-wicket victory at Bengaluru. Scoring a series-high 343 runs, Smriti Mandhana led India to a dominant 3-0 win. Captain Harmanpreet Kaur added a supportive 42 runs before Richa Ghosh sealed the game with a straight six.

• June 22, 2024
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Kehinde Bankole discusses her role in the film 'Funmilayo and Her Women,' emphasizing the power of women's unity and collective action. She reflects on Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti's influential leadership and praises the collaboration with fellow actresses, highlighting the enduring strength of women supporting each other.

• June 21, 2024
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Follow the live updates of the exciting Euro 2024 qualifier between Poland and Austria. Discover key players in Austria's squad, spanning clubs like Inter and Red Bull Salzburg. Get comprehensive coverage and analysis of the match as it unfolds.

• June 20, 2024
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The Euro 2024 tournament heats up as Italy and Spain prepare for a highly anticipated clash following strong performances in earlier matches. England vs. Denmark sees a tight halftime score, with England leading despite Denmark's domination. Croatia and Albania's 2-2 draw keeps both teams in knockout contention. England fans faced logistical issues at the Arena AufSchalke. Italy and Spain's coaches share a confident outlook for their teams.

• June 19, 2024
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The second ODI match in the South Africa Women's tour of India 2024 is underway at Ekana Cricket Stadium in Lucknow. India Women batted first, scoring 244 runs in 50 overs, with notable performances from Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma. South Africa Women, chasing 245, were 96/2 in 24.4 overs at the last update. The match is live-streaming on Disney+ Hotstar.

• June 18, 2024
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The Premier League fixture list for the 2024-25 season has been revealed, with Manchester City starting their title defense against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The season promises thrilling matches with key encounters such as Manchester United vs Liverpool and the first meeting of last season's top two, City and Arsenal. Newly-promoted teams Ipswich Town, Leicester City, and Southampton also face tough challenges.

• June 17, 2024
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Manchester United and Arsenal are preparing to compete with Bayern Munich for Paris Saint-Germain's talented midfielder Xavi Simons. The Dutch player recently impressed during his loan spell at RB Leipzig. With PSG indecisive about his future, the door is open for other top clubs to make their move.