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Boonsan leads Thailand to double relay gold, new SEA Games record

Thai sprinter Purupol Boonsan helped set a new SEA Games record in the men's 4x100m relay, securing his second sprint treble. Both Thai men's and women's teams won their relay events, marking a successful day for Thailand in athletics.

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Weightlifter wins record-breaking gold at Southeast Asian Games

Indonesian weightlifter Rizki Juniansyah has broken two world records, taking gold in the men’s 79-kilogram category at the 2025 Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.

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Sprinters shine in Bangkok track meet

Athletes from Thailand, Singapore, and Vietnam delivered standout performances in sprint and distance events at a major athletics meet in Bangkok. Multiple athletes secured double titles, and Vietnam excelled in the relays.

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Khoi Man advances to WTT finals after Sun Yingxia retires with injury

Khoi Man progressed to the WTT women's final in Hong Kong after top seed Sun Yingxia retired due to a left ankle injury. Khoi will face Wang Manyu, who won her semi-final in straight sets.

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Trump criticizes NIL era, warns of risks to college sports, Olympics

President Trump has voiced strong criticism of the current Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) system in college sports, warning it threatens university finances and America's Olympic prospects. He suggested federal intervention may be neces...

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Chinese pairs excel in dramatic WTT finals at Hong Kong Coliseum

The WTT finals in Hong Kong featured intense matches, with China's Wang Chuqin and Sun Yingsha winning a close doubles contest and Quai Man advancing to the women's singles semifinals after a comeback.

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Philippines sets new records with double gold at Southeast Asian Games

The Philippines secured two gold medals in athletics at the Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok, highlighted by Jonkabang Tolentino's record-breaking run in the men's 110m hurdles. Other standout performances included Indonesia's Aulia Dina...

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Grace Wong breaks multiple records at SEA Games

Grace Wong broke her own record and secured her third consecutive SEA Games gold in the women's hammer throw, delivering Malaysia's first athletics gold medal of the 2025 Games in Bangkok.

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Boonsan breaks 10-se barrier as Perera defends sprint title in Bangkok

Thailand's Purupal Boonsan set a new Southeast Asian record in the men's 100 meters, while Singapore's Shanti Perera retained her women's title at a historic athletics meet in Bangkok.

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How a 'bee run' is creating a buzz in Uganda

The Kampala Bee Run raises awareness about the importance of pollinators - like bees - for biodiversity. And encourages people to protect them. Plus, it’s fun!

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Kenya dominates at Valencia Marathon

It was a clean sweep for Kenya at the 45th Valencia Marathon on Sunday - as runners John Korir and Joyciline Jepkosgei dominated the competition.

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Kenyan runners dominate Valencia marathon

Kenyan athletes secured victories in both men's and women's races at the Valencia marathon, with Joykilin Jepkoskay setting a new women's course record.

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Beloved father-son triathletes face a frightening new challenge

Beloved father-son triathletes Jeff and Johnny Agar are getting back in the saddle months after Jeff faced a near-fatal diagnosis. In June, at just 62 years old, Jeff underwent triple bypass surgery. David Begnaud has more on the story f...

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Celebrating National Take a Hike Day

In celebration of National Take a Hike Day, Heather Klein Olson of the American Hiking Society joins the AccuWeather Network to encourage viewers to go outdoors while offering crucial hiking tips.

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The marathon of life: three lessons running can teach us

Ange States runs…a lot. Earlier this month, she completed her fourth marathon. That’s a lot of hours spent pounding the pavement! For States, the long runs and training sessions not only made her a stronger runner - they’ve taught her va...

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Kenya's Kilimo and Ethiopia's Aderra win Istanbul Marathon

The 47th edition of the Istanbul Marathon took place on Sunday and included 41,000 participants.

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Man running NYC Marathon two years after getting heart transplant

Derek Lindstrom is set to run the New York City Marathon two years after getting a heart transplant. Lindstrom joined CBS News with Harboring Hearts CEO Erin Taylor with more on their journey.

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South African rowing team to makes history in Boston regatta

It is the first time an all-Black African team will take part at the Head of the Charles Regatta, the largest three-day event in the world.

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From ballet to biomechanics

A Northern Irish startup is helping athletes to better understand their bodies. Its wearable device measures real-time movement data and supports intelligent and safe training.

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Historic Day in Lima as Latin Judo shines bright at Grand Prix

The opening day of the first-ever Lima Judo Grand Prix brought unforgettable moments. Chile’s Mary Dee Vargas Ley claimed her nation’s first Grand Prix gold, while Brazil, France, and Israel also triumphed. Peru’s Brillith Gamarra made h...

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Indigenous Raramuri compete Mexico’s Copper Canyon race

It's one of the world’s most demanding ultra marathons, in the mountains of Mexico's Copper Canyon. The area is home to the Raramuri tribe, considered some of the best natural runners in the world.

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Caster Semenya ends seven-year legal fight over sex eligibility rules

South African Olympic champion runner Caster Semenya is ending a seven-year legal challenge against sex eligibility rules in track and field. Her lawyer said that they won’t be taking her appeal back to the Swiss Supreme Court, despite v...

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Heavyweights shine as Qingdao Grand Prix concludes

The final day of the 2025 Qingdao Grand Prix saw Astemir Abazov, Audrey Tcheumeo, Niiaz Bilalov, Hyeonji Lee, and Gonchigsuren Batkhuyag claim gold in thrilling matches, thrilling fans and closing the event with unforgettable judo action...

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Collen Kebinatshipi leads Botswana to glory in men's 400m final

In a thrilling conclusion to the men's 400m final at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Botswana's 21-year-old Collen Kebinatshipi made history, becoming the first athlete from his country to win a world title in a men's event.

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Letsile Tebogo qualifies for 200m semi-finals in Tokyo championships

Botswana's Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo secured his spot in the men's 200-meter semi-finals at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on Wednesday, clocking 20.18 seconds to finish second in his heat behind reigning world champion...

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Kenya's Kipyegon makes history with fourth 1,500m title

Faith Kipyegon finished in 3 minutes, 52.15 seconds for a nearly three-second win over another Kenyan, Dorcus Ewoi. Kipyegon joins the great Moroccan, Hicham El Guerrouj, as only the second runner to win four world titles at 1,500 meters.

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B-boy ready to 'make history' at Olympics breakdancing debut

Philip Kim aka B-Boy Phil Wizard, who will compete in the Olympics’ breakdancing competition, said he and his fellow breakers are “making history” as their sport makes a debut on the world’s greatest stage.

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Ten days to Paris 2024 Olympics

There are just ten days to go until the opening ceremony in Paris. Volunteers from all over France are giving their time free of charge to help make the games an event to remember.

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Kenya's professional marathoners impacted by travel bans

Many of the world's best long-distance runners come from the hilly highlands of western Kenya. But the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of events around the world. It has been devastating for the communities that depend ...

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