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Oyedeji issues warning after D’Tigress’ World Cup exit

Former D’Tigers captain Olumide Oyedeji calls for urgent action after D’Tigress’ early exit from the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup in Berlin. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyedeji-issues-warning-after-dtigress-world-cup-exit/

Abiodun heartbroken after season-ending injury

Super Falcons midfielder Deborah Abiodun has been ruled out for the rest of the NWSL season after suffering a season-ending injury with Washington Spirit. Read More: https://punchng.com/abiodun-heartbroken-after-season-ending-injury/

Iheanacho’s scoring spree lights up Turkey

Super Eagles striker Kelechi Iheanacho is the top scorer in Turkey, netting eight goals in six games for his new club Bursaspor. Read about his record run. Read More: https://punchng.com/iheanachos-scoring-spree-lights-up-turkey/

NCAA issuing new guidance to establish 'standard timing protocol' in wake of U-M controversy

The NCAA is establishing a new standard timing protocol moving forward in the wake of the controversial decision to award Michigan an extra second despite the broadcast clock showing zeroes.

Ajayi deserves plaudits for Hull’s EPL start – Ikpeba

Victor Ikpeba praises Super Eagles defender Semi Ajayi for his role in Hull City’s impressive start to the new Premier League season. Read more. Read More: https://punchng.com/ajayi-deserves-plaudits-for-hulls-epl-start-ikpeba/

Lebanese army intensifies operations in Nabatieh following Israeli airstrikes

According to its statement, the troops had earlier been deployed across all areas of southern Lebanon not occupied by Israel "to reassure residents"

Northern Maraians' Lee after US Open debut: 'I can compete at this level'

Northern Mariana Islands tennis standout Carol Lee says her biggest takeaway from her US Open main-draw debut is knowing she can compete at Grand Slam level.

Pegula reaches third successive US Open semi-final, sets up Sabalenka rematch

Pegula reaches third straight US Open semifinal

Judge returns for Yankees, goes 0-3 in opener vs. Rockies

New York outfielder Aaron Judge, out since May 31, made his long-awaited return from a fractured rib on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies, going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts and a fly out before being removed in the sixth inning with the…

Dillon Jones joins 76ers: How could the Knicks champion help LeBron James?

Dillon Jones signed a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 deal with the Philadelphia 76ers this week, giving the 24-year-old forward a shot at a roster spot after winning back-to-back titles with Oklahoma City and the New York Knicks. His numbers on…

Tiafoe dreaming bigger in latest US Open semi-final berth