F1 analysis: The rise of Kimi Antonelli from teenage prodigy to Formula One title contender

F1 analysis: The rise of Kimi Antonelli from teenage prodigy to Formula One title contender

Just 19 years old, Kimi Antonelli has emerged as Formula One's dominant force in 2026, transforming from one of motorsport's brightest prospects into a genuine world championship contender.

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Springboks fixtures explained: The biggest challenges facing South Africa in 2026
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Springboks fixtures explained: The biggest challenges facing South Africa in 2026

The Springboks enter a landmark 2026 season featuring two new international competitions, a four-match series against New Zealand and the inaugural Nations Championship as Rassie Erasmus begins refining his plans for the 2027 Rugby World Cup.

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Which countries have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026?

Which countries have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature a record 48 teams, making it the largest edition of the tournament in history.

Hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, the competition begins on June 11 and introduces a new format featuring 12 groups and 104 matches.

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MMA analysis: Ilia Topuria's rise explained - How the UFC lightweight champion became one of the sport’s biggest stars
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MMA analysis: Ilia Topuria's rise explained - How the UFC lightweight champion became one of the sport’s biggest stars

Few fighters have risen through the UFC ranks as quickly and emphatically as Ilia Topuria.

Still unbeaten as a professional, the UFC lightweight champion has built his reputation on a rare combination of knockout power, technical boxing, elite grappling and unwavering self-belief.

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