Dutch withdrawal is the latest in a number of boycotts by countries unhappy about Israel’s inclusion.
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Plan to put funding under direct control has sparked widespread opposition, with critics fearing political interference.
Marketa Vondrousova, who won Wimbledon in 2023, was issued a four year suspension after she refused to submit a sample.
Seven-time MotoGP world champion reduces title leader Marco Bezzecchi’s points lead after the Italian was suspended.
Teboho Mokoena equalises through a late penalty to salvage a draw for South Africa in their Group A clash with Czechia.
World Cup Day 8 featuring Mexico vs South Korea, Canada vs Qatar and the latest tournament talking points.
After losing their opening group matches, both teams need a victory to keep knockout hopes alive.
Lyles clocks 14.67 seconds, edges Dambile of South Africa for gold while Australian teenager Gout Gout finishes third.
From criticism over water breaks to red cards galore, here’s all the buzz from the opening day of the World Cup.
Second-half goals by Oh Hyeon-gyu and Hwang In-beom steered South Korea to a win over Czechia in a Group A encounter.
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