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FIFA has implemented grand slam seeding to protect the tournament’s star teams at the 2026 World Cup. Spain, Argentina, France, and England will be placed in separate brackets using tennis-inspired …

The European playoff draw for the 2026 World Cup has created a mix of optimism and anxiety for Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. Each nation faces its …

South Africa overcame a costly mid-innings collapse, which was “all of it down to batter error,” thanks to the individual heroics of their captain, Laura Wolvaardt. Her 169 steered them …

Manager Henrik Pedersen gave a mixed verdict on Sheffield Wednesday’s administration, calling it a “sad situation” that “can also still be a good day.” The club was docked 12 points, …

Emily Scarratt has officially retired from professional rugby at 35, concluding a 17-year international career that established her as England’s ultimate champion. The legendary centre finishes with 119 caps, 754 …

The South American football confederation, Conmebol, has been served a significant reality check regarding its World Cup ambitions. The swift and comprehensive rejection of its 64-team proposal has demonstrated the …

To secure her fourth Grand Slam title, Aryna Sabalenka had to clear one final hurdle: her own nerves and a dramatic late-match scare. Her ability to overcome this internal and …

Janice Tjen came into her match against Emma Raducanu with a box of tricks, but found herself facing an unanswerable offense. Raducanu’s relentless attacking game gave Tjen no reply, leading …

Virtual replicas of tennis courts, equipment, and playing environments enable comprehensive testing and optimization without physical constraints. Digital twin technology allows experimentation with different conditions, surfaces, and scenarios while maintaining …