Kenyan world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi will be the sole representative of Kenya's reigning world champions at the inaugural Ultimate Championships in Budapest, Hungary, starting Friday.

• Emmanuel Wanyonyi carries the hopes of Kenya in the 800m specialty, aiming for glory and a share of the Sh9 million winner's prize money.
• Other notable Kenyan athletes competing include former world champion Timothy Cheruiyot and world silver medallist Jacob Krop.
• Several prominent Kenyan athletes, including Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon, are absent due to injuries or maternity leave.

Kenya has announced a strong team to represent the country at the upcoming All Africa Golf Team Championship in Hammamet, Tunisia next month.

• The initial squad includes Adel Balala and John Kamais, with two wild-card selections to be made after the Diani Beach Masters.
• The Kenya Golf Union (KGU) commended the selected players for their stellar performances in the 2026 KGU competitive calendar.
• KGU Vice Chairman Jonathan Marucha emphasized that continuous performance on the national circuit is the primary criterion for elite selection.

China's teenage basketball sensation, Zhang Ziyu, stands at an astonishing 223cm (7ft 4in), drawing comparisons to NBA legends and earning praise from stars like Caitlin Clark.

• Zhang Ziyu, a 19-year-old player, is making waves at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup.
• She has been described by teammate Han Xu as "just a little girl" off the court, despite her imposing height.
• Her exceptional size has led to discussions about her potential future in leagues like the WNBA.