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Kenya ready to defend regional karate title

Kenya is poised to defend its title at the UFAK Region East Africa Karate Championships, commencing tomorrow at Nyayo Gymnasium. Further, Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team is set to face tough competition in the second leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship in Valladolid, Spain, renewing rivalries with South Africa and Australia. Moreover, top riders are set to compete in the second Kenya Polo Association (KPA) tournament of the year at Timau Sports Club starting Friday afternoon.

Kenya ready to defend regional karate title

Kenya ready to defend regional karate title

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Shujaa renew rivalry with South Africa

Shujaa renew rivalry with South Africa

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Top players determined to leave a mark at second KPA tournament

Top players determined to leave a mark at second KPA tournament

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Impressive Shujaa narrowly lose to Australia in Valladolid 7s opener

Impressive Shujaa narrowly lose to Australia in Valladolid 7s opener

Kenya Sevens, known as Shujaa, narrowly lost their opening match at the Valladolid Sevens to Australia in sudden death, with the final score of 15-10.

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When a friend becomes a foe

When a friend becomes a foe

Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique, former teammates and disciples of Pep Guardiola, will face each other as rival coaches in the Champions League final, a clash fueled by a shared past at Barcelona and an intense pursuit of excellence.

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Kenya ready to defend regional karate title

Kenya ready to defend regional karate title

Kenya is poised to defend its title at the UFAK Region East Africa Karate Championships, commencing tomorrow at Nyayo Gymnasium.

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Shujaa renew rivalry with South Africa

Shujaa renew rivalry with South Africa

Kenya's Shujaa rugby sevens team is set to face tough competition in the second leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship in Valladolid, Spain, renewing rivalries with South Africa and Australia.

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Top players determined to leave a mark at second KPA tournament

Top players determined to leave a mark at second KPA tournament

Top riders are set to compete in the second Kenya Polo Association (KPA) tournament of the year at Timau Sports Club starting Friday afternoon.

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Sinner 'hits wall' as French Open bid collapses

Sinner 'hits wall' as French Open bid collapses

World number one Jannik Sinner experienced a shocking second-round exit at the French Open, collapsing after holding a commanding lead against Juan Manuel Cerundolo.

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Iran expects FIFA to facilitate multi-entry visa to US for team

Iran expects FIFA to facilitate multi-entry visa to US for team

Iran's football federation expects FIFA to secure multiple-entry visas to the United States for their national team ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

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Beijing World standards set for elite-only entry field

Beijing World standards set for elite-only entry field

Strict new qualifying standards have been set for the 2027 Beijing World Championships, significantly lowering times for direct entry and making it harder for many athletes to qualify.

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Sharks face nervous final day as Ulinzi move closer to safety

Sharks face nervous final day as Ulinzi move closer to safety

The relegation battle in the SportPesa Premier League will go down to the wire on the final day, as Kariobangi Sharks face a precarious position while Ulinzi Stars secured crucial points.

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Wanjala eyes top prize in Nakuru

Wanjala eyes top prize in Nakuru

Darter Pascal Wanjala is set to compete in the Sirwa Darts Circuit Matchplay Two in Nakuru this Saturday, aiming for a top prize following a strong showing at the Africa Continental Tour in Mombasa.

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Lionesses tear Madagascar apart to set up South Africa final

Lionesses tear Madagascar apart to set up South Africa final

The Kenya Lionesses secured a dominant 57-0 victory over Madagascar, setting up a thrilling Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division final against defending champions South Africa.

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Champions Gor held by Mara Sugar as Ulinzi Stars move closer to safety

Champions Gor held by Mara Sugar as Ulinzi Stars move closer to safety

Newly crowned SportPesa Premier League champions Gor Mahia were held to a 0-0 draw by Mara Sugar, while Ulinzi Stars moved closer to safety with a crucial win.

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Djokovic fights through at French Open, Rybakina dumped out

Djokovic fights through at French Open, Rybakina dumped out

Novak Djokovic advanced to the third round of the French Open after a tough four-set victory, while second seed Elena Rybakina made a surprising exit.

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Hakimi, Diaz headline Morocco's World Cup squad

Hakimi, Diaz headline Morocco's World Cup squad

Achraf Hakimi and Brahim Diaz are among the prominent names headlining the Morocco squad for the upcoming World Cup, as announced by the team's coach Mohamed Ouahbi.

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How religion inspires Kenya's record-breaking athletes

How religion inspires Kenya's record-breaking athletes

Kenyan record-breaking athletes often draw inspiration and strength from their religious faith, seeking divine intervention alongside rigorous training for major competitions.

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Fifa rescues FKF boss as leadership war deepens

Fifa rescues FKF boss as leadership war deepens

Fifa has intervened in a leadership dispute within the Football Kenya Federation (FKF), rejecting attempts by some National Executive Committee (NEC) members to suspend FKF president Hussein Mohammed.

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FIFA reveals 48 World Cup team base training sites

FIFA reveals 48 World Cup team base training sites

FIFA has announced the 48 team base training sites for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, hosted across the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

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Man United captain Fernandes hits back at Keane over 'lie'

Man United captain Fernandes hits back at Keane over 'lie'

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has strongly refuted accusations by former player Roy Keane, stating that Keane misrepresented his comments regarding individual records.

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Kenya Lionesses hunt second win against Madagascar in Rugby Africa Cup

Kenya Lionesses hunt second win against Madagascar in Rugby Africa Cup

The Kenya Lionesses are aiming for their second consecutive win in the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division when they face Madagascar on Wednesday at RFUEA Grounds.

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Reprieve as champions Gor Mahia to play Mara Sugar in Homa Bay

Reprieve as champions Gor Mahia to play Mara Sugar in Homa Bay

Newly crowned SportPesa Premier League champions Gor Mahia have been granted a reprieve, with their postponed match against Mara Sugar now cleared to be played in Homa Bay this Wednesday.

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FIFA rejects suspension of FKF President Hussein Mohammed

FIFA rejects suspension of FKF President Hussein Mohammed

FIFA has rejected an attempt by a faction of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) National Executive Committee (NEC) to suspend FKF President Hussein Mohammed and other officials, deeming the move unconstitutional.

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Why FIFA has rejected Husssein Mohammed's suspension from FKF

Why FIFA has rejected Husssein Mohammed's suspension from FKF

FIFA has rejected an attempt by a faction within the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) National Executive Committee to suspend FKF President Hussein Mohammed and other officials.

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Why we need to rethink sports sponsorship

Why we need to rethink sports sponsorship

The article argues that Corporate Kenya needs to shift its approach to sports sponsorship from short-term "photo opportunities" to long-term, decade-long partnerships.

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Gacheru steps down from WRC Safari Rally role

Gacheru steps down from WRC Safari Rally role

Charles Gacheru, CEO of the WRC Safari Rally, is stepping down from his position ahead of schedule.

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Porto Alegre is the next stop for Kipchoge after racing in the Cape Town Marathon

Porto Alegre is the next stop for Kipchoge after racing in the Cape Town Marathon

Two-time Olympic champion Eliud Kipchoge has announced his next marathon will be in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on July 12, as part of his new "Eliud Kipchoge World Tour" aimed at uniting the world through running.

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Champions Thunder and Stanbic Aces lead in the KBF Premier League standings

Champions Thunder and Stanbic Aces lead in the KBF Premier League standings

Nairobi City Thunder remains undefeated at the top of the KBF Premier League standings, while Stanbic Aces has taken the lead in the women's division.

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Gor Mahia hold off rivals to clinch league title

Gor Mahia hold off rivals to clinch league title

Gor Mahia FC has secured their record-extending 22nd SportPesa Premier League title after a resilient and consistent campaign, holding off rivals AFC Leopards with one match remaining.

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K'Ogalo crowned champions for record 22nd league title

K'Ogalo crowned champions for record 22nd league title

Gor Mahia FC has been crowned SportPesa Premier League champions for a record 22nd time after bitter rivals AFC Leopards lost 2-1 to APS Bomet.

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Top football stars set to miss FIFA World Cup 2026

Top football stars set to miss FIFA World Cup 2026

Several prominent football stars will miss the FIFA World Cup 2026 due to injuries or their nations' failure to qualify.

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Strathmore Swords finish first leg strong with victory over USIU-A Flames

Strathmore Swords finish first leg strong with victory over USIU-A Flames

The Strathmore University Swords concluded the first leg of the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Women’s Premier League with a victory over former champions USIU-A Flames, winning 74-66 at Nyayo Gymnasium.

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