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Dembele scores hat-trick as France thrash Norway 4-1 at World Cup
Ousmane Dembele delivered a career-best World Cup performance, scoring a first-half hat-trick in France's dominant 4-1 victory over Norway on June 26, 2026. Meanwhile, Senegal secured a dominant 5-0 victory over Iraq in their final Group I match, powered by a stellar performance from substitute Pape Gueye who scored a double. Belgium also secured their spot in the last 32 with a dominant 5-1 victory over New Zealand, topping Group G. World Cup debutants Cape Verde extended their fairytale run to reach the knockout rounds, where they will face reigning champions Argentina.
Lemayan defends marathon title, debutant Simiyu wins women's crown at Lewa
Samson Lemayan successfully defended his title at the 26th Lewa Safari Marathon held at the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in Meru County on Saturday. Debutant Lydia Simiyu also clinched the women's crown at the same event. Both winners are Kenya Wildlife Service rangers. The marathon successfully attracted 1,500 athletes in a race focused on conservation and talent development. The event brings together global runners for a unique sporting and conservation experience.
Spain beat Uruguay 1-0 to win Group H, eliminate South American side
Spain secured the top spot in Group H, advancing to the knockout stages of the World Cup after a narrow 1-0 victory over Uruguay. The win was decided by a goalkeeper error, leading to Uruguay's premature exit from the tournament. In another dramatic World Cup encounter, IR Iran had a certain last-32 place snatched away when a dramatic late goal was disallowed by VAR, which would have secured their place in the last 32, resulting in a disbelieving draw against Egypt. Egypt secured the runners-up position in Group G after a 1-1 draw against Iran in Seattle on June 26, 2026.
Omanyala targets Commonwealth Games title defence after national championships
Kenya's sprint sensation Ferdinand Omanyala is aiming to defend his Commonwealth Games title following a dominant performance at the national championships. In a separate development, Kenyan distance runner Kibiwott Kandie achieved a historic feat by smashing the half marathon world record at the 2020 Valencia 21km race. Additionally, Leila Said Iddi has become the first female boxing referee/judge in East Africa to achieve IBA Star 3-Referee status, a significant accomplishment in a male-dominated field.
