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Korean Air, Woori Card headed to championship game

The top of the professional volleyball regular season has been outlined. Korean Air and Woori Card are the favorites for the men's title, while Hyundai E&C and Heungkuk Life will likely finish at least second. Korean Air won the men's Dodram 2023-2024 V-League match against OK Financial Group 3-1 (25-18 25-13 21-25 25-23) in straight sets at Gyeyang Gymnasium in Incheon on Thursday. With the three points, Korean Air moved to the top of the league (18-11, 56 points) after dropping Woori Card (19-

NaijaBlaseTv Celebrates Offiong Edem’s Coaching Move to Lonestar Table Tennis Academy, Texas

Emma Raducanu: The Teen Sensation Who Took the Tennis World by Storm

Emma Raducanu is a name that has become synonymous with talent, determination, and unprecedented success in the world of tennis. At just 18 years old, she made history by becoming the first qualifier to win a Grand Slam tournament, capturing the US Open title in 2021. Her meteoric rise from a relatively unknown player to a global tennis sensation is a testament to her hard work, resilience, and extraordinary skill. One of the most remarkable aspects of Emma's journey is her ability to remain cal

TENNIS

A game in which two or four players strike a ball with rackets over a net stretched across a court. The usual form (originally called lawn tennis ) is played with a felt-covered hollow rubber ball on a grass, clay, or artificial surface.

Men’s tennis world No. 1 Jannik Sinner says

Men’s tennis world No. 1 Jannik Sinner says he hasn’t ‘done anything wrong’ after avoiding doping suspension Men’s tennis world No. 1 Jannik Sinner spent much of Friday’s US Open media availability answering questions about avoiding a suspension despite twice testing positive for a prohibited substance in March. On Tuesday, the International Tennis Integrity Agency revealed the Italian star bore “no fault or negligence” despite testing positive for Clostebol, an anabolic steroid, at low levels f

Canaan Queens Continue Dominance at African Clubs Championship with Victory Over Madagascar

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. Canaan Queens of the Canaan Table Tennis Club Calabar, representing Nigeria at the ongoing 2025 African Clubs Championship in Tunisia, have claimed another impressive victory, this time defeating the Challengers from Madagascar. This latest win follows their successful opening match against Grappes d’Or de Grombelia of Tunisia, solidifying their strong presence in the competition. Canaan Queens were officially selected by the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) to repres

Louis Edem Invitational Basketball Championship 2023 kickoff soon

Elite teams from Nigeria, Ghana and Benin Republic are set to participate at the Louis Edem Invitational Basketball Championship holding in Lagos. Nigeria men’s premier league champions, Kwara Falcons Basketball Club will hope to retain the title they won early this year when the second edition dunks off in August. Invitational Championship 16 Basketball Teams Confirm Participation Coming on the heels of the highly successful maiden championship held in Lagos in February, the second edition of t

Bae So-hyun, 4 wins in the season + 2 consecutive wins KB Financial Star Championship

Bae So-hyun's storm is strong in the Korea Ladies Professional Golf Association (KLPGA) Tour. Bae So-hyun shot a 5-under 67 in the first round of the KLPGA Tour KB Financial Star Championship (total prize money of 1.2 billion won) held at the Blackstone Icheon Golf Club (par 72) in Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do on the 5th. So-Hyun Bae, who beat Hyo-Joo Kim and rookie Hyun-Jo Yoo, who play on the LPGA Tour, by one stroke, has laid the foundation for winning her first major tournament. Bae So-hyun, who e

2024 World Relays Championship: Sports Min.Congratulates Team Nigeria on 2024 Olympics Qualification

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh extends heartfelt congratulations to Team Nigeria athletes for their impressive performances so far at the World Relays Championship in the Bahamas, as they secured qualification for the 4x400 mixed relays and 4x400 men's relay event at the 2024 Olympics Games in Paris. Speaking on the remarkable achievement, Senator John Owan Enoh stated, "I am immensely proud of our Team Nigeria athletes for their exceptional performance at

System needs to ‘reinvent itself Tennis

System needs to ‘reinvent itself Tennis has an anti-doping procedural problem, critics say For months, the tennis world has simmered with controversy in the wake of two doping cases involving top-ranking players: first, men’s player Jannik Sinner and months later, women’s player Iga Świątek. And when the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) announced on February 15 that Sinner had accepted a three-month ban to settle his case and avoid it going to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), it thrust t

Rafael Nadal says he’s feeling ‘better’ but isn’t ‘setting deadlines’ for his return to tennis

Rafael Nadal says he’s feeling ‘better’ but isn’t ‘setting deadlines’ for his return to tennis Rafael Nadal says he’s not setting any “deadlines” for his long-anticipated return to tennis, with the Spaniard still recovering from a hip injury. The 22-time grand slam champion has been out of action since the Australian Open in January and underwent surgery in June which ruled him out for the rest of the 2023 calendar. Earlier this month, Australian Open’s tournament director Craig Tiley said Nadal

Rafael Nadal announces his upcoming retirement from tennis

Rafael Nadal announces his upcoming retirement from tennis Tennis legend Rafael Nadal has announced his upcoming retirement from the sport after a glittering career in which he amassed 22 grand slam titles. Widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time, Nadal’s final tournament will be with Spain at the Davis Cup finals in November. The 38-year-old last played at the Paris Olympics but continuing injury struggles, which have hampered him throughout his career, have severely l

2023 Travelers Championship leaderboard, scores: Keegan Bradley's late rally gives him lead after Ro

Bradley, who made a run at the PGA Tour's 54-hole record, is in position to pick up his second win of the season Sunday

The John Owan Enoh (JOE) Tennis Tournament Hits Crescendo, Set for Grand Finale

tournament represents a foundation for athletic excellence and dedication The much-anticipated grand finale of John Owan Enoh (JOE) Tennis Tournament is set to take place on Tuesday, December 26, in what is a culmination of the Cross River State Open, at the prestigious Calabar Sports Club. The JOE Tennis Tournament, a flagship initiative of Senator John Owan Enoh, is providing a platform for nurturing tennis talents, promoting sportsmanship, and fostering a culture of healthy competition. The t

Tennis: A Timeless Sport of Skill, Strategy, and Endurance

Tennis is one of the most popular and widely played racket sports in the world. Known for its exciting rallies, competitive spirit, and global appeal, tennis is played by individuals (singles) or pairs (doubles) on a rectangular court. Whether enjoyed casually in a park or competitively on the global stage, tennis offers a dynamic blend of physical fitness, mental focus, and strategic thinking. History and Evolution of Tennis The origins of tennis can be traced back to 12th-century France, where

HON. AGNES ATSU SALUTES TENNIS STAR HOPE UDOAKA’S STELLAR PERFORMANCE, SECURING DOUBLE @WAUG2023

By: Ettah Emmanuel O. The Commissioner of Sports Development, Honorable Agnes Atsu, extended her heartfelt congratulations to table tennis player Hope Udoaka for her outstanding performance at the West African University Games (WAUG) 2023, where she clinched two gold medals for her school Ben Idahosa University. Hope Udoaka, a rising star in the realm of table tennis in Nigeria and beyond, has previously demonstrated her exceptional skill by securing numerous accolades, including medals for team

Tennis: A Sport of Precision and Power

Tennis is a globally celebrated sport known for its combination of skill, strategy, and athleticism. Played both competitively and recreationally, tennis appeals to people of all ages and skill levels. This article covers the basics of tennis, its history, essential rules, and what makes it such a captivating sport. What is Tennis? Tennis is a racket sport played either between two players (singles) or two teams of two players each (doubles). The main objective is to hit a ball over a net into t

Rising Star Hope Udoaka 🇳🇬 claims her first ever west Africa regional championship title in Lome

By Ettah Emmanuel O ( NaijaBlaseTv) In a thrilling showdown at the West Africa Regional Championship held in Lome, Togo, Hope Udoaka, representing Nigeria, secured her first-ever regional championship title by defeating her compatriot, Onome Ajoke, with a commanding 4-0 victory in the finals. This remarkable achievement not only marks a significant milestone in her career but also solidifies her position as one of Africa's brightest talents in table tennis. Hailing from Team Cross River State, H

UYO'S 2023 MTN CHAMPIONSHIP WITNESSES CROSS RIVER'S TRIUMPH.

In the midst of the thrilling 2023 MTN Athletics Championship in Uyo, Cross River State has once again shown its prowess in the long jump event, with Angel Nelson Eteng clinching a gold medal, showcasing remarkable skill and determination. Alongside this remarkable victory, Sofia Etim secured a silver medal in the long jump, further cementing Cross River's dominance in the field. Not stopping there, Sofia Etim also displayed exceptional speed and agility, earning herself another silver medal in

HON. AGNES ATSU CONGRATULATES CANAAN TABLE TENNIS CLUB FOR WINNING BRONZE AT AFRICAN CHAMPIONSHIP

HON. AGNES ATSU CONGRATULATES CANAAN TABLE TENNIS CLUB FOR WINNING BRONZE AT AFRICAN TABLE TENNIS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP IN TUNISIA