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The 63rd edition of the Tour of the Basque Country, also known as Itzulia Basque Country, kicks off this coming Monday, April 1st, in Irun with a challenging time trial. The race culminates on the following Saturday, April 6th, with a grueling battle around Eibar that will test the endurance of even the toughest cyclists. This year’s route in northern Spain caters perfectly to climbers and punchers. While there’s no mountaintop finish to crown the king of the climbs, the Basque Country’s signature steep hills and mountains promise a relentless and exciting competition throughout the week. Following criticism from riders…
Manchester gears up to host snooker’s biggest names in the prestigious Tour Championship, making its city debut in April 2024. The tournament will be held at the historic Manchester Central venue from April 1st to 7th, marking the return of a major ranking event to the North West of England after a four-year hiatus. It will be the first world ranking event in the North West of England in four years. Shaun Murphy clinched the title in a remarkable 2023 final by defeating Kyren Wilson. However, with Murphy absent from this year’s competition, a new champion is guaranteed to emerge.…
The stage is set for a clash of titans in Evansville, Indiana, as the NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship reaches its thrilling conclusion. In one corner, we have the undefeated juggernaut, the No. 1 ranked Nova Southeastern Sharks. Boasting a program-best 36-0 record and a second consecutive appearance in the national title game, the Sharks are hungry to cement their dynasty. Their relentless defense, fueled by a backcourt duo of Isaiah Fuller and MJ Iraldi, has been a nightmare for opponents all season. But standing across the court, ready to challenge that dominance, are the No. 2 seeded Minnesota…
Two of the most highly anticipated prospects in women’s mixed martial arts are set to clash this Saturday in the headline event of UFC Fight Night. Ranked flyweight contenders Manon Fiorot and Erin Blanch field will square off in a pivotal showdown, with the victor likely earning a shot at the title. This five-round bout will serve as the highlight of the main UFC fight card, scheduled to commence at 10 p.m. ET at Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. Blanchfield, currently ranked No. 2, and Fiorot, ranked No. 3, boast flawless records in the UFC, each securing victories in all…
Tszyu is now the WBO super welterweight champion. In spite of holding that title, the WBO had said they wouldn’t be sanctioning his fight with Thurman as a title bout because the American, having fought once in the past five years and campaigned at welterweight, wasn’t ranked at 154-pounds. However, the height authority had confirmed that Tszyu would be stripped of the title if Thurman won. But because of Thurman Bicep injury, that made him out of the picture, Fundora has now come forward to take his place. Fundora was scheduled to face Serhii Bohachuk for the vacant WBC title before…
The ice is ready and the curling rocks are polished! The 2024 LGT World Men’s Curling Championship is happening right now, kicking off today, March 30th, and running all the way through April 7th. This year, the competition is taking place in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, marking the first time the city has hosted a World Curling Championship. Thirteen top teams, qualifiers from the Le Gruyere AOP European Curling Championships and the Pan Continental Curling Championships, are battling it out for the coveted gold medal. Scotland currently holds the title, but challengers are lining up to dethrone them. The 2024 championship brings…
For just the third time in NCAA women’s hockey history, a rematch of the championship game awaits eager fans. The University of Wisconsin’s women’s hockey team is poised to take on Ohio State once more, aiming to etch their names in the annals of collegiate sports history by clinching back-to-back championships against the same opponent – a feat not achieved since Minnesota triumphed over Harvard in 2004 and 2005. The Badgers have a compelling narrative of their own, having secured victory against Minnesota Duluth in the 2007 final, only to face defeat at the hands of the same opponent in…
Rose Namajunas is embarking on a fresh chapter in her career by transitioning to a new weight class. Before she can contemplate a title shot, however, Namajunas faces a formidable grappling challenge against Amanda Ribas in their upcoming clash at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas on Saturday night. Ribas boasts rare versatility across two weight classes. With a wealth of experience at 115 pounds, Ribas seeks to capitalize on this advantage in her maiden UFC main event, where she squares off against a former champion. Despite a mixed track record in her recent fights, Ribas views this bout as…
Taking place from March 23rd at The Thermal Club near Palm Springs, California, the upcoming NTT INDYCAR SERIES race weekend promises to be one of the most distinctive in its history. Nestled at the foot of the Santa Rosa Mountains, in close proximity to the vibrant entertainment hub of Los Angeles, The Thermal Club’s $1 Million Challenge event weekend is set to feature a series of exhilarating events. This includes a pivotal two-day Open Test, group qualifying sessions, two heat races, and a thrilling 12-car “all-star” race boasting a purse of $1.756 million – marking it as the largest outside…
Unbeaten super lightweight Dalton Smith is ready for the biggest fight of his career to date against former three-time world title challenger jose Zepeda who he’ll face on home ground at the Sheffield Arena on March 23. Smith is the British and Commonwealth champion and one of the skilled young fighters in the U.K. The 27-year-old boxer-puncher captured the acclaimed Lonsdale championship by defeating Sam O’maison in August 2022 and has made three successful defences to claim the belt outright. A big performance [against Zepeda] and my name is there with the big names,” smith told the ring, “The 140-pound…