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<p><strong>Athletics:</strong> World Athletics has published the <a target="_blank" href="https://cdn.eu1.exponea.com/world-athletics/e/Cgxm-rKlTlqyO9OgeowSIF29vHC3Y6Snvm4zTiqE5FOOC_OxMps0juRIVF4O4y06MTzb2r-6LtpBcgxouur_a74BZTFbdsk.7i0ltzdMPKGW4g?xnpe_tifc=xDENb.xXxuU.xde_bfUs49psafeWaeiWhFWshkslajP1EkLsVjBvV9QDhMLLafschMHcbdiArFH7b.VdxIPuhIEuhfYX"><strong>official entries</strong></a> for the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, starting September 13. A total of 2,202 athletes from 198 national federations will participate, comprising 1,123 men and 1,033 women.</p>
<p><strong>Basketball:</strong> The 2008 U.S. Olympic men's "Redeem Team," which overcame previous disappointments, was honored during induction ceremonies at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Key figures, including team members Carmelo Anthony and Dwight Howard, received individual accolades. The women's honorees collectively secured 11 Olympic gold medals, highlighted by Sue Bird's five, alongside Sylvia Fowles and Maya Moore.</p>
<p><strong>Bobsled & Skeleton:</strong> Entrepreneur Phil Saunders has generously donated a new four-man sled to USA Bobsled & Skeleton, inspired by a visit to their facility. The sled will feature Kodak's advertising, marking the start of a partnership, especially with the upcoming 2025 IBSF World Championships in Lake Placid.</p>
<p><strong>Boxing:</strong> The World Boxing Championships kicked off in Liverpool; however, several national teams, including those from France and Nigeria, were barred from competition due to failure to meet testing requirements for the women's division. This has resulted in ongoing legal challenges, particularly impacting athletes like the Algerian Olympic champion Imane Khelif.</p>
<p><strong>Cycling:</strong> Chris Froome, a four-time Tour de France champion, is recovering from a severe training crash that resulted in multiple injuries. While his recovery will be lengthy, his family expresses optimism about his long-term health and rehabilitation.</p>
<p><strong>Football:</strong> The contentious debate over legacy seating at Estadio Azteca has concluded in favor of boxholders ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Stadium management reached an agreement allowing suite access for all events, preventing potential legal disputes.</p>
<p><strong>Swimming:</strong> Sharon van Rouwendaal, a two-time Olympic champion in open-water swimming, announced her retirement on Instagram, reflecting on her achievements and expressing her gratitude for a fulfilling career. She leaves as a distinguished athlete, proud of her legacy.</p>
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