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HT's UEFA Super Cup quiz: Test your football knowledge by answering 5 questions as Real Madrid take on Atalanta

With UEFA set to kickstart the 2024-2025 season in Poland, let's test your football knowledge with HT's quiz about the Super Cup.

Gout of this world? Australian teen sprinter set for first real test

Australian teenage sprinter Guot Gout, 17, aims to succeed Usain Bolt as he debuts in the 200m heats at the Tokyo World Championships. Born to South Sudanese parents, Gout has broken national records and drawn comparisons to Bolt, who has praised his talent. However, Gout's family emphasizes the importance of his correct name pronunciation amidst the pressure of expectations.

Usain Bolt, once the fastest man on planet, now struggles for breath climbing stairs: 'I stay home and watch movies'

Usain Bolt, retired Olympic champion, now spends time at home with his children, struggles with fitness, and finds climbing stairs challenging. Despite no longer competing, his legendary status in sprinting remains unmatched, with plans to show his kids his historic racing legacy.

Mondo Duplantis' fiancée — Swedish model Desiré Inglander — motivated him to learn Swedish

Armand "Mondo" Duplantis celebrated setting a pole vault world record at Japan's National Stadium by embracing his fiancée, Desiré Inglander. He credits her as a key motivator in learning Swedish, highlighting his multicultural background with a Swedish mother. Duplantis expressed confidence in his Swedish fluency and downplayed pressure from Swedish expectations, emphasizing his commitment to excellence in both sports and language.

PCI Prez Jhajharia expects India to win over 20 medals at para-athletics World Championship

The Paralympic Committee of India aims for over 20 medals at the World Para-Athletics Championships starting September 27 in New Delhi, featuring a record 73 athletes. Chief Devendra Jhajharia emphasizes the squad's strength and diversity, with notable participants like Sumit Antil and Ekta Bhyan. The event marks India's largest contingent in history, showcasing significant progress in para-sports.

Phillies clinch NL East title in wild 10th-inning comeback against Dodgers

The Philadelphia Phillies secured the NL East title with a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, thanks to J.T. Realmuto's sacrifice fly in the 10th inning. The game featured multiple lead changes, including a tying homer by Andy Pages for the Dodgers. This win marked the Phillies' second consecutive division title and fourth straight postseason berth.

Herbert and strong defense lead Chargers to 20-9 win over Raiders

Justin Herbert led the Chargers to a 20-9 victory over the Raiders, throwing for 242 yards and two touchdowns. The Chargers' defense, anchored by Daiyan Henley, stifled the Raiders, who struggled with three interceptions from Geno Smith. This win marks an early claim for Los Angeles in the AFC West, as they prepare to face the Broncos next.

Perdomo and Gallen help surging Diamondbacks inch closer in playoff race with 8-1 win over Giants

Geraldo Perdomo shone with three hits, including a double and triple, as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the San Francisco Giants 8-1. Zac Gallen pitched six strong innings, contributing to Arizona's third consecutive win. The Diamondbacks moved ahead of the Giants in the NL West standings, while the Giants struggled with just two hits in the game.

Arch Manning promises to improve as Texas prepares for its last game before SEC play

Texas quarterback Arch Manning expressed confidence in overcoming recent struggles, promising improvement as the Longhorns prepare for their game against Sam Houston State. Despite a tough start to the season, including a lackluster performance against UTEP, Manning remains optimistic and is determined to enhance his gameplay and the team's offensive performance. Coach Steve Sarkisian supports Manning through this adversity.

Yesavage strikes out 9 in impressive debut, Blue Jays beat Rays 2-1 in 11 innings, open 5-game lead

Trey Yesavage set a Toronto record for strikeouts in a major league debut, fanning nine batters as the Blue Jays defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 2-1 in 11 innings. George Springer delivered a crucial tiebreaking single, leading Toronto to its fifth consecutive win and a five-game lead in the AL East, while the Rays suffered their eighth loss in ten games.

Rugby-Leicester-bound Wallaby O'Connor hopes to be back for All Blacks tests

James O'Connor has left the Wallabies squad for England, but hopes to return for the final Rugby Championship tests against New Zealand. Despite his strong performances, O'Connor's release comes as other flyhalves recover from injuries. Coach Joe Schmidt is yet to confirm O'Connor's potential return, but teammates advocate for his inclusion due to his experience and leadership.

Anandkumar Velkumar creates history, gets India's first-ever gold at Speed Skating World Championships

Indian skater Anandkumar Velkumar made history by winning gold in the 1000m sprint at the Speed Skating World Championships 2025, becoming India's first world champion in the sport. Prime Minister Modi and Union Minister Rijiju praised his achievement, highlighting its inspirational impact on future athletes. Additionally, young skater Krish Sharma won gold in the junior competition.

Reds outlast Cards, just 2 back of final NL wild-card spot

Tyler Stephenson led the Cincinnati Reds to an 11-6 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals, snapping their three-game losing streak. Sal Stewart contributed three hits, including a homer, as the Reds closed in on the final NL wild-card spot. The Cardinals have now lost six of seven games, with notable performances from Willson Contreras and Nolan Arenado.

Racing Louisville's DeMelo remains hospitalized day after collapsing during game

Racing Louisville's Savannah DeMelo remains hospitalized after collapsing during a match against the Seattle Reign. Following a medical emergency, she expressed gratitude for the support from her family and medical staff. The match was postponed, with the second half set to be played without fans. DeMelo has a history of health issues, including Graves’ disease.

Colton Cowser powers Orioles past White Sox

Colton Cowser's three-run homer and Kyle Bradish's strong five-inning performance led the Baltimore Orioles to a 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox. This marked Bradish's first win in 15 months after undergoing Tommy John surgery. The Orioles ended a three-game losing streak, while the White Sox suffered their fourth consecutive loss.

Yankees blanked by Twins, fall 5 back in AL East race

The Minnesota Twins secured a 7-0 victory over the New York Yankees, with Austin Martin driving in four runs and Simeon Woods Richardson striking out a career-high 11 in six scoreless innings. Brooks Lee contributed a homer and two RBIs, while the Yankees managed only two hits. New York's lead in the AL wild-card race was reduced to one game.