[ad_1] England’s world number one amateur Lottie Woad finished third at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur as Spain’s Carla Bernat Escuder took the title.Woad, 21, had jointly led overnight but a bogey on the par-three 16th effectively ended her hopes of becoming the first player to win successive ANWA championships.She birdied three of the final four holes to win last year’s title but was unable to match that charge this year, missing a 10-foot birdie putt on the 15th and then dumping her tee shot on the next into a greenside bunker and taking three more from there.Woad had started…
Author: Prudence Makoge
[ad_1] This past weekend, a group of women stepped away from the pressures of daily life to embrace something truly transformative — The Maison Valor Escape. Curated by Emelda Rufai, founder of Maison Valor, the retreat wasn’t just about relaxation; it was a sanctuary for women to heal, unwind, and pour back into themselves. The event took place at Tiffany Amber Gardens, the atmosphere was intentionally designed to evoke peace and renewal. From the moment guests arrived, they were welcomed with soothing massages, IV therapy, facials, and rejuvenating treatments courtesy of Maufire. The message was clear: the day was about…
[ad_1] A bright start from Simangele Hadebe was not enough to dethrone World Boxing Council Silver Flyweight defending champion Gabriela Sánchez, with the South African challenger winning the first two rounds before being overwhelmed by her Mexican opponent in the main bout at the Ignacio Zamora Stadium in Puebla, Mexico, on Friday, 4 March, 2025. Supporters of Hadebe up early on Saturday morning to mark the historic challenge will be sad that the SA champ won’t be coming home with the WBC Silver Flyweight Belt, after Gabriela Sánchez won the fight by unanimous decision to retain the title. Hadebe was…
[ad_1] Coach Ivan van Rooyen rued the Lions’ inconsistent performances on a European tour where three consecutive losses saw them crash out of the EPCR Challenge Cup. The Lions suffered a 24-12 defeat to Edinburgh in the Challenge Cup on Friday, compounding the disappointment of a 42-0 hammering by defending URC champions Glasgow Warriors and a narrow 20-17 loss to Cardiff. “The biggest frustration is our consistency,” Van Rooyen said after the loss to Edinburgh in the EPCR Challenge Cup. “We made 11 errors and they were all in attack, close to Edinburgh’s red zone. READ: How Beast almost nuked…
[ad_1] Doing Life With… is a BellaNaija Features series that showcases how people live, work, travel, care for their families and… everything in between. We are documenting the lives of all people and ensuring everyone is well-represented at BN. Throughout the month of March, we are aiming for the series to be all-women. Our last conversation was with Onyinye Odokoro. Did you miss it? You can catch up here. This week, we’re doing life with Fola Folayan, a Nigerian broadcast journalist, media executive, and communications strategist with over a decade of experience in radio broadcasting and public affairs, known for her work…
[ad_1] Two-time Team SA Olympian Gerda Steyn blazed her way to a sixth successive win in the 56km Two Oceans Marathon around Cape Town on Saturday. Lesotho’s Khoarahlane Seutloali won the men’s race. Steyn’s time of 3h 29min 11sec was outside the course record she had set last year, but she maintained that it was the win, not the record, that she had set out to accomplish. “I am not at all (disappointed), I feel it was 100 percent successful. You can’t always break the record, getting a sixth victory in a row is a 10 out of 10. I…
[ad_1] Nothing beats a night out with your crew, great vibes, and a smooth glass of Grant’s Whisky in hand. Whether you’re looking for a lively party spot, a chill lounge for deep convos, or a scenic location to soak in the city’s energy, The City of Lagos offers a diverse array of options! To help you plan your next crew hangout, we’ve put together the ultimate guide to the best bars and lounges where you and your crew can create unforgettable moments. Plus, you can be sure to find Grant’s Whisky at these top spots! 1. Beer Barn: Where…
[ad_1] Luka Doncic and LeBron James helped the Los Angeles Lakers to a comfortable victory against the New Orleans Pelicans.Doncic put on a game-high 35 points with team-mate Austin Reaves adding 30, while James scored 27 points with eight assists in a 124-108 win.The Lakers bounced back from defeat against the Golden State Warriors to further boost their hopes of a top-four finish in the Western Conference.It is the sixth successive win for the Lakers over the Pelicans, including three victories this season.Elsewhere, Western Conference leaders the Oklahoma City Thunder, who host the Lakers in back-to-back games on Sunday and…
[ad_1] In a remarkable display of commitment to education and community transformation, Princess Mayolein MacDonald of the Odual Kingdom in Rivers State, Nigeria, has launched The Julie Development Initiative (JDI) Fundraiser with a groundbreaking project aimed at reviving the historic Adibom Community Primary School, driving a transformative push for quality education in rural Nigeria while reinforcing the bond between the Odual Kingdom and Aberdeen. Princess Mayolein, an engineer by training and a farmer by passion, has never been one to stand on the sidelines. Drawing from her contrasting experiences, benefiting from world-class education in Aberdeen while witnessing the stark reality…
[ad_1] In a sport often overshadowed in South Africa, a group of determined young women is making history after the Junior Rhythmic Gymnastics Group won the South African Trials, and earned the privilege to represent the country at the World Games in Bulgaria. Their achievement is a testament to resilience, passion, and the power of women in sport, proving that South African gymnasts can compete on the world stage despite limited resources and recognition. From the gsport Newsroom Archives, May 2023 For these five gymnasts, rhythmic gymnastics is more than just a sport; it’s a way of life. Training up…