[ad_1] Reigning champion Mark Allen has exited the Players Championship in the first round with a 6-3 defeat by Kyren Wilson at the Telford International Centre.World number two Wilson started the match strongly and took a 3-1 lead after the first session.Northern Irishman Allen fought back to level things at three frames each after the resumption of play but Wilson, 33, always looked the sharper of the pair.The world champion was not at his best, but Allen could not take advantage and the Englishman reeled off three frames in a row to claim victory.Wilson will face Mark Williams in the…
Author: Prudence Makoge
[ad_1] The rainy season is just around the corner. Some parts of the country are already seeing light showers, and the evenings are getting cooler, with gentle breezes offering relief from the intense heatwave. Now’s the time to dig out your compact umbrellas, the ones that fit neatly into your handbag or work bag, because you’ll soon be needing them! There’s a lot to love about the rainy season. The air is cooler, the plants thrive, and it’s the perfect excuse to cosy up indoors with a hot bowl of pepper soup. It’s also time to bring out your favourite…
[ad_1] Louise Lepront has won the World Surf League Qualifying Series Stop No.4 of the 2024/2025 WSL Africa regional season, the SA Open of Surfing, in contestable three-to-four-foot surf and strong offshore wind at Pollok Beach in Gqeberha, the Eastern Cape, on Sunday, March 16, 2025. Natasha van Greunen finished runner-up in an intense day of competition, which completed multiple rounds in much-improved conditions after Saturday’s gale-force onshore situation, allowing the women to deliver their biggest performances of the event. There was a flurry of waves exchanged between top seeds Natasha van Greunen and Louise Lepront as soon as the…
[ad_1] Photo Credit: Nancy Isime/Instagram Have you ever thought about pairing a tie with a kimono and wide-leg trousers made from asooke? Probably not. But if you have, we have to give it up to you, you’ve got style, just like Nancy Isime. For the International Women’s Day Business Series organised by UBA Group, where she sat on a panel to share her journey, experiences, and insights on the impact of women, Nancy showed up looking as striking as ever, in presence and in fashion. She wore a bold red kimono over striped, multicoloured asooke fabric. Underneath, she paired a…
[ad_1] Jacques Nienaber and Luke McGrath said Leinster are relishing the opportunity to lock horns with a world-class Vodacom Bulls outfit in Pretoria on Saturday. Leinster, though, will have to overcome history when they return to Loftus this week. The table-topping Irish giants have struggled in the Republic, winning just once in seven matches in the URC. Their 2023 trip to the Bulls’ fortress – with a weakened side – ended in a record 62-7 defeat, while their strongest side lost 25-20 in last season’s URC semi-final. With several Ireland internationals rested, Leo Cullen’s men face a tough test against…
[ad_1] German Olympian Martyna Trajdos was filmed marching out to her Judo fight with coach Claudiu Pusa in Tokyo Olympics, when he brutally shook and slapped her in a pre-competition ritual. The moment became viral, raising concerns about the athlete’s welfare and training methods. Trajdos, soon after, reassured everyone via Instagram, “As I already said that’s the ritual which I chose pre competition! My coach is just doing what I want him to do to fire me up!”However, no matter the athlete’s public support to her coach, the International Judo Federation issued an official warning towards Pusa:”The IJF addressed a…
[ad_1] Godspower Nwaukwa is a force in Nigeria’s beauty industry. As MAC Cosmetics’ National Artist for Nigeria, he has crafted some of the most iconic looks for top celebrities and graced major events with his exceptional artistry. From humble beginnings as a young boy fanning celebrities on movie sets to mastering the art of makeup across beauty, fashion, and film, Godspower’s journey is a testament to passion, perseverance, and undeniable talent. In this interview, he shares his story, insights into the ever-evolving makeup industry, and his dreams of achieving even greater heights with MAC Cosmetics. Hey, GP. How are you…
[ad_1] South Africa will be represented by five athletes at the World Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China, from 21-23 March, with Olympic finalists Akani Simbine and Prudence Sekgodiso being the two stand-out names. Simbine will compete in the men’s 60m, where he is ranked No2 in the world and the highest-ranked entrant in the championships. He has a personal best time of 6.53sec, but in the world of sprinting – especially over the blink-and-you-miss-it 60m – world rankings aren’t necessarily a reliable yardstick of how things will pan out. However, the 31-year-old Simbine will be one of the favourites when…
[ad_1] Ramadan is here—a time of deep reflection, devotion, and togetherness. From dawn till dusk, Muslims around the world observe fasting, refraining from food and drink as an act of faith, self-discipline and connection with Allah. As the sun sets and the call to Maghrib prayer is heard, families and friends gather for Iftar—the evening meal that marks the end of the day’s fast. Iftar is a cherished moment of togetherness, where loved ones sit side by side, sharing meals and stories. As a result, the right drink not only quenches thirst but also nourishes the body with essential vitamins…
[ad_1] The name Pitso Mosimane is well-known in South African football circles after establishing himself as one of the greatest coaches in the game, but increasing attention is also being paid to his teenage son Reatlegile. The youngster, who is working his way through the Kaizer Chiefs youth system, has started the new U14 season in typically impressive goal-scoring form. Reatlegile has emerged as one of the real standouts in his age group, while last season he finished the campaign with an extraordinary 38 goals in 27 matches for Amakhosi. This past weekend, after again adding his name to the scoresheet,…