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Youngest Briton completes dream debut in Formula 1
Ferrari stand-in Oliver Bearman has completed a dream debut with a seventh-place finish at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The 18-year-old British rookie was called in at the last minute to replace Carlos Sainz, after the Spaniard was diagnosed with appendicitis, requiring surgery. Bearman, who only had…
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Benjamin Sanson to Compete in AUA Rohrman 10k Open Water Swim
Benjamin Sanson, the esteemed French swimmer and former youth world champion, will be participating in the AUA Rohrman 10k Open Water Swim event. This event, scheduled for Sunday, August 25th, 2024, will start from Morris Bay and conclude at Ffreyes Beach in Antigua. Sanson’s participation is made possible thanks to the sponsorship of Energie Antigua,…
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Aurelien Raphael to Compete in AUA Rohrman Triathlon
Renowned French triathlete Aurelien Raphael is set to make waves at the AUA Rohrman Triathlon Olympic Distance event on Saturday, August 24th, 2024, at Ffreyes Beach, Antigua. He will also compete in the Day 2 10k Road Run/Walk on Sunday August 25th, 2024 from Morris Bay to Ffreyes Beach. This exciting participation is made possible…
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Guyana Harpy Eagles fast bowler Ronsford Beaton suspended from bowling
Ronsford Beaton, the Guyana Harpy Eagles fast bowler, was reported for a suspect bowling action during the ongoing West Indies Championship four-day first-class competition. Beaton’s action was cited by match officials during the first-round match between Guyana Harpy Eagles and Trinidad and Tobago Red Force at the Conaree Cricket Centre in St. Kitts, which ended…
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Shamar Joseph rewarded with CWI International Retainer Contract
Cricket West Indies (CWI) proudly announces the upgrade of Shamar Joseph from his current Franchise contract to a CWI International retainer contract. This decision comes in recognition of Joseph’s outstanding performance and invaluable contribution to the recent historic victory against Australia on their home soil in Brisbane, marking Australia’s first defeat to the West Indies since 1997. CLICK HERE…
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Cricket West Indies congratulates test team after securing historic victory against Australia
Today, across our region, jubilation greeted the triumphant performance of the West Indies, a beacon of victory. Cricket West Indies congratulates its test team after securing a historic victory against Australia, marking the first since 1997. This remarkable achievement signals the relevance of West Indies cricket on the global test stage and underscores its unwavering…
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ABBA announces list of nominees for upcoming National Sports Awards
The Executive of the Antigua and Barbuda Basketball Association (ABBA) is pleased to announce its list of nominees for the upcoming National Sports Awards. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The nominees are as follows: Sportsman of the Year- Mr. Adonis Humphreys Junior Sportsman of the Year- Mr. Craig Massiah Junior Sportswoman of…
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CWI Congratulate ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2023, Hayley Matthews
Cricket West Indies (CWI) today congratulated West Indies women’s captain Hayley Matthews on winning the prestigious title of ICC Women’s T20I Cricketer of the Year 2023, a fitting accolade for a player of her calibre who has had enjoyed an outstanding year, consistently performing with bat and ball. 2023 was a year of dominance, nothing…
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Nominees for 2023 National Sports Awards ratified
The Ministry of Sports, through its rigorous ratification process, has confirmed the list of nominees for various 2023 National Sports Awards categories. The grand ceremony scheduled for March 2, 2024, will see the nation’s sporting ambassadors and officials recognized for their major accomplishments and contributions. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Nominees will…
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Raza helps Zimbabwe knock 143 in Sri Lanka T20
(AFP)— A captain’s knock by Sikandar Raza enabled Zimbabwe to post 143 for five after being put into bat in the first T20 against Sri Lanka in Colombo Sunday. Raza posted his 13th half-century in T20 internationals, fighting a lone battle to help his side post a competitive total. Raza reached his half-century off 38…
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Afghanistan reach 172 after Naib fifty in India T20
(AFP)— An attacking 57 by Gulbadin Naib and some late cameos helped Afghanistan to 172 all out against India’s persistent bowling attack in the second Twenty20 international on Sunday. Star batsman Virat Kohli returned to the Indian T20 team after more than a year’s absence from the format and the hosts elected to field first…