Chess: Bodhana Sivanandan, 11, breaks another world age record at Dole Trophy
An 11-year-old English chess player, Bodhana Sivanandan, achieved her first international master result at the Dole Trophy in France, breaking the previous record held by Judit Polgar who was 11 years and nine months old. Sivanandan surpassed Polgar's mark by nearly five months.
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FIFA abandoned its proposal to sell equity stakes in the World Cup following significant opposition from member nations and European countries threatening boycotts. President Gianni Infantino withdrew the plan after internal resistance from within the organization proved substantial.
Fifa scraps proposal to sell off stakes in World Cup after widespread backlash
FIFA withdrew its proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors after global backlash and threats of tournament boycotts from confederations including UEFA. President Gianni Infantino stated the plan "will not proceed" after creating divisions that no longer served FIFA's objectives.
Ayami Sato, the greatest pitcher in women’s baseball, is ready for her American debut
Ayami Sato, a six-time world champion pitcher with a fastball clocked at nearly 80mph, makes her American debut with the Los Angeles Queens in the newly established Women's Professional Baseball League. She is the only player to win three consecutive Women's Baseball World Cup MVP awards and has played professionally in Japan and Canada over her 16-year career.