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Faisal Shokri Shares Beginner 5KM Tips Ahead of Monopoly Run Malaysia 2025

For anyone feeling unsure about their first 5KM run, long-time recreational runner Faisal Shokri has a message: don’t overthink it. Just start. As Monopoly Run Malaysia 2025 gears up to welcome thousands of participants, Faisal is sharing beginner-friendly advice aimed…

Carlos Gimeno and Rhiannan Iffland Lead the Pack as High Diving Debuts New Format in Singapore

High diving made a spectacular splash at Palawan Green on Thursday, as the World Aquatics Championships – Singapore 2025 kicked off the aerial showdown with a brand-new format and sky-high performances. With six dives now replacing the traditional four-dive structure,…

Spain Capture Fourth World Water Polo Title, Send Off Captain Perrone in Golden Fashion

Spain sealed their fourth world title in men’s water polo on Thursday night, overcoming a resilient Hungarian side 15–13 in a thrilling gold medal showdown at the OCBC Aquatic Centre. The World Aquatics Championships – Singapore 2025 final also marked…

Spain Makes History with First-Ever Women’s Duet Free Title in Artistic Swimming

Spain danced their way into the record books on Thursday as Iris Tio Casas and Lilou Lluis Valette clinched their nation’s first-ever women’s duet free world title at the World Aquatics Championships – Singapore 2025. The Spanish pair scored a…

Inside the Mind of a Champion: Kristjan Chapman’s Unstoppable CULTRA Charge

It started with a phone call. The night before the race, Kristjan Chapman rang his dad to talk strategy. The plan was simple: sit back, save energy, let someone else take the lead early on. But ten minutes into the…

Greece Crowned Women’s Water Polo World Champions After 14-Year Wait

Greece reclaimed their spot at the top of women’s water polo after 14 long years, defeating Hungary 12-9 in a powerful gold medal showdown at the World Aquatics Championships – Singapore 2025. Anchored by tournament top scorer Foteini Tricha and…

How to Conquer Viper Challenge: Daryl Cheah’s Advice for Athletes Who Want to Do It Right

Join the Viper Challenge 2025 — grab your slot here For Daryl Cheah, Viper Challenge is more than just another race. It is a test of preparation, mindset, and resilience. Over the years, he has learned exactly what it takes…

Malaysian Olympian Steve Khiew Targets Personal Best, Top 16 at World Aquatics Championship

Malaysian Olympian Steve Khiew is ready to carry the country’s hopes into the pool at the upcoming World Aquatics Championships in Singapore 2025, with his sights firmly set on achieving personal bests and breaking into the top 16 in the…

Germany Seals Mixed Relay Gold as World Aquatics Championships Open Water Wraps in Singapore

Germany closed out the open water swimming competition at the World Aquatics Championships – Singapore 2025 in golden style on Sunday (July 20), clinching victory in the Mixed 4x1500m Relay held at Sentosa. The German quartet, anchored by Florian Wellbrock,…

Hazim Zuhairi Wins Big at Trans QJM Gunung Pulai Ultra 2025 Vertical Run

At the halfway mark of Gunung Pulai, where the gradient turned brutal and his legs started to scream, Muhammad Hazim Zuhairi found himself repeating the same words in his head. “You’ve done this before. You belong here.” It wasn’t some…