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Knights vs rabbitohs: Kalyn Ponga returns to lead Newcastle

Kalyn Ponga’s return to the Knights is crucial as they prepare to host the Rabbitohs at McDonald Jones Stadium.

Gabriel Bortoleto Disqualified from Miami Sprint Race

Gabriel Bortoleto faced disqualification from the Miami Sprint race due to a breach of technical regulations, underscoring the strict compliance required in Formula 1.

Sharks vs Wests Tigers: Cameron McInnes Returns

Cameron McInnes is back on the field for the Sharks after recovering from an ACL injury. The Sharks face the Wests Tigers this Sunday.

Horse Racing: Wigmore Triumphs in South Australian Derby

Wigmore’s win in the South Australian Derby is a major milestone for trainer Phillip Stokes, showcasing his talent for developing New Zealand horses.

Casey Kopua’s return to the court ends in injury

Casey Kopua, at 40 years old, suffered a lower leg injury during her return to competitive netball with Waikato-Bay of Plenty Magic.

Madrid Open: Jannik Sinner vs Alexander Zverev in Final

Jannik Sinner is set to face Alexander Zverev in the final of the Madrid Open, aiming for his fifth consecutive Masters title. Meanwhile, Mirra Andreeva and Marta Kostyuk will compete in the women’s final.

F1 schedule: Miami GP Sprint Returns After Hiatus

The Miami GP Sprint signals the return of Formula 1 on May 2, following a five-week break. Teams are eager to race at the Miami International Autodrome.

Storm vs dolphins

The Storm face their worst losing streak in history as the Dolphins look to capitalize on their recent momentum at Suncorp Stadium.

Raptors vs cavaliers: RJ Barrett’s clutch shot leads Raptors to Game 7

RJ Barrett secured a dramatic win for the Raptors with a last-second 3-pointer, pushing the series to Game 7 against the Cavaliers.

KSI’s Golden Buzzer Controversy on Britain’s Got Talent

KSI, a judge on Britain’s Got Talent, faced backlash for pressing the golden buzzer twice this season. This unusual move has raised eyebrows among producers.