Caitlin Clark records another triple double in win over Los Angeles Sparks.
Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark continues to impress, recording her second career triple-double with 24 points, 10 assists, and 10 rebounds in a 93-86 home win over the Los Angeles Sparks on Wednesday. Clark grabbed her 10th rebound in the final seconds, securing her place in WNBA history. She became the first WNBA rookie to achieve a triple-double on July 6, posting 19 points, 13 assists, and 12 rebounds in a win over the New York Liberty. Clark is now the fifth player in WNBA history to record multiple triple-doubles in a single season. Earlier in the day, she was honored as the WNBA Rookie of the Month and Eastern Conference Player of the Month for August. Clark continues to make waves as the only WNBA rookie to have ever achieved a triple-double.
THE ONLY ROOKIE IN WNBA HISTORY TO DROP A TRIPLE-DOUBLE — AND NOW SHE'S DONE IT TWICE 😤 pic.twitter.com/VaMN1wjat7
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) September 5, 2024
Esther Nworgu wins Nigeria’s second medal at the 2024 Paralympic event.
Nigerian Para-Powerlifter, Esther Nworgu won Nigeria’s second medal at the Paralympic Games in Paris, earning silver in the women’s up to 41kg Para-Powerlifting event. After a disappointing performance at the recent Olympic Games, Nigeria’s Paralympic team is restoring pride with strong results. On Wednesday, Esther set two new Paralympic Records with lifts of 112kg and 118kg in her last two attempts. However, China’s Zhe Cui claimed the gold with a new record lift of 119kg. Nworgu started her journey to silver with a 106kg lift, placing her second behind Cui, who lifted 108kg initially. In the second round, Nworgu lifted 112kg, but Cui maintained her lead with a 113kg lift. Nworgu’s final lift of 118kg secured her the silver, while Brazil’s Lara de Lima won bronze with a 109kg lift. Esther’s achievement reflects her exceptional skill and determination.
Nigeria's Esther Nworgu was moved to tears after winning her first Paralympic medal, securing silver in the women's 41kg powerlifting event.
This is what it means 🥺 pic.twitter.com/YeBCHjmHIV
— ESPN Africa (@ESPNAfrica) September 4, 2024
Check out the nominations for coach of the year at the Ballon d’Or.
The organizers of the Ballon d’Or have announced the nominees for the 2024 Men’s Team Coach of the Year award. The list, released on Wednesday, features top managers including Carlo Ancelotti, who guided Real Madrid to a La Liga and Champions League double. Xabi Alonso of Bayer Leverkusen appears as a first-time nominee after leading his team to an unbeaten Bundesliga title run, ending Bayern Munich’s 12-year reign. Also nominated is Pep Guardiola, who helped Manchester City secure its third straight Premier League title and win the FA Cup. Atalanta’s Gian Gasperini and Argentina’s new head coach, Lionel Scaloni, are also in contention for the honor. The award winner will be announced next month, with all five coaches recognized for their exceptional achievements over the past season.
🚨🌟 Coach of the Year candidates at the Ballon d’Or!
Who would you vote as Best Coach? ✨ pic.twitter.com/nJwJUxC9c3
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 4, 2024
Chelsea’s request to sell hotels to a sister company approved by the PL.
The Premier League has approved Chelsea’s sale of two hotels to an affiliated company. In June 2023, Chelsea FC Holdings Ltd sold the Millennium and Copthorne hotels to BlueCo 22 Properties Ltd, both owned by BlueCo 22 Ltd, Chelsea’s holding company. The sale brought in £76.5 million, reducing Chelsea’s loss for the 2022/2023 financial year to £89.9 million instead of the £166.4 million it would have been without the sale. According to Premier League financial regulations, clubs are allowed a maximum loss of £105 million over a rolling three-year period. The league cleared the transaction after determining it was conducted at fair market value, meaning the deal met its financial rules.
🚨🚨| The Premier League has APPROVED Chelsea's £76.5M sale of two hotels to a sister company, helping them meet the league's profit and Sustainability rules (PSR). 💰✅
[@espn] pic.twitter.com/ClIrX7CQcm
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) September 4, 2024
Yamal, Mainoo and Garnacho nominated for the 2024 Kopa trophy.
The 2023-24 season saw several young talents shine at the top level, with many memorable moments delivered by emerging stars. Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho, Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal, and Real Madrid’s Arda Güler are among the nominees for the 2024 Kopa Trophy, awarded to the world’s best under-21 footballer. The winner will be announced at the Ballon d’Or ceremony on Monday. Lamine Yamal is considered a strong contender following his impressive performances for Spain at Euro 2024. The Kopa Trophy, voted on by previous Ballon d’Or winners, is one of the most prestigious awards for young players. Past recipients include Kylian Mbappé, Jude Bellingham, Pedri, and Gavi. The award could see Yamal follow in the footsteps of Jude Bellingham as the next standout young talent.
🌟 – OFFICIAL: The 2024 Kopa Trophy nominees! (best U21 player)
• Pau Cubarsí
• Alejandro Garnacho
• Arda Güler
• Karim Konaté
• Kobbie Mainoo
• Joao Neves
• Savinho
• Mathys Tel
• Lamine Yamal
• Warren Zaïre-Emery pic.twitter.com/GUISlWaPjs— 𝐀𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐉𝐀𝐗 💎 (@TheEuropeanLad) September 4, 2024