Young German star to showcase an array of promising young talents at the FIFA World Cup 2026 HERMAN GIBBS 4 June 2026 — In a moment that embodies both hope and talent, Lennart Karl, the teenage sensation from Bayern Munich, has been named in Germany’s squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. At just 18 years and 109 days old, …
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Bafana Bafana were welcomed by traditional mariachi band in Mexico
Bienvenidos! South Africa’s World Cup squad touch down at base camp in Pachuca 2 June 2026 – Bafana Bafana have arrived at their base camp in Pachuca, Mexico, ahead of the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup next week. The team arrived in Mexico on Tuesday in high spirits after a long trip from Johannesburg, South Africa, that included …
Read More »South African sprinter becomes the world’s fastest young man
Porterville’s 17‑year‑old crack sprinter, Marlon Kayster, clocks 10.31 seconds for the 100m sprint. 3 June 2026 — For most teenagers, an athletics competition is a test of nerves and preparation. For 17‑year‑old Marlon Kayster from a farming community in Porterville in the Western Cape, it became a moment when he was noticed far beyond the track. At the Athletics South …
Read More »Bafana Bafana staffers fly out to Mexico after securing US visas!
HERMAN GIBBS 2 June 2026 – As Bafana Bafana prepares to enter the global arena of football, they can breathe a sigh of relief with two members of their tour contingent staff set to join them in Mexico on Wednesday. On Tuesday morning, Danny Jordaan, the President of the South African Football Association (SAFA), announced that Bafana’s assistant coach, Helman …
Read More »Reef Runner could prevail at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth
Everything you need to know about the best runners on Sunday at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth Race 1 1 NADIA NERINA ran a great race on debut, with natural improvement expected from this well-bred filly; she will be hard to beat. This race is packed with some nicely bred newcomers; keep an eye on the betting trends, and any market confidence could …
Read More »Toyota WC qualifier: a battle of nerve, power and precision
Kyalami Park Club to host World Cup Midrand qualifier from 28 – 31 May 2026 Johannesburg, 24 May 2026 – Following the excitement of the Toyota SA Outdoor Grand Prix, attention now turns to the Toyota World Cup Qualifier — an intense four-day competition set to challenge both riders and their horses in a battle of nerve, power and precision. …
Read More »adidas and Orlando Pirates unveil home and away kits
Marking the Road to 90 Years of Legacy, celebrations in 2027 South Africa, 25 May 2026 – adidas and Orlando Pirates Football Club reveal the Club’s 2026/27 Home and Away jerseys, a powerful first chapter in the countdown to the Buccaneers’ 90th anniversary celebrations in 2027. This season pays tribute to the city that gave birth to the Club and …
Read More »SAFA and Hollywoodbets unveil new era for women’s football
18 May 2026 – The South African Football Association (SAFA), Hollywoodbets and the South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) are pleased to announce a new format for the Hollywoodbets Super League. This venture underscores a continued commitment to building a stronger, commercially viable, and fully professional women’s football ecosystem in South Africa. This year, the league will move from a 16-team …
Read More »Hallelujah! SA’s Kuse conquers Jerusalem to claim WBC crown
HERMAN GIBBS 17 May, 2026 — Siyakholwa Kuse delivered a remarkable performance to defeat Melvin Jerusalem and win the WBC mini flyweight title. This achievement ranks among the finest by a South African boxer in a world title fight. Kuse, the 22-year-old southpaw from the Eastern Cape, known as ‘One Way’, secured a unanimous decision over the 32-year-old Filipino champion …
Read More »Smart money on MARCUS AURELIUS at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth
Smart money on MARCUS AURELIUS at Hollywoodbets Kenilworth 16 May 2026 — Candice Bass trained MARCUS AURELIUS, distinguished himself when he was just beaten by FUTURE FREE a month ago. His conqueror went on to run way above his official rating behind Hollywoodbets Durban July Gr 1 entry LA PULGA and VIVA’S LIBERTe in the Legal Eagle Stakes Gr 3, …
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