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Senegal has won the 13th ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament which ended in Abuja, Nigeria over the weekend. Senegal beat host Nigeria by a 4-1 defeat in the finals of the tournament. This year, the 13th ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament marked its first-ever inclusion of female wrestlers as the regional bloc seeks to promote gender equality particularly in sports.
Research shows that participation in sport plays a crucial role in finding a sense of belonging and mental well-being, especially for immigrant communities. Whether it's a friendly pass, a team huddle, or a post-game conversation, these moments create a sense of unity, trust, and shared identity especially for young immigrants trying to navigate life in their new home. In Maryland, a group of African immigrants are using the game of basketball as a way to unwind after a long week, cope with the pressures of work, school, and the challenges of life in a new society. Jackson Mvunganyi and Lionel Gahima have more on the Gitumo basketball team based in Laurel, Maryland.
The Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday evening crushed a bid by the Kansas City Chiefs of becoming the first team in the history of the National Football League (NFL), to win three consecutive Super Bowls. This happened after the NFC East champions delivered a 40-22 blowout win in New Orleans. Reuters reporter Gabe Singer has more.
The roaring sound of Formula One engines at full throttle is set to fill the air again at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit, north of Johannesburg, as developments in South Africa’s pursuit to host an F1 grand prix for the first time since 1993, gains momentum. Reuters’ Sean Hogan has more.
