It might lack the nation's big-name athletes, but the Second Youth Games of the People's Republic of China is still a big draw, showcasing some of the country's most promising future stars.
It's billed as 'Ultimate August', with an eye-popping $15 million awaiting the new FedExCup champion. And for red-hot Brooks Koepka, it could mean collecting $18 million just in bonus money by the time the dust settles.
LONDON - Manchester City has Premier League immortality in its sight as it starts its title defense this weekend, but Liverpool's burning desire to get its hands on the trophy will fuel a heavyweight battle for supremacy.
With the new Premier League season kicking off on Friday, AFP Sport takes a closer look at four gifted youngsters who look ready to emerge as breakout stars over the next 10 months:
Last Sunday's Community Shield clash between Manchester City and Liverpool reaffirmed many an educated hunch that last season's title duelists will again be biting at each other's heels at the summit of the English Premier League table this term.
LAS VEGAS - Gregg Popovich walked into USA Basketball's first team meeting in advance of their World Cup training camp, and it seemed to some in the room that he was having a little difficulty keeping his emotions in check.
ATLANTA - Vince Carter is putting off retirement for at least one more season in order to claim the longest career in NBA history all to himself.
Already conceding two strikes against baseball's niche status on the national sports landscape, China's pro league is stepping up to the plate for a third swing at respectability.
Chinese Super League club Shanghai Shenhua has launched a women's team in partnership with Shanghai University of Sport.
China's annual National Fitness Day returns on Thursday, with the nation getting into shape like never before.
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