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As the 2025 golf season approaches its grand finale, the DP World Tour is set to witness a thrilling conclusion with the Genesis Championship in South Korea marking the last event of the ‘Back 9’ Series. This tournament is pivotal for players aiming to secure their positions in the top 70 of the Race to Dubai, ensuring their advancement to the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. The stakes are high, with the top 50 players from the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship earning their spot in the prestigious Dubai event.

Tommy Fleetwood, fresh off his victory at the DP World India Championship, has surged 69 places to 25th in the Race to Dubai, making him a key contender in the upcoming tournaments. The competition is fierce, with players vying not only for tour cards but also for dual PGA Tour and DP World Tour status, a coveted achievement for the top ten players.

In South Korea, the Genesis Championship will feature 90 DP World Tour players alongside 36 KPGA participants, promising a showcase of top-tier golf. Meanwhile, the Asian Tour is set to host the $2 million International Series Philippines, attracting a star-studded lineup including Kevin Na, Richard Bland, and Dustin Johnson, among others.

The global golf calendar is packed with action, including the Bank of Utah Championship on the PGA Tour, the Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown on the LPGA, and the Wistrom Ladies Open on the Ladies European Tour. Each event offers substantial purses, reflecting the high stakes and intense competition as the season draws to a close.

German golfer Dominic Foos emerged victorious in a nail-biting sudden-death playoff at the SJM Macao Open, securing the $1 million title on the Asian Tour. Foos, who has spent much of his career in Dubai, defeated Chinese-Taipei’s Wang Wei-hsuan on the second playoff hole with a clutch 10-foot birdie putt. This marked the sixth playoff in the tournament’s history and showcased Foos’ resilience after a challenging period in his career. Foos finished with a 72-hole total of 263, 17 under par, earning a $180,000 prize. The win propels him to 15th place on the Asian Tour Order of Merit, securing his Tour card for the next two years. Foos expressed gratitude to his family, friends, and mentor Dr. Bernd Kramski for their unwavering support during tough times. The victory comes as a significant milestone for Foos, who had struggled to maintain his position on the Tour. Attention now shifts to the inaugural International Series Philippines, featuring a star-studded field including Dustin Johnson, Patrick Reed, and Louis Oosthuizen.

In a historic moment for Arab sports, Morocco has become the first Arab nation to clinch the FIFA Under-20 World Cup, sparking widespread celebration and pride across the region. The Moroccan team, affectionately known as the Atlas Cubs, triumphed over Argentina with a decisive 2-0 victory in the final held in Santiago on Sunday. This win marks a significant milestone, as Argentina, the most successful team in the tournament’s history with six titles, suffered their second-ever final defeat, the first being in 1983 against Brazil.

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum extended their heartfelt congratulations to Morocco’s King Mohammed VI and the nation. In a tweet, Sheikh Mohamed hailed the victory as “a remarkable sporting achievement that brings pride to Morocco and the entire Arab world.” Similarly, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid expressed optimism, stating, “It is a well-deserved win, an Arab joy, and a renewed hope that the FIFA World Cup title itself will one day be claimed by an Arab nation, God willing.”

The Moroccan U-20 team’s success has not only elevated the country’s standing in global football but also inspired hope for the future of Arab sports. The senior Moroccan national team has already secured a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This dual achievement underscores Morocco’s growing influence in international football and sets a precedent for other Arab nations to aspire to similar heights.

JAKARTA, Indonesia — Japanese gymnast Daiki Hashimoto emerged as the top qualifier in the men’s all-around event at the World Gymnastics Championships, showcasing his resilience and skill. The 24-year-old, who clinched gold in the all-around at the 2020 Olympics and the 2022 and 2023 World Championships, posted a total score of 83.065, narrowly edging out Switzerland’s Noe Seifert, who scored 82.499. Despite a shaky performance on the floor exercise, Hashimoto secured the third-highest scores on both vault and high bar, solidifying his position as a frontrunner heading into Wednesday’s finals. Zhang Boheng of China, the 2021 world champion and 2024 Olympic silver medalist, qualified in third place. Meanwhile, Hashimoto’s Japanese teammate Shinnosuke Oka, the reigning Olympic champion, advanced to the finals in 12th place despite errors in his floor routine. Notable absences included U.S. national champion Asher Hong, who withdrew due to an ankle injury sustained during training. The competition also saw top qualifiers in individual apparatus events, with Great Britain’s Jake Jarman leading on floor exercise, Kazakhstan’s Nariman Kurbanov excelling on pommel horse, and China’s Lan Xingyu dominating on still rings. Two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo of the Philippines advanced to finals on both vault and floor, while China’s Zou Jingyuan and Japan’s Tomoharu Tsunogai topped parallel bars and high bar, respectively. The event finals promise intense competition as athletes vie for world championship glory.

England delivered a commanding performance in the second T20 International against New Zealand, securing a 65-run victory in Christchurch on Monday. Captain Harry Brook and opener Phil Salt were the architects of the win, combining for a devastating partnership of 129 runs off just 69 balls. Brook’s explosive 78, featuring five towering sixes, and Salt’s aggressive 85 laid the foundation for England’s imposing total of 236-4, the highest T20 International score at Hagley Oval. New Zealand, in response, crumbled to 171 all out in 18 overs, with all dismissals coming via catches. Brydon Carse set the tone early by removing two key batsmen, while Adil Rashid (4-32) and Liam Dawson (2-38) dismantled the middle order. Despite a valiant 36 from captain Mitchell Santner, New Zealand never gained momentum. England now leads the series 1-0 heading into the final match in Auckland on Thursday.