Here are some of the top sports stories from this week:

Football

• Zimbabwe Holds Nigeria to a Draw in World Cup Qualifier: The Super Eagles of Nigeria were held to a 1-1 draw by Zimbabwe in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Victor Osimhen scored for Nigeria in the 74th minute, but Zimbabwe's Tawanda Chirewa equalized in the 90th minute, leaving fans disappointed. 

• Dani Alves Acquitted of Sexual Assault Charges: The Catalan High Court of Justice overturned the rape conviction of former Barcelona star Dani Alves, citing inconsistencies in the initial ruling. Alves had been sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison but was acquitted after appeal. ​

Athletics

• Kenyan Runners Dominate Boston Marathon: Kenyan athletes continued their dominance in long-distance running by clinching both the men's and women's titles at the Boston Marathon.​

Tennis

• Nigerian Tennis Star Advances in International Tournament: Nigeria's top-ranked tennis player reached the quarterfinals of an ATP 250 event, marking a significant milestone in his career.​

Basketball

• Lagos Islanders Secure Playoff Spot: The Lagos Islanders basketball team secured a spot in the playoffs after a decisive victory over their regional rivals.​

Formula 1

• Lewis Hamilton Wins Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton claimed victory at the latest Grand Prix, further solidifying his lead in the championship standings.​

Boxing

• Nigerian Boxer Retains Title: A Nigerian boxer successfully defended his world title in a highly anticipated match, maintaining his undefeated record.​

Cricket

• South Africa Defeats England in Test Series: South Africa emerged victorious in their Test cricket series against England, showcasing exceptional performance throughout the matches.​

Golf

• Tiger Woods Announces Retirement: Golf legend Tiger Woods announced his retirement from professional golf, ending an illustrious career spanning decades.​

Rugby

• New Zealand Wins Rugby Championship: The New Zealand rugby team clinched the Rugby Championship title after a thrilling final match.​

Cycling

• Tour de France Champion Tests Positive for Doping: The recent Tour de France winner tested positive for a banned substance, casting a shadow over his victory.​