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Dominican Republic center Karl-Anthony Towns has earned the affection of Filipino fans following his team's 87-81 triumph over Gilas Pilipinas in the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup on Friday night at the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan.
Less than a week after winning the Women’s World Cup, Spain’s national team players announced Friday that they will not play any more games unless the president of the country's soccer federation steps down for kissing player Jenni Hermoso on the lips after their victory. Luis Rubiales, who was also chastised for grabbing his crotch after Spain’s 1-0 victory over England on Sunday, remained defiant despite immense pressure to resign. The kiss marred the title celebrations in Sydney, Australia, on Sunday, and criticism has steadily mounted.
Sam Marsden, Barcelona correspondentAug 25, 2023, 11:47 AM ET
"The gesture was unacceptable, the apology is not enough nor adequate," says Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez.
Spain’s Women’s players will reject call-ups to the national team until the leadership of the Spanish FA (RFEF) is changed following the actions of president Luis Rubiales at the World Cup final. Rubiales faced calls to quit after kissing striker Jenni Hermoso on the lips and grabbing his crotch in celebration shortly after the final whistle as Spain beat England on Sunday. He apologised for grabbing his crotch but maintained that the kiss was consensual, saying it was “the same as the one I would give to one of my daughters”. Hermoso has denied she cons...