Have you ever wondered how a nation's prowess in sports can spark national pride and joy? Poland's exceptional performance at the 2018 Olympics stands as a testament to the extraordinary achievements of its athletes on the grand stage of international competition. Learn about Poland's Olympic triumph, as well as the unforgettable moments that defined the
Australia captain Meg Lanning has announced her retirement from international cricket after winning seven World Cup titles during a 241-match career. The 31-year-old Lanning, who played six tests, 103 one-day internationals and 132 Twenty20 internationals, will continue playing domestic cricket in Australia and possibly India. “The decision to step away from international cricket was a difficult one to make, but I feel now is the right time for me,” Lanning said Thursday in a statement “I’ve been incredibly fortunate to enjoy a 13-year international career."
The rest of the world has finally caught up to the United States. The once-dominant Americans crashed out of the Women’s World Cup on penalties after a scoreless draw with Sweden in the Round of 16 on Sunday. It was the earliest exit ever for the four-time tournament champions. A shootout in the 1999 World Cup — with a much different outcome — supercharged the U.S. team's prominence atop the sport globally.