Author Archives: My Goat Sports

The Blitzboks have once again lit up the Mother City, becoming the first team to defend their Cape Town Sevens crown after a dramatic 21–19 comeback win over World Series champions Argentina. In front of a roaring home crowd, the Springbok Sevens showed immense heart, composure, and resilience to overturn a game that, for longContinue reading “Blitzboks Capture Cape Town Sevens Glory in Thrilling Comeback Victory”

Hideki Matsuyama closed out his season in spectacular fashion, rallying from three shots back with a brilliant final-round 64 before defeating Alex Noren in a playoff to win the Hero World Challenge at Albany Golf Club in Nassau. The Japanese star, who began his year with a record-setting victory at Kapalua, bookended his season withContinue reading “Matsuyama Delivers Playoff Magic to Win Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas”

Australia have moved within touching distance of securing yet another Ashes triumph, showcasing a level of resilience, experience, and in-game intelligence that has left England reeling. With back-to-back eight-wicket victories in Perth and Brisbane, the hosts enter the third Test in Adelaide firmly in command and poised to retain the urn on home soil forContinue reading “Adaptable Australia Tighten Grip on the Ashes as England Falter Again”

Kristoffer Reitan survived a tense final round and a charging leaderboard to claim a dramatic one-shot win at the Nedbank Golf Challenge, securing his second DP World Tour title and capping a memorable day for Scandinavian golf. Reitan, who began the day with a commanding five-shot lead, looked set for a comfortable stroll to victoryContinue reading “Reitan Holds His Nerve to Claim Nedbank Golf Challenge Victory in Sun City”

Springbok powerhouse Eben Etzebeth has been suspended for 12 weeks after being found guilty of intentional contact with the eye of Wales loose forward Alex Mann — an incident that overshadowed South Africa’s crushing 73–0 victory in Cardiff. The altercation occurred just moments before the final whistle, sparking a disciplinary process that kept the rugbyContinue reading “Etzebeth Hit With 12-Week Ban After Eye-Gouging Ruling, Leaving Sharks Reeling”

Joe van Niekerk’s rugby story reads like a myth told around clubhouse braais — improbable, electric, and unforgettable. Bursting onto the scene in 2001, Van Niekerk was fast-tracked from South Africa’s U21 team straight into the Springbok squad, a testament to his rare blend of athleticism, physicality, and rugby IQ. Fans didn’t take long toContinue reading “From Bok Glory to Toulon Legend”

South African golf continues to shine on the world stage, and 24-year-old Christo Lamprecht is the latest homegrown talent to earn a momentous milestone. Lamprecht has received a personal invitation from none other than Gary Player himself to compete in the 2025 Nedbank Golf Challenge at Sun City from 4–7 December. In an official letterContinue reading “Rising SA Star Christo Lamprecht Invited to NGC by Gary Player”

Italy cemented their status as the dominant force in world team tennis on Sunday, defeating Spain 2–0 in Bologna to secure a third consecutive Davis Cup title. In front of a roaring home crowd, the Azzurri delivered another performance of grit, depth, and resilience — all without their two biggest stars. The decisive moment cameContinue reading “Italy See Off Spain to Complete Davis Cup Hat-Trick”

Brad Dalke, Francis Ellis, and Cody “Beef” Franke emerged victorious at the Internet Invitational, claiming the $1 million grand prize in a dramatic finish at Big Cedar Lodge in Hollister, Missouri. The event, created by Barstool Sports and featuring a mix of YouTube personalities, social media stars, and golf diehards, delivered everything fans hoped for:Continue reading “Winner of The Internet Invitational Is Crowned, Awarded $1 Million”

The boxing world is bracing for one of its most unconventional matchups yet as YouTube star Jake Paul prepares to face former unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami next month. Matchroom Boxing confirmed on Monday that the bout will take place on December 19 at the Kaseya Center in Florida, adding yet anotherContinue reading “YouTube Star to Face Former Heavyweight Champion”