https://newslive360.com http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification Fri, 19 Apr 2024 05:02:14 +0200 In the extensive Audi lineup, we have a few personal favourites, and if we remove the R8 from the equation because it’s no longer available, the next car of choice would be one of the automaker’s hatchbacks. The first prize is obviously the RS3 as that’s the top dog of the lot, possibly even the best hatchback from any automaker, but just one step down on the model ladder is the S3. Without ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17984 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 12:07:25 +0200 The Ultimate Fight Championship (UFC) Middleweight world champion Dricus du Plessis has challenged his rival Israel Adesanya to a fight.This isn’t the first time that the South African has challenged the Nigerian to a fight. In the middle of 2023, the two were meant to fight, but du Plessis was forced to pull out of the fight due to an injury. But this time he’s hoping it’ll take place on th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17898 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:34:36 +0200 The F1 Driver Academy managing director has made it clear that you never ever mess with her reputation, no matter who you are.Susie Wolf, who also happens to be the wife of Mercedes F1 team boss Toto Wolff has filed a criminal complaint against the Federation International de l’Automobile (FIA), the governing body for several auto racing events, including Formula One.In December, the FIA issued ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17896 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:30:14 +0200 Lock Eben Etzebeth has been named South Africa’s Springbok Player of the Year for the second time in a row. This was announced during a formal ceremony at Multichoice City in Johannesburg on Thursday.This means Etzebeth has not only won back-to-back Rugby World Cup titles, but also the national team’s player of the year titles. Other players who were nominated in the category are Pieter-Steph ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17880 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:25:38 +0200 The British sports-fashion retailer JD Sports is heading to South African shores. That’s according to an announcement made by The Foschini Group (TFG).TFG has signed a franchise agreement with JD Sports and will be selling famous international sports brands like Puma, Adidas and Nike. It will also sell private labels like Supply & Demand as well as Pink Soda.Anthony Thurnstrom, TFG’s CEO, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17879 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 11:24:12 +0200 A swarm of bees caused a massive delay during a quarterfinal match between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev at the BNP Paribas Open.The tournament takes place in Indian Wells, United States and is a favourite among the world’s tennis greats.Chair umpire Mohamed Lahyani paused the game as more bees swarmed the court in California. The match umpire announced to the crowd that there was a “bee... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17872 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:32:06 +0200 The female employee who accused Christian Horner of inappropriate behaviour has been suspended by Red Bull.The woman, who has not ben identified, accused the F1 team principal of engaging in appropriate behaviour. This caused Red Bull to launch an independent investigation with the outcome finding Horner innocent and the woman suspended.During this weekend’s Saudi Arabia Grand Prix in Jeddah, Ho... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17844 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 11:18:46 +0200 BMW M Motorsport and LEGO once again join to unveil the latest addition to the LEGO Speed Champions series: a meticulously crafted build set featuring the amazing BMW M Hybrid V8 and the BMW M4 GT3. This dynamic duo promises not only an authentic build-and-play experience but also a glimpse into the adrenaline-fueled world of motor racing. As the new season of motorsport approaches, so does the an... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17836 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 17:32:40 +0200 During the San Marino Grand Prix in 1995, two Ferraris were stolen. Now, 28 years later, one of them has been found.Gerhard Berger and fellow F1 driver Jean Alesi’s private cars were stolen on the same day in April 1995. It’s believed they were both stolen by a gang close to the Imola circuit where the Grand Prix took place that Sunday.Berger’s model that was stolen outside his hotel room wa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17830 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 18:46:45 +0200 Bugatti has always made amazing cars that not only perform great but also have the most beautiful lines and curves. Most of the classics have an amazing racing-related story or roots dating back to a specific event. One such classic is the Type 50S dating back to the early 1930s. The road-going Type 50S was fitted with a new supercharged 5.0-litre inline 8-cylinder with a dual overhead camshaft th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17793 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:04:20 +0200 Green and red has always been a tricky combination for blind people. Especially when the two of them are the colours of two countries’ rugby jerseys playing against each other.Ireland and Wales are considering not wearing their traditional colours when playing against each other in future.On 24 February, the two teams are facing each other again during their scheduled Six Nations clash in Dublin... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17746 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:41:05 +0200 It might sound like a silly April Fool’s joke, but it definitely isn’t. On 1 April, motorists who apply for a new car licence disc will also have to get a new registration number.According to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, the new number plates will be “tamper-proof” with stricter security measures compared to the plates currently in use by motorists.“We are starting afresh, all of us, ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17745 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:39:18 +0200 Golf legend Tiger Woods has launched his new apparel line called Sun Day Red.The gold brand and apparel line is designed and manufactured in conjunction with TaylorMade.Woods had a partnership that spanned over 27 years with Nike.The name Sun Day Red is based on Woods’ habit of wearing red shirts during his Sunday final rounds. He started wearing it after his mother Kultida, said it was the colo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17725 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 07:20:37 +0200 The fastest woman in the world has announced that she will retire after the Summer Olympic Games in Paris.Shelly-Anna Fraser-Pryce said in an interview with Essence magazine that she wants to spend more time with her family.“My son needs me. My husband and I have been together since before I won in 2008. He has sacrificed for me. We’re a partnership, a team.”The 37-year-old said that without... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17711 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 09:54:26 +0200 It’s hard to believe the world’s rarest passport belongs to a country without any land.The Sovereign Military Order of Malta, also known as the Knights of Malta, is a sovereign nation with United Nations observer status and its own constitution. It issues car registration plates although there aren’t any roads.It also has its own stamps, currency and what has now been named the world’s rar... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17673 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 18:30:49 +0200 Formula 1 enthusiasts around the world got a shock this morning when it was announced that Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton will be leaving the team for Ferrari.The move will only take place in 2025 due to contractual restrictions with Mercedes. He signed a two-year deal in 2022.Although no formal announcement has been made around the British driver’s departure, it’s believed the Mercedes team i... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17671 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 17:46:54 +0200 The boys are back! Bafana Bafana has qualified to reach the quarter-final round in the Africa Cup of Nations.This comes after coach Hugo Broos’ team beat Morocco 2-0 on Tuesday.The last time South Africa managed to get this far in the tournament was when they won it in 1996. Broos has been under attack as he tried to convince the country that the national soccer team could perform well even when... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17665 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 21:12:19 +0200 The director of rugby at the South African Rugby (SAR), Rassie Erasmus has been hospitalised following a freak accident.Erasmus was left with chemical burns but is expected to be back at work next month. Although he had to undergo emergency treatment, he isn’t in any long-term danger.In a statement, SAR confirmed the news.“Rassie Erasmus is recovering in hospital following a medical procedure ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17649 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 20:29:13 +0200 Audi just made history by taking the win at this year’s Dakar Rally. In the automaker’s third attempt at taking the win, it did just that. To make it an even more auspicious occasion and adding another note to the history books, the win was clinched with a car that uses an electric drive with a high-voltage battery and energy converter. It’s the first time a hybrid powertrain has won the ico... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17615 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 10:42:59 +0200 South African Dricus du Plessis is the UFC middleweight title holder.The 30-year-old beat Sean Strickland via a split decision. The result was based on the scorecards handed in by the three judges: 48-47; 47-48; and 48-47.Before losing to du Plessis, the controversial American won the belt from Israel Adesanya in September. It was a big upset at the time, and it was expected that Strickland would ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17611 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 09:52:46 +0200 For the next three Olympic and Paralympic Games beer will be the main sponsor, albeit a non-alcoholic version.This was announced by the brewer Anheuser-Busch InBev, brewer of other international beers like Budweiser, Stella Artois and Corona.The non-alcoholic Corona Cero beer will be advertised during the Games to show the brewer’s and International Olympic Committee’s “commitment to respons... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17573 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 20:31:24 +0200 The Group B rally class from the 1980s was the pinnacle of automotive competition and racing, it was fast, exciting, entertaining and ridiculously dangerous. So dangerous that it was eventually banned altogether. There were simply too many deaths involved, and that went for races and spectators. To be fair, spectators from back then were next-level stupid and did things that would get them lifetim... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17525 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:11:53 +0200 Austrian tennis player Dominic Thiem had to stop his match during a Brisbane International qualifying event when a venomous snake was found near the court.  The former US Open champion was a set down during his match against Australian James McCabe when the dangerous reptile was found near electrical wires.The snake was identified as a highly venomous eastern brown snake approximately 50 cent... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17518 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:00:18 +0200 Red Bull driver Max Verstappen and his team have been crowned this year’s champions at the 2023 FIA Prize Giving.The ceremony took place in Baku, Azerbaijan.Verstappen finished at the top of the leaderboard with 290 points clear of his teammate Sergio Perez. Both drivers were in attendance to receive their winner and runner-up trophies.Also in attendance was Red Bull team boss Christian Horner t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17452 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 14:45:59 +0200 The Bugatti Type 57 SC Atlantic is now nearly 90 years old and is still widely regarded as the most valuable and exclusive automobile in the world. One Bugatti client is clearly a top fan, as evidenced by what you see here, a Bugatti Chiron Super Sport that was fully customised to be a one-of-one homage to the Type 57. The customer, who is now 70 years old once got up close with one and it had suc... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17440 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:19:26 +0200 In the world of rally racing, one of the most amazing eras was in the 80s with the Group B rally class. It was the most competitive time in rally, and also the most dangerous. Group B was introduced in 1982 and it was designed to redefine the landscape of rally racing by pushing the limits of technology, speed, and performance to unprecedented levels. The cars created during this era are legendary... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17420 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:52:36 +0200 Unless you’re a proper follower of the world-famous Dakar rally race, it may surprise you to learn that in all the years that the event has taken place, Ford hasn’t had an official entry. Just about every other manufacturer has tried its hand at the world’s toughest overland race, and earlier this year the top dogs at Ford decided that it was time to enter. The company would enter a Ford Ran... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17401 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 12:51:15 +0200 When it was announced that the Audi R8 would be retired in 2023, the world’s Audi fans were a little upset. The German sportscar started off with a V8 powerplant and progressed to a V10, and it was known as an affordable (sort of) option for those wanting a Lamborghini. The R8 shared heaps of components with Lamborghini, the R8 was built on the Gallardo platform and there’s also a lot shared w... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17351 Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:26:05 +0200 f you’re in your 40s now and never had a poster of a Bugatti EB110 Super Sport on your wall, you’re possibly on the wrong website. A good 30 years ago, the EB110 was the pinnacle of motoring innovation and ingenuity, rivalled only by Ferrari’s F50. The Italian supercar had it all, amazing lines, scissor doors and a powerplant that defied logic. Being fitted with a quad-turbocharged 3.5-litre... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17340 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 10:55:30 +0200 It was a first for Carlos Sainz and a first for Netflix when the F1 star won the inaugural Netflix Cup.The Ferrari driver paired up with two-time PGA Championship winner Justin Thomas at this live sporting event held in Las Vegas.The event brought together drivers from the Netflix F1 reality show ‘Drive to survive’ and golfers from ‘Full swing’ the series showing the behind-the-scenes shen... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17322 Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:05:02 +0200 Liverpool player Luis Diaz caught the attention of thousands of football fans when he scored a point for his team at Luton Town on Sunday.After scoring a goal, the Colombian player lifted his Liverpool shirt to reveal a shirt with a message asking his dad’s kidnappers to release him.The 26-year-old’s parents were kidnapped at gunpoint by left-wing guerillas of the National Liberation Army (ELN... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17273 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:49:40 +0200 With Rassie Erasmus there to help out, SA Rugby seems to be doing just fine with the idea that their coach is leaving.Jacques Nienaber's leaving is not a surprise to anyone. Nienaber is set to join Leinster in the next few weeks after he signed a contract with the Irish club long before the World Cup tournament got underway in France.With the exception of Nienaber, and Felix Jones taking up a role... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17255 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 05:57:42 +0200 Adam Johnson has died after his throat was slashed by the skate of his opponent.Johnson, originally from the United States and a National Hockey League (NHL) player was playing for the Nottingham Panthers in the United Kingdom on Saturday.His opponent in the Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL) match was Matt Petgrave of the Sheffield Steelers.The traumatic scenes unfolded in front of an 8,000 strong cr... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17237 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 05:46:01 +0200 In the world of Porsche, models that bear the GT and RS badges are the ones that fanatics around the world have in poster form on bedroom, workshop and man cave walls around the world. These cars at at the pinnacle of performance and as a result are eye-wateringly expensive. The average man on the street will likely never own one, just like me, but that doesn’t stop us from appreciating everythi... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17234 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 13:24:35 +0200 Performances like this are both awesome and sad. Seeing how fast the new Porsche GT4 e-Performance is on track is amazing, and it shows off just how good electric vehicles have become in a short space of time. On the flip side, it’s also a signal that the internal combustion engines we love so much have a limited lifespan. We only hope the new battery power really is better for the planet than t... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17213 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 07:20:02 +0200 The BMW M3 Touring isn’t just a new M-Performance car that’s got all the right bits in all the right places to make it something special, it’s a car that actually gives hope to automotive fanatics the world over. With the popularity of SUVs, there has been a steady decline in the number of new wagons on the market with the only decent ones coming from Audi. Weirdly, while BMW has had loads o... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17204 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 13:32:35 +0200 South Africa’s Bongi Mbonambi has been caught up in racial slur allegations after the Springboks’ match against England during the Rugby World Cup semi-final game.During the match on Saturday, England flanker Tom Curry approached referee Ben O’Keefe saying he wanted to report the alleged comment.When Curry asked O’Keeffe what he should do about it, O’Keeffe simply replied: “Nothing ple... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17199 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 17:22:38 +0200 Golfer Rory McIIroy has invested in the world of fast cars.The Northern Irishman’s investment in the F1 team Alpine was announced ahead of the US Grand Prix held at the Circuit of the Americas in Texas.“Sports stars are becoming more savvy and really trying to use their money in the right way,” he said.McIIroy revealed that he’s a longtime fan of the sport that has seen a massive increase ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17198 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 17:13:25 +0200 Flag football, baseball/softball, cricket, lacrosse and squash have been added to the Olympic line up for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles.The news was announced at the International Olympic Committee session in Mumbai on Monday.Both squash and flag football have been added to the program for the first time ever.Softball and baseball have featured at several Games with the most recent being in... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17172 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 20:52:45 +0200 The BMW X2 was the first of the new segment of Sports Activity Coupés to hit the market, effectively creating the segment, according to BMW. The body style is basically a shrunken-down version of an SUV that has the unfortunate acronym of SAC. “Hey, what do you drive?” “Me, oh yeah, I have a red SAC”. Just rolls off the tongue, doesn’t it? The car did prove hugely successful though, so ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17141 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:06:30 +0200 Several Formula 1 drivers have asked for the Qatar Grand Prix to be moved a cooler time of the year or scrapped completely as it’s too gruelling.Logan Sargeant of the Williams team was only able to complete 40 laps before he retired. The American said he felt too sick to continue and have vomited after suffering severe dehydration.Fellow driver Esteban Ocon finished the race and ended in seventh... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17135 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 05:10:13 +0200 It was a first for a country not really known for their rugby, when Portugal beat Fiji in their final pool games of the 2023 Rugby World Cup.Although Fiji lost 24-23, they still managed to progress to the quarter-finals at the expense of Australia. This is the first time ever that the Wallabies won’t progress to the quarter-finals of a World Cup.The first half ended 3-3, but the second half prov... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17133 Mon, 09 Oct 2023 20:27:40 +0200 Although limited at the moment, some travellers travelling to Finland will be able to make use of digital passports.At the moment, this luxury is only available to travellers flying on Finnair Airways from Helsinki to Britain.The Finnish Border Guard allows qualifying travellers to quickly pass through border control by registering a digital version of their passport in advance.News 9 Live reports... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17106 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:33:51 +0200 Organisers of the Australian Open have decided to add an extra day reduce pressure on both fans and players.The tournament often sees five matches played per day during the early rounds.In recent years, some matches have gone on until very late at night or even into the early hours of the next morning.At the 2023 tournament, Thansi Kokkinakis and Any Murray played their second-round match which la... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17105 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:29:56 +0200 When the worlds of golf and entertainment get together, you know it’s going to be a hit.Arguably the greatest golfer to ever live, Tiger Woods, along with one of the biggest stars in the music industry, Justin Timberlake have just opened their new sports bar, T-Squared Social.The bar is located in New York and Timberlake described it as “a beautiful space that transcends the typical sports bar... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17092 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:03:59 +0200 Most of the cars of this calibre that you see have been built to race in specific motorsport series and events, and when that happens there are loads of regulations that need to be adhered to. It’s a big reason why some of the most well-known racecars make only slightly more power than their roadgoing counterparts. There are often class restrictions to keep the available power in check so that a... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17086 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 12:35:06 +0200 Singapore’s Changi Airport has announced that it will introduce automated immigration clearance in 2024.This means that foreign travellers won’t need a passport when they want to depart the city-state.Instead of passports, biometric data will be used.To make this happen is a huge task as Singapore’s Changi Airport serves more than 100 airlines while it’s often ranked as the world’s best ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17045 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 21:02:38 +0200 SA Rugby has managed to secure an interim court order against Eskort. The court order restrains Eskort from continuing its marketing campaign using the Springbok brand.Earlier in September, Eskort erected a billboard at OR Tambo International Airport playing with the word ‘Springbox’ and wishing the Springboks well for the Rugby World Cup.The idea behind the marketing campaign is to advertise ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17039 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:37:49 +0200 The car-buying public here in SA is a fickle bunch, a vast majority being brand-blind and usually quite unaccepting of new things. A lot of this can oddly be attributed to politics, because when the world’s most popular automakers were on the rise only a handful of brands were sold in SA due to a combination of sanctions and the political climate. The brands that managed to stay were all the pub... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17032 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:19:52 +0200 A few years ago, when the world started looking for alternative power sources for cars and electric power ended up being the preferred choice, almost every red-blooded automotive fanatic seemed to get highly offended. How could electric power possibly compete with the good old internal combustion engine? The inconvenience of long charge times over being able to pull up at a petrol station and fill... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17031 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 10:45:45 +0200 When it comes to German performance saloons, the Audi RS6 and RS7 models are among the coolest ever created. Long and sleek with typical new-generation Audi looks, healthy power and handling abilities that are better than the large body makes you think. As is the norm with performance Audis, there are aftermarket tuning options for days, and amongst these one of the most well-known and trusted nam... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17026 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 18:49:16 +0200 Anthems To Be Re-recorded For Rugby World CupAfter facing criticism from all four corners of the world, organisers of the Rugby World Cup have announced that they are in the process of recording new versions of the respective countries’ national anthems.After players and supporters were out of sync with the recordings playing, organisers were criticised and asked to deal with the matter.The disa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=17024 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 13:36:14 +0200 For many people, art and sports are almost opposites. One is elegant, academic and thoughtful, the other is rowdy, sometimes aggressive and definitely loud. However clever social media accounts create a visual connection between the two, showing how similar they are. Art But Make It Sports takes some sports imagery and expertly combines it with eerily similar artwork for hilarious results. Th... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16942 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 18:19:31 +0200 The 2023 Simola Hillclimb took place earlier this year, and it was the thirteenth running of the event that’s widely regarded as the premier motorsport event in SA. The run up the famed hill sees some of the best cars in the country make their way down to the usually sleepy town of Knysna in the Western Cape to compete for top honours. The most recent events have also seen some keen internationa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16939 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 12:10:01 +0200 What you see here is the new Bugatti Chiron Super Sport Golden Era, a one-of-one creation that sets new standards in automotive beauty. It’s one of those cars that will be forever housed in a museum or private collection because just look at it. It’s a bit of a surprise to see another Chiron appear, because it was just the other day that we showed you the uber-rare one-of-one Chiron Profilée ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16854 Thu, 10 Aug 2023 18:00:29 +0200 One of the coolest cars to be unveiled at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed came from well-known lightweight sportscar creator, Caterham.. As Bob Laishley, Caterham CEO says: "An electric Caterham of any shape and size has to stay true to what sets us apart from everyone else: being lightweight, simple and offering an unparalleled driving experience; that’s our DNA."  So with that in... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16789 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 17:38:52 +0200 Former world number one and seven-time Wimbledon champ Novak Djokovic has been fined by the All England Lawn Tennis Club for racquet abuse.The Serbian was fined R140,000 for smashing his racquet against the net post after making a mistake during Sunday’s Wimbledon final in London.Djokovic lost against Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz which meant he lost out on his eight Wimbledon titel.The 20-year-old w... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16754 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 20:07:47 +0200 Dayton Webber's story  is one of perseverance against all odds. Webber is now a professional athlete in the American Cornhole League (ACL),  making headlines for his incredible pitching and impeccable accuracy. Even before looking at his impressive stats, the very fact that he has come this far is impressive and life affirming. Born in 1998, Webber was diagnosed with streptococcal pneumo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16749 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:12:32 +0200 A spectator caused a huge crash after he took a selfie during the 15th stage of the Tour de France.With just over 125 kilometres to go, the supporter took a selfie and knocked the handlebars of Sepp Kuss from Team Jumbo-Visma. Kuss swerved to avoid hitting the spectator and knocked into his teammate Natahan van Hooydonck who fell off his bike.Van Hooydonck’s fell caused the massive crash be... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16738 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 19:32:50 +0200 Eben Etzebeth has been on an emotional rollercoaster the last few days.  The high must have been when it was announced that he was chosen to represent the Springboks as their captain during this Saturday’s Rugby Championship Test against the All Blacks in New Zealand, only to be followed by the low that his dad Harry passed away on Tuesday.The sad news was confirmed by Gerhard Ras, a friend... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16725 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 17:49:07 +0200 South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya won her appeal against World Athletics’ rules requiring her to lower her testosterone levels.The ruling was made by the European Court of Human Rights on Tuesday.The 32-year-old is classed as having “differences in sexual development” (DSD) and has made it clear that she has refused to take drugs in order to lower her testosterone levels.The rule... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16724 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 21:38:32 +0200 Hollywood actor Brad Pitt has taken advantage of shooting his new movie when he met with all the drivers at Sunday’s F1 race at Silverstone.The British Grand Prix was home to the usual hustle and bustle of an F1 race with added Hollywood glam.Pitt filmed some scenes alongside fellow actor Damson Idris for their upcoming movie about Formula One about a veteran driver who joins one of the teams. T... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16722 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 21:12:40 +0200 The Springboks are ready for action and will look good while running out against Australia at Loftus Versfeld this Saturday.SA Rugby and Nike have signed a six-year partnership and have recently revealed the new look Springbok jersey.This is not just any old Springbok jersey. Although the green and gold colours are still prominent, this is seen as a rather alternative jersey as it pays tribute to ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16699 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 17:56:53 +0200 I’ve been in the game for a fair amount of time, and that’s given me the opportunity to see and shoot some amazing cars built by various workshops and private individuals. Years back a family I know of turned its passion for motorsport into a business called G&H Transport Racing. The original company is the G&H Transport side, but the family had some special cars that needed maintenanc... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16690 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:46:22 +0200 The original Toyota C-HR was something rather cool to look at when it launched, the SUV had some pretty unique styling that was more like what’s seen on sedans and hatchbacks. This made it way cooler-looking than most modern SUVs in this segment. The SUV already had interesting angles, lines and curves, and this latest incarnation carries on that styling, but things have been sharpened up in a f... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16665 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 17:01:35 +0200 Amelia Morris isn’t your average football-playing schoolgirl.The 10-year-old has managed to score a massive 143 times in only one season.Morris finished as the top scorer at her club Gurnos FC in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales. To give those teams playing against her team a chance to score as well, Morris was often taken off halfway through games.But, Morris’ athletic talents aren’t only limited to f... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16623 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 21:43:55 +0200 It’s not every day that UFC star Conor McGregor agrees to fake punch someone, but the Irishman did just that as part of an advertising campaign. And then things went south, by accident.The Irishman agreed to fake fight the Miami Heat mascot, Burnie as part of a stunt to promote a pain relief spray. The stunt took place during the third quarter of Game 4 of the NBA Finals in Miami.The stunt happe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16613 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 18:42:54 +0200 Brad Binder turned Saturday’s qualifying for the MotoGP into a record-breaking event.The South African managed to clock 366.1 km/h at Monza.The previous record of 363.6km/h was set by Spain’s Jorge martin in 2022.Before breaking the current record on Saturday, Binder shared the second-fastest top speed record of 362.4km/h with Johann Zarco. That record was set in 2021.Unfortunately, Binder cra... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16600 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 17:14:16 +0200 Former Bafana Bafana coach Clive Barker has passed away. He was 78.His death was announced via a statement by his family.“It is with profound sadness that the family of former Bafana Bafana coach Clive Barker announce his passing on Saturday, 10 June after a brave battle with Lewy Body Dementia.“We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the medical professionals who cared for Clive ove... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16599 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 17:10:56 +0200 A ball girl being hit by a ball was the reason for a doubles match during the French Open to be ended controversially.The game between Sara Sorribes Tormo from Spain and Marie Bouzkova from the Czech Republic and their opponents Miyu Kato from Japan and Inodensia’s Aldila Sutjiadi ended during the second set of the third round.CNN reports that Kato innocuously hit the ball to the back of the cou... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16567 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:53:05 +0200 The Range Rover Sport has always been the choice of the elite, from royalty to crime bosses (same thing really) and everyone with money in between. They seem to be damn good too, and as a flagship to the range, they have every conceivable onboard safety system and driver aid as part of the deal, all while being covered in the finest materials. They’re usually pretty damn fast too, hence why bad ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16542 Wed, 31 May 2023 11:45:59 +0200 Tennis star Rafael Nadal has announced that he will be retiring next year.The clay champion announced earlier this month that we won’t be competing in this year’s French Open due to a hip injury. The injury has been plaguing him since the Australian Open in January.As part of the announcement that he won’t be competing this year, he also announced that 2024 will be his final year as a profes... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16499 Sun, 21 May 2023 20:21:00 +0200 Lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart has just become the world’s oldest Sports Illustrated cover star.For this year’s swimsuit edition, she shares the cover with Megan Fox, Kim Petras and Brooks Nader.The 81-year-old told People magazine that she didn’t even think twice when she was asked.“It should have been 30 years ago. That would have been great. It was not a goal I set for myself, but once ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16495 Thu, 18 May 2023 18:18:17 +0200 This weekend’s Italian F1 Grand Prix has been called off.This comes after Italy’s transport minister requested that the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix be postponed in the wake of the deadly flooding in the northeast parts of the country.Authorities asked for the postponement to allow them to focus on rescue efforts in the area.So far, eight people have died and around 5,000 people have been evacuat... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16486 Wed, 17 May 2023 20:47:25 +0200 In the spirit of this year’s innumerable motoring-related anniversaries, we bring you yet another one from Germany - Audi in particular. Fast Audi cars started 40 years ago, and in that time Quattro and RS models have dominated the sales and race charts like few others can claim. It’s sort of what you expect by a brand that was moulded using the legendary Nürburgring-Nordschleife racetrack as... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16475 Tue, 16 May 2023 12:40:15 +0200 ABT Sportsline is a well-known global leader in high-quality aftermarket components and tuning options for the most elite cars from the Volkswagen and Audi Group (VAG). With over 125 years of experience, our legacy dates back to the establishment of an innovation workshop by Johann Abt, a renowned blacksmith, in 1896. ABT Sportsline has a proud history of pushing the boundaries, often resulting in... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16459 Thu, 11 May 2023 16:47:07 +0200 A bull broke free of its handler at a rugby league match in France, creating havoc.The match took place at the Gilbert Brutus stadium in Perpignan on Friday between the Catalans Dragons and St Helens.The bull was next to the field as part of an exhibition to honour local breeding in the area and promote the meat business held by the club’s chairman, Bernard Guasch.The match was broadcasted on lo... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16438 Sun, 07 May 2023 16:25:47 +0200 Audi is responsible for creating some great cars over the years, there are some properly iconic models that have a worldwide, cult-like fan base and one of those is the Audi TT. I know I”m getting old because in my head the TT is about 10 years old, but it actually saw worldwide release way back in 1998. In typical Audi fashion, the far was something completely different, sort of like a squished... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16427 Wed, 03 May 2023 10:10:58 +0200 Every now and then an automaker just gets it right, and in Honda’s case, they’ve done it a few times. In most cases, these cars wear a Type R badge, but if you know your stuff, one of the most praised and sought-after Hondas was never released in Type R-spec, but the car was just that damn good that no one really even realised it was missing. Well, California-based Evasive Motorsports did, and... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16388 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 13:34:59 +0200 Engines are being fine-tuned, suspension is being dialled in, and the excitement is palpable with race teams and fans finalising logistics for the 13th annual Simola Hillclimb in Knysna. Volkswagen SA has just set the internet alight with its Simola-related news - the automaker just announced its line-up of drivers and cars that will be trying to tame the hill. In amongst the competitors is one of... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16315 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 12:55:41 +0200 Former Brazilian F1 driver Nelson Piquet has been fined almost $1 million for racist and homophobic comments he made against Lewis Hamilton.A court statement said that “the substitute judge of the 20th Civil Court of Brasilia sentenced former Formula 1 driver nelson Piquet Souto Maior to pay R$5 million in compensation for collective moral damages, to be allocated to funds for the promotion of r... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16240 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 14:21:13 +0200 Blake Johnston has managed to set a new world record for the longest surfing session.The 40-year-old Australian beat South African Josh Enslin’s previous record of 30 hours and 11 minutes by surfing for 40 hours.He set the world record at Cronulla bean in Sydney.During the session, he dodged swarms of jellyfish and rode more than 700 waves. As he surfed back to shore, the hundreds of supporters ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16210 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 13:54:33 +0200 The Bugatti EB110 Super Sport is a car that was way ahead of its time, like way, way ahead. The EB110 was the first real modern Bugatti that was produced under the uncompromising leadership of entrepreneur and enthusiast Romano Artioli, and in true supercar style, it was destined to have a limited number of units built. There were only 30 examples of the Super Sport were built, and part of this wa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16195 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 16:57:33 +0200 Carmakers all have that one model that’s been talked about since the day it first rolled off the production line, and when it comes to the world of BMW there are actually quite a few models that fit the bill. Out of all the different models that could be “the one”, opinions will differ but a large percentage of BMW fanatics will most certainly list the original BMW M3 as the most iconic. It�... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16172 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 16:43:17 +0200 Even before I know anything about the history of the AC Cobra, I was a fan. I grew up in Kempton Park and not too far away in Boksburg there was a place that assembled the legit AC Cobra cars for customers. There were always a few seen around on weekends with open pipe rumbling V8s purring around. Also, there used to be a bunch of components for these cars made here in SA, so it makes sense they w... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16158 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:22:22 +0200 Tennis great Novak Djokovic has surpassed German Steffi Graf as the player to spend the most weeks at number 1 in the world.The Serbian is currently number 1 on the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) ranking for the 378th week. The ATM ranking system began in 1973.Graf held the top spot for 377 weeks before Djokovic took over that position this week.In a video message to his fans shared by ... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16117 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 18:52:01 +0200 The 5-round Intercontinental GT Challenge just saw the latest round take place, and it was a local race at Kyalami Racetrack in Jo’burg, and while the event only saw 9 cars on track, initial feedback is that it was a pretty decent day of racing. While the GT cars were a highlight, the actual race wasn’t that exciting thanks to just nine cars spread over the 4.5-kilometre racetrack. While there... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16107 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 09:52:38 +0200 Los Angeles Laker star LeBron James has passed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar as the most prolific scorer in NBA history.Abdul-Jabbar had a 39-year-old record that many believed would never be broken.James passed a total of 38,387 points after scoring during a game against Oklahoma City Thunders.The game was interrupted to celebrate this iconic moment. Abdul-Jabbar sat courtside as he witnessed James in acti... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16038 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 14:06:00 +0200 Former Springbok captain Jean de Villiers has been described as a hero in the picturesque town of Paarl in the Western Cape.De Villiers and his wife were shopping at The Boer & Butcher when he saw a man slipping chocolates into his bag.“I watched him the whole time without him seeing that I was watching him.”The man then proceeded to walk out of the store.“When I looked again, he just sl... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=16033 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 21:00:09 +0200 The limited edition 911 Sport Classic is the title of one of the cars destined for the exclusive four-car collection from Porsche’s Heritage Design strategy, two of which have been released so far in the planned 1250-unit production run. This offering for the exclusive collection follows the retro-classic-styled 997-based 911 Sport Classic that was released back in 2009. When they said the colle... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15946 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:28:58 +0200 Limited edition cars are in fact rather plentiful. There are loads of them around from every automaker that we know of, you also can’t hit up any kind of event without seeing a limited edition car roll up. Of course, the actual car that’s branded as a limited edition is limited in numbers, hence the name. Some automakers have started a range of collectable cars, from Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15920 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 11:05:03 +0200 A couple in the UK has been the latest victims of an international syndicate stealing cars in the UK and sending them to Africa.Anthony and Danielle Wilson from Essex woke up to find their Range Rover had been stolen. It’s believed the couple has been followed by the thieves for some time before the car was stolen.“Police had said there was a chance that I’d been followed because they’d ob... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15887 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 12:52:35 +0200 Tennis legend Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with stage 1 breast and throat cancer.The 61-year-old discovered an enlarged lymph node in her neck during a tennis tournament in November 2022. She underwent testing and that's when doctors discovered stage 1 throat cancer and later stage 1 breast cancer.Navratilova announced the news in a statement."This double whammy is serious but still fixa... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15856 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 16:47:04 +0200 Brazilian football icon Pele has died at the age of 82.The three-time World Cup winner fought a fierce battle with kidney problems and colon cancer. He underwent surgery related to colon cancer in September 2021 and then underwent chemotherapy.His death was announced by his daughter on Instagram: “everything we are is thanks to you. We love you infinitely. Rest in peace”.Pele was widely regard... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15846 Fri, 30 Dec 2022 12:01:17 +0200 There’s a handful of small capacity manufacturers that create some amazing track-focused racecars that have amassed a cult-like following the world over. One of these is Radical Motorsport and they produce a very popular range of cars under the SR nameplate, and the car has evolved over the years with improvements to all facets to make it faster, sharper and more competitive. We know they can be... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15809 Thu, 22 Dec 2022 09:12:11 +0200 Well-known soccer journalist Grant Wahl has passed away.The 49-year-old collapsed in a press room at a stadium during the quarterfinal match of the Fifa World Cup between Argentina and the Netherlands.In a statement, Qatari officials said that Wahl “received immediate medical treatment on site, which continued as he was transferred by ambulance to Hamad General Hospital”.Wahl, who had been twe... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15755 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 15:58:03 +0200 The Opel Astra in wagon form has always been a popular seller in the markets that its available in around the world. We haven't had one here in SA since it was simply called the Opel Astra Estate that was taken off the market in the late 90s. It’s a pity because even in the aftermarket scene that I spend a lot of time in, I hear local Opel fanatics complaining that other manufacturers still have... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15745 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 15:27:05 +0200 We’ve showcased all manner of Bugatti Chiron over the years, and in this SXdrv writer’s opinion it’s the best one that’s ever been created. That black on black look is absolutely stunning. What you see is another amazing incarnation of the Chiron called the Pur Spor Ct, the black beauty is fitted with Bugatti’s iconic powerplant that’s rated at 1 500 hp with a monster 1 600 Nm from the... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15719 Fri, 02 Dec 2022 14:02:37 +0200 Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto has resigned. The 53-year-old’s last day will be on 31 December.During last season’s constructors’ championship, Ferrari finished second. The team’s number one driver Charles Leclerc also ended second after Max Verstappen from Red Bull took the drivers’ championship.It’s believed that Binotto resigned following a series of Ferrari errors which play... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15704 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 16:56:05 +0200 It seems as if Japan did not only win the former world champs Germany at the 2022 World Cup, but also the hearts of fans across the world.Japanese fans are used to cleaning up after themselves when they leave a public place, including sports stadiums. After their team beat Germany 2 – 1, Japanese fans cleaned up the area inside the Khalifa International Stadium where they were seated.But the adm... https://newslive360.com/article.php?id=15686 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 14:32:58 +0200