Chelsea forward Sam Kerr is on trial for causing racially aggravated harassment to a police officer in London. The incident occurred after Kerr and her partner were taken to a police station by a taxi driver who claimed they refused to pay clean-up costs. Kerr allegedly made abusive and insulting comments towards the officer, calling him “stupid and white.” The officer initially did not mention the impact of the comments in his statement, but later provided further evidence after the Crown Prosecution Service requested it. Kerr denies the charges, claiming the comments did not amount to harassment.
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Ju Wenjun outclasses rival Tan Zhongyi to retain women’s world chess title
Chinese grandmaster Ju Wenjun has secured her fifth title at the 2025 Fide Women’s World Championship in Chongqing, defeating rival Tan Zhongyi 6½–2½. Ju, who has held the title since 2018, demonstrated her dominance by winning four consecutive games, marking her most decisive victory to date. The match underscored their nearly decade-long rivalry, with Ju successfully defending her crown against the very opponent who once eliminated her from the championship. Full Article
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