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2023 Biggest Sporting Moments – The Triumphs, Records And Challenges
2023 was a year of significant events in the world of sports, with historic victories, record-breaking performances, and challenges.
Spain won their first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup but faced controversy due to inappropriate behaviour towards footballer Jenni Hermoso.
Sportxparte recalls that former president of the Spanish football federation, Luis Rubiales, was punished weeks ago after he allegedly engaged in non-consensual kissing towards an England player, and subsequently kissed Spain’s Jenni Hermoso without her consent during the Women’s World Cup.
The FIFA disciplinary committee was informed about this incident. In a report released by FIFA days ago, it was stated that Rubiales displayed a complete disregard for consequences and acted with a sense of entitlement during the trophy ceremony following Spain’s 1-0 victory over England in Sydney on August 20. As a result, Rubiales received a three-year ban in October.
Australia secured world titles in cricket, with both men’s and women’s teams achieving victories.
Carlos Alcaraz won his second Grand Slam title at Wimbledon, making him the third youngest men’s singles champion in Wimbledon history.
LeBron James became the league’s all-time leading scorer, and the Denver Nuggets won their first NBA title.
Novak Djokovic set a new record by spending 400 weeks at the top of the world rankings.
South Africa defended their Rugby World Cup title, while golf saw the merger of the PGA Tour, European Tour, and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit.
Women’s football faced challenges such as inequality, unpaid wages, and poor conditions.
Lionel Messi moved to Inter Miami in Major League Soccer, and Manchester City‘s treble marked a memorable season.
Virat Kohli surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most ODI centuries, and Indian cricketer Virat Kohli achieved his 50th ton in the World Cup semi-final.
Anthony Joshua made a comeback and Tobi Amusan won the Diamond League title.
