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Jack Harvey won Bermuda’s first medal at the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, yesterday [July 30]. Harvey claimed bronze in the men’s 50 metres backstroke A final at the Juan Pablo Duarte Aquatic Centre, finishing in 25.33sec. The 23-year-old, who competed at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, won his heat …

Somerset overcame a delayed start to seize control on the opening day of Cup Match at Somerset Cricket Club today [July 30]. After winning the toss and electing to bat, the holders reached 276 for six off 63.1 overs at the close after play was delayed by rain and safety concerns involving scaffolding at the …

Bermuda joined fellow Caribbean nations in paying tribute to one of the region’s greatest sporting icons when the Barbados Olympic Association held a memorial ceremony at the Athletes’ Village during the Central American and Caribbean Games in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, yesterday [July 29]. The ceremony coincided with the funeral of Sir Garfield Sobers in …

Bermuda forward Nahki Wells scored as Luton Town cruised to a 5-0 victory over Sky Bet League Two side Walsall in a behind-closed-doors pre-season friendly at The Brache yesterday [July 29]. Wells, introduced shortly after the hour mark with Luton leading 4-0, completed the scoring with a composed finish. Luton play in League One. Related …

Bermuda sprinter Norre Robinson suffered a hamstring injury during the men’s 200 metres heats at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow yesterday [July 29]. Robinson pulled up in heat eight and was unable to finish the race. Jarita Vickers, the Bermuda team manager, told Bernews: “He started really well coming off the first turn. “However, exiting …

Bermuda cricketer Okera Bascome helped Coventry & North Warwickshire First XI to a three-wicket victory over Rugby First XI in the Warwickshire County Cricket League Premier Division on Saturday [July 25]. Batting first, Rugby were bowled out for 115 in 34.2 overs, with wicketkeeper Bascome taking three catches. In reply, Coventry & North Warwickshire reached …

Discus thrower Tiara DeRosa hopes to break her national record when she competes at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow today [July 30]. The 28-year-old warmed up for the Games by breaking her previous national record after finishing third at the Throw Town Ramona meeting, part of the Oklahoma Throws Series, with a throw of 51.10 …

The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] expressed its condolences following the passing of BFA Legend Granville “Sam”, “The Cat” Nusum. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Football Association [BFA] wishes to express its deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences to the families, teammates, and friends on the recent passing of BFA Legend Granville ‘Sam’, ‘The Cat’ Nusum. “In …

Bermudian footballer Blayz Borgesson has signed for Sky Bet Championship club Burnley after leaving National League North side Radcliffe. The first-year professional earned the move after impressing during Radcliffe’s record-breaking run to the first round proper of the FA Youth Cup, which led to a successful trial with Burnley. Borgesson joined Radcliffe’s academy as a …

Terryn Fray believes Somerset Cricket Club have the depth and winning mentality to extend their 14-year reign as Cup Match champions when they face challengers St George’s at Somerset Cricket Club. Somerset have made three changes to the side that drew with St George’s at the Wellington Oval last summer, with colt Jaden Manders, Jermal …

Bermudian harness pony racing driver Kiwon Waldron was part of a rare three-way dead heat in harness racing at Harrah’s Hoosier Park in Indiana. Competing in Race Two of the Pace class, the Bermudian drove Stop The Vanity to the finish in an official time of 1:54.0, with the top three horses crossing the line …

Miguel Power finished 15th overall at the ILCA UK Open & National Championships after completing 13 races at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. Competing in the ILCA 6 fleet, the Bermudian recorded 140 net points to finish in the top 15 of the final standings. Power recorded six top-10 finishes during the 13-race …

The latest design in Bernews’ weekly Wallpaper Wednesday series features cartoon-style young cricket players representing Somerset and St. George’s ahead of Cup Match. The design is available in two sizes; a Facebook profile cover image and also in a vertical format, ideally sized for use as a mobile phone wallpaper, WhatsApp status image or Instagram …

The Bermuda women’s national team claimed an impressive 1-0 win over Jamaica in group B at the Field Hockey Stadium in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, at the Central American and Caribbean Games yesterday [July 29]. Chrysda Smith scored the winning goal. Elsewhere at the CAC Games, swimmer Elan Daley finished sixth in the women’s 50 …

Officials urged the public to prioritise safety during the upcoming Cup Match holiday weekend as they outlined coordinated security, road safety and emergency response plans at a press conference today. A police spokesperson said, “At a press conference today [Tuesday, 28th July 2026], Acting Commissioner of Police Na’imah Astwood, Acting Commanding Officer of the Royal …

Bermuda cyclist Conor White is set to become the island’s first track cyclist to compete at the Commonwealth Games when he takes to the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome in Glasgow. White, who arrived in Glasgow yesterday [July 27], competed in the time-trial and road race at the 2022 Birmingham Games but has since adapted to …

Miguel Power moved up one place overall at the ILCA UK Open & National Championships after another day of racing at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. The Bermudian sailor started the day in 16th place and climbed to 15th overall after finishing 19th, 17th and 27th in the day’s three races. Power has …

Bermudian cyclist Conor White claimed a runner-up finish and a top-five result during two days of racing at the South London Grand Prix at Herne Hill Velodrome in London. White placed ninth in the men’s elite 10km scratch race before finishing thirteenth in the elimination race. He returned to the track for the men’s omnium, …

The Government presented Somerset Cricket Club with a $70,000 cheque to support hosting the 2026 Cup Match Classic. The presentation highlighted the event’s cultural significance and preparations for this year’s holiday celebration. A Government spokesperson said, “Premier the Hon. David Burt, JP, MP, was joined by the Minister of Tourism & Transport, Culture & Sport, …

Bermuda’s under-15 girls produced a strong final-day showing at the Goombay Cup, defeating hosts the Bahamas 4-1 before narrowly losing 1-0 to eventual champions the Cayman Islands. Bermuda entered the final day needing victories in both matches to claim the title and responded with an impressive performance against the hosts before pushing the Cayman Islands …

Bermuda’s under-15 girls produced a strong final-day showing at the Goombay Cup, defeating hosts the Bahamas 4-1 before narrowly losing 1-0 to eventual champions the Cayman Islands. Bermuda entered the final day needing victories in both matches to claim the title and responded with an impressive performance against the hosts before pushing the Cayman Islands …

Ralph Scott said he is relishing the challenge of competing in NCAA Division I men’s basketball after joining the University of Tennessee ahead of the new season. The 18-year-old freshman, a 6ft 8in small forward, signed with Tennessee from IMG Academy in Florida. He was ranked the No 77 overall prospect in the Rivals Industry …

Somerset defeated St. George’s 511-461 using the Stableford scoring system to win the Ocean View Cup Match Golf Tournament. Somerset secured the 50-point victory through overall roster depth, claiming six of the top 10 individual finishing positions and sharing the top spot on the leaderboard. Somerset’s Dwayne Pearman and Jonathan James finished tied for first …

Governor Andrew Murdoch is in Glasgow, Scotland, supporting Bermuda’s team at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, where the island is being represented in athletics, track cycling and swimming. Bermuda’s athletics contingent features Jah-Nhai Perinchief, Norre Robinson and Nirobi Smith-Mills in the men’s events, with Caitlyn Bobb, Sakari Famous and Tiara DeRosa competing in the women’s events, …

Bermudian filmmaker and screenwriter Sia Spence has won the 6th MARPSA Screenwriting Competition with her feature screenplay, A Holiday Choice. The screenplay, set in Bermuda, is a holiday drama about healing, forgiveness, self-worth and finding love. Ms Spence said the screenplay was partly inspired by her own life. ”Writing A Holiday Choice became more than creating …

Leilanni Nesbeth made her first appearance for Como Women as the Italian side suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat away to Juventus Women in their opening pre-season friendly at the Allianz Training Center in Vinovo. The talented Bermudian midfielder, who recently joined the team, was named in the starting line-up for the match. Como took the …

Miguel Power moved to 16th overall after the fourth day of the ILCA UK Open & National Championships at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. The Bermudian sailor started the day in 13th place and finished with 96 net points after three races. Power opened the day with a 13th-place finish before placing 22nd …