On This Day in ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë’ Sporting History – May 14 |14 May 2026
Doris Marguerite flew 1.35 metres to set up a new girls’ high jump record (Photo: ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë’s Archives)
Sport Rewind, May 14 through the years
ÌýEach day, ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë turns back the pages of its sporting archives, revisiting the reports that once brought the rhythm of local and international sports into the homes of readers across the country. This feature focuses on articles published on May 14 in previous years, highlighting not when the events happened, but when they were documented and shared with the public through the newspaper.
Over the decades, ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë has served as a living record of the nation’s sporting journey, capturing moments of triumph, resilience, disappointment, and discovery.
Its archives reflect the steady growth of sports in ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë, shaped by the commitment of athletes, coaches, officials, and communities who have contributed to its development across generations.
From football stadiums filled with anticipation, to athletics meets, boxing bouts, volleyball showdowns, basketball encounters, cycling races, and many other disciplines, the newspaper has consistently brought these moments to life on its pages.
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