One day after an emotional farewell at the Etihad Stadium, Pep Guardiola was honored with a large-scale celebration attended by players, former teammates, club legends and supporters as Manchester City formally marked the end of one of the most successful managerial reigns in modern football.

The event, held at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester, followed the club’s victory parade through the city and transformed what had been a tearful goodbye into a festive celebration of Guardiola’s achievements. Thousands of supporters packed the venue after spending the day lining the streets for a bus parade involving Manchester City’s men’s, women’s and youth teams.

Guardiola, 55, arrived alongside current players and club officials as the atmosphere shifted from reflection to celebration. The arrival of the team buses on either side of the stage drew loud cheers from supporters, while chants associated with several City stars echoed throughout the arena.

Among the players attracting attention was Rodri, who joined teammates in celebrating with supporters during the event. Fans repeatedly sang tributes to players including Bernardo Silva and John Stones, while chants dedicated to Guardiola underscored his enduring popularity among the club’s fan base.The evening also produced a significant announcement concerning City’s women’s team.

On stage, Khadija Shaw revealed that she would remain with the club despite speculation about her future. Shaw, one of the leading figures in women’s football, confirmed her commitment to Manchester City and expressed her desire to pursue further success with the team.

The announcement carried additional significance given Shaw’s recent performances. The striker finished as the Women’s Super League’s leading scorer, registering 21 goals in 22 matches during City’s title-winning campaign. Shortly after her appearance, confirmation of a new four-year contract was distributed to media covering the event.

Another notable participant was Noel Gallagher, one of Manchester City’s most prominent supporters. Gallagher shared a symbolic role in the farewell proceedings, having conducted Guardiola’s first major interview after the manager’s arrival at the club in 2016.

A decade later, Gallagher was again on stage to interview Guardiola during a ceremony that effectively closed the chapter on the manager’s time in Manchester. The exchange highlighted the close relationship that developed between Guardiola, the club and its supporters during a period that transformed City into one of Europe’s dominant football powers.

Throughout the evening, tributes focused not only on trophies and achievements but also on Guardiola’s influence on the club’s identity. Supporters celebrated a tenure that delivered sustained domestic and European success while reshaping the team’s style of play and global reputation.

The event concluded with Guardiola addressing those in attendance. After an evening filled with tributes, music, celebrations and memories from his years at the club, the departing manager ended his remarks with a brief message to supporters.“Thank you so much,” Guardiola said.

Those four words brought the celebration to a close, marking the end of an era that has left a lasting imprint on Manchester City and English football.

German billionaire investor Christian Angermayer is staking his latest business venture on a proposition that has alarmed much of the sporting establishment: that the future of elite competition lies in the open use of performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision.

Angermayer, whose investments have spanned biotechnology, cryptocurrencies and psychedelic medicine, is a leading supporter of the Enhanced Games, a controversial sporting event that permits athletes to use substances prohibited under conventional anti-doping rules.

Critics have labeled the project the “Steroid Olympics,” while its organizers argue it represents a new model for sport, health and human performance.The inaugural competition is scheduled to feature sprinting, swimming and weightlifting events.

Organizers say participating athletes will compete under a framework that allows the use of performance-enhancing substances, provided they are medically monitored.

According to data cited by Enhanced Games organizers, 36 of the 42 athletes entered in the event participated in a study examining drug use. Of those athletes, all but two reportedly used substances banned by traditional anti-doping authorities.

Organizers said 91% used testosterone, 79% human growth hormone, 41% erythropoietin (EPO) and 29% anabolic steroids.The figures underscore why the initiative has generated strong opposition from many sporting bodies, anti-doping officials and health experts, who have long warned about the risks associated with performance-enhancing drugs.

The Enhanced Games, however, argues that existing anti-doping systems have failed to eliminate drug use and that regulated enhancement offers a more transparent alternative.For Angermayer, the venture extends beyond sport.

He views the competition as a platform for broader acceptance of medical interventions aimed at improving performance, appearance and quality of life.Speaking about the concept, Angermayer questioned why medical treatments should be confined to addressing illness.

He argued that medically approved therapies supervised by physicians could be used proactively to help individuals achieve personal goals, whether related to athletic performance, aging or general well-being.The Enhanced Games business model reflects that philosophy.

Organizers hope public exposure to athletes openly using enhancement therapies could increase consumer interest in products marketed for performance, recovery and longevity. Among the products promoted through the broader ecosystem are testosterone-based treatments and peptide therapies associated with skin health and physical performance.

Supporters of the project argue that advances in biotechnology are already transforming medicine and that sport should adapt accordingly. Critics counter that normalizing performance-enhancing drugs risks encouraging unsafe use among amateur athletes and the broader public, particularly younger people who may seek competitive advantages without adequate medical oversight.

Angermayer remains convinced that public opinion will shift. He predicts the event will attract a large and politically diverse audience, introducing new consumers to enhancement therapies and challenging long-standing assumptions about anti-doping policies.

The billionaire’s confidence is consistent with his reputation for pursuing unconventional investments. Beyond biotechnology and financial markets, Angermayer is known for collecting rare fossils and dinosaur remains.

During a discussion of his collection, he described owning what he said is the largest triceratops skull ever discovered and also possessing a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton that he may sell for approximately $40 million.He said the triceratops skull is being installed in his London apartment, a process complicated by insurance requirements and the logistical challenge of moving such a large specimen into a residential property.

Yet even by Angermayer’s standards, the Enhanced Games may be his most ambitious undertaking. The initiative seeks to challenge decades of anti-doping norms that have shaped modern international sport, including policies enforced by organizations such as World Anti-Doping Agency and numerous international federations.

Supporters argue that technological and medical advances make traditional distinctions between natural and enhanced performance increasingly difficult to maintain. Opponents respond that the widespread acceptance of enhancement drugs would fundamentally alter the nature of athletic competition and increase pressure on athletes to use substances simply to remain competitive.

Angermayer believes the concept can eventually expand beyond current participants. He has suggested future editions could include well-known former athletes in their 40s and 50s attempting to approach performances from their competitive prime with the assistance of enhancement therapies.

Such proposals remain highly controversial and are likely to face continued scrutiny from sports governing bodies and medical experts. Questions surrounding athlete safety, informed consent, competitive fairness and the commercial promotion of enhancement drugs remain central to the debate.Despite those concerns, Angermayer appears undeterred.

He argues that enhancement technologies represent an inevitable part of the future and sees the Enhanced Games as an early step toward broader public acceptance of performance-focused medicine.Whether that vision gains mainstream support remains uncertain.

The project’s long-term viability will likely depend on audience interest, athlete participation, regulatory responses and the public’s willingness to embrace a model of sport built around openly enhanced performance.For now, Angermayer is placing a high-stakes wager that the concept will endure.

While skeptics question whether the Enhanced Games can survive beyond its initial years, the entrepreneur insists the movement is only beginning.

The visit, marked by high-level meetings and landmark policy shifts, has been described by Mohammed Alhamed, Founder and President of the Saudi Elite Group, as a reaffirmation of the Kingdom’s position as the “Capital of Global Peace.”

“This visit rebuilds a true commitment between these two allies,” Alhamed said, highlighting the potential for renewed cooperation in defense, security, and economic development. “It continues the joint mission of making the world a safer place,” he added.

Among the most significant outcomes of the visit is the reported removal of U.S. sanctions on Syria, a move made following a special request by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. If confirmed, this would signal a dramatic shift in U.S. foreign policy in the region, reflecting Riyadh’s increasing influence in shaping regional stability.

The visit also reaffirmed the Kingdom’s ambitious investment strategy, with $600 billion earmarked for American products and industries, spanning defense, healthcare, energy, technology, infrastructure, and even sports. These investments are expected to generate thousands of jobs on both sides and deepen economic interdependence between the two nations.

Trump’s reception in Riyadh, complete with ceremonial grandeur and strategic substance, mirrors the significance Saudi Arabia places on its relationship with the United States. It also reflects the Kingdom’s broader vision of regional diplomacy—one that emphasizes economic partnership, peace-building, and pragmatic diplomacy.

For Washington, the renewed engagement signals a return to trusted allies in the Gulf, while for Riyadh, it’s a clear sign of global recognition of its central role in international affairs.

As Alhamed noted, this visit doesn’t just signal the strengthening of bilateral ties—it may well mark the beginning of a new era of strategic equilibrium in the Middle East.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the tally a “momentous achievement”, saying in a post on the X social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, “The people of India are thrilled that we have reached a remarkable milestone of 100 medals.”

India is fourth in the medals table, comfortably above fifth-placed Uzbekistan and behind China, Japan and South Korea at the games in the eastern Chinese city.

The South Asian giant was eighth at the continental sports showpiece five years ago in Jakarta, with 70 medals, their best at the time, including 16 golds.

“I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our phenomenal athletes whose efforts have led to this historic milestone for India,” Modi said. “Every awe-inspiring performance has made history and filled our hearts with pride.”

Kabaddi, a game that began in India, is akin to a cross between tag and rugby, played on a court the length of badminton court but slightly wider, usually in a seven-against-seven player format.

The aim is for a “raider” from the attacking team to run into their opposing team’s half, tag as many of the opposition’s players as possible and then run back to his or her team’s half without being tackled.

India had targeted 100 medals for the games, which end on Sunday, Bhupender Singh Bajwa, India’s chef de mission for the Asian Games, told Reuters.