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The Age
18 hours ago
- Sport
- The Age
Princess Ingrid Alexandra to study in University of Sydney
London: She's jumped from a plane at 20,000 feet, commanded a fighting vehicle in Norway's icy north and scrubbed barracks floors as part of her military service. But now, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is preparing for a very different kind of challenge: student life at the University of Sydney. The 21-year-old, who is second in line to the Norwegian throne, will relocate to Australia in August to begin a three-year Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on international relations and political economy, the Royal House of Norway confirmed. Crown Princess Mette Marit, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Crown Prince Haakon Magnus of Norway attending the Norwegian Constitution Day at their residence in Oslo. Credit: Getty Images The first child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit is poised to one day become Norway's first queen regnant for more than 600 years. The last was Queen Margaret, who ruled Norway, Denmark and Sweden from 1387 to 1412. She will be living at St Andrew's College, one of the university's most prestigious student residences, known for its strong alumni network, sandstone halls, and prominent traditions. The college's principal, Dr Daniel Tyler, confirmed the news, first reported by the MailOnline, in an email to students. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life,' he wrote. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' Princess Ingrid Alexandra has been focused on environmental protection and international affairs in recent years. Credit: Getty Images University of Sydney's vice-president, Kirsten Andrews, told Norwegian broadcaster NRK: 'We're very glad that Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra has chosen to study at the University of Sydney. University officials look forward to welcoming her and helping her get acquainted with university life and her studies.' Ingrid Alexandra's passion for sport and the outdoors is well documented: she's a junior surfing champion, a keen skier, and trains in kickboxing. Her father has joked that if he were not heir to the throne, she 'would have liked to have been a pro surfer on the World Tour.' But in recent years, she has increasingly focused on environmental protection and international affairs – interests that now form the foundation of her studies.
New Straits Times
19 hours ago
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Jun Hao gets free pass into Singapore Open second round
KUALA LUMPUR: Leong Jun Hao received a free pass today into the second round of the Singapore Open, but the real battle is just beginning for the Malaysian shuttler. The world No. 25 received a walkover from China's Lei Lan Xi, handing him a timely boost in his quest to replicate his quarter-final finish at this Super 750 event last year. The Singapore Open holds fond memories for Jun Hao, who stunned two-time champion Anthony Ginting en route to the last eight last year before bowing out to Denmark's Viktor Axelsen. This week, however, comes with added pressure. Jun Hao has not progressed beyond the last 16 in any of his seven World Tour outings so far this year and is in danger of slipping further down the rankings if he fails to deliver in Singapore. The walkover sets up a mouthwatering second-round clash against Indonesia's world No. 5 Jonatan Christie, who overcame Ireland's Nhat Nguyen 23-21, 21-16 in his opener. Despite the gap in rankings, Jun Hao has proved he can rise to the occasion. He holds a 2-2 head-to-head record against Jonatan, though the Indonesian had the upper hand in their last meeting at the All England, winning 21-11, 21-19. National singles coaching director Kenneth Jonassen, the 2004 Singapore Open winner himself, sees the walkover as a mixed blessing. "I think you always take a free pass in the first round. Of course, you would like to play in the arena, but you can't get both," said Jonassen.
Sydney Morning Herald
a day ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps royal duties for student life in Sydney
London: She's jumped from a plane at 20,000 feet, commanded a fighting vehicle in Norway's icy north and scrubbed barracks floors as part of her military service. But now, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is preparing for a very different kind of challenge: student life at the University of Sydney. The 21-year-old heir to the Norwegian throne will relocate to Australia in August to begin a three-year Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on international relations and political economy, the Royal House of Norway confirmed. The first child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, the princess is second in line to the Norwegian throne – after her father – and is poised to one day become Norway's first queen regnant for more than 600 years. The last was Queen Margaret, who ruled Norway, Denmark and Sweden from 1387 to 1412. She will be living at St Andrew's College, one of the university's most prestigious student residences, known for its strong alumni network, sandstone halls, and prominent traditions. The college's principal Dr Daniel Tyler confirmed the news, first reported by the MailOnline, in an email to students. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life.' he wrote. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' University of Sydney's vice-president Kirsten Andrews told Norwegian broadcaster NRK: 'We're very glad that Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra has chosen to study at the University of Sydney. University officials look forward to welcoming her and helping her get acquainted with university life and her studies.' Ingrid Alexandra's passion for sport and the outdoors is well documented: she's a junior surfing champion, a keen skier, and trains in kickboxing. Her father has joked that if he were not heir to the throne, she 'would have liked to have been a pro surfer on the World Tour.' But in recent years, she has increasingly focused on environmental protection and international affairs – interests that now form the foundation of her studies.
The Age
a day ago
- Sport
- The Age
Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps royal duties for student life in Sydney
London: She's jumped from a plane at 20,000 feet, commanded a fighting vehicle in Norway's icy north and scrubbed barracks floors as part of her military service. But now, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is preparing for a very different kind of challenge: student life at the University of Sydney. The 21-year-old heir to the Norwegian throne will relocate to Australia in August to begin a three-year Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on international relations and political economy, the Royal House of Norway confirmed. The first child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, the princess is second in line to the Norwegian throne – after her father – and is poised to one day become Norway's first queen regnant for more than 600 years. The last was Queen Margaret, who ruled Norway, Denmark and Sweden from 1387 to 1412. She will be living at St Andrew's College, one of the university's most prestigious student residences, known for its strong alumni network, sandstone halls, and prominent traditions. The college's principal Dr Daniel Tyler confirmed the news, first reported by the MailOnline, in an email to students. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life.' he wrote. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' University of Sydney's vice-president Kirsten Andrews told Norwegian broadcaster NRK: 'We're very glad that Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra has chosen to study at the University of Sydney. University officials look forward to welcoming her and helping her get acquainted with university life and her studies.' Ingrid Alexandra's passion for sport and the outdoors is well documented: she's a junior surfing champion, a keen skier, and trains in kickboxing. Her father has joked that if he were not heir to the throne, she 'would have liked to have been a pro surfer on the World Tour.' But in recent years, she has increasingly focused on environmental protection and international affairs – interests that now form the foundation of her studies.
West Australian
a day ago
- Sport
- West Australian
Gilmore eyeing more success on 2026 World Tour
For anything he may lack in physical stature, Goldfields cyclist Brady Gilmore makes up for in spades with steadfast determination and unwavering attention-to-detail. At just 172cm and 70kg, Gilmore packs a big punch — underpinned by stunning results that last week earned him a new three-year professional deal, and a crack at next year's lucrative World Tour. Gilmore, who is based at the epicentre of European cycling in Girona, Spain, earlier this year enjoyed his first two professional wins, via victories in two stages of the Tour de Rwanda. The 24-year-old also won the Circuit des Ardennes in France and the Tour de Taiwan. His father, well-known local businessman Chris Gilmore, said it had been an exciting start to the year for the 24-year-old. 'He signed that (new) contract on Thursday and is looking forward to not having to pay for anything anymore,' Chris Gilmore said. 'Girona is known as a Mecca for pro cyclists and it's been great for Brody, as one of the winningest riders in the world at the moment. 'He's had a fantastic start to the year.' It continues a stunning rise to international ranks for Gilmore, who only took up cycling in March 2020 and barely a year later he was over east contesting the national road series. In 2022, he stamped himself among the nation's brightest prospects with a high-profile victory at the Oceanic Continental Championships across 123.5km in Brisbane. Two years ago, he was part of the Australian under-23 team for the 2023 UCI world championships in Glasgow, but was stricken by illness. He still managed to finish mid-pack in the individual time trial. Gilmore spent years excelling as a motocross rider, including a three-year stint at a US training facility in Cairo, Georgia. But the onset of COVID-19 forced him back to WA.
