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WTT Star Contender Ljubljana / Men's Singles

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WTT Star Contender Ljubljana / Women's Singles

21

3

Wuhan Open

28

4

FIBA 3x3 World Cup / Men

30

6

WTT Contender Zagreb / Women's Singles

9

6

WTT Contender Zagreb / Men's Singles

9

6

Snooker British Open

11

11

World Rugby U20 Champ.

18

11

Wimbledon / Men's sin.

40

11

Wimbledon / Women's sin.

37

14

Women's EURO

60

14

WTT United States Smash / Men's Singles

6

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The English FA Cup, also known as the Football Association Challenge Cup, is one of the oldest and most prestigious football competitions in the world. It was first held in 1871-72, making it the first football competition in history. The tournament is open to all clubs in the English football league system, from the top-level Premier League down to amateur village teams, giving smaller clubs the chance to compete against the giants of English football.

The FA Cup is known for its potential for 'giant killings', where lower-ranked teams beat top-level opponents. This unpredictability and drama have made the FA Cup a beloved part of English football culture. The final, held at Wembley Stadium in London, is one of the biggest events in the English sporting calendar.

The FA Cup is also significant because it was instrumental in the early development of football. It helped to standardize the rules of the game and was a key factor in football's spread and increasing popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, the FA Cup is considered an important trophy for English clubs, and winning it is often seen as a mark of success for a team and its manager.