On This Day in Seychelles’ Sporting History – July 24 |24 July 2026

James Sicobo receiving his cup from Mr Payet (Photo: Seychelles NATION’s Archives)

Yesterday's headlines, today's inspiration

Every date in the Seychelles NATION archives holds a collection of sporting stories that reflect the passion, progress and perseverance of the nation’s athletes and sporting community. Through decades of reporting, the newspaper has documented memorable victories, defining moments and the steady development of sports in Seychelles.

Today, we revisit July 24, looking back at articles published on this day in previous years.

These reports highlighted the achievements of sportsmen and sportswomen, celebrated team successes, covered key competitions and recorded important milestones that have contributed to the country's sporting journey.

Although some of the events took place before the publication date, the articles capture the atmosphere and significance of those occasions, preserving them for future generations. Together, they provide a snapshot of how Seychelles sports have evolved through the years, both on and off the field of play.

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