Junior Boks star fullback Luan Giliomee's red card has been overturned.

Cricket South Africa honoured the country's top performers at its annual awards ceremony, with Aiden Markram, Laura Wolvaardt and Simon Harmer emerging as the night's biggest winners.

Rory McIlroy remained hopeful he can recover from shooting two over par after his opening round of the British Open that left the Masters champion seven shots off the lead.

Stage 12 of the Tour de France unfolded over a predominantly flat route offering yet another opportunity for the sprinters to shine.

Athletes are often celebrated for their talent and ability to perform under pressure.