Oscar Pistorius says he accidentally shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on February 14. The state alleges the couple may have argued and he intentionally killed her. Photo: Alexander Joe / AFP / Getty Images
On the day that would’ve been Reeva Steenkamp’s 30th birthday, boyfriend Oscar Pistorius appeard in the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court to find out what charges he would face.
Another South African sport star who had an “appearance” in court was Bob Hewitt, who has been charged with rape and sexual assault.
In brighter athletics news, Johan Cronje made history for South Africa by claiming the only medal for the team at the World Athletics Championships in Moscow.
Other notable victories around the globe came from Rafael Nadal and Victoria Azarenka who won the respective Cincinnati Open titles, as well as MotoGP rookie Marc Marquez who charged to victory in the Indianapolis Grand Prix.
High five,
Ed
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