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Swiatek, Linette take Poland past Spain into BJK Cup quarter-finals

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World number two Iga Swiatek defeated Paula Badosa 6-3, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1 to take Poland into the Billie Jean King Cup …

Wales coach Jenkins urges players to 'get back on the horse'

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Wales players need to unshackle themselves and "get back on the horse" when they take on Australia on Sunday, according …

Zverev reaches ATP Finals last four, Alcaraz out

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Alexander Zverev secured a spot in the last four of the ATP Finals on Friday with 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 victory over Carlos …

Kerevi back for Australia against Wales, Suaalii on bench

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Centre Samu Kerevi was named in Australia's match-day XV to play Wales in Cardiff on Sunday, with last week's …

Springboks skipper Kolisi wary of England's 'gifted' Smith

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South Africa captain Siya Kolisi believes England fly-half Marcus Smith's ability to "do something when nothing is …

Japan hammer Indonesia to edge closer to World Cup spot

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Japan hammered a hapless Indonesia side 4-0 on Friday, extending their lead at the top of qualifying for the 2026 World …

Zverev reaches ATP Finals last four, Alcaraz on brink of exit

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Alexander Zverev secured a spot in the last four of the ATP Finals on Friday with 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 victory over Carlos …

Zverev reaches ATP Finals last four with set win against Alcaraz

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Alexander Zverev secured a spot in the last four of the ATP Finals on Friday after winning the first set of his final …

Rozner overtakes McIlroy and Hatton for Dubai lead

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Antoine Rozner hit a flawless seven-under-par 65 to overtake Rory McIlroy and Tyrrell Hatton on top of the leaderboard …

Veteran Ranieri has 'no time for mistakes' on Roma return

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Claudio Ranieri admitted Friday that he needs to hit the ground running in his third spell as Roma coach with his …

Amorim says Man Utd is 'where I'm supposed to be'

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Ruben Amorim believes he is "where I am supposed to be" after his first week as Manchester United's new manager.

Van Nistelrooy says he will 'cherish' Man Utd memories in farewell message

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Ruud van Nistelrooy said Friday he would "cherish the memories" of his time at Manchester United in an emotional …

Chris Wood hits quickfire double in NZ World Cup qualifying romp

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Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood continued his red-hot form with two goals in as many minutes for New Zealand in an …

Kyrgios to make competitive return at Brisbane next month after injuries

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Nick Kyrgios will make his return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International ahead of the Australian Open, …

Australian World Cup penalty hero Vine takes mental health break

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Australian Women's World Cup hero Cortnee Vine said Friday she is stepping away from football to focus on her mental …

Pepi gives Pochettino win for USA in Jamaica

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A fifth-minute goal from Ricardo Pepi gave Mauricio Pochettino's United States a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their CONCACAF …

'Hell to heaven' as China reignite World Cup hopes with late winner

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China's long-suffering football fans went from "hell to heaven" after a dramatic 1-0 win in Bahrain reignited the …

Tyson slaps Paul in final face-off before Netflix bout

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Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson slapped opponent Jake Paul as the two men faced off for the final time on …

New Zealand challenge 'immense but fantastic' for France

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Fabien Galthie's France welcome in-form New Zealand on Saturday to Paris with the hosts hoping to build on the victories …

Under pressure England boss Borthwick in Springboks' spotlight

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England coach Steve Borthwick leads his side into Saturday's match against world champions South Africa at Twickenham in …

All Blacks plan to nullify 'freakish' Dupont, says Lienert-Brown

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New Zealand centre Anton Lienert-Brown described France scrum-half Antoine Dupont as a "freakish player" ahead of the …

Argentina fall in Paraguay, Brazil held in Venezuela

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World champions Argentina suffered a 2-1 defeat to Paraguay while rivals Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw at Venezuela as …

New Zealand's prolific Williamson back for England Test series

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Prolific batsman Kane Williamson was Friday included in New Zealand's Test squad to face England after missing their …

England wrap-up T20 series win over West Indies

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England beat West Indies by three wickets in their T20 international in Saint Lucia on Thursday to take an …

Stewards intervene to stop Israel, France football fans clash at Paris match

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Stewards had to intervene at the Nations League match between France and Israel on Thursday to stop fans of both nations …

Italy and security-tight France lock up Nations League quarter-final spots

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Italy ensured qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals with a victory over Belgium on Thursday that also …

Cricket at 2028 Olympics could be held outside Los Angeles

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Cricket might be forced to make its Olympic return outside Los Angeles, 2028 Games organisers said on Thursday, …

New Zealand's Southee to quit Test cricket after England series

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Former New Zealand captain Tim Southee said Friday the team's upcoming Test series with England would be his last, with …

Japan into BJK Cup quarter-finals as Slovakia stun USA

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Shuko Aoyama and Eri Hozumi took Japan into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2013 on …

Olympics 'above politics' say LA 2028 organisers after Trump win

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The re-election of Donald Trump to the US presidency will have no bearing on preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles …

Carsley hails England's strength in depth as understudies sink Greece

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Lee Carsley claimed England's 3-0 win against Greece showed the strength in depth that awaits Thomas Tuchel when he …

Undefeated Chiefs lose kicker Butker to knee injury

Nov 14 2024

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will undergo left knee surgery and miss the next four games for the undefeated …

Wallabies winger Vunivalu signs for La Rochelle

Nov 14 2024

Wallabies winger and former rugby league star Suliasi Vunivalu has signed for French Top 14 club La Rochelle, saying …

Vinicius misses penalty as Brazil held in Venezuela

Nov 14 2024

Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw at Venezuela with Vinicius Junior missing a penalty in their CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier …

World's tallest teen Rioux won't make college debut until 2025

Nov 14 2024

Canadian giant Olivier Rioux, dubbed the World's Tallest Teen by Guinness World Records, must wait until 2025 to make …

Ace helps Jeon grab share of LPGA Annika lead with Hull

Nov 14 2024

South Korea's Jeon Ji-won made a hole-in-one on the way to a six-under par 64 and a share of the lead with England's …

Italy and France lock up Nations League quarter-final spots

Nov 14 2024

Italy ensured qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals with a victory over Belgium on Thursday that also …

Tonali shoots Italy past Belgium and into Nations League quarter-finals

Nov 14 2024

Sandro Tonali fired Italy into the Nations League quarter-finals with the only goal in Thursday's 1-0 win over Belgium …

Osimhen strike books Nigeria place at Africa Cup of Nations

Nov 14 2024

A late equaliser from Victor Osimhen stamped Nigeria's ticket for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday while …

Sinner cruises past Medvedev to complete perfect ATP Finals group stage

Nov 14 2024

Jannik Sinner capped a perfect group stage at the ATP Finals with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Daniil Medvedev on Thursday which …

England ignore star absences to sink Greece

Nov 14 2024

England's understudies ignored the controversy over Harry Kane's criticism of the team's absentee stars as they beat …

Rugby needs Wallaby 'superstar' Suaalii says Wales coach Gatland

Nov 14 2024

Wales rugby coach Warren Gatland believes "the game needs superstars" as his struggling side prepare to face Wallaby …

Unbeaten Chiefs visit Buffalo in NFL rivalry showdown

Nov 14 2024

Josh Allen-led Buffalo has beaten Kansas City in each of the past three NFL seasons, so the Bills have a solid chance on …

'Proud' new World Rugby chief Robinson vows to unify the sport

Nov 14 2024

Australia's Brett Robinson said it was a "proud moment" for him after he became the first chairman of World Rugby from …

England boss fears new directive risks rugby turning into Aussie rules

Nov 14 2024

A new law directive designed to create fairer aerial contests is in danger of turning rugby union into Australian rules …

England captain Kane axed for Greece clash after blast at absentee stars

Nov 14 2024

England captain Harry Kane was left out of the starting line-up for Thursday's Nations League clash with Greece just 24 …

Borthwick adamant England focus still sharp as Springboks await

Nov 14 2024

England coach Steve Borthwick insists talk about his own position is no distraction as he bids to end the team's losing …

Japan into BJK Cup quarter-finals for first time in 11 years

Nov 14 2024

Shuko Aoyama and Eri Hozumi took Japan into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2013 on …

Martin calls on rival Bagnaia for advice ahead of MotoGP title showdown

Nov 14 2024

Championship leader Jorge Martin suggested on Thursday that his nearest rival and close friend Francesco Bagnaia should …

Philadelphia completes lineup for Johnson's Grand Slam meets

Nov 14 2024

Grand Slam Track, the upstart athletics series founded by four-time Olympic champion sprinter Michael Johnson, announced …

Italy wing Capuozzo to miss Georgia game with concussion

Nov 14 2024

Italy wing Ange Capuozzo has been ruled out of this weekend's rugby union Test against Georgia in Genoa with concussion, …

Son hits 50th South Korea goal in World Cup win, Australia-Saudi stalemate

Nov 14 2024

Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to move South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday …

MLB Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees facility in Tampa

Nov 14 2024

The Tampa Bay Rays will play their 2025 season at the New York Yankees pre-season training facility in nearby Tampa, the …

McIlroy shares Dubai lead with Ballesteros mark in sight

Nov 14 2024

Rory McIlroy claimed a share of the first-round lead at the World Tour Championship in Dubai on Thursday as he closed in …

Son hits 50th South Korea goal in win, Australia-Saudi stalemate

Nov 14 2024

Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to put South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday …

Scotland must emulate Croatia's 'conveyor belt of talent': Clarke

Nov 14 2024

Steve Clarke believes Scotland can emulate Croatia's eye-catching success at major tournaments but must radically …

Fritz beats De Minaur to eye ATP Finals last four, Sinner through

Nov 14 2024

Taylor Fritz closed in on the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after coming from behind to beat Alex De Minaur …

Robinson edges Benazzi to succeed Beaumont as head of World Rugby

Nov 14 2024

Australia's Brett Robinson became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere after edging French …

England recall Steward and Van Poortvliet for South Africa Test

Nov 14 2024

England have recalled full-back Freddie Steward and scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet as they look to revive their November …

Doris expecting a 'proper test' against Argentina

Nov 14 2024

Ireland rugby captain Caelan Doris says Argentina have "gone up to another level" under head coach Felipe Contepomi and …

Springboks boss Erasmus expects England to 'play for Borthwick'

Nov 14 2024

South Africa supremo Rassie Erasmus expects the world champions to face an England team determined to ease the pressure …

Before Leicester, Ranieri's brush with glory with his beloved Roma

Nov 14 2024

Claudio Ranieri won the hearts of the football world when he took Leicester City to the 2016 Premier League title, but …

Australian Robinson edges Benazzi to head World Rugby

Nov 14 2024

Australia's Brett Robinson became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere after edging French …

All Blacks fly-half Barrett returns from concussion against France

Nov 14 2024

New Zealand head coach Scott Robertson said on Thursday it was a difficult choice to start Beauden Barrett over Damian …

US ski star Lindsey Vonn, 40, to attempt competitive return

Nov 14 2024

Former Olympic and world champion Lindsey Vonn said Thursday she will rejoin the US ski team aged 40 in a bid to return …

Ranieri comes out of retirement to lead hometown club Roma

Nov 14 2024

Claudio Ranieri took charge of his hometown team Roma on Thursday, coming out of retirement to become the Serie A club's …

Australian Brett Robinson graduates to rugby's top post

Nov 14 2024

New World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson faces a host of challenges but the matter of player welfare should be well …

Late drama as Saudis hold Australia in World Cup qualifier

Nov 14 2024

Saudi Arabia had a goal disallowed in added time as they ground out a scoreless draw against Australia on Thursday, a …

Springboks make 12 changes to team for England clash

Nov 14 2024

World champions South Africa have made a mammoth 12 changes to their starting side for Saturday's match against England …

Israel face France in Paris football match under tight security

Nov 14 2024

Israel face France in a Nations League football match in Paris on Thursday surrounded by a huge security operation to …

UEFA launches investigation into Premier League referee Coote

Nov 14 2024

UEFA has appointed an ethics and disciplinary inspector to investigate Premier League referee David Coote after a video …

Monaco Formula One GP extended until 2031

Nov 14 2024

Monaco has agreed a six-year contract extension to host the Formula One Grand Prix until 2031, organisers announced on …

Japan expect tough Indonesia test with World Cup spot in reach

Nov 14 2024

Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said Thursday he expects a tough test against an Indonesian team filled with European-born …

'In-form leader' Fickou starts for France against New Zealand

Nov 14 2024

France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Thursday Gael Fickou was "a leader" as the experienced centre was named among …

Fickou starts for France against New Zealand

Nov 14 2024

Experienced centre Gael Fickou is among four changes named by France head coach Fabien Galthie on Thursday for this …

For profit or for all? Argentine football clubs red-card Milei reforms

Nov 14 2024

A debate over the soul of football is raging in World Cup holders Argentina, pitting defenders of the social role of the …

New Zealand coach hails 'amazing' Chris Wood after fine Forest form

Nov 14 2024

Chris Wood's prolific goal-scoring for Nottingham Forest is unprecedented for New Zealand football and may never be …

Wembanyama hits another milestone with 50-point game for Spurs

Nov 14 2024

Victor Wembanyama became the fourth-youngest player to score 50 points in an NBA game when the 20-year-old Frenchman led …

Pumas seek historic win over 'hurt' Irish

Nov 14 2024

Ireland seek to rebound from an uncharacteristically sloppy performance in the 23-13 defeat to New Zealand by …

Advantage Martin as MotoGP reaches gripping climax in Barcelona

Nov 14 2024

For the second season running, MotoGP is serving up a nail-biting finale as Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia head into …

Mike Tyson, 58, back in ring to face Youtuber Paul

Nov 14 2024

Nearly 40 years after making his professional debut, and 19 years after being battered into retirement, a 58-year-old …

Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account, Ruud misses last four chance

Nov 14 2024

Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey …

Lyon and Chelsea stay perfect in Women's Champions League

Nov 13 2024

Lyon beat Roma 3-0 to maintain their 100 percent record in Group A of the Women's Champions League on Wednesday, while …

Another clean sheet for Onana as E. Guinea, I. Coast qualify

Nov 13 2024

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana kept a fourth clean sheet for Cameroon on Wednesday in Africa Cup of Nations …

Kane disappointed by England Nations League withdrawals

Nov 13 2024

Harry Kane says he is disappointed by the high number of withdrawals from the England squad this week, insisting the …

Football 'world order' is changing, says Brazil coach

Nov 13 2024

The "world order" of football is shifting, Brazil's coach Dorival Junior said ahead of a World Cup qualifier Thursday …

Maiden century by Varma gives India unbeatable series lead

Nov 13 2024

Tilak Varma hit a maiden international century as India beat South Africa by 11 runs in the third Twenty20 international …

England will not change 'DNA' against South Africa, says Slade

Nov 13 2024

Henry Slade says England will resist the temptation to "shut up shop" against South Africa as they seek to end a …

Sri Lanka beat New Zealand to go 1-0 up in ODI series

Nov 13 2024

Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando both slammed centuries to set up a convincing 45-run victory for Sri Lanka in the …

Spurs coach Popovich suffered 'mild stroke', says NBA team

Nov 13 2024

San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich suffered a "mild stroke" earlier this month but is expected to make a full …

Fernandes hopes Amorim can 'change the energy' at Man Utd

Nov 13 2024

Bruno Fernandes hopes new manager Ruben Amorim can "change the energy" at struggling Manchester United after the …

'Legend' Healy set to equal O'Driscoll record against Pumas

Nov 13 2024

Veteran Irish prop Cian Healy is set to equal Brian O'Driscoll's record of 133 Irish caps after being named on the bench …

Gatland battling 'pain' during tough Wales rebuild

Nov 13 2024

Warren Gatland says he "didn't think there would be this much pain" when he returned to coach Wales for a second time as …

McIlroy aims for glory on happy hunting ground in Dubai

Nov 13 2024

Rory McIlroy gave himself an eight out of 10 for the 2024 season that promised much but delivered only two titles, but …

Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account

Nov 13 2024

Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey …

Record stand propels Sri Lanka to 324-5 against New Zealand

Nov 13 2024

Top-order batsmen Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando both slammed centuries to lead Sri Lanka to an imposing 324-5 in the …

S.Africa football chief arrested on fraud, theft charges

Nov 13 2024

South African Football Association (SAFA) president Danny Jordaan was arrested and charged Wednesday with using the …

Barca's Fati sidelined with hamstring injury

Nov 13 2024

Barcelona winger Ansu Fati has been ruled out for four weeks after suffering a hamstring injury, the Catalan club said …

Gatland changes four for crunch WalesTest against Australia

Nov 13 2024

Under-pressure Wales coach Warren Gatland has made four changes from the side beaten by Fiji to face Australia in …

Performance not results counts for Pumas coach Contepomi

Nov 13 2024

Argentina's impressive set of results in the Rugby Championship breeds confidence but for Felipe Contepomi it is more …

Australia boss warns of 'desperate' Saudis in World Cup qualifier

Nov 13 2024

Australia coach Tony Popovic said Wednesday he is expecting an energetic Saudi Arabia "desperate" for a result under new …

Curry dazzles on Thompson's return as Warriors down Mavs

Nov 13 2024

Stephen Curry scored 37 points as the Golden State Warriors spoiled Klay Thompson's return to the Bay Area with a …