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Kyren Wilson and John Higgins reach International Championship snooker final

Kyren Wilson and four-time world champion John Higgins were set to contest the 2026 International Championship final in Nanjing for a £175,000 first prize.

New Zealand and Tonga meet for place in Rugby League World Cup final

New Zealand face Tonga in the 2026 Rugby League World Cup semi-final at Newcastle International Sports Centre in Australia.

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Nadal begins Madrid farewell with victory over teen Blanch

Rafael Nadal breezed to a straight sets victory over 16-year-old Darwin Blanch to reach the Madrid Open second round on Thursday as he began his farewell appearance in the Spanish capital.

O'Sullivan open to offers from potential rival snooker tour

Ronnie O'Sullivan is open to offers from a potential rival snooker tour as the former world champion warned he would walk away from the sport if he felt under-valued.

Robinson's maiden fifty takes New Zealand to 178-7 in 4th T20I

Opener Tim Robinson hit a maiden half-century before Pakistan kept New Zealand down to 178-7 with a three-wicket haul by pace bowler Abbas Afridi in the fourth Twenty20 international in Lahore on Thursday.

Nys holds on in Tour de Romandie for first big win

Thibau Nys grabbed the overall lead in the Tour de Romandie on Thursday when he had enough energy left to outsprint the remnants of a day-long breakaway.

Osaka stumbles against Samsonova, Gauff sails through in Madrid Open

Liudmila Samsonova brought former world number one Naomi Osaka's return to clay to a halt in the second round of the Madrid Open on Thursday with a 6-2, 4-6, 7-5 victory.

Courtois can return next week: Madrid coach Ancelotti

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Thursday that injured goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois could return from injury as soon as next week.

WADA ask 'independent prosecutor' to examine Chinese swimmers case: statement

The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) has asked an independent prosecutor to review its handling of the case where 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for a prescription heart drug.

Boris Becker discharged from bankruptcy: lawyer

Former German tennis star Boris Becker has been discharged from bankruptcy by a London court following a deal with his debtors, the 56-year-old's German lawyer said Thursday.

Osaka stumbles against Samsonova in Madrid Open

Liudmila Samsonova brought former world number one Naomi Osaka's return to clay to a halt in the second round of the Madrid Open on Thursday with a 6-2, 4-6, 7-5 victory.

'Miles to go', says Dyche as Everton eye revival

Everton manager Sean Dyche insists his club still have "miles to go" in their bid for a sustained revival despite the shock 2-0 win over Liverpool that should secure their Premier League survival.

Saudi oil giant Aramco agrees major FIFA sponsorship deal

Saudi Arabia's state oil giant Aramco and world football governing body FIFA on Thursday announced a major sponsorship agreement until the end of 2027.

Spanish govt to 'oversee' scandal-hit football federation

The Spanish government decided Thursday to create a commission to 'oversee' the country's scandal-hit football federation (RFEF) and try to pull it out of crisis.

Slot philosophy could suit Liverpool: Van Dijk

Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said Arne Slot's attacking tactics could be the ideal match for the Premier League club if the Feyenoord boss wins the race to succeed Jurgen Klopp.

Xavi and Barca remain tied in marriage of convenience

Xavi Hernandez and Barcelona's relationship seemed on the rocks in January but they have made the decision to stay together in a marriage of convenience.

President, fan support key in decision to stay: Barca coach Xavi

Xavi Hernandez said Thursday he has decided to stay on as Barcelona coach for a "cocktail of reasons", including support from key figures at the club and supporters.

French Open has 'fingers crossed' for Nadal appearance, say organisers

French Open organisers have their "fingers crossed" that Rafael Nadal will be able to play this year's event, tournament director Amelie Mauresmo said on Thursday.

Five things to know about Anfield-linked Arne Slot

Arne Slot, the Feyenoord coach reportedly the subject of talks between the clubs about joining Liverpool, is known as a passionate leader who gets the most out of his player and demands a strong work ethic.

Norman sees Adelaide success as blueprint for all LIV Golf events

Entertainment, star names and awareness of culture are the three key ingredients Greg Norman has used to build LIV Golf, with the Australian confident the formula can be transplanted anywhere to capitalise on pent-up demand.

Heat barrage stuns Celtics, Thunder thrash Pelicans

The Miami Heat unleashed a barrage of three-pointers to score a series-leveling 111-101 upset over the top-seeded Boston Celtics in their NBA Eastern Conference playoff duel on Wednesday.

Hernandez on target as Columbus down Monterrey in Champions Cup semi

Cucho Hernandez was on target as Columbus Crew defeated Mexico's Monterrey 2-1 in their CONCACAF Champions Cup semi-final first leg clash in Ohio on Wednesday.

Paris dream of swimming in the Seine finally within reach

Going for a dip in the Seine on a hot summer's day has been the pipedream of many a Parisian since swimming in the river was formally banned a century ago.

Heat's three-point barrage stuns Celtics to level playoff series

The Miami Heat unleashed a barrage of three-pointers to score a series-levelling 111-101 upset over the top-seeded Boston Celtics in their NBA Eastern Conference playoff duel on Wednesday.

Klopp's Liverpool farewell fizzles out tamely

Jurgen Klopp's nearly nine years at Liverpool have been filled with memorable milestones but an unwanted first of his reign leaves his final few weeks at Anfield with little left to play for.

Liverpool need Arsenal, Man City 'crisis' to win Premier League - Klopp

Jurgen Klopp conceded Liverpool need a collapse from Arsenal and Manchester City to win the Premier League after a shock 2-0 defeat at Everton on Wednesday.

Liverpool's title bid rocked by Everton, Man Utd survive Blades scare

Liverpool's Premier League title bid suffered a devastating blow in a 2-0 defeat at Merseyside rivals Everton, while Manchester United spared Erik ten Hag's blushes with a 4-2 victory against lowly Sheffield United on Wednesday.

Monaco win makes PSG wait for Ligue 1 title

Monaco's 1-0 win over Lille on Wednesday left Paris Saint-Germain to wait at least until this weekend before securing yet another French Ligue 1 title.

Xavi to remain Barcelona coach, club tells AFP

Xavi will remain as coach of Barcelona, the Spanish giants told AFP on Wednesday, despite having announced in January that he planned to quit at the end of the season due to the "cruel and unpleasant" nature of the job.

Liverpool lose at Everton to leave Premier League hopes in ruins

Everton secured their first win in a Merseyside derby at Goodison Park since 2010 to leave Liverpool's Premier League title aspirations in ruins after a 2-0 defeat on Wednesday.

Fernandes spares Ten Hag's blushes as Man Utd survive Blades scare

Bruno Fernandes eased the pressure on under-fire Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag as his double inspired a nervous 4-2 win against Sheffield United on Wednesday.

Xavi to remain Barcelona coach: club to AFP

Xavi will remain as coach of Barcelona, the Spanish giants told AFP on Wednesday, despite having announced in January that he planned to quit at the end of the season.

McIlroy open to resuming PGA Tour board role if wanted

Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he is ready to return to the PGA Tour's policy board if wanted, believing he can help reunite the golfing world following the acrimonious civil war with LIV Golf.

Mbappe, Dembele leave PSG poised to celebrate Ligue 1 title

Paris Saint-Germain could be confirmed as French Ligue 1 champions once again later on Wednesday after Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe both scored twice in a 4-1 win at Lorient.

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