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Ferrari's Leclerc hopes year of the horse a good omen in China

Charles Leclerc said Thursday he hoped the Chinese year of the horse would bring Ferrari luck in Shanghai after a torrid race there 12 months ago.

Verstappen jokes new F1 cars 'more like Mario Kart'

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said Thursday he was not having much fun driving the new era of Formula One cars, joking he was "practising with Mario Kart" because it was more realistic than his simulator.

North Korea vow no more protests in Women's Asian Cup

North Korea pledged Thursday there will be no more sideline protests during their Women's Asian Cup quarter-final with Australia after causing a stir against China.

Alonso fears more pain in China with struggling Aston Martin

Fernando Alonso said Thursday he expects another difficult weekend wrestling with his new Aston Martin at the Chinese Grand Prix after failing to finish the season-opener in Australia.

Djokovic ousted by Draper at Indian Wells as Alcaraz marches on

Novak Djokovic was dumped out by Jack Draper in a slugfest Wednesday as the defending champion won 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (7/5) to reach the quarter-finals at Indian Wells.

Bane powers Magic over Cavs for fifth NBA win in a row

Desmond Bane scored 35 points, including a crucial late three-pointer, to spark Orlando's 128-122 victory over visiting Cleveland on Wednesday, stretching the Magic win streak to five games.

Force bank on veterans Beale and Bridge to dictate againt Hurricanes

Western Force are banking on veterans Kurtley Beale and George Bridge to help turn around their Super Rugby season, with the pair charged with running a daunting game on Friday against the Wellington Hurricanes.

Italy, USA and Canada advance at World Baseball Classic

Unbeaten Italy advanced to the World Baseball Classic quarter-finals by routing Mexico 9-1 on Wednesday, allowing the fancied collection of United States stars into the last eight as well.

England can win World Cup despite Six Nations blip, says May

Former international winger Jonny May believes that England could still win the World Cup under Steve Borthwick despite the team's Six Nations struggles.

Messi stuck on 899 goals after 0-0 Miami draw at Nashville

Lionel Messi was denied his 900th career goal on Wednesday as reigning MLS champion Inter Miami played a 0-0 draw at Nashville in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

Slipper made to wait for record-breaking Super Rugby appearance

James Slipper will have to wait another week for his record-breaking 203rd Super Rugby appearance after he was left out of the table-topping ACT Brumbies' squad to face Fijian Drua.

Socceroos coach Popovic taps rugby supremo Jones ahead of World Cup

Australia coach Tony Popovic has tapped former Wallabies and England rugby supremo Eddie Jones for advice ahead of the World Cup, gleaning "a lot of information" from him.

Brilliant Alcaraz still perfect heading into Indian Wells quarter-finals

Carlos Alcaraz reached the Indian Wells quarter-finals for a fifth straight year with a sparkling 6-1, 7-6 (7/2) victory over Casper Ruud on Wednesday, extending his perfect start to 2026.

Rosenior defends Jorgensen after 'keeper gaffe costs Chelsea against PSG

Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior defended Filip Jorgensen after the Danish goalkeeper's mistake sparked a late collapse which saw his side lose 5-2 to a rampant Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Wednesday.

PSG hit five to stun Chelsea in Champions League last 16

A gift by Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen and two late goals by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave title holders Paris Saint-Germain a stunning 5-2 win over the English side in a thrilling Champions League last 16, first leg on Wednesday.

Real Madrid batter Man City as PSG sink Chelsea in Champions League

Federico Valverde scored an unlikely hat-trick as Real Madrid trounced Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie Wednesday, while holders Paris Saint-Germain beat Chelsea 5-2.

PSG hit five to stun Chelsea in Champions League last 16, first leg

A gift by Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen and two late goals by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave title holders Paris Saint-Germain a stunning 5-2 win over the English side in a thrilling Champions League last 16, first leg on Wednesday.

Swiatek routs Muchova to reach Indian Wells quarter-finals

Two-time champion Iga Swiatek barreled into the Indian Wells quarter-finals on Wednesday, beating in-form Czech Karolina Muchova 6-2, 6-0.

Warriors star Curry out at least 10 more days with sore knee

Golden State Warriors star guard Stephen Curry, who has missed the team's past 15 games with a bruised right knee, will miss at least another 10 days, the NBA team announced on Wednesday.

Bodo/Glimt down Sporting to continue dream Champions League debut

Bodo/Glimt continued their dream debut Champions League campaign by swatting aside Sporting Lisbon 3-0 on Wednesday to take a big step towards the quarter-finals.

Real Madrid run riot as Valverde treble stuns Man City

Federico Valverde's superb first-half hat-trick helped Real Madrid demolish Manchester City 3-0 in a surprise Champions League last 16 first leg rout on Wednesday.

Tottenham's Kinsky thanks support after Champions League 'nightmare'

Tottenham goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky has vowed to bounce back from his "nightmare" after being hauled off by Igor Tudor just 17 minutes into his Champions League debut against Atletico Madrid.

McIlroy is 'game-time decision' for Players Championship

Rory McIlroy, recovering from a back injury, said Wednesday he will be a "game-time decision" when it comes to defending his title this week at The Players Championship.

Arteta lauds goalscorer Havertz on Leverkusen return

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta called Kai Havertz's last-minute penalty against his former side Bayer Leverkusen in their Champions League last-16 tie on Wednesday an "extraordinary" tale.

Cracknell senses Wales close to ending Six Nations losing streak

Olly Cracknell believes Wales are making significant progress in their bid to end a 15-game losing streak in the Six Nations.

Late Havertz penalty snatches Arsenal draw at Leverkusen

Kai Havertz scored an 89th-minute penalty to snatch Arsenal a 1-1 draw away against Bayer Leverkusen in their Champions League last-16 first leg on Wednesday.

Dortmund extend deal with in-demand Nmecha until 2030

Borussia Dortmund on Wednesday announced the extension of Felix Nmecha's contract by two years until 2030.

All-conquering Mullins lands Champion Chase with Il Etait Temps

Irish trainer Willie Mullins's juggernaut motored on as Il Etait Temps won the Queen Mother Champion Chase, the feature race on the second day of the Cheltenham Festival, on Wednesday.

Iran 'welcome to compete' in World Cup, says Trump

US President Donald Trump would "welcome" Iran's participation at the upcoming World Cup in North America, despite the ongoing Middle East war, the White House said on Wednesday.

Scotland can handle Six Nations pressure, says Darge

Rory Darge says Scotland can handle the intense pressure as they prepare for Saturday's Six Nations clash against Ireland with a chance to win the title.

Vingegaard seizes control of Paris-Nice with stage 4 win

Two-time Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard took control of the Paris-Nice stage race with victory on Wednesday's fourth stage marred by lashing rain, cross-winds and crashes.

Bayern trio Musiala, Davies and Urbig sidelined with injuries

Bayern Munich's Jamal Musiala, Alphonso Davies and Jonas Urbig will all miss matches after picking up fresh injuries in Tuesday's 6-1 Champions League win at Atalanta.

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