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Renshaw ends long wait to put Australia on top in first S.Africa Test

Matt Renshaw batted with icy calm until he ended a near decade wait for a Test century before the Australia batsman allowed his emotions to take over on the second day of the first Test against South Africa on Saturday.

Romero claims Atletico late win at Alaves

Cristiano Romero's header in the 87th minute earned Atletico Madrid a narrow 2-1 win at 10-man Alaves on Saturday, taking Diego Simeone's side second in La Liga.

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Comeback queen Zheng strikes again for US Open quarter-final berth

Olympic gold medallist Zheng QinWen pulled off another incredible comeback Monday to stun six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek and reach the US Open quarter-finals.

Third absence for injured Hadjar as Lawson fills in again in Spain

Isack Hadjar, who has missed the last two grand prix with a wrist injury, will again be absent from this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, his Red Bull team announced on Monday.

Willemse replaces Kolbe for Springboks' All Blacks series decider

Damian Willemse will replace the injured Cheslin Kolbe at full-back in two changes named by South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus on Monday for this weekend's series decider against New Zealand in Baltimore.

Zheng shocks Swiatek in another incredible US Open comeback

Olympic gold medallist Zheng Qinwen, who had to come through US Open qualifying, stunned six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-3 to reach the quarter-finals on Monday.

Andreeva survives in three sets against Potapova

Fifth-seeded French Open champion Mirra Andreeva of Russia shook off a slow start to beat Anastasia Potapova 5-7, 6-4 6-3 on Monday and punch her ticket to the US Open quarter-finals.

'Impressive' Alcaraz has Shelton in sights in US Open quarter-final

Carlos Alcaraz is at his "truly impressive" best as far as Ben Shelton can see, but the American is eager for his shot at the seven-time Grand Slam champion in the US Open quarter-finals.

Bowling coach Noffke says Pakistan's off-field issues are nothing new

Bowling coach Ashley Noffke said on Monday there was "always something going on in the background" of Pakistan cricket after officials announced an investigation into the squad's conduct during their woeful tour of England.

England quick Archer in 'good place' after injuries

England paceman Jofra Archer believes he is now in a "good place" after a succession of career-threatening injuries but said there had been some benefits from lengthy spells on the sidelines.

Mbappe embraces Ballon d'Or talk after historic World Cup exploits

Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe said Monday it was natural for people to consider him as a potential Ballon d'Or winner this year after his World Cup exploits.

Pietersen joins England coaching team ahead of World Cup

Kevin Pietersen has joined England's white-ball coaching team as a "specialist mentor" in the build-up to next year's World Cup in southern Africa.

Fury claims Joshua bout is off, calls for Usyk trilogy

Tyson Fury claims Anthony Joshua is backing out of their much-anticipated all-British heavyweight showdown and has challenged Oleksandr Usyk to a trilogy fight.

China's teenage 223cm basketball player 'just a little girl'

Chinese teenage basketball player Zhang Ziyu stands 223cm (7ft 4in) and towers over opponents at the Women's World Cup -- but off the court she's "just a little girl".

African players in Europe: Mbeumo fires solo goal as United draw

Cameroon striker Bryan Mbeumo scored a superb solo goal for Manchester United, who surrendered the lead twice in a 2-2 Premier League draw against Everton at the weekend.

Australian Rules limits contact training to reduce concussion

Australian Rules football's governing body on Monday announced limits on contact training in a bid to reduce concussion cases that have long blighted the sport.

Philippine sensation Eala looks forward to Asian Games 'fun'

Philippines sensation Alexandra Eala said she can't wait to experience the "really fun environment" of the Asian Games after a battling defeat in the third round of the US Open.

Mourinho's Real Madrid European revival bid starts with Inter reunion

When Jose Mourinho left Inter Milan for Real Madrid in the summer of 2010, after leading the Italian outfit to Champions League glory, he was at the peak of his powers.

Ohtani 'unlikely' to pitch again this season, says Dodgers manager

Los Angeles Dodgers two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani is unlikely to pitch again this season, team manager Dave Roberts said Sunday.

World number one An sends Asian Games warning with China hat-trick

Badminton world number one An Se-young sent a warning for the Asian Games as she clinched her third China Masters title in a row in ominous fashion.

Driver thanks 'superhero' rival for saving him from flaming race car

A British racing driver thanked a "superhero" rival for pulling him from the flaming wreckage of his car after a horror crash in Shanghai, saying the quick response saved his life.

PSG go for three in a row as Champions League returns

Another UEFA Champions League season gets going this week with the beginning of the league phase as Paris Saint-Germain bid to join the tiny band of clubs to have won the competition three years running.

"Super-human' Alcaraz books US Open quarter-final clash with Shelton

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz posted his most convincing win in his injury return at the US Open, downing Tommy Paul in straight sets on Sunday to line up a quarter-final clash with Ben Shelton.

Shelton steams into US Open quarter-final clash with Alcaraz

Eighth-seeded Ben Shelton overpowered former world number three Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-2, 6-3, 6-4 on Sunday to book a US Open quarter-final date with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.

Pegula tops Cirstea to reach US Open quarter-finals

Former US Open finalist Jessica Pegula defeated Sorana Cirstea of Romania in straight sets Sunday to advance to the quarter-finals at Flushing Meadows.

Under-fire Labuschagne named in Australia Test squad for South Africa

Under-pressure batsman Marnus Labuschagne was retained Monday by Australia for their Test tour of South Africa, with Cooper Connolly, Matthew Kuhnemann and Michael Neser also included in a 16-man squad.

Enjoying the moment: Alcaraz steps it up to reach US Open quarter-finals

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, gaining confidence with every match, cruised into the US Open quarter-finals on Sunday with a comprehensive victory over Tommy Paul.

Tiafoe tops Medvedev in straight sets at US Open

American Frances Tiafoe swept passed former US Open champion Daniil Medvedev in straight sets Sunday to advance to the quarter-finals of the US Open.

Zverev seeks US Open last eight as Osaka faces Rybakina

Top-seeded Alexander Zverev headlines the action at the US Open on Monday, taking on Luciano Darderi for a place in the quarter-finals.

La Rochelle half-backs lead fightback against Toulouse

La Rochelle fought back from a brilliant 12-minute burst by visiting Toulouse to beat the defending champions 30-27 with the last kick of the opening round of the Top 14 season on Sunday.

Alcaraz turns up heat to reach US Open quarters

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz posted his most convincing win so far, downing Tommy Paul in straight sets Sunday to reach the US Open quarter-finals, where two-time women's champion Aryna Sabalenka will meet Wimbledon winner Linda Noskova.

Gatti salvages Juve draw with AC Milan in Serie A

Federico Gatti came off the bench and scored an injury-time equaliser as Juventus snatched a 1-1 draw with AC Milan in Serie A on Sunday.

Defending champion Alcaraz powers into US Open quarter-finals