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Cuba's historic homes teeter on brink as economy collapses

In Havana's old town, to walk on the pavement rather than the middle of the street is to take your life into your hands.

Ronaldo as excited for sixth World Cup as his first, says Martinez

Cristiano Ronaldo is preparing for his sixth World Cup as if it was his first, said Portugal coach Roberto Martinez as he hailed the 41-year-old as "an example and a reference for football."

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Fernandes 'proud' to match Premier League assists record

Bruno Fernandes said he was proud to match the Premier League assists record jointly held by "main names" Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne and is now targeting top spot on the charts.

Iran's World Cup football team leaves for Turkey: media

Iran's national football team was headed to Turkey on Monday to play a final friendly match and apply for visas to fly to the United States for the 2026 World Cup, Iranian media reported.

World Cup duo Ghana, Cape Verde not among AFCON top seeds

Ghana and Cape Verde have qualified for the 2026 World Cup, but neither team will be among the top seeds for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying draw in Cairo on Tuesday.

African players in Europe: Daring Semenyo wins final for City

Antoine Semenyo produced one of the great FA Cup final goals with an audacious back-flick that sealed a 1-0 win for Manchester City over Chelsea in the FA Cup final at the weekend.

Angry Chinese table tennis fans demand apology for flag gaffe

Angry Chinese table tennis fans have demanded an apology from the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) after the nation's flag appeared incorrectly on official merchandise.

Mitchell leads Cavs past top-seeded Detroit into NBA East finals

The Cleveland Cavaliers eliminated top-seeded Detroit from the NBA playoffs Sunday, dominating a decisive game seven 125-94, and will face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals.

Cleveland Cavaliers eliminate top-seeded Detroit from NBA playoffs

The Cleveland Cavaliers eliminated top-seeded Detroit from the NBA playoffs Sunday, dominating a decisive game seven 125-94, and will face the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals.

Who could be the 2026 World Cup's breakout star?

World Cups are where rising stars of football quickly transform into global icons.

Humble PGA champ Rai celebrates English, Indian, Kenyan heritage

Aaron Rai grew up hardworking and humble in central England, family examples developing the patterns that led to his victory on Sunday at the PGA Championship.

Frustrated McIlroy drops F-bomb in exchange with PGA heckler

Rory McIlroy yelled an obscenity at a heckler who disturbed his shotmaking at a crucial moment in Sunday's final round of the PGA Championship.

Defending champion Palou storms to Indy 500 pole

IndyCar king Alex Palou stayed on course to claim back-to-back Indianapolis 500 titles on Sunday after storming to pole position for the May 24 motorsport showpiece.

Messi shines as Inter Miami finally win at new stadium

Lionel Messi's goal and dazzling assist finally earned Inter Miami a first win at their new stadium Sunday, beating the Portland Timbers 2-0.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander wins second straight NBA MVP award

Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player for a second straight season on Sunday, the NBA confirmed.

International dive group joins Maldives search for missing Italians

An international dive safety group sent experts to the Maldives on Sunday to join a multinational recovery effort after five Italians and a rescue diver died in the Indian Ocean tourist destination's deadliest diving disaster, an official said.

Rai wins first major at PGA with back-nine birdie blitz

Aaron Rai won his first major title on Sunday by capturing the PGA Championship, making birdies on four of the last eight holes to become the first Englishman since 1919 to win the event.

Woad bags second LPGA title at Queen City Championship

England's Lottie Woad held her nerve to clinch a two-shot victory at the LPGA Queen City Championship in Ohio on Sunday, firing a one-under-par 69 to capture her first tour win on US soil.

Revived La Rochelle trounce Top 14 leaders Toulouse

La Rochelle kept alive their chances of a Top 14 playoff spot as they beat Toulouse 38-10 on Sunday, a defeat that prevented the reigning champions from clinching a top-two finish.

PSG beaten by Paris FC in Ligue 1 as Lille qualify for Champions League

Paris Saint-Germain lifted the Ligue 1 trophy but then lost 2-1 away to neighbours Paris FC on Sunday in their last game before the Champions League final against Arsenal, as Lille secured qualification for Europe's elite club competition on the final night of the French season.

Griezmann apologetic on emotional Atletico Madrid farewell

Antoine Griezmann bade farewell to Atletico Madrid fans on Sunday after playing his final home match for the club, and apologised again for his decision to leave for Barcelona in 2019.

Raging Neymar forced off by refereeing error as Santos lose

Neymar was involved in a furious dispute with match officials after he was substituted by mistake as his Santos team lost 3-0 to visiting Cortiba on Sunday.

Sinner extends Masters tournament streak on home turf, eyes French Open

Jannik Sinner has his eyes on a first Roland Garros title after winning the Italian Open on Sunday to claim a record-extending sixth consecutive Masters 1000 tournament victory.

England see off gutsy France to clinch another Women's Six Nations

Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach scored two tries apiece as world champions England sealed an eighth straight Women's Six Nations title with a 43-28 win away to France in Bordeaux on Sunday.

Sevilla safe despite Real Madrid defeat, Mallorca on brink

Vinicius Junior earned Real Madrid a 1-0 win at Sevilla on Sunday in La Liga in the penultimate round of fixtures, but results elsewhere mean the hosts have secured safety from relegation.

Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dead at 61

Scotland great Scott Hastings has died at the age of 61 after suffering from cancer, the Scottish Rugby Union announced Sunday.

Smalley tees off with PGA lead and stars in hot pursuit

Unheralded American Alex Smalley teed off with a one-stroke lead in Sunday's final round of the PGA Championship with a host of major winners trying to chase him down at Aronimink.

West Ham on brink of Premier League relegation, Man Utd seal third

West Ham's 3-1 defeat at Newcastle left Tottenham realistically only needing one more point to win the battle for Premier League survival, while Bruno Fernandes made history in Manchester United's 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

Starc takes four to keep Delhi alive in IPL

Australia's Mitchell Starc returned figures of 4-40 as Delhi Capitals kept their playoff hopes alive in the IPL with a five-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals on Sunday.

Modiba thunderbolt gives Sundowns victory in African final first leg

A thunderbolt free-kick from Aubrey Modiba gave South African club Mameloldi Sundowns a 1-0 win over Moroccan visitors FAR Rabat on Sunday in the CAF Champions League final first leg.

World champions England see off France to clinch another Women's Six Nations

Ellie Kildunne and Jess Breach scored two tries apiece as world champions England sealed an eighth straight Women's Six Nations title and fifth successive Grand Slam with a 43-28 win away to France in Bordeaux on Sunday.

Sinner wins Italian Open, extends Masters tournament streak

Jannik Sinner won the Italian Open on Sunday after beating Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4 to claim a record-extending sixth consecutive Masters 1000 tournament victory.

Putter powers sizzling Kitayama to record 63 at PGA

Kurt Kitayama matched the lowest final round in major golf history at the PGA Championship on Sunday, firing a bogey-free seven-under par 63 at pernicious Aronimink.

Scotland rugby great Scott Hastings dead at 61 - SRU