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Sinner, Swiatek, Gauff launch US Open title bids

World number one Jannik Sinner opens his bid for back-to-back US Open titles on Tuesday as former champions Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff set out to reclaim the women's crown at Flushing Meadows.

A cut above: new-look Alcaraz eases into US Open round two

Carlos Alcaraz unveiled a striking new hairstyle before giving towering Reilly Opelka the chop at the US Open on Monday.

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Tuchel urges tired England to find 'energy' in Andorra qualifier

Thomas Tuchel insists England should not be expected to thrash Andorra when they face the minnows in Saturday's World Cup qualifier after a gruelling season.

Alcaraz set for 'great' French Open final after advancing past injured Musetti

Carlos Alcaraz is anticipating a blockbuster Roland Garros final against either top seed Jannik Sinner or 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic after the reigning champion advanced past an injured Lorenzo Musetti in the last four on Friday.

Defiant Postecoglou proud of Spurs reign despite sacking

Ange Postecoglou insisted he was proud of his turbulent Tottenham reign despite being sacked on Friday as the Australian claimed he had defied the odds by ending the club's trophy drought.

'Too much risk': Musetti forced to abandon French Open semi-final

Italian eighth seed Lorenzo Musetti said he was "really sad and disappointed" after a thigh injury put paid to his French Open semi-final with reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz on Friday.

Minnie Hauk wins Epsom Oaks for dominant O'Brien

Minnie Hauk came out on top in a duel with stablemate Whirl to win the Epsom Oaks on Friday, giving trainer Aidan O'Brien his 11th win in the fillies' Classic.

Postecoglou sacked by Spurs despite ending trophy drought

Ange Postecoglou was sacked as Tottenham manager on Friday, just 16 days after the Australian ended the club's 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League.

Alcaraz reaches French Open final, Sinner to face Djokovic

Reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz reached the French Open final as Lorenzo Musetti retired injured from their last-four tie on Friday, ahead of world number one Jannik Sinner's clash with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic.

Reigning champion Alcaraz into French Open final as Musetti retires

Carlos Alcaraz took his Roland Garros title defence all the way as he booked his spot in the final after eighth seed Lorenzo Musetti retired injured in the fourth set of their semi-final on Friday.

Roma unveil 'right man' Gasperini as new coach

Gian Piero Gasperini was unveiled as new coach of Italian side Roma on Friday after nine hugely successful years at the helm of Atalanta.

Indian police detain four after deadly cricket stampede

Indian police Friday detained four people including a senior executive at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, after 11 fans were crushed to death during celebrations for the team's first IPL title.

World's top two clash for French Open crown as Sabalenka faces Gauff

World number one Aryna Sabalenka targets a French Open title that would "mean the world" in a tantalising final against second-ranked Coco Gauff at Roland Garros on Saturday.

Sinner faces Djokovic as reigning champion Alcaraz eyes French Open final

World number one Jannik Sinner locks horns with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic in the French Open semi-finals Friday, as Carlos Alcaraz tries to keep his title defence on track against Lorenzo Musetti.

Beckham to be awarded knighthood by King Charles: reports

David Beckham will be awarded a knighthood by King Charles III next week in recognition of his football career and his charity work, reports said Friday.

Crusaders thump Reds to book Super Rugby semifinal spot

The Canterbury Crusaders are through to the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals after a 32-12 victory over the Queensland Reds on Friday.

Uzbekistan coach says historic World Cup spot for 'our entire people'

Uzbekistan's coach said "this victory belongs to all of us" after steering the Central Asian nation to the World Cup for the first time in their history.

Canada, US, Mexico brace for World Cup extravaganza

The largest and most complex World Cup in history kicks off in just over a year's time, with the United States, Canada and Mexico co-hosting the football extravaganza against a backdrop of political tension triggered by Donald Trump.

Indian police arrest two after deadly cricket stampede: reports

Indian police have arrested two people including a senior executive at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, reports said Friday, after 11 fans were crushed to death during celebrations for the team's maiden IPL title.

China fans savage team again after latest World Cup flop

Fed-up Chinese football fans and pundits expressed dismay Friday after the country's World Cup dreams were torpedoed following a crushing qualifying defeat in Indonesia.

SGA says Thunder have what it takes to rebound from game one heartbreaker

Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander said the Thunder must stick to the principles that made them the best team in the NBA regular season as they seek to bounce back from a devastating loss to Indiana in game one of the NBA Finals.

South Korea turn focus to 2026 after sealing World Cup spot

Coach Hong Myung-bo immediately turned his thoughts to next year's World Cup in North America after South Korea secured qualification following a turbulent campaign.

Haliburton's last-second shot lifts Pacers over Thunder in NBA Finals

Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton sank the game-winning basket in the final second to give the Pacers a stunning 111-110 fightback victory over Oklahoma City in Thursday's opening game of the NBA Finals.

'Backs to the Wall' for surfing's cancer survivor Flores

Jeremy Flores faced numerous challenges in the water as he carved himself a hugely successful surfing career but nothing prepared the Frenchman for the tumultuous months that followed his retirement in 2021.

Stade Francais eye Top 14 survival after 'rubbish' season

Struggling Stade Francais host Castres on Saturday with their place in the French Top 14 on the line in the final round of the regular season.

Midak bids to deliver poignant victory in 'Aga Khan's' Derby

The imperious Shergar and Harzand bookended the late Aga Khan IV's five Epsom Derby winners and on Saturday Midak can provide a poignant win in the race this year named in his honour.

Four-time NFL MVP Rodgers agrees Steelers deal: club

Four-time NFL Most Valuable Player Aaron Rodgers has agreed terms to join the Pittsburgh Steelers on a one-year deal, the club confirmed on Thursday.

Australia struggle to fill gaping opener hole left by Warner

Filling the giant shoes of David Warner continues to be a headache for Australia 17 months after the bombastic Test opener retired, with Marnus Labuschagne shaping as the latest contender in the World Test Championship final against South Africa.

Brazil held in Ancelotti debut, Paraguay move closer to qualifying

Carlo Ancelotti's debut as coach of Brazil ended in a goalless draw in Ecuador in South American World Cup qualifying on Thursday.

NBA 'should explore' league expansion: Silver

NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he believes the league should explore the question of expansion when the subject comes up for discussion at a board of governors meeting next month.

Walsh swims second-fastest 100m butterfly in history at US Championships

Gretchen Walsh clocked a stunning 54.76sec to win the 100m butterfly at the US Swimming Championships on Thursday, coming up just shy of her own world record in a comfortable victory over Olympic champion Torri Huske.

Dane Olesen, Chile's Del Solar share PGA Canadian Open lead

Chilean Cristobal Del Solar flirted with the lowest round in US PGA Tour history before settling for a share of the lead after Thursday's opening round of the Canadian Open.

Spain's Yamal primed to 'prove' himself against 'legend' Ronaldo in Nations League final

Spain starlet Lamine Yamal said Sunday's Nations League final against Portugal would give him the chance to "prove who I am" after helping his side past France in the semis on Thursday.

Germany's Sturm named coach of NHL Bruins

Marco Sturm, a forward who played five of his 14 NHL seasons with the Boston Bruins, was named head coach of the Bruins on Thursday.

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