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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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'Happy' Kinghorn relishing life at Toulouse

Scotland full-back Blair Kinghorn only arrived at Toulouse in December but his record since then has been beyond reproach.

Norris sets Singapore pace as Verstappen only 15th

McLaren's Lando Norris went fastest Friday to lead Ferrari pair Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz in second practice for the Singapore Grand Prix.

Germany to bid to host women's Euro 2029

Germany will bid to host the 2029 women's European Championships in football, the country's FA (DFB) announced on Friday.

Postecoglou defends Solanke after slow start to Spurs career

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has defended record signing Dominic Solanke as the striker searches for his first goal for the club, confirming they also considered a move for Ivan Toney in the summer transfer window.

Arteta urges Arsenal to take next step in Man City showdown

Arsenal have to show they are ready to topple Premier League champions Manchester City in Sunday's top-of-the-table clash between the title favourites, according to Gunners' boss Mikel Arteta.

Man City have rest 'advantage' in Arsenal showdown: Guardiola

Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City will have an "advantage" when they face Arsenal on an extra day's rest, but the champions are sweating on Kevin De Bruyne's fitness for the crucial clash with their title rivals.

Maresca has 'no doubt' in Jackson as Chelsea's number nine

Enzo Maresca backed Nicolas Jackson as his first choice striker at Chelsea on Friday despite Christopher Nkunku's match-winning impact against Bournemouth last weekend.

Verstappen punished for swearing in Singapore press conference

Formula One world champion Max Verstappen was on Friday punished for swearing in a Singapore Grand Prix press conference by governing body the FIA.

Sri Lanka lead by 202 in first New Zealand Test

Dinesh Chandimal and Dimuth Karunaratne forged a 147-run partnership to propel hosts Sri Lanka to a lead of 202 on day three of the first Test against New Zealand on Friday.

Brook 'not too fussed' by England's batting in heavy Australia loss

Harry Brook said he was "not too fussed" after England's batting collapse during a heavy one-day international defeat by Australia in his first match as captain, defending his side's gung-ho approach.

India's Ashwin 'happy' to embrace pressure

Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin said Friday he was basking in the pressure of the Bangladesh series after his counter-attacking century handed India a firm grip over the first Test.

Man Utd appoint Foster + Partners to develop Old Trafford 'masterplan'

Manchester United have appointed globally renowned architects Foster + Partners to develop a masterplan for the area around Old Trafford as part of an ambitious regeneration project.

India in box seat after Bumrah takes four against Bangladesh

India took command of the first Test against Bangladesh as they extended their lead to 308 after fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah helped bundle out the visitors for 149 on Friday.

Ferrari's Leclerc sets early pace in Singapore ahead of Norris

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc was quickest in first practice for the Singapore Grand Prix on Friday, less than a tenth of a second ahead of Lando Norris in a McLaren.

Kompany, Alonso call for action on player workload amid strike talks

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany and his Bayer Leverkusen counterpart Xabi Alonso on Friday joined the growing chorus calling for action on player workload, amid talks of strikes.

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson doubtful for Bournemouth clash

Liverpool boss Arne Slot has revealed the club's Brazilian goalkeeper Alisson Becker is a doubt for Saturday's Premier League clash with Bournemouth.

Bumrah takes four as India bowl out Bangladesh for 149

Pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah took four wickets as India bundled out Bangladesh for 149 to lead by 227 runs on day two of the first Test in Chennai on Friday.

Sri Lanka 134-1 to take upper hand in first New Zealand Test

Dinesh Chandimal and Dimuth Karunaratne forged an unbroken 128-run partnership to propel hosts Sri Lanka to 134-1 at tea on day three of the first Test against New Zealand on Friday.

Bayern's Kompany calls for game cap for players amid strike talks

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany on Friday called for an annual cap on the number of games a player can play to manage workload.

Bumrah takes three wickets to have Bangladesh in trouble at 112-8

Indian quick Jasprit Bumrah led an inspired bowling attack to leave Bangladesh tottering on 112-8 at tea, chasing the hosts' 376 on day two of the first Test on Friday.

O'Rourke strikes early for Kiwis as Sri Lanka trail by three

Rookie New Zealand pace bowler William O'Rourke struck early to send back Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka as the hosts returned to bat on day three of the opening Test on Friday.

Deep takes two as Bangladesh totter in reply to India's 376

Bangladesh lost three quick wickets by lunch in reply to India after a commanding 113 from Ravichandran Ashwin took the hosts to 376 all out on day two of the first Test against Bangladesh on Friday in Chennai.

Ashwin's 113 powers India to 376 in Bangladesh Test

Ravichandran Ashwin made 113 in a commanding partnership with Ravindra Jadeja to lead India to 376 all out on day two of the first Test against Bangladesh on Friday in Chennai.

Wallabies sense 'massive' chance to upset All Blacks

Skipper Harry Wilson said Friday that the Wallabies' crushing loss to Argentina this month was in the past and they have a "massive opportunity" to upset the All Blacks this weekend.

Viral Korean Olympic shooter scores first acting role as assassin

South Korean pistol shooter Kim Ye-ji, whose skill and nonchalance won the internet at the Paris Olympics, has landed her first acting role -- as an assassin.

Farrell set for 'challenge' of downing Bordeaux in Top 14

Former England fly-half Owen Farrell will face "one of the hardest challenges in the Top 14" when his Racing 92 side travel to Bordeaux-Begles in round three of the French Top 14 this weekend, according to his coach Stuart Lancaster.

Springbok Etzebeth diverts attention from looming caps record

South Africa lock Eben Etzebeth has downplayed being set to equal the record for the most capped Springbok in a potential title-deciding Rugby Championship match against Argentina on Saturday.

Inter on a high ahead of Milan derby as Napoli face Juve test

Inter Milan are ready to inflict more pain on their beleaguered local rivals AC Milan on Sunday after the Champions League highlighted the gulf in class currently separating two of Serie A's most storied teams.

Arnold quits after six years in charge of Australia

Graham Arnold has quit as coach of the Socceroos, Football Australia said Friday, following a poor start to the third round of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Guirassy and Anton to return to Stuttgart with new side Dortmund

Cornerstones of Stuttgart's unlikely run from relegation candidates to runners-up last season, striker Serhou Guirassy and defender Waldemar Anton return to their old stomping ground with new side Borussia Dortmund on Sunday.

Marseille bidding to continue 'almost perfect' Ligue 1 start

Marseille will aim to extend their "almost perfect" start to the Ligue 1 season when they visit struggling rivals Lyon this weekend.

Arnold quits as coach of Australia men's football team