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Iran coach hails 'great achievement' after second World Cup draw

Coach Amir Ghalenoei hailed Iran's unbeaten start to the World Cup as a "great achievement" that will be remembered by future generations, following a 0-0 draw with Belgium on Sunday.

Curacao firmly on the map after World Cup heroics

Curacao arrived at the World Cup as quirky no-hopers, but their remarkable exploits have captured the hearts of fans and put the tiny Caribbean island firmly on the map.

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Veteran Lawes eyes England return after signing for Sale

Courtney Lawes is eyeing a return to the England Test side at the age of 37, and perhaps a fifth Rugby World Cup next year, after he signed a one-year contract with Prem outfit Sale Sharks on Tuesday.

Nepal vows action against trekker rescue scam

Nepal's government has developed tough measures to stamp out insurance scams involving unnecessary helicopter rescues of trekkers, an official said Tuesday, a long-running racket threatening the country's vital tourism industry.

Former Wallaby 'Iceman' Foley to retire

Former Wallabies fly-half Bernard Foley, who played at two Rugby World Cups, will retire at the end of the current Japanese season aged 36, his club Kubota Spears said Tuesday.

Departing Griezmann back at Barca in search of Atletico grand finale

Antoine Griezmann's Barcelona story ended in the depths of misery but as he returns to Camp Nou in the Champions League quarter-finals, the French forward is desperate to close out his time with Atletico Madrid on the greatest of highs.

PSG look to pile misery on Liverpool as sides meet again in Champions League

When Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool last met in the Champions League a year ago, the Anfield outfit were marching towards the Premier League title and were described as "an almost perfect team" by the French club's coach Luis Enrique.

Magic upset Pistons, Spurs suffer Wembanyama scare

The Orlando Magic kept up their bid for an automatic playoff berth with an 123-107 upset over the Eastern Conference-leading Detroit Pistons on Monday.

Chalmers urges McEvoy to swim in Australia 4x100m relay team at Olympics

Sprint king Kyle Chalmers has urged new 50m freestyle world record holder Cameron McEvoy to rejoin Australia's relay team in a bid to upstage the United States at the 2028 Olympics.

U.S. Polo Assn. and ESPN Champion the Iconic USPA Gold Cup at the USPA National Polo Center, Hosted by Legendary Commentator Chris Fowler

USPA Gold Cup Finals to Air on ESPN and Global Polo Platforms

Tiger's treatment battle in thoughts of stars at Masters

Tiger Woods was missing from the Masters on Monday, but the 15-time major winner was in the hearts and minds of several stars at Augusta National.

Thai amateur 'Fifa' ready for Masters kick-off

Pongsapak Laopakdee, a 21-year-old Thai golfer better known as Fifa, is ready for a historic start Thursday at the 90th Masters.

Age and near misses don't worry Rose in Masters quest

Justin Rose shrugs off those who doubt he can win another major title at age 45 just as the Englishman sets aside the heartache of three runner-up Masters finishes.

High-flying Villarreal stumble at Girona

Villarreal slipped to a 1-0 defeat at Girona on Monday in La Liga, failing to capitalise on Atletico Madrid's loss against leaders Barcelona.

Napoli's Serie A title defence boosted by beating AC Milan

Napoli are still in the hunt to retain their Serie A title after the champions beat Scudetto rivals AC Milan 1-0 on Monday.

Reed finds DP World Tour success after leaving LIV

Deciding to leave LIV Golf helped Patrick Reed launch his most successful golf in years, boosting his confidence ahead of this week's 90th Masters.

WNBA star Reese joining Atlanta from Chicago: club

WNBA star Angel Reese is joining the Atlanta Dream from the Chicago Sky in a blockbuster move ahead of the new season, the clubs confirmed on Monday.

Gotterup seeks rare win in Masters debut

Chris Gotterup is taking aim at a green jacket this week in his Masters debut in just his fifth major start.

Bayern's Kompany waiting on Kane for 'toughest' game at Real Madrid

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said on Monday he would wait until matchday to make a final call on Harry Kane's fitness to start the Champions League visit to face Real Madrid, which he labelled the "toughest" trip in the competition.

Juve beat Genoa to close in on Serie A top four

Juventus moved to within a point of Serie A's Champions League places with a 2-0 win over Genoa on Monday, as the top four battle in Italy's top flight hots up.

Augusta already firm and fast ahead of 90th Masters

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and defending champion Rory McIlroy tested their shotmaking at opening practice for the 90th Masters on Monday as the world's top golfers prepared for the year's first major.

French hope Seixas storms Basque Tour time-trial opener

French teenager Paul Seixas won the Tour of the Basque Country opening stage time trial around Bilbao on Monday over a tricky 13.9km route with steep climbs, sharp turns and a talented field.

Wawrinka falls in first round on Monte Carlo farewell

Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to the Monte Carlo Masters as the 2014 champion fell 7-5, 7-5 to Sebastian Baez in the first round on Monday.

Wawrinka falls in first round of Monte Carlo Masters

Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to the Monte Carlo Masters as the 2014 champion fell 7-5, 7-5 to Sebastian Baez in the first round on Monday.

Ex-England rugby international Lawes to leave Brive

Former England international Courtney Lawes will leave French second-division side Brive at the end of the season, with the club saying it was "proud to have had a world rugby legend" wear its colours.

Fit-again Mbappe at Real Madrid for clashes like Bayern tie: Arbeloa

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said Kylian Mbappe joined the club to star in key matches like Tuesday's Champions League clash against German giants Bayern Munich.

Swimmers McKeown, O'Callaghan and Chalmers dominate at Australian Open

Olympic 200m backstroke champion Kaylee McKeown clocked a dominant 2:05.66 at the Australian Open Monday as the world record holder kick-started preparations for the Commonwealth Games and Pan Pacific titles this year.

African players in Europe: Semenyo scores as City rout Liverpool

Ghana winger Antoine Semenyo scored the third goal as Manchester City hammered Liverpool 4-0 at the weekend in a high-profile FA Cup quarter-final.

US sprint star Richardson wins Australia's Stawell Gift in record time

US sprint star Sha'Carri Richardson surged through the field Monday to win Australia's prestigious Stawell Gift race, clocking the fastest time in its history.

Rockets down Warriors in Curry return, Flagg carries Mavs past Lakers

The Houston Rockets spoiled Golden State star Stephen Curry's sparkling return from a 27-game injury absence, thwarting a late Warriors rally for a 117-116 NBA victory on Sunday.

Pogacar stays humble with Monument history beckoning

Tadej Pogacar was coy about his chances of making history after winning a fourth successive Monument with his record-equalling third Tour of Flanders success.

Real Madrid hoping Champions League magic halts Bayern juggernaut

Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich visit Real Madrid on Tuesday in the Champions League quarter-finals high on confidence and looking like Europe's most complete side, bolstered by the likely return of superstar striker Harry Kane.

Sputtering Arsenal face test of character in Sporting clash

Mikel Arteta has urged shell-shocked Arsenal to embrace a major test of their character as they seek to recover from a pair of devastating defeats in Tuesday's Champions League quarter-final at Sporting Lisbon.

Coughlin captures third LPGA title at Aramco Championship

Lauren Coughlin carded an even-par 72 on Sunday to complete a wire-to-wire victory in the Aramco Championship, capturing her third LPGA title by five strokes.

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