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Salah feels 'more out than in' with no new Liverpool deal on table

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Mohamed Salah says he is disappointed by Liverpool's failure to offer him a new contract and believes he is "more out …

Taiwan fighter jets to escort winning baseball team home

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Taiwan will deploy four F-16 fighter jets to escort its men's baseball team back to Taipei on Monday, a day after they …

From serious car crash to IPL record for 'remarkable' Pant

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Two years after Rishabh Pant feared his cricket career was over in a serious car crash, the wicketkeeper has become the …

India crush Australia in first Test to silence critics

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India ran riot to win the opening Test in Perth by a crushing 295 runs on Monday and leave Australia shellshocked and …

IOC chief hopeful Sebastian Coe: 'We run risk of losing women's sport'

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World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has vowed to protect women's sport following the gender eligibility row at this …

India two wickets away from winning first Australia Test

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India dismissed dangerman Travis Head for 89 and a defiant Mitchell Marsh for 47 as they edged to within two wickets of …

Sporting hope for life after Amorim in Arsenal Champions League clash

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Sporting Lisbon welcome Arsenal on Tuesday, hoping their superb form can continue in the Champions League despite the …

Chiefs edge Panthers, Lions rip Colts as Dallas stuns Washington

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Reigning champion Kansas City edged Carolina and Detroit ripped Indianapolis on Sunday to reach an NFL-best 10-1 while …

Cavs get 17th win as Celtics edge T-Wolves and Heat burn in OT

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Donovan Mitchell and reserve Ty Jerome each scored 26 points to spark the NBA-best Cleveland Cavaliers over Toronto …

Head defiant as India sense victory in first Australia Test

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A ruthless India tightened the screws on fragile Australia in the first Test in Perth on Monday with victory in sight, …

Australia's most decorated Olympian McKeon retires from swimming

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Swimmer Emma McKeon, Australia's most decorated Olympian and an eight-time world-record holder, retired from the sport …

Galaxy hit Minnesota for six, Orlando end Atlanta run

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The Los Angeles Galaxy charged into the MLS Western Conference final in emphatic fashion on Sunday by crushing Minnesota …

High stakes as Bayern host PSG amid European wobbles

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Bayern Munich host Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday in a battle between two sides flying high domestically but seemingly …

Five days after Bruins firing, Montgomery named NHL Blues coach

Nov 24 2024

Jim Montgomery was hired as coach of the NHL's St. Louis Blues on Sunday, five days after being fired as coach of the …

Orlando beat Atlanta in MLS playoffs to set up Red Bulls clash

Nov 24 2024

Argentine Ramiro Enrique did what Lionel Messi couldn't do and eliminated Atlanta United from the MLS playoffs as …

American McNealy takes first PGA title with closing birdie

Nov 24 2024

Maverick McNealy sank a birdie putt from just inside six feet on the 18th hole to win the RSM Classic on Sunday, …

Sampaoli beaten on Rennes debut as angry fans disrupt Nantes loss

Nov 24 2024

Former Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli began his Rennes tenure with a 1-0 loss at Lille on Sunday, while riot police were …

Lukaku keeps Napoli top of Serie A with Roma winner

Nov 24 2024

Romelu Lukaku ensured Napoli maintained their one-point lead at the top of Serie A with the only goal in Sunday's 1-0 …

Thailand's Jeeno wins LPGA Tour Championship

Nov 24 2024

Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul sank a six-foot birdie putt on the final hole to win the $4 million top prize at the LPGA's …

Amorim predicts Man Utd pain as he faces up to huge task

Nov 24 2024

Ruben Amorim did not pull any punches after a disappointing start to his career in the Manchester United dugout on …

Italy Davis Cup winner Sinner 'heartbroken' over doping accusations

Nov 24 2024

World number one Jannik Sinner said his off-court turmoil over doping accusations was "heartbreaking", after winning the …

Japan coach Jones abused by 'some clown' on Twickenham return

Nov 24 2024

Eddie Jones said he was abused by a fan at half-time on his return to Twickenham for the first time since being sacked …

Springbok Du Toit named World Player of the Year for second time

Nov 24 2024

South Africa back-rower Pieter-Steph du Toit was named best men's player in the 15-a-side game while France's Antoine …

Mbappe on target as Real Madrid cruise to Leganes win

Nov 24 2024

Kylian Mbappe scored his first goal in five games for Real Madrid as the champions beat Leganes 3-0 on Sunday in La …

Sinner completes year to remember as Italy retain Davis Cup

Nov 24 2024

Jannik Sinner completed his sensational year by leading Italy to a successful defence of the Davis Cup with victory over …

Three talking points from the Premier League weekend

Nov 24 2024

Liverpool overcame stubborn Southampton to march eight points clear at the top of the Premier League on Sunday after …

Sampaoli beaten on Rennes debut as fans disrupt Nantes loss

Nov 24 2024

Former Argentina boss Jorge Sampaoli's began his Rennes tenure with a 1-0 loss at Lille on Sunday, while riot police …

Australia coach Schmidt still positive about Lions after Scotland loss

Nov 24 2024

Joe Schmidt remained upbeat about Australia's chances against the British and Irish Lions despite Scotland dashing the …

Man Utd 'confused' and 'afraid' as Ipswich hold Amorim to debut draw

Nov 24 2024

Ruben Amorim admitted Manchester United were "confused" and "afraid" as his first match in charge of the troubled club …

Man Utd held by Ipswich in Amorim's first match in charge

Nov 24 2024

Ruben Amorim was given a stark illustration of the size of his task at Manchester United after his uninspiring team were …

England thrash Japan 59-14 to snap five-match losing streak

Nov 24 2024

England ended a five-game losing streak with a nine-try demolition of Japan as Eddie Jones' return to Twickenham ended …

Tuipulotu try helps Scotland end Australia's bid for Grand Slam

Nov 24 2024

Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu scored a try against the land of his birth in a 27-13 win over Australia at Murrayfield …

Salah wants Liverpool to pile on misery for Man City after sinking Saints

Nov 24 2024

Mohamed Salah urged Liverpool to deliver a hammer blow to Manchester City's fading title hopes after inspiring the …

Berrettini takes Italy to brink of Davis Cup defence

Nov 24 2024

Matteo Berrettini produced a superb display to give Davis Cup holders Italy a 1-0 lead on the Netherlands in Sunday's …

Lille condemn Sampaoli to defeat on Rennes debut

Nov 24 2024

Former Argentina and Chile boss Jorge Sampaoli's time in charge of Rennes began with a 1-0 loss at Lille on Sunday, …

Tuipulotu try helps Scotland end Australia's bid for a Grand Slam

Nov 24 2024

Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu scored a try against the land of his birth in a 27-13 win over Australia at Murrayfield …

Leicester sack manager Steve Cooper

Nov 24 2024

Leicester sacked manager Steve Cooper on Sunday with the Foxes just two points above the Premier League relegation zone.

IPL auction records tumble as Pant, Iyer break $3 mn mark

Nov 24 2024

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in Indian Premier League history Sunday when he sold …

Salah sends Liverpool eight points clear after Southampton scare

Nov 24 2024

Mohamed Salah fired Liverpool eight points clear at the top of the Premier League as the leaders survived a scare from …

Davis Cup organisers hit back at critics of Nadal retirement ceremony

Nov 24 2024

Davis Cup organisers said tennis superstar Rafael Nadal had the retirement ceremony that he wanted this week in Malaga, …

Noel in a 'league of his own' as he wins Gurgl slalom

Nov 24 2024

Frenchman Clement Noel won a second straight World Cup slalom at Gurgl in Austria on Sunday assuring his triumph with a …

A dip or deeper decline? Guardiola seeks response to Man City slump

Nov 24 2024

Pep Guardiola said he expected a slip in Manchester City's standards sooner or later but even he has been shocked by the …

IPL auction records tumble as Pant and Iyer snapped up

Nov 24 2024

Indian wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant became the most expensive player in Indian Premier League history Sunday when he sold …

Six face trial in Paris for blackmailing Paul Pogba

Nov 24 2024

Six men linked to Juventus and France midfielder Paul Pogba face trial from Tuesday, accused of blackmail, attempted …

Olympic champion An wins China crown in style

Nov 24 2024

South Korea's Olympic champion and world number one An Se-young blew away home hope Gao Fangjie in just 38 minutes to …

It's party time for Las Vegas victor Russell on 'dream weekend'

Nov 24 2024

A delighted George Russell claimed the third win of his career as Mercedes delivered an impressive one-two at the Las …

Former Masters champion Reed seals dominant Hong Kong Open win

Nov 24 2024

Former Masters champion Patrick Reed won for the first time in four years with a dominant three-stroke victory at the …

Norris applauds 'deserved' champion Verstappen

Nov 24 2024

Lando Norris clapped his congratulations for Max Verstappen from the cockpit of his McLaren car after the Dutchman …

Jaiswal and Kohli slam centuries as Australia stare at defeat

Nov 24 2024

Yashasvi Jaiswal slammed a majestic 161 and Virat Kohli roared back to form with a vintage century Sunday as India …

Kohli blasts century as India declare against Australia

Nov 24 2024

Virat Kohli roared back to form with a vintage century against Australia on Sunday with India declaring their second …

Verstappen 'never thought' he'd win four world titles

Nov 24 2024

Max Verstappen admitted he "never thought" he would win four world titles after wrapping up the 2024 Formula One …

Former Masters champion Reed wins Hong Kong Open

Nov 24 2024

Former Masters champion Patrick Reed triumphed on the Asian Tour for the first time with a dominant three-stroke victory …

Verstappen wins fourth consecutive Formula One world title

Nov 24 2024

Max Verstappen claimed a fourth consecutive Formula One world title under the lights of the Las Vegas Grand Prix on …

Awesome foursomes: Formula One's exclusive club of four-time world champions

Nov 24 2024

Max Verstappen on Saturday became just the sixth driver to win four Formula One world titles.

Smylie beats 'idol' Cameron Smith to win Australian PGA Championship

Nov 24 2024

Elvis Smylie claimed a "life-changing" two-shot victory at the Australian PGA Championship on Sunday after staring down …

Five key races in Max Verstappen's 2024 title season

Nov 24 2024

Max Verstappen clinched a fourth straight Formula One title at the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday night.

Max Verstappen: Young, gifted and single-minded four-time F1 champion

Nov 24 2024

At 27, Max Verstappen, who has sealed a fourth straight world title, is a veteran of 10 Formula One seasons in which he …

'Star is born': From homeless to Test hero for India's Jaiswal

Nov 24 2024

India's Perth Test hero Yashasvi Jaiswal, who hit a stunning century on Sunday, rose to stardom from being homeless and …

Jaiswal slams majestic 161 but Australia fight back in Perth

Nov 24 2024

Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal slammed a majestic 161 but Australia took four wickets in the middle session to give …

Red Bulls win MLS playoff derby while Seattle knock out LAFC

Nov 24 2024

The New York Red Bulls struck twice early in their MLS Eastern Conference semi-final to defeat local rivals New York …

Nuggets rip Lakers, Bucks win despite Ball's 50, Spurs beat Warriors

Nov 24 2024

Nikola Jokic scored 34 points and grabbed 13 rebounds to spark the Denver Nuggets over the Los Angeles Lakers 127-102 on …

IPL teams set to splash the cash at 'mega-auction' in Saudi Arabia

Nov 24 2024

The Indian Premier League opens its "mega-auction" later Sunday in Saudi Arabia with teams primed to splash out millions …

Olympics in India a 'dream' facing many hurdles

Nov 24 2024

India says it wants the 2036 Olympics in what is seen as an attempt by Narendra Modi to cement his legacy but the …

Majestic Jaiswal 141 not out as India pile pain on Australia

Nov 24 2024

Young opener Yashasvi Jaiswal burnished his soaring reputation Sunday with a majestic unbeaten 141 as India piled on the …

Giannis, Lillard lead Bucks over Hornets as Spurs beat Warriors

Nov 24 2024

Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 32 points and Damian Lillard added 31 to lead the Milwaukee Bucks over visiting Charlotte …

Juan Mata agent slammed as 'cowardly' by angry A-League coach

Nov 24 2024

Western Sydney Wanderers coach Alen Stajcic has lashed out at Juan Mata's "cowardly" agent after criticism about a lack …

Marta inspires Orlando Pride to NWSL title

Nov 24 2024

Orlando Pride won the National Women's Soccer League championship for the first time with Zambian Barbra Banda getting …

Robertson wants policy change for overseas-based All Blacks

Nov 24 2024

Coach Scott Robertson said Sunday he will ask New Zealand Rugby bosses to make overseas-based players eligible for the …

Red Bulls win 'Hudson River derby' to reach conference final

Nov 24 2024

The New York Red Bulls struck twice early in their MLS Eastern Conference semi-final to defeat local rivals New York …

Neuville wins world title after Tanak crashes at Rally Japan

Nov 24 2024

Belgium's Thierry Neuville won his first world title at the age of 36 on Sunday after championship rival Ott Tanak …

Neuville wins world rally title after Tanak crashes in Japan

Nov 24 2024

Belgium's Thierry Neuville won his first world title at the age of 36 on Sunday after championship rival Ott Tanak …

Colapinto cleared for Las Vegas GP despite heavy crash

Nov 23 2024

Franco Colapinto, who escaped serious injury in a high-speed crash in qualifying for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, has been …

'Smiling One' Amorim vows he has ruthless streak Man Utd need

Nov 23 2024

Ruben Amorim has dubbed himself "the smiling one" but insists he has the ruthless streak required to revive Manchester …

Retegui fires Atalanta top of Serie A ahead of Inter

Nov 23 2024

Serie A's leading scorer Mateo Retegui netted as Atalanta beat Parma 3-1 on Saturday to go top of Serie A on goal …

Marseille down Lens to stay in touch with Ligue 1 leaders, Lyon draw

Nov 23 2024

Marseille beat Lens 3-1 on Saturday to stay within touching distance of Ligue 1 table-toppers Paris Saint-Germain, while …

New Zealand beat 'proud' Italy in Cane's Test farewell

Nov 23 2024

New Zealand saw off a battling Italy 29-11 on Saturday in their final match of the year as Sam Cane was given a winning …

Barca collapse in Celta draw without Yamal, Simeone hits milestone

Nov 23 2024

La Liga leaders Barcelona suffered a dramatic collapse in a 2-2 draw at Celta Vigo on Saturday with coach Hansi Flick …

Thailand's Jeeno equals Yin for lead at LPGA Tour Championship

Nov 23 2024

Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul fired a nine-under par 63 to capture a share of the lead with American Angel Yin after …

Liga leaders Barca suffer late collapse in Celta draw

Nov 23 2024

La Liga leaders Barcelona suffered a dramatic collapse in a 2-2 draw at Celta Vigo on Saturday.

New Zealand beat Italy in Cane's Test farewell

Nov 23 2024

New Zealand saw off a battling Italy 29-11 on Saturday in their final match of the year as Sam Cane was given a winning …

Marseille down Lens to stay in touch with Ligue 1 leaders, Lyon held to draw

Nov 23 2024

Marseille beat Lens 3-1 on Saturday to stay within touching distance of Ligue 1 table-toppers Paris Saint-Germain, while …

Greaves hits maiden Test century as West Indies dominate Bangladesh

Nov 23 2024

Justin Greaves hit a maiden Test century as West Indies piled on the runs against Bangladesh to take a firm grip on the …

Erasmus hails Springbok strength in depth after thrashing Wales

Nov 23 2024

South Africa coach Rassie Erasmus praised all 52 players he employed in a stunning season for not losing momentum as …

'Fragile' Man City in uncharted territory, admits Guardiola

Nov 23 2024

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted "in eight years we have never lived this kind of situation" after …

Postecoglou calls for consistent Spurs after Man City rout

Nov 23 2024

Ange Postecoglou said Tottenham showed what they are capable of in an astonishing 4-0 thrashing of Manchester City on …

'We've never lived this situation' admits Guardiola

Nov 23 2024

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted "in eight years we have never lived this kind of situation" after …

Spurs thrash Man City 4-0 to end 52-match unbeaten home run

Nov 23 2024

Pep Guardiola conceded Manchester City are in uncharted territory after a 4-0 thrashing by Tottenham inflicted a fifth …

'We've never lived this situation' admits Guardiola as Man City lose five in a row

Nov 23 2024

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola admitted "in eight years we have never lived this kind of situation" after …

Under-fire Gatland 'motivated' to continue as Wales coach

Nov 23 2024

Warren Gatland insisted he remained "motivated" to stay on as Wales coach despite overseeing a record 12th consecutive …

Spurs condemn Man City to fifth straight defeat as Arsenal cruise

Nov 23 2024

Manchester City collapsed to their fifth straight defeat on Saturday, hammered 4-0 by Tottenham in another huge blow to …

South Africa send Wales crashing to 87-year low in Test rout

Nov 23 2024

World champions South Africa hammered Wales 45-12 in Cardiff on Saturday to condemn Warren Gatland's team to a 12th …

Marseille down Lens to stay in touch with Ligue 1 leaders

Nov 23 2024

Marseille beat Lens 3-1 on Saturday to stay within touching distance of Ligue 1 table-toppers Paris Saint-Germain.

Spurs condemn Man City to fifth straight defeat as Arsenal win

Nov 23 2024

Manchester City collapsed to their fifth straight defeat on Saturday, hammered 4-0 by Tottenham in another huge blow to …

Defeated Leipzig lose more ground on Bayern, Frankfurt go second

Nov 23 2024

RB Leipzig lost more ground on Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich with a 4-3 defeat at lowly Hoffenheim on Saturday and …

South Africa put Wales to the sword to wrap up season

Nov 23 2024

World champions South Africa hammered Wales 45-12 in Cardiff on Saturday to condemn Warren Gatland's team to a 12th …

Inter take Serie A lead as AC Milan and Juve bore in stalemate

Nov 23 2024

Inter Milan moved top of Serie A on Saturday after a first-half blitz led to the Italian champions sweeping sorry Verona …

Defeated Leipzig lose more ground on Bayern

Nov 23 2024

RB Leipzig continued to lose ground on Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich with a 4-3 defeat at lowly Hoffenheim on …

England captain George wary of Jones's influence on Japan

Nov 23 2024

Jamie George has told England to expect the unexpected when they face a Japan side coached by former Red Rose boss Eddie …

'Puzzle' master Sinner powers champions Italy back into Davis Cup final

Nov 23 2024

World number one Jannik Sinner was described as a "puzzle that not many have solved" after defeating Alex de Minaur to …

Odegaard inspires Arsenal to reignite title hopes

Nov 23 2024

Mikel Arteta said his Arsenal team "flows in a different way" when Martin Odegaard is playing after the Gunners crushed …

Novak Djokovic: All-conquering, divisive tennis superstar

Nov 23 2024

Novak Djokovic launched his career in the shadow of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal but has surpassed them both and is …

Ireland coast to victory as they run Fiji ragged

Nov 23 2024

Ireland produced a flair-filled performance after two under-par displays to trounce Fiji 52-17 in their one-off rugby …