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Favored Renegade draws inside post for Kentucky Derby

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Oddsmakers favorite Renegade drew the dreaded inside post on Saturday for next weekend's 152nd Kentucky Derby, a …

Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph, Atletico build confidence

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Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on …

PSG shrug off Angers to edge closer to Ligue 1 title

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Paris Saint-Germain took another stride towards the Ligue 1 crown on Saturday, beating Angers 3–0 to open up a six-point …

Atletico build confidence before Arsenal but Barrios hurt

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Alexander Sorloth struck twice as Atletico Madrid built confidence for their Champions League semi-final clash against …

Late Carbonel penalty lifts Stade past Pau in Top 14

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Ill-disciplined Pau retained second spot in the Top 14 table despite a last-gasp 34-32 defeat away to Stade Francais on …

Reiss edges Wiley for Drake title in year's best outdoor mile

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Annika Reiss overtook fellow American Addy Wiley at the finish to win the women's mile in 4mins 25.52secs, a 2026 world …

Swiatek laid low by illness, Sabalenka into Madrid Open last 16

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Iga Swiatek was forced to retire in the third round of the Madrid Open on Saturday due to a viral illness, while …

Magic hold off Pistons for 2-1 series lead

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The Orlando Magic fended off a late rally by the top-seeded Detroit Pistons to take a surprise 2-1 lead in their NBA …

Guardiola hails 'extraordinary' Man City reaction to make FA Cup history

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Pep Guardiola hailed Manchester City's feat of becoming the first side to ever reach four consecutive FA Cup finals …

Arteta in red card rant after Arsenal regain top spot

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Arsenal are back on top of the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta claimed their title challenge could be ruined by two …

Cummins back as Hyderabad overcome Sooryavanshi's IPL century

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Blistering fifties by Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a five-wicket win Saturday after …

Barcelona held at Bayern in Women's Champions League semi-finals

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Barcelona were held to a 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich in a fiery first leg of their Women's Champions League semi-final on …

Arsenal back on top of Premier League, Spurs win

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Eberechi Eze fired Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League on Saturday as relegation-threatened Tottenham won for …

Man City late show sinks Southampton to reach FA Cup final

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Nico Gonzalez's stunning strike fired Manchester City into a record fourth consecutive FA Cup final as Pep Guardiola's …

Al Ahli beat Machida Zelvia to retain Asian Champions League title

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Al Ahli became the first club in more than two decades to win back-to-back Asian Champions League titles when they …

Bayern storm back to beat Mainz ahead of PSG clash

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Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich stormed back from three goals down to win 4-3 at Mainz on Saturday, ahead of their …

Eze rocket fires Arsenal back into top spot in Premier League

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Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League as Eberechi Eze's thunderbolt sealed a tense 1-0 win against Newcastle …

Man City late show beats Southampton to reach FA Cup final

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Nico Gonzalez's stunning strike fired Manchester City into the FA Cup final as Pep Guardiola's men produced a late …

De Zerbi hails Spurs win as key to survival fight

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Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi said Saturday's 1-0 win at Wolves was important for the team's mentality as they battle …

Swiatek retires with illness in Madrid Open third round

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Iga Swiatek was forced to retire from her Madrid Open clash with Ann Li on Saturday due to a viral illness, sending the …

Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph with Getafe win

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Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on …

Liverpool close on Champions League but may have seen last of Salah

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Liverpool moved ever closer to securing Champions League football next season with a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace on …

Spurs, West Ham win in battle for Premier League survival

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West Ham scored a late winner on Saturday to stay two points clear of Tottenham in the battle to avoid Premier League …

Barca on brink of La Liga triumph with Getafe win

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Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on …

Teen talent Seixas keen for Pogacar, Evenepoel test in Liege

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Teenage French starlet Paul Seixas is keen to test himself against the two juggernauts of cycling's peloton at Sunday's …

Lyon a different proposition for Arsenal this time round, says Giraldez

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Lyon coach Jonatan Giraldez told AFP his side will draw more on their victory over Champions League holders Arsenal in …

Marc Marquez wins chaotic rain-affected Spanish MotoGP sprint

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Reigning champion Marc Marquez triumphed in a chaotic and rain-lashed Spanish MotoGP flag-to-flag sprint on Saturday in …

Welsh football icon Ramsey takes on marathon challenge for charity

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Welsh football great Aaron Ramsey hung up his boots earlier this month but that did not mean easing up as on Sunday he …

Aussie Rules fires appeals chair over ruling on anti-gay slur

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Australian Rules football said Saturday it has fired the chair of its appeals board after it reduced a player's penalty …

Lakers' OT win puts Rockets on brink of NBA playoff elimination

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The Los Angeles Lakers, fueled by 29 points from LeBron James, beat the Houston Rockets 112-108 in an overtime thriller …

Lakers down Rockets in overtime for 3-0 series lead, Celtics hold off Sixers

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The Los Angeles Lakers, fueled by 29 points from LeBron James, beat the Houston Rockets 112-108 in an overtime thriller …

'Hockey is religion': Montreal fans pack church for playoff push

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Before the puck dropped in Friday's pivotal NHL playoff match, hundreds of Montreal Canadiens fans took their seats in …

'Going to the moon': Irish footballers return to China 50 years after historic tour

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When Paddy Dwyer arrived in China in 1976, crowds jostled to catch a glimpse of him and his companions -- the first …

Spurs' Wembanyama ruled out of game 3 after concussion

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San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama was ruled out of the Spurs' NBA playoff game against the Portland Trail Blazers on …

No.2 Korda boosts LPGA Chevron lead to six

Apr 24 2026

Nelly Korda made the best 36-hole major start of her career on Friday, firing a second consecutive seven-under par 65 to …

Lens rally but title bid fades after draw at Brest

Apr 24 2026

Lens fought back from three goals down to earn a 3–3 draw at Brest on Friday, but the result all but extinguished their …

Betis's Bellerin further dents Real Madrid title hopes

Apr 24 2026

Former Barcelona defender Hector Bellerin snatched Real Betis a late point in a 1-1 La Liga draw against Real Madrid on …

Sinner overcomes Bonzi in record hunt at Madrid Open

Apr 24 2026

Jannik Sinner took a first step towards a potential record fifth consecutive Masters 1000 title with a 6-7 (6/8), 6-1, …

Leipzig tighten top-four grip as Union's Eta suffers second loss

Apr 24 2026

RB Leipzig moved closer to a Champions League return after thumping Union Berlin 3-1 at home on Friday and handing coach …

Furyk named USA captain for 2027 Ryder Cup

Apr 24 2026

Jim Furyk was named United States captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup on Friday by the PGA of America, tasking him with …

Court removes US businessman from managing his Brazilian football team

Apr 24 2026

An arbitration court in Brazil has removed US businessman John Textor from managing Botafogo football team, which he …

No.2 Korda boosts LPGA Chevron lead to seven

Apr 24 2026

Nelly Korda made the best 36-hole major start of her career on Friday, firing a second consecutive seven-under par 65 to …

Kohli makes Gujarat pay as Bengaluru cruise to IPL win

Apr 24 2026

Virat Kohli punished Gujarat Titans for dropping him on nought with a blistering half-century as Royal Challengers …

Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury

Apr 24 2026

Reigning two-time French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Friday he will not play at this year's tournament as he …

Alex Marquez quickest in Spanish MotoGP practice

Apr 24 2026

Alex Marquez was fastest in Spanish MotoGP practice on Friday in Jerez on his Gresini with a sizeable 0.333s advantage …

Former New Zealand cricketer Bracewell given two-year ban for cocaine use

Apr 24 2026

Former New Zealand and Essex all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been given a two-year suspension after testing positive for …

'We have to be stronger': De Zerbi demands Spurs improve as relegation fears mount

Apr 24 2026

Roberto De Zerbi has warned his "suffering" Tottenham stars to show a stronger mentality in the fight to avoid …

Man City will not risk Rodri in FA Cup semi-final: Guardiola

Apr 24 2026

Rodri will not be risked in Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final against Southampton this weekend even though he is …

Arsenal haven't given up on title despite blowing lead: Arteta

Apr 24 2026

Mikel Arteta insists spluttering Arsenal still believe they can win the Premier League title despite surrendering first …

Injured Spain star Yamal will come back stronger at World Cup: Flick

Apr 24 2026

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said on Friday that injured teenage star Lamine Yamal would return to action at the World …

Chelsea can still save season despite slump: McFarlane

Apr 24 2026

Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane said Friday there was still "a lot of belief" the Blues could turn their season …

Chelsea's Estevao out for season, World Cup in doubt

Apr 24 2026

Brazilian winger Estevao is out for the rest of the English season, with his participation in the World Cup in doubt, …

PSG's Luis Enrique 'couldn't care less' about World Cup

Apr 24 2026

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has no intention of easing up on his players ahead of the World Cup as his Ligue …

Ranieri's Roma role ends after spat with coach Gasperini: club

Apr 24 2026

Claudio Ranieri has left his role as senior advisor to Roma's billionaire American owners, the Serie A club said on …

Al Ahli star Mahrez warns team-mates not to take Japanese rivals for granted

Apr 24 2026

Riyad Mahrez says Al Ahli have achieved "something incredible" in reaching back-to-back Asian Champions League finals, …

Rugby legend McCaw hails 'spectacular' NZ stadium built after deadly quake

Apr 24 2026

All Blacks legend Richie McCaw said on Friday the city of Christchurch finally had "one of the last pieces of the …

Liverpool's Slot warns 'margins are small' in Champions League push

Apr 24 2026

Arne Slot warned on Friday that "margins are small" in the Premier League as Liverpool aim to strengthen their push for …

Appeal board says homophobia 'commonplace' in Aussie Rules

Apr 24 2026

Australian Rules Football said Friday that homophobia had no place in the game after an appeals board reduced a penalty …

Hawks fend off Knicks, Raptors pull away from Cavs to cut deficit

Apr 24 2026

CJ McCollum hit the game-winner with 12.5 seconds remaining as the Atlanta Hawks pulled off another nail-biting victory …

Barcelona must live without teen star Yamal for title run-in

Apr 24 2026

With teenage star Lamine Yamal out injured for the rest of the season Barcelona visit Getafe on Saturday in La Liga …

Hearts lead Old Firm as Scottish title race heads for tense finale

Apr 24 2026

Hearts lead a thrilling three-way battle for the Scottish Premiership, with the 41-year dominance of Celtic and Rangers …

'Raw and honest': India climbers face obstacles in race to the top

Apr 24 2026

Blink and you might miss Indian speed climber Deepu Mallesh scaling a wall five buses high in five seconds.

Cowgirls of Philippine rodeo tackle steers, stereotypes

Apr 24 2026

The loop of Rizza Matutino's lasso sat atop the steer's head for what felt like forever.

Raiders take quarterback Mendoza with No. 1 NFL draft pick

Apr 24 2026

The Las Vegas Raiders took quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the number one pick in the NFL draft on Thursday, hoping …

Arsenal eye return to top spot, Spurs fight for survival

Apr 24 2026

Arsenal can reclaim the Premier League summit this weekend as in-form Manchester City focus on the FA Cup, while …

No.2 Korda fires 65 to grab LPGA Chevron lead

Apr 24 2026

Second-ranked Nelly Korda fired a bogey-free seven-under par 65 to seize a two-stroke lead after Thursday's opening …

Patriots coach Vrabel taking break over photo scandal

Apr 24 2026

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday is taking an indefinite break to seek counseling following …

Lakers' Reaves could return for game three against Rockets

Apr 24 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers, up 2-0 on the Houston Rockets in their first-round NBA playoff series, could have Austin Reaves …

US says Iran players welcome at World Cup amid Italy uproar

Apr 23 2026

Iran's footballers will be welcome at this year's World Cup, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday, distancing …

Images of dead Maradona rock trial of medical team

Apr 23 2026

Shock images of Argentine football icon Diego Maradona lying dead in bed, his stomach grotesquely swollen, rocked the …

Last-gasp Tomas stunner sends Stuttgart into German Cup final

Apr 23 2026

Tiago Tomas' stunning 119th-minute back-heel sent Stuttgart to a German Cup final meeting with Bayern Munich after a 2-1 …

Rights groups warn World Cup visitors over US travel

Apr 23 2026

More than 120 rights groups including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) issued a travel advisory on Thursday …

Samson, Hosein star as Chennai hammer Mumbai by 103 runs in IPL

Apr 23 2026

Opener Sanju Samson struck his second IPL century of the season to set up a thumping 103-run win for Chennai Super Kings …

Sabalenka fights rust to reach third round of Madrid Open

Apr 23 2026

Aryna Sabalenka shook off some rust to post her first victory of the season on clay and extend her winning streak to 13 …

Bayern fined but avoid fan ban over Champions League crowd incident

Apr 23 2026

Bayern Munich have been fined by UEFA but avoided a supporter lockout after photographers were injured when fans stormed …

Wembanyama will travel with Spurs but uncertain for next game

Apr 23 2026

Victor Wembanyama will travel with the San Antonio Spurs to Portland for Friday's NBA playoff game, coach Mitch Johnson …

Italy dismisses talk of replacing Iran at World Cup

Apr 23 2026

Italy has played down suggestions that its national team could replace Iran at the World Cup, following reports that an …

Carrick not chasing answer on Man Utd future

Apr 23 2026

Michael Carrick said he loves managing Manchester United but is not "chasing" an answer on his future as the club close …

More than 4 million tickets bought for 2028 LA Olympics

Apr 23 2026

More than four million tickets were sold worldwide for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics during this month's first window …

Queiroz aims to raise bar for Ghana ahead of World Cup

Apr 23 2026

Newly-appointed Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz said Thursday that leading the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup will be "the …

Vafaei hails Crucible as 'snooker's Wimbledon' after previous criticism

Apr 23 2026

Iran's Hossein Vafaei said the Crucible Theatre was snooker's answer to Wimbledon two years after he savagely attacked …

Iran's Vafaei shines at World Snooker Championship

Apr 23 2026

Iran's Hossein Vafaei won nine frames in a row to become the first qualifier to reach the second round at this year's …

Spain's Lamine Yamal injured, but expected to be fit for World Cup

Apr 23 2026

Spain's Lamine Yamal has picked up a hamstring injury, but is expected to be fit for the upcoming World Cup, his club …

Shanto, Mustafizur star as Bangladesh down New Zealand to clinch ODI series

Apr 23 2026

Najmul Hossain Shanto scored a century and Mustafizur Rahman claimed 5-43 as Bangladesh beat New Zealand by 55 runs in …

Trump envoy wants Italy to replace Iran at World Cup: report

Apr 23 2026

An envoy to US President Donald Trump has asked world football's governing body FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at the …

Leipzig and Union's Bundesliga clash shows changing face of football

Apr 23 2026

RB Leipzig's home Bundesliga clash with Union Berlin on Friday has the two sides chasing different season goals, while …

Starc cleared to play in IPL by Cricket Australia

Apr 23 2026

Pace bowler Mitchell Starc has been cleared to play in the Indian Premier League after missing the first half of the …

Jones calls on Australian fans to get behind Japan at World Cup

Apr 23 2026

Eddie Jones said Thursday he hoped Australian fans would roar on his Japan side when they face Ireland north of Sydney …

Japanese team with school coach to cap remarkable journey to the top

Apr 23 2026

Japan's Machida Zelvia shared their clubhouse with senior citizens doing fitness classes less than a decade ago. Now …

Thunder roll past Suns, Pistons bounce back to level series with Magic

Apr 23 2026

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points to propel the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 120-107 victory over Phoenix and a 2-0 …

Suarez off mark but Messi fires blanks as Miami beat Salt Lake

Apr 23 2026

Luis Suarez scored his first goal of the Major League Soccer season but Lionel Messi failed to get on the scoresheet as …

Inter ready to pounce for Serie A title glory as Milan host Juve

Apr 23 2026

Inter Milan could have their first chance to seal the Serie A title on Sunday as the champions in waiting take on Torino …

'Big loss' for F1 if Verstappen quits, say McLaren rivals

Apr 23 2026

If four-time world champion Max Verstappen were to quit Formula One, as he has hinted on numerous occasions, it would be …

Manchester City go top of Premier League as Burnley relegated

Apr 23 2026

Manchester City edged ahead of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League as a 1-0 victory at Turf Moor condemned Burnley …

Barca edge Celta but lose match-winner Yamal to injury

Apr 22 2026

Barcelona moved a step closer to winning La Liga with a tight 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo on Wednesday but lost their …

Kane and Diaz send Bayern past Leverkusen into German Cup final

Apr 22 2026

Harry Kane and Luis Diaz scored as Bayern Munich won 2-0 at Bayer Leverkusen on Wednesday to reach the German Cup final …

Groundbreaking Iranian snooker star Vafaei takes on the world

Apr 22 2026

Iranian player Hossein Vafaei began his campaign at the snooker world championship on Wednesday in positive fashion as …

PSG roll over Nantes to move closer to Ligue 1 title

Apr 22 2026

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain strolled to a 3-0 win over struggling Nantes on Wednesday to …

Chelsea sack Rosenior after worst run since 1912

Apr 22 2026

Liam Rosenior was sacked as Chelsea manager after less than four months in charge on Wednesday following a run of five …

Atletico beaten again in Elche thriller

Apr 22 2026

Atletico Madrid fell to a 3-2 defeat at lowly Elche in La Liga on Wednesday, their seventh loss in their last eight …

England rugby great Moody offered 'hope' in battle with motor neurone disease

Apr 22 2026

Rugby World Cup winner Lewis Moody says he has been emboldened in his fight with motor neurone disease (MND) by a …

De La Hoya and Ali's grandson slam proposed federal boxing reform

Apr 22 2026

Oscar De La Hoya and Muhammad Ali's grandson on Wednesday slammed proposed changes to federal boxing laws, warning a US …