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Erasmus' ingenuity sets South Africa apart from the rest

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South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus has long been lauded for revolutionising rugby with original strategic moves but …

Asaji becomes first Japanese in 49 years to win Singapore Open

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Yosuke Asaji sank a six-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole Sunday to become the first player from Japan to win …

Vingegaard says back to his best after Japan win

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Former Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard said he was finally back to his best following last year's horrific …

Ogier wins Rally Japan to take world title fight to final race

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Sebastien Ogier took the World Rally Championship battle to the final event of the season after winning Rally Japan on …

Fox shines in season debut as Spurs down Pelicans, Hawks humble Lakers

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De'Aaron Fox celebrated his NBA season-debut with a sparkling 24-point performance in the San Antonio Spurs' 126-119 …

New Zealand edge West Indies by nine runs in tense third T20

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Seamer Kyle Jamieson held his nerve in the final over for a second straight game to seal a nine-run victory for New …

Messi leads Miami into MLS playoff matchup with Cincinnati

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Lionel Messi scored two goals and assisted on two by Tadeo Allende to spark Inter Miami in a 4-0 rout of Nashville on …

Messi leads Miami into MLS Cup playoff matchup with Cincinnati

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Lionel Messi and Tadeo Allende each scored two goals and Inter Miami routed Nashville 4-0 on Saturday to advance in the …

Minnesota outlasts Seattle to advance in MLS Cup playoffs

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Ten-man Minnesota United rallied to eliminate Seattle 7-6 on penalty kicks after playing to a 3-3 draw in a Saturday …

Fourteen-man South Africa fight back to beat France

Nov 08 2025

South Africa underlined their status as the world's leading side as they beat France 32-17 on Saturday in Paris despite …

Chelsea down Wolves to ease criticism of Maresca's rotation policy

Nov 08 2025

Chelsea quelled criticism of Enzo Maresca's rotation policy with a 3-0 win against Wolves featuring the first goal of …

Marseille go top in Ligue 1 as Lens thrash Monaco

Nov 08 2025

English duo Angel Gomes and Mason Greenwood scored as Marseille took over top spot in Ligue 1 from Paris Saint-Germain …

Wasteful Milan draw at Parma but level with Serie A leaders Napoli

Nov 08 2025

AC Milan are level with Napoli at the top of Serie A after throwing away a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 on Saturday in an …

Arsenal winning run ends in Sunderland draw, De Ligt rescues Man Utd

Nov 08 2025

Arsenal's 10-game winning run came to an end as Brian Brobbey's last-gasp goal gave Sunderland a dramatic 2-2 draw …

Atletico, Villarreal win to keep pressure on Liga giants

Nov 08 2025

Antoine Griezmann came off the bench and struck twice for Atletico Madrid to help his side beat Levante 3-1 in La Liga …

England's Genge eager to face All Blacks after Fiji win

Nov 08 2025

Ellis Genge is eager to face New Zealand next weekend after England set themselves up for their latest clash with the …

Djokovic edges Musetti to win 101st career title in Athens

Nov 08 2025

Novak Djokovic won the 101st title of his career when he came from behind to beat Lorenzo Musetti 4-6, 6-3, 7-5 in the …

England see off Fiji to make it nine wins in a row

Nov 08 2025

England posted a ninth successive win as they ran in six tries to beat Fiji 38-18 at Twickenham on Saturday.

Djokovic pulls out of ATP Finals with shoulder injury

Nov 08 2025

Novak Djokovic has pulled out of the ATP Finals with a shoulder injury, shortly after winning his 101st career title, …

Norris survives a slip to seize Sao Paulo pole

Nov 08 2025

Series leader Lando Norris continued his dominant run of form by claiming a dramatic late pole for McLaren after a …

Sunderland snap Arsenal's winning run in Premier League title twist

Nov 08 2025

Arsenal's 10-game winning run in all competitions was ended by Brian Brobbey's stoppage-time equaliser that salvaged a …

Rybakina outguns world No.1 Sabalenka to win WTA Finals

Nov 08 2025

Elena Rybakina clinched her biggest title since Wimbledon in 2022 by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, 7-6 …

Griezmann double earns Atletico battling win over Levante

Nov 08 2025

Antoine Griezmann came off the bench and struck twice for Atletico Madrid to help his side beat Levante 3-1 in La Liga …

Title-leader Norris grabs Sao Paulo Grand Prix pole

Nov 08 2025

Lando Norris pounced late in the final qualifying session to grab pole for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix and add to his …

Australia connection gives Italy stunning win over Wallabies

Nov 08 2025

Italy beat Australia for the second time in their history on Saturday thanks to tries by Melbourne-born Monty Ioane and …

Kane saves Bayern but record streak ends at Union

Nov 08 2025

Harry Kane snatched Bayern Munich a point in stoppage time but their record-breaking start to a season came to an end in …

Rybakina downs world No.1 Sabalenka to win WTA Finals

Nov 08 2025

Elena Rybakina clinched her biggest title since Wimbledon in 2022 by defeating world number one Aryna Sabalenka 6-3, …

McKenzie ends Scotland dream of first win over New Zealand

Nov 08 2025

Damian McKenzie's try six minutes from time helped leave Scotland still searching for their first victory in 120 years …

McKenzie stars as New Zealand inflict heartbreak upon Scotland

Nov 08 2025

Damian McKenzie's try six minutes from time helped leave Scotland still searching for their first victory over New …

De Ligt rescues Man Utd in Spurs draw, Arsenal aim to extend lead

Nov 08 2025

Matthijs de Ligt's last-gasp equaliser rescued a 2-2 draw for Manchester United at Tottenham as red-hot Premier League …

Edwards set for Wolves job after Middlesbrough allow talks

Nov 08 2025

Rob Edwards is set to be appointed manager of Wolves after Middlesbrough reluctantly gave permission for the 42-year-old …

Marquez wins Portuguese MotoGP sprint race

Nov 08 2025

Spaniard Alex Marquez put his crash in qualifying behind him to win the the Portuguese MotoGP sprint race on Saturday …

Saim, Abrar star in Pakistan's ODI series win over South Africa

Nov 08 2025

Saim Ayub hit a half century and spinner Abrar Ahmed took four wickets as Pakistan beat South Africa by seven wickets in …

Norris extends title lead in Sao Paulo GP sprint after Piastri spin

Nov 08 2025

Lando Norris extended his lead in the drivers' world championship to nine points on Saturday when, after his McLaren …

Man Utd have room to 'grow', says Amorim after Spurs setback

Nov 08 2025

Ruben Amorim said Manchester United are "in the beginning of becoming a very strong team" after extending their unbeaten …

Norris wins Sao Paulo GP sprint, Piastri spins out

Nov 08 2025

Lando Norris won the sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix from pole on Saturday to extend his advantage in the world …

Ireland scramble to scrappy win over Japan

Nov 08 2025

An unconvincing Ireland held off a lively Japan to win Saturday's Autumn international 41-10 at Lansdowne Road.

De Ligt rescues draw for Man Utd after Tottenham turnaround

Nov 08 2025

Matthijs de Ligt salvaged a 2-2 draw for Manchester United at Tottenham in a frantic finale as both sides missed the …

England's Rai takes one-shot lead into Abu Dhabi final round

Nov 08 2025

Aaron Rai hit a six-under par third round 66 on Saturday to open up a one-shot lead heading into the final round of the …

Luis Enrique not rushing to recruit despite key PSG trio's absence

Nov 08 2025

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique insisted Saturday there was "no rush" to recruit during the winter transfer …

Flick demands more Barca 'fight' amid injury crisis

Nov 08 2025

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick called on his players on Saturday to show more fight while the club battles an injury crisis …

Kagiyama tunes up for Olympics with NHK Trophy win

Nov 08 2025

Japanese figure skater Yuma Kagiyama got his Winter Olympics season off to a winning start with victory at the NHK …

Title-chasing Evans cuts gap on Ogier at Rally Japan

Nov 08 2025

Championship-chasing Elfyn Evans cut the gap on Rally Japan leader Sebastien Ogier after Saturday's third day to leave …

Bucks launch NBA Cup title defense with win over Bulls

Nov 08 2025

The Milwaukee Bucks, fueled by 41 points from Giannis Antetokounmpo, launched their NBA Cup title defense with a 126-110 …

Taiwan badminton star Tai Tzu-ying announces retirement

Nov 08 2025

Taiwan's badminton star and Olympic silver medallist Tai Tzu-ying has announced her retirement, saying her era "has come …

New York City beat Charlotte 3-1 to advance in MLS Cup playoffs

Nov 08 2025

Nicolas Fernandez scored two goals and Alonso Martinez added another to power New York City over Charlotte FC 3-1 on …

MLS Revolution name Mitrovic as new head coach

Nov 08 2025

Marko Mitrovic, who coached United States teams to the quarter-finals of the Paris Olympics and this year's FIFA …

Hamilton faces stewards after more frustration

Nov 07 2025

Lewis Hamilton faced a stewards' investigation after another disappointing day as Ferrari struggled for pace in Friday's …

World's tallest teen Rioux sets US college basketball mark

Nov 07 2025

Olivier Rioux, a 19-year-old Canadian recognized as the world's tallest teen, has set another record as the tallest …

Trump pardons three-time World Series champ Strawberry

Nov 07 2025

US President Donald Trump has approved a pardon for former Major League Baseball star Darryl Strawberry, the three-time …

Sabalenka beats Anisimova in pulsating WTA Finals semi

Nov 07 2025

World number one Aryna Sabalenka had to dig deep to overcome fourth-seeded Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 3-6, 6-3 in a …

Verstappen suffers setback in push for fifth title

Nov 07 2025

Max Verstappen's late bid for a fifth drivers world title suffered a setback on Friday when he qualified only sixth for …

Wales boss Tandy expects Rees-Zammit to make bench impact against the Pumas

Nov 07 2025

Steve Tandy heads into his first game as Wales coach confident he has done the right thing by recalling Louis …

MLS Revolution name Mitrovic as hew head coach

Nov 07 2025

Marko Mitrovic, who coached United States teams to the quarter-finals of the Paris Olympics and this year's FIFA …

Norris grabs pole for Brazilian Grand Prix sprint race

Nov 07 2025

Series leader Lando Norris grabbed his first sprint pole position of the season on Friday to keep his title hopes on …

NFL Cowboys mourn death of defensive end Kneeland at 24

Nov 07 2025

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott and his teammates are hurting in the wake of the death of defensive end Marshawn …

All Blacks 'on edge' to preserve unbeaten Scotland run, says Savea

Nov 07 2025

Ardie Savea says New Zealand will be driven by a desire to maintain an unbeaten record against Scotland when the teams …

Alpine say Colapinto contract about talent not money

Nov 07 2025

Alpine re-signed Franco Colapinto for his talent and not the Argentine sponsorship package that supports him, team chief …

Byrne adamant Fiji no longer overawed by England

Nov 07 2025

Fiji coach Mick Byrne believes a landmark 2023 win means his side will be in confident mood when they face England at …

Ex-footballer Barton guilty over 'grossly offensive' X posts

Nov 07 2025

Former Premier League footballer Joey Barton was convicted Friday of sending grossly offensive social media posts about …

Rybakina sinks Pegula to reach WTA Finals title match

Nov 07 2025

Elena Rybakina claimed a 10th consecutive victory by defeating Jessica Pegula 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 to reach the championship …

Kolisi to hit Test century with his children watching

Nov 07 2025

South Africa's history-making captain Siya Kolisi said it was "super special" to become a Test centurion and even more …

Alex Marquez fastest in practice ahead of Portuguese MotoGP

Nov 07 2025

Alex Marquez posted the fastest time on his Ducati-Gresini in Friday's qualifying practice for the Portuguese MotoGP …

Contepomi says lead-in to Wales match a 'challenge' for Argentina

Nov 07 2025

Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi said the Pumas' schedule has been a "challenge" ahead of their opening Autumn Nations …

Frank says Spurs supporting Udogie through 'terrible situation'

Nov 07 2025

Tottenham Hotspur manager Thomas Frank said Friday the club are doing everything they can to support Destiny Udogie …

Norris on top as McLaren dominate opening Sao Paulo practice

Nov 07 2025

Championship leader Lando Norris produced a fastest late lap to top the times narrowly ahead of his team-mate and title …

Guardiola says 'numbers are insane' as he reaches 1,000 games in charge

Nov 07 2025

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola admitted Friday he had enjoyed "insane" success as he prepares for the 1,000th game …

Scotland captain Tuipulotu bids for landmark win over All Blacks

Nov 07 2025

Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu says self-belief holds the key to the team's quest to mark 100 years of Murrayfield …

Genge warns England to beware 'nasty' Fiji at Twickenham

Nov 07 2025

Ellis Genge has told England to prepare themselves for a physical battle against Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday.

Portugal's Mendes out injured as Neves returns for World Cup qualifiers

Nov 07 2025

Nuno Mendes will miss Portugal's final two World Cup qualifiers, national coach Roberto Martinez said Friday but his …

Fleetwood in tie for lead at halfway stage in Abu Dhabi

Nov 07 2025

Tommy Fleetwood produced another strong round on Friday to head into the weekend at the Abu Dhabi Championship tied for …

Ireland captain Doris 'mentally stronger' after long break

Nov 07 2025

Ireland captain Caelan Doris said on Friday he is "mentally stronger" after a six-month enforced break that included …

Maresca defends Chelsea rotation policy after Rooney criticism

Nov 07 2025

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has defended his policy of making regular wholesale changes to his Chelsea team after …

Xhaka 'made me a better coach', says Arsenal boss Arteta

Nov 07 2025

Mikel Arteta said Granit Xhaka had made him a "better coach" as the Arsenal manager prepares to lock horns with the …

Kagiyama takes NHK lead in Japan to kick-start Olympic season

Nov 07 2025

Japan's Yuma Kagiyama took the lead after the NHK Trophy short programme on Friday as he gears up for the Winter …

Tuchel brings 'immense' Bellingham and Foden back into England fold

Nov 07 2025

Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were Friday recalled by England for the team's final two World Cup qualifiers after what …

German FA extends with president Neuendorf until 2029

Nov 07 2025

The German FA (DFB) on Friday announced a four-year contract extension for president Bernd Neuendorf, whose ambitious …

Rees-Zammit set for Wales return with bench role against Argentina

Nov 07 2025

Louis Rees-Zammit is poised to make a return to international rugby union after he was named among the Wales …

Slot urges patience as Isak returns to training with Liverpool

Nov 07 2025

Alexander Isak will return to Liverpool training on Friday ahead of this weekend's showdown against Manchester City but …

Injured teen medal hope Tabanelli risks missing home Winter Olympics

Nov 07 2025

Teenage freestyle skier Flora Tabanelli, one of Italy's medal hopes at the upcoming Winter Olympics, risks sitting out …

Bellingham, Foden recalled to England squad for World Cup qualifiers

Nov 07 2025

Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were Friday recalled to the England squad by manager Thomas Tuchel ahead of World Cup …

Green shines as Suns thump Clippers 115-102

Nov 07 2025

Jalen Green made a triumphant season debut for the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, scoring 29 points in a dominant 115-102 NBA …

Erasmus relishing 'brutal' France re-match on Paris return

Nov 07 2025

South Africa play France on Saturday for the first time since lifting a record fourth Rugby World Cup in 2023 with wily …

Rejuvenated Vlahovic taking the reins for Juve ahead of Turin derby

Nov 07 2025

Dusan Vlahovic has been entrusted with leading Juventus' attack ahead of Saturday's local derby with Torino, as new …

'Well-oiled' Leipzig humming along in Bayern's slipstream

Nov 07 2025

Overshadowed by Bayern Munich's explosive start to the season, RB Leipzig are quietly putting together an impressive …

Bangladesh cricket probes sexual harassment claims

Nov 07 2025

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has opened an inquiry after former women's captain Jahanara Alam accused former and serving …

NFL-best Broncos edge Raiders to win seventh in a row

Nov 07 2025

Bo Nix threw a touchdown pass and the Denver Broncos stretched their NFL win streak to seven games by defeating the Las …

Liverpool and Man City renew rivalry as they try to narrow Arsenal gap

Nov 07 2025

Manchester City host Liverpool this weekend in the latest chapter of a compelling rivalry that has dominated the Premier …

Villa edge Maccabi Tel Aviv in fraught Europa League match

Nov 07 2025

Aston Villa beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-0 in the Europa League on Thursday in a match dominated by tight security measures …

Home owned by Miami Heat coach Spoelstra damaged by fire

Nov 07 2025

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra returned from the NBA team's Wednesday night game in Denver to find his Florida home …

Former NFL star Brown extradited from Dubai to face trial in shooting - police

Nov 07 2025

Former NFL star Antonio Brown was extradited from Dubai to the United States to face a charge of attempted murder …

NFL Colts add Sauce to recipe while Patriots confront Baker

Nov 06 2025

NFL star cornerback Sauce Gardner will join the Indianapolis Colts in Berlin on Sunday to face Atlanta while the New …

Protests as Villa beat Maccabi Tel Aviv under tight security

Nov 06 2025

UK police made six arrests as a high-risk football match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Aston Villa passed largely …

Japan boss Jones backs Farrell to revive Ireland's fortunes

Nov 06 2025

Japan coach Eddie Jones has no doubt Ireland can come through a "difficult little period" under Andy Farrell but warned …

Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24

Nov 06 2025

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24, the NFL franchise said on Thursday.

MLB Padres name former reliever Stammen new manager

Nov 06 2025

The San Diego Padres named longtime major league relief pitcher Craig Stammen their new manager on Thursday, opting to …

Martino returns as head coach of MLS Atlanta United

Nov 06 2025

Gerardo "Tata" Martino, who guided Atlanta United to the MLS Cup title in 2018, has signed a two-year contract through …

Hamilton dismisses Ferrari exit claims

Nov 06 2025

Lewis Hamilton on Thursday dismissed claims that he may not be racing for Ferrari beyond next year after a hugely …

Musetti keeps ATP Finals hopes alive, joins Djokovic in Athens semis

Nov 06 2025

Lorenzo Musetti posted a 6-2, 6-4 win over Alexandre Muller on Thursday to reach the semi-finals of the ATP event in …

England boss Borthwick wants 'brilliant' Marcus Smith to shine against Fiji

Nov 06 2025

Steve Borthwick hopes the return of Marcus Smith will give England's attack a greater cutting edge against Fiji at …

Piastri says he is confident he can recover and win drivers' title

Nov 06 2025

Oscar Piastri responded to his doubters on Thursday by emphatically claiming that he remains confident he can recover …

Verstappen admits he may need a bit of 'luck' to haul in rivals in title race

Nov 06 2025

Max Verstappen said on Thursday that he will need a bit of luck in one of the four remaining Grands Prix this season if …