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Canada reach first Basketball World Cup semi-final, Germany overcome 'stinker'
Canada beat Slovenia to end Luka Doncic's Basketball World Cup dream and reach the semi-finals for the first time on Wednesday, while Germany overcame a poor effort on offence to join them in the final four.
Gilgeous-Alexander aims higher as Canada reach Basketball World Cup semis
Canada's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander said his team were "not satisfied" despite beating Slovenia on Wednesday to reach the Basketball World Cup semi-finals for the first time ever.
Doncic vows to control emotions after Basketball World Cup exit
Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic said he needed to learn to control his emotions after being ejected Wednesday in his country's Basketball World Cup quarter-final defeat to Canada.
Lienert-Brown in for injured Jordie Barrett for All Blacks' World Cup opener
Anton Lienert-Brown will replace the injured Jordie Barrett at centre for New Zealand's Rugby World Cup opener with France, head coach Ian Foster said on Wednesday.
England's Brook given fresh chance to press World Cup claim
Harry Brook has been given a further chance to force his way into England's World Cup squad after being called-up Wednesday as batting cover ahead of the 50-over global champions' one-day international series against New Zealand.
Spain's Herrada snatches Vuelta stage 11 victory
Spain's Jesus Herrada sprinted to stage 11 victory in the Vuelta a Espana on Wednesday with little change in the general classification stakes.
Lienert-Brown in for injured Jordie Barrett for All Blacks' Rugby World Cup opener
Anton Lienert-Brown will replace the injured Jordie Barrett at centre for New Zealand's Rugby World Cup opener with France, head coach Ian Foster said on Wednesday.
'Fearless' France among World Cup favourites, says Sonny Bill Williams
A "fearless" France are among the Rugby World Cup favourites, former New Zealand star Sonny Bill Williams said ahead of the two teams' heavyweight clash in the opening match of the tournament on Friday.
England's Cole wary of 'dangerous' Argentina ahead of World Cup opener
Dan Cole said Wednesday that Argentina's scrum could still cause England problems in their Rugby World Cup opener even if the Pumas' pack is not the force of old.
France tightens Rugby World Cup security to avoid repeat fiasco
The French government on Wednesday revealed plans to ensure tight security at the Rugby World Cup that begins in France this week and avoid a repeat of last year's Champions League football final chaos for crowds of fans at the Stade de France.
'Emotional' Meronk reveals anger at Ryder Cup exclusion
Adrian Meronk said Wednesday he was "shocked, sad and angry" after failing to receive a Ryder Cup pick from Europe captain Luke Donald.
Canada reach semis to end Doncic's Basketball World Cup dream
Canada ended Luka Doncic's Basketball World Cup dream on Wednesday with a 100-89 win over Slovenia to reach the semi-finals.
Spain's Hermoso files complaint over Rubiales' kiss
Spain player Jenni Hermoso has filed a criminal complaint over suspended football chief Luis Rubiales's kiss on her lips at the Women's World Cup final, a source at Spain's public prosecutors office said Wednesday.
Man Utd taking Antony allegations 'seriously'
Manchester United said on Wednesday they are "taking seriously" domestic abuse allegations made against winger Antony.
Women's Golden Boot winner Miyazawa joins Manchester United
Manchester United have signed Women's World Cup top scorer Hinata Miyazawa, the club said Wednesday.
Germany overcome Schroder 'stinker' to reach Basketball World Cup semis
Playmaker Dennis Schroder said he had "probably the worst game I ever played" but Germany still booked their place in the Basketball World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday with a win over giant-killers Latvia.
Facing New Zealand in Rugby World Cup opener 'a joy' for France's Galthie
France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Wednesday it was "an honour" for the host nation to play New Zealand in the World Cup's opening match as he named a team including Yoram Moefana.
Chelsea defender Colwill looks to cap 'amazing year' with England debut
Chelsea defender Levi Colwill said Wednesday he hopes to add to an already "amazing year" by making his England debut.
From rain to miscalculatons: Asia Cup 2023 so far
The 50-over Asia Cup in Sri Lanka and Pakistan entered the Super Four stage on Wednesday.
Moefana replaces Danty for France's Rugby World Cup opener
Centre Yoram Moefana will replace the injured Jonathan Danty in host nation France's side for the World Cup opener with New Zealand, head coach Fabien Galthie announced on Wednesday.
Irish icon O'Connell believes Ireland better than 2015 vintage
Irish rugby legend Paul O'Connell's hopes his memories of this World Cup will be happier than his final one as a player in 2015 when Ireland once again failed to get past the quarter-finals.
Germany end Latvia's Basketball World Cup run to reach semis
Germany ended Latvia's dream run at the Basketball World Cup on Wednesday with a nervy 81-79 win to squeeze into the semi-finals and a clash with the United States.
England coach Mott hints Brook could gain World Cup call-up
England white-ball coach Matthew Mott has suggested rising star Harry Brook could yet feature at the World Cup, saying the defending champions' final squad is "still open for debate".
Sacked Spain coach Vilda says dismissal 'unjust'
Sacked Spain women's coach Jorge Vilda says he has a clear conscience and his dismissal 16 days after La Roja's World Cup triumph was unjust.
'Ant-Man' Edwards emerges as US superhero at Basketball World Cup
Anthony "Ant-Man" Edwards doesn't wear a cape but he has emerged as the United States' superhero at the Basketball World Cup.
Fiji suffer blow as fly-half Muntz ruled out of World Cup
Fiji fly-half Caleb Muntz, who scored 15 points in the historic Test win over England last month, has been ruled out of the Rugby World Cup due to a knee injury, said coach Simon Raiwalui.
Record-setting Djokovic and Gauff steam into US Open semi-finals
Novak Djokovic charged into a record 47th Grand Slam semi-final on a steamy Tuesday at the US Open with a straight-sets win over Taylor Fritz, while home favourite Coco Gauff stayed on track for her first major title.
Unseeded Shelton outguns Tiafoe to reach US Open semi-finals
Unseeded Ben Shelton took down Frances Tiafoe in four sets in an all-American US Open clash Tuesday to book a semi-final date with 23-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic.
Australia include injured quartet in ODI World Cup squad
Australia on Wednesday named the injured quartet of Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell and Mitchell Starc in a provisional 15-man squad for next month's 50-over cricket World Cup in India.
'Tough cookie' Muchova downs Cirstea to reach US Open semi-finals
Karolina Muchova defeated Romania's Sorana Cirstea in straight sets to reach the semi-finals of the US Open on Tuesday.
Man Utd share price tumbles with club sale in question
Manchester United's valuation on the New York Stock Exchange plummeted by more than $700 million Tuesday after a British media report that the team's owners had halted plans to sell the club.
'Fearless' France favourites for ex-All Black Sonny Bill Williams
When Sonny Bill Williams retired from rugby union after the 2019 World Cup, he brought an end to one of the most glittering careers in the sport.