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Hamilton will sign new Mercedes deal 'in coming weeks'
Lewis Hamilton on Thursday denied all reports that he has been approached by Ferrari and said he was set to re-sign with Mercedes "in the coming weeks".
Roy ends England deal to play T20 cricket in USA
Batting star Jason Roy is ending his England contract to play in the first season of Major League Cricket in the United States.
France star Cascarino to miss Women's World Cup with injury
France star Delphine Cascarino will miss the upcoming Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand after her club Lyon announced on Thursday that she would be out of action "for several months" with a knee injury.
Championship leader Verstappen plays down importance of Monaco win
Max Verstappen shrugged off the prestige of the Monaco Grand Prix on Thursday and said he lamented engine suppliers Honda’s decision to switch from his Red Bull team to Aston Martin in 2026.
Birthday boy Thomas resists Roglic assault to stay in Giro pink
Filippo Zana edged Thibaut Pinot to take the 18th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Thursday while Primoz Roglic went on the attack and shook off all his main rivals except race leader Geraint Thomas, who was celebrating his 37th birthday.
Wu, Zhang and Shang end China's 86-year French Open wait
Twelve months ago, a despondent Wu Yibing was retiring with injury from a low-level clay court tournament in Italy, earning a meagre 530 euros ($570) for his troubles.
Erasmus backs Springboks talisman Kolisi to be fit for World Cup
Siya Kolisi is on track to captain the Springboks in their defence of the Rugby World Cup, said Rassie Erasmus, South Africa's director of rugby, on Thursday.
French Olympic movement must 'focus' on Paris Games: IOC
The French Olympic movement must "focus" on the preparations for the 2024 Games in Paris, an IOC spokesperson told AFP on Thursday hours after Brigitte Henriques' surprise resignation as National Olympic Committee (CNOSF) president.
Slot commits to Feyenoord as Spurs' manager search goes on
Arne Slot has committed to staying at Feyenoord, ruling himself out of contention for the vacant Tottenham manager's job.
Djokovic and Alcaraz in same half of French Open draw
Novak Djokovic could face world number one Carlos Alcaraz in the semi-finals of the French Open after both players were placed in the same half of the draw on Thursday.
PSG's Qatari owners in talks over Sampdoria investment - source
Qatar Sports Investments, the owners of French champions Paris Saint-Germain, are in negotiations over acquiring a stake in Italian club Sampdoria, a source with knowledge of the matter told AFP on Thursday.
French Olympic Committee in turmoil year ahead of Games
Sports Minister Amelie Oudea Castera on Thursday called on the French National Olympic Committee (CNOSF) to rally together after their president Brigitte Henriques quit her post only 14 months before Paris hosts the Olympic Games.
El Salvador cuts short football championship after deadly stampede
El Salvador football authorities have canceled the remainder of the national championship because of safety concerns, after a stampede at a game killed 12.
Ten Hag says Chelsea struggles are a warning as Man Utd takeover drags on
Erik ten Hag says Chelsea's struggles are a stark warning of how difficult life can be after a change of ownership as Manchester United's takeover process drags on.
Akash Madhwal - tennis-ball cricketer who entered IPL record books
Akash Madhwal was working as an engineer and playing tennis-ball cricket just a few years ago -- now he is in the Indian Premier League record books.
Japan recall Celtic ace Furuhashi for friendlies
Scottish Premiership player of the season Kyogo Furuhashi earned a Japan recall Thursday after nine months in the international wilderness saw him miss the World Cup.
Iniesta to leave Japan's Kobe but determined to play on
Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta said Thursday he will make an early exit from Japanese side Vissel Kobe but intends to keep playing aged 39.
Tina Turner played 'unique' part in Australian rugby league
Tina Turner is best known as a trailblazing rocker but Australia also remembered her on Thursday for her "unique" role in the history of rugby league in the country.
Last-gasp Panthers reach Stanley Cup final
Matthew Tkachuk scored a dramatic last-gasp goal to fire the Florida Panthers into the Stanley Cup final for only the second time in franchise history with a 4-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday.
Wu, Zhang end China's 86-year French Open wait
Twelve months ago, a despondent Wu Yibing was retiring with injury from a low-level clay court tournament in Italy, earning a meagre 530 euros ($570) for his troubles.
One year on, Paris Champions League final chaos leaves scars
As Paris steps up preparations for the 2024 Olympics, memories of the chaos that marred last year's Champions League final in the French capital remain raw for supporters of the clubs involved.
Ji opens LPGA Match-Play defense with victory
South Korea's Ji Eun-hee kicked off her LPGA Match-Play title defense with a 3&2 victory over Matilda Castren on Wednesday as top-seeded Lilia Vu surged late for a win.
El Salvador ends football tournament early after deadly stampede
Citing safety concerns, El Salvador's football authorities announced Wednesday they were canceling the country's Clausura national tournament following a stampede at a game over the weekend that killed 12.
Wallabies' Robertson out of World Cup but Rodda, Paisami return
Tom Robertson's World Cup dream ended on Thursday after a knee injury but fellow Wallabies Izack Rodda and Hunter Paisami will return this weekend from long-term layoffs.
Alonso eyeing chance to end Red Bull winning streak
Fernando Alonso will seek to break Max Verstappen and Red Bull's winning streak and claim his first win since 2013 as Formula One resumes this weekend with the 80th running of the classic Monaco Grand Prix.
Home is where the hurt is at French Open
It's been 40 years since a French player last won the men's singles title at Roland Garros and Yannick Noah's 1983 achievement is unlikely to be matched this year when the second major of the season starts on Sunday.
Stars' Benn suspended two games after Stone hit: NHL
Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn was handed a two-game suspension on Wednesday following the cross check that led to his ejection from his team's playoff defeat to the Vegas Golden Knights.
'Devastated' Halep says doping hearing postponed again
Former world number one Simona Halep on Wednesday said her doping hearing, scheduled for this weekend, had been postponed for a third time by the International Tennis Federation.
Martinez double secures Italian Cup for Inter
Lautaro Martinez scored twice as Champions League finalists Inter Milan came from behind to beat Fiorentina 2-1 and retain their Italian Cup title on Wednesday.
Brighton end Man City's winning run to secure top-six finish
Brighton ended Manchester City's 12-game winning run in the Premier League as a 1-1 draw on Wednesday secured the Seagulls a place in next season's Europa League.
Anger over covered Falklands map at Argentina's Malvinas stadium
Irate Argentine officials Wednesday ordered the uncovering of a map of the Falklands islands, whose ownership it disputes with Britain, at a stadium hosting matches of the Under-20 World Cup.
Morant 'fine' after Instagram post sparks concern - report
Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant's cryptic Instagram posts prompted a welfare check by police in Tennessee, who found the NBA All-Star to be "fine," the Memphis Commercial Appeal reported Wednesday.