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Ireland centre Aki to miss Tests after 8-week ban
Ireland centre Bundee Aki is set to miss home Tests against world champions South Africa and Fiji after being handed an eight-week ban following his red card for Connacht last weekend.
Ruud qualifies for ATP Finals after reaching Seoul quarters
World number two Casper Ruud secured a place at the ATP Finals for the second straight year after battling into the Korea Open quarter-finals on Thursday.
Hamilton 'feels for fans' as Verstappen runs away with title
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton said Thursday he feels for the fans with Max Verstappen on the cusp of wrapping up the world championship early at this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix.
India's Bumrah out of South Africa T20s with back injury
India's Jasprit Bumrah has been ruled out of the remaining two matches against South Africa due to a back injury and remains doubtful for the T20 World Cup starting next month.
Verstappen rates himself 'long shot' to clinch title in Singapore
Max Verstappen said Thursday he thinks he is "quite a long shot" to retain his Formula One world championship at this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix, even though it is mathematically possible.
USA to face Canada, Australia meet China in women's basketball World Cup semis
Connecticut Sun forward Alyssa Thomas nailed 13 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists as the United States close in on an 11th title after setting up a women's basketball World Cup semi-final against Canada Thursday.
Surprised Albon ready to race in Singapore after surgery drama
Williams driver Alex Albon said Thursday he was surprised to be able to race in Singapore this weekend after missing the Italian Grand Prix because of complications after surgery.
Jordanian doctor quits to become bodybuilding champion
Jordanian Mohammad Nsour gave up a career in medicine to pursue his dream of becoming a star bodybuilder.
Dettori-ridden Torquator Tasso given stiff draw to defend Arc crown
Frankie Dettori's hopes of a record-extending seventh Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe suffered a blow on Thursday when defending champion Torquator Tasso was handed a tough draw.
USA to face Canada in women's basketball World Cup semis, China through
Connecticut Sun forward Alyssa Thomas nailed 13 points, 14 rebounds and seven assists as an all-conquering United States close in on an 11th title after setting up a women's basketball World Cup semi-final against Canada Thursday.
Curry says teams 'reloading' to dethrone Warriors as NBA champs
Stephen Curry said Thursday that NBA teams are "reloading" to dethrone the Golden State Warriors as champions, as they begin their pre-season preparations this weekend in Japan.
USA storm into women's basketball World Cup semi against Canada
Connecticut Sun forward Alyssa Thomas nailed 13 points and 14 rebounds as an all-conquering United States close in on an 11th title after setting up a women's basketball World Cup semi-final against Canada Thursday.
'Stronger and fitter' Arshdeep eyes World Cup success
Indian quick bowler Arshdeep Singh is stronger, fitter and riding high after answering his critics with a match-winning attack on South Africa's top order ahead of next month's T20 World Cup.
USA power into women's basketball World Cup semi-finals
Kelsey Plum drilled a game-high 17 points and grabbed two rebounds as the United States powered into the women's basketball World Cup semi-finals Thursday with a 88-55 pummelling of Serbia.
All rise! Judge blasts 61st homer to equal Maris record
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge blasted his 61st home run of the season on Wednesday to equal the legendary Roger Maris's longstanding American League record.
Judge blasts 61st homer to equal Maris record
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge blasted his 61st home run of the season on Wednesday to equal the legendary Roger Maris's longstanding American League record.
Football injuries 'up 20 percent' in Europe's top leagues
Injuries across Europe's top five leagues rose by 20 percent in the 2021/22 season, according to a study published on Wednesday, as arguments intensify over football's congested calendar ahead of the World Cup.
MacDonald to coach All Blacks XV against Ireland A, Barbarians
Leon MacDonald was on Thursday named head coach of an All Blacks XV - essentially a New Zealand B team - for their November games in Europe against Ireland A and the Barbarians.
Neymar swept up in Brazil vote battle after video for Bolsonaro
Football superstar Neymar was swept up in Brazil's presidential election campaign after posting a video on social media Wednesday thanking President Jair Bolsonaro for visiting the player's charitable children's foundation.
Rizwan, Jamal help Pakistan down England in fifth T20I
Prolific opener Mohammad Rizwan hit a fighting half-century before debutant all-rounder Aamer Jamal starred with the ball as Pakistan beat England by six runs in another last-over finish in the fifth T20 international in Lahore on Wednesday.
LIV Golf set to pay for US television coverage: report
LIV Golf is close to sealing a deal with broadcaster Fox Sports which will see the Saudi-funded circuit pay for coverage on television, a US media report said Wednesday.
Pitch surprise as India down South Africa in T20 opener
Fast bowler Arshdeep Singh rattled the opposition batting on a seaming pitch to set up India's eight-wicket win over South Africa in their opening Twenty20 international on Wednesday.
McIlroy calls for unity in men's golf after 'ugly year'
Rory McIlroy believes it is still possible for men's professional golf to become "cohesive again" after an "ugly year" beset by bitter rows between the established US and European tours and the insurgent LIV Series.
Arshdeep, Chahar help India down South Africa in T20 opener
Fast bowlers Arshdeep Singh and Deepak Chahar wreaked havoc with the new ball to set up a convincing eight-wicket win for India in the first Twenty20 international against South Africa on Wednesday.
Farah forced to pull out of London marathon due to injury
Mo Farah has been forced to withdraw from Sunday's London marathon due to a hip injury with this latest setback raising doubts over the 39-year-old's future in competitive racing.
Worcester players want club to survive but need 'Plan B' says skipper Hill
Worcester captain Ted Hill said on Wednesday that while "everyone wants everything to work out" at the English Premiership crisis club, his teammates will need a "Plan B" regarding their own futures amid the ongoing uncertainty over the team's future.
Richarlison calls for punishment after banana thrown in Brazil game
Richarlison responded angrily on Wednesday to racist abuse after he scored as Brazil thrashed Tunisia in a friendly in Paris.
Bigger England Test fees could stop Premiership exodus: Exeter's Baxter
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter said Wednesday that higher England match fees could help stop players leaving the Premiership for bigger salaries abroad after Sam Simmonds agreed a move to Montpellier.
European giants struggle for form as World Cup looms
Just weeks away from the start of a World Cup like no other, the poor form of Europe's powerhouses suggests there could be a changing of the guard in Qatar.
Hamilton says failure to win this season 'not end of the world'
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said on Wednesday he does not see it as "a dry spell" or "end of the world" if he fails to win a race this season.
Protests shadow Iran's World Cup push
The protests that have erupted in Iran are shadowing the national football team's bid for a breakthrough to the World Cup, with rumours of a split in the squad, social media posts that mysteriously disappear and former legends weighing in to support the demonstrations.
World no.2 Ruud takes inspiration from Federer send-off
World number two Casper Ruud said on Wednesday that a bit of Roger Federer had rubbed off on him after being part of the tennis legend's send-off last week.