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Australia cruise to six-wicket win over England in first ODI
A superb Dawid Malan century was in vain as Australia cruised to a six-wicket win over England in their first one-day international at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday.
Worker deaths take a toll on World Cup host Qatar
The number of worker deaths from Qatar's giant World Cup campaign may never be known but the debate has already taken a toll on the Gulf state's name, experts say.
Alcaraz hails 'great achievement' at finishing youngest ever world number one
Carlos Alcaraz said ending the year as the youngest ever tennis world number one was "an amazing achievement" and a reward for his hard work.
Aleksandr Gorshkov, half of first ice dance Olympic gold medal pair, dies
Russian skater Aleksandr Gorshkov, the first Olympic ice dancing champion and president of the Russian Figure Skating Federation, has died at the age of 76, the federation said Thursday.
Hulkenberg replaces Schumacher at Haas for 2023 F1 season
Nico Hulkenberg will replace fellow German Mick Schumacher at Haas in 2023, the U.S. Formula One team announced Thursday.
Magnificent Malan saves England in first ODI against Australia
Dawid Malan scored a magnificent 134 as England recovered from a poor start to post 287-9 in the first one-day international against Australia at the Adelaide Oval on Thursday.
Hamilton targets future on return to scene of rancorous 'injustice'
Lewis Hamilton returns to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend 11 months on from one of the most rancorous days in Formula One history insisting he has put the past behind him.
Messi, Argentina land in Qatar after 5-0 World Cup warm-up win
Argentina and superstar Lionel Messi arrived in Qatar for the World Cup early on Thursday, just hours after a 5-0 warm-up victory, while defending champions France have also touched down in Doha.
Titans hit by injuries for Packers clash
The injury-hit Tennessee Titans will be without at least four regular starters for Thursday's clash with the Green Bay Packers and key defensive tackle Jeffrey Simmons' involvement is questionable, the team said.
Golf's PGA Tour, DP World Tour faces new lawsuit
The PGA Tour faces another lawsuit as the legal battle over the conflict with the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit rumbles on.
Brentford's Toney faces ban over betting breaches
Brentford striker Ivan Toney faces a lengthy ban after being charged by the English Football Association for 232 alleged breaches of betting rules over a four-year period.
New York City FC secure deal for own stadium
Major League Soccer's New York City FC will finally get their own stadium in 2027 after spending seven years playing at baseball's Yankee Stadium.
Messi scores in final World Cup warmup game
Superstar Lionel Messi warmed up for the World Cup with a goal in an easy Argentina victory on Wednesday while reigning champions France touched down in Qatar.
Messi on target as Argentina demolish UAE in World Cup warm-up
Lionel Messi was among the scorers as Argentina wrapped up their World Cup preparations with a 5-0 friendly victory over the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday.
Portugal's Ronaldo to miss World Cup warm-up friendly
Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo is suffering a stomach bug and will be left out of the team's World Cup warm-up friendly against Nigeria on Thursday, according to his coach Fernando Santos.
Maddison praises 'energy' in England World Cup camp
James Maddison said there was great "energy" in the England World Cup squad as Gareth Southgate's men seek to take the final step and win their first major trophy for 56 years.
Caudrelier blows away race record as tragedy mars Route du Rhum finish
Charles Caudrelier won the Route du Rhum on Wednesday, smashing the record in the transatlantic race though the finish in Guadeloupe was marred by the deaths of two spectators.
Lewandowski issued three-match ban after 'disrespect' towards ref
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has been given three-match ban in La Liga for showing "disrespect" towards a referee, which he will serve when Spanish domestic football resumes after the World Cup.
France arrive in Qatar for World Cup defence
World champions France touched down in Qatar on Wednesday as Argentina and superstar Lionel Messi warmed up for the World Cup with a goal in a friendly.
Sexton heaps praise on English rival Farrell ahead of likely landmark
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton paid tribute on Wednesday to Owen Farrell who is set to become only the third English player to reach the 100 cap milestone saying "his leadership is outstanding".
Boosted by Australian visa, Djokovic 'flawless' against Rublev
Novak Djokovic confirmed Wednesday he has received a visa to travel to Melbourne to play in the 2023 Australian Open, after he was deported last January over his vaccine status.
Djokovic 'very happy' with visa allowing him to play Australian Open
Novak Djokovic confirmed Wednesday he has received a visa to travel to Melbourne to play in the 2023 Australian Open, after he was deported last January over his vaccine status.
Maradona 'Hand of God' ball fetches £2 million at auction
The ball that Diego Maradona handled to score his infamous "Hand of God" goal for Argentina against England in the 1986 World Cup sold at auction on Wednesday for £2 million ($2.4 million).
William, Prince of Wales, defends support for England footballers
Prince William, who has the royal title Prince of Wales, on Wednesday defended his support for England's football team while meeting lawmakers in the Welsh parliament.
Djokovic dismisses Rublev to reach semis at ATP Fnals
Novak Djokovic advanced to the semi-finals of the ATP Masters Series in Turin on Wednesday with a 6-4, 6-1 win over Andrey Rublev, his second straight sets victory in as many matches.
In-form Kiwi golfer hopes to out-fox McIlroy in Dubai
New Zealand's Ryan Fox will lead the hunt to deny Rory McIlroy the honour of becoming only the second player in history to win both the FedEx Cup and Race to Dubai in a single year.
'Captain America' Pulisic eyes game-changing World Cup
Christian Pulisic says the World Cup is a chance to change global perceptions of American soccer as the United States return to the tournament after an eight-year absence.
UK, Ireland Euro 2028 bid announces 14 candidate venues
A joint bid by the five national associations of the United Kingdom and Ireland to host the 2028 European Championship published a shortlist of 14 venues for the tournament on Wednesday.
Erasmus needs to be reined in over referee criticism: Gatland
South African rugby authorities should have a word in Springbok director of rugby Rassie Erasmus's ear and tell him to stop criticising match referees, says former Wales head coach Warren Gatland.
'Monsoon Wedding' drops alcohol, kissing for Qatar run
A musical adaptation of "Monsoon Wedding" starting Thursday in Qatar had to remove alcohol and kissing, but the hit film's director Mira Nair insists it has not lost its "soul".
Top 14 side Bordeaux-Begles part ways with head coach Urios
Christophe Urios has left his post as head coach of Top 14 side Bordeaux-Begles by mutual consent after a poor start to the season and dressing-room dissent, the club announced on Wednesday.
France captain Lloris will not wear anti-discrimination armband at World Cup
France skipper Hugo Lloris has confirmed that he will not join other European national team captains in wearing an anti-discrimination armband during the World Cup in Qatar.