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'No awkwardness' for Dupont's France with Jegou, Auradou selection
France captain Antoine Dupont said on Thursday the inclusion of Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou in the team to face Wales in this week's Six Nations opener has had no impact on the squad.
PSG sweat on Zaire-Emery fitness for Champions League play-off
Warren Zaire-Emery is an injury doubt for Paris Saint-Germain's two-legged Champions League last 16 play-off tie next month after picking up an injury in Wednesday's crucial win at Stuttgart.
'No awkardness' for Dupont's France with Jegou, Auradou selection
France captain Antoine Dupont said on Thursday the inclusion of Oscar Jegou and Hugo Auradou in the team to face Wales in this week's Six Nations opener has had no impact on the squad.
British sailor Davies completes Vendee after 80 days at sea
British sailor Samantha Davies on Thursday crossed the finish line of the gruelling, round-the-world Vendee Globe yacht race in 13th position after just over 80 days at sea.
IOC presidential contenders deliver their vision for sport in post-Bach era
Hope, experience, integrity and engaging with the youth of today were some of the messages the seven candidates bidding to become the next president of the International Olympic Committee delivered to their fellow members on Thursday.
Jonny Gray returns for Scotland against Italy in Six Nations
Scotland lock Jonny Gray will make his first Test appearance for nearly two years after being named in the starting team for Saturday's Six Nations opener at home to Italy.
Italy turn to Allan for Six Nations opener against Scotland
Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada named Perpignan's Tommaso Allan at full-back on Friday for their Six Nations opener against Scotland, allowing Toulouse flier Ange Capuozzo to move to the wing.
Leipzig sign in-demand Xavi Simons from PSG until 2027
RB Leipzig have made Xavi Simons' loan from Paris Saint-Germain permanent, breaking the club's transfer record to sign the attacking midfielder until 2027.
Merlier at the double at Al-Ula Tour
Tim Merlier of Quick Step won stage three of Saudi Arabia's Al-Ula Tour on Thursday.
Gray returns for Scotland against Italy in Six Nations
Scotland lock Jonny Gray will make his first Test appearance for nearly two years after being named in the starting team for Saturday's Six Nations opener at home to Italy.
Doubters 'drive' Morgan's Wales before Six Nations opener in Paris
Wales captain Jac Morgan said on Thursday that his team would be using pre-tournament negativity surrounding their hopes in the Six Nations as motivation before the opener against France.
Figure skating mourns victims of US plane crash
The close-knit world of figure skating was in mourning on Thursday after a passenger jet carrying athletes and coaches, including former Russian world pairs champions Evgenia Shishkova and Vadim Naumov, crashed into Washington's Potomac River.
Gerrard leaves Saudi club Al-Ettifaq by mutual agreement
Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has left his role as Saudi side Al-Ettifaq's coach by mutual consent after 18 months in charge, the club said on Thursday.
New-look Champions League produces jeopardy, but giants survive
European football body UEFA hailed the "more dynamic" new format of the Champions League as a huge success after the first phase concluded on Wednesday while all of the continent's biggest clubs survived to reach the knockout stage.
Sri Lanka lose quick three after Australia declare on 654-6
Australia had Sri Lanka three down after opener Usman Khawaja's first double century and a ton on debut by Josh Inglis helped the tourists to 654-6 declared in the first match on Thursday.
Fly-half Prendergast starts for Six Nations champions Ireland against England
Sam Prendergast will start at fly-half for reigning champions Ireland when they begin their Six Nations title defence against England in Dublin on Saturday.
Australia declare on 654-6 in first Sri Lanka Test
Opener Usman Khawaja's first double century and a ton on debut by Josh Inglis helped Australia to 654-6 declared on day two of the first match against Sri Lanka on Thursday.
Cheika to leave English rugby giants Leicester at end of season
English rugby giants Leicester said Thursday head coach Michael Cheika will leave at the end of the season after he opted not to extend his contract with the Premiership club.
Rashford 'must be ashamed' of Man Utd exile, says Keane
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane says Marcus Rashford "must be ashamed" at his exile under Ruben Amorim.
Inglis hits ton as Australia reach 600-5 in first Test
Josh Inglis struck a century on debut and Usman Khawaja made 232 as Australia piled the agony on Sri Lanka on Thursday, day two of the first Test.
Warriors silence Thunder despite Gilgeous-Alexander's 52 points
The Golden State Warriors withstood Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 52-point outburst to beat the Western Conference leading Thunder 116-109 on Wednesday.
Short-handed Cavs handle Heat, Celtics cruise past Bulls
Donovan Mitchell scored 34 points to lead the short-handed Cleveland Cavaliers to a 126-106 NBA victory over Miami on Wednesday, maintaining their Eastern Conference lead over reigning champions Boston.
Dupont returns to Six Nations as France bid to dethrone Ireland
A France side bolstered by Antoine Dupont will begin their quest to deny Ireland an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title when they launch this year's edition at home to Wales on Friday.
Inter roll into Milan derby with leaders Napoli in their sights
Inter Milan have a chance to pile pressure on Serie A leaders Napoli when the reigning champions take on local rivals AC Milan in a derby clash which could be key to the destiny of the Scudetto.
Fly-half dilemma hinders Irish bid for Six Nations history, says MacNeill
Ireland's chances of an unprecedented third successive Six Nations title are hindered by fly-half options that are "a distance away from being Grand Slam winning playmakers" Irish rugby great Hugo MacNeill told AFP.
France open Six Nations against 'transitioning' Wales
Fabien Galthie's in-form France start this year's Six Nations by hosting struggling Wales on Friday with the head coach fully aware of the challenge of winning the title.
The USPA and U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrate 135th Anniversary with Global Sport and Fashion Events and Launch of "Born to Play"
This historic year will be marked by a series of global events and a global brand campaign by the U.S. Polo Assn. brand, creating an unforgettable experience for sports fans and consumers worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn. will spearhead the anniversary campaign with activations in major markets, including North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Consumers can look forward to exclusive in-store events, digital experiences, and collaborations with influencers and athletes, all celebrating the sport's legacy and future.
Bellingham says Real Madrid ready for any opponent in Champions League play-offs
Jude Bellingham insisted Real Madrid would be ready for whoever they have to face in the Champions League play-offs and that the reigning champions are "starting to click" after their 3-0 win in Brest on Wednesday.
Luis Enrique praises PSG for making knockouts despite 'worst draw'
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique on Wednesday praised his side for making the Champions League knockout stages despite having the "worst draw of the 36 teams involved".
Man City will pose problems for Madrid or Bayern, promises Guardiola
Pep Guardiola said he cannot see Manchester City winning the Champions League on current form, but believes his side will be better when they face the might of either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich next month.
Villa won't sell Watkins to Arsenal insists Emery
Unai Emery insisted Aston Villa will not sell Ollie Watkins after Arsenal reportedly made a £60 million ($74 million) bid just hours before the England striker helped his team reach the Champions League last 16 on Wednesday.
Dortmund appoint Kovac as coach on 18-month deal
Former Bayern Munich coach Niko Kovac will take over as Borussia Dortmund boss until 2026, sporting director Lars Ricken confirmed on Wednesday.