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Khachanov stuns third-seeded Auger-Aliassime in US Open second round
Karen Khachanov knocked third-seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime out of the second round of the US Open on Thursday, pulling away relentlessly for a 6-7 (5/7), 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 victory.
Bordeaux facing sixth-tier football after French federation upholds relegation
Six-time French champions Bordeaux were condemned to sixth tier football on Thursday when the special executive committee of the French Football Federation (FFF) confirmed their relegation, AFP learned from a source close to the body.
Hamilton drives his Ferrari dream at Monza
Lewis Hamilton glided into Formula One's temple of speed on Thursday hoping that a twist of fate and an engine upgrade will bring him good luck in the Italian Grand Prix.
Stoic Verstappen looking beyond 'painful' Monza weekend
Max Verstappen expects no miracles at this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix where, he said on Thursday, he believes his Red Bull car could be exposed to a painful weekend on the Monza track.
Auger-Aliassime upset by Khachanov at US Open
Russian veteran Karen Khachanov defeated third-seeded Felix Auger-Aliassime Thursday in the second round of the US Open in four sets.
FIFA blasts UEFA 'smear campaign,' fights World Cup plan disclosures
FIFA has accused UEFA of a "smear campaign" and a "fishing expedition" after European football's governing body asked US judges to force it to hand over documents related to its failed World Cup investor plan.
World Cup winner Llorente retires from Spain team at 31
Marcos Llorente, who plays for Atletico Madrid and was part of Spain's World Cup-winning squad in July, announced his retirement from the national team aged of 31 in a surprise social media post on Thursday.
Martinelli joins Al-Hilal from Arsenal for reported £60 million
Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli has joined Saudi side Al-Hilal, the Premier League champions announced Thursday.
Osaka squeezes into US Open third round
Two-time champion Naomi Osaka survived a second-set swoon to beat Katerina Siniakova 6-2, 5-7, 6-1 on Thursday and reach the third round of the US Open.
Former champ Swiatek eases into US Open third round
Former champion Iga Swiatek marched into the third round of the US Open on Thursday as men's top seed Alexander Zverev eyed the next step in his bid for a first title at Flushing Meadows.
Antonelli will obey Mercedes orders to help 'tow' teammate Russell
World championship leader Kimi Antonelli will give his Mercedes team-mate and title rival George Russell "a tow" in qualifying, if requested, at this weekend’s keenly-anticipated Italian Grand Prix.
Slovenian rookie Omrzel triumphs as Mas extends Vuelta lead
Slovenian 20-year-old Jakob Omrzel climbed to victory on stage 12 of the Vuelta a Espana on Friday as Spain's Enric Mas extended his overall lead on a tough mountain stage.
Heading for Ferrari's home race, Leclerc still dreams of world title
In his eight years at Ferrari,Charles Leclerc has established himself as a popular and talented Monegasque prince of the Formula One grid, yet being crowned his sport's king remains just a dream.
'Everyone a winner' with Barcola transfer, says PSG coach Luis Enrique
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique insisted Thursday that the sale of France winger Bradley Barcola to Liverpool was a good deal for all parties, as the reigning European champions get ready to defend their Champions League title without one of their key players from the last two campaigns.
Just the beginning of the journey, Broeders-Bol says of 800m adventure
Femke Broeders-Bol has achieved what many athletes can but dream: swapping with success from a discipline in which she was a two-time world champion to the 800m, one of the most ruthless running distances.
All Blacks drop veteran hooker Taylor for third Springboks Test
New Zealand have dropped veteran hooker Codie Taylor for the third Test against South Africa in Johannesburg on Saturday.
Bosnia captain Dzeko to retire from international football
Veteran Bosnia and Herzegovina captain Edin Dzeko announced on Thursday that he would retire from international duty after October's Nations League match against Sweden.
Juve's Khephren Thuram out until 2027 with knee injury
Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram has undergone surgery on his right knee, the Turin giants said Thursday, with Italian media reporting the Frenchman will be sidelined until next year.
Iraola hails Barcola mentality after blockbuster Liverpool move
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola said Thursday that Bradley Barcola arrived at the club with the "right mentality" after making clear his desire to join the Premier League club from Paris Saint-Germain.
Michelsen shocks Nakashima in US Open clash of rising Americans
Brandon Nakashima, one of the hottest players in men's tennis this summer, couldn't find his best game Wednesday, losing to fellow American Alex Michelsen in the US Open second round.
Menoncello, Reece headline Top 14 new-season signings
The French Top 14 season starts on Saturday with a host of additions to its galaxy of star names from across the rugby-playing world.
Chinese WNBA star out of World Cup after losing passport
China's WNBA star Li Yueru will miss the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup in Berlin after losing her passport in the mail.
Brazil-Japan to play World Cup rematch at Singapore tournament
Japan will get a chance to avenge their heart-breaking World Cup defeat to Brazil when they take part in a four-team international tournament in Singapore in November, organisers said Thursday.
Alcaraz believes 'impossible' schedule raising injury threat
Carlos Alcaraz said Wednesday he plans to play fewer tournaments in future, blaming an "impossible" tennis calendar for a rising number of injuries in the sport.
Alcaraz rallies to reach US Open third round, Sabalenka storms through
Carlos Alcaraz got off to a sluggish start but stormed home, and Aryna Sabalenka was in control all the way as the defending champions led a stream of contenders into the third round of the US Open on Wednesday
Alcaraz overpowers Faria to reach US Open third round
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame an early wobble to book his place in the third round of the US Open on Wednesday, recovering from a set down to defeat Portugal's Jaime Faria in four sets.
Hamilton hopes to boost title bid with record Italian triumph
Lewis Hamilton will seek to boost his hopes of an unprecedented eighth drivers' world championship with a record sixth Italian Grand Prix win on Sunday when he races on Ferrari's home tarmac.
Brussels Diamond League finals Day 1 - five events to watch
Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis and Jamaica's world 100m champion Oblique Seville headline the opening day of the two-day Diamond League finals in Brussels on Friday.
'Role model' Stokes set to open for Adelaide Strikers
"Role model" Ben Stokes is set to open the batting for the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League, with club coach Tim Paine saying the former England skipper was made for the job.
Veteran Wallaby Slipper targets fifth World Cup after Brumbies deal
Veteran Wallabies prop James Slipper on Thursday committed to a 17th season of Super Rugby with the 37-year-old saying his body "still feels good" as he eyes a fifth World Cup on home soil next year.
Sabalenka races into US Open third round
Top seeded Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the third round of the US Open Wednesday, crushing Russian qualifier Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1.
Sabalenka storms into US Open third round as Pegula, Medvedev advance
Aryna Sabalenka took the next step on the road to a rare US Open three-peat, routing qualifier Polina Iatcenko 6-1, 6-1 to join a raft of contenders cruising into the third round on Wednesday.