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Evasive Alonso teases reporters on his F1 future
Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso teased reporters on the eve of his home Spanish Grand Prix on Thursday when asked if he had made a long-awaited decision on his future in Formula One.
F1 drivers expecting crashes, chaos at new Spanish GP circuit
Formula One drivers are expecting a weekend of crashes and chaos at the new Circuito de Madring as it hosts the Spanish Grand Prix for the first time.
Leclerc concedes he 'went too far' in Hamilton Monza incident
Charles Leclerc on Thursday conceded he was at fault when he clashed with Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton during the opening lap at the Italian Grand Prix.
Shelton, Tiafoe in spotlight as Zverev aims to build on Grand Slam success
Top-seeded Alexander Zverev is the only Grand Slam champion still standing as the US Open men's singles hit the semi-final stage on Friday, when all eyes will be on the all-American matchup between eighth-seeded Ben Shelton and 11th seed Frances Tiafoe.
England close in on Test series sweep against sorry Pakistan
England moved inexorably towards a crushing series whitewash against Pakistan on Thursday with three days still remaining in a one-sided third Test at Edgbaston.
England dominate sorry Pakistan, close in on Test series sweep
Pakistan threatened to implode on Thursday as England moved to the brink of a crushing series whitewash with three days still remaining in a one-sided third Test at Edgbaston.
2030 Winter Olympics chief Grospiron quits
The head of the organising committee for the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps, Edgar Grospiron, resigned on Thursday following months of tensions.
Kung wins Vuelta time-trial as Mas retains lead
Swiss Stefan Kung won Thursday's stage 18 time-trial as Spaniard Enric Mas retained the overall lead at the Vuelta a Espana.
Ultimate Championship as big as Olympics - and more lucrative, says Bolt
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt claimed 19 global titles in a storied career, but he wishes the kind of prize money on offer at the Ultimate Championship from Friday had been available when he was competing.
USA and France ease into women's Basketball World Cup semis
The United States breezed into the semi-finals of the Women's Basketball World Cup with a commanding 108-56 win against Hungary on Thursday.
England dominate Pakistan, close in on Test series sweep
Ruthless England tamed Pakistan's inexperienced attack in the third Test at Edgbaston on Thursday to move to the brink of a series whitewash against their hapless opponents.
France defeat China to reach women's basketball World Cup semis
France comfortably beat China 90-61 on Thursday to move into the semi-finals of the women's Basketball World Cup.
'Bragging rights' up for grabs at game-changing Ultimate Championship, says Coe
Global "bragging rights" are up for grabs at the Ultimate Championship in Budapest, World Athletics president Sebastian Coe said Thursday, hailing the inaugural three-day event as an "incubator for change".
France withdraws support for Infantino in FIFA presidential election
France will not support the candidacy of Gianni Infantino, who is running for a new term as FIFA president in March 2027, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Thursday.
England turn screw in 3rd Test against Pakistan
Harry Brook and Dan Lawrence stepped on the gas as England tightened their grip on the third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston on Thursday, aiming to wrap up a series whitewash in double-quick time.
France will not support Infantino in FIFA election: federation chief
France will not support the candidacy of Gianni Infantino, who is running for a new term as FIFA president in March 2027, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Thursday.
Clark-led USA thrash Hungary to move into women's World Cup semi-finals
A United States team full of WNBA stars breezed into the semi-finals of the Women's Basketball World Cup with a 108-56 win against Hungary on Thursday.
Russian skater Valieva loses neutral status
Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva, who returned to action this year after a long doping ban, has been barred from international competition after losing her status as a neutral athlete, the International Skating Union (ISU) said Thursday.
Messi to buy second Spanish lower league club
Argentina icon Lionel Messi has agreed to take over Spanish club Eldense, the second division side confirmed on Thursday.
Pochettino calls for Chelsea to lose 2016-17 Premier League title
Former Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino says Chelsea should be stripped of their 2016-17 Premier League title for financial rule breaches and the honour awarded to the side he led to the runners-up spot.
Seahawks beat Patriots again in NFL opener
The Seattle Seahawks shrugged off Sam Darnold's early injury to beat the New England Patriots 13-10 in the NFL's opening game, piling more misery on the team they beat in last season's Super Bowl.
Asian Games begin with Qatar basketball win, nine days before opening ceremony
The Asian Games began in Japan on Thursday when Qatar beat Iran in the men's basketball opening group game, the first action in the continental multi-sport showpiece that has more participants than the Olympics.
Japan gymnasts under injury cloud for home Asian Games
Japan men's gymnastics team for their home Asian Games this month includes multiple Olympic and world champions, but serious injuries have clouded their chances.
India trailblazer won't 'let go' of chance for Asian weightlifting glory
Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu told AFP she "will not let go" of the chance to round off a glittering career with an elusive Asian Games medal, saying her goal feels "so close".
Zverev cruises past van de Zandschulp into US Open semis
Top seed Alexander Zverev motored into the semi-finals of the US Open on Wednesday, cruising past the Netherlands' Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets to stay on course for his second Grand Slam title.
Antonelli faces new challenge after stirring triumph in Monza
After "walking on water" in Monza, Kimi Antonelli faces an entirely different challenge at this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix as he bids to continue his record-breaking assault on the world championship.
Duplantis leads creme de la creme at 'game-changing' Ultimate Championship
Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis is the headline act as the world's top-ranked track and field athletes gather for this weekend's inaugural Ultimate Championship in Budapest, where they will compete for unmatched prize money totalling $10 million.
Korda leads US bid to win first away Solheim Cup since 2015
World number one Nelly Korda spearheads a US team hoping to win the Solheim Cup on European soil for the first time in more than a decade from Friday.
Gauff takes inspiration from Tiafoe in US Open fightback win
Drawing inspiration from Frances Tiafoe's rally from two sets down to reach the US Open semi-finals, Coco Gauff saved two match points in her own fightback victory on Wednesday.
Rybakina books US Open semi against Gauff, secures No.1 ranking
Elena Rybakina ended Zheng Qinwen's spirited US Open run with a three-set victory on Wednesday, ensuring she'll rise to number one in the world for the first time.
Pegula aiming to thwart Sabalenka three-peat in US Open semis
Aryna Sabalenka is gunning for her third US Open title in a row -- can Jessica Pegula stop her this time?
Arteta lauds in-form Odegaard as 'remarkable' Arsenal edge Napoli
Mikel Arteta hailed Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard for another match-winning moment as his goal sealed a 1-0 victory over Napoli on Wednesday that the Gunners boss said did not reflect a "remarkable" performance from his side.