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Madrid Open apologises for denying women's doubles finalists speeches
Madrid Open organisers apologised Thursday after not allowing the women's doubles finalists to make speeches after the match at the tournament last week, amid allegations of sexism.
CAF Champions League semi-finals: Stars to watch
An all-star CAF Champions League semi-finals cast pits Esperance of Tunisia against Al Ahly of Egypt and Wydad Casablanca of Morocco against Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa.
Two more handed suspended jail terms in Tokyo Olympics scandal
Two Japanese businessmen were handed suspended prison sentences on Thursday in the latest convictions in a bribery scandal surrounding the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Basketball's other globe-trotters do battle in Southeast Asia
If someone had told Lester Prosper back in 2011 that the then-NBA hopeful would one day play for Indonesia, he would have told them they were "crazy".
Embiid, Giannis, Doncic, Tatum named to All-NBA First Team
NBA Most Valuable Player Joel Embiid of Philadelphia, Milwaukee's Giannis Antetokounmpo, Dallas star Luka Doncic and Boston's Jayson Tatum were among those named Wednesday to the All-NBA First Team.
Jones finalises Wallabies staff ahead of 'smash and grab' World Cup bid
Wallabies coach Eddie Jones hired former Castres boss Pierre-Henry Broncan and London Irish's Brad Davis on Thursday to complete his backroom staff ahead of a "smash and grab" bid for the World Cup in France.
Ex-Raiders receiver pleads guilty over deadly 2021 crash
Former Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Henry Ruggs III faces up to 10 years in jail after striking a plea deal on Wednesday to charges stemming from a 2021 drink-driving car crash that left a woman dead, prosecutors said.
'One small step' left for Inzaghi's Champions League final dream
Simone Inzaghi can already see his Inter Milan team in next month's Champions League final after an impressive 2-0 win over local rivals AC Milan in the last four on Wednesday.
Inter eye Champions League final after seeing off Milan
Inter Milan have one foot in the Champions League final after an impressive 2-0 win over AC Milan in a pulsating last-four derby.
Fognini defeats Murray in Rome battle of tennis dads
Fabio Fognini edged out Andy Murray in a battle of veteran tennis dads to reach the Italian Open second round on Wednesday.
Etcheverry lines up Djokovic clash in Rome as Wawrinka moves on
Novak Djokovic will begin his bid to retain the Italian Open title against Tomas Etcheverry after the Argentine beat Luca van Assche in the first round on Wednesday.
'Don't make me run,' says 41-year-old Dhoni as Chennai down Delhi in IPL
A late cameo by skipper M.S. Dhoni and disciplined bowling helped Chennai Super Kings edge closer to an IPL play-off berth with a 27-run win over Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.
South Korea's Lee seeks third straight PGA Byron Nelson win
South Korea's Lee Kyoung-hoon will try this week to become only the fourth player in the past 40 years to win the same PGA Tour event three consecutive seasons.
Dhoni in star cameo as Chennai down Delhi for seventh IPL win
A late cameo by skipper M.S. Dhoni and disciplined bowling helped Chennai Super Kings edge closer to an IPL play-off berth with a 27-run win over Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.
Tiger out, Spieth in doubt as PGA Championship field set
Tiger Woods was confirmed out for next week's PGA Championship following right ankle surgery while injured Jordan Spieth, chasing a career Grand Slam, was on the entry list released Wednesday.
F1 faces the price of success in new Concorde talks
Formula One teams are set to start talks with the sport's governing body and owners on a new collective agreement with wrangles over a number of thorny issues expected as the sport faces up to the price of success.
Groves wins wet Giro stage as dog unseats Evenepoel
Australian Kaden Groves won a ferocious sprint at the end of a rain-soaked and crash-filled fifth stage of the Giro d'Italia on Wednesday as Andreas Leknessund retained the overall lead and favourite Remco Evenepoel fell twice.
Neville appointed as first woman to officiate at men's RWC
Irish referee Joy Neville will become the first woman to officiate at the men's Rugby World Cup after being named on the 26-person panel by World Rugby on Wednesday.
NFL adds second game in Germany and announces international pairings
The National Football League on Wednesday announced the matchups for its five European games as it released the highlights of its 2023 regular-season schedule.
Soaked Cambodian runner gets $10,000 bonus from PM
A Cambodian runner who captured hearts with a spirited last-placed finish in heavy rain was awarded $10,000 by Prime Minister Hun Sen on Wednesday.
'It has been an honour' -- Barcelona legend Busquets to leave club
Sergio Busquets will leave Barcelona in June at the end of his contract, the midfielder confirmed Wednesday, ending a highly successful era at the club.
Embiid shines as Sixers sink Celtics, Nuggets rout Suns
The Philadelphia 76ers moved to within one win of a series victory over the Boston Celtics in the NBA playoffs on Tuesday as the Denver Nuggets thrashed the Phoenix Suns to edge closer to a place in the conference finals.
Skyscraper totals becoming new norm in run-fest IPL
A marauding Faf du Plessis and emerging power-hitters including Rinku Singh have helped make team totals over 200 the new normal in this high-scoring edition of the Indian Premier League.
Alonso bids to shed 'Neverkusen' tag against former boss Mourinho
When Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso takes on Jose Mourinho's Roma on Thursday, he will face not only his former mentor, but the man who predicted his future coaching success.
World no.3 pole vaulter auctions off winning shoes for Philippine kids
Pole vault star Ernest John Obiena will auction off his gold-medal-winning spikes to raise money for children back home in the Philippines who practise in a sawdust pit.
All Blacks and Japan to face off more often under new deal
The All Blacks and Japan will meet regularly from 2024 to 2027 as part of a wide-ranging deal announced Wednesday aimed at growing rugby across the region.
Embiid, Sixers close on series win after downing Celtics
Joel Embiid led the Philadelphia 76ers to within one win of a series triumph over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday, scoring 33 points in a 115-103 road victory in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference playoff duel.
From Pele to Beckham -- four superstars who dipped their toe in football's backwaters
Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi's move to spend the final years of his stellar career in Saudi Arabia, according to a source close to the negotiations, will come as a crushing blow to Barcelona fans who dreamed of a return to the club that nurtured him.
Grealish warns Madrid that Man City are 'unstoppable' at home
Jack Grealish said Manchester City are confident of finishing the job against Real Madrid at home to reach the Champions League final after a 1-1 draw in their semi-final first leg on Tuesday.
De Bruyne rocket leaves Man City and Madrid level
Kevin De Bruyne's brilliant drive earned Manchester City a 1-1 draw at Real Madrid in a gripping Champions League semi-final first leg battle on Tuesday.
Judge rejects Brazil defender Dani Alves's bail request
A Spanish judge on Tuesday denied Brazil defender Dani Alves's second bail request while the footballer awaits trial for alleged rape.
Giannis will be 'forever grateful' to former Bucks coach
Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo declared Tuesday he will be "forever grateful" to Mike Budenholzer, who was fired last week as coach of the Milwaukee Bucks.