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Marc Marquez on front row at Malaysian MotoGP as Martin ruled out

Marc Marquez capitalised on championship rival Jorge Martin's injury withdrawal to sit on the front row for the Malaysian MotoGP as his brother Alex Marquez took pole position on Saturday.

James, Maxey fuel 76ers over Knicks in NBA Cup thriller

LeBron James scored 20 points including a late tip-in to help seal the Philadelphia 76ers' 98-93 victory over the NBA champion New York Knicks on Friday.

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Osaka trying not to feel 'a failure' after early Abu Dhabi exit

Naomi Osaka said she was trying not to feel "like a failure" after her comeback hit another roadblock with a 7-5, 6-0 defeat to former world number seven Danielle Collins in the first round of the Abu Dhabi Open on Tuesday.

Nigeria's Osimhen declared fit for AFCON semi-final

Nigeria superstar Victor Osimhen is available to play in Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against South Africa following a fitness scare, the team confirmed.

DR Congo team determined to 'give joy' to supporters as conflict scars country

Democratic Republic of Congo coach Sebastien Desabre is hoping his team can use Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against Ivory Coast to "give joy" to people at home amidst ongoing violence in the volatile east of the country.

Wales coach King demands 'no fear' in England Six Nations clash

Wales assistant coach Alex King has demanded a "no-fear" approach in their Six Nations clash against England at Twickenham on Saturday.

'Angry' Klinsmann vows not to quit after S. Korea's Asian Cup exit

Jurgen Klinsmann vowed to carry on as South Korea coach despite failing to fulfil his stated objective of reaching the Asian Cup final following a 2-0 defeat to Jordan on Tuesday.

Rodgers urges Celtic to 'stay calm' amid title pressure

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has urged the Scottish Premiership leaders to stay calm as the pressure mounts in a tense title race.

MVP Embiid out for at least a month after knee surgery

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid, the NBA's reigning Most Valuable Player, has been ruled out for at least a month after knee surgery, his team said on Tuesday.

Becker steps down as Rune coach after four months

Boris Becker announced on Tuesday he would "step down as coach of Holger Rune with immediate effect" after just four months working with the Dane.

Ratcliffe joins Man Utd greats for Munich memorial service

Jim Ratcliffe was among those in attendance at Old Trafford on Tuesday on the 66th anniversary of the Munich air disaster as he edges closer to becoming minority owner at Manchester United.

Hosts Ivory Coast determined to continue 'miraculous' run until AFCON final

Ivory Coast's interim coach Emerse Fae has urged his team to go into Wednesday's Africa Cup of Nations semi-final against the Democratic Republic of Congo with the mindset that has allowed the hosts to make a "miraculous" recovery from the brink of elimination at the tournament.

Jordan stun South Korea to reach Asian Cup final for first time

Jordan powered past Son Heung-min's South Korea 2-0 on Tuesday to reach their first Asian Cup final and a showdown with Iran or hosts and holders Qatar.

Under-fire Pochettino reveals 'good text' from Chelsea owners

Mauricio Pochettino said on Tuesday he had received a "very good text" from Chelsea's owners as the pressure mounts on the Argentine manager following back-to-back Premier League defeats.

'Not like usual': Paris set for major Olympic restrictions

What will life be like for Parisians when the Olympics begin in July? The top official in charge of security said Tuesday that residents should brace for QR codes and major security restrictions in parts of the capital.

Alonso's Leverkusen 'play like he played', says Bayern's Neuer

Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer said former team-mate Xabi Alonso has his unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen playing in the ex-midfielder's own image, before Saturday's clash between the sides.

Halep to appear before CAS to appeal four-year doping ban

Former world number one Simona Halep will appear before a three-day hearing of the Court of Arbitration for Sport starting on Wednesday to appeal her four-year doping ban, CAS confirmed.

Red Bull's Horner faces hearing over alleged 'inappropriate behaviour'

Red Bull Formula One team boss Christian Horner faces a hearing on Friday following an accusation of "inappropriate behaviour", British media reports said.

Erasmus eyes World Cup history with new Springbok contract

Rassie Erasmus can dream of an unprecedented third successive Rugby World Cup title after signing a four-year contract as South Africa head coach on Tuesday which includes the 2027 global showpiece in Australia.

Osaka falls at first hurdle in Abu Dhabi

Naomi Osaka's comeback hit another roadblock as she suffered a 7-5, 6-0 defeat to former world number seven Danielle Collins in the first round of the Abu Dhabi Open on Tuesday.

Veteran and rising US women gymnasts set to light up Paris Games

Superstar Simone Biles leads a list of veteran champions vying with a talented new generation aiming to make a US women's Olympic gymnastics team that could be one for the ages.

Cycling team boss wants substitutes 'like football' to make Tours 'more humane'

Movistar general manager Eusebio Unzue has called for cycling's Grand Tours to be shortened to two weeks and teams to be allowed use replacements like in football to modernise the sport and make it "more humane".

Cavendish climbs Colombia on Tour de France quest

The Tour de France may still be almost five months away but preparations have already begun for British sprinter Mark Cavendish who makes his first start in the Tour Colombia on Tuesday.

Iran stars facing 'last dance' in Asian Cup semi-finals

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei said several of his ageing stars are facing "the last dance" as they prepare to meet hosts and holders Qatar in Wednesday's Asian Cup semi-final.

Paris Olympics chief faces legal probe over pay: source

French investigators have opened a legal probe into the pay of Paris Olympics chief organiser Tony Estanguet, a legal source said Tuesday, in an embarrassing development six months before the Games begin.

Sevilla, Ocampos complain after fan's 'obscene' buttocks poke

Sevilla condemned a Rayo Vallecano fan's "obscene" act early Tuesday after the supporter poked forward Lucas Ocampos's backside with his finger during a La Liga match.

Second century for Williamson as New Zealand extend lead past 500

Kane Williamson crafted his second century of the match Tuesday as New Zealand took complete command of the first Test on day three against understrength South Africa.

Australia take just 6.5 overs to destroy woeful West Indies in 3rd ODI

Australia needed just 6.5 overs to thrash a woeful West Indies by eight wickets in an embarrassing end to their one-day international series in Canberra on Tuesday, with Jake Fraser-McGurk slamming 41 off 18 balls.

Bumrah, Bazball and spin: Talking points after two India-England Tests

India beat England by 106 runs in the second Test in Visakhapatnam on Monday to level the five-match series 1-1.

Messi says leg 'getting better' but could miss Japan match

Lionel Messi said Tuesday his leg injury was "getting better" but the World Cup-winning captain could not guarantee he would be fit to play in Inter Miami's pre-season friendly in Japan this week.

Davis triple double sparks Lakers to third NBA win in a row

Anthony Davis delivered his third career triple double on Monday to support big nights from LeBron James and D'Angelo Russell as the Los Angeles Lakers won 124-118 at Charlotte.

Kelce aiming to match Swift's Grammy glut with Super Bowl win

Travis Kelce says he wants to match girlfriend Taylor Swift's record-breaking Grammy exploits by bringing home some silverware of his own at this week's Super Bowl.

Storm clouds gather around France coach Galthie ahead of Scots match

France head coach Fabien Galthie has enjoyed a long honeymoon but for the first time since he took over after the 2019 Rugby World Cup, there are rumblings about his stewardship following the 38-17 thumping by Ireland in the Six Nations.

NFL taps Eagles to play in Brazil for league's South America debut

The Philadelphia Eagles were named on Monday to play in the NFL's first ever regular-season game in South America, a September 6 contest to be held in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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