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Kiss backs 'hungry' Beale to push for Wallabies game time

Wallabies head coach Les Kiss backed Kurtley Beale on Friday to push for a place in the Australian team during the Nations Championship after the veteran star's shock recall.

World number one Rybakina withdraws in Tokyo with injury

Elena Rybakina withdrew from the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo with a neck injury on Friday, a day after she secured the year-end world number one ranking.

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Son faces Saudis, Palestine make history in Asian Cup last 16

Son Heung-min's stuttering South Korea play Saudi Arabia while Palestine face hosts and holders Qatar as the Asian Cup kicks into high gear with the knockout rounds from Sunday.

Barnes shines as Kings hold off Warriors, Lakers top Bulls

The Sacramento Kings, fueled by a career-high 39 points from Harrison Barnes, edged the Golden State Warriors 134-133 on Thursday as Lakers star LeBron James celebrated his record-setting 20th NBA All-Star nod with a win.

Song and Cameroon aim to get better of Nigeria again at AFCON

There can be few more evocative fixtures at an Africa Cup of Nations than a meeting between Nigeria and Cameroon, and this Saturday's last-16 encounter in Ivory Coast will surely bring back plenty of memories for Indomitable Lions coach Rigobert Song in particular.

Tuchel's injury-ravaged Bayern wary of Augsburg slip-up

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel said he felt "a little bit jinxed" by his club's luck, as the Bundesliga champions head for resurgent Augsburg on Saturday with fresh injury concerns.

High-flyers Brest set for double duel with PSG

After the best first half of any Ligue 1 season in club history, Brest have the chance to show their success is no fluke with two games coming up against Paris Saint-Germain in little over a week.

Tough Las Palmas visit offers Madrid chance to take Liga lead

Real Madrid can take the reins at the top of La Liga at Las Palmas on Saturday, but the hardy hosts have proven one of the season's surprise packages.

Nigeria face Cameroon amid multiple clashes of AFCON champions

A shock-riddled Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast has reached the round of 16 with four ties between winners of the competition highlighting a four-day schedule that kicks off on Saturday.

Racing's Tedder learning from Kolisi ahead of Toulouse reunion

Racing 92's South African Tristan Tedder welcomes former club Toulouse in the French Top 14 on Sunday with Siya Kolisi offering words of wisdom for the playmaker in his eighth season in France.

Sabalenka banks on emotional edge over Zheng in Australian Open final

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka is confident she will have a crucial emotional edge over Zheng Qinwen in Saturday's Australian Open final, but the fast-rising Chinese star believes destiny is on her side.

Hsieh and Zielinski win Australian Open mixed doubles title

Taiwan veteran Hsieh Su-wei and Polish partner Jan Zielinski were crowned Australian Open mixed doubles champions Friday, outlasting American Desirae Krawczyk and Britain's Neal Skupski 6-7 (5/7), 6-4, 11-9.

Siakam powers Pacers past 76ers, Celtics rout Heat

The Indiana Pacers, fueled by a triple-double from recent arrival Pascal Siakam, snapped the Philadelphia 76ers' six-game NBA winning streak on Thursday as Boston crushed Miami in an Eastern Conference finals rematch.

New Zealand name Williamson, Ravindra for Proteas Tests

Star batters Kane Williamson and Rachin Ravindra were named Friday in the New Zealand squad for the two-match home Test series, starting next week, against an inexperienced South Africa side.

Panthers hire Canales as new head coach

The Carolina Panthers have agreed terms with former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales as their new head coach, the NFL Team said on Thursday.

Campbell's Lions seek another victim in 49ers

If the Detroit Lions are to upset the San Francisco 49ers and earn a place in the Super Bowl for the first time in franchise history, a large part of the credit will go to their head coach Dan Campbell.

Jackson sees NFL 'heavyweight fight' in Ravens-Chiefs matchup

Baltimore's Lamar Jackson expects a "heavyweight fight" when he leads the Ravens against rival quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs in an NFL playoff showdown on Sunday.

LeBron sets record with 20th career NBA All-Star Game spot

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James was voted into the NBA All-Star Game for a record 20th time on Thursday, named among 10 starters for next month's 73rd All-Star contest.

Late eagle lifts Jaeger to PGA Tour lead at Torrey Pines

Germany's Stephan Jaeger rolled in a 35-foot eagle putt from the fringe at his final hole on Thursday to seize a one-stroke lead over Nicolai Hojgaard after the second round of the US PGA Tour Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines.

Hometown hero Korda, Kiwi Ko share LPGA Drive On lead

Reigning Olympic champion Nelly Korda and New Zealand's Lydia Ko each fired a six-under par 65 to share the lead after Thursday's opening round of the LPGA Drive On Championship.

Evans shines on Monte Carlo opening stages

Elfyn Evans began his campaign to capture an elusive maiden world rally title by taking control of the Monte Carlo Rally on Thursday.

Guardiola aims jibe at Man Utd over Berrada switch

Pep Guardiola took a cheeky swipe at Manchester United as the Manchester City boss claimed his club's bitter rivals should name a stand after Omar Berrada if he revives their fortunes.

Costa Rica drawn with Trinidad in World Cup qualifying

Costa Rica will face Trinidad and Tobago in 2026 World Cup qualifying for the CONCACAF (North American) region after FIFA announced the draw for the second round on Thursday.

Rams' Morris will be new NFL Falcons coach over Belichick: reports

The NFL's Atlanta Falcons plan to hire Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as their new head coach, snubbing former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick, according to reports Thursday.

Brann, Benfica reach last eight of Women's Champions League

Norwegian side Brann qualified for the quarter-finals of the Women's Champions League after their 1-0 win at Slavia Prague on Thursday.

Atletico beat Sevilla to reach Copa semis as Depay delivers

Memphis Depay fired Atletico Madrid into the Copa del Rey semi-finals by earning his team a 1-0 win over Sevilla on Thursday.

Bournemouth crush Swansea to reach FA Cup last 16

Bournemouth scored five times in the first half of their 5-0 victory against out-classed Swansea in the FA Cup fourth round on Thursday.

Djokovic faces Sinner hurdle as Australian Open final beckons

Novak Djokovic meets Jannik Sinner for a place in the Australian Open final on Friday, knowing he stands just two matches away from tennis immortality.

Injured Salah pledges 'love' for Egypt in swipe at critics

Mohamed Salah underlined his "love" for Egypt as the Liverpool star hit back at critics of his decision to return to England for treatment on a hamstring injury.

US Amateur champion Dunlap will join PGA Tour after epic win

Reigning US Amateur champion Nick Dunlap, the first amateur since 1991 to win a PGA Tour event, said Thursday he will turn professional and accept PGA Tour membership through 2026.

S. Korea to face Saudi in Asian Cup last 16 as Indonesia sneak in

Son Heung-min's South Korea will face Saudi Arabia in a heavyweight last-16 clash at the Asian Cup with Thailand, Jordan, Bahrain and Indonesia also all going through at the end of the group phase Thursday.

Inter resume title tussle with Juve as Serie A rocked by racism again

Inter Milan get back to their tight Serie A title chase with Juventus when they travel to Fiorentina, while racism has once again reared its ugly head.

Saudis top group to set up 'very difficult' S. Korea Asian Cup clash

Roberto Mancini warned his Saudi Arabia players they face a "very difficult match" against South Korea next week in the Asian Cup last 16.

Evert and Navratilova decry Saudi bid to host WTA Finals

American tennis legends Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova criticized Saudi Arabian money flowing into women's tennis on Thursday in an opinion article published in the Washington Post.

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