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Miami Heat earn first win of NBA season with Antetokounmpo

The Miami Heat finally earned their first win since the start of the season and the arrival of superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, defeating the Atlanta Hawks 129-117 on Wednesday.

Brewers catcher Contreras named World Series MVP

Milwaukee's veteran catcher William Contreras was named World Series Most Valuable Player on Wednesday after excelling at the plate and behind it in the Brewers' triumph over the Tampa Bay Rays.

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Pakistan strike back after Cummins takes five in 2nd Test

Australia lost Usman Khawaja and Marnus Labuschagne in quick succession as a defiant Pakistan battled hard to stay in the second Test Thursday after Pat Cummins took five wickets to dismiss them for 264.

LawConnect swoops late to win Sydney-Hobart thriller

Australian supermaxi LawConnect took line honours in the punishing Sydney-Hobart ocean race on Thursday, pipping rival Andoo Comanche in one of the tightest-ever finishes to the blue water classic.

Man City battle back to beat Everton on return to Premier League

Manchester City came from behind to beat Everton 3-1 on their return from the Club World Cup on Wednesday and move five points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool.

Chelsea snatch late winner against Crystal Palace

Noni Madueke snatched a 2-1 win for Chelsea in the Premier League on Wednesday, scoring a late winner from the penalty spot against Crystal Palace to offer the Blues some cheer towards the end of a terrible 2023.

Packers suspend Alexander one game after coin flip flap

The Green Bay Packers suspended cornerback Jaire Alexander for one game on Wednesday after he crashed the pre-game coin-toss at Carolina on Sunday and nearly botched it.

Chiefs' Kelce says offensive woes 'not just one guy'

Kansas City tight end Travis Kelce said the Super Bowl champion Chiefs' offensive struggles -- on full display in a shock loss to Las Vegas on Monday -- are down to every player.

Japan's Mitoma is a doubt for Asian Cup after suffering ankle injury

Japan's Kaoru Mitoma is a doubt for next month's Asian Cup after being ruled out of action for up to six weeks with an ankle injury.

Nuggets forward Gordon sidelined with dog bite injuries

The Denver Nuggets will be without power forward Aaron Gordon indefinitely as he recovers from dog bite injuries to his face and hand, the NBA team said Wednesday.

NBA approves sale of Mavericks

The NBA approved Mark Cuban's sale of his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks to the families that run the Las Vegas Sands casino resort company.

South Africa's Elgar scores 'special' century at his home ground

South Africa century-maker Dean Elgar said on Wednesday that his animated celebrations upon reaching 100 against India on the second day of the first Test were due to him finally getting his name on the honours board that is mounted on the interior of the Centurion home changeroom.

Arsenal boss Arteta open to January signings

Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal are ready to enter the January transfer market should their squad remain as "exposed" in recent times.

Moyes proud of Hammers' progress as Arsenal await

West Ham manager David Moyes said he was "really pleased" by his side's progress ahead of their trip across London to Premier League title-contenders Arsenal on Thursday.

Veteran Elgar and new cap Bedingham put South Africa ahead against India

Dean Elgar, on the eve of retirement, and new cap David Bedingham took South Africa into the lead on the second day of the first Test against India at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Wednesday.

Brighton wingers Mitoma and Adingra out for a month

Brighton and Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi expects to be without wingers Kaoru Mitoma and Simon Adingra for between four to six weeks in the latest blows to his injury-hit squad.

Romero adds to Tottenham's injury woes

Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou revealed Wednesday he'd been dealt another injury setback when confirming Cristian Romero will miss the next four to five weeks with a hamstring strain.

Brighton wingers Mitoma and Adingra set for at least a month out

Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi expects to be without wingers Kaoru Mitoma and Simon Adingra for between four to six weeks in the latest blows to his injury-hit squad.

Howe puts faltering Newcastle stars on notice

Eddie Howe has warned his Newcastle squad that no-one is assured of a place in the team as he looks to halt a decline in the Magpies' form.

South Africa's Elgar hits attacking century against India

Dean Elgar hit a boundary-studded century as South Africa scored rapidly on the second day of the first Test against India at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Wednesday.

Ten Hag hopes familiar faces can boost Man Utd consistency

Erik ten Hag says the return of key players will bolster Manchester United's consistency as they plot to build on Tuesday's dramatic 3-2 comeback win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.

Elgar hits attacking century in penultimate Test

Dean Elgar hit a boundary-studded century as South Africa scored rapidly on the second day of the first Test against South Africa at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Wednesday.

Man Utd must consult Ratcliffe's INEOS over transfers, Ten Hag future

Manchester United must consult with INEOS over any January transfer window deals and the future of manager Erik ten Hag prior to the Premier League ratifying its agreement to take a 25 percent stake in the club.

Rahul hits century and takes catch for India against South Africa

KL Rahul completed a century and held a catch behind the stumps for India on the second morning of the first Test against South Africa at SuperSport Park in Centurion on Wednesday.

Djokovic expects Nadal back for more Grand Slams not just to play

Novak Djokovic warned Wednesday he expects great rival Rafael Nadal is returning "to win a Grand Slam, not just to play" as the world number one prepares to defend his Australian Open title next month.

Gakpo backs Liverpool forwards to fill in for absent Salah

Liverpool's Cody Gakpo believes his side have the forward firepower to cope without Mohamed Salah when the Egypt star departs for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.

Bangladesh claim historic victory over New Zealand in first T20

Bangladesh claimed an historic five-wicket win over New Zealand on Wednesday after their seamers ran riot in the opening game of their three-match Twenty20 series on Wednesday in Napier.

Russian swim star Kolesnikov 'not sad' to miss Paris Olympics

Russian swimming star Kliment Kolesnikov is all about winning Olympic medals -- but not at all costs.

New Zealand labour to 134-9 against Bangladesh in first T20

Bangladesh's seamers ran riot as New Zealand laboured to 134-9 in the opening game of their three-match Twenty20 series on Wednesday in Napier.

Australia take control of second Test as Pakistan flounder

Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon put Australia in the driving seat of the second Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Wednesday to leave Pakistan tottering at 194-6, still 124 runs behind on day two.

Thunder upset Timberwolves, Pistons slump to 27th straight NBA defeat

The Oklahoma City Thunder, fueled by 34 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander knocked off Western Conference leaders Minnesota 129-106 on Tuesday as Detroit's 27th defeat saddled them with an unwelcome piece of NBA history.

Shafique stands firm as Pakistan narrow gap on Australia

Opener Abdullah Shafique battled to an unbeaten 39 as Pakistan narrowed Australia's lead to 250 runs at tea on day two of the second Test in Melbourne on Wednesday, losing one wicket in the process.

Nadal, Osaka in Australia comebacks as Djokovic targets more glory

Rafael Nadal returns from a "winding, tortuous" injury journey in Brisbane this week, while fellow superstar Novak Djokovic kickstarts his bid for an unprecedented 11th Australian Open title at Perth.

Five breakout sporting stars in 2023

In 2023, Sha'Carri Richardson finally came good on the global stage, while Victor Wembanyama quickly left his mark on the NBA and Rachin Ravindra lit up the Cricket World Cup.

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