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Leclerc tops times for Ferrari in practice for US Grand Prix

Charles Leclerc completed a double top for Ferrari on Friday when he led the times ahead of Mercedes' championship leader Kimi Antonelli in second practice for this weekend's United States Grand Prix.

Travelling man Wade equals Prem try record

Christian Wade enjoyed another landmark moment in an extraordinary multi-sport career when he equalled Chris Ashton's all-time English Prem record of 101 tries as Newcastle beat Sale 17-9 on Friday for their first league win of the season.

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Indian teen chess wizard Pragg given hero's welcome

India's teen chess prodigy Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa arrived home to celebration Wednesday, with media jostling to catch a glimpse of the newly minted star who faced international No.1 Magnus Carlsen in the World Cup final.

Alcaraz keen to deflect pressure of US Open title defence

Carlos Alcaraz said retaining the US Open title was not on his mind as he began the defence of his crown Tuesday with a swift win over injured German opponent Dominik Koepfer.

Now or never for favourites France as Rugby World Cup hosts

There used to be a lazily-used cliche about France claiming "you never knew what French team would turn up" but in the build-up to this year's Rugby World Cup that remark has been consigned to the past.

'Great result' as All Black Barrett avoids World Cup ban: Foster

All Blacks coach Ian Foster said it was a "great result" that Scott Barrett avoided a World Cup ban after being sent off against South Africa.

Wawrinka oldest man to win US Open match in 31 years

Former US Open champion Stan Wawrinka on Tuesday became the oldest man to win a match at the tournament since 40-year-old Jimmy Connors in 1992.

Alcaraz, Medvedev ease into US Open second round

Carlos Alcaraz launched the defence of his US Open crown with a brisk victory after his opponent suffered an injury on Tuesday as third seed Daniil Medvedev strolled into the second round with a quick-fire win.

Springbok strength in depth boosts hopes of retaining World Cup

Strength in depth among forwards and backs has South Africans believing that captain Siya Kolisi and his Springboks can successfully defend in France the Rugby World Cup they won four years ago.

Embattled All Blacks boss looks to sign off with World Cup glory

A year after he faced the axe, Ian Foster will step down after four years in charge of the All Blacks following the Rugby World Cup as New Zealand look to bounce back from a record defeat to South Africa.

Venus bows out of 24th US Open

Venus Williams bowed out of her record-extending 24th US Open at the first hurdle on Tuesday, the seven-time Grand Slam champion losing 6-1, 6-1 to Belgium's Greet Minnen.

Young Tongans dream of the rugby meal ticket

On the rocky foreshore of Popua, the poorest area of the Tongan capital Nuku'alofa, a group of girls and boys are tossing around a rugby ball.

Botched VAR no problem as Murray advances at US Open

Andy Murray shrugged off a bungled attempt to use video review technology for the first time at the US Open before advancing to the second round with a straight sets defeat of France's Corentin Moutet on Tuesday.

Pegula credits trying times in pursuit of US Open success

Jessica Pegula said lessons she learned while dealing with injuries early in her career have helped shape her into a player targeting a deep run at the US Open as the world number three.

Postecoglou defends selection after Spurs crash out of League Cup

Ange Postecoglou defended his team selection after suffering his first defeat as Tottenham boss after Fulham won 5-3 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in the League Cup second round on Tuesday.

Spurs crash out of League Cup at Fulham

Ange Postecoglou suffered his first defeat as Tottenham boss as Fulham won 5-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in the League Cup second round on Tuesday.

Brazil tap Raphinha to replace injured Vinicius Junior

Barcelona winger Raphinha got a call-up from the Brazilian national team Tuesday to replace injured Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior as Brazil launch their qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup, officials said Tuesday.

Medvedev strolls into US Open second round as seeds tumble

Third seed Daniil Medvedev strolled into the second round of the US Open with a quick-fire victory as world number one Carlos Alcaraz prepared to launch his title defence on Tuesday.

Haaland wins PFA Player of the Year award

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland scooped the PFA Players' Player of the Year award on Tuesday after his stellar first season with the treble winners.

Medvedev fine to take US Open back seat to Alcaraz, Djokovic

Third seed Daniil Medvedev said Tuesday he was happy to fly under the radar at the US Open with much of the spotlight fixed on Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic.

Two fans arrested after on-field incident with Braves' Acuna

Two men who stormed the field in Denver and made physical contact with Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuna are facing charges in Denver, police reports showed Tuesday.

Hamlin makes Bills' 53-man roster seven months after cardiac arrest

Damar Hamlin made the Buffalo Bills' initial 53-man roster on Tuesday, seven months after suffering a cardiac arrest after taking a hit during an NFL game.

Iconic Rapinoe to play final game for USA on September 24

Megan Rapinoe will play her final game for the United States in a September 24 friendly against South Africa in Chicago, USA Soccer said Tuesday.

Liverpool's Van Dijk charged by FA over red card reaction

Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk has been charged with acting in an improper manner after he was sent off at Newcastle on Sunday.

Medvedev powers into US Open second round

Third seed Daniil Medvedev raced into the US Open second round on Tuesday with a 6-1, 6-1, 6-0 victory over Hungary's Attila Balazs.

Ailing Jabeur battles into US Open second round

Tunisia's Ons Jabeur overcame a medical scare to battle into the second round of the US Open on Tuesday with a straight sets defeat of Colombia's Camila Osorio.

Groves sprints to stage four win as police foil Vuelta oil threat

Kaden Groves pipped Juan Sebastian Molano in a thrilling bunch sprint finish to win stage four of the Vuelta a Espana on Tuesday, hours after Spanish police said they had foiled an attempted plot to sabotage the race.

Australia advance at Basketball World Cup as France salvage pride

Australia beat Japan to battle into the next round of the Basketball World Cup on Tuesday, while Germany, the Dominican Republic, Lithuania and Canada all advanced with perfect records.

Alcaraz launches US Open defence after Djokovic bow

Carlos Alcaraz launches the defence of his US Open crown here Tuesday, a day after Novak Djokovic produced a dazzling display to ensure he will replace the Spaniard as world number one.

LIV Golf star Koepka among captain's picks for US Ryder Cup team

LIV Golf star Brooks Koepka was among US Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson's six picks for the biennial match play showdown with Europe announced on Tuesday.

Buttler welcomes 'superstar' Stokes back into England ODI fold

England limited-overs captain Jos Buttler hailed "superstar" Ben Stokes following his decision to come out of one-day international retirement.

Pakistan ex-cricketer Latif on trial in Dutch MP threat case

A former Pakistani international cricketer went on trial Tuesday in the Netherlands for allegedly attempting to incite the murder of anti-Islam MP Geert Wilders, with prosecutors demanding a 12-year sentence if convicted.

Azam focused on Nepal rather than India ahead of Asia Cup

Pakistan captain Babar Azam stressed his team was focused on Wednesday's Asia Cup opening game against Nepal rather than against arch-rivals India, saying no team can be taken lightly.

Green light for Pavard move to Inter Milan: Italian media

Benjamin Pavard's transfer to Inter Milan, which had been on hold for the last week, appears to be back on again after Italian media reported on Tuesday that his current club Bayern Munich have finally given their approval.

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