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Maddison sparkles on Spurs return as win drought ends

James Maddison made a sensational return to Tottenham's starting line-up after 17 months away on Monday as Spurs beat Coventry 3-1 to claim their long-awaited first Premier League win of the season.

Boland grabs opportunity for Australia as South Africa struggle in second Test

Scott Boland does not get many chances to bowl for Australia in Test matches, but he showed again on Monday that when he gets the call he is ready to step up.

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UK, Australian PMs wade into Ashes row

The British and Australian prime ministers have traded verbal bouncers after a controversial Test match between the two sides that has rocked the usually genteel world of cricket.

Trainer Baffert's ban extended by Churchill Downs through 2024

US horse trainer Bob Baffert had his suspension from Churchill Downs extended through the end of 2024, ruling him out of next year's 150th Kentucky Derby, track officials said Monday.

PGA officials, but not LIV, to testify before US lawmakers

US PGA Tour officials Jimmy Dunne and Ron Price will speak before a US Senate hearing into the PGA merger deal with Saudi backers of LIV Golf, lawmakers said on Monday.

Djokovic shines at 'holy grail' Wimbledon as Gauff, Venus crash

Novak Djokovic launched his bid for an eighth Wimbledon title on Monday with a 40th successive win on Centre Court while American stars Coco Gauff and Venus Williams were knocked out.

Venus says she was 'killed by grass' after Wimbledon defeat

Venus Williams said she was "killed by the grass" after the five-time champion suffered a nasty tumble during her 6-4, 6-3 defeat to Elina Svitolina in the Wimbledon first round on Monday.

As Spurs debut nears, Wembanyama dines with Tony Parker

NBA top draft pick Victor Wembanyama dined with former San Antonio star guard Tony Parker as he prepared for an expected Summer League debut with the Spurs on Friday.

Canada's injured Borjan to miss remainder of Gold Cup

Canada's men's national team captain Milan Borjan will miss the remainder of the CONCACAF Gold Cup with an unspecified injury, Canada Soccer announced on Monday.

Jasper Philipsen avoids disaster in sprint for Tour de France third stage win

Belgian sprint ace Jasper Philipsen demonstrated his speed skills by winning the third stage of the Tour de France on Monday.

Svitolina beats injured Williams in Wimbledon first round

Elina Svitolina recovered from a shaky start to beat injured five-time Wimbledon champion Venus Williams 6-4, 6-3 in the first round on Monday.

Djokovic shines at 'holy grail' Wimbledon as Russians return

Novak Djokovic launched his bid for an eighth Wimbledon title and 24th Grand Slam triumph on Monday with his 40th successive win on Centre Court as Russian players defiantly marked their return from a controversial 2022 ban.

Gerrard joins Saudi influx to take charge of Al-Ettifaq

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is the latest star name to make the move to Saudi Arabia after signing a deal to become head coach of Al-Ettifaq.

Djokovic dries Wimbledon court before wiping floor with opponent

Novak Djokovic helped dry the grass on Wimbledon's Centre Court with his towel before picking up where he had left off to beat Argentina's Pedro Cachin 6-3, 6-3, 7-6 (7/4) in his opening match on Monday.

Belgian Philipsen sprints to Tour de France third stage win

Belgian sprinter Jasper Philipsen outpaced and outmuscled the other fast men to take the high-speed bunch finish at the end of the third stage of the Tour de France on Monday.

Wimbledon wrong to ban Russians, says Rublev

Andrey Rublev insisted Monday that Wimbledon was wrong to ban him and his Russian compatriots from the 2022 tournament, claiming the only loser was the All England Club.

Djokovic helps dry damp Wimbledon court with towel

Novak Djokovic helped dry Wimbledon's Centre Court with his towel on Monday, appealing to fans to "blow" on the court during a lengthy delay.

Djokovic opens Wimbledon campaign as Russians return

Novak Djokovic launches his bid for an eighth Wimbledon title and all-time record-equalling 24th Grand Slam triumph on Monday as Russian players marked their return from a 2022 ban with opening wins.

Three things we learned from the Austrian Grand Prix

By adding a bullet-proof level of consistency to his talent and Red Bull's reliability and speed, Max Verstappen showed on Sunday that he could remain invincible this season.

Brighton sign Dutch goalkeeper Verbruggen from Anderlecht

Brighton announced the signing of Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen from Anderlecht on Monday.

UK's PM accuses Australian cricketers over Bairstow dismissal

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday aimed a verbal bouncer at Australia's cricketers after the Lord's Ashes match -- but ruled out turning it into a Bodyline-style diplomatic incident.

Hodgson to remain as Crystal Palace manager

Roy Hodgson has targeted a top-half Premier League finish after Crystal Palace confirmed on Monday he will remain in charge of the Eagles next season.

Milan at crossroads after favourites Tonali and Maldini shown the door

AC Milan fans have been hit with a painful double whammy after star midfielder Sandro Tonali was sold to Newcastle while they were still reeling from club icon Paolo Maldini's sudden sacking.

Newcastle splash out to sign Tonali from AC Milan

Newcastle confirmed the signing of AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali on Monday for a reported £60 million ($76 million) fee that will make the 23-year-old the most expensive Italian player of all time.

Flower power and great showers: Wimbledon casts spell on players, fans

For Daniil Medvedev, it's seeing the flowers arranged in perfect symmetry while Cameron Norrie reckons it's worth turning up just to use the showers.

Wimbledon boosts security over climate protest fears

Wimbledon chiefs have tightened security over fears that climate activists could disrupt matches at the All England Club following high-profile protests at other sporting events.

Wimbledon to celebrate Federer career on Centre Court

Wimbledon will celebrate Roger Federer's achievements at the All England Club with a special ceremony on Centre Court on the second day of the championships on Tuesday.

Lyon out of Ashes series with 'significant' calf tear

Injured Australian star Nathan Lyon will play no further part in the Ashes, coach Andrew McDonald said Monday, with the off-spinner backing Todd Murphy to pick up where he left off.

Lyon out of Ashes series: Australian media

Injured Australian star Nathan Lyon will play no further part in the Ashes, Australian media reported Monday, with the off-spinner backing Todd Murphy to pick up where he left off.

Sam Kerr says no plans to wear 'OneLove' armband at World Cup

Australia captain Sam Kerr said on Monday she will not wear a "OneLove" rainbow armband at the women's World Cup this month because it was not worth "putting everything at risk".

Kerr spearheads experienced Australia squad for home World Cup

Star striker Sam Kerr spearheaded Australia's most experienced ever women's World Cup squad named Monday, with veterans Lydia Williams and Clare Polkinghorne set to play at their fifth tournament.

Qatar upset Mexico to reach Gold Cup quarters, Ferreira hits another hat-trick

Qatar upset Mexico 1-0 on Sunday to reach the quarter-finals of the CONCACAF Gold Cup while Jesus Ferreira became the first player to score back-to-back hat-tricks for the United States in the 6-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago.

Ferreira hits another hat-trick as USA, Jamaica reach Gold Cup quarters

Jesus Ferreira became the first player to score back-to-back hat-tricks for the United States as the Gold Cup hosts beat Trinidad and Tobago 6-0 on Sunday to book their place in the quarter-finals.

Djokovic, Swiatek bring curtain up on Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic brings the curtain up at Wimbledon on Monday as he starts his bid for an eighth title and all-time record equalling 24th Grand Slam triumph.

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