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Wembanyama targets title breakthrough as NBA season tips off

French phenomenon Victor Wembanyama, knocking on the door almost since his arrival in the NBA three years ago, is poised for the ultimate breakout season with the San Antonio Spurs.

With LeBron on board it's title or bust for Philly fans

Long-suffering Philadelphia 76ers fans haven't celebrated an NBA title in 43 years, but with newly arrived LeBron James headlining a star-studded team they are daring to dream.

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Fowler optimistic after US Open bid falls flat

Rickie Fowler believes his career is firmly back on track despite a final-round collapse that torpedoed his hopes of a first major title at the US Open on Sunday.

Clark holds off McIlroy to capture maiden major at US Open

Wyndham Clark held his nerve to card an even-par 70 on Sunday to win the 123rd US Open, capturing his first major title and denying four-time major winner Rory McIlroy his first in nine years.

From King Charles III to Dettori's final bow -- three Royal Ascot talking points

Royal Ascot this year will see a changing of the guard with a new patron in King Charles III and the king of the track Frankie Dettori set to make his final bow.

Five memorable Cristiano Ronaldo international moments

Cristiano Ronaldo, already the men's world record holder for international appearances, is set to reach another milestone on Tuesday with his 200th cap when Portugal visit Iceland in Euro 2024 qualifying.

Fleetwood grabs slice of US Open history with 63

Tommy Fleetwood became the first golfer with two rounds of 63 on his US Open resume, soaring with two eagles in the final round at Los Angeles Country Club on Sunday.

McIlroy, Clark lead Fowler early in US Open final round

Rory McIlroy and Wyndham Clark shared the lead early in the final round of the US Open on Sunday as overnight co-leader Ricky Fowler fell back with an early bogey.

Spain snatch Nations League glory on penalties against Croatia

Dani Carvajal chipped home a Panenka penalty to win Spain the Nations League on Sunday, with a 5-4 shoot-out victory over Croatia, after a tense match finished 0-0 following extra-time.

Red Bull boss hails Verstappen after team’s 100th win Red Bull boss hails Verstappen after 100th win

Team chief Christian Horner hailed Max Verstappen and all the Red Bull staff on Sunday after the double world champion delivered their 100th victory in winning the Canada Grand Prix.

Ireland's Maguire rallies late to win LPGA Meijer title

Ireland's Leona Maguire made an eagle and four birdies in the last six holes on Sunday to win the Meijer Classic for her second career LPGA title.

Verstappen cruises in Montreal to match Senna and give Red Bull 100th win

World champion Max Verstappen drew alongside Ayrton Senna in the Formula One record books with his 41st victory on Sunday when he drove his Red Bull to a flawless triumph at the Canadian Grand Prix.

Iheanacho grabs late winner as Nigeria qualify for Cup of Nations

Victor Osimhen scored twice and Kelechi Iheanacho snatched an added-time winner as Nigeria edged Sierra Leone 3-2 in an Africa Cup of Nations thriller on Sunday to qualify for the finals.

Verstappen wins Canadian Grand Prix and gives Red Bull 100th victory

World champion Max Verstappen dominated the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday to deliver his Red Bull team's 100th win in Formula One.

Spanish points-leader Palou wins IndyCar Road America title

Spain's Alex Palou won the IndyCar Grand Prix of Road America on Sunday, stretching his season points lead with his third triumph in four races and seventh career victory.

Griekspoor, Alexandrova fight back to claim Dutch grass court titles

Tallon Griekspoor claimed his second title of the season when he came from a set down to defeat Jordan Thompson in the 's-Hertogenbosch grass court final on Sunday.

'Heat of the moment': Robinson unapologetic over reaction to Khawaja exit

England paceman Ollie Robinson said he had been "in the heat of the moment" after appearing to verbally abuse Usman Khawaja in the first Test at Edgbaston on Sunday.

Head boy -- French racing dynasty enjoys more classic success

Christopher Head became the latest member of France's greatest racing dynasty to enjoy success in the Prix de Diane (French Oaks) and paid tribute to his "pillars", his late grandparents Alec and Ghislaine Head.

Tiafoe turns focus to Wimbledon after Stuttgart success

Frances Tiafoe is serious about his Wimbledon chances after winning his first grass-court title on Sunday at Stuttgart.

Alcaraz back on unfamiliar territory after Paris pain

Carlos Alcaraz heads into only his third career grass court tournament at Queen's Club, desperate to shake off his French Open horror show but admitting the switch of surfaces poses "difficult" questions.

Australia captain Cummins rocks England in 1st Ashes Test

Australia captain Pat Cummins starred with both bat and ball as the Ashes-holders had the better of a rain-marred third day in the first Test against England in Birmingham on Sunday.

Raducanu sometimes wishes US Open glory 'never happened'

Injury-hit tennis star Emma Raducanu has said she sometimes wishes her shock 2021 US Open victory never happened as she struggled to meet the physical and mental demands placed upon her.

NBA star reserve Williams retires after 17 seasons

Lou Williams, the NBA's all-time top reserve scorer and a three-time winner of the Sixth Man of the Year award, announced his retirement from the league on Sunday after 17 seasons.

Fowler, Clark lead McIlroy as US Open promises blockbuster ending

Rickie Fowler and Wyndham Clark shared the lead as the final round of the US Open promised suspense worthy of a Hollywood thriller at Los Angeles Country Club on Sunday.

Alexandrova defeats Kudermetova and rain to defend Dutch title

Ekaterina Alexandrova came from behind to defend her 's-Hertogenbosch title in the rain-delayed final on Sunday, battling past fellow Russian Veronika Kudermetova in three sets.

Southgate powerless to stop transfer talk in England camp

England manager Gareth Southgate has urged his players to enjoy their short summer break rather than being bogged down by speculation over their club futures.

Tiafoe claims maiden grass court title and moves into top 10

Frances Tiafoe claimed his first grass court title on Sunday, saving a match point to defeat Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff in the Stuttgart final.

Australia strike between the showers in first Ashes Test

The weather turned in Australia's favour as England lost both openers in their second innings of the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston on Sunday.

West Indies, Zimbabwe win opening Cricket World Cup qualifiers

West Indies and Zimbabwe notched up victories in their respective opening Cricket World Cup Group A qualifiers over the United States and Nepal on Sunday.

Italy seal Nations League bronze against hosts Netherlands

Italy sealed a third-place finish in the Nations League finals on Sunday, with a 3-2 win over disappointed hosts the Netherlands.

Wolves captain Neves set for Saudi move - reports

Wolves captain Ruben Neves is reportedly close to becoming the next major player to arrive in Saudi Arabia with Al Hilal set to spend £47 million ($60 million) on the Portuguese international.

Axelsen wins third Indonesia Open title in a row

Badminton world number one Viktor Axelsen clinched his third-consecutive Indonesia Open title on Sunday after triumphing over underdog Anthony Sinisuka Ginting in straight games.

Martin holds off Bagnaia to win German MotoGP

Jorge Martin edged world champion Francesco Bagnaia after a cut-and-thrust battle over the last 10 laps to win Sunday's German MotoGP, to trim the Italian's lead in the standings.

England see off Khawaja in even Ashes opener

England finally saw the back of Usman Khawaja but only after his painstaking century had effectively turned the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston into a one-innings shoot-out on Sunday.

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