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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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Messi scores rapid goal as Argentina down Australia in Beijing friendly

Lionel Messi scored after barely a minute as he guided Argentina to a 2-0 friendly win over Australia in Beijing on Thursday evening.

Scheffler, Rahm set for early charges as US Open tees off

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Jon Rahm were set for early starts as Thursday's first round of the 123rd US Open began at Los Angeles Country Club.

With 100 days until Asian Games, Hangzhou feels 'alive'

The Asian Games' flame was lit on Thursday to mark 100 days until the competition, with an elaborate ceremony at an ancient Chinese archaeological site that used the sun's rays to set the torch alight.

Cummins coy over Australia team for Ashes opener

Australia captain Pat Cummins said Thursday the Ashes-holders had selected a team for the first Test against England at Edgbaston but refused to reveal the playing XI.

Kubo cracks whip as Japan thrash El Salvador

Spain-based forward Takefusa Kubo said Japan "need to keep improving" after thrashing El Salvador 6-0 in a friendly Thursday to pick up their first win since the World Cup.

Messi mania at fever pitch as Argentina face Australia in Beijing

Messi mania gripped a sweltering Beijing ahead of a sell-out friendly on Thursday evening between world champions Argentina and Australia in the Chinese capital.

Zakir, Najmul fifties give Bangladesh huge lead over Afghanistan

Zakir Hasan and Najmul Hossain both hit unbeaten half-centuries to guide Bangladesh to 134-1 in their second innings and consolidate the hosts' control in their one-off Test against Afghanistan in Dhaka on Thursday.

Arlettaz taking over as France attack coach after World Cup

Patrick Arlettaz will take over as France attack coach following the World Cup, the French Rugby Federation announced on Thursday.

Bellingham paying 'homage' to Zidane with Madrid No 5 shirt

New Real Madrid signing Jude Bellingham said he wanted to pay homage to club great Zinedine Zidane by wearing his number five shirt, at his presentation on Thursday in the Spanish capital.

England's Stokes vows no let-up in attacking approach during Ashes

England captain Ben Stokes insists there will be no let-up in his side's dynamic 'Bazball' approach during the Ashes series against arch-rivals Australia.

O'Callaghan stuns Titmus with year's fastest 200m free

Mollie O'Callaghan upset Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus with the fastest 200m freestyle of the year Thursday to book a world championship slot from a stacked field at the Australian trials.

Bangladesh bowl out Afghanistan for 146, lead by 236

Ebadot Hossain returned bowling figures of 4-47 as Bangladesh bowled out Afghanistan for 146 to remain firmly in control on day two of the one-off Test on Thursday.

Man City to open Premier League title defence at Kompany's Burnley

Manchester City will kick off their bid for a record fourth straight Premier League title away to Burnley, managed by their former captain Vincent Kompany.

Bangladesh seamers leave Afghanistan battling to avoid follow-on

Ebadot Hossain picked up 4-47 as Bangladesh left Afghanistan struggling on 144-8 at tea on the second day of the one-off Test in Dhaka on Thursday.

Bayern to repay 245,000 euros for breaking minimum wage rules

Bayern Munich have been forced to repay over 200,000 euros ($216,560) for failing to meet minimum wage requirements over a five-year period, Bavarian customs authorities announced on Thursday.

Bayern to repay 245,000 for breaking minimum wage rules

Bayern Munich have been forced to repay around 200,000 euros ($216,560) for failing to meet minimum wage requirements over a five-year period, Bavarian customs authorities announced on Thursday.

Man City open Premier League title defence at Kompany's Burnley

Manchester City will kick off a bid for a fourth straight Premier League title away to Burnley, managed by their former captain Vincent Kompany.

European clubs need firm foundations to stay ahead of rivals: football finance expert

Europe's top football leagues have emerged strongly from the coronavirus pandemic but must get their financial house in order to stay ahead of rivals, an expert has warned.

Bangladesh destroy Afghan top order after batting collapse

Bangladesh's fast bowlers destroyed the Afghan top order to leave the tourists 35-3 at lunch on the second day of the one-off Test, after the hosts suffered a first-innings collapse.

Crusaders braced for 'niggle and a bit of chat' in Super Rugby semi

An injury-hit Canterbury Crusaders missing All Blacks forwards Sam Whitelock and Ethan Blackadder are anticipating a bruising encounter when they host the Auckland Blues in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals on Friday.

Messi mania reaches fever pitch ahead of Beijing friendly

Messi mania gripped Beijing ahead of a sell-out friendly on Thursday evening between world champions Argentina and Australia in the Chinese capital.

Wallabies star Beale pleads not guilty to sexual assault: reports

Suspended Wallabies playmaker Kurtley Beale said Thursday "the truth will come out" after he pleaded not guilty to sexually assaulting a woman at a Sydney pub, reports said.

Coach says Tonga have 'massive X-factor' for World Cup

Three former Wallabies and five All Blacks make Tonga's squad its best ever and will give the Pacific nation a "massive X-factor" at the Rugby World Cup, coach Toutai Kefu has said.

Verstappen ready to maintain winning run, stretch his lead

Refreshed by a Mediterranean break since winning in Spain, defending world champion Max Verstappen will be seeking to continue his dominant run and stretch his title-race lead in this weekend’s Canadian Grand Prix.

Packed schedule set to test Ashes pace attacks

Both England and Australia will need several fast-bowling options for a busy Ashes schedule due to ageing attacks and recent injury scares.

England v Australia: Three key Ashes battles

England face Australia in the first Test of the five-match Ashes series starting at Edgbaston on Friday.

Focus turns to US Open challenge amid global golf turmoil

The 123rd US Open tees off on Thursday at Los Angeles Country Club with global golf gripped by suspense worthy of a Hollywood script.

Focus turns to US Open challenge amid global golf uncertainty

The world's top golfers face an all-new US Open challenge when the 123rd edition tees off on Thursday at Los Angeles Country Club with questions over global golf's future still simmering.

Croatia stun hosts Netherlands to reach Nations League final

Bruno Petkovic and Luka Modric struck in extra time to fire Croatia into the Nations League final with a 4-2 victory over hosts the Netherlands on Wednesday.

Salah creates goal as Egypt win secures Cup of Nations place

Liverpool star Mohamed Salah set up the equaliser for Egypt in a 2-1 win over Guinea on Wednesday that secured a place at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations finals.

Balogun set for US debut in rivalry CONCACAF clash with Mexico

Arsenal striker Folarin Balogun is set to make his much anticipated debut for the United States in Thursday's CONCACAF Nations League semi-final against regional rivals Mexico.

FIFA agrees deal to broadcast Women's World Cup in 34 European countries

FIFA on Wednesday announced it had struck a deal with the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) to televise the 2023 Women's World Cup, avoiding a controversial blackout in the 'Big Five' European nations.

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