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Bielle-Biarrey double helps Bordeaux-Begles open Champions Cup defence with Bulls win

Winger Louis Bielle-Biarrey scored twice as holders Bordeaux-Begles began the defence of their Champions Cup title with a 46-33 comeback win over the Bulls in South Africa.

Verstappen looking for a slice of luck to claim fifth title

Max Verstappen said he needs a slice of luck to go with his supreme pace and pole position on Sunday if he is to deliver one of Formula One's greatest comebacks.

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German FA extends with president Neuendorf until 2029

The German FA (DFB) on Friday announced a four-year contract extension for president Bernd Neuendorf, whose ambitious agenda includes a potential World Cup bid.

Injured teen medal hope Tabanelli risks missing home Winter Olympics

Teenage freestyle skier Flora Tabanelli, one of Italy's medal hopes at the upcoming Winter Olympics, risks sitting out Milan-Cortina after tearing a knee ligament, the country's winter sports federation (FISI) said Friday.

Bellingham, Foden recalled to England squad for World Cup qualifiers

Jude Bellingham and Phil Foden were Friday recalled to the England squad by manager Thomas Tuchel ahead of World Cup qualifiers against Serbia and Albania.

Slot urges patience as Isak returns to training with Liverpool

Alexander Isak will return to Liverpool training on Friday ahead of this weekend's showdown against Manchester City but manager Arne Slot has pleaded for patience with the club's record signing.

Rees-Zammit set for Wales return with bench role against Argentina

Louis Rees-Zammit is poised to make a return to international rugby union after he was named among the Wales replacements for Sunday's match against Argentina in Cardiff.

Green shines as Suns thump Clippers 115-102

Jalen Green made a triumphant season debut for the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, scoring 29 points in a dominant 115-102 NBA victory over the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers.

Erasmus relishing 'brutal' France re-match on Paris return

South Africa play France on Saturday for the first time since lifting a record fourth Rugby World Cup in 2023 with wily head coach Rassie Erasmus predicting a "brutal clash" between two of the world's leading sides.

Rejuvenated Vlahovic taking the reins for Juve ahead of Turin derby

Dusan Vlahovic has been entrusted with leading Juventus' attack ahead of Saturday's local derby with Torino, as new coach Luciano Spalletti eyes a Serie A title challenge.

'Well-oiled' Leipzig humming along in Bayern's slipstream

Overshadowed by Bayern Munich's explosive start to the season, RB Leipzig are quietly putting together an impressive opening to their Bundesliga campaign.

NFL-best Broncos edge Raiders to win seventh in a row

Bo Nix threw a touchdown pass and the Denver Broncos stretched their NFL win streak to seven games by defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 10-7 on Thursday.

Liverpool and Man City renew rivalry as they try to narrow Arsenal gap

Manchester City host Liverpool this weekend in the latest chapter of a compelling rivalry that has dominated the Premier League for nearly a decade -- but this time both clubs are playing catch-up.

Former NFL star Brown extradited from Dubai to face trial in shooting - police

Former NFL star Antonio Brown was extradited from Dubai to the United States to face a charge of attempted murder stemming from a shooting in May, the Miami Police Department said Thursday.

NFL Colts add Sauce to recipe while Patriots confront Baker

NFL star cornerback Sauce Gardner will join the Indianapolis Colts in Berlin on Sunday to face Atlanta while the New England Patriots test Baker Mayfield's Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Home owned by Miami Heat coach Spoelstra damaged by fire

Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra returned from the NBA team's Wednesday night game in Denver to find his Florida home engulfed in a blaze that authorities said took eight hours to extinguish.

Villa edge Maccabi Tel Aviv in fraught Europa League match

Aston Villa beat Maccabi Tel Aviv 2-0 in the Europa League on Thursday in a match dominated by tight security measures in Birmingham with travelling fans barred over safety concerns.

Japan boss Jones backs Farrell to revive Ireland's fortunes

Japan coach Eddie Jones has no doubt Ireland can come through a "difficult little period" under Andy Farrell but warned it may take time.

MLB Padres name former reliever Stammen new manager

The San Diego Padres named longtime major league relief pitcher Craig Stammen their new manager on Thursday, opting to give him a first managerial post.

Martino returns as head coach of MLS Atlanta United

Gerardo "Tata" Martino, who guided Atlanta United to the MLS Cup title in 2018, has signed a two-year contract through 2027 to return as head coach, the team announced on Thursday.

Hamilton dismisses Ferrari exit claims

Lewis Hamilton on Thursday dismissed claims that he may not be racing for Ferrari beyond next year after a hugely disappointing 2025 season following his move from Mercedes.

Musetti keeps ATP Finals hopes alive, joins Djokovic in Athens semis

Lorenzo Musetti posted a 6-2, 6-4 win over Alexandre Muller on Thursday to reach the semi-finals of the ATP event in Athens and maintain his hopes of qualifying for the season-ending ATP Finals.

England boss Borthwick wants 'brilliant' Marcus Smith to shine against Fiji

Steve Borthwick hopes the return of Marcus Smith will give England's attack a greater cutting edge against Fiji at Twickenham on Saturday.

Piastri says he is confident he can recover and win drivers' title

Oscar Piastri responded to his doubters on Thursday by emphatically claiming that he remains confident he can recover form and win the drivers' world championship this year.

Verstappen admits he may need a bit of 'luck' to haul in rivals in title race

Max Verstappen said on Thursday that he will need a bit of luck in one of the four remaining Grands Prix this season if he is to catch McLaren's drivers' championship leaders Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Dallas Cowboys' Marshawn Kneeland dies at 24

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has died at the age of 24, the NFL franchise said on Thursday.

McLaren boss says would rather lose title than issue team orders

Team chief Zak Brown said Thursday McLaren would rather lose the world championship to Max Verstappen than adopt team orders for one of their duelling drivers to secure the title.

Sabalenka, top WTA stars urge Slams to revive 'stalled' negotiations

Top WTA stars, including Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek, are calling on the four Grand Slams to get back to the negotiation table and reconsider their proposals regarding revenue sharing, player welfare and consultation.

Lawson relieved as he reveals FIA support following Mexican near-miss

Racing Bulls' Liam Lawson revealed on Thursday that he received clear support from the FIA after being wrongly blamed by the Mexican authorities for a near-miss as marshals ran on track during last month's Mexican Grand Prix.

Sabalenka and Pegula book their spots in WTA Finals last four

Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula both advanced to the last four of the WTA Finals with straight-sets victories in Riyadh on Thursday.

France boss Deschamps would prefer to 'avoid playing' on Paris attacks anniversary

Didier Deschamps said on Thursday that he would have preferred to "avoid playing" France's 2026 World Cup qualifying match against Ukraine on November 13, the date which will mark the 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks.

Pegula sweeps past Paolini to reach WTA Finals last four

Jessica Pegula advanced to the semi-finals of the WTA Finals by easing past Italian eighth seed Jasmine Paolini 6-2, 6-3 in Riyadh on Thursday.

Fleetwood and Lowry lift each other into Abu Dhabi lead

Friends Tommy Fleetwood and Shane Lowry shared the lead in the Abu Dhabi Championship after they were paired together on Thursday and both shot eight-under-par opening rounds of 64.

Fleetwod and Lowry lift each other into Abu Dhabi lead