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Navratilova, Evert against possible WTA Finals Saudi move
Tennis greats Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert have spoken out against the prospect of the WTA Tour staging its end-of-season finals in Saudi Arabia.
Swedish tennis player Ymer retires after 'unfair' doping ban
Swedish tennis player Mikael Ymer on Friday announced his decision to step away from professional tennis, following his 18-month suspension in July for having missed three doping tests.
Giannis wants more from Bucks to sign NBA extension: report
Giannis Antetokounmpo says he needs to see more proof the Milwaukee Bucks will remain an NBA title contender before he signs a contract extension, according to a report on Friday.
Arteta wants Saudi transfer window to shut in line with Europe
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta wants the Saudi Pro League transfer window to close at the same time as in Europe's top divisions.
Canada thrash France as Basketball World Cup tips off
Canada opened the Basketball World Cup with a statement win over France on Friday, while cohosts the Philippines fell short of a memorable victory in front of their raucous fans.
Norris upstages Verstappen in Dutch Grand Prix practice
McLaren's Lando Norris upstaged home hero Max Verstappen on Friday in a red-flagged second practice at the Dutch Grand Prix which proved painful for Daniel Ricciardo.
Norris upstages Verstappen in Dutch practice
McLaren's Lando Norris upstaged home hero Max Verstappen on Friday in a red-flagged second practice at the Dutch Grand Prix o which proved painful for Daniel Ricciardo.
Capuozzo return adds wizardry for Italy at 'magical' World Cup
Ange Capuozzo lifted Italian World Cup hopes when he signalled he is fit again in typically scintillating style with two tries in a warm-up game against Romania.
Lloris to be sidelined or sold as Tottenham aim to trim squad
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou said trimming down his squad is the priority in the final week of the transfer window as former captain Hugo Lloris appears to have played his final game for the club.
Guardiola 'always there' despite back surgery, says City assistant
Manchester City assistant manager Juanma Lilo said Pep Guardiola is in continuous contact as he recuperates from back surgery in Barcelona.
Verstappen tops opening practice at home Dutch Grand Prix
Max Verstappen began his home Dutch Grand Prix weekend in familiar fashion, topping the times in Friday's first practice at Zandvoort.
Mayer's title defence ends early, Chopra spearheads Indian javelin success
Kevin Mayer's defence of his world decathlon title lasted just two events on Friday in Budapest as the left Achilles problem that had been niggling him proved too much.
Bonmati, Carmona and Kerr shortlisted for UEFA women's player of year
Two Spanish Women's World Cup winners, Aitana Bonmati and Olga Carmona, and Chelsea's Australian striker Sam Kerr were on Friday named on the three-player shortlist for UEFA's women's player of the year award.
Giddey warns Australia to wake up after opening Basketball World Cup win
Australia's Josh Giddey warned his teammates they cannot afford another slow start at the Basketball World Cup after overcoming early struggles to beat Finland in their tournament opener on Friday.
'Nothing' in speculation linking Salah to Saudi, says Klopp
Liverpool manager dismissed suggestions on Friday that Mohamed Salah could become the latest star name to depart European football for Saudi Arabia.
'Genuine leader' Skelton to captain Australia in final Rugby World Cup warm-up
Australia lineout coach Dan Palmer said on Friday Will Skelton was a "genuine leader" after the lock was named to captain the Wallabies for the first time in this weekend's Rugby World Cup warm-up with hosts France.
Skelton to captain Australia in final Rugby World Cup warm-up
La Rochelle lock Will Skelton will captain Australia for the first time in this weekend's Rugby World Cup warm-up with hosts France, Rugby Australia announced on Friday.
Japan's Saso grabs first round lead at CPKC Women's Open
Japan's Yuka Saso produced a blistering run of birdies to grab the first-round lead at the CPKC Women's Open with a six-under-par round of 66 at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club in Vancouver on Thursday.
Three talking points ahead of final Rugby World Cup warm-up matches
The final warm-up matches for this year's Rugby World Cup are this weekend with holders South Africa facing New Zealand on Friday and Australia heading to tournament hosts and leading contenders France on Sunday.
Juventus back with a new outlook and new ambition
Juventus are back in the Serie A title discussion as they prepare to host Bologna on Sunday, a punchy new style of play in place for a club looking to bounce back from last season's disasters.
Pacific inspires Samoa's rugby warriors
Samoa is popularly known as the heart of the Pacific. And for the students of Itu o Tane College, the Pacific is the heart of Samoa.
Gauff ready to continue Williams legacy at US Open
One year after Serena Williams bade an emotional farewell to tennis in front of an adoring crowd at Flushing Meadows, Coco Gauff is dreaming of continuing the 23-time Grand Slam champion's legacy when the US Open gets under way next week.
Alcaraz, Djokovic relish US Open collision course
Novak Djokovic makes a long-awaited return to the US Open next week looking to reclaim the title and world number one ranking from defending champion Carlos Alcaraz.
Lyon reeling after worst Ligue 1 start in 57 years
Coach Laurent Blanc knows he is under pressure ahead of Sunday's game at Nice after leading Lyon to their worst start to a Ligue 1 campaign since 1966.
Liverpool's credentials face Newcastle test, Man Utd seek Premier League lift off
Liverpool's new-look midfield faces a stern examination as the Reds put their Premier League title aspirations to the test at Newcastle on Sunday, while Manchester United aim to kickstart their campaign against Nottingham Forest.
Messi and Miami start playoff push at Red Bulls
After the high-octane excitement of their successful Leagues Cup campaign and the thrill of their comeback victory in the US Open Cup semi-final, Inter Miami and Lionel Messi get down to the main job at hand on Saturday.
Morikawa fires 61 to share lead at PGA Tour finale
Two-time major winner Collin Morikawa fired a nine-under par 61 to seize a share of the lead in Thursday's opening round of the US PGA Tour's season-ending Tour Championship while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and injured Rory McIlroy struggled.
'Let's go for it' - Alcaraz eyes US Open repeat
World number one Carlos Alcaraz said Thursday he won't get ahead of himself as he seeks to defend his title at the US Open, where "all the matches are tough."
Long-injured MLB ace Strasburg set to retire: reports
Washington Nationals pitcher Stephen Strasburg, the 2019 World Series Most Valuable Player for helping the Nats win the Major League Baseball title, plans to retire, according to multiple reports on Thursday.
Bol makes up for relay calamity with world 400m hurdles gold
Femke Bol made up for the disappointment of falling with the line at her mercy in the mixed 4x400m relay by claiming victory in the women's 400m hurdles on Thursday.
Femke Bol of the Netherlands wins world women's 400m hurdles gold
Femke Bol made up for the disappointment of falling with the line at her mercy in the mixed 4x400m relay by claiming victory in the women's 400m hurdles on Thursday.
Morikawa fires 61 but Scheffler still leads PGA Tour finale
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler clung to a two-stroke lead over hard-charging Collin Morikawa in Thursday's opening round of the US PGA Tour's season-ending Tour Championship while Rory McIlroy struggled through a back injury.