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Cycling star Cavendish knighted in King's birthday honours
Veteran British cyclist Mark Cavendish has been given a knighthood in King Charles's birthday honours.
Montenegro and Millwall goalkeeper Sarkic dies aged 26
Montenegro and Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic has died at the age of 26, his club and national football association announced on Saturday.
'Heads must roll': Pakistan ex-stars, media slam T20 World Cup exit
Pakistan's ex-stars and media blamed team discord and biased selection for the Asian cricket powerhouse's humiliating first-round exit from the Twenty20 World Cup.
Nagelsmann embracing Germany's blistering Euros start
Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann said he would not be a "killjoy" after the host nation's blistering start to Euro 2024 -- a 5-1 thumping of Scotland in Munich.
Chiefs upset Hurricanes in Super Rugby semi-final
A Waikato Chiefs side inspired by fly-half Damian McKenzie upset the Wellington Hurricanes 30-19 on Saturday to set up a Super Rugby final against the Auckland Blues.
'Love at first sight' as women shine in Le Mans world
Coming into motorsports from the worlds of business head-hunting and even dog grooming, women will make their presence felt at the iconic Le Mans 24 Hour Race which gets underway on Saturday.
Dutch aiming to build on World Cup efforts at Euro 2024
An injury-hit Netherlands kick off their Euro 2024 campaign against Poland in Hamburg on Sunday, hoping to build on a promising performance at the Qatar World Cup after years of struggles.
Serbia's Mitrovic in best ever shape and ready to shock England
Aleksandar Mitrovic has been one of the Saudi Pro League's most successful imports and the Serbian striker believes he can carry that form into Euro 2024 to shock England on Sunday.
England out to dispel Euro 2024 doubts against Serbia
England's attacking arsenal sees them start Euro 2024 as the bookmakers' favourites to end a wait since 1966 to win a major tournament, but some doubts persist over the Three Lions ahead of Sunday's opener against Serbia.
Mavericks humble Celtics 122-84 to stay alive in NBA Finals
Luka Doncic dazzled and the Dallas Mavericks dominated Boston 122-84 on Friday to fend off elimination in the NBA Finals, denying the Celtics a sweep in the best-of-seven championship series.
Messi on target as Argentina down Guatemala in Copa warm-up
Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina wrapped up their preparations for the Copa America with a 4-1 friendly victory over Guatemala in Maryland on Friday.
Molinari aces to make the cut at US Open, Straka gets one too
Italy's Francesco Molinari made a stunning hole-in-one at the par-3 ninth, his last hole of the day, to make the cut on the number and reach the weekend at the US Open.
US Open leader Aberg living the dream in first pro year
Ludvig Aberg's meteoric rise in his first year as a professional golfer includes two top-fight wins, a runner-up Masters finish and now the midway lead at the US Open.
Aberg grinds to one-stroke US Open lead as Scheffler struggles
Sweden's Ludwig Aberg grinded his way to a one-stroke lead after Friday's second round of the US Open while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and other favorites struggled at punishing Pinehurst.
Three swimmers in China doping scandal failed earlier tests: report
Three Chinese swimmers amongst 23 involved in a drug scandal ahead of the Tokyo Olympics had tested positive for banned substances in separate cases several years earlier, the New York Times reported on Friday.
Ewing, Kim lead by two at LPGA Meijer Classic
Ally Ewing fired a brilliant bogey-free nine-under-par 63 to grab a share of the lead with Australia's Grace Kim at the halfway stage of the LPGA Meijer Classic on Friday.
Frustrated Scheffler tosses clubs in birdie-less 74 at US Open
Scottie Scheffler, the world's most dominant golfer, was so frustrated Friday at the US Open that he flipped a putter in the air and slammed a driver to the ground.
Nagelsmann says thumping of Scotland a 'first step'
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side understood Friday's 5-1 thumping of Scotland in the Euro 2024 opener was just a "first step" for the tournament hosts.
Nagelsmann says Scotland thumping a 'first step'
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said his side understood Friday's 5-1 thumping of Scotland in the Euro 2024 opener was just a "first step" for the tournament hosts.
'We've let ourselves down' says Scotland coach Clarke
Scotland coach Steve Clarke said his team had to quickly forget Friday's 5-1 rout by Euro 2024 hosts Germany in the tournament opener after admitting the "game ran away from us".
Germany toast home fans after Euro opener
Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan praised the home support after a dominant 5-1 win over Scotland in Friday's Euro 2024 opener, calling it "pure atmosphere".
Nagelsmann gambles pay off as Germany shine in Euro 2024 opener
Germany's dominant 5-1 win over Scotland in Friday's Euro 2024 opener has home fans dreaming again and is a vindication of coach Julian Nagelsmann's efforts.
Russian swimmer Yuliya Efimova given Olympics opportunity
Yuliya Efimova on Friday became the first Russian swimmer to be granted neutral status for the Paris Olympics -- but said she might struggle to reach the qualifying standard.
Germany hammer 10-man Scotland to launch Euro 2024
Germany thrashed 10-man Scotland 5-1 as the Euro 2024 hosts kicked off the tournament in style in Munich on Friday, the start of a journey they hope culminates in a record fourth continental title.
Sweden's Aberg grabs US Open lead as rivals falter
Sweden's Ludvig Aberg, making only his third major start, seized a one-stroke lead in Friday's second round of the US Open as rivals including world number one Scottie Scheffler stumbled at formidable Pinehurst.
Scotland's Ryan Porteous gets first red card of Euro 2024
Scotland defender Ryan Porteous became the first player to be sent off in Euro 2024 for a two-footed lunge at Germany captain Ilkay Gundogan in the opening match of the tournament on Friday.
Germany in early goal rush as Euro 2024 kicks off
Hosts Germany scored two early goals against Scotland after kicking off Euro 2024 on Friday at the start of a journey the three-time continental champions hope will conclude with victory in the final in Berlin on July 14.
Aberg, Cantlay, Pavon fight for US Open lead as rivals falter
Sweden's Ludvig Aberg, France's Matthieu Pavon and American Patrick Cantlay, seeking their first major titles, shared the lead in Friday's US Open second round after Rory McIlroy and Thomas Detry stumbled back at Pinehurst.
Spain wing wizards have 'gift from God': coach De la Fuente
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said young wingers Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams have a "gift from God" ahead of their Euro 2024 opener against Croatia on Saturday.
Swiss captain Xhaka wants 'new chapter' at Euros after dream season
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka is ready to write a "new chapter" at Euro 2024 after his dream season with Bayer Leverkusen.
USA into T20 World Cup Super Eights, Pakistan out, after rain strikes again
The USA advanced to the Super Eights stage of the T20 World Cup on Friday when their match against Ireland was abandoned, an outcome which meant former champions Pakistan were eliminated.
PSG sign Russian goalkeeper Safonov
Paris Saint-Germain have signed Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov from Krasnodar on a five-year contract, the French champions announced Friday.
Rossi wants Hungary to embrace Euro expectations
Hungary coach Marco Rossi has urged his side to embrace the pressure of being ranked as an emerging force at Euro 2024.
Detry grabs US Open lead while McIlroy stumbles
Belgium's Thomas Detry reeled off two three-birdie runs on Friday to seize the early lead in the second round of the US Open as former co-leader Patrick Cantlay prepared to tee off at Pinehurst.
Faith Kipyegon returns to winning ways in Kenyan Olympic trials
Kenya's two-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon returned to form on Friday with a win in the women's 5,000m at trials in Nairobi for the Paris Games, brushing off injuries that had sidelined her for months.
Wood says Hazlewood's T20 World Cup remarks 'sign of respect'
England fast bowler Mark Wood believes Australia will play "hard and fair" in their T20 World Cup clash against Scotland in a game which could lead to the defending champions' elimination.
Croatia happy to be 'dark horses' again at Euro 2024, says Modric
Luka Modric said on Friday that Croatia "don't mind being dark horses" at Euro 2024 despite consistently performing above expectations at recent major tournaments.
Sargent named to USA roster for Copa America after foot injury
Norwich City forward Josh Sargent, healed from a foot injury, was among a 26-player roster named Friday by US national team coach Gregg Berhalter for the upcoming Copa America.
Dortmund pick Sahin to replace Terzic
Borussia Dortmund said Friday they had appointed Nuri Sahin as head coach, following the shock departure of Edin Terzic just weeks after guiding the German team to a European final.