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Stokes says Pakistan spin duo just too good after series defeat
Captain Ben Stokes admitted that Noman Ali and Sajid Khan were too good for his England team after the spin duo propelled Pakistan to a series victory on Saturday.
Zheng to face injury doubt Kenin in Tokyo final
Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen moved into the Tokyo final but her opponent Sofia Kenin was left sweating on her fitness after retiring from her doubles match on Saturday.
Final-hole eagle puts Echavarria in driving seat in Japan
Colombia's Nico Echavarria rattled in an eagle on the 18th hole on Saturday to take a two-stroke lead into the final day of the US PGA Tour's Zozo Championship in Japan.
Late Love helps All Blacks thrash Jones's plucky Japan
The All Blacks crushed Eddie Jones's Japan 64-19 in a one-off Test on Saturday, running in 10 tries in a routine victory despite a sleepy start and a tougher second half.
Bastianini wins Thai MotoGP sprint race ahead of Martin
Ducati's Enea Bastianini won the Thai MotoGP sprint race on Saturday, with the two world title rivals Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia second and third respectively.
New Zealand near historic Test win as India wilt in chase
Spinner Mitchell Santner put New Zealand on the cusp of their first Test series win in India, reducing the hosts to 178-7 at tea in a chase of 359 on Saturday.
Pakistan thrash England to win series after Noman, Sajid heroics
Pakistan sealed a memorable Test series win as they thrashed England by nine wickets on Saturday after Noman Ali and Sajid Khan delivered a spin masterclass.
Pakistan on brink of series win as Noman, Sajid destroy England
Spinners Noman Ali and Sajid Khan grabbed all 10 wickets to bowl out England for 112, leaving Pakistan a target of 36 to win the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi on Saturday.
India 81-1 in fight to deny New Zealand historic series win
India were 81-1 in pursuit of a daunting 359 in the second Test on Saturday as they fought to deny New Zealand a historic series win.
New Zealand sniff historic win as India set 359 to win Test
New Zealand were 255 all out in their second innings on Saturday and within grasp of a historic Test series win in India with the hosts set a daunting 359 for victory.
Freeman fairytale slam powers Dodgers to World Series win
Freddie Freeman described his walk-off grand slam as a dream come true on Friday after helping the Los Angeles Dodgers snatch a jaw-dropping World Series game one victory over the New York Yankees.
Bagnaia claims pole for Thailand MotoGP, title rival Martin third
World champion Francesco Bagnaia set a lap record in powering to pole position Saturday for the Thailand MotoGP sprint race and grand prix, with chief title rival Jorge Martin starting from third after a late crash.
Freeman slam lifts Dodgers over Yankees in World Series thriller
Freddie Freeman blasted a sensational walk-off grand slam as the Los Angeles Dodgers came from behind to defeat the New York Yankees 6-3 in a thrilling World Series opener on Friday.
Suarez and Alba give Miami winning start in MLS Cup playoffs
Luis Suarez and Jordi Alba were on target as Inter Miami made a winning start to the first MLS Cup playoff campaign of their Lionel Messi era with a 2-1 win over Atlanta United on Friday.
World champion Sakamoto takes Skate Canada lead over Liu
Three-time reigning world champion Kaori Sakamoto of Japan grabbed the lead over American comeback queen Alysa Liu after Friday's women's short programme at Skate Canada.
Sainz tops times as Russell crashes in Mexico GP practice
Carlos Sainz topped the times for Ferrari ahead of McLaren's Oscar Piastri in Friday’s crash-hit second free practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Unfulfilled talent? Two-time champion Alonso clocks up 400th F1 race
Fernando Alonso sets a record he had no ambition or desire to achieve this weekend when he takes part in his record 400th Grand Prix, 23 years on from his fresh-faced debut.
Guardiola praises 'incredible' mentality of Man City stars
Pep Guardiola saluted his Manchester City stars' "incredible" mentality as he insisted his bond with the squad is as strong as ever.
Chelsea boss Maresca wants more 'leadership' from captain James
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has urged skipper Reece James to show more "leadership" as he looks to galvanise his team.
Wood brace fires Forest as Leicester boss Cooper loses reunion
Chris Wood struck twice in Nottingham Forest's 3-1 win at Leicester as the New Zealand striker condemned Foxes boss Steve Cooper to defeat against his former club on Friday.
Dodgers draw on Bryant's 'Mamba mentality' for World Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers are taking inspiration from late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant as they target World Series glory.
Russell tops crash-hit Mexico GP practice
George Russell topped the times for Mercedes in Friday's twice interrupted and crash-hit opening practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix, the Briton finishing three-tenths of a lap faster than Ferrari's Carlos Sainz.
Fils, Shelton set for friendly fire in Basel semi-finals
Arthur Fils made it through to the semi-finals of the indoor event in Basel with an impressive 7-6 (7/5), 6-3 win over third seed Stefanos Tsitsipas on Friday.
Yankees, Dodgers poised for World Series blockbuster
The final countdown to the most anticipated World Series showdown in decades was under way on Friday as the Los Angeles Dodgers prepared to face the New York Yankees in what promises to be a baseball blockbuster for the ages.
Musetti stuns top seed Zverev with 'pretty big win' in Vienna
Lorenzo Musetti stunned world number three Alexander Zverev to reach the semi-finals in Vienna on Friday, describing his comeback triumph as "a pretty big win".
Emery wants no let-up from Aston Villa
Unai Emery has urged his Aston Villa side to maintain their standards after a fine start to the season in both English and European competitions.
Shami misses India's tour of Australia as Easwaran named as potential Rohit cover
Injured pace bowler Mohammed Shami will miss India's tour of Australia next month with three uncapped players named in the squad on Friday.
Kickboxing takes Senegal by storm despite tight funds
Senegal's new world kickboxing champion Mouhamed Tafsir Ba smashes an uppercut into the punching bag in a dilapidated room in a military barracks. Bare-chested, muscles glistening with sweat, he works on the bag, delivering punches at a dizzying speed.
Borthwick unveils new contracts for leading England players
England rugby coach Steve Borthwick announced Friday that 17 players had been awarded enhanced "Elite Player Squad" (EPS) contracts, giving him greater control over his top stars.
Verstappen says 'definitely' his intention to remain at Red Bull
Max Verstappen has told AFP it is "definitely" his intention to remain at Red Bull until 2028 despite a turbulent season on and off the track.
Mbappe can launch Madrid career in first Clasico
Kylian Mbappe's start at Real Madrid has been satisfactory, his performances neither spectacular nor underwhelming, but Saturday's La Liga Clasico offers the French superstar a springboard to kick on from.
Pressure is part of manager's life, says troubled West Ham boss Lopetegui
West Ham's Julen Lopetegui said under-fire managers should not complain about pressure as he prepared to face Manchester United's Erik ten Hag in a battle of bosses in the hot seat.