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Evenepoel takes UAE Tour lead with time-trial win

Belgian star Remco Evenepoel continued his excellent start to the season with victory in a second-stage time trial to take the overall lead of the UAE Tour on Tuesday.

Rain threatens to knock Australia out of T20 World Cup

Rain was threatening to knock Australia out of the T20 World Cup on Tuesday, because the start of the crunch Group B match between Ireland and Zimbabwe in Kandy was delayed.

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Deschamps banking on France depth against 'best in the world' Spain

France coach Didier Deschamps said his injury-hit side had the quality to trouble defending Nations League champions Spain in Thursday's semi-final, with Germany or Portugal awaiting the winner in the title match on Sunday.

13 on trial in France over 'racist' stunt against Olympics singer

Thirteen people went on trial in France on Wednesday over a "racist" insult targeting Franco-Malian singer Aya Nakamura, who faced criticism from the far right and harassment over her performance at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony.

Swiatek faces Sabalenka in blockbuster French Open semi-final

Iga Swiatek puts her bid for a fourth successive French Open title on the line against world number one Aryna Sabalenka with a place in the final at stake on Thursday.

McIlroy explains media silence after driver ban

Masters champion Rory McIlroy has explained his media silence during the PGA Championship admitting that he was unhappy at the way the news of his driver disqualification was leaked.

Boisson 'going for the dream' at French Open after injury nightmare

Lois Boisson has "resilience" tattooed above her right elbow and the 361st-ranked Frenchwoman demonstrated she had plenty as she stormed into semi-finals of the French Open on Wednesday.

Sensational Boisson lights up French Open, Sinner reaches semi-finals

An inspired Lois Boisson delighted Roland Garros as the French world number 361 downed Mirra Andreeva on Wednesday to set up a French Open semi-final against Coco Gauff, while Jannik Sinner secured a last-four meeting with either Novak Djokovic or Alexander Zverev.

Top seed Sinner outclasses Bublik to reach French Open semis

Jannik Sinner booked himself a second consecutive semi-final appearance at Roland Garros on Wednesday with a typically ruthless straight-sets victory over unseeded Kazakh Alexander Bublik.

At least 11 killed in stampede at India cricket celebrations

At least 11 people were killed in a stampede Wednesday as a tightly packed crowd celebrated the victory of their home cricket team in the Indian city of Bengaluru, the state's chief minister said.

French wildcard Boisson shocks Andreeva to continue 'incredible' Paris adventure

France's 361st-ranked Lois Boisson continued her "incredible" Paris adventure on Wednesday, dispatching world number six Mirra Andreeva in a thrilling two-set battle to reach the French Open semi-finals.

Gauff to pretend crowd are 'cheering for me' against Boisson

Coco Gauff said on Wednesday she will pretend the French crowd "are cheering for me" when she faces home favourite Lois Boisson in the Roland Garros semi-finals.

Boisson continues dream French Open run, Djokovic, Sinner eye semis

An inspired Lois Boisson delighted Roland Garros as the French world number 361 downed Mirra Andreeva on Wednesday to set up a French Open semi-final against Coco Gauff, before Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic both chase men's last-four berths.

France's 361st-ranked Boisson shocks Andreeva to reach French Open semis

France's 361st-ranked Lois Boisson continued her dream run at the French Open, defeating world number six Mirra Andreeva to advance to the semi-finals at Roland Garros on Wednesday.

Kluivert confident Indonesia will edge China in World Cup qualifier

Patrick Kluivert said he is "very confident" Indonesia will get a positive result against China in front of a sell-out crowd in Jakarta on Thursday to move closer to a historic World Cup spot.

World Boxing say 'not correct' to have named Khelif in sex test statement

World Boxing on Wednesday apologised to the Algerian federation saying it had been incorrect to name boxer Imane Khelif in a statement announcing mandatory gender testing to determine the eligibility of male and female athletes wanting to take part in its competitions.

China seek 'perfect' Indonesia win to keep World Cup dream alive

China will fight to stay alive in the hunt for a World Cup spot with hopes of a "perfect performance" when they face Indonesia in a crucial qualifier on Thursday, coach Branko Ivankovic said.

England defender Bright rules herself out of Women's Euros

England defender Millie Bright on Wednesday ruled herself out of selection for next month's women's Euros, saying she is "not able to give 100 percent mentally or physically".

Gauff fights past Keys to book French Open semi-final spot

Coco Gauff battled back from a set down to beat Australian Open champion Madison Keys in an error-strewn quarter-final at Roland Garros on Wednesday.

Ex-Fiji captain Nayacalevu has 'no regrets' over Test retirement

Former Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu said on Wednesday he had "no regrets" as he announced his retirement from international rugby.

Kohli dedicates IPL title to fans ahead of homecoming celebrations

Virat Kohli said it was "as much for the fans" after he finally won the IPL at his 18th attempt, with Bengaluru's ecstatic supporters preparing to welcome home their heroes.

Kohli dedicates IPL title to fans ahead of homecoming victory parade

Virat Kohli said it was "as much for the fans" after he finally won the IPL at his 18th attempt, with Bengaluru's ecstatic supporters preparing to welcome home their hero at a victory parade.

Marsh back to lead Australia in West Indies T20s

Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia on his return to the Twenty20 squad named Wednesday for a five-match series in the West Indies, while explosive batsman Mitchell Owen earned a first call-up.

Crusaders seek to rebuild dynasty as Super Rugby finals begin

A rejuvenated Canterbury Crusaders face Queensland Reds to kick off the Super Rugby playoffs on Friday, with the New Zealand side chasing an eighth title in nine years after a disastrous 2024.

Kohli does it at last, teenage star wows: five IPL storylines

Virat Kohli and his Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the IPL for the first time with a thrilling six-run triumph over Punjab Kings in the final in Ahmedabad.

Stead to exit after seven years as Black Caps search for new coach

New Zealand head coach Gary Stead said Tuesday he will leave when his contract expires at the end of the month, ending a successful seven-year stint in charge.

Spain target 'enormously important' Nations League defence

Spain are aiming to become the first side to defend the Nations League trophy, with Luis de la Fuente's side going from strength to strength on the international stage ahead of next year's World Cup.

Djokovic and Sinner chase French Open semis as underdogs look for upsets

Big guns Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic both chase semi-final berths at the French Open on Wednesday, but the spotlight will be on home hope Lois Boisson in the women's tournament.

Ledecky wins 800m crown as US swim championships begin

World record-holder Katie Ledecky booked her place at the World Swimming Championship on Tuesday with a women's 800-meter freestyle victory on the opening day of the US national championships at Indianapolis.

Young stars sparkle as Thunder and Pacers seek first NBA titles

Powered by young star talent and deep rosters, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers open the NBA Finals on Thursday, each trying to bring their city a first-ever crown.

'Rested' Pacquiao relishing boxing comeback at 46

Manny Pacquiao on Tuesday shrugged off concerns about his decision to return to boxing at the age of 46 as he prepares for next month's world welterweight title comeback against Mario Barrios.

Alcaraz cruises into French Open last four with Sinner-'inspired' performance

Carlos Alcaraz said his ruthless quarter-final performance at Roland Garros on Tuesday was partly "inspired" by rival Jannik Sinner as the Spaniard blew away Tommy Paul for the loss of just five games.

Musetti fights past Tiafoe to meet Alcaraz in French Open semis

Italy's Lorenzo Musetti battled past American Frances Tiafoe to set up a semi-final clash with defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open on Tuesday.

Who said what: French Open day 10

Key quotes from the 10th day of the French Open at Roland Garros on Tuesday:

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