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S.Africa anti-migrant hate loses team African support at World Cup

In a Kenyan sports bar, several football fans cheered South Africa's opponents in their latest match at the World Cup -- reflecting a wave of anger at the country's recent xenophobic violence.

Arsenal will start Premier League title defence against Coventry

Arsenal will kick off their Premier League title defence against promoted Coventry on August 21.

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Man City see off Palace to keep pressure on Arsenal

Manchester City's second string eased past Crystal Palace 3-0 on Wednesday to climb just two points behind Premier League leaders Arsenal with two games remaining of a captivating title race.

McIlroy's toe 'totally fine' after nine-hole PGA practice

Rory McIlroy said his nagging right pinky toe injury was "totally fine" after playing a nine-hole practice round on Wednesday at Aronimink ahead of the PGA Championship.

California says probing possible violations over World Cup ticket sales

California has contacted FIFA over possible legal violations in the sale of World Cup tickets following allegations that some fans purchased seats in categories that were later changed, the state's attorney general said Wednesday.

Kohli ton powers Bengaluru past Kolkata, to top of IPL

Virat Kohli struck an unbeaten 105 to lead defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru to the top of the IPL table with a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders on Wednesday.

Sarah Taylor named England men's fielding coach

Former England women's wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor has been named as fielding coach for the men's team during next month's Test series against New Zealand in a landmark appointment.

No plans for PGA outside USA or moving off May date

The PGA Championship is not considering playing the event outside the United States or moving off its current May date, PGA of America officials said on Wednesday.

Key urges 'world-class' bowler Robinson to make England recall count

England cricket chief Rob Key highlighted Ollie Robinson's eye-catching statistics after recalling the seamer for the first Test against New Zealand following two years in the international wilderness.

Furyk wants long-term US Ryder blueprint, maybe role for Tiger

Jim Furyk said Wednesday he wants a long-term blueprint for United States success in the Ryder Cup, with the 2027 American captain also seeing a possible role next year for Tiger Woods.

McIlroy back on course on eve of PGA despite blister

Rory McIlroy was back on course at Aronimink on Wednesday, a day after a blister on his toe caused him to cut short a practice round for the PGA Championship.

Eulalio seizes control of drenched Giro d'Italia

Portuguese rider Afonso Eulalio claimed a sizeable lead in the Giro d'Italia's overall standings on Wednesday after a rain-lashed 203km stage five was won by his escape partner Igor Arrieta of UAE Team Emirates.

Carrick on brink of permanent Man Utd job: reports

Michael Carrick is expected to be recommended as Manchester United's permanent manager by club chiefs after overseeing a dramatic improvement in the club's fortunes, it was widely reported on Wednesday.

Keys says players will strike over Grand Slam pay if 'necessary'

Former Australian Open champion Madison Keys told AFP that "many players" are united on the question of Grand Slam prize money and that they will boycott a major tournament if their voices are not heard.

Winning worth the wait for Young no matter the ball

Having waited six years for his first PGA Tour victory, third-ranked Cameron Young is thrilled to have added two more titles in two months ahead of this week's PGA Championship.

Donald pleased to have Rahm back for Ryder three-peat bid

Luke Donald, seeking a three-peat in 2027 as Europe's Ryder Cup captain, is pleased with Jon Rahm securing his eligibility for the squad and has no worries about team-room issues.

Revived Swiatek cruises past Pegula and into Italian Open semis

Iga Swiatek gave another indication that she might be back to her brilliant best after destroying Jessica Pegula 6-1, 6-2 on Wednesday and breezing into the Italian Open semi-finals.

Australia's North savours 'tremendous honour' of England role

Former Australia batsman Marcus North said Wednesday it was "a tremendous honour" to be appointed as England's national selector.

Mbappe can show 'commitment' to Real Madrid: Arbeloa

Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa called on French striker Kylian Mbappe on Wednesday to show "his commitment" to the team in the last three matches of the season.

Japan suspend Eddie Jones for verbally abusing officials

Japan suspended head coach Eddie Jones for four games and cut his salary on Wednesday for "verbal abuse directed at local officials" during an Australian tour.

England drop Crawley for 1st Test against New Zealand

England have dropped struggling opening batsman Zak Crawley from their squad for next month's first Test against New Zealand at Lord's.

World Cup broadcast deadlock ends up in Indian court

A standoff over World Cup broadcasting rights in India has ended up in the courts with fans fearing they won't be able to watch football's biggest party when it begins in under a month.

'Don't understand it, but it looks fun': cricket bowls Japan over

Curious spectators clutching rulebooks watch as a batsman smacks a six into the sand and weeds surrounding Japan's brand-new cricket ground, four months before it hosts matches at the Asian Games.

World Cup comes to 'Soccer Town USA,' but locals priced out

Anthony Duro had hoped the World Cup coming to his soccer-mad New Jersey town would mean watching games at nearby MetLife Stadium, but sky-high ticket prices are beyond his budget.

Don't mention the war: Tucson prepares to welcome Team Iran for World Cup

In the Strait of Hormuz, US warships menace Iran's oil tankers, while in Washington President Donald Trump demands "complete victory." But in Tucson, they're getting ready to welcome the Iranian football team as if nothing were amiss.

Hosting World Cup evokes powerful memories for Mexico, and raises expectations

The 2026 World Cup will finish with a final in a New Jersey NFL stadium, but the tournament will begin in a footballing temple where arguably the sport's two greatest ever players enjoyed their crowning glories.

Wembanyama leads Spurs to brink as Timberwolves routed

Victor Wembanyama scored 27 points as the San Antonio Spurs moved to within one win of the NBA Western Conference finals with an emphatic 126-97 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday.

Ronaldo left waiting for Saudi title after goalkeeping gaffe

Cristiano Ronaldo will have to wait a bit longer for his first Saudi Pro League title after Al Nassr conceded a bizarre own goal in the final seconds on Tuesday.

Quick bowler Brown left out of Australia T20 World Cup squad

Fast bowler Darcie Brown was a surprise omission from Australia's 15-player squad named Wednesday for next month's T20 World Cup in England.

Los Angeles stadium undergoes World Cup facelift

Hundreds of corner seats have been ripped out of Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium and truckloads of freshly harvested sod were beginning the 1,200-mile journey from Washington state Tuesday as the venue puts the finishing touches on its facelift for soccer's World Cup.

Messi still highest-paid player in MLS

Lionel Messi remains the highest-paid player in Major League Soccer with an annual base salary of $25 million -- more than twice as much as the next-highest paid player Son Heung-min, the MLS Players Association said Tuesday.

Blister worry hits McIlroy as PGA start looms at Aronimink

Concern flared Tuesday about a nagging right foot blister that forced Masters winner Rory McIlroy to halt a practice round for the PGA Championship after only three holes at Aronimink.

Ex-NBA player Jason Collins dies after brain cancer battle

Jason Collins, the former NBA player who became the first openly gay man to play in a major US pro sports league, has died after a battle with brain cancer, his family said Tuesday.

Foot blister forces McIlroy to cut short PGA practice round

Rory McIlroy was forced to halt his practice round at Aronimink on Tuesday ahead of the PGA Championship due to a blister on his right pinky toe.

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