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Messi sets World Cup scoring record as stars outshine weather

Lionel Messi became the World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer on Monday to fire Argentina into the last 32 as France overcame weather chaos before advancing to the knockout rounds alongside Norway.

Diaspora World Cup champions diversity over division

When Sweden's Yasin Ayari scored seven minutes into his World Cup debut he raised his arms in apology rather than celebration out of respect for Tunisia, where his father is from.

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Extra time at Augusta helps McIlroy make Masters magic

Rory McIlroy spent nine days over his three-week PGA Tour break making visits to Augusta National, practice that has helped him seize the greatest 36-hole lead in Masters history.

McIlroy seizes 36-hole record six-shot Masters lead with epic finish

Rory McIlroy delivered one of the most incredible finishes in major golf history with birdies on six of Friday's last seven holes to seize a record six-stroke lead after 36 holes at the Masters.

Rory McIlroy seizes Masters record six-stroke lead after 36 holes

Rory McIlroy delivered one of the most stunning finishes in major golf history, making birdies on six of Friday's last seven holes to seize a record six-stroke lead after 36 holes at the Masters.

De Zerbi 'not surprised' by backlash from Spurs fans over Greenwood

Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi admitted he was not surprised by the backlash from a section of fans over his past comments on Mason Greenwood.

Marseille boost hopes of Champions League return, Monaco suffer heavy defeat

Marseille reclaimed third place in the French Ligue 1 table with a 3-1 win over bottom side Metz on Friday to boost their hopes of Champions League qualification, while Monaco's long unbeaten run ended in a shock 4-1 defeat away to Paris FC.

Frustrated Scheffler finds water hazards at Masters

World number one Scottie Scheffler sank down the Masters leaderboard Friday, twice splashing into the water on a difficult day, but insisted he played much better than his score suggested.

Swing and miss: Ichiro statue reveal goes awry as bat snaps

A statue reveal to honor Japanese baseball legend Ichiro Suzuki went awry on Friday when a key detail in the bronze tribute broke during a ceremonial unveiling.

China's Li flushes toilet trouble at Masters

Chinese golfer Li Haotong battled through illness and into Masters contention with four consecutive birdies Friday, despite being so sick in the morning he could barely leave the bathroom.

Real Madrid title hopes dented by Girona draw

Real Madrid dropped more points in the Spanish title race with a frustrating 1-1 La Liga draw at home against Girona on Friday.

Malen hits hat-trick as Roma rebound against declining Pisa

Donyell Malen hit a hat-trick as Roma revived their fading European hopes by crusing past Serie A's bottom club Pisa 3-0 on Friday.

Playoff loss to McIlroy not motivating 'nearly man' Rose

Justin Rose isn't taking extra motivation from his playoff loss to Rory McIlroy as the "nearly man" of Augusta National tries to capture a long-sought Masters title.

West Ham sink Wolves to climb out of relegation zone as Spurs slip into bottom three

West Ham climbed out of the Premier League relegation zone with a 4-0 win against Wolves on Friday that dumped Tottenham into the bottom three.

Holders Italy and Ukraine make strong starts in BJK Cup as USA trail

Two-time defending champions Italy seized control of their Billie Jean King Cup qualifier against Japan on Friday with Jasmine Paolini and Elisabetta Cocciaretto giving the hosts a 2-0 lead.

McIlroy seizes command at the turn at Masters

Defending champion Rory McIlroy reeled off three birdies in a row to seize command in Friday's second round of the 90th Masters at Augusta National.

Hatton jumps into Masters hunt with stunning 66

Tyrrell Hatton made a career-high seven birdies and reached every green in regulation to fire a six-under-par 66 and leap into contention after the second round of the Masters.

Fury happy to be the 'hunter' on return to ring

Tyson Fury said he is relishing being the "hunter" as the British fighter returns to the ring after his latest retirement in a heavyweight showdown against Arslanbek Makhmudov on Saturday.

Teen Sooryavanshi equals record to power Rajasthan to fourth IPL win

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi tore the Royal Challengers Bengaluru bowling to shreds on his way to equalling his own record for the fastest fifty of this season's IPL, powering unbeaten Rajasthan Royals to a fourth successive victory, by six wickets, on Friday.

Balogun strike in vain as Monaco suffer heavy defeat

United States star Folarin Balogun kept up his remarkable recent scoring record for Monaco but could not prevent his team sliding to a 4-1 defeat away to Paris FC on Friday that is a big blow to their hopes of qualifying for next season's Champions League.

With a little help from his friends, Vacherot reaches Monte Carlo semis

Cheered on by a crowd of childhood mates, Valentin Vacherot walked a third-set tightrope in his home-town tournament before beating Alex de Minaur 6-4, 3-6, 6-3, on Friday to gatecrash the semi-finals at the Monte Carlo Open.

McIlroy battles Rose and Hatton for the Masters lead

Defending champion Rory McIlroy battled England's Tyrrell Hatton and Justin Rose for the lead in Friday's second round of the 90th Masters at firm and fast Augusta National.

Will The Wise wins Topham as tragedy strikes Gold Dancer

Rising Irish star Conor Stone-Walsh warmed up for his first ride in the Grand National with victory over the fences on Friday, guiding home Will The Wise in the Topham Chase.

Teen star Seixas claims stage five to close on Basque Tour victory

Teenage French starlet Paul Seixas sprinted to stage five victory at the Tour of the Basque country on Friday, edging out Florian Lipowitz to extend his significant overall lead.

De Zerbi urges Spurs to unleash attacking 'DNA' in survival fight

Roberto De Zerbi called on Tottenham to embrace their attacking "DNA" in their relegation battle as he prepares to take charge of the team for the first time against Sunderland on Sunday.

Scheffler scrambles, Rose stumbles early at Masters

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and England's Justin Rose scrambled not to lose ground on co-leaders Rory McIlroy and Sam Burns early in Friday's second round of the Masters.

Sinner eases into Monte Carlo semi-final against Zverev

Jannik Sinner brushed aside Felix Auger-Aliassime in straight sets on Friday to set up a Monte Carlo Masters semi-final against Alexander Zverev.

Inter skipper Martinez suffers calf injury

Inter Milan will be without captain and top scorer Lautaro Martinez for Sunday's Serie A match against Como, the Italian league leaders said.

Arteta urges Arsenal to pile pressure on Man City in title race

Mikel Arteta challenged Arsenal to pile pressure on Manchester City by extending their lead at the top of the Premier League before their title rivals play 24 hours later.

Fernandez remains out despite apology: Chelsea boss Rosenior

Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior said that Enzo Fernandez remains dropped for Sunday's Premier League clash against Manchester City despite apologising for comments that cast doubt over his future at Stamford Bridge.

Dortmund defender Schlotterbeck extends contract until 2031

Borussia Dortmund and Germany defender Nico Schlotterbeck has extended his deal by four years until 2031, the club announced Friday.

De Zerbi vows to save troubled Spurs from relegation

Roberto De Zerbi vowed to save troubled Tottenham from the humiliation of Premier League relegation as the Italian prepares for his first game in charge against Sunderland on Sunday.

Sinner eases into Monte Carlo semi-finals