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Root annoyed by England's off-field 'stupid mistakes'
Joe Root expressed his frustration that a winning return as England Test captain has been overshadowed by another off-field incident that saw Brydon Carse dropped for the second Test against Pakistan.
Sri Lanka trail India by 238 runs in second Test
Sri Lanka were fighting hard to avoid the follow-on when rain brought an early end to play on day three of the second Test against India, with the hosts on 265-8 on Tuesday.
Real Madrid's Mourinho happy with squad despite losing out on Rodri
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho said Tuesday he is "very happy" with his squad, which he considers complete despite missing out on midfielder Rodri, later signed by rivals Barcelona.
Sri Lanka slump to 216-7 at tea in second India Test
Sri Lanka were reduced to 216-7 at tea on day three of the second Test against India in Colombo on Tuesday, needing a further 88 runs to avoid the follow-on.
Spurs splash out £75 million for Man City's Savinho
Tottenham signed Brazilian winger Savinho from Manchester City on Tuesday for a reported initial fee of £75 million ($102 million) to take their overall outlay in the transfer market beyond £300 million this window.
India in command despite Sooriyabandara half-century
Sri Lanka were 130-4 at lunch on day three of the second Test against India on Tuesday after Pasindu Sooriyabandara struck an unbeaten half-century to steady the hosts.
'Special' Chelsea forwards inspire Alonso's winning start
Xabi Alonso hailed Chelsea's "special" forwards after Morgan Rogers, Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro combined to inspire a 3-2 win at Fulham on Monday in his first game as Blues boss.
Federer looks forward to brief return to Arthur Ashe stadium
Roger Federer said Monday he is looking forward to this week's celebratory return to Arthur Ashe Stadium to play for the first time since his final US Open in 2019.
Alonso makes winning start with Chelsea as Rogers scores on debut
Xabi Alonso won his first game as Chelsea boss thanks to Morgan Rogers's debut goal and Joao Pedro's strike after just 31 seconds of a pulsating 3-2 victory against Fulham on Monday.
Palmeiras agree to sell Allan to Manchester City: source
Palmeiras have reached an agreement to transfer winger Allan to Manchester City for 40 million euros ($46.6 million), a source at the Brazilian club told AFP on Monday.
Vuelta stage three abandoned in dangerous weather conditions
Stage three of the Vuelta a Espana was abandoned inside the final few kilometres because of a dangerous hailstorm on Monday.
Banned Vondrousova appeals doping suspension to CAS
Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has appealed against her four-year doping suspension to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, the international body said on Monday.
Carse dropped from England squad after nightclub incident
Brydon Carse has been withdrawn from the second Test against Pakistan, while an incident outside a nightclub is investigated by the Cricket Regulator, in the latest off-field setback for England.
Eto'o urges support for embattled FIFA president Infantino
Former Cameroon star Samuel Eto'o has thrown his support behind beleaguered FIFA president Gianni Infantino, saying he "hasn't done anything wrong" despite facing mounting pressure to step down over a controversial World Cup sell-off plan.
India in driver's seat in second Sri Lanka Test
India took control on the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka on Monday, posting 503-9 declared before claiming two quick wickets to leave the hosts reeling at 8–2.
Liverpool must improve on 'unacceptable' season, says Van Dijk
Virgil van Dijk said Liverpool "need to show a reaction" from a bitterly disappointing season that cost Arne Slot his job as manager, but called for patience with new boss Andoni Iraola.
India declare on 503-9 after Jurel hundred
Dhruv Jurel's second Test hundred helped India reach 503-9 before declaring their first innings in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Monday.
Springboks change half-backs for second All Blacks Test
South Africa have changed their half-backs for the second Test against New Zealand on Saturday in Cape Town, promoting experienced duo Handre Pollard and Cobus Reinach.
Jurel hits 95 not out as India reach 475-8 at tea in Sri Lanka Test
Dhruv Jurel hit an unbeaten 95 as India reached 475-8 at tea on the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka before rain stopped play on Monday.
Ingebrigtsen buoyed by fourth in Diamond League comeback
Jakob Ingebrigtsen's return to Diamond League action resulted in a fourth-placed finish in a loaded 1,500m, but the Norwegian was left satisfied with the result.
Pant, Jurel half-centuries take India past 400 in Sri Lanka Test
Rishabh Pant and Dhruv Jurel hit unbeaten half-centuries as India reached 419-6 at lunch on the second day of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo on Monday.
UEFA's Ceferin tells Infantino to go, but 'not interested' in replacing him
UEFA chief Aleksander Ceferin says he is "not interested" in replacing Gianni Infantino but warned the under-fire FIFA president must quit or face a leadership challenge.
Yamashita marches to nine-shot win in LPGA Canadian Women's Open
Miyu Yamashita fired a four-under-par 66 to polish off a wire-to-wire victory in the LPGA Canadian Women's Open on Sunday, beating fellow Japanese player Yuri Yoshida by nine strokes.
Gauff powers past Pegula to win US Open warm-up in Cincinnati
Coco Gauff made a statement Sunday with the US Open approaching, dominating Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 to win her first title of 2026 at the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati.
Japan's Olympic figure skating heroes to wed
Japan's Olympic figure skating pairs champions Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara announced their engagement on Sunday.
Fils tops Tiafoe to claim first ATP Masters title in Cincinnati
Arthur Fils surged past Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 to win his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Cummins eyes ODI return ahead of 'big' South Africa Test series
Skipper Pat Cummins said he "can't wait" to play in Australia's first Test series in South Africa since the infamous "Sandpapergate" affair and he intends to use one-day games beforehand to prepare.
Gauff powers past Pegula to win Cincinnati WTA 1000 crown
Coco Gauff made a statement with the US Open approaching, dominating Jessica Pegula 6-2, 6-4 to win her first title of 2026 at the WTA 1000 in Cincinnati.
Rookie La Sasso wins LIV season-ender as tour's future in doubt
Rookie Michael La Sasso pipped Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau to win LIV Golf's season-ending Indianapolis event Sunday, as the breakaway series is plunged into a deeply uncertain future.
Fils tops Tiafoe to claim first ATP Masters title in Cincinnati bb/amz
Arthur Fils surged past Frances Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 to win his first ATP Masters 1000 title in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Clark fends off McIlroy to win BMW Championship
A nervy Wyndham Clark birdied the final three holes to dramatically win the BMW Championship on Sunday, having earlier surrendered his five-stroke lead to Rory McIlroy.
Liga holders Barcelona crush Elche, Atletico salvage Villarreal draw
Spanish champions Barcelona cruised to a 5-0 win over Elche on Sunday in their La Liga opener with Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scoring twice each and Anthony Gordon setting up two goals on his debut.