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England's Lawes to end rugby career in France with Brive
Former England captain Courtney Lawes announced Friday he will leave English Premiership leaders Northampton at the end of the season to join Brive due to a "transformational offer" from the French side.
Brazilian Formula One driver Wilson Fittipaldi dies aged 80
The former Brazilian Formula 1 driver and team owner Wilson Fittipaldi, older brother of Emerson Fittipaldi, has died in Sao Paulo aged 80, the Brazilian Automobile Confederation (CBA) announced on Friday.
Russian appeal against Olympic suspension dismissed as Moscow blasts 'discrimination'
Russia's appeal against its suspension by the International Olympic Committee was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport on Friday with Moscow lambasting its banishment from this summer's Paris Games as "discrimination".
Russell urges Scots to learn from Springbok blitz in England Six Nations clash
Finn Russell hopes Scotland can turn the pain of a Rugby World Cup defeat by South Africa to their advantage when they face England in the Six Nations on Saturday.
Guardiola expects Man Utd rise under Ratcliffe
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is expecting a tougher challenge from Manchester United in the coming years after British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of a minority stake in the club was completed this week.
Moyes undecided over West Ham future despite offer of new deal
David Moyes revealed Friday that West Ham have offered him a new contract, but said he is yet to decide whether to stay at the Premier League club.
Klopp is irreplaceable, says Liverpool assistant manager Lijnders
Liverpool assistant manager Pep Lijnders says it is impossible to replace Jurgen Klopp and that the club must find someone who can develop their own dynasty.
Man Utd must prove they 'belong' in Champions League despite Hojlund blow
Erik ten Hag said Manchester United "belong" in the Champions League but must prove it after losing in-form striker Rasmus Hojlund to injury.
Hamilton insists Mercedes story can end on a high
Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton says his switch to Ferrari programmed for 2025 will add a brand new chapter to his sparkling career, but insisted he hopes to leave Mercedes on a high.
Pundits laud England's old-school Root for patient century
England's Joe Root was roundly praised Friday after becoming the first batsman to make 10 Test centuries against India after departing from his team's attacking strategy and back to more conservative cricket.
England's Borthwick says Scotland 'favourites' for Six Nations clash
England coach Steve Borthwick says his Six Nations title-chasers will be underdogs against Scotland in Edinburgh on Saturday despite a perfect record in this year's tournament.
Cycling's Sagan has heart procedure, Olympics still in view
Triple road race world champion Peter Sagan underwent heart checks Friday to deal with an arrhythmia problem that emerged in a mountain bike race last weekend, his personal spokesman told AFP.
Pochettino says Chelsea have started to 'click' ahead of League Cup final
Mauricio Pochettino says Chelsea have started to "click" in recent weeks after a poor start to the season as he prepares his team to take on injury-hit Liverpool in Sunday's League Cup final.
Man Utd hit by Hojlund injury blow
Manchester United were dealt another injury blow on Friday as in-form striker Rasmus Hojlund was ruled out for up to three weeks with a muscle injury.
O'Mahony expects a tough battle with 'proud' Welsh
Ireland captain Peter O'Mahony says it would be disrespectful to regard Wales as a potential 'banana skin' when the Six Nations titleholders host the Welsh at Lansdowne Road on Saturday.
Ireland v Wales Six Nations: three key challenges
Ireland, with two impressive victories under their belt, will start as warm favourites for the Six Nations third-round match with Wales, who have lost both their matches by narrow margins, at Lansdowne Road on Saturday.
'Clarity brings freedom': Departing Tuchel banking on Bayern revival
Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel said Friday his summer departure could focus his squad, saying he "can be a little more ruthless" after the announcement.
'Masterful' Root rescues England after early wickets
Joe Root hit an unbeaten 106 to lead England's recovery from early trouble after Indian fast bowler Akash Deep took three wickets on debut in the fourth Test on Friday.
'Energetic' Tuilagi handed first France start against Italy
Giant lock Posolo Tuilagi will make his first France start against Italy in the Six Nations this weekend, after head coach Fabien Galthie named his team on Friday.
Page-Relo to start at scrum-half for Italy against France
Martin Page-Relo will start at scrum-half for Italy when they take on France in the third round of the Six Nations in Lille on Sunday.
Liverpool's Salah, Nunez in contention for League Cup final
Liverpool could be handed a major boost ahead of the League Cup final against Chelsea on Sunday, with Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez and Dominik Szoboszlai all in contention to play after injury problems.
Russian appeal against Olympic suspension dismissed by sport's highest court
Russia's appeal against its suspension by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) was dismissed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday.
Root's patient ton helps England to 302-7 after early wickets
Joe Root hit an unbeaten 106 to lead England's recovery from early trouble after Indian fast bowler Akash Deep took three wickets on debut in the fourth Test on Friday.
Arteta urges Arsenal fans to turn up volume in Premier League title push
Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal fans to produce "full energy" as they chase a sixth straight Premier League win against Newcastle at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
Lewandowski helping Barcelona cling on in title race
Reigning La Liga champions Barcelona's faltering title defence has been kept just about alive in recent weeks, boosted by Robert Lewandowski's timely return to form.
Australia punish New Zealand to win second T20 and clinch series
Australia's bowlers sliced through some reckless New Zealand batting on Friday to win the second Twenty20 international by 72 runs in Auckland and clinch the three-match series.
Aston Villa's Kamara undergoes ACL knee surgery
Aston Villa midfielder Boubacar Kamara is facing eight months out after undergoing knee surgery in his native France, a medical source revealed on Friday.
Major winner Kim in three-way lead at LPGA Thailand
Major winner Kim Sei-young of South Korea was among a trio leading by one shot in blustery conditions at the halfway stage of the $1.7 million LPGA Thailand on Friday.
New Zealand crumble as Australia win second T20 to clinch series
Australia sliced through a reckless New Zealand batting effort on Friday to win the second Twenty20 international by 72 runs in Auckland and clinch the three-match series.
Kenya bids solemn farewell to marathon sensation Kiptum
Top athletes and dignitaries led hundreds of mourners at the funeral Friday of Kenya's world marathon record-holder Kelvin Kiptum in the nation's athletics heartland where he was born, trained and died.
Root leads England fightback in fourth India Test
Joe Root hit an unbeaten 67 to rebuild the England innings after Indian debutant Akash Deep took three wickets to put the tourists in early trouble in the fourth Test on Friday.
Chiefs hold off champions Crusaders to win Super Rugby opener
Replacement fly-half Josh Ioane landed two late penalties to give the Waikato Chiefs a 33-29 home victory over defending champions the Canterbury Crusaders to start the Super Rugby season Friday.