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Richarlison calls for punishment after banana thrown in Brazil game
Richarlison responded angrily on Wednesday to racist abuse after he scored as Brazil thrashed Tunisia in a friendly in Paris.
Bigger England Test fees could stop Premiership exodus: Exeter's Baxter
Exeter director of rugby Rob Baxter said Wednesday that higher England match fees could help stop players leaving the Premiership for bigger salaries abroad after Sam Simmonds agreed a move to Montpellier.
European giants struggle for form as World Cup looms
Just weeks away from the start of a World Cup like no other, the poor form of Europe's powerhouses suggests there could be a changing of the guard in Qatar.
Hamilton says failure to win this season 'not end of the world'
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said on Wednesday he does not see it as "a dry spell" or "end of the world" if he fails to win a race this season.
Protests shadow Iran's World Cup push
The protests that have erupted in Iran are shadowing the national football team's bid for a breakthrough to the World Cup, with rumours of a split in the squad, social media posts that mysteriously disappear and former legends weighing in to support the demonstrations.
World no.2 Ruud takes inspiration from Federer send-off
World number two Casper Ruud said on Wednesday that a bit of Roger Federer had rubbed off on him after being part of the tennis legend's send-off last week.
Body of missing US ski mountaineer found in Nepal
A search team retrieved the body of top US ski mountaineer Hilaree Nelson from the Himalayas on Wednesday, two days after she disappeared on the slopes of Nepal's Manaslu peak.
Tropical storm adds pressure on Quartararo at Thailand MotoGP
A tropical storm forecast to batter Thailand this weekend could shake up the three-way fight for the MotoGP world championship after leader Fabio Quartararo failed to capitalise in Japan.
Verstappen on verge of second world title as F1 returns to Singapore
Red Bull's dominant Max Verstappen can clinch a second world championship when the Singapore Grand Prix returns this weekend after a three-year absence because of Covid.
Messi in the 100 club as Argentina streak continues with Jamaica defeat
Lionel Messi marked his 100th international victory with two goals as Argentina edged closer to Italy's world record unbeaten streak with a 3-0 defeat of Jamaica in a World Cup warm-up friendly in New Jersey on Tuesday.
Messi at the double as Argentina streak continues with Jamaica defeat
Lionel Messi scored twice as Argentina edged closer to Italy's world record unbeaten streak with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Jamaica in a World Cup warm-up friendly in New Jersey on Tuesday.
Spain pip Portugal to Nations League finals as Czechs go down
Alvaro Morata's late goal earned Spain a 1-0 win in Portugal and the last place in the UEFA Nations League finals on Tuesday, while the Czech Republic were relegated from the top tier after losing in Switzerland.
US need to improve at World Cup says Berhalter
United States coach Gregg Berhalter warned his team they must improve at the World Cup after wrapping up their pre-tournament preparations with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia in Spain on Tuesday.
Spain snare Nations League semis spot from Portugal
Alvaro Morata's late strike snatched Spain a 1-0 Nations League victory over Portugal in Braga on Tuesday and sent them into the semi-finals.
Banana thrown at Richarlison as Brazil thrash Tunisia
Richarlison was the target of a banana thrown from the crowd as Brazil thrashed Tunisia 5-1 in a friendly in Paris on Tuesday, while Neymar edged closer to Pele's all-time scoring record for the five-time world champions.
Stalemate as USA held by Saudi Arabia
The United States wrapped up their World Cup preparations with a 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia on Tuesday.
Ex-Nigeria and Chelsea star John Obi Mikel retires
Former Nigeria and Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel announced his retirement after a long and decorated career on Tuesday, saying "all good things must come to an end".
Former Man City midfielder Delph retires
Former Manchester City and England midfielder Fabian Delph announced his retirement on Tuesday.
Vingegaard in first race since Tour de France triumph
Tour de France winner Jonas Vingegaard was back in the saddle and back in the mix on Tuesday, finishing with the main pack on the first stage of the six-day Tour of Croatia.
F1 to double number of sprints to six in 2023
Formula One will stage six sprint races in 2023, double the number of the format that has proved a popular addition to grand prix weekends in the past two seasons.
Son's header gives South Korea win over Cameroon in World Cup warm-up
Son Heung-min scored for the second straight match on Tuesday to give South Korea a 1-0 home victory over Cameroon in their latest World Cup tune-up.
Puerto Rico make women's World Cup quarters, USA to face Serbia
Favourites the United States will face Serbia in the women's basketball World Cup quarter-finals after hitting three figures for the second straight match Tuesday, while Puerto Rico take on Canada after making the knockouts for the first time.
Son's header lifts South Korea past Cameroon
Son Heung-min scored for the second straight match on Tuesday to lead South Korea to a 1-0 victory over Cameroon in their latest World Cup tune-up.
Brazil midfielder Allan leaves Everton for Al Wahda
Brazil midfielder Allan left Everton to join Abu Dhabi-based side Al Wahda for an undisclosed fee on Tuesday.
Bellerin calf issue adds to Barca injury worries
Barcelona's injury problems worsened after defender Hector Bellerin suffered a calf problem in training on Tuesday.
Bellingham gives England cause for hope at World Cup
England will head to the World Cup on a six game winless streak, their longest going into a major tournament, but lifted by the eye-catching performance of Jude Bellingham against Germany.
Chinese driver Zhou extends contract with Alfa Romeo into 2023
Chinese driver Zhou Guanyu has extended his contract with Alfa Romeo until the end of 2023, the Formula One team announced on Tuesday before this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix.
Kazakhstan set to host MotoGP race in 2023
Kazakhstan will join the MotoGP calendar in 2023, promoters Dorna announced on Tuesday, as the premier category of the motorcycle world championship arrives in Central Asia for the first time.
Montpellier centre Vincent sidelined for 'several months' with knee injury
France international rugby centre Arthur Vincent will be sidelined for 'several months' after aggravating a left knee injury on his return to Top 14 action with French champions Montpellier.
'Frustrated' Mali basketball duo sorry for World Cup fight
Two Mali players apologised on Tuesday after they fought each other at the women's basketball World Cup, with governing body FIBA opening an investigation into the incident.
Nepal seeks Interpol's help to find fugitive cricket star
Nepali police have sought help from Interpol to locate the country's fugitive suspended national cricket captain, they said Tuesday.
Matsuyama to defend Zozo Championship in Japan
World number 18 Hideki Matsuyama said Tuesday that he will defend his Zozo Championship crown at his home US PGA Tour event in Japan next month.