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Sexton to lead Ireland against All Blacks despite concussion scare
Johnny Sexton was named Thursday in the Ireland side to face New Zealand in the second Test, despite the veteran fly-half failing a concussion assessment during last week's defeat in Auckland.
Tupou back as Wallabies make five changes for second England Test
Powerhouse prop Taniela Tupou returns from injury and Jordan Petaia will start at fullback for Australia for the first time as coach Dave Rennie made five changes on Thursday to his starting line-up for the second Test against England.
Papalii in as All Blacks shuffle pack for second Ireland Test
Coach Ian Foster admitted on Thursday that New Zealand's set-piece play could be compromised by fielding a smaller, more mobile, forward pack after he brought in flanker Dalton Papalii as his only All Blacks change for the second Test against Ireland.
Austria offers Verstappen comfort of 'home' after Silverstone
The Formula One circus sets up camp in the picture-postcard Styrian Alps this weekend for the Austrian Grand Prix which presents Max Verstappen with the perfect antidote to last week's Silverstone suffering.
Papalii comes in as All Blacks shuffle pack for second Ireland Test
The All Blacks have made an enforced change to their starting team to face Ireland in the second Test at Dunedin on Saturday, bringing in Dalton Papalii to the back row and moving Scott Barrett to lock.
'Goal is to win' Gobert says as he joins NBA's Timberwolves
Three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert said Wednesday his mission with new team Minnesota is simple.
NHL to open season with Lightning-Rangers rematch
The NHL 2022-23 regular season will open in North America on October 11 with a double-header that includes a rematch of the Eastern Conference finals between the Tampa Bay Lightning and New York Rangers.
Record crowd sees England women off to winning start at Euro 2022
England got their quest for Euro 2022 glory off to a winning start as Beth Mead's goal earned a 1-0 victory over Austria in front of a record crowd of 69,000 at Old Trafford.
Nadal unsure he will be fit to face Kyrgios in Wimbledon semi
Rafael Nadal admits he does not know whether he will be fit to face Nick Kyrgios in Friday's Wimbledon semi-finals after an abdominal injury nearly forced him to quit against Taylor Fritz.
Browns trade Mayfield to Panthers
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the immediate future of Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns traded quarterback Baker Mayfield to the Carolina Panthers on Wednesday.
Wimbledon warrior Nadal to face Kyrgios as Halep, Rybakina make semi-finals
Rafael Nadal conjured up a mesmerising five-set recovery from a potentially tournament-ending injury on Wednesday to reach an eighth Wimbledon semi-final, where he will take on Australian firebrand Nick Kyrgios.
Nadal to face Kyrgios after surviving Wimbledon injury scare
Rafael Nadal beat Taylor Fritz in a gruelling five-setter on Wednesday to set up a blockbuster Wimbledon semi-final against Nick Kyrgios, but revealed that an abdomen injury almost forced him to quit mid-match.
Kyrgios ignores legal woes in 'best performance' to make Wimbledon semi-final
Nick Kyrgios reached his first Grand Slam semi-final at Wimbledon on Wednesday, giving his "best performance" and shrugging off an impending court case where he faces an allegation of assault.
Browns reportedly trade Mayfield to Panthers
Amid the uncertainty surrounding the immediate future of Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns have traded quarterback Baker Mayfield to the Carolina Panthers, NFL.com reported Wednesday.
Veteran France keeper Mandanda joins Rennes after Marseille exit
France goalkeeper Steve Mandanda signed a two-year deal with Rennes on Wednesday after reaching an agreement with Marseille to rescind his contract.
Nadal defies injury to set up Wimbledon semi-final against Kyrgios
Rafael Nadal overcame an injury to beat Taylor Fritz and reach the Wimbledon semi-finals for an eighth time on Wednesday, keeping alive his dream of a calendar Grand Slam.
Reigning champs, record holders and Felix headline US world athletics team
The United States' 151-strong roster for the World Athletics Championships features defending champions, world record-holders and, for a 10th and final time superstar Allyson Felix.
Italy's Pessina moves to ambitious Monza on loan
Monza have signed Italy international and local boy Matteo Pessina on a season-long loan from Atalanta, the new Serie A club said on Wednesday.
Adams joins American contingent at Leeds
USA international Tyler Adams was reunited with Leeds manager Jesse Marsch after completing a reported £20 million ($24 million) move from RB Leipzig on Wednesday.
NBA Timberwolves officially welcome star center Gobert
The Minnesota Timberwolves officially welcomed star French center Rudy Gobert on Wednesday, days after reports they had acquired the three-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year from the Utah Jazz.
Veteran France keeper Mandanda set for Rennes after Marseille exit
France goalkeeper Steve Mandanda is expected to join Rennes after reaching an agreement with Marseille on Wednesday to rescind his contract.
PGA Tour, LPGA cancel Shanghai events due to Covid regulations
The US PGA Tour and the LPGA said Thursday they were cancelling tournaments scheduled in Shanghai in October because of ongoing Covid-19 restrictions in China.
Chelsea closing in on deal for Man City's Sterling - reports
Chelsea are closing on the first major signing of the Todd Boehly era at Stamford Bridge after reportedly agreeing personal terms with Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling.
Biden speaks with wife of basketball star detained in Russia
President Joe Biden spoke with the wife of women's basketball star Brittney Griner on Wednesday, telling her that he is working to secure her spouse's release from Russian detention, the White House said.
Kyrgios races into Wimbledon semi-finals
Nick Kyrgios reached his first Grand Slam semi-final at Wimbledon on Wednesday when the controversial Australian defeated Cristian Garin of Chile in straight sets.
Cobble king Clarke wins Tour de France stage five with bike throw
Simon Clarke of Israel Premier Tech won stage five of the Tour de France on Wednesday in a photo finish after a 157km run from Lille to Arenberg featuring 20km of cobbled mining roads.
Nadal tires of Wimbledon body talk as Halep, Rybakina make semis
Rafael Nadal has shrugged off new concerns over his fitness as he targets a place in an eighth Wimbledon semi-final on Wednesday while Nick Kyrgios plays in the shadow of fresh controversy.
Australia's Clarke wins Tour de France stage five
Simon Clarke of Israel Premier Tech won stage five of the Tour de France on Wednesday in a photo finish after a 157km run from Lille to Arenberg featuring 20km of cobbled mining roads.
Dortmund swoop for Haller to fill Haaland void
Borussia Dortmund completed the signing of Ivory Coast striker Sebastien Haller from Ajax on Wednesday as the Bundesliga club looks to fill the void left by the departure of Erling Haaland.
'Best tennis' Halep to face Rybakina in Wimbledon semi-final
Former champion Simona Halep said she is playing her "best tennis" as she set up a Wimbledon semi-final clash with Kazakhstan's Elena Rybakina on Wednesday.
Former champion Halep into Wimbledon semi-finals
Former champion Simona Halep eased past Amanda Anisimova 6-2, 6-4 to reach her third Wimbledon semi-final on Wednesday without dropping a set in the tournament so far.
Putellas loss strikes blow to Spain's hopes of Euro 2022 breakthrough
Spain's ambitions of a breakthrough on the women's international stage at Euro 2022 have been rocked by a sickening knee injury to reigning Ballon d'Or winner Alexia Putellas.