Sport

Trending:


Fastest deliveries of IPL 2024, including those from Burger, Pathirana, and Umran

The Indian Premier League boasts the biggest collection of top players in the game, and that extends to fast bowling as well. While fast bowlers can only truly be gauged in the longer formats, T20 cricket offers a platform for them to showcase one particular skill – pure pace. The shortest format allows pacers to go full throttle and not worry abou...


‘Probably impossible’ – Liverpool boosted as Bayern accept defeat in Xabi Alonso pursuit; ‘two years’ claim made

Honorary Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has accepted that the club getting Xabi Alonso through the door is "probably impossible" and in "two or three more years" it would "probably be easier."


Motor racing - Williams will have two cars but still no spare in Japan

LONDON (Reuters) - Williams are confident they will be back up to strength with two cars at next week's Japanese Grand Prix, after having only one in Australia last Sunday due to crash damage, but will still have no spare. Logan Sargeant had to sit out the race in Melbourne after more experienced team mate Alex Albon, the effective number one driver, wrecked his car in practice and was then given


Man Utd ‘refuse to compromise’ with Prem side over fee for key man, slowing all business down

Manchester United are reportedly 'refusing to compromise' with Newcastle United over the fee they want for Dan Ashworth, and both sides will have to make transfer moves without sporting directors in place in the interim.


Olympics - Louis Vuitton makes custom trunks for Paris Games flames, medals

PARIS (Reuters) - The Olympic and Paralympic flames will each travel in a custom-made Louis Vuitton trunk this summer thanks to a sponsorship deal with the brand's owner LVMH. Louis Vuitton has also made trunks for the medals which open up into prominent display cases, with dozens of drawers, each holding three medals. The world's largest luxury label -- known for flower-shaped monograms and


Junior Alvarado and Senor Buscador bid for historic double of Saudi and Dubai World Cup

Junior Alvarado couldn’t have wished for a better result on his debut ride in the $20 million Saudi Cup in Riyadh last month. Alvarado clinched the world's richest race for thoroughbreds in thrilling fashion aboard Senor Buscador and the Venezuelan rider now has his sights set on adding the $12 million Dubai World Cup when he rides the six-year-old...


Tennis-Collins reaches Miami semi-finals in farewell season

(Reuters) - Danielle Collins boosted her hopes of winning a title in her farewell season as the unseeded American beat French 23rd seed Caroline Garcia 6-3 6-2 on Wednesday to reach the Miami Open semi-finals. Collins, who announced in January that she would retire from professional tennis at the end of this season, won 89.7% of her first serve points against Garcia, never faced a break point and


Cycling-Van Aert out of Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix after bad crash

(Reuters) - Wout van Aert suffered several fractures in a crash in Belgium's Dwars door Vlaanderen one-day race, and will miss the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix, Team Visma-Lease a Bike said on Wednesday. Van Aert, one of the favourites to win Wednesday's race, was brought down in a crash 65 kilometres from the finish and the Belgian could be heard screaming in pain as he lay on the ground.


Postecoglou wants to bring home electric former Tottenham forward for just £17m in summer

Tottenham and Crystal Palace are reportedly both interested in signing former Spurs man Marcus Edwards, with Sporting CP willing to accept just £17million for him now.


Egypt's hotbed of basketball talent back on display as BAL returns to Cairo

The Basketball Africa League (BAL) is set to return to Cairo for a third consecutive year next month, cementing Egypt’s growing status as a major player in the sport on the continent. A collaboration between the NBA and Fiba (International Basketball Federation), the BAL is currently in its fourth season and will see Cairo giants Al Ahly begin thei...


Soccer - Nottingham Forest must focus on reality, says Espirito Santo

NOTTINGHAM, England (Reuters) - Nottingham Forest must deal with the reality of their four-point deduction and begin the task of climbing out of the Premier League drop zone, according to manager Nuno Espirito Santo. A late equaliser denied Forest a win over fellow strugglers Luton Town in a 1-1 draw in their last game before the international break and worse was to follow days later as they were


Ushba Tesoro will defend Dubai World Cup crown from Stall 5

Ushba Tesoro will start from Stall 5 at he looks to defend his Dubai World Cup crown following the post-position draw at Armani Hotel in Burj Khalifa yesterday. The Noboru Takagi-trained seven year old is bidding to become only the second horse, after Godolphin’s Thunder Snow, to win back-to-back Dubai World Cups. Ushba Tesoro’s name was first to b...


Premier League predictions: Man City edge Arsenal in thriller, Liverpool thump Brighton

The latest international break is over and we now enter the home straight of the 2023/24 Premier League title race. Arsenal are currently leading by a nose with Mikel Arteta's side on 64 points, but ahead of Liverpool only thanks to their superior goal difference. Manchester City are in third just one point behind with Aston Villa occupying fourth ...


With two golfers breaking the 60 barrier in 2024 let’s salute move low scores in the game

With the help of modern equipment, manicured golf courses and elite athletes the scores are getting lower and the game becoming even more captivating


Soccer-UEFA to consider concerns over Euro 2024 squad size

(Reuters) - UEFA will listen to national team managers' concerns over squad size for the Euro 2024 tournament in Germany, European football's governing body said on Thursday. A return to the pre-Covid-19 23-player limit had been confirmed by UEFA, after it was increased to 26 for Euro 2020 and World Cup 2022, and coaches have voiced their concerns. "We have taken note of comments expressed by


Soccer - Chelsea's Chilwell misses training due to leg injury, Pochettino says

(Reuters) - Chelsea full back Ben Chilwell missed training with a leg injury after returning from international duty, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino said on Thursday. Chilwell started for England in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Brazil and Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Belgium in friendlies, his first appearances for the national team since a hamstring injury in September sidelined him for over three


Cricket-Stoinis, Agar lose Australia contracts

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - All-rounder Marcus Stoinis and spin bowler Ashton Agar have been dropped from Australia's contracts list for the 2024/25 season after falling out of favour with selectors. Stoinis lost his spot in Australia's ODI team to Marnus Labuschagne during the World Cup in India and has not been seen in the team since, while left-arm spinner Agar has played only one international


Soccer - Red-hot Bilbao face Real challenge with cup final on the horizon

By Fernando Kallas MADRID (Reuters) - Athletic Bilbao have been one of the surprises of the LaLiga season so far, with brilliant displays from brothers Inaki and Nico Williams helping to spur a top-four challenge under the calm guidance of former Barcelona manager Ernesto Valverde. Unbeaten at home since early August, the Basque club sit fourth in the table and will play in their 40th Copa del


Olympics-Parisians get ready to leave city with rental cash in pocket

PARIS (Reuters) - Like many Parisians, Martin Cassan will be heading the other way when the tidal wave of Olympics visitors hits the French capital in late July, taking the opportunity to make some extra cash by renting out his apartment. Tucked just under the beautiful Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, a 30-minute walk from the Parc de la Villette where several delegations will have their team houses


Soccer-Newcastle's Tonali charged by FA over alleged betting breaches

(Reuters) -Newcastle United's Italy midfielder Sandro Tonali has been charged by the FA over alleged betting breaches following his move to the Premier League club, English soccer's governing body said on Thursday. The 23-year-old is serving a 10-month ban after being sanctioned by the Italian Football Federation last October over betting breaches committed when he was playing for AC Milan. "It’


Tennis-Alexandrova's Miami Open magic continues with Pegula upset

(Reuters) -Ekaterina Alexandrova backed up her win over world number one Iga Swiatek with a 3-6 6-4 6-4 upset of fifth seed Jessica Pegula on Wednesday to reach the Miami Open semi-finals for the first time. Alexandrova let out a triumphant roar when Pegula's forehand landed in the net to end the two-hour contest in humid conditions in South Florida. "This one was incredible," Alexandrova said.


Fans in over 150 countries will tune in to watch the 2024 Dubai World Cup

A total of 40 highly-regarded broadcasters will deliver a cinematic experience of the $30.5 million Meydan extravaganza live to audiences across the globe


Oops! Watch a former ESPN anchor confuse Dana White for Joe Rogan in an all-time interview gaffe

and are both rambunctious, bald white men with an affinity for the UFC, but that doesn't make them the same person, Sage Steele! Steele, a former ESPN anchor, welcomed White to "The Sage Steele Show" and spent more than an hour talkin


Soccer - Newcastle's Tonali charged by FA over betting breaches

(Reuters) - Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali has been charged by the FA over alleged betting breaches, English soccer's governing body said on Thursday. "It’s alleged that the Newcastle United midfielder breached FA Rule E8 50 times by placing bets on football matches between 12 August 2023 and 12 October 2023," the FA said in a statement. "Sandro Tonali has until 5 April 2024 to


Olympics-Hooper in line for Australia rugby sevens debut with eye on Paris

(Reuters) - Former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper is in line for his international rugby sevens debut as he looks to push for a place on Australia's squad for the Olympic tournament in Paris. Flanker Hooper was included in Australia's 13-man squad for the sixth round of the global SVNS series in Hong Kong on April 5-7. "Hoops has worked hard to make his way into the squad, and we're all


Pochettino details ‘surprise’ at Southgate decision that saw Chelsea man return injured from England duty

Mauricio Pochettino has admitted it "is a surprise" that Ben Chilwell played both England games during the international break, as the boss is now unsure if his left-back will be fit for the next Chelsea game.


Chelsea to ‘come in strong’ for Brazil starter who’ll cost record fee after multiple ‘refused’ offers

Chelsea are one of five clubs who it's said will 'come in strong' for Brazilian goalkeeper Bento, who has started back-to-back international games, and his club have 'refused' multiple offers for him.


Soccer-Spurs' Maddison confident about making England Euros squad

(Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur midfielder James Maddison said his quality on the pitch and self-belief can help earn him a place in Gareth Southgate's England squad for Euro 2024 in Germany. The 27-year-old has six caps for the national team but has never played a full 90 minutes. Despite being named in the squad, Maddison was sidelined with a knee injury during the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. He


Soccer - FIFA and UEFA seek answers amid corruption probe into Spanish federation

By Rohith Nair (Reuters) - World soccer governing body FIFA and its European counterpart UEFA have written to the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) requesting a detailed update after arrests were made in a corruption probe last week in Spain. FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafstrom and UEFA General Secretary Theodore Theodoridis sent a joint letter to Pedro Rocha, the president of the RFEF's


Euro 2024: Teams, groups, schedule and how to watch in UAE

Ukraine struck a late winning goal while Georgia and Poland held their nerve in penalty shoot-outs as a night of dramatic play-off action on Tuesday confirmed the line-up for the 2024 European Championship group stage. Mykhailo Mudryk might have had a mediocre season at Chelsea, but his 84th minute winner gave war-torn Ukraine a major boost as they...


'I am Mahatma Gandhi of Munich': Veteran German tennis photographer on India, Bur Dubai and Steffi Graf

After a five-decade-long career, Juergen Hasenkopf, 73, says he can continue to travel around the world for 10 more years


Man City superstar ‘is going to play’ for Barcelona soon, as ‘all roads lead him’ to La Liga giants

Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland is reportedly "going to play for Barcelona" within a year-and-a-half, as "all roads are leading him" to the club.


Soccer-PSG, Barcelona ease into women's Champions League semis

PARIS (Reuters) - Paris St Germain beat Sweden's BK Hacken 5-1 on aggregate and Barcelona knocked out Norwegian side SK Brann 5-2 over two legs to reach the last four of the women's Champions League on Thursday. PSG will face Olympique Lyonnais, who beat Benfica 6-2 on aggregate, in an all-French semi-final, while Barcelona take on Chelsea, who overcame Ajax Amsterdam 4-1 on aggregate to set up a


Soccer-Tonali charged by FA over alleged betting breaches after Newcastle move

(Reuters) -Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali was charged by England's FA on Thursday over alleged betting breaches following his move to the Premier League club as he continues to serve a ban for betting on matches in Italy. The 23-year-old is serving a 10-month ban after being sanctioned by the Italian football federation (FIGC) last October over betting breaches committed when he was


PREVIEW - Soccer-For once, Bayern-Dortmund showdown is not about top spot

BERLIN (Reuters) - Saturday's "Der Klassiker" between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund will unusually not be about controlling the title race or taking over the top spot in the German Bundesliga. The two teams between them have won the last 14 league titles, but when the Bavarians host Dortmund at the Allianz Arena, each will be trying to save their domestic season. Bayern are currently in


Wrexham owners Reynolds, McElhenney owed staggering figure by their own club after promotion

Wrexham lost £5million in the year of their promotion to the English Football League and now owe nearly £9m to Hollywood owners Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds.


Dubai World Cup: Every winner from Cigar to Thunder Snow and Ushba Tesoro

The eyes of the racing world will be focused on the UAE this Saturday night for the eagerly anticipated 28th running of the Dubai World Cup. Held annually on the last Saturday in March, the race was first run back in 1996 at the Nad Al Sheba Racecourse and was won by Cigar. It has since grown into one of the sport's marquee events. It moved to the ...


UFC announces multiyear deal for twice-annual events in Perth starting with UFC 305

The UFC will be back back in Perth for two events this year. UFC 305 will take place Aug. 17 at RAC Arena in Perth, Western Australia, promotion officials announced Thursday. The second event will be a Fight Night at a date still to b


Kabirkhan carries Kazakh hopes in 2024 Dubai World Cup

Having picked up two wins from two runs at Meydan, Kabirkhan has raised hopes he can deliver what would be a first success for Kazakhstan in the Dubai World Cup. All in all, he has won 10 times and finished second on his other start. Success in the $12-million Group 1 race would make him a superstar as well as providing a first success in the showp...


Rugby-England's Ludlam and Sinckler to join Toulon - report

(Reuters) - England forwards Lewis Ludlam and Kyle Sinckler will join Toulon at the end of this season, the BBC reported on Thursday, effectively ruling them out of selection for their national team. Prop Sinckler, who has 68 England caps, will leave Bristol Bears and Northampton flanker Ludlam, who has made 25 England appearances, will sign three-year contracts with the Top 14 club, the report


Man Utd transfer: Championship club urged to ‘swiftly’ slap £40m tag on star man and ‘fend off’ Red Devils

Carlton Palmer has urged Leicester City to "move swiftly" to put a £40million valuation on Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall amid Manchester United interest, as there's a chance the Foxes can "fend off" prospective buyers.


Successors form an orderly queue, but MS Dhoni is still the leader of IPL pack

It had been trailed as a chance to glimpse the future. An opportunity for India’s potential captains-in-waiting to show their worth. And then the country’s greatest ever leader stole the show to prove old is still gold. Neither Ruturaj Gaikwad or Shubman Gill stood a chance at the Chepauk Stadium on Tuesday night, as the great MS Dhoni farewell tou...


Chelsea co-owners opt to ‘remove’ Boehly at earliest opportunity but return is possible in 2032

Chelsea will reportedly appoint a new chairman at the earliest opportunity after deciding to oust the incumbent, Todd Boehly, though he could return to the role down the line.


Soccer-Leicester Women sack manager Kirk for conduct breach

(Reuters) - Leicester City Women have sacked manager Willie Kirk after an internal investigation found he had breached their code of conduct, the Women's Super League club said on Thursday. British media reported this month that Kirk was under investigation for an alleged relationship with a player. "Following an extensive internal disciplinary process and respecting the club's obligations to


UAE thrash Yemen as 2026 World Cup qualification bid gathers pace

The UAE sealed their spot in the third round of World Cup 2026 qualifying and in the process booked a place at the 2027 Asian Cup by thrashing Yemen 3-0 in Dammam on Tuesday night. With a perfect four wins from four, the UAE are certain of a top-two finish in Group H, with back-to-back wins over Yemen following earlier successes against Nepal and B...


Real Madrid superstar Bellingham has to ‘pinch’ himself at Bernabeu; wants to ‘represent’ fans

Real Madrid superstar Jude Bellingham has admitted he has to "pinch" himself when playing at Wembley and the Bernabeu, and he wants fans to feel like he's "representing them" as a fan himself.


Soccer-Leverkusen will win Bundesliga to end Bayern run - Lahm

By Angelica Medina (Reuters) - Former Bayern Munich captain Philipp Lahm is convinced Bayer Leverkusen, who are seeking their first Bundesliga title, will end the Bavarian team's 11-year hegemony this year. Lahm, a 2014 World Cup winner and now tournament director for Euro 2024, has followed leaders Leverkusen's remarkable unbeaten run this season which has taken them to 70 points, 10 clear of


Luis Rubiales: Spanish prosecutor seeks 2.5-year prison term for Jenni Hermoso kiss

Luis Rubiales could face two-and-a-half years behind bars over his unsolicited kiss on player Jenni Hermoso. A prosecutor at Spain's High Court is seeking a prison sentence for the former Spanish football chief after he kissed female footballer Hermoso following Spain's victory at the Women's World Cup last August. Prosecutor Marta Durantez charged...


Palestinian Paralympian trapped in Gaza says 'doing all we can to survive'

Live updates: Follow the latest news on Israel-Gaza While many Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls are training and competing to secure their places for the Summer Games in Paris, two-time Paralympic medallist Husam Azzam is trapped with his family in the north of Gaza. They are struggling to survive and sheltering in their home, which has been badly d...


Tennis-Medvedev, Sinner set for Miami semi-final showdown

(Reuters) -Jannik Sinner rolled past Tomas Machac 6-4 6-2 on Wednesday to reach the semi-finals of the Miami Open, where he will face Russian Daniil Medvedev in a tantalising rematch of the Australian Open final. Third seed Medvedev booked his place in the last four with a 6-2 7-6(7) win over Nicolas Jarry. Sinner had to fight back from two sets down at Melbourne Park in January to beat Medvedev