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Upstart Spain confront seasoned France for spot in Euros final
Luis de la Fuente's Spain are the form team of Euro 2024 but face tournament specialists France in Tuesday's semi-final in Munich.
'Face of Indian boxing' defied taunts to dream of Olympic glory
Nikhat Zareen defied taunts to succeed Mary Kom as the face of Indian boxing and now wants to add an Olympic medal to her growing list of achievements.
Fear of heights can't deter diver Rousseau from Olympic family quest
Australian world champion diver Cassiel Rousseau admits to a fear of heights, but it won't stop him trying to emulate his French grandfather by winning an Olympic gold medal.
From Koeman's free-kick to Euro 96: Five Netherlands v England clashes
The Netherlands and England meet in the last four of Euro 2024 on Wednesday with both teams eyeing a place in this weekend's final in Berlin.
Key battles as England face Netherlands in Euro 2024 semi-final
England take on the Netherlands on Wednesday in Dortmund in a Euro 2024 semi-final clash, bidding to lift a major trophy for the first time since the 1966 World Cup.
Gunning for the Games: Yemeni shooter Yasameen Al-Raimi trains without a range
Standing by the faded blue wall of an empty sports hall in Sanaa, Yasameen Al-Raimi raises her air pistol and pauses, studying the target 10 metres away.
'Grinding' England hope for spark against Netherlands in Euros semi
England manager Gareth Southgate has led his country to a third semi-final in four major tournaments but ahead of Wednesday's last-four showdown against the Netherlands at Euro 2024, critics of the Three Lions' boring football are mounting.
Sinner, Alcaraz eye Wimbledon semi-finals, Sun targets history
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will attempt to set up a blockbuster Wimbledon semi-final on Tuesday, confirming their status as the pathfinders of tennis's next generation.
Yousofi to represent 'stolen dreams' of Afghan women at Olympics
Kimia Yousofi says she will be representing "the stolen dreams and aspirations" of all Afghan women after being unveiled Tuesday as one of the nation's six-person team for the Paris Olympics.
Largest refugee team to compete at Paris Paralympics
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) on Tuesday unveiled a nine-member refugee team for the upcoming Games in Paris.
Marsch and Canada eye chance of 'special victory' vs Argentina
Canada face one of the biggest games in their football history when they take on world champions Argentina in the Copa America semi-finals on Tuesday with coach Jesse Marsch eyeing a "special victory".
Djokovic cruises at Wimbledon, Zverev crashes
Novak Djokovic demolished Holger Rune on Monday to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals, staying on track for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam as Taylor Fritz stunned fourth seed Alexander Zverev.
Bradley named US 2025 Ryder Cup captain after Woods snub
Keegan Bradley was named captain of the United States team for the 2025 Ryder Cup on Monday, taking over the position after Tiger Woods reportedly turned down the role.
Djokovic blasts fans' 'disrespect' after reaching 60th Slam quarter-final
Novak Djokovic accused Wimbledon fans of "disrespect" in a withering on-court tirade after reaching a 60th Grand Slam quarter-final and 15th at the All England Club on Monday.
Fritz roars back to end 'one leg' Zverev's Wimbledon hopes
Alexander Zverev said he was "on one leg today" after Taylor Fritz mounted a stirring comeback from two sets down to dump the fourth seed out of Wimbledon.
Spanish international Alcantara hangs up his boots
Spanish international midfielder Thiago Alcantara announced his retirement on Monday at the age of 33, through a message on his social networks.
Spain have 'blind faith' despite 'genius' Mbappe, says de la Fuente
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has "blind faith" in his side despite taking on France and their "one of a kind" Kylian Mbappe in Tuesday's Euro 2024 semi-final.
De Minaur wants to be 'honorary Brit' in Wimbledon title push
Australia's Alex de Minaur reached his first Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday and said he would be happy to take on the mantle of "honorary Brit" to help inspire him to a maiden Grand Slam title.
Djokovic targets Wimbledon quarters, Zverev crumbles
Novak Djokovic faces a stiff challenge in his quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam on Monday after Taylor Fritz powered back from two sets down to end Alexander Zverev's Wimbledon campaign.
French decathlete Mayer battles to be fit for Paris Olympics
France's world decathlon record holder Kevin Mayer faces a race against time to be fit for his home Paris Olympics after picking up a serious leg injury.
Fritz roars back to end Zverev's Wimbledon hopes
Taylor Fritz mounted a stirring comeback from two sets down to dump fourth seed Alexander Zverev out of Wimbledon on Monday, winning their fourth-round match 4-6, 6-7 (4/7), 6-4, 7-6 (7/3), 6-3.
Dortmund sign Germany defender Anton from Stuttgart until 2028
Borussia Dortmund have signed Waldemar Anton from Stuttgart until 2028, filling their vacant centre-back spot after the departure of veteran Mats Hummels.
Tearful Svitolina wears black ribbon at Wimbledon after Ukraine hospital attack
Ukraine's Elina Svitolina wore a black ribbon and broke down in tears as she made the Wimbledon quarter-finals on Monday, hours after a Russian missile barrage killed 36 people and ripped open a children's hospital in Kyiv.
Tour de France: Three things to watch out for in week two
A pulsating first week at the Tour de France reignited the infernal struggle for the title between old foes Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogacar with a fresh-faced Remco Evenepoel muddying the waters.
'Boring' France back struggling attack to fire against Spain
France coach Didier Deschamps hit back at allegations his side had reached Tuesday's Euro 2024 semi-final against Spain playing "boring" football despite failing to score a goal from open play.
Shaw fit and ready to repay Southgate's faith at Euro 2024
Luke Shaw said he is ready to repay the faith shown in him by England manager Gareth Southgate after overcoming injury problems to feature at Euro 2024.
Djokovic targets Wimbledon quarters, Svitolina pays tribute to Ukrainian victims
Novak Djokovic faces a stiff challenge in his quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam on Monday as Elina Svitolina broke down in tears on court at Wimbledon following a deadly barrage of Russian strikes on her native Ukraine.
Painful finish as De Minaur reaches first Wimbledon quarter-final
Australia's Alex de Minaur reached his first Wimbledon quarter-final on Monday with a four-set win over Arthur Fils of France although he ended the match grimacing with pain.
Ireland hooker Sheehan ruled out of second Springboks Test
Ireland hooker Dan Sheehan will miss the second Test against world champions South Africa in Durban on Saturday, a member of the touring party told AFP on Monday.
Holder has 'renewed energy' for England after Windies' success in Australia
West Indies all-rounder Jason Holder heads into this week's first Test against England at Lord's buoyed by the success the team achieved without him in Australia earlier this year.
New Chelsea boss Maresca wants to get fans onside
New Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca said it was vital to rebuild the connection between the club and fans following a tumultuous two years at Stamford Bridge.
Dupont confirmed in France Sevens squad for Paris Olympics
France rugby captain Antoine Dupont will go in search of Olympic gold later this month after being named on Monday in the 12-man rugby sevens squad for the Paris games by the French Rugby Federation (FFR).
England great Anderson 'at peace' with Test retirement
England great James Anderson said Monday he had come to terms with his impending Test retirement even though he feels he is bowling as well as ever as his 42nd birthday approaches.
British Grand Prix - three things we learned
Seven days after lamenting the failings of others in Austria, McLaren boss Andrea Stella was left admitting his own team’s mistakes in the wake of Lewis Hamilton’s long-awaited and emotional triumph at the British Grand Prix on Sunday.
Djokovic predicts Wimbledon 'fireworks', Zverev targets quarters
Novak Djokovic on Monday faces his biggest challenge so far at Wimbledon in his quest for a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam as Alexander Zverev targets his first quarter-final at the All England Club.
England great Anderson 'proud' of longevity as Test exit looms
James Anderson said Monday he was "most proud" of his endurance as a Test bowler as he prepares for his farewell match with England after a career spanning two decades.
Vingegaard scoffs at Pogacar 'scared' slur, eyes third Tour de France win
Defending champion Jonas Vingegaard on Monday dismissed Tadej Pogacar's assertion he had been "scared" on their pulsating stage 9 gravel roads struggle where the Visma man sat on the challenger's wheel at every attack.
France in turmoil as it prepares to 'host the world' for Olympics
France has been plunged into political turmoil three weeks before hosting the Olympics, making it hard to know who will be in key government positions when the Games open on July 26.
England Euros semi against Dutch a 'Premier League style' clash
Netherlands defender Micky van de Ven expects the Euro 2024 semi-final against England on Wednesday to be a Premier League-type clash.