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Buttler and Dawson star as England beat West Indies in T20 opener
Jos Buttler produced a captain's innings in his first T20 appearance since giving up the post as he and the recalled Liam Dawson guided England to a 21-run victory over the West Indies in a series opener at Chester-le-Street on Friday.
Alcaraz set for 'great' French Open final against Sinner after Musetti abandons
Carlos Alcaraz promised a spectacular Roland Garros final against top seed Jannik Sinner after the reigning champion advanced past an injured Lorenzo Musetti in the last four on Friday.
Bromell scorches 100m as Chebet shines at Rome Diamond League
American Trayvon Bromell set the fastest time over the 100m this season as he won the Rome Diamond League in 9.84 seconds on Friday.
Sinner ends Djokovic record bid, to face Alcaraz in French Open final
Jannik Sinner battled past Novak Djokovic in a gripping French Open semi-final on Friday to book a first Grand Slam final meeting with reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz after the Spaniard saw off Lorenzo Musetti.
Italy thrashed by Norway as Belgium held in World Cup qualifying
Italy crashed to a 3-0 loss away to Norway as the four-time champions made a disastrous start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign Friday, while Belgium had to settle for a draw in North Macedonia.
'Overrated' Haliburton having last laugh after latest winner
Two months after being named the NBA's "most overrated player" in an anonymous poll of his peers, Tyrese Haliburton is having the last laugh.
Sinner sets up Alcaraz French Open final with victory over Djokovic
Jannik Sinner will face Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open final after ending Novak Djokovic's latest tilt at a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title in the last four on Friday.
Italy's Jorginho joins Flamengo after Arsenal exit
Brazil-born Italy international Jorginho has signed for Flamengo ahead of the Club World Cup next week following his departure from Premier League side Arsenal.
England's Woakes in the wickets against India A as Rahul hits a hundred
England's Chris Woakes took three top-order India A wickets in Northampton on Friday to bolster his case for a Test recall later this month.
Suns name Ott as new head coach
The Phoenix Suns named Jordan Ott as their new head coach on Friday following the sacking of Mike Budenholzer.
Tuchel urges tired England to find 'energy' in Andorra qualifier
Thomas Tuchel insists England should not be expected to thrash Andorra when they face the minnows in Saturday's World Cup qualifier after a gruelling season.
Alcaraz set for 'great' French Open final after advancing past injured Musetti
Carlos Alcaraz is anticipating a blockbuster Roland Garros final against either top seed Jannik Sinner or 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic after the reigning champion advanced past an injured Lorenzo Musetti in the last four on Friday.
Defiant Postecoglou proud of Spurs reign despite sacking
Ange Postecoglou insisted he was proud of his turbulent Tottenham reign despite being sacked on Friday as the Australian claimed he had defied the odds by ending the club's trophy drought.
'Too much risk': Musetti forced to abandon French Open semi-final
Italian eighth seed Lorenzo Musetti said he was "really sad and disappointed" after a thigh injury put paid to his French Open semi-final with reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz on Friday.
Minnie Hauk wins Epsom Oaks for dominant O'Brien
Minnie Hauk came out on top in a duel with stablemate Whirl to win the Epsom Oaks on Friday, giving trainer Aidan O'Brien his 11th win in the fillies' Classic.
Postecoglou sacked by Spurs despite ending trophy drought
Ange Postecoglou was sacked as Tottenham manager on Friday, just 16 days after the Australian ended the club's 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League.
Alcaraz reaches French Open final, Sinner to face Djokovic
Reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz reached the French Open final as Lorenzo Musetti retired injured from their last-four tie on Friday, ahead of world number one Jannik Sinner's clash with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic.
Reigning champion Alcaraz into French Open final as Musetti retires
Carlos Alcaraz took his Roland Garros title defence all the way as he booked his spot in the final after eighth seed Lorenzo Musetti retired injured in the fourth set of their semi-final on Friday.
Roma unveil 'right man' Gasperini as new coach
Gian Piero Gasperini was unveiled as new coach of Italian side Roma on Friday after nine hugely successful years at the helm of Atalanta.
Indian police detain four after deadly cricket stampede
Indian police Friday detained four people including a senior executive at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, after 11 fans were crushed to death during celebrations for the team's first IPL title.
World's top two clash for French Open crown as Sabalenka faces Gauff
World number one Aryna Sabalenka targets a French Open title that would "mean the world" in a tantalising final against second-ranked Coco Gauff at Roland Garros on Saturday.
Sinner faces Djokovic as reigning champion Alcaraz eyes French Open final
World number one Jannik Sinner locks horns with 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic in the French Open semi-finals Friday, as Carlos Alcaraz tries to keep his title defence on track against Lorenzo Musetti.
Beckham to be awarded knighthood by King Charles: reports
David Beckham will be awarded a knighthood by King Charles III next week in recognition of his football career and his charity work, reports said Friday.
Crusaders thump Reds to book Super Rugby semifinal spot
The Canterbury Crusaders are through to the Super Rugby Pacific semifinals after a 32-12 victory over the Queensland Reds on Friday.
Uzbekistan coach says historic World Cup spot for 'our entire people'
Uzbekistan's coach said "this victory belongs to all of us" after steering the Central Asian nation to the World Cup for the first time in their history.
Canada, US, Mexico brace for World Cup extravaganza
The largest and most complex World Cup in history kicks off in just over a year's time, with the United States, Canada and Mexico co-hosting the football extravaganza against a backdrop of political tension triggered by Donald Trump.
Indian police arrest two after deadly cricket stampede: reports
Indian police have arrested two people including a senior executive at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, reports said Friday, after 11 fans were crushed to death during celebrations for the team's maiden IPL title.
China fans savage team again after latest World Cup flop
Fed-up Chinese football fans and pundits expressed dismay Friday after the country's World Cup dreams were torpedoed following a crushing qualifying defeat in Indonesia.
SGA says Thunder have what it takes to rebound from game one heartbreaker
Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander said the Thunder must stick to the principles that made them the best team in the NBA regular season as they seek to bounce back from a devastating loss to Indiana in game one of the NBA Finals.
South Korea turn focus to 2026 after sealing World Cup spot
Coach Hong Myung-bo immediately turned his thoughts to next year's World Cup in North America after South Korea secured qualification following a turbulent campaign.
Haliburton's last-second shot lifts Pacers over Thunder in NBA Finals
Indiana's Tyrese Haliburton sank the game-winning basket in the final second to give the Pacers a stunning 111-110 fightback victory over Oklahoma City in Thursday's opening game of the NBA Finals.
'Backs to the Wall' for surfing's cancer survivor Flores
Jeremy Flores faced numerous challenges in the water as he carved himself a hugely successful surfing career but nothing prepared the Frenchman for the tumultuous months that followed his retirement in 2021.