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World No.2 Rybakina retires from Cincinnati clash with Swiatek
World number two Elena Rybakina had to quit her quarter-final at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters, retiring while trailing Iga Swiatek 4-1 in the opening set on Thursday.
McIlroy bounces back to share BMW Championship lead
Rory McIlroy fired an impressive six-under par 64 to headline a five-way tie for the lead on Thursday at the BMW Championship, the second event of the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup playoffs.
Cobolli fueled by candy in sweet defeat of Paul
Flavio Cobolli advanced to the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Thursday with a 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over Tommy Paul, gobbling down a handful of sweets for an unorthodox boost midway through the match.
Pogacar eyes 'missing' piece ahead of Vuelta return
Tadej Pogacar said on Thursday that winning the Vuelta a Espana would fulfil one of the few major ambitions left in his career as he prepares to start the race for the first time in seven years.
Pegula hangs on to dispatch Anisimova, reach Cincinnati semi-finals
World number three Jessica Pegula extended her dominance over Amanda Anisimova on Thursday, beating her fellow American 6-4, 2-6, 7-6 (7/4) to reach the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters semi-finals.
Ronaldinho returns in search of 'beautiful' 300th goal
Former Brazil star Ronaldinho, who retired from the game in 2015, said on Thursday that he was making a comeback 11 years later with Italian third-division side Ravenna to try and score "a 300th goal".
Former NBA MVP Harden reportedly set to return to Cavaliers
Former NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers, his agents told ESPN on Thursday.
Duplantis edges Karalis to win Lausanne Diamond League pole vault
Pole vault world record holder Armand Duplantis edged a gripping battle with his Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis to win the Diamond League competition in Lausanne on Thursday with a jump of 6.21 metres.
Brook makes Pakistan pay for drop as England dominate first Test
Harry Brook punished Pakistan for dropping him at the start of his innings Thursday with a quickfire 91 that strengthened England's grip on the first Test at Headingley.
Alcaraz to return for US Open title defence
Carlos Alcaraz announced on Thursday that he will return at the US Open to defend his title after recovering from a wrist injury that has sidelined him for the past four months.
Newcastle boss Jaissle unfazed by lack of respect
Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle insists he doesn't care about the lack of respect for his team ahead of the new Premier League season.
US Open purse to top $100 mn as Grand Slams form player council
The US Open purse will top $100 million for the first time, a 20% increase on last year's $85 million that the US Tennis Association no doubt hopes will quiet the kind of protests over player compensation that erupted at the French Open and Wimbledon.
Carrick insists Man Utd will make more signings after quiet transfer window
Michael Carrick expects Manchester United's Premier League title challenge to be bolstered by new signings after his side were linked with a move for Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.
Hull aim to silence critics after unexpected promotion to Premier League
Hull manager Sergej Jakirovic vowed to silence his club's critics after they were labelled relegation certainties ahead of their return to the Premier League.
Pakistan hit back against England after Cox and Root fifties
Pakistan dismissed Jordan Cox and Joe Root to give themselves renewed hope in the first Test against England at Headingley on Thursday.
Kenya's Kipyegon ends season with hamstring injury
Kenyan middle-distance star Faith Kipyegon has ended her season due to a hamstring injury and will miss next month's inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Hungary.
Wang downs Sindhu to break Indian hearts at badminton worlds
China's world number three Wang Zhi Yi overcame severe cramps to down Indian star P.V. Sindhu and reach the quarter-finals of the badminton world championships on Thursday.
German football fans plan widespread VAR protests
German football club fan groups are planning to launch widespread protests over VAR technology during the first round of German Cup matches this weekend.
Alonso won't confirm Fernandez will remain at Chelsea after Man City link
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso refused to reveal if Enzo Fernandez wants to remain at Stamford Bridge after the Argentina midfielder was strongly linked with Manchester City.
Newly-crowned European champ Werro turns focus on 800m record
Newly-crowned European 800m champion Audrey Werro will turn her attention from her stunning triumph in Birmingham last week to athletics' oldest world record on home soil in Lausanne on Friday.
Hamilton 'fittest ever' as he chases eighth F1 title
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said Thursday he had spent the summer break training not partying, in the best shape of his life as he chases another title.
Arteta confirms Arsenal want to sign defender after Konsa link
Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal want to sign a defender and are "active" in the transfer market after reports the Premier League champions have agreed to a deal for Aston Villa centre-back Ezri Konsa.
Barca seal Cancelo return to bolster defence
Barcelona have signed defender Joao Cancelo on a free transfer, the Spanish champions said Thursday.
Spurs eyeing move for Man City's Savinho and Marmoush - reports
Tottenham Hotspur are in talks with Manchester City to sign forwards Savinho and Omar Marmoush from their Premier League rivals, British media outlets reported Thursday.
Alvarez 'focused' says new Atletico team-mate Romero
New Atletico Madrid defender Cristian Romero said Thursday he sees his teammate and Argentina compatriot Julian Alvarez as "really focused" and "eager to keep scoring goals" despite his attempt to leave the club.
Springboks captain Kolisi to miss first All Blacks Test
South Africa captain Siya Kolisi will miss the first Test against New Zealand in Johannesburg on Saturday as he recovers from a hamstring injury.
West Ham warn fans about 'offensive' Solomon chant
English Championship club West Ham have warned fans not to sing an "offensive and divisive" chant about winger Manor Solomon that was heard during their season-opening game against Burnley.
From beach to Bulls: relaxed Tsunoda savours rare F1 drive
Japanese Formula One driver Yuki Tsunoda was relaxing on the beach when he got the call he had been "dying" for: the reserve Red Bull driver was back on the grid.
Max Verstappen: Natural-born winner
Max Verstappen can be abrasive and is not to everyone's taste but there's no doubt that everyone is in awe of the Dutchman's talent behind the wheel.
Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for 'unacceptable' season
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has challenged his side to make amends for their "unacceptable" performances last season.
All Blacks replace Tuipulotu with Holland for Springboks Test
New Zealand have made one change to the team that beat Ireland last month for the first of four Tests against world champions South Africa on Saturday in Johannesburg.
Rain delays start of second day's play in England-Pakistan opener
England's bid to strengthen their grip on the first Test against Pakistan was halted by bad weather as rain delayed the scheduled 1000 GMT start of the second day's play at Headingley on Thursday.