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McIlroy confident in game, silent on divorce, 'ready to play' PGA
Rory McIlroy was silent about his divorce plans but confident in his golf game Wednesday at the PGA Championship, where he seeks his first major triumph in a decade.
Premier League clubs to vote on scrapping VAR
Premier League clubs will be given the chance to scrap VAR from next season when they vote on the controversial review system at their annual general meeting next month.
ICC 'excited' as cricket's newest stadium launched in New York
The newly-built Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, near New York, was launched on Wednesday with the sport's world body "excited" to conquer new territories through the T20 World Cup in June.
Milan claims Giro stage double as Pogacar retains lead
Jonathan Milan claimed his second win at this year's Giro d'Italia after taking the honours at Wednesday's 11th stage in a messy bunch sprint.
Aberg will wear knee brace but Masters runner-up ready for PGA
Sixth-ranked Ludvig Aberg, coming off a runner-up Masters finish in his major debut, has no worries about a lingering knee issue when the 106th PGA Championship tees off Thursday.
'Best ever' tennis takes outsider Tabilo to Rome Open semis
Alejandro Tabilo hailed the best tennis of his career on Wednesday after his fairytale run at the Rome Open continued to the semi-finals with a straight-sets win over China's Zhang Zhizhen.
Second stage win for Milan as Pogacar retains lead in Giro d'Italia
Italy's Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek) won the 11th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Wednesday in a messy bunch sprint in Francavilla al Mare, on the shores of the Adriatic Sea.
Outsider Tabilo makes Rome Open semis, Sabalenka breezes into last four
Alejandro Tabilo's fairytale run at the Rome Open will continue to the semi-finals after Novak Djokovic's vanquisher beat China's unseeded Zhang Zhizhen 6-3, 6-4 on Wednesday, while Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the women's last four.
How hunting may have turned humans into long-distance runners
Researchers have discovered hundreds of historical accounts of humans hunting prey by chasing them down over long distances, which some believe is why we evolved our unique talent for endurance running.
Head injury charity criticises Ederson substitution delay
A brain injury charity has questioned why Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson was not replaced immediately following his collision with Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero.
UEFA tells Man City's owners to reduce stake in Champions League-bound Girona
City Football Group, the parent company of Manchester City, must reduce its stake in Girona if the Spanish club is to be allowed to compete in next season's Champions League, UEFA said on Wednesday.
Van der Poel opts for road race at Olympics ahead of mountain bikes
Dual world champion Mathieu van der Poel announced on Wednesday that he would not be competing in the mountain bike event at the Olympic Games in Paris this summer, prefering to focus on his bid to win gold in the road event instead.
Sabalenka breezes past Ostapenko and into Rome Open semis
Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the semi-finals of the Rome Open on Wednesday after comfortably defeating Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4.
Semenya hopes 'important day' at European rights court paves way for non-discrimination
Caster Semenya said Wednesday's hearing at the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) into whether the double Olympic champion can be required to lower her testosterone levels to compete was an "important day" as her costly legal marathon entered its last lap.
Haaland tells Man City to 'relax' ahead of title race finale
Erling Haaland has urged his Manchester City teammates to "relax" after they closed in on making English football history with a 2-0 win away to Tottenham Hotspur.
Albon signs new multi-year F1 contract with Williams
Alex Albon has committed his long-term future to Williams after it was announced Wednesday he had signed a "multi-year" contract extension with the British Formula One team.
Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll
Jalen Brunson was back to his best on Tuesday as the New York Knicks dominated the Indiana Pacers 121-91 to take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semi-final Game 5.
Clark struggles in WNBA debut defeat
Women's basketball sensation Caitlin Clark scored 20 points but gave up 10 turnovers on a tough WNBA debut as her Indiana Fever team fell to a 92-71 loss to the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday.
Brunson and Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers
Jalen Brunson was back to his best on Tuesday as the New York Knicks dominated the Indiana Pacers 121-91 to take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semi-final Game 5.
Clark top scores but gives up 10 turnovers in WNBA debut defeat
Women's basketball sensation Caitlin Clark scored 20 points but gave up 10 turnovers on a tough WNBA debut as her Indiana Fever team fell to a 92-71 loss to the Connecticut Sun on Tuesday.
Oleksandr Usyk: looking for heavyweight legacy on the Fury road
Oleksandr Usyk may be the reigning WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO heavyweight world champion but to many the Ukrainian is the underdog going into Saturday's long-awaited unifying title fight with Tyson Fury in Riyadh.
Tyson Fury: the 'Gypsy King' of the ring riddled with contradictions
While the rest of the boxing world is drooling in anticipation of a genuine heavyweight world title fight that will unify the division for the first time in over 20 years, Tyson Fury insists Saturday's match-up with Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh is all about the money.
New dad Scheffler, divorcing McIlroy add emotion to PGA drama
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler ends a three-week layoff at the PGA Championship with plans to use a back-up caddie Saturday while second-ranked Rory McIlroy will compete after a shock divorce filing.
Man City do feel the tension of title race, says Guardiola
Manchester City will be affected by the nerves of going for a fourth consecutive Premier League title on Sunday, said Pep Guardiola despite his side's experience.
Postecoglou 'misread' Spurs' fans desperation to deny Arsenal title
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou said the foundations he has built at the club are "fragile" after many fans took glee in their 2-0 defeat to Manchester City, which could deny north London rivals Arsenal the Premier League title.
No.1 new dad Scheffler enjoying life but strives for more at PGA
In a rare moment of reflection, Scottie Scheffler looked at his wife, his newborn son and his Masters winner green jacket and enjoyed a special satisfied feeling.
Bellingham, Vinicius shine as champions Madrid smash Alaves
Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior inspired runaway Spanish champions Real Madrid to a 5-0 rout of Alaves on Tuesday.
Man City can 'make history' with fourth consecutive Premier League: Rodri
Rodri said Manchester City are ready to rewrite the record books once more by becoming the first side to win four consecutive English top-flight titles after a 2-0 win at Tottenham on Tuesday.
Ohtani interpreter appears in court over $17 mn fraud
Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter appeared in court in California on Tuesday on charges of illegally transferring nearly $17 million from the baseball star's bank account to pay off gambling debts.
Haaland double puts Man City on brink of Premier League history
Erling Haaland scored twice to settle Manchester City's nerves as the Premier League champions beat Tottenham 2-0 to take a giant step towards a historic fourth consecutive English title on Tuesday.
Rahm says he's not slumping despite winless LIV start
Just because Jon Rahm has not won a title since last year's Masters does not mean the world number five from Spain is struggling as he prepares for the PGA Championship.
Spieth tries again for career Grand Slam with PGA victory
Jordan Spieth enters the 106th PGA Championship seeking a victory that would complete a career Grand Slam, bring a fourth career major title and snap a two-year win drought.
Top-ranked Scheffler paired with major winners at PGA Championship
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler will join fellow reigning major champions Brian Harman and Wyndham Clark for the first two rounds of the PGA Championship while second-ranked Rory McIlroy joins Justin Rose and Dustin Johnson.
Defending champion Medvedev out as Swiatek cruises in Rome Open
Daniil Medvedev's Rome Open title defence came to an early end on Tuesday after the world number four was knocked out at the last-16 stage by Tommy Paul, while Iga Swiatek cruised into the women's semi-finals.
McIlroy files for divorce from wife Erica
Rory McIlroy has filed for divorce from wife Erica, submitting the documents on Monday in Florida to end their marriage after just over seven years, his communications team announced on Tuesday.
Stubbs gives Delhi IPL play-off hope with win in last league match
Fiery fifties from Abishek Porel and Tristan Stubbs helped Delhi Capitals sign off their IPL league phase on a high as they beat Lucknow Super Giants by 19 runs on Tuesday.
Medvedev's Rome Open title defence ended by USA's Paul
Daniil Medvedev's Rome Open title defence came to an end at the last-16 stage on Tuesday after the world number four was knocked out in straight sets by Tommy Paul, 6-1, 6-4.
World No.2 McIlroy files for divorce from wife Erica: report
Rory McIlroy has filed for divorce from wife Erica, submitting the documents on Monday in Florida to end their marriage after just over seven years, celebrity website TMZ reported Tuesday.
Tiger 'still talking' about US 2025 Ryder Cup captain's job
Tiger Woods remains in talks with PGA of America about being captain of the 2025 US Ryder Cup team, but wonders if he has time for the job's responsibilities.