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Blundell, Foulkes called up for New Zealand T20 tour of Pakistan
Wicketkeeper Tom Blundell and uncapped all-rounder Zak Foulkes have been added as late call-ups for New Zealand's Twenty20 tour of Pakistan, the side announced Friday.
McIlroy sticks to plan in Masters opening round
Rory McIlroy vowed to bring discipline, patience and a "boring" approach to his bid to win the one major that has eluded him so far and largely kept to that plan with a one-under 71 in Thursday's first round of the Masters.
Ohtani translator charted with stealing over $16 mn from Dodgers star
The former Japanese-language translator for Shohei Ohtani was charged with bank fraud on Thursday for allegedly stealing more than $16 million from the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar to pay off gambling debts.
Tiger set for 23-hole major walking test at hilly Masters
Tiger Woods will have the chance to make Masters history on Friday at Augusta National, if his surgically repaired legs and back can stand the strain of walking 23 holes.
Corach Rambler bids for more National glory, Kitty's Light a fairytale win
A reduced field, due to a safety review, of 34 will contest the world's greatest steeplechase The Grand National on Saturday at Aintree racecourse.
Planes, trains and automobiles take La Rochelle to Leinster Champions Cup re-match
Two-time Champions Cup holders La Rochelle face Leinster in the quarter-finals on Saturday in a re-run of the past two tournament deciders after the French club crossed two continents, used three modes of transport and clocked up more than 21,000km of travel.
Mr. Consistency Scheffler starts Masters in typical fashion
World number one Scottie Scheffler produced another display of his outstanding consistency, shooting a six-under 66 Thursday to end his opening round at the Masters a stroke behind leader Bryson DeChambeau.
DeChambeau fires 65 to lead Scheffler by one at Masters
Bryson DeChambeau reeled off five birdies in six holes on the back nine Thursday to hold off late-charging world number one Scottie Scheffler for a one-stroke lead at the darkness-halted 88th Masters.
DeChambeau leads Scheffler by one at Masters as ill winds swirl
Bryson DeChambeau reeled off five birdies in six holes on the back nine to hold off late-charging world number one Scottie Scheffler for a one-stroke lead at the 88th Masters on Thursday.
Brady 'not opposed' to NFL return for injury S.O.S
Former NFL superstar Tom Brady said Thursday he would consider coming out of retirement if he was approached by a team needing a quarterback in the event of an injury crisis.
DeChambeau, the very modern golfer, finds value in the old truths
A first round of the Masters that began with old-time nostalgia ended with the decidedly modern Bryson DeChambeau on top of the leaderboard after he tamed the Augusta wind with an outstanding demonstration of precision.
Liverpool stunned by Atalanta in Europa League, Leverkusen beat West Ham
Liverpool's hopes of winning the Europa League were left hanging by a thread after they lost 3-0 at home to Atalanta in the first leg of their quarter-final tie on Thursday, while Bayer Leverkusen beat West Ham United to extend their unbeaten record this season.
Ohtani translator case shines light on insatiable gambler
The US Justice Department investigation into Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter has painted a portrait of an insatiable gambler who turns to fraud as the losses pile up.
Liverpool need to 'switch back on' after Europa League flop, says Van Dijk
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk said the Reds must react immediately to a Europa League humbling by Atalanta if they are to keep alive their hopes of winning the Premier League in Jurgen Klopp's final season.
Aston Villa edge closer to rare European silverware
Aston Villa inched closer to a first European trophy in more than four decades with a 2-1 Conference League win over Lille on Thursday.
Mancini gives Roma advantage in Europa League derby with Milan
Gianluca Mancini gave Roma a slender advantage in their Europa League quarter-final with AC Milan after netting the only goal in Thursday's 1-0 win at the San Siro.
DeChambeau seizes command with 65 at Masters as rivals falter
Bryson DeChambeau reeled off five birdies in six holes on the back nine to seize command of the 88th Masters on Thursday while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy struggled in pursuit.
Liverpool on brink of Europa League exit after Atalanta romp at Anfield
Atalanta stunned Anfield as Gianluca Scamacca scored twice in a 3-0 win on Thursday to leave Liverpool with a mountain to climb to reach the Europa League semi-finals.
Hofmann, Boniface shine as Leverkusen strike late to beat West Ham
Jonas Hofmann and Victor Boniface scored after coming off the bench as Bayer Leverkusen beat West Ham 2-0 at home on Thursday in their Europa League quarter-final first leg.
Five-wicket Bumrah wrecks RCB as Mumbai seal easy IPL win
Jasprit Bumrah took five wickets to wreck Royal Challengers Bengaluru's innings before two sharp fifties by Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav sealed an easy seven-wicket win for Mumbai Indians in the IPL on Thursday.
DeChambeau grabs early Masters lead as Scheffler, McIlroy chase history
Bryson DeChambeau seized the early lead of the 88th Masters on Thursday while top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy battled in a showcase group.
Bumrah 5-21 wrecks RCB before SKY seals easy Mumbai IPL win
Jasprit Bumrah took five wickets to wreck Royal Challengers Bengaluru innings before two sharp fifties by Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav sealed an easy seven wicket win for Mumbai Indians Thursday.
Bilbao rejoices as Athletic parade Copa del Rey trophy on boat
Athletic Bilbao fans flooded the streets of their city on Thursday to celebrate the team's Copa del Rey triumph, their first major trophy for 40 years, paraded down the Nervion river on a boat.
Scheffler, McIlroy chase history as six share Masters lead
Bryson DeChambeau was among six players to share the early lead on Thursday at the 88th Masters as top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy teed off in a showcase group.
French diver wants 'no slip-ups' at football match kick-off
French Olympic diver Alexis Jandard will take part in a ceremonial kick-off at a football game this weekend, just days after unwittingly becoming a social media sensation when he embarrassingly slipped and bounced off a diving board in front of President Emmanuel Macron.
'I am here to stay' - Alonso extends Aston deal
Fernando Alonso on Thursday pledged his future to Aston Martin, dashing any thoughts of the two-time former champion replacing Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes next season.
Djokovic, Sinner into Monte Carlo quarters as Medvedev rages
Novak Djokovic avenged last year's Monte Carlo Masters defeat by Lorenzo Musetti to reach the quarter-finals Thursday along with Jannik Sinner, while Daniil Medvedev launched into a furious tirade during his defeat.
Golf great Watson tells rival tour players to push for unity
Eight-time major winner Tom Watson said Thursday he made an emotional appeal for unity among golf's rival factions at the Masters' Champions Dinner, telling players they needed to re-unite.
Namibian sprinter Mboma to launch comeback in Kenya
Namibian Olympic 200m silver medallist Christine Mboma will launch her track comeback at the Kip Keino Classic in Kenya on April 20 after a 20-month absence, organisers said Thursday.
Australia's Smith signs with Major League Cricket's Freedom
Australian batsman Steve Smith said Thursday he has signed to play for Major League Cricket's Washington Freedom when the US T20 series begins its second season in July.
Sir Gino brings winning smile back to Henderson's face
Nicky Henderson glimpsed "light at the end of the tunnel" as after drawing a blank at the Cheltenham Festival for the first time in 16 years the English trainer's Sir Gino won on the opening day of the Grand National meeting on Thursday.
TV pundit axed for 'classist' comment about Barca starlet Yamal
Former Atletico Madrid assistant manager and pundit German Burgos was sacked by his television network Thursday after an offensive comment aimed at Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal.
O.J. Simpson, former NFL star acquitted of murder, dead at 76
O.J. Simpson, the NFL Hall of Famer whose 1995 acquittal in the so-called "trial of the century" for the brutal murders of his ex-wife and a male friend gripped the world, has died, his family announced Thursday. He was 76.
Djokovic into Monte Carlo quarters as Medvedev rages in defeat
Novak Djokovic avenged last year's Monte Carlo Masters defeat by Lorenzo Musetti to reach the quarter-finals Thursday, while Daniil Medvedev launched into an angry tirade during his defeat.
'Disappointed' Van Aert out of Giro d'Italia
Belgian rider Wout van Aert said on Thursday he was "disappointed" to miss this year's Giro d'Italia due to the injuries suffered during last month's Around Flanders crash.
Dyche urges Everton to 'pull together' after fresh points penalty
Sean Dyche has urged Everton to "pull together" after a second points deduction this season plunged his team deeper into relegation danger.
Masters begins after delay as Scheffler, McIlroy chase history
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Rory McIlroy were set for a dream afternoon pairing at the 88th Masters, which began Thursday after rainy weather delayed the start by two and one-half hours.
Premier League to introduce semi-automated offside technology
The Premier League will introduce semi-automated offside technology next season in the hope of reducing the time it takes to make VAR decisions.
Furious Medvedev knocked out by Khachanov in Monte Carlo
Daniil Medvedev launched into another angry tirade against the officiating at the Monte Carlo Masters on Wednesday as he was beaten 6-3, 7-5 in the third round by Karen Khachanov.