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Russell says Hamilton exit will give Mercedes fresh start
George Russell believes Mercedes can start with "a fresh sheet of paper" without Lewis Hamilton and says their relationship has improved since his Ferrari-bound team-mate announced he is leaving after this season.
Sainz wants future sorted 'sooner rather than later'
Carlos Sainz said Thursday that he wanted his Formula One future to be sorted out "sooner rather than later" as he prepares to leave Ferrari at the end of the season.
Hamilton says Vettel would be 'amazing option' for Mercedes
Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton said Thursday that he would love to see Sebastian Vettel return to Formula One, describing the four-time world champion as an "amazing option" for Mercedes.
Verstappen 'very happy' at Red Bull but could quit F1 in 2028
Triple world champion Max Verstappen reiterated on Thursday that he could walk away from Formula One when his Red Bull contract expires in 2028, but insisted he was "very happy" at the team.
Ohtani blasts first homer for Dodgers in Giants sweep
Shohei Ohtani smashed his first home run for the Los Angeles Dodgers to help seal a series sweep of the San Francisco Giants with a 5-4 victory on Wednesday.
Philippines Olympics gold winner Diaz to keep lifting as Paris dream ends
Hidilyn Diaz, the first and only Olympic gold medallist from the Philippines, vowed Thursday to continue in weightlifting just hours after failing to qualify for a fifth consecutive Games.
Japan to host MLB season-opener next year: baseball commissioner
The opening games of next year's US Major League Baseball season will be held in Japan on March 19 and 20, the Japanese baseball commissioner said.
Celtics clinch NBA playoff home edge by silencing Thunder
The Boston Celtics clinched the NBA's best record this season and a home-court advantage throughout the NBA playoffs on Wednesday with a 135-100 blowout over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Kolisi backs 'amazing' Dupont at fly-half in Champions Cup last 16
Racing 92's quest for a first Champions Cup title faces the hurdle of five-time winners Toulouse in the last 16 on Sunday, with Siya Kolisi's three-time runners-up expected to face France superstar Antoine Dupont in the unusual position of fly-half.
Miami, without Messi, falls 2-1 in first leg to Monterrey
Inter Miami, without Lionel Messi, lost 2-1 at home to Mexico's Monterrey in the first leg of their CONCACAF Champions Cup quarter-final on Wednesday with Argentine Jorge Rodriguez scoring a superb 89th-minute winner.
Kim sets the pace at LPGA Match Play after early birdie binge
Kim Sei-young birdied six of the first 10 holes on her way to a six-under par 66, grabbing a one-stroke lead after Wednesday's opening day of the LPGA Match Play tournament.
Eight ejected in brawl to open NHL Rangers win over Devils
A line brawl sparked the start of the NHL-best New York Rangers' home game against the rival New Jersey Devils on Wednesday, with 10 skaters fighting and eight of them ejected.
Messi misses Miami's Champions Cup quarter-final
Lionel Messi was forced to sit out Inter Miami's CONCACAF Champions Cup quarter-final first leg with Mexico's Monterrey on Wednesday as he continues to be sidelined by a hamstring injury.
McIlroy works with Harmon ahead of final Masters tuneup
Rory McIlroy said a lesson with veteran instructor Butch Harmon was a "really worthwhile trip" as he prepares for next week's Masters and another chance to complete a career grand slam.
Bills deal star receiver Diggs to Texans for draft pick
Stefon Diggs, a 1,000-yard wide receiver in each of the past six NFL seasons, was traded by the Buffalo Bills on Wednesday to the Houston Texans, the Bills announced.
Two-time major winner Thomas splits with caddie Mackay
Two-time major champion Justin Thomas announced on Wednesday that he has split with veteran caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay, barely a week before he is set to tee off at the Masters.
Foden hits hat-trick as Man City crush Aston Villa
Phil Foden shone in the absence of Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne as the England international's hat-trick handed Manchester City a thumping 4-1 win over Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Mbappe strike takes PSG through to French Cup final
Kylian Mbappe had a penalty saved but then scored the only goal of the game as Paris Saint-Germain beat Rennes 1-0 in the last four of the French Cup on Wednesday to set up a final showdown against Lyon.
Wirtz hits double as Leverkusen reach German Cup final
Florian Wirtz scored goals in each half as Bayer Leverkusen thrashed Fortuna Duesseldorf 4-0 at home on Wednesday to reach the German Cup final for the fifth time.
Arsenal cruise past Luton to return to Premier League summit
Arsenal coasted to a 2-0 win over struggling Luton on Wednesday to dislodge Liverpool from the top of the Premier League table, once again edging ahead in a thrilling three-way title tussle.
US football magnate Textor to face trial in Brazil
US football magnate John Textor will be tried by Brazil's top court for sport for ignoring orders to provide evidence for his claims that the Brazilian league is plagued by match-fixing, officials said Wednesday.
England's Billings has no regrets after ending red-ball cricket career
England Test cricketer Sam Billings says he will have no regrets when his Kent colleagues begin their County Championship campaign on Friday after he ended his red-ball career.
Haaland, De Bruyne left out by Guardiola for Aston Villa clash
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola dropped Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne to the bench for Wednesday's crucial Premier League clash against Aston Villa at the Etihad.
Spanish football federation sets May 6 date for presidential elections
The Spanish football federation (RFEF) announced Wednesday that elections for its new president will take place on May 6, to find the successor of the disgraced Luis Rubiales.
Narine blitz powers Kolkata to 272 and third IPL win
Sunil Narine smashed 85 to lead Kolkata Knight Riders to the second-best ever IPL total of 272-7 in a crushing 106-run victory over Delhi Capitals on Wednesday.
Chelsea's Pochettino criticises social media abuse of Gallagher
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino came to the defence of Conor Gallagher on Wednesday after the Blues midfielder was abused on social media after a video showed him apparently failing to high-five a mascot.
Burnley boss Kompany charged with misconduct by FA over referee protest
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany has been charged with misconduct by the Football Association following his side's 2-2 draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
Rahm gets emotions out of his system ahead of Masters defence
Defending Masters champion Jon Rahm hopes that his early return to the scene of his triumph at Augusta National will reduce the emotion of next week's tournament.
Klopp dismisses talk of Liverpool as title 'favourites'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is unconcerned his side have been installed as favourites to win the Premier League title.
Kolisi accepts he will lose Springboks captaincy
South Africa's two-time Rugby World Cup winning skipper Siya Kolisi said on Wednesday he accepts he will lose the Springboks captaincy as he is based abroad.
Man Utd boss Ten Hag gets defensive boost before Chelsea clash
Raphael Varane and Jonny Evans could yet give Manchester United some welcome fitness news by returning to the Red Devils' injury-hit defence against Chelsea on Thursday.
Vettel hints at Formula One return after talks with Mercedes boss
Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel has suggested he could return to Formula One following talks with Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff.
Tottenham in talks with 'prospective investors', says Levy
Tottenham Hotspur are "in discussions with prospective investors" in a bid to "capitalise on our long-term potential", chairman Daniel Levy said Wednesday as the club published its financial results.
Singapore rules out playing host in new blow to Commonwealth Games
Singapore on Wednesday joined Malaysia in ruling out hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, further plunging the future of the multi-sport event into doubt.
Sri Lanka sweep Bangladesh Test series with crushing win
Lahiru Kumara finished with 4-50 to help Sri Lanka thump Bangladesh by 192 runs in the second Test and sweep the two-match series 2-0 on Wednesday.
'Child of the wind' Yadav races into India T20 reckoning
Mayank Yadav was hailed as India's new pace bowling sensation Wednesday after the tearaway youngster became the first player to win man-of-the-match awards in each of his first two IPL games.
Bracewell back from injury to captain New Zealand on Pakistan tour
Michael Bracewell will captain New Zealand for the first time on their Twenty20 tour of Pakistan this month, with a host of top names missing because they are playing in the Indian Premier League.
Verstappen poised to bounce back in Japan but Ferrari threaten
Max Verstappen is hot favourite for this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix after failing to finish in Australia, but Ferrari are primed to exploit any slip-ups.
Embiid return inspires Sixers over Thunder
Joel Embiid made a dazzling return from a two-month injury layoff to inspire the Philadelphia 76ers to an upset 109-105 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday.