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George Weah: from poverty to football hero and Liberia president
From Liberia's swampy slums to superstar footballer and national president, George Weah is running for a second term in elections on Tuesday, defending a controversial record in office and facing determined opposition.
Basketball great Yao Ming slams China 'slackers' after Games flop
Basketball great Yao Ming branded China's team "slackers" and warned they will struggle to qualify for future Olympics because of the "huge gap" with the world's best.
Best-ever India in dreamland after surging past 100 medals at Asiad
India surged past a landmark 100 medals at the Asian Games in Hangzhou with golds in archery and kabaddi on Saturday adding gloss to their best showing ever at an Asiad.
Japan go full Samurai for must-win Argentina match
Japan have called on their inner Samurai spirit to take on Argentina in a mouth-watering winner-takes-all climax to Pool D of the Rugby World Cup in Nantes on Sunday.
Catching a break: Inner city Californians try surfing
As Dianne Finez helps her Latino and African American students through their first surf lesson, she remembers the time she first took to the waves, trying out a sport she barely even knew existed.
Kim Hyo-joo maintains two-shot lead in The Ascendant LPGA
South Korean Kim Hyo-joo fired four birdies in a three-under par 68 on Friday to maintain a two-shot lead in The Ascendant LPGA in Dallas, Texas.
Griffin grabs two-shot PGA Tour lead in Mississippi
Ben Griffin posted an eagle and seven birdies in his nine-under par 63 on Friday to seize a two-shot lead midway through the US PGA Tour's Sanderson Farms Championship.
Galthie's France preparing for next 'World Cup final'
France coach Fabien Galthie said his team is focused on playing another "World Cup final" after securing their place in the knock-out stages with an eight-try thumping of Italy on Friday.
Gymnastics' all-around queen Biles claims 21st world title
US superstar Simone Biles continued her spectacular return from a two-year break by claiming her 21st world title with all-around gold at the world gymnastics championships on Friday.
NFL star Kelce 'on top of world' as Taylor Swift scrutiny swirls
NFL star Travis Kelce says he is "on top of the world" as he navigates a whole new level of celebrity since kindling a rumored romance with pop icon Taylor Swift.
Messi could return as Miami enter MLS's last chance saloon
Lionel Messi could make his return to Major League Soccer action on Saturday with the Argentine hoping to give a boost to Inter Miami's flagging playoff hopes.
France thrash Italy to reach Rugby World Cup quarters
Damian Penaud edged closer to Serge Blanco's France try record as Les Bleus secured a Rugby World Cup quarter-final with a 60-7 thumping of sorry Italy on Friday.
Defending champion Astros face familiar foes in MLB playoffs
Defending champion Houston will face two talented former teammates when the Astros meet Minnesota in one of four Major League Baseball second-round playoff series openers on Saturday.
Biles wins 21st world title with all-around gymnastics gold
US superstar Simone Biles continued her spectacular return from a two-year break by claiming a 21st world title with gold in the women's all-around at the world gymnastics championships on Friday.
Russell delighted with second in chaotic end to Qatar qualifying
A delighted George Russell qualified in second place for Sunday's Qatar Grand Prix following a late and confusing deletion of the best laps by rival McLaren drivers.
Verstappen takes pole for Qatar Grand Prix
Runaway Formula One leader Max Verstappen dominated an intriguing floodlit qualifying session on Friday to claim pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix, which he could start as a triple world champion.
London champs Kiptum, Hassan eye wins at Chicago Marathon
London Marathon winner Kelvin Kiptum, with the second-fastest time in marathon history, could challenge the world record in Sunday's Chicago Marathon while Ruth Chepngetich seeks a record third consecutive women's title.
Spalletti recalls Kean to face Malta and England
Juventus striker Moise Kean was on Friday recalled to the Italy squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers against Malta and England, as coach Luciano Spalletti reshuffled his attack.
The remarkable rise of Pakistan match-winner Shakeel
Saud Shakeel was nowhere near World Cup selection three months ago but a thrilling half-century in Friday's win over the Netherlands underlined his remarkable and rapid rise up the cricketing ladder.
Minnesota United fire English manager Heath
English manager Adrian Heath has been fired as head coach of Major League Soccer's Minnesota United, ending his seven year spell, the club said on Friday.
Fitzpatrick takes halfway lead at Alfred Dunhill Links
Matthew Fitzpatrick seized a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland on Friday, just five days after winning the Ryder Cup with Europe in Rome.
Bayern Munich rule out Boateng return
Bayern Munich will not bring back former defender Jerome Boateng, the club announced on Friday.
Fearless Scots ready to confront formidable Irish challenge
Scotland may have lost their last eight Tests against Ireland but "history doesn't scare" them, second row forward Grant Gilchrist said on the eve of their Rugby World Cup Pool B match.
Tongan coach Kefu slams 'ridiculous' World Rugby waiting period
Tonga head coach Toutai Kefu said on Friday the waiting period for a player to feature for two different countries is "ridiculous".
Pakistan overcome Netherlands and de Leede to win World Cup opener
Pakistan opened their World Cup campaign with a comfortable 81-run win against the Netherlands on Friday, overcoming an impressive performance from Dutch all-rounder Bas de Leede.
Japan defy crowd to beat North Korea for Asian Games football gold
Japan were booed but kept their cool in an "interesting" atmosphere to beat North Korea 4-1 and retain their Asian Games women's football crown on Friday.
Sri Lanka slinger Pathirana to be World Cup 'X Factor', says coach
Sri Lanka fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana was Friday backed by coach Chris Silverwood to be the "X Factor" at the World Cup.
Three years of prep in Japan's 'big game of footy' against Argentina - Joseph
Japan coach Jamie Joseph said three years of preparation had gone into his team's World Cup Pool D decider against Argentina in Nantes on Sunday.
Jones uninterested in vital Australia performance director role
Australian rugby needs a high performance director, according to head coach Eddie Jones, but the 63-year-old on Friday ruled himself out as a potential solution to the problem.
Chelsea boss Pochettino calls for VAR to be simplified
Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has called for the VAR system to be simplified, saying he "trusts the car but the driver is the problem" following the costly Liverpool goal blunder.
Verstappen tops Qatar GP practice in windy and hot conditions
Runaway series leader Max Verstappen topped the times for Red Bull in Friday's opening and sole practice session at this weekend's Qatar Grand Prix, endorsing the probability that he will clinch his third consecutive title.
Community Shield win gives Arsenal belief against Man City: Arteta
Mikel Arteta said title-chasing Arsenal can take confidence from their Community Shield win over Manchester City as the Gunners face the Premier League champions on Sunday.