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Coach urges China to play smarter after missing Olympic basketball spot
China head coach Aleksandar Djordjevic said his team need to play smarter after missing out on an Olympic qualifying spot at the Basketball World Cup with a fourth defeat Saturday.
Japan basketball 'on the map' after qualifying for Paris Olympics
Head coach Tom Hovasse said Japan were now "on everybody's radar" after qualifying for the Paris Olympics on Saturday as the highest-placed Asian team at the Basketball World Cup.
India reach 266 after Shaheen's four-for in Asia Cup
Pakistan's Shaheen Shah Afridi took four wickets to lead an inspired pace attack and bowl out India for 266 in Saturday's blockbuster Asia Cup clash.
All Blacks look only forward as they set up World Cup base
The All Blacks said Saturday they were only looking forward to the World Cup and their blockbuster opener against hosts France and had put last week's crushing loss to South Africa behind them.
Aleix Espargaro denies Bagnaia to claim Catalunya MotoGP sprint
Aleix Espargaro made handsome amends for an embarrassing error last year at his home Montmelo circuit by claiming Saturday's Catalunya MotoGP sprint race.
Coleman gatecrashes Jacobs-Kerley showdown in Xiamen
American Christian Coleman gatecrashed the long-awaited showdown between Marcell Jacobs and Fred Kerley by storming to victory in the men's 100m at the Diamond League meet in Xiamen on Saturday.
Danjuma leveller stops Everton's losing run in Blades draw
Arnaut Danjuma saved Everton from a fourth successive Premier League defeat as the Dutch forward's equaliser earned a 2-2 draw at fellow strugglers Sheffield United on Saturday.
Aleix Espargaro wins Catalunya MotoGP sprint race
Aleix Espargaro won the Catalunya MotoGP sprint race at Montmelo on Saturday.
'Beam of light' South Sudan qualify for Paris Olympics basketball competition
South Sudan head coach Royal Ivey said his team were "a beam of light" after they qualified for the Paris Olympics on Saturday as the highest-placed African team at the Basketball World Cup.
Spalletti urges Italy to forget World Cup heartbreak
Luciano Spalletti on Saturday urged Italy to forget the pain of failing to qualify for the past two World Cups as he takes charge of the Azzurri's Euro 2024 bid following the departure of Roberto Mancini.
Sainz fastest for Ferrari in final Monza practice
Carlos Sainz gave Ferrari's army of fans hope of a good showing at the Italian Grand Prix after topping the times in Saturday's final practice session ahead of qualifying.
South Sudan qualify for Paris Olympics at Basketball World Cup
South Sudan qualified for the Paris Olympics on Saturday after finishing as the highest-placed African team at the Basketball World Cup.
Bagnaia claims Catalunya MotoGP pole in record time
World champion Francesco Bagnaia claimed pole for the Catalunya MotoGP with a new track record at Montmelo on Saturday.
Djokovic pulls off US Open escape as Gauff nears Swiatek battle
Novak Djokovic rallied from two sets down against compatriot Laslo Djere to avoid his earliest US Open exit since 2006 on Friday, while Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff closed in on a blockbuster clash.
Djokovic into US Open last 16 after five-set thriller
Novak Djokovic conjured a trademark comeback from two sets down to defeat Serbian compatriot Laslo Djere in a five-set thriller and seal his place in the US Open last 16.
Delacour maintains lead in LPGA Portland Classic
Perrine Delacour fired five birdies in a five-under par 67 on Friday to maintain her lead midway through the Portland Classic in pursuit of a first LPGA title.
Seamer Ferguson to captain New Zealand in Bangladesh
Seamer Lockie Ferguson will captain New Zealand for the first time on the international stage during their three-match 50-overs tour of Bangladesh, his team was announced Saturday.
Battling Gauff nears Swiatek clash, Djokovic eyes US Open last 16
Home favourite Coco Gauff clawed closer towards a potential US Open showdown with defending champion Iga Swiatek as 23-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic targeted his place in the last 16 on Friday.
Returning Wozniacki 'not surprised' by US Open run
Caroline Wozniacki said she always believed she could return to the top level after reaching the last 16 of the US Open on Friday in her first Grand Slam appearance in over three years.
Tiafoe spearheading American challenge at US Open
Frances Tiafoe is eyeing another deep run at the US Open after surging into the last 16 on Friday with victory over French veteran Adrian Mannarino.
PSG complete Kolo Muani deal on transfer deadline day in Europe
Paris Saint-Germain completed the signing of France striker Randal Kolo Muani from Eintracht Frankfurt in the biggest deal to go through on transfer deadline day in Europe on Friday.
Man Utd swoop for Amrabat, Liverpool reject Saudi bid for Salah on deadline day
Manchester United signed Sofyan Amrabat on loan as part of a hat-trick of arrivals at Old Trafford in the hectic final hours before Friday's transfer deadline, while Liverpool reportedly turned down a £150 million ($190 million) offer from Saudi Arabia for Mohamed Salah.
Greenwood moves to Getafe from Man United despite abuse allegations
Spanish team Getafe signed striker Mason Greenwood from Manchester United on loan on Friday, they said in a statement, despite him having faced allegations of abuse involving a young woman.
Messi goes to Hollywood as Miami seek to close playoff gap
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami face the MLS champions as their bid to make the playoffs takes them to Los Angeles on Sunday.
Mohamed Al-Fayed: Egyptian tycoon who craved 'Establishment' approval
Few things were beyond the reach of billionaire Egyptian tycoon Mohamed Al-Fayed who has died at the age of 94.
Returning Wozniacki extends US Open run into last 16
Caroline Wozniacki kept her fairytale US Open return going Friday with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-1 win over Jennifer Brady that sent her into the last 16 and a potential clash with Coco Gauff.
Brazil name Elias to coach women's national team
Three-time Copa Libertadores-winning coach Arthur Elias was named the new boss of the Brazilian women's national football team Friday, after predecessor Pia Sundhage of Sweden stepped down following a disappointing showing at the World Cup.
Marseille squander lead in draw with 10-man Nantes
Marseille went top of Ligue 1 on Friday despite throwing away an early lead to draw 1-1 away to a Nantes side who played more than 80 minutes down to 10 men.
West Ham ruin Luton's homecoming to go top of Premier League
West Ham ruined Luton's homecoming to Kenilworth Road as David Moyes' men moved to the top of the Premier League with a 2-1 win on Friday.
Barcelona sign Portuguese duo Felix and Cancelo on loan
Barcelona signed Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix and Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo on loan until the end of the season, the Spanish champions said Friday.
Heidenheim hold stunned Dortmund after late penalty drama
Promoted Heidenheim claimed their first points in the top division on Friday, coming from two goals down to draw 2-2 at Borussia Dortmund after a controversial and bizarre late penalty decision.
Barcelona sign striker Joao Felix on loan from Atletico Madrid
Barcelona have signed Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix on loan until the end of the season, the Spanish champions said Friday.