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Sabalenka into second Wimbledon semi-final
Aryna Sabalenka powered into a second Wimbledon semi-final on Wednesday with a straight-sets win over Madison Keys of the United States.
Alcaraz takes next step in bid for Wimbledon glory
Carlos Alcaraz is targeting a first Wimbledon semi-final on Wednesday while Elena Rybakina takes on Ons Jabeur in a repeat of last year's title match.
Date rape drug play shocks top French festival
A play about sexual violence against women, in which its author takes a "date rape" drug live on stage, has shocked Europe's biggest theatre festival.
Barcelona seal Vitor Roque signing from Athletico Paranaense
Barcelona have agreed a deal to sign young striker Vitor Roque from Brazilian side Athletico Paranaense, the Spanish champions said Wednesday.
Retiring double World Cup-winner Steyn 'blessed' with long career
South Africa's two-time Rugby World Cup winner Francois Steyn said on Wednesday he was lucky to have such a long career after announcing his retirement.
Springboks braced for 'ultimate test' in New Zealand
South Africa loose forward Kwagga Smith said Wednesday he expects an "epic" Rugby Championship clash against New Zealand this weekend in what he called "the ultimate test".
Rapinoe nervous but excited ahead of tilt at third World Cup crown
United States veteran Megan Rapinoe admitted Wednesday she was feeling nervous but is determined to enjoy her last World Cup and sign out with a third title.
Haiti's World Cup debut against all odds 'more than just football'
When Haiti play England in Brisbane on their Women's World Cup debut this month it will mark the culmination of a long and arduous journey against adversity.
England must defy injuries and dip in form to win World Cup
Injuries to key players and a dip in form have left England coach Sarina Wiegman with plenty to ponder if the European champions are to win the Women's World Cup for the first time.
Football: Women's World Cup Group D
The FIFA Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand kicks off on July 20.
Japan's 'King Kazu' extends Portugal deal aged 56
Kazuyoshi Miura will continue playing aged 56 after the former Japan international extended his loan deal with Portuguese second-division outfit Oliveirense.
No more sabre-rattling: Ukraine's Kharlan keen to fence against Russians
Ukraine fencing great Olha Kharlan believes she and her team-mates should be allowed to compete in individual events and carry the fight to the Russians on "all fronts", she has told AFP.
Wimbledon Day 10: Quarter-finals guide
Carlos Alcaraz targets his 10th straight win on grass as he bids to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals on Wednesday while Elena Rybakina takes on Ons Jabeur in a repeat of last year's title match.
Major League Cricket aims for US breakthrough
The most ambitious attempt yet to establish professional cricket in the United States gets under way on Wednesday when wickets will be pitched for the start of the inaugural season of Major League Cricket.
NBA adopts flopping penalty, expands coach's challenges
NBA team owners approved rule changes on Tuesday creating an in-game flopping penalty and expanded coach's video replay challenge starting next season, the league announced.
NFL rusher Kamara makes plea deal over 2022 Vegas incident
New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara pleaded no contest on Tuesday to a misdemeanor charge over a fight last year in Las Vegas during NFL Pro Bowl weekend.
Djokovic says he's 'favourite' to win Wimbledon
Novak Djokovic said he considers himself "favourite" to lift this year's Wimbledon title even if it makes him sound "arrogant".
Tennis star Osaka gives birth to baby girl: report
Four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka has given birth to a baby girl, People magazine reported on Tuesday.
Djokovic into 12th Wimbledon semi-final, as Ukraine's Svitolina shines
Novak Djokovic reached a 12th Wimbledon semi-final and record-equalling 46th at the Grand Slams on Tuesday as Elina Svitolina stunned world number one Iga Swiatek, delivering an emotional boost for her war-torn Ukraine homeland.
Djokovic into 12th Wimbledon semi-final, 46th at Slams
Novak Djokovic reached his 12th Wimbledon semi-final and record-equalling 46th at the Grand Slams with a four-set victory over Andrey Rublev on Tuesday.
Messi lands in Florida ahead of Inter Miami move
Argentine star Lionel Messi landed in Florida on Tuesday ahead of putting the final touches on his move to US Major League Soccer club Inter Miami.
'Are you crazy?': Svitolina writes off Wimbledon title dream
Elina Svitolina dismissed her chances of winning Wimbledon as "crazy" on Tuesday, preferring to focus on the tidal wave of support she is receiving from her war-torn Ukraine homeland, which "melts my heart".
All Blacks prop Laulala to join French champions Toulouse
New Zealand tight-head prop Nepo Laulala will join Toulouse next season, the French Top 14 champions said on Tuesday.
Sinner beats Safiullin to reach Wimbledon semis
Jannik Sinner beat unseeded Russian Roman Safiullin at Wimbledon on Tuesday to reach his first Grand Slam semi-final.
Svitolina into Wimbledon semis as Djokovic targets new landmark
New mum Elina Svitolina shocked world number one Iga Swiatek to reach the last four at Wimbledon on Tuesday, striking an emotional blow for Ukraine, as Novak Djokovic targeted a record-equalling 46th major semi-final.
Bilbao ends Spanish wait on scorching Tour de France stage
Pello Bilbao won a hot and hilly stage 10 of the Tour de France on Tuesday, becoming the first Spaniard in five years to win a stage on the world's biggest bike race.
Vondrousova battles into Wimbledon semis after husband's pep talk
Unseeded Marketa Vondrousova said she had a pep talk from her husband during a rain break before roaring back to beat Jessica Pegula and reach her first Wimbledon semi-final on Tuesday.
Rain on the radar as Wimbledon keeps eye on weather
Tucked away at the heart of Wimbledon sits an unassuming office that is one of the most critical cogs in the entire machine -- the weather room.
Bullish De Laurentiis keen to keep hold of Napoli stars
Napoli owner Aurelio De Laurentiis insists that there is no need to sell star players Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia as the Italian champions begin preparations for their Serie A title defence.
Bilbao ends Spanish wait on sizzling Tour de France stage
Pello Bilbao won a hilly stage 10 of the Tour de France on Tuesday, becoming the first Spaniard in five years to win a stage on the world's biggest bike race.
Ukraine's Svitolina stuns Swiatek to reach Wimbledon semi-finals
Ukraine's Elina Svitolina stunned world number one Iga Swiatek to reach the Wimbledon semi-finals on Tuesday, just three months after returning from maternity leave.
Bilbao ends Spanish wait for Tour de France stage win
Pello Bilbao won a hilly stage 10 of the Tour de France on Tuesday, becoming the first Spaniard in five years to win a stage on the world's biggest bike race.