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No news from Hamilton on future before Canadian Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton arrived at one of his favourite circuits on Thursday to praise Mercedes' progressive work but had no news on his future with the team before this Sunday's Canadian Grand Prix.
Spain strike late against Italy to reach Nations League final
Spain's Joselu pounced with two minutes remaining to snatch a 2-1 win over Italy on Thursday and set up a Nations League final clash against Croatia.
Frenchman Garcia named new Napoli boss
Serie A champions Napoli announced on Thursday they had appointed Frenchman Rudi Garcia as coach.
Norwegian delight in scintillating Oslo Diamond League
Norwegian duo Karsten Warholm and Jakob Ingebrigtsen did not fail their demanding public at Thursday's Bislett Games as both scorched to victories in impressive times.
PGA-LIV deal has US lawmakers asking for more details
US lawmakers began an investigation Thursday into the shock merger of the PGA Tour and DP World Tour with Saudi backers of LIV Golf, taking aim at tax breaks.
Fowler charges to front early in US Open first round
Rickie Fowler, back in the US Open after a two-year absence, topped the leaderboard early in the first round on Thursday at Los Angeles Country Club, where he's seeking to end a four-year title drought.
Thousands celebrate NBA champion Nuggets at parade
Thousands of supporters watched along the streets of Denver on Thursday as the NBA champion Nuggets celebrated their first league crown with a victory parade.
Qatar bid for Man Utd awaiting clarity after reports of exclusivity offer
A source close to Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani said Thursday that the Qatari bidders were still awaiting clarity from Manchester United after a report suggested they could be offered exclusivity in the battle to buy the club.
Mbappe says PSG 'my only option for now'
Kylian Mbappe on Thursday said staying at Paris Saint-Germain was his "only option for now" after the France superstar told the club he would not be extending his contract beyond 2024.
Marquez 'main contender' at German MotoGP, says leader Bagnaia
MotoGP championship leader Francesco Bagnaia said on Thursday that Marc Marquez's history at Germany's Sachsenring made the Spaniard favourite for Sunday's race.
Mexican amateur Morales grabs early US Open lead
Mexican amateur Omar Morales stole the early US Open spotlight Thursday, topping the leaderboard at three-under par through nine holes at Los Angeles Country Club.
NBA legend Jordan shoes sell at auction for $1.38 million
Shoes worn by NBA legend Michael Jordan in the famous "Flu Game" of the 1997 NBA Finals were sold at auction for $1.38 million, Goldin memorabilia marketplace announced Thursday.
Cummins backs Warner to come good against Ashes nemesis Broad
Australia captain Pat Cummins said Thursday that England will face a "more aggressive" David Warner in this year's Ashes compared to the opener who struggled for runs during the 2019 series.
Crowley to step down as Italy coach after Rugby World Cup
New Zealander Kieran Crowley will step down as Italy coach after this year's World Cup in France after the Italian rugby federation (FIR) said Thursday it would not be renewing his contract.
Messi scores rapid goal as Argentina down Australia in Beijing friendly
Lionel Messi scored after barely a minute as he guided Argentina to a 2-0 friendly win over Australia in Beijing on Thursday evening.
Scheffler, Rahm set for early charges as US Open tees off
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and world number two Jon Rahm were set for early starts as Thursday's first round of the 123rd US Open began at Los Angeles Country Club.
With 100 days until Asian Games, Hangzhou feels 'alive'
The Asian Games' flame was lit on Thursday to mark 100 days until the competition, with an elaborate ceremony at an ancient Chinese archaeological site that used the sun's rays to set the torch alight.
Cummins coy over Australia team for Ashes opener
Australia captain Pat Cummins said Thursday the Ashes-holders had selected a team for the first Test against England at Edgbaston but refused to reveal the playing XI.
Kubo cracks whip as Japan thrash El Salvador
Spain-based forward Takefusa Kubo said Japan "need to keep improving" after thrashing El Salvador 6-0 in a friendly Thursday to pick up their first win since the World Cup.
Messi mania at fever pitch as Argentina face Australia in Beijing
Messi mania gripped a sweltering Beijing ahead of a sell-out friendly on Thursday evening between world champions Argentina and Australia in the Chinese capital.
Zakir, Najmul fifties give Bangladesh huge lead over Afghanistan
Zakir Hasan and Najmul Hossain both hit unbeaten half-centuries to guide Bangladesh to 134-1 in their second innings and consolidate the hosts' control in their one-off Test against Afghanistan in Dhaka on Thursday.
Arlettaz taking over as France attack coach after World Cup
Patrick Arlettaz will take over as France attack coach following the World Cup, the French Rugby Federation announced on Thursday.
Bellingham paying 'homage' to Zidane with Madrid No 5 shirt
New Real Madrid signing Jude Bellingham said he wanted to pay homage to club great Zinedine Zidane by wearing his number five shirt, at his presentation on Thursday in the Spanish capital.
England's Stokes vows no let-up in attacking approach during Ashes
England captain Ben Stokes insists there will be no let-up in his side's dynamic 'Bazball' approach during the Ashes series against arch-rivals Australia.
O'Callaghan stuns Titmus with year's fastest 200m free
Mollie O'Callaghan upset Olympic gold medallist Ariarne Titmus with the fastest 200m freestyle of the year Thursday to book a world championship slot from a stacked field at the Australian trials.
Bangladesh bowl out Afghanistan for 146, lead by 236
Ebadot Hossain returned bowling figures of 4-47 as Bangladesh bowled out Afghanistan for 146 to remain firmly in control on day two of the one-off Test on Thursday.
Man City to open Premier League title defence at Kompany's Burnley
Manchester City will kick off their bid for a record fourth straight Premier League title away to Burnley, managed by their former captain Vincent Kompany.
Bangladesh seamers leave Afghanistan battling to avoid follow-on
Ebadot Hossain picked up 4-47 as Bangladesh left Afghanistan struggling on 144-8 at tea on the second day of the one-off Test in Dhaka on Thursday.
Bayern to repay 245,000 euros for breaking minimum wage rules
Bayern Munich have been forced to repay over 200,000 euros ($216,560) for failing to meet minimum wage requirements over a five-year period, Bavarian customs authorities announced on Thursday.
Bayern to repay 245,000 for breaking minimum wage rules
Bayern Munich have been forced to repay around 200,000 euros ($216,560) for failing to meet minimum wage requirements over a five-year period, Bavarian customs authorities announced on Thursday.
Man City open Premier League title defence at Kompany's Burnley
Manchester City will kick off a bid for a fourth straight Premier League title away to Burnley, managed by their former captain Vincent Kompany.
European clubs need firm foundations to stay ahead of rivals: football finance expert
Europe's top football leagues have emerged strongly from the coronavirus pandemic but must get their financial house in order to stay ahead of rivals, an expert has warned.