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'Too early' to say if Kolisi will make World Cup - union
The South African rugby union said on Wednesday that it was too early to predict whether Springboks captain Siya Kolisi will play in this year's Rugby World Cup after a knee surgery.
Davis leads Lakers over Warriors, Knicks square series
Anthony Davis led a defensive masterclass as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 117-112 on the road to take a 1-0 lead in their NBA Western Conference playoff series on Tuesday.
World-class athletes to legends: stars to watch at SEA Games
The Southeast Asian Games begin in Phnom Penh on Friday with the Cambodian capital welcoming thousands of athletes from the region.
Cambodia poised for SEA Games with Chinese flavour
Cambodia will welcome thousands of athletes from across the region when the Southeast Asian Games begin on Friday with an opening ceremony at a new stadium built and paid for by China.
Davis, Lakers hold off Warriors to win opener
Anthony Davis scored 30 points and led a defensive masterclass as the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 117-112 on the road to take a 1-0 lead in their NBA Western Conference playoff series on Tuesday.
New Zealand boxer suffers stroke after world title defeat
New Zealand boxer David Light suffered a mild stroke and underwent surgery for a blood clot following his world title defeat to Lawrence Okolie, his coach said on Wednesday.
Brunson shines as Knicks down Heat to level series
Jalen Brunson scored 30 points as the New York Knicks defeated the Miami Heat 111-105 to square their Eastern Conference playoff semi-final series at 1-1 on Tuesday.
McIlroy 'refreshed' after mental health break
Northern Ireland golf star Rory McIlroy revealed on Tuesday he had taken a break from the sport to focus on his "mental and emotional well-being" in the wake of his missed cut at the Masters last month.
Sixers' Joel Embiid named NBA Most Valuable Player
Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player on Tuesday, comfortably winning a ballot ahead of the Denver Nuggets' two-time award winner Nikola Jokic.
Ex-boxing champ Deontay Wilder arrested on gun charge: police
Former world heavyweight boxing champion Deontay Wilder was arrested in Los Angeles early Tuesday for possession of a concealed weapon, police said.
I'll do the best I can: China's Zhang after landmark win
Zhang Zhizhen became the first Chinese player to reach the quarter-finals of an ATP Masters 1000 event when he beat Taylor Fritz in the Madrid Open fourth round on Tuesday.
Openda goal keeps Lens on course for Champions League
Lens took a major step towards securing qualification for next season's Champions League as a Lois Openda goal secured a 1-0 win away to Toulouse in Ligue 1 on Tuesday.
PSG to discipline Messi over unauthorised Saudi trip
Lionel Messi faces being suspended by Paris Saint-Germain after travelling to Saudi Arabia earlier this week without the club's permission, a source with knowledge of the matter told AFP on Tuesday.
Arsenal back on top of Premier League after beating Chelsea
Martin Odegaard fired Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League as the Norway midfielder's double inspired a 3-1 win against woeful Chelsea on Tuesday.
Wrexham's Hollywood owners enjoy promotion parade
Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney joined Wrexham's promotion party as thousands of fans lined the streets to celebrate their club's return to League Two on Tuesday.
Alba pulls Barca closer to title with late Osasuna strike
Jordi Alba struck a late winner for Barcelona in a 1-0 win over 10-man Osasuna on Tuesday to move the Catalans a step closer to their first La Liga title since 2019.
PSG to discipline Messi over Saudi trip: club source
Paris Saint-Germain have opened a disciplinary procedure against star player Lionel Messi, who risks being suspended after travelling to Saudi Arabia without the permission of the French club.
England's Kirby ruled out of Women's World Cup
Chelsea forward Fran Kirby will miss the Women's World Cup as England's bid to win the competition suffered a fresh injury blow.
Alcaraz earns Zverev revenge, Medvedev out of Madrid Open
World number two Carlos Alcaraz breezed past Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 to reach the Madrid Open quarter-finals on Tuesday.
Australia's Smith targets 'bucket list' Ashes win in England
Australia great Steve Smith says winning a Test series in England would be a "bucket list" achievement as he prepares for potentially his final overseas Ashes series with a stint at county club Sussex.
Alcaraz earns Zverev revenge to reach Madrid Open quarters
World number two Carlos Alcaraz breezed past Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 to reach the Madrid Open quarter-finals on Tuesday.
Haaland goalscoring heroics a 'surprise', says Guardiola
Pep Guardiola says Erling Haaland's astonishing scoring feats for Manchester City have been a "surprise", with the Norwegian on the cusp of breaking the Premier League's single-season goal record.
Djokovic set for US Open after vaccine mandate lifted
Novak Djokovic will be free to play in this year's US Open after the United States government confirmed it is lifting its Covid-19 vaccine mandate on international travelers.
Klopp says referee row down to 'emotion and anger'
Jurgen Klopp said his aggressive confrontation with match officials after Liverpool's dramatic late winner against Tottenham was down to "emotion" and "anger in that moment".
Sabalenka survives Sherif scare to reach Madrid Open semis
World number two Aryna Sabalenka was forced to sweat by Mayar Sherif but eventually came through 2-6, 6-2, 6-1 to reach the Madrid Open semi-finals Tuesday.
Euro winners England face Netherlands in new UEFA Women's Nations League
Reigning European champions England were drawn on Monday to play 2019 World Cup runners-up the Netherlands in the new UEFA Women's Nations League, which will also serve as qualifiers for next year's Paris Olympics.
Leeds announce exit of director of football Victor Orta
Relegation-threatened Leeds have parted company with director of football Victor Orta by mutual consent, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.
FIFA threatens European TV blackout of Women's World Cup
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has threatened a television blackout of this year's Women's World Cup in major European countries unless broadcasters improve their offers for rights.
US climber dies on Everest in season's fourth fatality
A US mountaineer has died on Everest in the fourth fatality on the world's highest peak this climbing season.
Fiery Kohli fined again after IPL post-match row
Indian cricket star Virat Kohli was fined on Tuesday for the second time in this IPL after a post-match altercation with former national team-mate Gautam Gambhir.
Ice-cool Harden scores 45 as Sixers stun Celtics, Jokic downs Suns
James Harden scored 45 points as the Philadelphia 76ers stunned the Boston Celtics in the NBA playoffs on Monday before Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets took a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Phoenix Suns.
'Because it's there': The enduring appeal of Everest
Mount Everest is set to see record numbers of climbers this season, with almost 500 people -- plus as many guides -- expected to attempt mountaineering's ultimate goal.