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Djokovic finishes troubled year with 'satisfying' ATP Finals title
Novak Djokovic said winning a record-equalling sixth ATP Tour Finals title on Sunday was a "deeply satisfying" ending to his troubled and truncated year.
Eagles fight back to beat Colts and return to winning ways
The Philadelphia Eagles returned to winning ways with a thrilling 17-16 late comeback NFL win at the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday.
All Blacks veteran Perenara tears Achilles tendon
All Blacks veteran TJ Perenara ruptured his Achilles tendon in last weekend's draw with England, New Zealand coach Ian Foster confirmed Monday, leaving his half-back facing a race to be fit in time for next year's Rugby World Cup.
Van der Flier using 'God's gift' to conquer rugby world
World Rugby Player of the Year Josh van der Flier is fondly known at Leinster as 'The Dutch Disciple' due to the Irish flanker's strong faith.
Van der Flier, Demant named World Rugby Players of the Year
Ireland flanker Josh van der Flier was named men's World Rugby Player of the Year on Sunday after helping his country to a first series away win in New Zealand and to the top of the global rankings.
Garang Kuol: Australia's teenage World Cup talent bound for Newcastle
Garang Kuol only turned 18 in September and has never started a league match, but the forward finds himself touted as Australia's dangerman ahead of their match against France at the World Cup on Tuesday.
Canada's Svensson wins first PGA title at RSM Classic
Canada's Adam Svensson won his first PGA Tour title on Sunday, sinking clutch birdie putts on the 16th and 17th holes to capture the RSM Classic by two strokes.
Ko wins LPGA Tour Championship and Player of the Year
New Zealand's Lydia Ko won the season-ending LPGA Tour Championship on Sunday, holding on for a two stroke victory over Ireland's Leona Maguire that also secured her the Player of the Year prize.
Djokovic sweeps past Ruud to win sixth ATP Finals crown
Novak Djokovic claimed a sixth ATP Tour Finals title on Sunday with a 7-5, 6-3 victory over Norway's Casper Ruud, to match Roger Federer's record.
Empty seats tell story as Qatar World Cup party falls flat
Thousands of empty seats told the sad story as Qatar's long-awaited World Cup debut ended in a bad case of stage fright on Sunday.
World Cup kicks off with hosts Qatar defeated
Qatar became the first World Cup hosts in history to lose their opening match, going down 2-0 to Ecuador on Sunday as football's showpiece got under way after 12 years of turbulent preparations.
Qatar become first World Cup hosts to lose opener with Ecuador defeat
Qatar became the first home team to lose their opening World Cup match as Ecuador cruised to a 2-0 victory over the hosts, with Enner Valencia scoring twice in the tournament curtain-raiser on Sunday.
Confident Martinelli dismisses Brazil doubters at World Cup
Gabriel Martinelli insisted on Sunday that he deserves his surprise call-up to Brazil's World Cup squad despite many doubters back home.
Itoje wants England to 'unlock potential' against Springboks
Maro Itoje has urged England to "unlock their potential" by producing a full 80-minute performance against South Africa in their final Autumn Nations international.
'Disappointed' Alonso looking forward to Aston Martin challenge
Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso said he was "disappointed" for himself and Alpine’s fans after being forced into a mechanical retirement in Sunday’s season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Alldritt's France 'to keep feet on ground' with Rugby World Cup on the mind
France No. 8 Gregory Alldritt said on Sunday his side are "keeping their feet on the ground" despite a record unbeaten run less than 10 months out from hosting the Rugby World Cup.
Hamilton 'holds on to hope' with first winless F1 season
Lewis Hamilton completed his first winless season in Formula One on Sunday and then said "I'm glad it's done."
Qatar first World Cup hosts to lose opener with Ecuador defeat
Qatar became the first home team to lose their opening World Cup match as Ecuador cruised to a 2-0 victory over the hosts, with Enner Valencia scoring twice in the tournament curtain-raiser on Sunday.
Southgate says England will take knee at World Cup
Gareth Southgate said on Sunday that England will take the knee before their World Cup matches in Qatar to send a strong message of "inclusivity".
Irving's ban ends as Nets star expected to play Sunday
Kyrie Irving's NBA suspension after posting a social media link to a film with anti-semitic material has ended after eight games with the Brooklyn Nets saying Sunday he is available to play.
Reflective Vettel looks forward after emotion-charged F1 farewell
Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel retired from Formula One in a reflective mood on Sunday after finishing 10th in his farewell race at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Riley's Japan need more Tests to 'keep building' for Rugby World Cup
Japan's Dylan Riley said on Sunday his side need to play more Test matches to "keep building" before next year's Rugby World Cup.
United Denmark dreaming of 'something big' at World Cup
Denmark have high hopes of continuing their feel-good story at a fraught World Cup as a fancied team whose bond has been strengthened in the face of near tragedy.
Defender Hajsafi says Iran's World Cup players 'voice' of the people
Experienced defender Ehsan Hajsafi said on Sunday that Iran's players at the Qatar World Cup want to be the "voice" of people back home, where there has been a deadly crackdown on women-led protests.
World Cup kicks off in Qatar after troubled buildup
The World Cup kicked off in Qatar on Sunday as the month-long football showpiece finally got under way after a tortuous 12-year build-up dogged by off-field controversies.
France squad caught napping by Benzema withdrawal
Defender Ibrahima Konate admitted Sunday that the France squad were tucked up in bed when news broke during the night that Karim Benzema had been forced to pull out of the World Cup with a thigh injury and so only found out in the morning.
McIlroy wins Race to Dubai as Rahm takes DP World title
Northern Ireland's Rory McIlroy cemented his place as the European number one by winning the Race to Dubai for the fourth time in his career on Sunday with Spain's Jon Rahm sealing a third DP World Tour Championship.
Bale hopes to inspire next Wales generation at World Cup
Gareth Bale says he's ready for a rough ride from the United States as he prepares for the "incredible" challenge of leading Wales into their World Cup game since 1958 on Monday.
Verstappen wins season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Vettel retires with a point
Two-time world champion Max Verstappen claimed a record-extending 15th win this year with a "sublime" performance for Red Bull in Sunday’s tight and strategic Abu Dhabi Grand Prix as Sebastian Vettel headed into retirement with a point.
Heading to a 'Bedouin tent' stadium for an unprecedented World Cup
Tens of thousands of people streamed Sunday towards a spectacular stadium in the shape of a traditional Bedouin tent for the kickoff of the first World Cup held in the Arab world.
Penaud double takes France to 'confidence-boosting' win over Japan
France captain Charles Ollivon said Sunday's 35-17 Autumn Nations Series victory over Japan helps "grow confidence" as they continued their winning run before next year's Rugby World Cup on home soil.
Penaud double takes France past Japan
Winger Damian Penaud scored twice as France beat Japan 35-17 in the Autumn Nations Series on Sunday to continue their winning run before next year's Rugby World Cup on home soil.