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Osaka's Qatar title bid ended by Pliskova
Naomi Osaka's hopes of clinching the Qatar Open ended in a straight-sets quarter-final loss to fellow former world number one Karolina Pliskova on Thursday.
'Sahil Omar': A forever criminal falsely linked to US shooting
"Sahil Omar" is 44, an illegal immigrant and has a Muslim-sounding name -- an apparently fictitious punching bag falsely linked to a slew of US crimes including the latest mass shooting in Kansas City.
Horner says 'business as usual' at Red Bull despite probe into his conduct
Christian Horner insisted it is "business as usual" at Red Bull but admitted an investigation into his conduct has proved a "distraction" ahead of the 2024 Formula One season.
China's Pan eyes Olympics after world freestyle triumph
China's Pan Zhanle won the men's 100 metres freestyle title at the world championships in Doha on Thursday, establishing his status as one of the favourites for Olympic gold in five months' time.
Ice and easy as Rovanpera grabs Swedish rally lead
After taking a break for the season's opening rally, double world champion Kalle Rovanpera immediately took command on the opening stage in Sweden on Thursday.
Swiatek downs Azarenka to stay on course for third Qatar title
World number one Iga Swiatek moved closer to a third successive Qatar WTA 1000 title when she brushed aside Victoria Azarenka in straight sets in the quarter-finals on Thursday.
Kansas City Super Bowl parade shooting result of 'dispute'
The shooting at the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl victory rally that left one person dead and 22 injured, including several children, was a personal altercation and two juveniles were among those detained, police said Thursday.
Mbappe tells PSG he plans to leave as saga draws to close
France captain Kylian Mbappe has told officials at Paris Saint-Germain that he intends to leave when his contract expires at the end of the season, a source close to the Ligue 1 champions said on Thursday.
China's Pan wins men's 100m freestyle world title
China's Pan Zhanle won the men's 100 metres freestyle title at the world championships in Doha on Thursday, establishing his status as one of the favourites for Olympic gold in five months' time.
Palace manager Hodgson 'stable' in hospital after illness
Roy Hodgson was in a "stable" condition in hospital, said Crystal Palace in a statement, after he was taken ill at a training session on Thursday.
Day of shocks in Rotterdam as Rune, Hurkacz crash out
Rising star Holger Rune suffered a shock defeat Thursday to Alexander Shevchenko in the Rotterdam Open second round, with the Kazakh hailing the "biggest win" of his career to date.
Mbappe tells PSG directors he plans to leave: source
France captain Kylian Mbappe has told officials at Paris Saint-Germain that he intends to leave when his contract expires at the end of the season, a source close to the Ligue 1 champions said on Thursday.
China's Pan Zhanle wins men's 100m freestyle world title
China's Pan Zhanle won the men's 100 metres freestyle title at the world championships in Doha on Thursday.
Rybakina, Pavlyuchenkova into Doha semi-finals as Swiatek and Osaka wait
Elena Rybakina and Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova set-up a semi-final clash at the WTA 1000 tournament in Qatar on Thursday as four-time major winners Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka hoped to secure their last-four spots.
France court rejects Benzema slander case against minister
A French court on Thursday threw out a defamation case brought by professional football player Karim Benzema against Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin.
Kompany says Burnley 'cannot feel sorry for ourselves'
Burnley manager Vincent Kompany has told his struggling side they "cannot feel sorry for ourselves" in their quest to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
Ten Hag wants Man Utd sporting director on 'same page'
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wants any new sporting director appointed by the club to be "on the same page" with him.
Pavlyuchenkova into Doha semi-finals as Swiatek and Osaka wait
Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova made her way into the semi-finals of the WTA 1000 tournament in Doha with a 7-5, 6-4 win over the American Danielle Collins on Thursday.
Shock for Rune as Shevchenko claims 'biggest win'
Rising star Holger Rune suffered a shock defeat Thursday to Alexander Shevchenko in the Rotterdam Open second round, with the Kazakh hailing the "biggest win" of his career to date.
Palace cancel press conference after manager Hodgson taken ill
Crystal Palace cancelled a press conference on Thursday after under-pressure manager Roy Hodgson was taken ill during training earlier in the day.
French skipper denies skulduggery on the high seas
A French yachtswoman has denied accusations of cheating in the last Vendee Globe solo non-stop round the world sailing race.
Bayern-bound Oberdorf to become most expensive German female player
Bayern Munich on Thursday announced the signing of Lena Oberdorf from rivals Wolfsburg for a reported transfer fee of up to 450,000 euros ($486,000).
Rohit hits century to propel India in third England Test
Skipper Rohit Sharma hit a gritty unbeaten century as India eyed a big total in the third Test against England on Thursday after a top-order stutter.
Rohit, Jadeja steer India to 185-3 at tea in third England Test
Skipper Rohit Sharma stood unbeaten on 97 to help steer India to 185-3 at tea alongside Ravindra Jadeja after a top-order stutter against England in the third Test on Thursday.
Klinsmann faces sack by South Korea after Asian Cup semi-final exit
Jurgen Klinsmann looks set to be fired as coach after top South Korean football officials said Thursday that "a change of leadership is necessary" following their Asian Cup exit and in-fighting among star players.
Centurion Bedingham 'confident' Proteas can level N.Zealand series
South Africa's David Bedingham scored a maiden century on Thursday and then said he was "very confident" they could dismiss New Zealand short of the 267 needed to win the second and final Test in Hamilton.
Celtics crush Nets for sixth win in a row, Curry makes history in loss
The NBA-best Boston Celtics imposed one of their most lopsided romps over Brooklyn on Wednesday, while Golden State three-point sharpshooter Stephen Curry made history in defeat.
England's Wood strikes early blows as India 93-3 in third Test
England fast bowler Mark Wood took two wickets to rattle India's top order before the hosts recovered to 93-3 at lunch after electing to bat in the third Test on Thursday.
Bedingham ton sets chase of 267 for New Zealand to win second Test
South Africa's David Bedingham scored a maiden century on Thursday to leave New Zealand with the challenging task of scoring 267 to win the second and final Test in Hamilton.
Klinsmann fate as coach in balance as South Korean FA meets
Jurgen Klinsmann's fate as coach topped the agenda as South Korean football bosses met Thursday, a day after revelations about an Asian Cup bust-up between players that left Son Heung-min with an injured finger.
NBA-best Celtics stretch win streak to six by crushing Nets
Derrick White scored 27 points and Jayson Tatum added 20 to spark the NBA-best Boston Celtics over Brooklyn 136-86 on Wednesday, the fifth-largest blowout win in club history.
South Africa extend lead past 200 as Bedingham eyes maiden century
South Africa's David Bedingham was approaching a maiden Test century as the Proteas extended their lead over New Zealand to 217 at tea on day three of the second Test.