Djokovic stays perfect at China Open with first title of the year
Novak Djokovic won his seventh China Open title after Australia’s Alex de Minaur retired with a groin injury during the final on Tuesday.
De Minaur left the court for ...
Alcaraz finds best form to sink Lehecka and retain Japan Open crown
Carlos Alcaraz made another slow start before cruising past unseeded Czech Jiri Lehecka 7-6(4) 6-4 in the Japan Open final on Tuesday to retain his title and continue his resurgence ...
Sinner to miss rest of 2026 to recover from knee injury
World number one Jannik Sinner will not compete again in 2026 after opting to continue his recovery from a knee injury that has sidelined him since his triumphant Wimbledon campaign in ...
NFL suspends two officials for unprofessional conduct
The NFL has suspended line judge Jeff Seeman two games and referee Adrian Hill one game for separate instances of professional conduct.
NFL vice president of officiating Ramon George issued ...
Premier League viewership up 20% among young Americans
The Premier League has struck a chord with young Americans after the US co-hosted this year’s World Cup, with viewership for the English top-flight up 20% among those aged 18-34 ...
Torocsik takes world record and world apnea championship title in Limassol
The Free Immersion (FIM) world record has changed hands for the fifth time in 2026, and once again it belongs to Zsófia Törőcsik.
Törőcsik delivered a ...
Alcaraz battles past Munar to reach up Japan Open final
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz overcame early wobbles on his serve to outclass fellow Spaniard Jaume Munar 5-7 6-3 6-1 and reach the Japan Open final on Monday, taking a step ...
Messi farewell closes a long, hard-won love story with Argentina
When Lionel Messi makes his final appearance for Argentina on Tuesday, it will bring to an end a journey that began with the country’s football authorities not even knowing ...
Gauff hits out at racist abuse after replayed point in Beijing sparks backlash
Coco Gauff said she had received an “insane” amount of racial abuse on social media after the two-times Grand Slam champion beat local teenager Sun Xinran at the China Open ...
France come from behind to thrash Belgium 4-1
France came from a goal down to beat Belgium 4-1 in their Nations League Group A1 meeting at the Stade de France on Monday, while Italy secured a 3-1 win ...
Maccabi Tel Aviv eye Limassol as venue for home fixtures
A decision on whether Maccabi Tel Aviv will play their EuroLeague home games in Cyprus could be taken this week, amid an ongoing security review, reports said on Monday.
Daily ...
Medvedev disqualified from China Open semi after hitting ball into spectator’s face
Daniil Medvedev was disqualified from his China Open semi-final clash with Novak Djokovic after hitting a rebounding ball into the crowd, hitting a spectator in the eye.
World number five ...
Klopp’s Germany are putting in the effort but not getting results yet
When Germany coach Juergen Klopp walked off the pitch in Thessaloniki just before midnight on Sunday he knew that one win in his first four international matches in charge was ...
Norway boss warns of heavy toll on ‘thoroughly spent’ Haaland
Norway striker Erling Haaland is showing signs of physical fatigue following a relentless run of matches for club and country, raising concerns over his punishing workload.
The 26-year-old Manchester City ...
Mad Hatters’ bagpipes defy the Cyprus weather
In the Cyprus Cricket 40-over competition, presented by HurryCurry, two matches were played, with Telugu11 claiming a comprehensive victory over their sister side, Limassol Telugu, to earn the bragging rights.
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Tuchel says Scott can challenge Rice for midfield spot
England manager Thomas Tuchel said Declan Rice faces competition for his midfield spot after Alex Scott delivered an impressive performance on his first international start in Saturday’s 7-0 thrashing ...
Netherlands coach Xavi joins critics of new-look international window
Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez has joined the criticism of the new-look expanded international calendar, saying four Nations League matches in 11 days are filled with peril.
Instead of two international games ...
Portugal coach, federation open door for Ronaldo return
Portugal head coach Jorge Jesus said Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the national team if he chooses to, leaving the door open for the 41-year-old captain after his abrupt departure ...
Djokovic rallies past Zverev in thriller to reach China Open semi-finals
Novak Djokovic produced a trademark comeback to defeat top seed Alexander Zverev 4-6 6-4 6-4 and reach the China Open semi-finals on Sunday, extending his unbeaten record in the tournament.
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Hamilton says ‘heart sank’ as tyre gamble backfired before stunning Sepang recovery
By Rohith Nair
Lewis Hamilton said he had mixed emotions after the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia where he started second on the grid but dropped to 18th when a ...
Verstappen wins chaotic rain-delayed Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
By Rohith Nair
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen won a chaotic rain-hit Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Sunday for his first victory of the season after the race start ...
Modric ‘ashamed’ after England hand Croatia worst defeat in their history
Croatia’s Luka Modric said he was ashamed of his side’s performance after they lost 7-0 to England in Rijeka on Saturday, the heaviest defeat in their history.
Croatia’...
Sabalenka bundled out of China Open by Czech Bartunkova
Aryna Sabalenka crashed out of the China Open in the third round following a 6-4 6-3 by Czech Nikola Bartunkova in Beijing on Sunday, the latest setback in a frustrating ...
Tom Kim takes gold in Asian Games, earns full military exemption
Tom Kim claimed the gold medal in the individual stroke-play event at the Asian Games in Japan on Saturday, a victory that also gives the South Korean a full exemption ...