NHL superstar Ovechkin ‘was asked’ to film Putin ad, team says
Russian sports icon joins prominent domestic figures promoting the ruling United Russia party ahead of elections.
Category Archives: Sport
Mbappe, Vinicius and Konate court controversy with Ceuta solidarity shirts
The three footballers partially covered up a slogan in solidarity with Ceuta worn by the rest of their teams.
Man City boss Maresca defends VAR after controversial Haaland derby goal
The VAR debate has raged since the Manchester derby, but Enzo Maresca says it wrongly overshadows City's win at United
Saudi club Al Taawoun faces fine, stadium closure over Diogo Jota chants
Taawoun football fans chanted late Portugal player Jota's name at Al Hilal's Neves, prompting Ronaldo to call for a ban.
Eto’o could face Cameroon probe over alleged Russia payment
Ex-Chelsea and Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o faces a probe over allegations of embezzlement in his Cameroon FA role.
India beat Afghanistan by seven wickets to seal T20 series
Sanju Samson's half century helps India seal three-match series with wins in first two games.
Leeds United defeat Newcastle 4-1 to go third in Premier League
Goals from in-form forward Calvert-Lewin, Okafor and Bogle boost Leeds' standing in the league table.
Pakistan fined, docked 11 points in Edgbaston Test for slow over rate
The visitors were 11 overs short of their target as England won the match by eight wickets to sweep the series 3-0.
North Korea thrash Bangladesh 10-0 in Asian Games women’s football
North Korea, enjoying support in the stands, were up 7-0 by half-time and are favourites for the gold.
Eto’o faces allegations of embezzlement in Cameroon FA presidency role
Ex-Chelsea and Barcelona striker Samuel Eto’o faces new allegations over Cameroon FA finances under his presidency.
Zverev defeats Shelton in four sets to win his first US Open title
Germany's Alexander Zverev beats American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 to win the men's singles title in New York.
Barcelona beat Levante as Yamal scores twice to maintain perfect start
Barcelona have won all six games this season and sit top of La Liga with five wins from five after victory at Levante.
Jefferson-Wooden, Bednarek complete Ultimate Championship sprint doubles
The Americans won the 100m and 200m at the Ultimate Championship that saw elite athletes win $150,000 each.
Manchester City wrongly awarded Haaland goal by VAR at United: Refs’ body
Erling Haaland's derby winner against Manchester United should not have stood, Premier League referees' body admits.
F1 leader Antonelli wins Spanish Grand Prix as unlucky Norris misses out
The 20-year-old Italian has extended his championship lead to 81 points after 14 rounds.
US Open men’s final live: Alexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton
Follow our live build-up, predictions, score, match photos and text commentary stream of the men's final in New York.
LIVE: Manchester United vs Manchester City – Premier League
Follow updates from our live text commentary stream coverage as Bruno Fernandes and Erling Haaland star in the derby.
India vs Sri Lanka live: Asia Cup final
Follow our live team score, photos and text commentary stream from the final in Dubai as Sri Lanka chase 184 to win.
Mbappe double helps Real Madrid thump Rayo Vallecano 4–1 in La Liga
Goals from Bellingham and Carreras ease pressure on Madrid manager Mourinho after they lost their last league game.
Alexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton: US Open men’s singles final – all to know
Ben Shelton faces Alexander Zverev in the US final, hoping to end a 23-year drought in Grand Slams for American men.