How dark horses Serbia and Germany reached FIBA World Cup final
Last two teams standing defeated NBA star-studded USA and Canada to make it to an all-Europe basketball World Cup final.
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Sean Strickland upsets Israel Adesanya to take UFC middleweight title
The 32-year-old Strickland, who made a stir with controversial comments, wins unanimous five-round decision.
Coco Gauff beats Aryna Sabalenka in US Open final to win first Grand Slam
The 19-year-old American wins the US Open women's singles title with 2-6, 6-3, 6-2 victory over Belarus's Sabalenka.
US Open players hail support as diverse tennis crowds make some noise
While Wimbledon's crowds are noticeably white, the US Open is a multicultural microcosm of the city that hosts it.
‘I have no words’: Neymar breaks Pele’s Brazil goal-scoring record
Al Hilal's Neymar scored his 78th and 79th goals for Brazil in a 5-1 World Cup qualifying demolition of Bolivia.
Germany stun favourites US to reach the final of basketball World Cup
Gordon Herbert's side will now face Serbia on Sunday for the World Cup title.
Serbia defeat Canada 95-86 to reach basketball World Cup final
Bogdan Bogdanovic scores 23 in 95-86 win over Canada to help Serbia reach its second final in last three editions.
Climate protesters interrupt Coco Gauff semifinal win at US Open
Semifinal match delayed by 49 minutes because of environmental activist demonstration over fossil fuels.
Spain’s Jenni Hermoso files legal complaint against Rubiales over kiss
Prosecutor's office says the footballer filed the case against the football chief on Tuesday.
Jordan Henderson defends move to Saudi Arabia after LGBTQ rights criticism
The England star, who has spoken out in support of LGBTQ rights, apologises for hurt caused by his move to Al Ettifaq.
Al Ittihad offer Liverpool world record fee for Mohamed Salah: Report
The Sun reports that officials from the Saudi club are in the UK to make a $270m offer for the Egyptian superstar.
Brazil drop Manchester United’s Antony over domestic violence claims
Brazilian football federation has replaced the Manchester United player with Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus.
‘Historic move’: Saudi football clubs to play in Iran as travel ban lifted
Saudi Pro League clubs featuring top international stars will play their Champions League games in Iran, the AFC said.
Defending champion Iga Swiatek out of US Open after losing to Ostapenko
The world number one and top seed lost by two sets to one to Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko.
Heath Streak, former Zimbabwe cricket captain, dies aged 49
Zimbabwe's all-time leading wicket-taker dies after a battle with cancer.
Saudi Arabia’s e-sports looking to nurture its own hit games
The kingdom is making investments and training new local talent as it aims to become a powerhouse in game development.
‘More than basketball’: South Sudan go from underdogs to history-makers
South Sudan have made history by winning their first FIBA World Cup game and by qualifying for the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Liverpool reject Al Ittihad’s $189m bid for Mohamed Salah
The Saudi Pro League club are pressing for a deal for Egyptian forward Salah, but Liverpool insist he is not for sale.
Cuba’s female boxers dream of Olympic glory after ban lifted
Cuban women fight to make name for themselves in the world of boxing that was, until very recently, only open to men.
Iran bans weightlifter for life after he shakes Israeli’s hand on podium
Committee for veteran weightlifters also dissolved after the two athletes take photo at championships in Poland.