Saudi Arabian Grand Prix going ahead despite rebel attack
Drivers and team bosses discuss safety concerns after an attack on Saudi Arabia by Houthi fighters in Yemen.
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Egypt, Algeria seal narrow wins in Qatar World Cup qualifiers
Just five goals scored across five first-leg matches in Africa's World Cup qualifying playoffs.
Japan and Saudi Arabia qualify for football World Cup
Japan beat Australia to leave the Socceroos facing a tricky playoff to qualify for the Qatar World Cup.
Ticketless fans may struggle for rooms during Qatar World Cup
Qatar 2022 organisers launch accommodation portal, saying that 'fans with tickets will be a priority'.
Cricket: Expanded IPL returns to India with COVID curbs
Galaxy of top names and two new franchises expand world's richest cricket competition to 10 teams for 15th edition.
Football: Qatar World Cup places on offer as qualifiers resume
Fifteen teams have already qualified for the 2022 World Cup. Now, the remaining 44 are competing for the 17 spots.
Russia among four candidates to host Euro 2028 and 2032
Russia and Turkey will go up against a joint bid by the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland to host Euro 2028.
WNBA star Griner in ‘good condition’ in Russian detention: US
State Department says a US diplomat was able to visit Brittney Griner, who has been detained in Russia since last month.
Pakistan, Australia matches moved to Lahore on ‘political’ ground
Several political rallies for and against the government are planned in Islamabad in the coming days and weeks.
WNBA’s Brittney Griner arrest extended to May 19: Russian media
Russia's TASS news agency says a court near Moscow announced it has extended the detention of WNBA star Brittney Griner.
Photos: Curtain closes on Paralympics as China and Ukraine star
Ukraine's athletes came a remarkable second in the medals table, with China topping the count to claim 61 medals in all.
Ronaldo lays claim to all-time leading scorer record on 807 goals
The all-time top goalscorer title in football is much contested and FIFA does not keep an official record.
Ukrainian gymnastics overshadowed by war
The team continues to train in Doha, Qatar as Russia's invasion of Ukraine shows no signs of slowing down.
Chelsea faces restrictions as owner Abramovich sanctioned
The sale of the club is now on hold and activities such as selling new tickets and signing players have been restricted.
Russia’s Kuliak faces disciplinary action after showing Z symbol
Russian gymnast who sported letter linked to invasion of Ukraine on medals podium blasted by sport body.
WNBA star Brittney Griner arrested in Russia on drug charges
Griner arrested in February at a Moscow airport after Russian authorities said her luggage contained vape cartridges.
Beijing Winter Paralympics open after athlete ban controversy
IOC called on sporting federations to exclude Russian and Belarusian athletes after Moscow's invasion of Ukraine.
Australian cricket legend Shane Warne dies aged 52
Warne's management says he died of a suspected heart attack in Koh Samui, Thailand.
Abramovich to sell Chelsea amid fallout from Russia-Ukraine war
Russian billionaire says the proceeds of the sale will go to a foundation dedicated to victims of the war in Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine war: Which sporting bodies have banned Russia?
Sporting bodies around the world move to bar Russian athletes from competing in international events.