Johanna Konta of Great Britain plays a forehand in her third round match against Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark on day six of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 21, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. Britain’s Johanna Konta powered into the fourth round of the Australian Open for the second year in a row on Saturday, comfortably seeing off former world number one Caroline Wozniacki 6-3 6-1 on Margaret Court Arena.
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The Red’s golden boy Steven Gerrard will return to Liverpool
Steven Gerrard of Liverpool walks out to the pitch for warming up prior to the Barclays Premier League match between Stoke City and Liverpool at Britannia Stadium on May 24, 2015 in Stoke on Trent, England. Liverpool’s former captain and talisman Steven Gerrard will return to his roots as part of the Academy’s coaching set-up, the Premier League club announced on Friday.
Welcome to the Last 16: US Qualifier Brady Reaches 4th Round
Jennifer Brady had never played in one of the four Grand Slam events in tennis before she qualified for the Australian Open . Now the 21-year-old American is into the fourth round.
Pliskova, Strycova to lead Czechs in Fed Cup against Spain
Karolina Pliskova and Barbora Strycova will lead defending champion Czech Republic against Spain in the first round of Fed Cup. Pliskova and Strycova both have reached the third round at the Australian Open.
AusOpen: Angelique Kerber demolishes Pliskova to set up Vandeweghe challenge
Angelique Kerber of Germany plays a forehand in her third round match against Kristyna Pliskova of the Czech Republic on day five of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 20, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. World number one and reigning champion Angelique Kerber wasted no time in racing into the fourth round of the Australian Open with a 6-0 6-4 victory over Kristyna Pliskova on Rod Laver Arena on Friday.
Robinho in Brazil squad for Chape fundraiser versus Colombia
Veteran forward Robinho has been called back into Brazil’s national team for Wednesday’s friendly against Colombia – a match that will raise funds for the families of the victims of the Chapecoense team air crash. The former Real Madrid, Manchester City and AC Milan player has not played for Brazil since the 2015 Copa America.
Lazio coach Simone Inzaghi stepping out of brother’s shadow
Lazio coach Simone Inzaghi follows the Italian Cup, Round of 16 soccer match between Lazio and Genoa at the Rome Olympic stadium Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017. Lazio’s Ciro Immobile, top, celebrates after scoring during the Italian Cup, Round of 16 soccer match between Lazio and Genoa at the Rome Olympic stadium Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017.
Chelsea interest will disappear if Traore loses focus – Karanka
Adama Traore has been warned not to risk losing his place in the Middlesbrough team by getting carried away with Premier League leaders Chelsea’s pursuit of him. The Blues are understood to have registered an interest in the 20-year-old Spanish winger, who only joined Boro from Aston Villa in August, after a series of high-octane individual displays in the top flight.
Djokovic to lead Serbia against Russia in Davis Cup
Serbia state TV on Sunday quoted Djokovic as saying that he is “always happy” to play in the competition. He says “it is a special feeling when we are together playing for our country.”
Chelsea defender suffers major injury: He could undergo surgery
There are no MRI facilities available at the team’s base in Port Gentil so the defender was forced to travel to Librevile for his diagnosis.
Pliskova, Konta continues winning runs in Australia
Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic makes a forehand return to Russia’s Anna Blinkova during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017. less Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic makes a forehand return to Russia’s Anna Blinkova during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 19, … more Britain’s Johanna Konta serves to Japan’s Naomi Osaka during their second round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Thursday, Jan. 19, 2017.
Worm: Hunt on for Mediscare, One Nation on its knees
Good morning, early birds. A reshuffle in the ministry, the hottest year on record and bushfires across the country.
Xabi Alonso Reportedly Set to Retire After Bayern Munich Contract Expires
Bayern Munich star Xabi Alonso is reportedly planning to retire at the end of the season when his contract with the Bavarians is up. According to Sport Bild , the Spaniard will close the curtain on a glittering career when the current campaign ends, and the 35-year-old made his intentions clear to the powers that be at Bayern late last year.
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Kei Nishikori and Tomas Berdych win
MARTIN SAMUEL: Conte can win the title without Costa, it’s NOT typical to do a Payet and Merson’s right – Brit bosses get a raw deal ‘Who can say that he has been a champion in England? I can.
Stanislas Wawrinka into Australian Open third round
MARTIN SAMUEL: Conte can win the title without Costa, it’s NOT typical to do a Payet and Merson’s right – Brit bosses get a raw deal ‘Who can say that he has been a champion in England? I can.
Australian Open: Williams Advances in Quest for 23rd Grand Slam Title
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#AusOpen: Serena Williams cruises over Belinda Bencic to reach second round
Serena Williams of the United States prepares to return serve in her first round match against Belinda Bencic of Switzerland on day two of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 17, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. Serena Williams launched her bid for a 23rd grand slam title with a 6-4 6-3 win over Belinda Bencic at the Australian Open on Tuesday, swatting aside doubts over her fitness and motivation on a sweltering day at Melbourne Park.
#AusOpen: Johanna Konta survives Flipkens scare for a tricky start
Johanna Konta of Great Britain plays a forehand in her first round match against Kirsten Flipkens of Belgium on day two of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 17, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. Britain’s growing hopes of a first women’s grand slam champion in 40 years moved a step closer on Tuesday when ninth seed Johanna Konta took out Kirsten Flipkens 7-5 6-2 in the blazing sun at Australian Open.
Day 2: Novak, Serena and Co set for 1st-round matches
Serbia’s Novak Djokovic makes a backhand return during a practice session ahead of the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017. Serbia’s Novak Djokovic makes a backhand return during a practice session ahead of the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Sunday, Jan. 15, 2017.
LUFC Leeds Pull Out Of Proposed Friendly
The proposed friendly between Derby County and Leeds United during the March international break will not be going ahead according to reports. The Yorkshire Evening Post have reported that Leeds have turned down the opportunity to feature in the game at the Ipro Stadium against one of their promotion rivals.
Sport24.co.za | Dolly saga: Sundowns release statement
Mamelodi Sundowns released the email that they received on August 25, 2016, from Brian Marwood, Managing Director of City Football Services inviting Keagan Dolly to the Manchester City Football Academy. Dolly is currently in a legal battle with the Chloorkop side over his buyout clause, which has been amended by Sundowns.
The Latest: Venus says Serena is leading the way, again
Australia’s Destanee Aiava reaches to play a forehand to Germany’s Mona Barthel during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 16, 2017. Germany’s Mona Barthel plays a shot to Australia’s Destanee Aiava during their first round match at the Australian Open tennis championships in Melbourne, Australia, Monday, Jan. 16, 2017.
‘I’m pretty good at this,’ says victorious Venus
Venus Williams survived a rocky start to reach the second round of her 17th Australian Open on Monday, putting her 7-6 7-5 victory over Kateryna Kozlova down to hard-earned experience. Tennis – Australian Open – Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia – 16/1/17 Venus Williams of the U.S. reacts after winning her Women’s singles first round match against Ukraine’s Kateryna Kozlova.
Bayern sign Hoffenheim duo Rudy, Suele for next season
Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich have bolstered their defensive options by signing Hoffenheim team mates Sebastian Rudy and Niklas Suele for next season, the German champions said on Sunday. With captain Philipp Lahm and Spaniard Xabi Alonso nearing the end of their careers, Rudy, 26, will provide another option in defensive midfield, while 21-year-old Suele will be charged with plugging holes in Bayern’s central defence.
Boxing rabbi Foreman loses title fight in KO
Erislandy Lara knocked out Israeli boxer Yuri Foreman with a crushing left uppercut in the fourth round on Friday to retain his World Boxing Association super welterweight world title. Cuban southpaw Lara made good on his vow to make a statement against former champ Foreman, even though the knockdown he was credited with in round three looked more like a slip by the challenger.
Bending it like Faiz
Would Manuel Neuer, arguably the best goalkeeper on the planet, have saved Faiz Subri’s freekick goal that won him the Puskas Award? That was a question that Bayern Munich social media team asked their fans in a tweet. The tweet was accompanied by a selfie of Neuer and Faiz, taken by the former.
Breakthrough: Muller wins at Sydney to prevent British sweep
Gilles Muller of Luxembourg holds his trophy as he celebrates his win over Britain’s Daniel Evans in the men’s singles final of the Sydney International tennis tournament in Sydney, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017. Gilles Muller of Luxembourg, left, and Britain’s Daniel Evans, right, pose for a photo with their trophies with former player Rod Laver after Muller won the men’s singles final at the Sydney International tennis tournament in Sydney, Australia, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017.
Park Avenue set to face attacking threat from former player Simon Ainge
OLD boy Simon Ainge is set to pose a new threat to Park Avenue when they visit Harrogate Town today. The experienced defender was switched to attack last week and scored four times as he helped his side to a 6-3 win over Alfreton – their first victory in four games.
Sean Dyche insists Burnley will continue to be run prudently
Sean Dyche stressed Burnley will continue to be run prudently after a financial study from UEFA showed they had a greater operating profit than the likes of Bayern Munich in 2015. UEFA released their eighth annual club licensing benchmark report on Thursday, offering an insight into European teams’ financial status up until the end of 2015, and alongside the usual continental powerhouses at the top of the profit lists were Dyche’s Clarets.
Loy vows to help keep St Mirren in the Championship
New St Mirren striker Rory Loy admits he has unfinished business at the club after struggling to make an impact in his first spell seven years ago. The 28-year-old returned to the Paisley outfit yesterday on a loan deal from Dundee until the end of the season and has vowed to play his part in keeping the Saints in the Championship.
Patrick McEnroe: Count out Rafa and Roger for Australian Open
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Mayweather: Canelo Knocks Golovkin Out, Eventually Fights Spence
Retired former five division world champion Floyd Mayweather Jr. believes Saul “Canelo” Alvarez will score a knockout win over IBF, IBO, WBC, WBA middleweight champion Gennady ‘GGG’ Golovkin – if and when they meet in the ring. There are ongoing discussions for Canelo and Golovkin to face each other in September during Mexican Independence Day weekend.
Tennis integrity watchdog had its most ‘prolific’ year for prosecutions
Tennis authorities have highlighted the successful conviction of nine players and officials by the Tennis Integrity Unit last year as a pointer to its investment in tackling corruption in the sport was paying off. It’s one year since a Buzzfeed and BBC report on the opening day of the Australian Open thrust the issue of match fixing and spot fixing in tennis back into the spotlight.
Horgan has ‘potential to excite’ Preston fans, says Grayson
The Irish winger came on for the final minutes against Arsenal and showed glimpses of his ability to entertain the crowd, according to his manager Preston North End manager Simon Grayson says that Daryl Horgan is a player with “the potential to excite” after the midfielder made his debut for the club. Horgan, who joined the Championship club from League of Ireland champions Dundalk in December, made his first appearance in the FA Cup third round defeat to Arsenal on January 7. The 24-year-old came on as a substitute with 10 minutes remaining and, though his side eventually succumbed to a late Olivier Giroud goal, Grayson was pleased with Horgan’s contribution.
Torquay United: Councillor Richard Haddock ‘amazed’ at all… 1
THE CURRENT climate of rumour and speculation about the future of Torquay United’s Plainmoor ground is not helping the club, landlords Torbay Council or any of the stakeholders, says one of the leading councillors who will decide the future of the site. “Nobody has come to us with any plan, and there is definitely no deal,” insisted Cllr Richard Haddock, the Council’s executive lead for business and chairman of the key Policy, Development & Decision Group.
Andy Murray will be number one seed at a grand slam for the first time in Australia next week
World number one Andy Murray has strengthened his position at the top of the rankings despite being beaten by Novak Djokovic in the final of the Qatar Open last week. Murray took his place at the summit of the men’s game after a scintillating run in the second half of 2016 saw him usurp Djokovic and end the Serb’s 122-week reign as world number one.
Andy Murray believes there is more to come from him in 2017 as he switches focus to success at the Australian Open following a dramatic three-set defeat to Novak Djokovic in the final of the Qatar Open. Defending champion Djokovic appeared to be heading for a straight-sets win in Doha, but Murray saved three match points before taking the tie to a decider.
Portugal: Sporting Lisbon B Team Concede While Still Celebrating Offside Goal
If ever there was an incident which perfectly summed up end-to-end football, it’s this rather amusing incident from a clash in Portugal between the B teams of Sporting Lisbon and Sporting Braga. During the game, Lisbon’s B side thought they had scored a goal, courtesy of a Pedro Delgado header from a free-kick.
A Man Utd great – Rooney deserves his place in Old Trafford history
The skipper racked up his record-equalling 249th Manchester United goal on Saturday, and Kris Voakes argues that he should be regarded as one of the club’s greatest players “It’s a strange twist of fate that if Newcastle hadn’t come in for him he wouldn’t be here, he’d probably still be at Everton,” explained the legendary manager. “Once we knew Everton were talking to another club we had to do something.
Pliskova climbs to fifth in world with Brisbane triumph
The leading Czech women’s tennis player, KarolA na PlA A kovA , has won the seventh WTA title of her career. The 24-year-old will now climb to fifth in the world rankings, equalling her previous best placing, after beating Frances Alize Cornet 6-0 6-3 in the final of the Brisbane International in Australia on Saturday.