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Borthwick unveils new contracts for leading England players
England rugby coach Steve Borthwick announced Friday that 17 players had been awarded enhanced "Elite Player Squad" (EPS) contracts, giving him greater control over his top stars.
Verstappen says 'definitely' his intention to remain at Red Bull
Max Verstappen has told AFP it is "definitely" his intention to remain at Red Bull until 2028 despite a turbulent season on and off the track.
Mbappe can launch Madrid career in first Clasico
Kylian Mbappe's start at Real Madrid has been satisfactory, his performances neither spectacular nor underwhelming, but Saturday's La Liga Clasico offers the French superstar a springboard to kick on from.
Pressure is part of manager's life, says troubled West Ham boss Lopetegui
West Ham's Julen Lopetegui said under-fire managers should not complain about pressure as he prepared to face Manchester United's Erik ten Hag in a battle of bosses in the hot seat.
Hirscher confirms return from retirement at World Cup opener
Alpine skiing legend Marcel Hirscher on Friday confirmed that he will make his return from retirement to compete in this season's opening men's World Cup race in Soelden, Austria, on the weekend.
De Zerbi hails Greenwood as Marseille await Paris Saint-Germain
Ligue 1 leaders Paris Saint-Germain make a risk-laden trip to the Mediterranean coast Sunday where bitter rivals Marseille and their developing English stars Mason Greenwood and Jonathan Rowe are sharpening their knives.
Under-fire Ten Hag blames injuries for derailing Man Utd
Erik ten Hag has blamed Manchester United's lengthy injury list for the wretched run that has left the beleaguered boss fighting to save his job.
Wounded Arsenal must show 'ruthless mentality' against Liverpool: Arteta
Mikel Arteta says Arsenal cannot afford to feel sorry for themselves after a rash of injuries and William Saliba's suspension ruined their preparation for Sunday's blockbuster clash with Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Howe challenges Newcastle stars to step up
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe says the challenge of keeping his star players happy is a "two-way thing" as the club pursue an upward curve.
New Zealand eye history after Santner's 7-53 in India Test
New Zealand were in sight of a historic series win in India after spinner Mitchell Santner took 7-53 to help bowl out the hosts cheaply in the second Test on Friday.
Guardiola backs Man City's Foden to emerge from slump
Pep Guardiola believes Phil Foden is set to emerge from his slump after the Manchester City forward admitted he has been suffering from burnout.
England reeling at 24-3 after gritty Shakeel century
Spinners Sajid Khan and Noman Ali left England reeling at 24-3 after Saud Shakeel's fighting hundred put Pakistan ahead in the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi on Friday.
Postecoglou says hype will not affect teenage star Moore
Ange Postecoglou says Tottenham's teenage winger Mikey Moore is in no danger of being fazed by comparisons with Brazil great Neymar after he dazzled against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League.
PSG reject league order to pay Mbappe 55 mn euros in back pay
Paris Saint-Germain will refuse to comply with an order by the league to pay Kylian Mbappe 55 million euros ($59.5 million) in back pay, a source close to the case told AFP on Friday.
Olympic champion Zheng finds mojo to reach Tokyo semis
Zheng Qinwen reached the Tokyo semi-finals on Friday despite admitting to struggling for motivation after winning Olympic gold and receiving a hero's welcome in her native China.
Gritty Shakeel century gives Pakistan lead over England in third Test
Saud Shakeel's fighting century propelled Pakistan to 344 on day two of the series-deciding third Test against England in Rawalpindi on Friday, gaining a first-innings lead of 77 runs.
Ancelotti 'not losing sleep' over improved Barca ahead of Clasico
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said La Liga leaders Barcelona's revival is not keeping him up at night ahead of Saturday's Clasico.
New Zealand lead by 301 after Santner's 7-53 in India Test
New Zealand extended their lead to a commanding 301 after spinner Mitchell Santner took 7-53 to bowl out India cheaply on day two of the second Test on Friday.
Slot targets Arsenal scalp after flying start for Liverpool
Arne Slot says his Liverpool team are "matching his expectations" after their flying start to the season as he prepares for a tough test against Arsenal.
Shakeel's gritty century lifts Pakistan to parity in third Test
Middle-order batsman Saud Shakeel's gritty century helped Pakistan fight back to equal England's first innings total of 267 at tea on day two of the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi on Friday.
Marc Marquez clocks lap record to go fastest in Thai MotoGP practice
Marc Marquez topped the timesheets in practice Friday for the Thailand MotoGP with a lap record, as championship rivals Jorge Martin came second and Francesco Bagnaia fourth.
New Zealand on top after Santner's 7-53 in India Test
New Zealand extended their lead to a challenging 188 after spinner Mitchell Santner took 7-53 to bowl out India cheaply on day two of the second Test on Friday.
Ahmed triple strike leaves Pakistan 187-7 in third Test
Rehan Ahmed's three quick wickets turned an evenly poised deciding third Test England's way on Friday, leaving Pakistan teetering on 187-7 in Rawalpindi.
Tunisian freediver Walid Boudhiaf eyes records and developing the sport
Tunisian freediver Walid Boudhiaf, the Arab world's only international champion in the sport and a one-time world record holder at 150 metres, is eyeing new achievements and hopes to expand the sport in his home country, where "thousands practise it without even realising".
Schauffele makes up ground in Japan after opening-day nightmare
Birthday boy Xander Schauffele shot a five-under-par 65 at the US PGA Tour's Zozo Championship in Japan on Friday to make up ground following his opening-day quadruple bogey.
Santner takes seven as New Zealand bowl out India for 156
Mitchell Santner led a New Zealand spin blitz with seven wickets on a turning Pune pitch to help dismiss India for 156 on day two of the second Test on Friday.
India 107-7 after Santner takes four wickets for New Zealand
Mitchell Santner led a New Zealand spin blitz on a turning Pune pitch to leave India in serious trouble on 107-7 at lunch on day two of the second Test on Friday.
Thunder roll past Jokic's Nuggets to open NBA campaign
The Oklahoma City Thunder, fueled by big games from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren, opened their NBA campaign with a dominant 102-87 victory over Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets in Denver on Thursday.
Bezzecchi quickest in opening practice for Thai MotoGP
Marco Bezzecchi was fastest in opening practice for the Thailand MotoGP on Friday with championship rivals Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia second and third respectively.
Stafford throws four touchdowns as Rams beat Vikings
Quarterback Matthew Stafford threw for 279 yards and four touchdowns Thursday to pilot the Rams to a 30-20 NFL victory over Minnesota in Los Angeles, handing the Vikings just their second defeat of the season.
Stung in Europe, Bayern and Dortmund face tricky away trips
Stung in their midweek Champions League fixtures in Spain, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund face tricky away fixtures as they return to the Bundesliga this weekend.
Confident Barca visit unpredictable Liga champions Madrid
La Liga leaders Barcelona visit rivals Real Madrid in a mouthwatering Clasico on Saturday, aiming to strike a significant blow in the Spanish title race.