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'Two different realities,' says Ukraine tennis captain Savchuk
Ukraine's national tennis team say they are existing "in two different realities" as they prepare for a Billie Jean King Cup clash in the United States this weekend while war rages at home.
Beaten Alcaraz not distracted by 'expectations on me'
Carlos Alcaraz insists that his shock exit at the Monte Carlo Masters was not a consequence of his sudden rise to fame which has seen him earmarked as a future Grand Slam champion and world number one.
Sheffield wins Brabantse Pijl as Alaphilippe suffers spectacular fall
New York teenager Magnus Sheffield broke away for a solo triumph at cycling's Brabantse Pijl one-day classic on Wednesday while world champion Julian Alaphilippe crashed after his own team car caused a domino effect of falls.
Beaten Alcaraz not distracted by 'expectations'
Carlos Alcaraz insists that his shock exit at the Monte Carlo Masters was not a consequence of his sudden rise to fame which has seen him earmarked as a future Grand Slam champion and world number one.
Ukrainian climber on Everest to call for global support
A Ukrainian climber said Wednesday she will summit Mount Everest carrying her national flag to rally global support for her country and boost morale among those fighting the Russian invasion.
Villarreal show that smaller is beautiful in the Champions League
At a time when a clique of super clubs has cemented its grip on the Champions League and the riches that go with it, Villarreal's surprise progress to the semi-finals of Europe's elite competition is to be savoured.
Tuchel 'proud' of Chelsea despite Champions League heartbreak
Thomas Tuchel hailed his "special team" after Chelsea's reign as European champions came to an agonising end, with his task now to lift his players for a crucial FA Cup semi-final this weekend.
Real Madrid's veteran thoroughbreds keeping European Cup dream alive
Real Madrid were given an almighty scare by Chelsea on Tuesday but the eternal brilliance of Luka Modric and Karim Benzema prevailed and now they are in sight of their 14th European Cup.
Bayern pick up the pieces after 'bitter' Champions League defeat
There were 70,000 at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday, but you could have heard a pin drop among home Bayern Munich fans when Villarreal equalised with two minutes left to dump the Germans out of the Champions League.
First woman on-field coach makes Major League Baseball history
Alyssa Nakken created a piece of baseball history on Tuesday after becoming the first woman to coach on-field in a Major League game as the San Francisco Giants thrashed the San Diego Padres.
Barcelona in need of rare European home victory against Frankfurt
Barcelona have toiled at home in continental competition this season but they will need to find a way past Eintracht Frankfurt at the Camp Nou on Thursday if they are to reach the semi-finals of the Europa League.
Australia appoint Andrew McDonald as cricket coach
Australia's top cricket body appointed Andrew McDonald as national coach on Wednesday, two months after the shock departure of Justin Langer.
Villarreal fuelled to Bayern win by Nagelsmann remark, says Moreno
Villarreal forward Gerard Moreno said comments by Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann inspired the Spaniards to their shock 2-1 aggregate win over the German giants in the Champions League quarter-finals on Tuesday.
Benzema sinks brave Chelsea in extra time as Real Madrid reach semi-finals
Luka Modric turned the tie and Karim Benzema settled it as Real Madrid held off a sensational fightback from Chelsea on Tuesday to win an enthralling Champions League quarter-final 5-4 on aggregate.
Commanders accused of 'troubling' financial conduct: lawmakers
The Washington Commanders cheated fans out of millions of dollars in refund money and hid income from the NFL as part of a long-running pattern of financial misconduct, US lawmakers said Tuesday.
Real Madrid beat Chelsea in extra time to reach semi-finals
Luka Modric turned the tie and Karim Benzema settled it as Real Madrid held off a sensational fightback from Chelsea on Tuesday to win an enthralling Champions League quarter-final 5-4 on aggregate.
Villarreal stun Bayern to reach Champions League semi-finals
Villarreal dumped Bayern Munich out of the Champions League on Tuesday, Samuel Chukwueze's 88th-minute strike at the Allianz Arena giving the Spaniards a 1-1 draw in the second leg of their quarter-final tie that took them through 2-1 on aggregate.
Djokovic 'runs out of gas' in Monte Carlo defeat
Novak Djokovic said he "ran out of gas" as he lost his opening match at the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday in just his second tournament of the year following his refusal to get vaccinated against Covid-19.
Sale chief sees 'long-term benefits' in losing Springbok duo
Sale may be losing two South Africa World Cup-winners in Faf de Klerk and Lood de Jager at the end of the season but director of rugby Alex Sanderson believes the departure of the Springbok stars could benefit English rugby union in the long run.
Djokovic loses Monte Carlo opener
Novak Djokovic crashed out in his opening match at the Monte Carlo Masters on Tuesday as the world number one played in just his second tournament of the year following his refusal to get vaccinated against Covid-19.
Clijsters retires from tennis for third time
Former women's world number one Kim Clijsters has retired from competitive tennis for the third time in her career, she announced on Tuesday.
Manchester City captain Fernandinho surprises Guardiola by announcing exit
Manchester City captain Fernandinho shocked manager Pep Guardiola by saying Tuesday he planned to leave the English champions at the end of the season.
Platini and Blatter fraud trial set for June
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter and former UEFA chief Michel Platini will appear before Swiss prosecutors on charges of fraud between 8-22 June, the criminal court concerned said Tuesday.
Manchester City captain Fernandinho suprises Guardiola by announcing exit
Manchester City captain Fernandinho shocked manager Pep Guardiola by saying Tuesday he planned to leave the English champions at the end of the season.
Manchester City captain Fernandinho stuns Guardiola by announcing exit
Manchester City captain Fernandinho shocked manager Pep Guardiola by saying Tuesday he planned to leave the English champions at the end of the season.
Klopp says Liverpool's FA Cup semi-final has no bearing on Benfica line-up
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has insisted a looming FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City will have no impact on his team selection for Wednesday's Champions League tie at home to Benfica.
Simeone calls for more respect amid criticism of Atletico style against City
Diego Simeone has called for critics of Atletico Madrid's style of play to show more respect ahead of the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Manchester City on Wednesday.
Injured Nadal still unable to train with a racket, will miss Barcelona
Rafael Nadal has not yet been able to resume training with a racket, said one of his team said on Tuesday, adding that the world No. 4 will "logically" miss the Barcelona tournament next week.
England's Rowntree to succeed Van Graan as Munster head coach
Former England prop Graham Rowntree will succeed Johann van Graan as head coach of Munster, it was announced Tuesday.
Man Utd fans planning 'constant' protest against Glazers
Manchester United fans are planning a protest against the Glazer family, the owners of the English football giants, on Saturday.
Rugby chiefs considering 20-minute red card global trial
World Rugby are to examine the possibility of introducing the 20-minute red card as a global law trial.
Australia's Victoria state to host 'bold' 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Australian state of Victoria said on Tuesday that it will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with all sporting events taking place outside the state capital Melbourne and scattered across several towns.
NZ rugby review reveals cultural insensitivity, body-shaming
New Zealand Rugby's chief executive says the governing body has "to do better" after coaches were found to have made culturally insensitive comments to the country's top women players and indulged in favouritism and body-shaming.
Australia's Victoria state to host 2026 Commonwealth Games
The Australian state of Victoria announced Tuesday that it will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with all sporting events taking place outside of the state capital Melbourne.
Lemar: 'It might not look pretty, but it works. Atletico win.'
"It’s not about advice, says Thomas Lemar. "It’s more when he talks, the way he talks, his honesty. That’s what makes you play out of your skin."
Netherlands coach Van Gaal says cancer treatment behind him
Netherlands football coach Louis van Gaal insisted Monday that he was fit enough to lead his nation to the World Cup finals saying his prostate cancer treatment has been successful.
Brown slams England coach Jones over 2019 World Cup axe
Mike Brown has added to the scrutiny on Eddie Jones by saying he was on the receiving end of a foul-mouthed rant when the England coach left him out of his squad for the 2019 World Cup in Japan.
Colombian 'Colossus' Rincon critical after bus crash
Former Colombian star midfielder Freddy Rincon is in critical condition following a collision between the vehicle he was traveling in and a bus, authorities said on Monday.
Vogel fired by Lakers after season flop
The Los Angeles Lakers sacked coach Frank Vogel on Monday following the team's disastrous failure to reach the NBA playoffs.