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South African teams will raise level of European competitions: French chief

The controversial introduction of South African teams into next season's European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup competitions should be welcomed, Rene Bouscatel president of the French Rugby League (LNR) told AFP on Saturday.

New Zealand duo eye hundreds after rain delay in 1st Test against England

New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell had the chance to complete coveted centuries at Lord's after rain delayed the scheduled start of the third day's play in the first Test against England on Saturday by 30 minutes.

Blues and Chiefs book Super Rugby semi-final berths

The Auckland Blues overcame a nervous start and the Waikato Chiefs delivered a lesson in clinical finishing as both New Zealand teams emphatically booked Super Rugby Pacific semi-final berths on Saturday.

Nadal aims to be French Open's oldest champion against pupil Ruud

Rafael Nadal will become the oldest man to win the French Open title if he defeats Casper Ruud, the Norwegian whose clay court talents he has personally helped foster.

Benzema -- The Good, The Bad and the Ugly side of French football

French football star Karim Benzema, who provokes passionate opinions -- being adored or disliked in equal measure -- has made a spectacular return to "Les Bleus" despite the "sex tape" scandal in which he has finally waived an appeal against his one-year suspended sentence.

Rangers top Lighting 3-2 for commanding lead in NHL East final

The New York Rangers beat the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning 3-2 on Friday to take a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven NHL Eastern Conference final.

Japanese man becomes world's oldest to sail solo across Pacific

An 83-year-old yachtsman arrived in Japan early Saturday morning after a solo, non-stop trip across the Pacific, becoming the oldest person ever to achieve the feat.

Haney blasts Kambosos as 'not a true champion' after missing weight

George Kambosos was slammed Saturday as not "a true champion" after initially failing to make the weight for his clash with Devin Haney to become the unified and undisputed lightweight world champion.

Harigae, Lee share halfway lead in US Women's Open

World number four Minjee Lee fired a five-under-par 66 on Friday to grab a share of the 36-hole lead alongside Mina Harigae at the 77th US Women's Open in North Carolina.

Australia's Smith leads PGA Memorial by one

Australia's Cameron Smith fired a three-under-par 69 to take a one-shot lead at the halfway stage of the PGA Tour's Memorial tournament in Ohio on Friday.

French Open semi-final interrupted as protester ties herself to net

The French Open semi-final between Casper Ruud and Marin Cilic was held up for 13 minutes Friday when a protestor ran onto the court and tied herself to the net.

Kang playing with spinal tumor at US Women's Open

American golfer Danielle Kang confirmed Friday she is battling a spinal tumor after completing her second round at the US Women's Open.

Winning debut for French coach Gasset as Ivory Coast thump Zambia

French coach Jean-Louis Gasset made a winning debut as boss of the Ivory Coast on Friday when the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations hosts beat Zambia 3-1 in a Group H opener in Yamoussoukro.

Denmark recover from Benzema strike to beat France in Nations League

Substitute Andreas Cornelius scored twice as Denmark recovered from conceding to a brilliant Karim Benzema goal to beat France 2-1 on Friday in the UEFA Nations League at the Stade de France, the first match at the venue since the chaos that marred last weekend's Champions League final.

Nadal, Ruud into French Open final on day of injury and protest drama

Rafael Nadal reached his 14th French Open final on Friday when Alexander Zverev was forced to quit their last-four clash after suffering a sickening right ankle injury on a day of drama at Roland Garros.

Ruud sets-up French Open final against 'idol' Nadal

Casper Ruud became the first Norwegian man to reach a Grand Slam final on Friday when he set-up a French Open title clash with 13-time champion Rafael Nadal, the man he described as his "idol".

Blundell puts personal ambition aside as New Zealand dominate England

Tom Blundell has insisted thoughts of a coveted place on the Lord's honours board will be at the back of his mind after helping to bat New Zealand into a commanding position against England at the 'Home of Cricket'.

French Open semi-final halted as protester ties herself to net

The French Open semi-final between Casper Ruud and Marin Cilic was held up Friday when a protestor ran onto the court and tied herself to the net.

UEFA apologises to fans over Champions League final chaos

UEFA apologised to spectators for the first time on Friday for their "frightening and distressing" experience ahead of the Champions League final, saying no football fan should go through such mayhem.

Nadal would prefer to 'lose French Open final' and get new foot

Rafael Nadal said he would "prefer to lose Sunday's final" in exchange for a new left foot after making his 14th French Open championship match on Friday.

US players relishing Uruguay test

USA midfielder Brenden Aaronson believes playing Uruguay on Sunday will give Gregg Berhalter's squad the kind of serious test which will boost their preparations ahead of the World Cup, where the USA's first round opponents include England, Iran and either Ukraine or Wales.

Mitchell and Blundell put New Zealand on top against England

Daryl Mitchell and Tom Blundell were both eyeing coveted hundreds at Lord's after batting New Zealand into a commanding position on Friday's second day of the first Test against England.

Alexander Zverev: Other recent Grand Slam injuries

Alexander Zverev was forced out of the French Open on Friday after suffering an ankle injury during his semi-final against Rafael Nadal at Roland Garros.

'It's human to feel for Zverev,' says Nadal

Rafael Nadal said it was only "human" of him to feel sympathy for Alexander Zverev who was forced to retire from their French Open semi-final on Friday after injuring his ankle in a horror fall.

Ham confirmed as Lakers coach: statement

Darvin Ham was formally confirmed as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, the team announced in a statement.

Nadal into 14th French Open final as Zverev quits with horror injury

Rafael Nadal reached his 14th French Open final on Friday when Alexander Zverev was forced to quit their semi-final after suffering a sickening right ankle injury.

Nadal into 14th French Open final after Zverev quits with horror injury

Rafael Nadal reached his 14th French Open final on Friday after Alexander Zverev was forced to quit their semi-final after suffering a horror right ankle injury.

Girardi fired by slumping Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies sacked manager Joe Girardi on Friday, citing the team's sluggish start to the season.

Trainer O'Brien wins record 41st British classic as Tuesday takes Oaks

Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien trained a record 41st British classic winner on Friday as his filly Tuesday won the Epsom Oaks in a thrilling finish.

Mueller-Weiss: The condition that Nadal has to live with

Rafael Nadal has been playing in considerable pain for at least year with Mueller-Weiss Syndrome, a rare degenerative condition affecting bones in the feet.

Espargaro quickest in practice for Catalonia MotoGP

Local boy Aleix Espargaro set the pace during Friday's two practice sessions for the Catalonia MotoGP, edging his Aprilia teammate Maverick Vinales.

Mitchell leads New Zealand revival against England in 1st Test

New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell starred with the bat, after England debutant Matthew Potts had rocked the Black Caps once again, to leave the first Test at Lord's intriguingly poised at tea on Friday's second day.

Three things on French Open finalist Iga Swiatek

Iga Swiatek has taken the WTA Tour by storm this season, rising to world number one on the back of 34 straight wins and five successive titles and will face Coco Gauff in Saturday's French Open final.

Bigger issues than tennis on Gauff's mind in Paris

They were just four words written in haste on a TV camera, but Coco Gauff has already left a lasting impression on the French Open regardless of whether or not she wins a maiden Grand Slam title on Saturday.

Germany boss Flick wary of Mancini's under-fire Italy

Germany boss Hansi Flick expects Italy's under-pressure head coach Roberto Mancini to come out firing and inspire the European champions in Saturday's Nations League clash.

'Tired' former Giro winner Dumoulin to retire at end of season

Olympic silver medallist and former Giro d'Italia winner Tom Dumoulin will retire from professional cycling at the end of this season, the Dutch cyclist announced on Friday.

England debutant Potts strikes again in New Zealand series opener

England debutant Matthew Potts removed New Zealand captain Kane Williamson for the second time in the match as his dream start to Test cricket continued at Lord's on Friday.

Gauff has 'nothing to lose' against Swiatek in French Open final

Coco Gauff says she has "nothing to lose" in Saturday's French Open final against world number one Iga Swiatek, with her opponent on a 34-match winning streak and looking for a second Roland Garros title.

England eke out slender lead against New Zealand in 1st Test

Concussion substitute Matt Parkinson marked his Test debut by helping England into a narrow first-innings lead of nine runs on the second day of their series opener against New Zealand at Lord's on Friday.

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