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Crusaders overpower Reds to enter Super semis

The Canterbury Crusaders used their powerful pack to devastating effect as they marched into the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals with a 37-15 victory over the Queensland Reds in Christchurch on Friday.

Australia's Finch hopes tour brings 'joy' to crisis-hit Sri Lanka

Australia's cricketers hope to bring some "joy" to Sri Lanka, white-ball captain Aaron Finch said on Friday, as the island nation prepares for a seven-week tour while wrestling with an unprecedented economic crisis.

Swiatek grew up a 'fighter' on Warsaw's tennis courts

Iga Swiatek, the world number one who on Saturday could win her second French Open title, has displayed a fighting spirit since her early days hammering balls on Warsaw's tennis courts.

Stoute bids for another crowning moment in 'Piggott's' Derby

Queen Elizabeth II, Lester Piggott and Michael Stoute are indelibly linked to the Epsom Derby and appropriately all three will be foremost on everyone's minds in Saturday's renewal which is part of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

'Fire burning' inside Donaire ahead of Inoue rematch

Nonito Donaire said Friday there was "a fire burning inside" him as he prepares to face Naoya Inoue next week in a hotly anticipated sequel to their 2019 boxing classic.

No panic for Warriors after Celtics shocker

Draymond Green said there is no chance of the Golden State Warriors hitting the panic button after the NBA Finals favorites crashed to a series-opening defeat to the Boston Celtics on Thursday.

Avs down Oilers for 2-0 lead in NHL Western Conference Final

Colorado scored three quick second-period goals and goalie Pavel Francouz made 24 saves on Thursday as the Avalanche beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-0 to take a 2-0 lead in the NHL Western Conference Final.

Celtics rally to beat Warriors in game one of NBA Finals

Al Horford led an electrifying comeback as the Boston Celtics stunned the Golden State Warriors 120-108 to draw first blood in their best-of-seven NBA Finals series on Thursday.

'Ferocious' Kambosos vows to 'shock the world again' against Haney

Australian George 'Ferocious' Kambosos Friday vowed to "shock the world again" against American favourite Devin 'The Dream' Haney when they meet in a hotly-anticipated clash to become the undisputed lightweight champion.

Harigae shoots 64 to edge amateur for US Women's Open lead

American Mina Harigae fired a stunning seven-under-par 64 to seize a one-stroke lead over shockSwedish amateur Ingrid Lindblad after Thursday's opening round of the 77th US Women's Open.

Smith, Hughes and Lee among six sharing PGA Memorial lead

Australian Cameron Smith, Canadian Mackenzie Hughes and South Korean Lee Kyoung-hoon were among a record six players sharing the lead after Thursday's opening round of the US PGA Memorial tournament.

$Matsuyama disqualified from Memorial over club infraction$

Matsuyama disqualified from Memorial over club infraction

Japanese star Hideki Matsuyama was disqualified from the PGA Tour's Memorial tournament in bizarre circumstances on Thursday after officials found an illegal substance on his 3-wood.

Nike founder Knight makes $2 bn offer for NBA's Blazers - report

Nike co-founder Phil Knight and Los Angeles Dodgers part-owner Alan Smolinisky have made a written offer to buy the NBA's Portland Trail Blazers for more than $2 billion, ESPN reported Thursday.

Sliti stars as Tunisia run riot against 10-man Equatorial Guinea

Naim Sliti scored and created two other goals as Qatar World Cup qualifiers Tunisia began a four-match build-up this month by hammering 10-man Equatorial Guinea 4-0 in a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Thursday.

Spain pegged back by late Portugal equaliser

Spain were denied a winning start by Portugal in the Nations League on Thursday as Alvaro Morata’s first-half finish was cancelled out by a late equaliser from Ricardo Horta.

Potts promises England will keep 'punching' against New Zealand

Matthew Potts promised England would continue to "throw punches" after 17 wickets fell on a remarkable opening day of the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's on Thursday.

Wickets aplenty as England collapse after New Zealand slump

England debutant Matthew Potts took four wickets against New Zealand only for the hosts to collapse as well on a dramatic opening day of the first Test at Lord's on Thursday.

Neuville sets pace at Sardinia Rally

Hyundai's Thierry Neuville made a statement of intent when he won the opening special of the Rally of Italy in Sardinia on Thursday ahead of four Toyota's in a 3.32km test along narrow, dirt roads.

New Zealand fight back after rookie Potts strikes for England

England debutant Matthew Potts took four wickets against New Zealand only for the hosts to collapse as well on the opening day of the first Test at Lord's on Thursday.

LeBron becomes first active NBA player worth $1 bln: Forbes

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James has become the first active player in NBA history with a net worth of $1 billion, Forbes magazine reported on Thursday.

French Open day 12: Who said what

Who said what on the 12th day of the 2022 French Open at Roland Garros on Thursday:

Sarri extends Lazio contract until 2025

Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri has extended his contract with the Roman outfit until 2025, the Serie A club confirmed on Thursday.

World champ Coleman to run 100 at New York

Reigning 100m world champion Christian Coleman will face Erriyon Knighton, this year's world fastest over 200m, in a 100-showdown at next week's New York Grand Prix, organizers said Thursday.

Swiatek extends winning run, to face Gauff in French Open final

Iga Swiatek romped into her second French Open final on Thursday and will face Coco Gauff for the title after the teenager became the youngest Grand Slam finalist since 2004.

Gauff in 'peace, end gun violence' message at French Open

Coco Gauff became the youngest Grand Slam finalist in 18 years at the French Open on Thursday and used the opportunity to plead for peace at home by writing "peace, end gun violence" on a TV camera as she left the court.

Leverkusen sign Czech teen Hlozek

Bayer Leverkusen on Thursday confirmed the signing of Czech Republic teen forward Adam Hlozek from Sparta Prague.

Gauff becomes youngest Slam finalist for 18 years at French Open

Coco Gauff will face world number one Iga Swiatek for the French Open title after the teenager eased into her maiden Grand Slam final with a straight-sets victory over Martina Trevisan on Thursday.

O'Connor targets Tour de France after Hindley Giro joy

Watching fellow Australian Jai Hindley win cycling's Giro d'Italia has boosted Ben O'Connor's belief that he can win the Tour de France, the AG2R leader said Thursday.

Swiatek extends winning run to reach second French Open final

Iga Swiatek booked her place in a second French Open final on Thursday as the world number one outclassed Russian Daria Kasatkina to extend her unbeaten streak to 34 matches.

Insta success as Shibahara, Koolhof win French Open mixed title

Ena Shibahara and Wesley Koolhof won the French Open mixed doubles title on Thursday after only meeting for the first time on the eve of Roland Garros thanks to a social media message.

Stade de France prepares for first match since Champions League chaos

Less than a week after the chaotic scenes that marred the Champions League final, the Stade de France in Paris will be the centre of attention again as the French national team play Denmark on Friday before an expected capacity crowd.

World champion Quartararo extends Yamaha contract

MotoGP world champion Fabio Quartararo has signed a two-year extension on his contract with Yamaha which will keep him as a factory rider until 2025, the Japanese team announced on Thursday.

Gnabry sees Lewandowski saga as a 'shame' for Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich winger Serge Gnabry said Thursday he hopes the Bundesliga champions quickly settle the matter of want-away striker Robert Lewandowski which rumbles on amid reports Barcelona are eager to sign the Poland star.

Two-goal Neymar closes on Pele record in big Brazil win

Neymar scored two calmly taken penalties as Brazil fired a World Cup warning with a 5-1 thrashing of South Korea in Seoul on Thursday.

England debutant Potts strikes as New Zealand slump to 39-6 in 1st Test

England debutant Matthew Potts took three wickets as New Zealand collapsed dramatically to 39-6 at lunch on the opening day of the first Test at Lord's on Thursday.

Bangladesh name Shakib Test captain for third time

Bangladesh appointed all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan as Test captain for a third time on Thursday after Mominul Haque quit following a poor run of form.

Knee surgery rules Tuilagi out of England tour of Australia

England centre Manu Tuilagi has been ruled out of the summer tour to Australia after undergoing a knee operation, his club Sale announced on Thursday.

Anderson sparks New Zealand collapse in 1st Test

England great James Anderson marked his return to international cricket in dramatic style with two early wickets as New Zealand collapsed to 12 for four in just under an hour's play on Thursday's opening day of the first Test at Lord's.

New Zealand include Boult as they bat against England in 1st Test

New Zealand included the recently-arrived Trent Boult in their side for the first Test at Lord's on Thursday as captain Kane Williamson opted to bat against an England team playing their opening match under new captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum.

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