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Nadal, Djokovic set up French Open quarter-final clash as Alacaraz cruises

Rafael Nadal set up a blockbuster French Open quarter-final against world number one Novak Djokovic on Sunday when he defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set fourth round epic and pledged to "fight until the end".

French Open day 8: Who said what

Who said what on the eighth day of the 2022 French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday:

Berlusconi's Monza promoted to Serie A for first time

Silvio Berlusconi will return to Italian football's top table for the first time since selling AC Milan after his club Monza were promoted to Serie A on Sunday.

Alcaraz cruises into French Open quarter-finals

Spanish teenage sensation Carlos Alcaraz romped into his first French Open quarter-final on Sunday with a straight-sets win over Russian Karen Khachanov.

Ji, Furue book LPGA Match-Play title showdown

South Korean Ji Eun-hee pulled away late to beat American Andrea Lee 4&3 on Sunday to line up a title clash with Japan's Ayaka Furue at the LPGA Match-Play in Las Vegas.

Riot police clash with fans as Saint-Etienne relegated from Ligue 1

Saint-Etienne, one of France's biggest clubs, were relegated from Ligue 1 on Sunday after losing a penalty shoot-out in their play-off against Auxerre, who return to the top flight after 10 years away.

Pride and anger as Liverpool return to heroes' welcome

Thousands of fans lined the streets of the city as double cup-winners Liverpool returned home for an open-top bus parade on Sunday that took place amid a flood of conflicting emotions.

Nadal finished journey to chaotic Champions League final 'on foot'

Rafael Nadal said on Sunday he had to complete his journey to the Stade de France to watch Real Madrid's Champions League final against Liverpool "on foot".

Sweden's Marcus Ericsson wins 106th Indianapolis 500

Sweden's Marcus Ericsson won the 106th Indianapolis 500 on Sunday, holding off Mexico's Pato O'Ward in a two-lap shootout after a late red flag halted the race.

'I know every match could be my last', says Nadal

Rafael Nadal admitted Sunday that his injury-hit career has forced him to contemplate that "every match I play here could be my last".

Perez tells Real Madrid to go for 15th European Cup amid huge celebrations in city

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez told the team to turn their attention to winning a 15th European Cup, as the players celebrated their latest Champions League triumph with thousands of fans in the Spanish capital on Sunday.

Mercedes boss hints at changes ahead for survival of Monaco race

Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff on Sunday hinted at what may be needed for the under-threat Monaco Grand Prix to retain its place on the Formula One race calendar.

Australia's win in London sets up World Sevens finale title-decider

Hat-trick hero Henry Paterson scored a golden-point try as Australia beat New Zealand 19-14 in a Twickenham final to ensure the race for the overall World Rugby Sevens Series title will go down to the wire in August's concluding leg in Los Angeles.

Nadal, Djokovic set up French Open quarter-final clash

Rafael Nadal set up a blockbuster French Open quarter-final against world number one Novak Djokovic on Sunday when he defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set fourth round epic and pledged to "fight until the end".

Horner hails Perez for 'great team result'

Red Bull team chief Christian Horner hailed Sergio Perez on Sunday after the Mexican driver claimed a thrilling victory in a rain and crash-hit Monaco Grand Prix.

Hindley claims biggest honour in Italy, where rise began

Jai Hindley's Giro d'Italia win was earned in the country which gave him his start in cycling and led the Australian to becoming his country's first ever winner of the Grand Tour.

Nadal to face Djokovic in French Open quarter-final after epic win

Rafael Nadal set up a blockbuster French Open quarter-final against world number one Novak Djokovic on Sunday when he defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in a five-set fourth round epic.

Crestfallen Leclerc blames Ferrari for many mistakes

A crestfallen Charles Leclerc reluctantly criticised his Ferrari team on Sunday after their bungled strategy and confused communications cost him a likely victory in his home Monaco Grand Prix.

Hindley celebrates 'special' family reunion after Giro triumph

Jai Hindley had the sweetest of family reunions on Sunday, winning the Giro d'Italia in front of his parents after not having seen them since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Forest promoted to Premier League for first time in 23 years

Nottingham Forest clinched promotion to the Premier League for the first time in 23 years with a 1-0 win against Huddersfield in the Championship play-off final on Sunday.

Perez claims 'dream' Monaco win as bungled strategy foils Leclerc

Sergio Perez won a rain-disrupted Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday as pole-sitter Charles Leclerc suffered another dose of ill luck on his home circuit.

Olympics host Paris under fire after Champions League 'fiasco'

French authorities faced questions Sunday over police tactics at the Paris Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid that descended into scenes of chaos before kick-off, with critics asking if the capital was ready to host the 2024 Olympics.

Djokovic says being No. 1 'best and worst' after reaching quarters

Novak Djokovic said that being world number one can be the "best and worst" thing after setting up a possible French Open quarter-final against old rival Rafael Nadal on Sunday.

Sergio Perez wins rain-disrupted Monaco Grand Prix

Sergio Perez won a rain-disrupted Monaco Grand Prix on Sunday as pole-sitter Charles Leclerc suffered another dose of ill luck on his home circuit.

Australia's Hindley wins Giro d'Italia to claim first Grand Tour

Jai Hindley won the Giro d'Italia on Sunday after making his way through the final stage time-trial in Verona to claim his first Grand Tour.

Gauff says no more 'freak-outs' at French Open

American teenager Coco Gauff insists there will be no more Roland Garros "freak-outs" as she attempts to reach her first Grand Slam semi-final.

Austria manager Rangnick steps away from Man Utd role

Manchester United announced Sunday that Ralf Rangnick has decided against taking up a consultancy role with the English football giants due to the demands of his new job as Austria manager.

Australia's Jai Hindley wins Giro d'Italia

Jai Hindley won the Giro d'Italia on Sunday after making his way through the final stage time-trial in Verona to claim his first Grand Tour.

UK fans say 'treated like animals' at Champions League final

British football fans and officials on Sunday condemned French police for using tear gas on Liverpool supporters ahead of Saturday's Champions League final in Paris, saying they were treated "like animals".

Just call me 'Clay-lah': Fernandez in French Open last-eight for first time

Teenager Leylah Fernandez reached the French Open quarter-finals for the first time on Sunday, revelling in her new nickname of "Clay-lah" in honour of her impressive run at Roland Garros.

Djokovic cruises closer to Nadal clash as teens shine in Paris

World number one and defending champion Novak Djokovic reached a 16th French Open quarter-final on Sunday where old rival and 13-time winner Rafael Nadal could be waiting.

Austria manager Rangnick no longer taking up new Man Utd role

Manchester United announced Sunday that Ralf Rangnick has decided against taking up a consultancy role with the English Premier League giants due to the demands of his new job as Austria manager.

Djokovic eases into possible Nadal quarter-final at French Open

Novak Djokovic set up a possible quarter-final meeting with old rival Rafael Nadal at the French Open with an impressive straight-sets victory over Diego Schwartzman on Sunday.

Rain delays start to Monaco Grand Prix

Rain has played havoc with the start of Sunday's Monaco Grand Prix, with teams scrambling to change tyres to cope with the drenched street circuit.

Bagnaia wins Italian MotoGP, Quartararo extends overall lead

Francesco Bagnaia won the Italian MotoGP on Sunday while Fabio Quartararo extended his lead at the top of the championship standings.

Olympics host Paris under scrutiny after Champions League 'fiasco'

French authorities faced questions Sunday over police tactics at the Paris Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid that descended into scenes of chaos before kick-off, with critics asking if the capital was ready to host the Olympics in two years time.

Real Madrid defy Champions League odds but what next for ageing team?

Real Madrid may be the most successful club in Champions League history but they defied the odds all along their way to victory in this season's final against Liverpool. The question now is how long they can continue to do so with their current team.

Unseeded Italian Trevisan reaches French Open quarter-finals

Italian Martina Trevisan booked her place in the French Open quarter-finals on Sunday, edging out Aliaksandra Sasnovich in straight sets.

Five great Lester Piggott rides

AFP Sport picks out five great rides by legendary jockey Lester Piggott who died on Sunday aged 86:

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