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Stokes named as England captain for Ashes tour
Ben Stokes was named as England captain for the Ashes tour as the squad was announced on Tuesday for five Tests in Australia.
Atletico owners negotiating with US firm Apollo over majority stake sale - reports
Atletico Madrid's owners are in advanced negotiations to sell a majority stake of the Spanish football club's shares to US private equity firm Apollo Global Management, according to various reports citing sources close to the deal.
Tabilo stuns Musetti for Chengdu title, Bublik wins in Hangzhou
Qualifier Alejandro Tabilo saved two championship points in stunning top seed Lorenzo Musetti to win a nail-biting Chengdu Open final on Tuesday.
No.1 Scheffler plays down great expectations at Ryder Cup
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler downplays any idea of great expectations at this week's Ryder Cup, even after a six-win season that included two major titles.
Man City have 'recovered many things': Guardiola
Pep Guardiola said Tuesday that Manchester City had "recovered many things" after last season's trophyless campaign, pledging there was more to come from his team.
Thailand to 'clarify misunderstandings' after SEA Games petanque ban
Thailand said Tuesday it would "clarify misunderstandings" after the world governing body of petanque effectively barred the nation from hosting the sport at this year's SEA Games.
Former umpire 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird, one of the most famous officials of his era, has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Bradley admits thoughts linger about having played in Ryder Cup
United States captain Keegan Bradley admits he has had a few wistful thoughts this week about what might have been had he picked himself to be a playing skipper at the Ryder Cup.
Former umpire Harold 'Dickie' Bird dies aged 92
Former Test umpire Harold "Dickie" Bird has died at the age of 92, Yorkshire County Cricket Club announced on Tuesday.
Cycling worlds bring pride to African riders despite disadvantages
Africa's first ever cycling world championships have been a dream come true for several amateur riders, some of whom have been praying just to be given an opportunity in a sport dominated by wealthy nations.
Howe confident Newcastle will find 'X factor'
Eddie Howe is confident that goal-shy Newcastle will discover their "X factor" as they adapt to life without star striker Alexander Isak.
Emery seeks Europa League lift with Villa as Forest end long absence
Unai Emery will hope a return to the Europa League this week serves as the spark plug that ignites Aston Villa's season, while Nottingham Forest embark on their first European campaign in 30 years.
Gibbs, Montgomery doubles as Lions rampage over Ravens
The Detroit Lions produced a rampant defensive display to help set up a 38-30 road victory over the Baltimore Ravens in a heavyweight NFL showdown on Monday.
U.S. Polo Assn. Supports the XV Federation of International Polo European Polo Championship as Official Apparel Partner
Competition Culminates in Poland with a World-Class Display of Sport and Style
Ryder Cup captains play upon emotions as practice begins
The final countdown to the Ryder Cup got under way on Monday with US golfers sharing a quiet moment on Bethpage Black's first tee as Europe's players donned salmon-colored outfits in a nostalgic nod to their first win on American soil.
Bradley defends US Ryder Cup player payments as charity boost
United States captain Keegan Bradley defended his Ryder Cup players receiving a payment boost from the PGA of America to compete against Europe in this week's showdown at Bethpage Black.
Dembele beats Yamal to Ballon d'Or as Bonmati retains women's award
Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembele won the Ballon d'Or on Monday as a reward for his starring role in the club's Champions League triumph last season, while Spain's Aitana Bonmati claimed the women's prize for the third year in a row.
Man City 'keeper Donnarumma says would have stayed at PSG
Gianluigi Donnarumma admitted to AFP on Monday he would have preferred to stay at Paris Saint-Germain before a shock switch to Manchester City this month.
49ers ace Bosa to miss season after knee injury: reports
San Francisco 49ers defensive star Nick Bosa will miss the remainder of the season after suffering torn knee ligaments in his team's defeat of Arizona at the weekend, US media reported Monday.
PSG star Dembele wins men's Ballon d'Or
France forward Ousmane Dembele on Monday won the men's Ballon d'Or, the most prestigious individual prize in football, rewarding his starring role in the Paris Saint-Germain side that lifted the Champions League trophy last season.
Napoli beat battling Pisa to maintain perfect Serie A start
Napoli maintained their lead at the top of Serie A with Monday's 3-2 win over promoted Pisa which continued the champions' perfect start to their domestic campaign.
Spain's Aitana Bonmati wins Women's Ballon d'Or
Barcelona and Spain star Aitana Bonmati won the Women's Ballon d'Or at an awards ceremony in Paris on Monday, the third consecutive year she has taken the prize.
Marseille inflict first defeat of season on PSG in Ligue 1
An early goal by defender Nayef Aguerd gave Marseille a 1-0 win over reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain on Monday, a rare success against their great rivals in a game delayed by 24 hours by storms in southern France.
Gavi to undergo knee operation on meniscus injury: Barcelona
Barcelona midfielder Gavi is to undergo surgery on his injured meniscus after other treatment failed to resolve his problem, the Catalan giants said on Monday.
Bavuma out of Test series in Pakistan as De Kock back for ODIs
Captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of South Africa's Test series against Pakistan next month, but Quinton de Kock has made himself available again for the one-day internationals.
Bavuma out of Test series as De Kock back for white-ball games
Captain Temba Bavuma has been ruled out of South Africa's Test series against Pakistan next month, but Quinton de Kock has made himself available again for the one-day internationals.
Three things we learned from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Only the very best drivers perform without being upset by the elements or the pressure in a street circuit race, as Max Verstappen demonstrated while others struggled at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Man City's Silva fumes over lack of respect in schedule row
Manchester City captain Bernardo Silva has slammed football's schedule makers for lacking respect and fairness after his side were given little time to prepare for their clash with Arsenal.
Chelsea's Palmer likely to avoid groin surgery: Maresca
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca believes Cole Palmer will avoid groin surgery after the England forward was forced off during Saturday's defeat at Manchester United.
Horner formally leaves Red Bull after agreeing exit from F1 team
Christian Horner has officially left Red Bull after reportedly agreeing a huge pay-off with the Formula One team, it was announced on Monday.
Newcastle sign Wales full-back Williams
English Premiership club Newcastle on Monday announced the signing of Wales full-back Liam Williams on a one-year deal.
Just not cricket: how India-Pakistan tensions spill onto the pitch
India and Pakistan's refusal to shake hands during their Asia Cup cricket matches bent the code of the so-called "gentleman's game", as sport once again served as a proxy battlefield.