Schiphol CEO quits over Amsterdam airport chaos
Amsterdam's Schiphol airport chief executive Dick Benschop announced his resignation on Thursday following months of chaos at one of Europe's largest transport hubs, plagued by long queues and baggage handling issues.
Read moreCheika makes 7 changes to face world champion Boks
Argentina's Australian coach Michael Cheika made seven changes to his team announced on Thursday for the weekend clash with world champions South Africa in Buenos Aires.
Read moreRonaldo given full backing by Portugal boss Santos
Portugal coach Fernando Santos insists that Cristiano Ronaldo remains an important figure for the national team even if his playing time at Manchester United has been limited mainly to substitute appearances so far this season.
Read moreBritain draws pride from 'The Queue' for its queen
Orderly and good-natured, the enormous waiting line to see Queen Elizabeth II's coffin is being hailed as a triumph of Britishness in a country that prides itself on its queuing finesse.
Read moreIran's Queiroz relishes facing England at World Cup
Returning head coach Carlos Queiroz said on Thursday he is relishing the chance to face England when he leads Iran into the World Cup finals campaign.
Read moreRoger Federer's highs and lows at Wimbledon
Roger Federer announced his retirement from tennis on Thursday after a career which brought 20 Grand Slam titles.
Read moreRoger Federer, from enfant terrible to saintly global icon
From racquet-smashing enfant terrible with a bad attitude and ill-advised ponytail to universally respected role model and modern icon, Roger Federer has attained almost saintly status.
Read moreRoger Federer: Who said what
Roger Federer on Thursday announced his retirement from tennis after a career which saw him win 20 Grand Slams, 103 career titles and be crowned one of the greatest players of all time.
Read moreRoger Federer: Key dates
Key dates in the career of Roger Federer who announced his retirement from tennis on Thursday:
Read moreHalep has nose surgery and is out for rest of 2022
Simona Halep has had surgery on her nose and will not play again this year, the former world number one said on social media on Thursday.
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