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Fans targeting Djokovic risk being kicked out of Australian Open
Australian Open spectators were warned on Wednesday that they risk being ejected if they target nine-time champion Novak Djokovic.
India's Pant to miss IPL after car crash: Ganguly
India's Rishabh Pant will miss the cash-rich Indian Premier League because of his injuries in a road accident last month, former national cricket board chief Sourav Ganguly has confirmed.
Kvitova, Bencic advance to Adelaide quarter-finals
In-form Petra Kvitova reached the Adelaide International quarter-finals on Wednesday after her opponent retired and was joined by resurgent Olympic champion Belinda Bencic.
Djokovic, Jabeur on committee of controversial tennis players body
Novak Djokovic and women's world number two Ons Jabeur were named Wednesday on the first executive committee of the controversial Professional Tennis Players Association (PTPA).
Butler stars as Heat break free-throw record to down Thunder
Jimmy Butler led a record-breaking shooting display from the free throw line as the Miami Heat edged past the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday.
Djokovic return, Nadal form: Australian Open talking points
The Australian Open, the first tennis Grand Slam of the year, gets under way at Melbourne Park on Monday.
Djokovic hot favourite for Australian Open 'revenge' mission
Novak Djokovic has won the Australian Open a record nine times but a 10th title in Melbourne this month will be the most satisfying of all after his humiliating ban a year ago.
Influencer Andrew Tate stays in detention: Romania court
A Romanian court on Tuesday dismissed an appeal by controversial influencer Andrew Tate against his 30-day detention while he is being investigated for alleged human trafficking, rape and forming a criminal group.
Man Utd, Newcastle ease into League Cup semi-finals
Marcus Rashford came off the bench to score twice as Manchester United beat Charlton 3-0 to reach the League Cup semi-finals on Tuesday while Newcastle saw off Leicester 2-0.
French rugby 'shining' despite Laporte scandal - Galthie
France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Tuesday that his team has been making the country's rugby "shine" even though the French federation's president Bernard Laporte has been handed a two-year suspended prison sentence on corruption charges.
Vlhova wins Flachau slalom to foil Shiffrin hunt for Vonn's record
Slovakia's Petra Vlhova foiled record-seeking Mikaela Shiffrin by claiming a dominant victory in the women's World Cup slalom race in Flachau on Tuesday.
Pogba returns to Juventus training after knee operation
French midfielder Paul Pogba, who missed the World Cup in Qatar after having knee surgery in early September, trained on Tuesday with his Juventus teammates for the first time since October, his club announced.
India captain Rohit praised for withdrawing 'Mankad' run out appeal
India skipper Rohit Sharma on Tuesday won praise for withdrawing a 'Mankad' run-out appeal against Sri Lanka skipper Dasun Shanaka in the opening one-day international.
This year's Vuelta a Espana will present a steep challenge
The Vuelta a Espana, a race that traditionally emphasises climbing, will hit the slopes early and often in 2023, with 10 mountain-top finishes on the route unveiled in Barcelona on Tuesday.
Al-Attiyah on course for Dakar win as spectator death overshadows rally
Qatari driver Nasser Al-Attiyah's strategy of playing it safe saw him move a step closer to retaining his Dakar Rally title but Tuesday's ninth stage was overshadowed by the death of an Italian tourist.
Vlhova in slalom pole as Shiffrin hunts Vonn's record
Slovakia's Petra Vlhova sat in pole after the first leg of the women's World Cup slalom race in Flachau on Tuesday, just ahead of record-seeking Mikaela Shiffrin.
'Happy space' as Kohli powers India to big ODI win over Sri Lanka
Virat Kohli on Tuesday said playing "without any fear" remains key to success after his 45th one-day international century led India to a 67-run win over Sri Lanka in the opening match.
Haller returns for Dortmund after testicular cancer diagnosis
Borussia Dortmund striker Sebastien Haller came off the bench in a friendly against Fortuna Duesseldorf on Tuesday in Marbella, continuing his recovery from testicular cancer.
Under-fire French FA boss calls extraordinary meeting amid pressure to step aside
Under-fire French Football Federation chief Noel Le Graet has called an extraordinary meeting of the organisation for Wednesday, sources told AFP, at which he is expected to offer an explanation for controversial comments about Zinedine Zidane which have led to a barrage of criticism and calls for him to resign.
Kohli ton powers India to big ODI win over Sri Lanka
Virat Kohli smashed a brilliant attacking century to set up a convincing 67-run win for India in the opening one-day international against Sri Lanka on Tuesday.
Phillips 'ready' to start for Guardiola's Man City
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said on Tuesday Kalvin Phillips was "ready" as he contemplates giving the England midfielder his first start for the club in this week's League Cup quarter-final against Southampton.
Southampton sign young Argentine midfielder Alcaraz from Racing
Premier League club Southampton have signed Argentine midfielder Carlos Alcaraz from Racing Club for 13.65 million euros ($14.68m), the Argentines announced on social media.
England's Cowan-Dickie could miss Six Nations
Exeter hooker Luke Cowan-Dickie could miss England's entire Six Nations campaign after suffering an ankle injury that may require surgery.
Ex-France hooker Bru named as Bordeaux-Begles manager
Ex-France hooker Yannick Bru has signed to become manager of Bordeaux-Begles next season, club president Laurent Marti said Tuesday.
Messi set for first PSG appearance since World Cup as contract talks go on
Lionel Messi is expected to make his first appearance for Paris Saint-Germain since his World Cup triumph in a Ligue 1 clash at home against Angers on Wednesday, as the Qatar-owned club look to tie the Argentine down to a new contract.
Al-Attiyah plays it safe to stay on course for back-to-back Dakar wins
Qatari driver Nasser Al-Attiyah's strategy of playing it safe saw him move a step closer to retaining his Dakar Rally title and his fifth in all following Tuesday's ninth stage.
Wales boss wants Bale to stay involved in international set-up
Wales manager Rob Page wants Gareth Bale to stay involved in the international set-up after the star forward announced he was hanging up his boots.
Krejcikova, Kudermetova roll on in Adelaide
World number nine Veronika Kudermetova battled back to beat two-time Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka and join Barbora Krejcikova in the Adelaide International II second round on Tuesday.
Resurgent Krejcikova rolls on in Adelaide, Anisimova ends drought
In-form Czech Barbora Krejcikova powered into the second round of Adelaide International II Tuesday while Amanda Anisimova won her first main draw match since August.
Tatum stars as Celtics hold off Bulls, Nuggets and Grizzlies win
Jayson Tatum scored 32 points to help the Boston Celtics hold off the determined Chicago Bulls on Monday and reach the midway point of their NBA season with the best record in the league.
Thiem optimistic for Australian Open after injury woes
Former finalist Dominic Thiem said Tuesday he was fit and ready to make an impact at the Australian Open, despite starting preparations with defeat at the Kooyong Classic.
Lanning, Healy spearhead Australia squad for women's World Cup defence
Australia named a powerhouse squad Tuesday to defend their women's Twenty20 World Cup title, spearheaded by Meg Lanning, Ellyse Perry and a fit-again Alyssa Healy.