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Ageless Hodgson braces for Crystal Palace 'dogfight'
Former England boss Roy Hodgson says he does not feel old enough for retirement after being tempted back to Crystal Palace to take on the challenge of a Premier League relegation scrap.
Sanchez key to Marseille's pursuit of PSG in Ligue 1
Alexis Sanchez has no intention of letting Paris Saint-Germain ease to another Ligue 1 title after helping drag Marseille back into a position from where they could yet catch their bitter rivals.
England's Bairstow hopes to return for Ireland Test
Jonny Bairstow hopes to be fit for England's opening Test of the summer against Ireland in June, according to Yorkshire head coach Ottis Gibson.
IOC Russia recommendation not binding for Paris 2024: French minister
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommendation to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete as neutrals is not binding for Paris' 2024 Olympics, French Sports Minister Amelie Oudea-Castera said on Thursday.
Man Utd fans would be 'backbone' of Zilliacus's proposed takeover
Thomas Zilliacus said in an interview published on Thursday that Manchester United supporters would be at the centre of his proposed takeover of the Premier League club, with a say on major issues such as ground redevelopment and squad building.
Aussie F1 rookie Piastri pumped up for home grand prix
Rookie McLaren driver Oscar Piastri grew up 15 minutes away from the Australian Grand Prix circuit and used to play cricket on the ovals being used as the race paddock.
Hamilton praises Brazil for fining Piquet over racist comments
Lewis Hamilton Thursday applauded the hefty fine imposed on three-time Formula One champion Nelson Piquet for racist remarks about the British driver, saying people "full of hate" should not be tolerated.
Alonso brimming with confidence in Australia
Veteran Fernando Alonso said Thursday he was brimming with confidence heading into the Australian Grand Prix, but was cautious about whether Aston Martin could maintain their red-hot early season form.
'No miracles' from Ferrari in Australia: Leclerc
Charles Leclerc cautioned Thursday against expecting any "miracles" from Ferrari at the Australian Grand Prix, in stark contrast to last year when he was the runaway winner.
Hamilton says he will be with Mercedes till 'last days'
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton on Thursday emphatically put to bed any concerns that he wanted to leave Mercedes, saying he planned to be the team "till my last days".
Fury, sadness in Indonesia after FIFA pulls Under-20 World Cup
Indonesian football players, fans and pundits reacted with anger and sadness Thursday after FIFA pulled the Under-20 World Cup from the host nation weeks before it was due to kick off, following protests against Israel's participation.
Verstappen still feeling effects of Saudi illness
Double world champion Max Verstappen admitted Thursday he still wasn't fully over a stomach bug that hit him hard in Saudi Arabia, but is confident Red Bull will get a result in Australia this weekend.
Australian F1 chief keen on night race
The chairman of the Australian Grand Prix has said he is keen on the event changing to a nighttime race but admitted on Thursday it would take years of planning.
Bulls' visit to Toulouse has extra edge for Springbok Elstadt
The Bulls' Champions Cup last 16 trip to Toulouse on Sunday will have additional significance for the French club's Springboks loose-forward Rynhardt Elstadt.
Rules changes make Super Rugby faster, higher-scoring
Super Rugby Pacific has become more fluid and high-scoring this season, with time spent on stoppages drastically reduced by a slew of rule changes, data from the opening four rounds showed Thursday.
Silver hopeful of new NBA-union deal ahead of Friday deadline
NBA commissioner Adam Silver says he is hopeful of reaching a new collective bargaining agreement with the players' union by a Friday deadline after progress in ongoing talks.
Mercedes sees 'promising' signs ahead of Australia F1
A cautiously optimistic Mercedes boss Toto Wolff said the team has made "promising" progress since the first two Grand Prix of the season, with another solid points haul on his wish list for Melbourne this weekend.
Sinner into Miami semis after beating Ruusuvuori
Italy's Jannik Sinner eased into the semi-finals of the Miami Open after a comfortable 6-3, 6-1 win over Finland's Emil Ruusuvuori on Wednesday.
Barca thrash Roma, Arsenal beat Bayern to reach Women's Champions League semis
Barcelona booked their place in the Women's Champions League semi-finals by thrashing Roma 5-1 on Wednesday as Arsenal came from behind to knock out Bayern Munich 2-1 on aggregate thanks to a 2-0 win at the Emirates.
Spurs managing director Paratici handed worldwide FIFA ban
Tottenham managing director of football Fabio Paratici has been given a worldwide ban by FIFA that could end his time with the north London club.
Legislation offered for tribute to Billie Jean King
Sports trailblazer Billie Jean King would become the first woman athlete to receive the Congressional Gold Medal under legislation introduced by US lawmakers, the US Tennis Association (USTA) said Wednesday.
Peaty to skip British Championships over mental health struggles
Triple Olympic gold medallist Adam Peaty has withdrawn from the British Swimming Championships due to mental health reasons.
Cirstea upsets Sabalenka in WTA Miami Open quarter-finals
World number two Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock straight sets Miami Open quarter-final loss to resurgent Romanian Sorana Cirstea, who reached her first WTA 1000 semi-final in a decade.
Cirstea upsets Sabalenka in Miami quarters
World number two Aryna Sabalenka suffered a shock quarter-final straight sets loss to Romanian Sorana Cirstea on Wednesday at the Miami Open.
Barca thrash Roma to reach Women's Champions League semis
Barcelona booked their place in the Women's Champions League semi-finals by thrashing Roma 5-1 on Wednesday at Camp Nou to progress6-1on aggregate.
Watson, Reed say they expect no LIV-PGA tensions at Masters
Former Masters champions Bubba Watson and Patrick Reed said Wednesday they do not expect awkward moments and tension when LIV Golf and PGA Tour players meet at next week's Masters.
Mitrovic 'regrets' referee barge as lengthy ban looms
Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic said on Wednesday that he regrets a push on referee Chris Kavanagh during a controversial FA Cup quarter-final defeat at Manchester United that is expected to land the Serbian a lengthy ban.
Saracens 'optimistic' Farrell will face Ospreys in Champions Cup
Saracens director of rugby Mark McCall said on Wednesday they are increasingly confident fly-half Owen Farrell will be fit for this weekend's Champions Cup last 16 tie with the Ospreys.
Level playing field: US Congress debates fair pay for college athletes
US lawmakers heard proposals Wednesday for a new national standard regulating how college athletes are paid for their image rights -- one of the most polarizing issues in the sporting landscape.
Joshua dismisses Franklin knockout threat before ring return
British boxer Anthony Joshua has laughed off Jermaine Franklin's threat of a knockout in their bout on Saturday, with the former world heavyweight champion insisting the American has picked the "worst time" to face him.
Jumbo-Visma's Laporte wins Dwars door Vlaanderen cycling race
Jumbo-Visma's Frenchman Christophe Laporte won the Dwars door Vlaanderen cycling race in Belgium on Wednesday.
Shakib, Liton shine in record Bangladesh win over Ireland
Shakib Al Hasan took five wickets and Liton Das hit a quick-fire half-century as Bangladesh hammered Ireland by 77 runs in the second T20 to seal the three-match series 2-0 in Chittagong on Wednesday.