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Japan, France ready for tussle in steamy Tokyo
Japan and France are preparing for a heavyweight arm-wrestle in Tokyo on Saturday, with the heat and humidity set to turn their Nations Championship contest into a forwards' battle.
Australia coach Schmidt 'nervous and a little bit lost" ahead of final Test
Joe Schmidt is feeling "nervous and a little bit lost" ahead of his last Test as Wallabies coach, desperate for a win to go out on a high against a depleted Italy in the Nations Championship on Saturday.
Rennie reveals All Blacks plans for Springboks series
The All Blacks are well advanced in their planning for the looming series against South Africa but coach Dave Rennie has confirmed he won't be selecting playmaker Richie Mo'unga.
Giannis: Miami offers best path to another NBA title
Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo said Thursday he believes the Miami Heat are his best chance at another title.
Lewandowski MLS debut match postponed by air quality concern
Polish star Robert Lewandowski's Major League Soccer debut was on hold Thursday after the match between the Chicago Fire and Vancouver Whitecaps was postponed due to air quality issues caused by wildfires.
McIlroy laments 'stupid mistakes' but retains British Open hope
Rory McIlroy remained hopeful he can recover from shooting two over par after his opening round of the British Open that left the Masters champion seven shots off the lead.
Messi set 'blueprint' for greatness - Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo arrived in Miami to join the NBA's Heat on Thursday taking inspiration from Lionel Messi, a sporting legend who launched his own new chapter of success with a move to South Florida.
Argentina footballers 'inspire' Contepomi's Pumas before England Test
Head coach of Argentina's rugby team Felipe Contepomi said on Thursday that the feats of the country's football side at the World Cup are an "inspiration" for his outfit as they prepare to face England in the Nations Champions in Santiago del Estero.
Argentine superstition ramps up ahead of World Cup final
Angst-ridden Argentine football fans are putting their faith in good luck rituals ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain.
Root's 99 not out sees England to ODI series-levelling win over India
Joe Root's typically composed 99 not out steered jittery England to a four-wicket win over India in the second one-day international in Cardiff on Thursday that levelled this three-match series at 1-1.
Suber the shock leader of British Open as McIlroy faces cut battle
Unheralded American Jackson Suber leads after the first round of the British Open at five under par, with world number one Scottie Scheffler among a host of major champions in the chasing pack.
Morocco back coach Ouahbi after World Cup exit
World Cup quarter-finalists Morocco gave coach Mohamed Ouahbi a vote of confidence on Thursday to continue with his deal in the run up to the 2030 World Cup on home soil.
France, England prepare for gloomy World Cup send-off
France and England will bid a gloomy farewell to the World Cup on Saturday when they face each other in the dreaded third-place play-off in Miami.
'King' James keeps NBA guessing on next team
NBA superstar LeBron James offered no clues to where he'll play his record-extending 24th season as he appeared live at the Fanatics Fest sports fan festival in New York on Thursday.
Will Tuchel have to rebuild trust after England World Cup exit?
Thomas Tuchel is already looking forward to a home Euros in 2028 after England's bitter World Cup exit. But will he have to earn back the trust of his players?
Hamilton urges Ferrari to intensify their efforts in title bid at Spa
Lewis Hamilton on Thursday urged his Ferrari team to intensify their efforts for improvement as he bids to mount a title challenge at this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.
Verstappen takes old rear wing in place of 'super-dangerous' upgrade
Max Verstappen will race with a conventional rear wing at this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix as Red Bull reacted to his claims that their 'Macarena' wing was "super-dangerous".
Merlier looking to 'survive' Tour de France until Paris
Tour de France sprint king Tim Merlier said he would now just look to "survive" at the Grand Boucle after claiming a third stage victory on Thursday.
Scheffler makes steady start, DeChambeau one off the lead at British Open
Scottie Scheffler made a steady start to his defence of the British Open with a two under par 68 as a bogey at the last cost Bryson DeChambeau a share of the clubhouse lead at Royal Birkdale.
Master and apprentice as Spain, Argentina coaches meet in World Cup final
Master will take on apprentice when Spain coach Luis de la Fuente lines up against his former student, Argentina's Lionel Scaloni, in the World Cup final on Sunday.
Archer stars as England dismiss India for 233 in 2nd ODI
Jofra Archer led a much-improved England bowling display as India were dismissed for 233 in the second one-day international in Cardiff on Thursday.
Merlier claims hat-trick of Tour de France stage wins
Belgian sprint star Tim Merlier trebled up at the Tour de France on Thursday as he won the 12th stage in a chaotic and crash-marred dash for the line.
Rosenior ready for Paris FC challenge after 'learning lessons' at Chelsea
Former Chelsea coach Liam Rosenior said Thursday he hoped his short stint in charge at Stamford Bridge would help him make a success of the "exciting project" he has undertaken at Ligue 1 club Paris FC.
Scheffler makes fast start to defence of British Open
Scottie Scheffler made a strong start to his defence of the British Open to sit just one off the clubhouse lead of four under par lead after his opening front nine at Royal Birkdale.
UK minister urges FIFA to investigate Argentina over World Cup Falklands banner
A British minister Thursday called for FIFA to investigate after Argentina's players held up a banner reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" (The Falklands are Argentine) after their 2-1 victory over England.
No start for Pollock as England name unchanged side for Argentina clash
Henry Pollock was once more left among the replacements as England coach Steve Borthwick named an unchanged starting team for Saturday's Nations Championship clash against Argentina in Santiago del Estero.
Hearts and Scotland keeper Gordon retires
Hearts and Scotland goalkeeper Craig Gordon announced his retirement at the age of 43 on Thursday.
'Lost his Tuch?' -- England boss hammered by media after World Cup exit
Thomas Tuchel may have criticised his England stars for being too "passive" in their World Cup semi-final defeat against Argentina, but it is the beleaguered German who has come under fire from the British media for his defensive tactics.
Depleted Italy make nine changes for Australia Test
Italy made nine changes Thursday to its starting XV for their Nations Championship clash with Australia in Perth at the weekend, where head coach Gonzalo Quesada will be absent after copping a two-Test ban.
Schmidt says struggling Australia 'not far off' as he makes changes for Italy clash
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt insisted Thursday his struggling team were "not far off" as he rolled the dice with three changes for the Nations Championship clash with Italy in what will be his last Test in charge.
Messi magic sends Argentina into World Cup final as England fall short
Argentina will play Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday after Lionel Messi orchestrated a spectacular comeback against England in a semi-final with a dramatic ending.
Italy coach Quesada banned for two Tests after TV rant
Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada was slapped with a two-match ban by World Rugby on Thursday for criticising the referee and Nations Championship scheduling after their heavy loss to New Zealand.