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Judge relishing World Series duel with 'best player' Ohtani

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge is looking forward to testing himself against "the best player" in baseball when he comes up against Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers in Friday's titanic World Series opener.

'Sho-time' arrives as relaxed Ohtani prepares for World Series bow

Shohei Ohtani will put years of disappointment behind him when he makes his long-awaited first appearance in a World Series in the Los Angeles Dodgers' blockbuster showdown with the New York Yankees on Friday.

Cricketer David Warner's lifetime leadership ban lifted

Veteran David Warner's lifetime ban on any leadership role within Australian cricket imposed after a 2018 ball-tampering scandal was lifted Friday.

Tottenham teen Moore compared to Neymar after Europa League starring role

Tottenham teenager Mikey Moore was compared to Brazilian ace Neymar after a standout role in the 1-0 win over AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League on Thursday with Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou admitting it will difficult to "keep the lid" on expectations.

Ten Hag bemoans United's lack of 'killing' instinct, Spurs march on

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag admitted his team lacked a "killing" instinct in their Europa League 1-1 draw at Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce on Thursday as Tottenham made it three wins from three with a 1-0 win at home to AZ.

Pacers' Wiseman suffered torn Achilles tendon in season opener

James Wiseman, the former number two NBA Draft pick who has battled injuries throughout his career, tore his left Achilles tendon in Indiana's season opener against Detroit, the Pacers said Thursday.

Norris says 'I'll do what I think is right' in Verstappen battle

A defiant Lando Norris said he will "do what I think is right" as his battle with Max Verstappen for the Formula One world title intensifies.

USA Volleyball names Kiraly men's coach through '28 Olympics

Karch Kiraly, a three-time Olympic champion player, was named coach of the men's national team through the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics by USA Volleyball on Thursday.

Spurs march on as Mourinho red-carded against Man Utd in Europa League

Tottenham Hotspur made it three wins from three in the Europa League with a 1-0 win at home to AZ on Thursday but Manchester United remain winless after being held to a 1-1 draw at red-carded Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce.

Spurs march on in Europa League as Mourinho sees red against Man Utd

Tottenham Hotspur made it three wins from three in the Europa League with a 1-0 win at home to AZ on Thursday but Manchester United remain winless after being held to a 1-1 draw at red-carded Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce.

Unbeaten NFL Chiefs welcome Hopkins before facing Vegas

An unbeaten but injury-hit Kansas City Chiefs squad welcomed veteran wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins on Thursday and coach Andy Reid says Hopkins might even play Sunday at Las Vegas.

'Heroes': WNBA champions Liberty feted with NY parade

Thousands of adoring fans of the New York Liberty celebrated the hometown champions with a ticker tape parade Thursday in honor of the club's first WNBA title.

Felix double fires Chelsea in Conference League rout, TNS make history

Joao Felix ended his goal drought with a brace as Chelsea powered to a 4-1 win against Panathinaikos in the UEFA Conference League, while Welsh club The New Saints made history with a 2-0 victory against Kazakh side Astana on Thursday.

Mourinho sees red as Fenerbahce hold Man Utd

Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands as new side held his former club Manchester United 1-1 on Thursday to extend the English giants' wait for a Europa League win.

Sainz insists leaving Ferrari does not mean farewell to winning

Carlos Sainz believes his days as a race-winning driver will not be over when he leaves Ferrari for Williams next season.

Bottas admits Mercedes supporting role may be only option

Valtteri Bottas would consider returning to Mercedes as a reserve driver next year if he is not retained by Sauber, he admitted on Thursday.

Detroit's Williams get two game NFL suspension for PED breach

Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has been suspended for an unspecified doping offense and will miss the team's next two games, the player confirmed.

Hoy has 'deep resolve' to find positives from cancer diagnosis

Six-time Olympic cycling champion Chris Hoy said he is hoping to make a positive impact from his terminal cancer diagnosis after it sparked a surge in men seeking advice.

Felix double fires Chelsea in Conference League rout

Joao Felix ended his goal drought with a brace as Chelsea powered to a 4-1 win against Panathinaikosin Athens in the UEFA Conference League on Thursday.

NBA Pelicans lose guard Murray indefinitely with broken hand

New Orleans Pelicans guard Dejounte Murray suffered a fractured left hand in a season-opening victory over Chicago and will be sidelined indefinitely, the NBA club announced on Thursday.

Luton striker Adebayo targeted with 'cowardly' racist abuse

English Championship side Luton called out "cowardly" racist abuse aimed towards Elijah Adebayo on social media on Thursday, daring the culprit to face the striker in person.

Saudis part ways with coach Mancini after poor run

Saudi Arabia's football body said it was ending the contract of national coach Roberto Mancini after 14 months in the job on Thursday following a run of poor results.

King of the road Pogacar pens UAE deal until 2030

World champion and three-time Tour de France winner Tadej Pogacar on Thursday penned a new deal with UAE which will run until 2030, the team announced.

Sharapova, Bryan brothers elected to Tennis Hall of Fame

Former world number one Maria Sharapova and the US doubles team of Bob and Mike Bryan were announced on Thursday as 2025 inductees to the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

Carrasquilla and Dumornay named CONCACAF's players of the year

Panama's Adalberto Carrasquilla and Haiti's Melchie Dumornay were named as CONCACAF's Men's and Women's Players of the Year, the confederation said on Thursday.

Chocolates for Nemo as Davies prepares for Vendee Globe

Sailors can be a superstitious bunch and Sam Davies, one of 40 skippers to set off next month on the Vendee Globe solo round-the-world yacht race, is no different.

Smith and late wickets rescue England in third Pakistan Test

England fought back to reduce Pakistan to 73-3 on the first day of the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi Thursday, after off-spinner Sajid Khan took six wickets.

Olympic champion Zheng hails China's tennis boom

Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen said Thursday that tennis has become so popular in China that players are struggling to book courts and find coaches.

Sundar 'will never forget' seven-wicket haul as New Zealand 259 all out

Washington Sundar said he "will never forget" his return to the India side after taking seven wickets Thursday as New Zealand were spun out for 259 on day one of the second Test.

Madrid's Rodrygo to miss Clasico with injury

Real Madrid's Brazilian forward Rodrygo will miss El Clasico against Barcelona on Saturday after suffering a thigh injury in this week's Champions League win against Borussia Dortmund.

Pakistan 73-3, trail England by 194 after spinner Sajid shines

England fought back to reduce Pakistan to 73-3 at close on the opening day of the series-deciding third Test in Rawalpindi on Thursday, with home spinner Sajid Khan grabbing six wickets.

Sundar dazzles with seven wickets as New Zealand 259 all out

Washington Sundar dazzled on his return to India's side with seven wickets New Zealand were spun out for 259 on day one of the second Test on Thursday.

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