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France look to get Six Nations bid back on track against Italy
France take on Italy in Rome on Sunday trying to stay in touch with Ireland ahead of a crunch clash in Dublin next month which could decide the destination of the Six Nations.

Buoyant Frankfurt aim for 'perfection' against league leaders Bayern
Despite their best Bundesliga season in decades, Eintracht Frankfurt know only something close to a perfect performance will help topple league leaders Bayern Munich on Sunday.

Cavs crush Knicks in battle of NBA East elite, Thunder roll
The Cleveland Cavaliers boosted their NBA-best record with a 142-105 romp past the New York Knicks on Friday, tightening their grip on the Eastern Conference lead with an all-around dominant display.

Cavs crush Knicks in battle of NBA East elite
The Cleveland Cavaliers boosted their NBA-best record with a 142-105 romp past the New York Knicks on Friday, tightening their grip on the Eastern Conference lead with an all-around dominant display.

Reds boss Kiss hails resilience in 13-try Super Rugby extravaganza
Queensland Reds boss Les Kiss has praised his side's resilience in a high-octane 56-36 Super Rugby win over Moana Pasifika despite being reduced to 14 men for 30 minutes.

South Africa's Potgieter fires 61 to grab PGA Mexico Open lead
South African Aldrich Potgieter fired a 10-under par 61 to grab a four-stroke lead after Friday's second round of the US PGA Tour's Mexico Open.

Everton boss Moyes doing a better job than me, says Man Utd's Amorim
Ruben Amorim admits David Moyes is doing a better job reviving Everton than the under-fire Manchester United boss has been able to achieve in his short spell at Old Trafford.

Champions Spain fight back in Women's Nations League opener, England held
Spain kicked off their Women's Nations League title defence by fighting back to snatch a thrilling 3-2 win over Belgium on Friday while European champions England were held to a 1-1 draw in Portugal.

Leicester hit historic low in Brentford rout
Leicester's bid to avoid relegation from the Premier League hit a historic low as Brentford cruised to a 4-0 win at the King Power Stadium on Friday.

'Super tough' Rublev in third Qatar final, faces Draper for title
Russia's Andrey Rublev reached his third Qatar Open final on Friday after a "super tough" three-set triumph over Felix Auger-Aliassime of Canada.

Yankees change facial hair policy to allow 'well-groomed beards'
It's a hair-raising situation, but the New York Yankees have had to face facts, so the club announced Friday it will change its facial hair policy, allowing players to have "well-groomed beards" moving forward.

There's optimism Wembanyama will make strong recovery
It's far too soon to know how Victor Wembanyama's blood clots will impact his long-term NBA prospects, but there is reason for optimism based upon others with similar issues.

Holders Spain stun Belgium with late comeback in women's Nations League
Women's Nations League holders Spain kicked off the new edition by fighting back to snatch a thrilling 3-2 win over Belgium on Friday in Group A3.

USA needs travel reforms to cope with mega sports events: report
The United States needs to make significant changes to air travel to cope with the increase in visitors expected for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Los Angeles Olympic, according to a new report.

World champion Brignone storms to Sestriere giant slalom
Federica Brignone stormed to victory in Friday's giant slalom in Sestriere on her return to action as the newly-crowned world champion, as Mikaela Shiffrin flopped in her bid for a 100th World Cup win.

'Unknown little Englishman' Sherratt hoping to reverse Welsh fortunes
Interim Wales coach Matt Sherratt, once dubbed an "unknown little Englishman" in his first foray into Welsh international rugby, expects Ireland to be more "on guard" when the teams meet in Cardiff on Saturday in a tale of two countries.

Court of Arbitration for Sport rejects Rubiales ban appeal
The former head of the Spanish football federation, Luis Rubiales, who was found guilty of kissing player Jenni Hermoso without her consent, has failed in his appeal against his suspension from football, the Court of Arbitration for Sport said on Friday.

Postecoglou wants Spurs to 'kick on' after turning corner
Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou wants his side to build on back-to-back Premier League wins as Spurs' injury crisis begins to ease.

Rickelton hits century as South Africa rout Afghanistan in Champions Trophy
Opener Ryan Rickelton struck a maiden one-day international hundred as South Africa routed Afghanistan by 107 runs in the Champions Trophy in Karachi on Friday.

Ireland expect 'galvanised' hosts, as Wales try to quiet 'outside noise'
Ireland No 8 Jack Conan expects to face a "galvanised" Wales when the two teams clash in the Six Nations in Cardiff on Saturday, while Welsh flanker Tommy Reffell is keen to change the "outside noise".

History inspires Darge as Scotland eye five wins in a row over England
Scotland co-captain Rory Darge says the chance to make history will fuel his side's "massive ambition" when they bid for a record-breaking fifth win in a row over England in Saturday's Six Nations clash at Twickenham.

Rangers boss Clement not distracted by US takeover reports
Rangers manager Philippe Clement said he is not focused on reports that the club is to be taken over by a US-led consortium, just days after the Belgian received a vote of confidence from his current superiors.

Andreeva defeats Rybakina in Dubai to become youngest WTA 1000 finalist
Teenager Mirra Andreeva toppled another seed at the Dubai Championships, upsetting Elena Rybakina on Friday to become the youngest player to reach the final of a WTA 1000 tournament.

Ramos starts at 10 for 'competitive' France against Italy
Thomas Ramos, who played the first two Six Nations matches this year at full-back, has been restored to the fly-half position for France's meeting with Italy in Rome, coach Fabien Galthie announced on Friday.

Ramos starts at 10 for France against Italy
Thomas Ramos, who played the first two Six Nations matches this year at full-back, has been restored to the fly-half position for France's meeting with Italy in Rome, coach Fabien Galthie announced on Friday.

Merlier edges UAE Tour sprint as Pogacar retains lead
Belgian sprinter Tim Merlier won the fifth stage of the UAE Tour in a close finish on Friday as Tadej Pogacar retained the overall lead.

Conan expects 'galvanised' Wales, Reffell keen to change outside noise
Ireland No 8 Jack Conan expects to front up against a "galvanised" Wales when the two teams clash in the Six Nations Cardiff on Saturday, while Welsh flanker Tommy Reffell is keen to change the "outside noise".

Italy make two changes for Six Nations clash with France
Italy coach Gonzalo Quesada announced two changes Friday to the starting line-up for the meeting with France in Rome in the Six Nations.

Amorim insists Man Utd 'improving' despite slump
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim said his side have to make extra time on the training ground count after a dreadful run of Premier League results.

'Obsessed' Arteta wants Arsenal title charge
Mikel Arteta admitted he is "obsessed" with winning the Premier League title as he urged Arsenal to keep the pressure on leaders Liverpool.

Davis Cup draw postponed as Chile protests Belgian knockout win
The draw for the Davis Cup play-offs was postponed to allow an investigation into the bizarre ending of the Belgium-Chile qualifying tie, the International Tennis Federation told AFP on Friday.

England's Willis realises boyhood Six Nations dream against Scotland
England No 8 Tom Willis says he's "unbelievably excited" to face Scotland as he prepares for his Calcutta Cup debut.