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Sabalenka out of China Open in third round, Medvedev into semis
Aryna Sabalenka was swatted aside in straight sets in the third round of the China Open on Sunday, leaving the women's draw without its top two seeds, while Daniil Medvedev went through for the men.
Red Bull's Verstappen wins Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
Red Bull's Max Verstappen took his first win of the season at a chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Sunday that only started on the second attempt 1hr 40min late because of rain.
Asian Games close in Japan after records, rancour and rain
The Asian Games in Japan closed on Sunday after a fortnight lit up by record-smashing young stars but marred by mishaps, mediocre crowds and accusations of mismanagement.
Alcaraz through to Japan Open semis, Fils crashes out
Carlos Alcaraz qualified for the semi-finals of the Japan Open on Sunday after an ailing Denis Shapovalov retired to hand the world number three a 7-6 (7/3), 2-1 victory.
South Korea captain 'deeply sorry' for gloating about military exemption
South Korea's Asian Games football captain apologised on Sunday for boasting that his gold medal meant he did not have to do military service.
Alcaraz through to Japan Open semis after Shapovalov injury
Carlos Alcaraz qualified for the semi-finals of the Japan Open on Sunday after an ailing Denis Shapovalov retired to hand the world number three a 7-6 (7/3), 2-1 victory.
Asian Games set to close after records, rancour and rain
The Asian Games in Japan will close later Sunday after a fortnight of record-smashing displays from young stars, but marred by mix-ups, patchy crowds and accusations of mismanagement.
Sabalenka swept out of China Open in third round
Aryna Sabalenka was swatted aside in straight sets by 34th-ranked Nikola Bartunkova in the third round of the China Open on Sunday, leaving the event without its top two seeds.
China swim sensation Yu Zidi, 13, says 'I'm no prodigy'
The 13-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi said "I'm no prodigy" after she was named Asian Games MVP on Sunday following three record-breaking displays in Japan.
Yu Zidi to Ohashi: Asian Games stars who can light up LA Olympics
The Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya close on Sunday, bringing the curtain down on a fortnight of competition featuring some record-breaking performances.
Teens on target again as USA down Mexico 3-0
Cavan Sullivan became the youngest US international goalscorer in history as the United States defeated arch-rivals Mexico 3-0 in a friendly international in Arizona on Saturday.
World records prove Asian Games were a hit, says top official
An Asian Olympic chief said Sunday that more than 50 world records at the Games in Japan proved the event was a success, despite numerous complaints from disgruntled teams.
'Disappointing' as South Korea flag mishap sees Games end on sour note
South Korea's Asian Games football captain called it "disappointing" after the country's flag appeared to get stuck during the victory ceremony following their win over hosts Japan.
'Chaotic' Asian Games threaten Japan hopes of hosting Olympics again
Japan is traditionally seen as a reliable host for major sporting events but an Asian Games dogged by organisational woes has tarnished that image and raised questions over future bids, experts say.
Three-peat seeking Dodgers open playoffs with a win, Rays hold off Yankees
The Los Angeles Dodgers, chasing a rare World Series three-peat, opened their Major League Baseball playoff campaign with a 5-3 win over Atlanta on Saturday as the Tampa Bay Rays rode a one-hit gem from pitcher Drew Rasmussen to a 1-0 win over the New York Yankees.
'Just be you': Kim reveals Tiger text that inspired him to gold
Asian Games golf champion Tom Kim revealed he was inspired by a message from Tiger Woods before his sparkling final round in Nagoya.
Dodgers step up World Series three-peat bid with 5-3 win over Braves
The Los Angeles Dodgers, chasing a rare World Series three-peat, rode six strong innings from pitcher Tarik Skubal and home runs from Teoscar Hernandez, Kyle Tucker and Max Muncy to a 5-3 win over Atlanta in their Major League Baseball playoff opener on Saturday.
Spain break down Czechs as England outclass Croatia in Nations League
World Cup winners Spain were made to work for a 3-1 win against the Czech Republic in the Nations League on Saturday while England sparkled in thrashing Croatia 7-0.
Toulouse edge Castres in Top 14 derby
A much-changed Toulouse edged rivals Castres 8-7 in the French Top 14 on Saturday to move to the summit of the table despite the absence of Antoine Dupont.
Yamal on target as Spain hold off Czech Republic
Lamine Yamal continued his superb goalscoring form as Spain secured a 3-1 win over the Czech Republic on Saturday in the Nations League.
Murakami homer propels White Sox to MLB playoff win over Guardians
Munetaka Murakami belted a two-run home run to power the Chicago White Sox to a 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Saturday in game one of their Major League Baseball playoff series.
Tuchel hails 'complete' England after Croatia demolition
Thomas Tuchel saluted England's "complete" performance in a 7-0 rout of hapless Croatia in the Nations League on Saturday.
Fury to invite Trump to lead ring walk before Joshua showdown
Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will invite US President Donald Trump to lead his ring walk before his clash with British rival Anthony Joshua.
MVP Judge will miss Yankees' MLB playoff series against Rays
Injured New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge was left off the roster for the team's American League Division Series against the Rays that starts Saturday in Tampa, Florida.
Seventh heaven for England in Nations League rout of Croatia
Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka both struck twice as England ran riot in a 7-0 rout of abject Croatia in the Nations League on Saturday.
Fernandes hails Portugal's 'greatest symbol' Ronaldo, calls for unity
Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes said Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing icon despite walking out on the squad this week after finding out he would not start a match.
Grandidier-Nkanang double takes Pau to Top 14 summit despite Vannes fightback
France winger Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang scored twice as Pau held off a second-half comeback from new boys Vannes to win 43-40 and move to the summit of the French Top 14.
Trainer Scott gets perfect Arc boost with top notch double
English trainer George Scott took the honours on Saturday at Longchamp with a double, the perfect morale booster on the eve of Bay City Roller running in Europe's most prestigious race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
Brazil shine on Selecao's first visit to India
Five-time World Cup winners Brazil showed glimpses of their class in a 4-0 win over India in a rare football friendly between the two nations in Kolkata on Saturday.
Zverev sets up Djokovic quarter-final at China Open, Rybakina out
Big-serving Alexander Zverev trounced home hopeful Shang Juncheng 6-0, 6-3 at the China Open on Saturday to set up a quarter-final clash with Novak Djokovic, while Elena Rybakina was stunned on her opener in Beijing.
Happier at home, Bordeaux hammer Lyon in Top 14
Bordeaux Begles worked an embarrassing Top 14 loss out of their system Saturday as they pulverised Lyon, who started the fourth round in second place, 51-28.
South Korea lift gloom with smash-and-grab Games football gold
South Korea won men's football gold at the Asian Games on Saturday, beating hosts Japan 1-0 in the final to lift the gloom after a disastrous World Cup and series of damaging controversies.