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Colts top Commanders in NFL London game
Indianapolis running back Jonathan Taylor ran for two touchdowns as the Colts defeated the injury-hit Washington Commanders 30-13 on Sunday in the NFL's latest foray in London.
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Three previous two-time Arc de Triomphe winners
Daryz joined a rare band of two-time victors of the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Europe's most prestigious race, at Longchamp on Sunday.
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Evenepoel puts worlds 'disappointment' to bed with European crown
The 2024 Olympic road racing gold medallist Remco Evenepoel said on Sunday taking the European championship title helped him to get over failing to claim the world crown earlier this month.
'Champion' Daryz wins second successive Arc in fine style
Daryz became only the ninth horse to win Europe's most prestigious race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, for a second time as he triumphed in impressive style at Longchamp racecourse on Sunday.
Two-time winning Arc trainer Rouget bows out in emotional farewell
Two-time Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe winning trainer Jean-Claude Rouget failed to add a fairytale third on Sunday as Arrow Eagle finished 12th in what was the final runner of his storied career.
Daryz wins second successive Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
Daryz became only the ninth horse to win Europe's most prestigious race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, for a second time as he triumphed in impressive style at Longchamp racecourse on Sunday.
Battling Djokovic stuns top seed Zverev at China Open
Novak Djokovic rolled back the years to oust Alexander Zverev from the China Open on Sunday, beating the top seed 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 to set up a blockbuster semi-final with Daniil Medvedev.
England's seven-goal spree sends message to Euro rivals: Kane
Harry Kane said England's 7-0 rout of Croatia in the Nations League served as a statement of intent to their European rivals.
Sydney Roosters edge Knights in tense NRL grand final
The Sydney Roosters ended the Newcastle Knights' fairytale run with a thrilling 19-18 victory to clinch Australia's National Rugby League title on Sunday.
Verstappen claims first win of year in chaotic Bahrain GP in Malaysia
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen secured his and Red Bull's first win this year with an imperious drive Sunday in chaotic conditions in a storm-delayed Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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.
Chanel: unpicking one year of 'Blazymania'
Exactly a year since he unveiled his first collection at Chanel, Franco-Belgian designer Matthieu Blazy has proved himself to be a shrewd and hugely profitable recruit by the family-owned French fashion label.
Cry for help as French-Swiss lake dries up
The picturesque Lac des Brenets between France and Switzerland has dried up after a record-breaking hot summer, leaving locals crying out for help to save the lake.
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.
US prison chief who oversaw botched execution resigns
The prison chief in the southern US state of Tennessee has resigned, the governor said Saturday, after an unprecedented botched execution left a convicted murderer on a ventilator in critical condition.
'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.
Finnish town braces for change from Google data centres
In the northern Finnish town of Muhos, 36-year-old farmer Joni Pitkanen is preparing for life with a new neighbour -- just kilometers away, tech giant Google is planning to build new data centres.
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.
Music links past, present for Pedro Pascal's cellist in 'Behemoth!'
Pedro Pascal learned to play the cello for his starring role in upcoming film "Behemoth!" from Oscar-winning writer-director Tony Gilroy.
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.