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Nakashima pounds Fritz, Bejlek beats Keys in Cincinnati upsets
Brandon Nakashima continued his red-hot pace on Friday, knocking out sixth-seeded Taylor Fritz 7-6 (11/9), 4-6, 6-3 to reach the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters semi-finals.
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Injured Rune withdraws from US Open
Former world number four Holger Rune, sidelined since October by an Achilles tendon injury, has withdrawn from the US Open, organizers said Friday.
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Unbeaten Stevenson schools Conceicao in super featherweight bout
Unbeaten Shakur Stevenson said goodbye to the super featherweight division Friday with a unanimous decision victory over Robson Conceicao in New Jersey.
Elton John, a Trump favorite, sings at Biden White House
Elton John on Friday sang at the White House at the invitation of President Joe Biden, after declining invitations from his predecessor Donald Trump.
Marquez fastest in rain-hit Japanese MotoGP practice
Six-time MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez topped a tricky second practice on Saturday for the Japanese Grand Prix as a typhoon brought heavy rain.
Tearful British cycling star adds to soaring reputation on 18th birthday
Unstoppable all-rounder Zoe Backstedt was in tears as she crossed the finish line after blitzing the field Saturday to win a fifth cycling world title across four disciplines -- and on her 18th birthday.
Cardinals slugger Pujols joins baseball's elite 700-homer club
St. Louis slugger Albert Pujols became just the fourth Major League Baseball player to hit 700 home runs on Friday, with two homers in the first four innings against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Federer relishes 'different' future after final bow alongside Nadal
Roger Federer promised his fans they had not seen the last of him after bringing the curtain down on his glittering career, saying he would see them on a "different type of tennis court" in future.
Messi scores twice as Argentina down Honduras
Lionel Messi's expertly taken double helped seal a comprehensive 3-0 win for Argentina over Honduras in Miami on Friday to extend their impressive unbeaten run ahead of the Qatar World Cup.
The bicycle making its way through Bogota's hellish traffic
Each morning, hundreds of cyclists ride through the socially disadvantaged neighborhood of Kennedy in southern Bogota.
In Canada's Arctic, Inuit traditions help combat youth depression
Filleting a fish, lighting a fire or building an igloo: In Canada's Arctic, Inuit youth are being encouraged to connect with their culture in an attempt to prevent severe depression and save lives.
Homa finds joy money can't buy with win at Presidents Cup
Sinking one of most pressure-packed putts of his life brought Max Homa a joy money can't buy and maybe even a major title couldn't match.
Roger Federer: Enfant terrible to saintly global icon
From racquet-smashing enfant terrible with a bad attitude and ill-advised ponytail to universally respected role model and modern icon, Roger Federer has attained almost saintly status.
Immelman laughs at LIV-boss Norman's Cup well wishes
Internationals captain Trevor Immelman, whose Presidents Cup squad was decimated by defectors to the LIV Golf Series, laughed off the well wishes of LIV commissioner Greg Norman on Friday.
Federer hails 'amazing journey' as he bows out with defeat
A tearful Roger Federer said he had been on an "amazing journey" after the final match of his outstanding tennis career ended in a defeat partnering long-time rival Rafael Nadal in a doubles at the Laver Cup in the early hours of Saturday.
Tearful Federer bows out of tennis with Laver Cup defeat
Roger Federer ended his remarkable career with an agonising doubles defeat alongside long-time rival Rafael Nadal at the Laver Cup in the early hours of Saturday.
Unbeaten Cantlay-Schauffele duo will sit early at Presidents Cup
Tokyo Olympic champion Xander Schauffele and Patrick Cantlay, an unbeaten United States duo, will sit out Saturday's morning foursomes (alternate shot) matches against the Internationals at the Presidents Cup.
Phelps finds new focus in mental health fight
A self-confessed "shark" in the water Michael Phelps trained non stop in pursuit of his all-consuming dream to become the greatest swimmer of all time.
USA grabs record-tying 8-2 lead at Presidents Cup
Max Homa sank a dramatic 11-foot birdie putt at the 18th hole Friday to deliver an emotional victory that gave the United States a record-tying 8-2 lead at the Presidents Cup.
Southgate brushes off the boos after latest Italy defeat
Gareth Southgate said he will take criticism from England fans after his team were beaten again by their Euro 2020 conquerers Italy on Friday and relegated from the top division of the Nations League.
Clashes erupt at Mexico protest over missing students
Protesters hurling rocks and homemade explosive devices clashed with security forces at a Mexican military base during a demonstration Friday over the disappearance of 43 students in 2014.
Udoka suspension 'well warranted' - Celtics owner
Boston Celtics owner Wyc Grousbeck said Friday the NBA team's one-season suspension of coach Ime Udoka was "well warranted and appropriate."
Raspadori strike keeps Italy's Nations League hopes alive and sends England down
Giacomo Raspadori fired Italy to a 1-0 win over England on Friday which kept alive their hopes of making the Nations League final four.
Stunning Szalai strike gives Hungary 1-0 win over Germany in Leipzig
A superb first-half stiletto kick from striker Adam Szalai gave Hungary a 1-0 away win over Germany at Leipzig's Red Bull Arena on Friday.
Raspadori strike keeps Italy's Nations League hopes alive and send England down
Giacomo Raspadori fired Italy to a 1-0 win over England on Friday which kept alive their hopes of making the Nations League final four.
Richarlison scores twice as Brazil ease past Ghana
Richarlison struck twice as Brazil showcased their World Cup credentials by putting on an attacking masterclass in a 3-0 victory over Ghana in Friday's friendly in Le Havre.
Iran protests flare anew hours after pro-government rallies
Protests flared in Iran for an eighth straight night Friday over the death of a young woman arrested by morality police, verified social media posts showed, hours after counter-demonstrations mobilised by authorities.
Nearly 2,000 Liverpool fans to sue UEFA over Champions League fiasco
More than 1,700 Liverpool fans who allege they were injured or suffered psychological trauma as a result of the crowd chaos at this year's Champions League final in Paris are to sue UEFA, lawyers said on Friday.
Brook, Duckett help England thump Pakistan in third T20I
Middle-order batters Harry Brook and Ben Duckett smashed robust maiden half centuries in England's thumping 63-run win in the third Twenty20 international against Pakistan in Karachi on Friday.
WADA rejects calls to remove marijuana from banned list
Marijuana will remain on the World Anti-Doping Agency's list of banned substances after the body rejected calls to change its status on Friday.
India's Rohit levels Australia T20 series with unbeaten 46
Rohit Sharma's unbeaten 20-ball 46 helped India seal a six-wicket victory over visitors Australia in the second T20 which was cut to eight overs a-side Friday.
Pakistan's dire floods signal global crisis, PM tells UN
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warned the United Nations on Friday that climate disasters will not remain confined to his country, in the wake of floods that have devastated the South Asian giant.
Tsitsipas shrugs off fiery Laver Cup protest to give Europe 2-0 lead
Stefanos Tsitsipas shrugged off a dramatic on-court protest by a demonstrator who set his arm ablaze to give Team Europe a 2-0 lead against Team World at the Laver Cup on Friday.