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Alcaraz falls to Shelton in epic latest-ever US Open finish
Carlos Alcaraz tumbled out of the US Open quarter-finals at 3:34 am Wednesday, falling to Ben Shelton in an epic five-set thriller that broke the record for latest finish ever at Flushing Meadows.
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Indian hockey back on 'road to gold' after years in the wilderness
Under the gaze of men's coach Craig Fulton, India's hockey players run, dribble and sweat buckets at an intense training camp in Bengaluru.
Rescuers search for survivors after powerful Japan quake kills 13
A major earthquake that severely damaged a shopping mall and a factory in Japan killed at least 13 people, offficials said Wednesday, as rescuers desperately tried to reach survivors feared trapped in the wreckage.
Five dead after powerful Japan quake, others missing
A major quake that badly damaged a shopping mall and a factory in Japan killed at least five people, emergency services said on Wednesday.
'Very hungry' Joao Pedro impresses new Chelsea manager Alonso
Chelsea's Brazilian striker Joao Pedro is "very hungry" after his World Cup snub, with a quick-fire hat-trick in the team's opening pre-season game impressing new manager Xabi Alonso.
Two dead in shopping mall hit by Japan quake
Two young women were found dead early Wednesday in a mall badly damaged by a powerful earthquake and subsequent explosion in Japan, local media reported, as crews continued searching for missing people.
Eseme, Hobbs shine in Glasgow rain to win 100m Commonwealth gold
Cameroon's Emmanuel Eseme defied the torrential rain in Glasgow to win the men's 100 metres in a Commonwealth Games record time on Tuesday as New Zealand's Zoe Hobbs surged to a surprise victory in the women's 100m.
Aussie teen Hewitt wins first ATP match in Washington where dad won title
Cruz Hewitt, the 17-year-old son of former world number one Lleyton Hewitt, captured his first ATP Tour victory on Tuesday to reach the second round of the Washington Open.
Warriors re-sign Green after LeBron James shun
The Golden State Warriors have re-signed veteran Draymond Green on a one-year $28 million deal after missing out on LeBron James, US media reported Tuesday.
New Zealand's Hobbs surges to women's 100m Commonwealth gold
Zoe Hobbs produced a remarkable run from lane seven to win the women's 100m final at the Commonwealth Games for New Zealand.
Cameroon's Eseme storms to 100m Commonwealth gold
Emmanuel Eseme stormed through torrential rain in Glasgow to claim Commonwealth Games gold for Cameroon in the 100m in a new Games record time of 9.83 seconds.
West Indies beat Pakistan by 90 runs in first Test
Pakistan crumbled for the second consecutive day to the West Indies pace attack, losing the first Test of a two-match series by 90 runs on the fourth day in Trinidad on Tuesday.
AIDS activists slam 'pharma greed' over breakthrough drug
Activists at a major AIDS conference in Brazil this week demanded wider access to generic versions of a breakthrough HIV prevention drug which can cost tens of thousands of dollars a year.
France needs more Canadair water bombers but building them is painfully slow
As French firefighters struggle to contain the worst wildfires in living memory with just 12 aerial water bombers, production of the iconic aircraft creaks along half a world away in a Canadian factory.
Jalen Carter signs record $152m extension with Eagles
Jalen Carter has signed a four-year extension with the Philadelphia Eagles, the club said Tuesday, in a deal that reportedly makes him the highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history.
Many feared trapped in quake-hit Japan mall
Emergency responders searched early Wednesday for people feared trapped in a shopping mall in Japan after a major earthquake toppled buildings, sparked fires and reportedly killed one person and injured more than 100.
France pressures Suriname as illegal mining plagues border
Illegal mining along Suriname's border with French Guiana is viewed as a ticking time bomb by French authorities, who are pushing for a joint effort to defuse the crisis.
Cucurella keeps De la Fuente tattoo pledge after Spain World Cup win
Spain international Marc Cucurella revealed a new tattoo of coach Luis de la Fuente on his arm on Tuesday, keeping a promise he made before the country's World Cup win.
Korda, Ryu eye history at Women's British Open
Nelly Korda and Ryu Hae-ran are bidding to join an elite group by claiming a third major of the season at the Women's British Open after sharing golf's biggest prizes in 2026.
Mancini returns as coach of crisis-hit Italy
Roberto Mancini has been named the head coach of Italy's national team for a second time, tasked with revitalising the Azzurri who have missed out on the last three World Cups, FIGC president Giovanni Malago said Tuesday.
Dozens feared trapped in quake-hit Japan mall
Dozens of people were feared trapped in a shopping mall in Japan on Tuesday after a major earthquake toppled buildings, sparked fires and reportedly killed one person and injured more than 100.
Diaz and Olise set to stay at Bayern, says CEO
Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen said Tuesday it would be "foolish" to let Luis Diaz leave while confirming Michael Olise would stay with the Bundesliga champions next season.
Fan favourite 'Zizou' soaks up acclaim after being named France coach
Cometh the hour, cometh the man: Zinedine Zidane did not let down the 100 or so French football fans waiting outside the federation headquarters as he came outside to greet them moments after being unveiled as national coach on Tuesday.
'Many people' feared trapped in mall after big Japan quake
"Many people" were feared trapped in a stricken shopping mall in Japan late on Tuesday, authorities said, after a major earthquake toppled buildings, sparked fires and reportedly injured more than 100.
'Only job I wanted': France turn to Zidane as coach
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.
France evacuates thousands as Spain PM says tide turning in wildfire fight
France evacuated 4,000 more people in the face of a giant wildfire on Tuesday as it braced for worsening conditions, while Spain's premier said there was "light at the end of the tunnel" for his country's own fight.
Anglican Church leader visits slave trade project on Africa tour
The head of the Church of England Sarah Mullally has visited an Anglican-led project in Ghana on the transatlantic slave trade and met the country's president as part of an African tour.
Josko Gvardiol signs new five-year deal at Man City
Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester City, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.
Pedro bags three, Alonso starts Chelsea reign with 6-4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to a winning start on Tuesday in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers, with Brazilian striker Joao Pedro scoring a late nine-minute hat-trick to ensure victory.
Man City's Rodri sidelined for 'short period' following back surgery
Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri will be sidelined for a short period following minor back surgery, Manchester City said on Tuesday.
Pedro bags three as Alonso starts Chelsea reign with 6-4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to winning start on Tuesday in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers with Brazilian striker Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick late in the game to ensure victory.
Real Madrid in negotiations to buy Leipzig's Diomande: source
Real Madrid are in talks with RB Leipzig to buy Ivorian winger Yan Diomande, a source at the German club confirmed to AFP on Tuesday.
'Only job I wanted', says new France coach Zidane
Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced.