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Norris sets early pace at Dutch Grand Prix practice
McLaren's Lando Norris laid down the gauntlet at the Dutch Grand Prix Friday, topping both practice sessions in challenging stop-start conditions that saw a series of driver errors and disruptions.

Bargell tackles medical challenge and starts for US at Women's Rugby World Cup
When Cass Bargell had her large intestine removed four years ago, her surgeon was adamant she would play rugby again, even with an ostomy bag.

Vardy in talks to sign for Serie A outfit Cremonese: source
Jamie Vardy is in talks for a potential move to Serie A team Cremonese, a source at the promoted club confirmed to AFP on Friday.

Arteta concerned by Saka injuries after latest hamstring blow
Mikel Arteta said Bukayo Saka's recurring hamstring injuries are a "big concern" after the Arsenal winger was ruled out for at least two weeks.

Tuchel apologised to Bellingham over 'repulsive' blast
England boss Thomas Tuchel has apologised to Jude Bellingham after describing the Real Madrid star's on-pitch behaviour as "repulsive".

Garnacho arrives at Chelsea as £40 m move from Man Utd moves closer
Alejandro Garnacho has arrived at Chelsea's training ground in advance of his reported £40 million ($54 million) move from Manchester United, Blues boss Enzo Maresca said Friday.

'Sometimes I want to quit' says troubled Man Utd boss Amorim
Ruben Amorim admitted he has thought about quitting Manchester United as the under-fire boss revealed he sometimes "hates" his players.

Crystal Palace to face Dynamo Kyiv, Strasbourg in Conference League
Crystal Palace will face Dynamo Kyiv and Strasbourg in this season's UEFA Conference League as the London club learned their fate Friday for their first ever European campaign.

Europa League draw throws up Forest rematch with Malmo
Nottingham Forest were handed a reunion with Swedish side Malmo on their long-awaited return to continental competition as Friday's draw for this season's Europa League threw up a repeat of the sides' clash in the 1979 European Cup final.

Rooney reckons 'something is broken' at Amorim's Man Utd
Wayne Rooney believes Ruben Amorim's remarks following Manchester United's shock League Cup loss at Grimsby prove "something is broken" at the club.

McLaren set pace in first practice at Dutch Grand Prix
McLaren set out their stall as the team to beat at the first practice session of the Dutch Grand Prix Friday, their two drivers setting the early pace in tricky conditions.

'Money': Bayern's Kompany laments Premier League spending power
Bayern manager Vincent Kompany on Friday lamented the spending power of Premier League clubs, as reports emerged of one-time Munich target Nick Woltemade signing with Newcastle.

Alexander-Arnold dropped by England for World Cup qualifiers
Trent Alexander-Arnold was dropped by England as coach Thomas Tuchel on Friday handed first call-ups to Elliot Anderson and Djed Spence for the World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Serbia.

Howe vows Newcastle won't make 'poor' transfer decisions
Eddie Howe has promised Newcastle will not make "poor" transfer decisions as German international Nick Woltemade's impending arrival opens the way for Alexander Isak to join Liverpool.

Max Verstappen: fan favourite but -- for once -- not race favourite
It is simply impossible to avoid Max Verstappen at Zandvoort aan Zee, the seaside resort that hosts the Dutch Grand Prix.

Tukuafu returns for women's rugby world champions New Zealand against Japan
Kennedy Tukuafu will make her first Test appearance since July after being named in a much-changed New Zealand side for the reigning champions' Women's Rugby World Cup pool match against Japan in Exeter on Sunday.

Mourinho sacked by Fenerbahce after Champions League exit
Fenerbahce on Friday sacked Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho after they failed to make the lucrative Champions League league phase, the Turkish club said in a statement.

Outdoor athletics season should be longer, says Coe
The outdoor season for athletes, welfare concerns notwithstanding, should be stretched longer than it currently is, according to World Athletics president Sebastian Coe.

Late-night Paul battles through at US Open in 1:46 am finish
Tommy Paul survived a brutal five-set epic that finished at 1:46 am to fight his way past Nuno Borges and into the third round of the US Open early Friday.

Sinner on the march as Swiatek, tearful Gauff toil at US Open
Reigning men's champion Jannik Sinner charged into the third round of the US Open on Thursday as Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek battled to keep their title bids intact.

Celtic and Rangers seek Old Firm tonic for Champions League trauma
Celtic and Rangers head into Sunday's Old Firm clash still licking their wounds from humiliating Champions League exits that have left fans of both Scottish giants venting their anger.

Aussie Rules player latest found with concussion-linked brain disease
A former Australian Rules player has posthumously been diagnosed with a brain disease linked to repeated head trauma, his mother saying Friday she hoped some good would come out of the finding.

Biles' presence helps Gauff win US Open crying game
Coco Gauff said the presence of Olympic gymnastics legend Simone Biles at courtside helped her through the worst experience of her tennis career as she battled to a tearful US Open victory over Donna Vekic on Thursday.

Olympic marathon champion Hassan opts for Sydney ahead of worlds
Reigning Olympic marathon champion Sifan Hassan plans to skip the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, instead preferring to be part of history in Sydney.

Atletico already playing catch-up after poor La Liga start
Atletico Madrid overhauled their squad this summer in the hope of being able to compete with giants Barcelona and Real Madrid for the Spanish title but have started La Liga with one point from a possible six.

Lyon find cause for optimism after turbulent summer
Condemned to relegation two months ago before being handed a reprieve on appeal, Lyon have emerged from the most turbulent period in their modern history with some cause for optimism after enjoying a strong start to the season in France.

Sinner on the march as tearful Gauff, Swiatek toil at US Open
Reigning men's champion Jannik Sinner charged into the third round of the US Open on Thursday as Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek battled to keep their title bids intact.

Big numbers set to remain a feature of Women's Rugby World Cup
The Women's Rugby World Cup heads into its second week on the back of impressive off-field numbers, with organisers adamant the tournament's momentum can be maintained despite several mismatches in the first round of pool matches.

Gauff wins crying game to reach US Open third round
A tearful Coco Gauff battled through another shaky performance to defeat Croatia's Donna Vekic and reach the third round of the US Open on Thursday.

Arsenal seek statement win at Liverpool, Amorim faces Burnley must-win
Liverpool and Arsenal aim to strike first blood in the Premier League title race as last season's top two face off at Anfield after a summer of heavy spending.

Cowboys trade Parsons to Packers in blockbuster NFL deal
The Dallas Cowboys traded superstar pass rusher Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers on Thursday in a deal that will reportedly make him the highest-paid non-quarterback in NFL history.

Solskjaer sacked by Besiktas after European flop
Former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was sacked as coach of Besiktas on Thursday after the Turkish club fell to a costly second-leg defeat in their UEFA Conference League play-off with Swiss side Lausanne.