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Bradman 'baggy green' cap won during 1946-47 Ashes sells for $287,000
A "baggy green" Test cap worn by Australian cricketing legend Don Bradman has been bought for Aus$438,550 (US$287,000) by the country's National Museum, which called it an iconic slice of history.

Alcaraz, Djokovic into US Open last 16 as Sabalenka avenges defeat
Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic edged closer to a semi-final showdown at the US Open on Friday as Aryna Sabalenka avenged the memory of a bitter defeat to power into the last 16.

Djokovic overcomes Norrie to make US Open last 16
Novak Djokovic beat Britain's Cameron Norrie in four sets on Friday to became the oldest man to reach the US Open last 16 since Jimmy Connors in 1991.

Morocco seek record third CHAN title against Madagascar
Morocco have an unprecedented third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title in their sights on Saturday when they play Madagascar in the final at Nairobi's Kasarani stadium.

Sabalenka extends tie-break streak, downs Fernandez
World number one Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the fourth round of the US Open on Friday after extending her remarkable streak of tie-break victories to defeat Canada's Leylah Fernandez.

Chinese rookie Wang grabs LPGA lead at storm-hit TPC Boston
Chinese rookie Miranda Wang birdied the last three holes to seize a two-stroke lead when darkness halted Friday's storm-hit second round of the LPGA FM Championship at TPC Boston.

Flushed out: home hopes Shelton, Tiafoe exit in US Open blow
Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe both crashed out in the third round of the US Open on a bleak day for a host nation without a men's Grand Slam champion in over 20 years.

Sounders out to 'prove a point' against Messi's Inter in Leagues Cup final
The Seattle Sounders are conceding nothing as they prepare to host football's "greatest player" Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup final on Sunday.

Tiafoe bounced out in US Open third round
Frances Tiafoe, a US Open semi-finalist twice in the past three years, crashed out in straight sets to Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff in the third round on Friday.

Maresca won't ban Chelsea players from social media
Enzo Maresca will not ban Chelsea's players from social media after Alejandro Garnacho's impending move to Stamford Bridge raised questions about his online presence.

Amorim expects to stay at Man Utd as pressure mounts
Ruben Amorim is adamant he will still be in charge of Manchester United after the forthcoming international break despite the mounting pressure on the beleaguered boss.
Alcaraz romps into US Open fourth round, injured Shelton exits
Carlos Alcaraz surged into the fourth round of the US Open on Friday as American hopes of ending the country's 22-year wait for a men's champion suffered a blow with the injury exit of sixth seed Ben Shelton

Mussolini's great grandson hails winning Serie A debut with table-toppers Cremonese
The great-grandson of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini hailed as unforgettable his Serie A debut on Friday after he came off the bench to help Cremonese beat Sassuolo 3-2.

Shelton quits US Open with shoulder injury
Sixth seed Ben Shelton's US Open bid was derailed Friday by a shoulder injury that forced him to retire from his third-round match against Frenchman Adrian Mannarino.

St Pauli upstage Hamburg in derby return
Hamburg were outclassed by city rivals St Pauli at home on Friday, losing 2-0 in the first top-flight derby between the sides in 14 years.

Controversial coach boosting Rybakina at US Open
Elena Rybakina said her reunion with controversial coach Stefano Vukov has boosted her US Open campaign after she demolished Britain's Emma Raducanu to reach the fourth round on Friday.

FA Cup-holders Palace sign Spain winger Pino
Crystal Palace have signed Spain winger Yeremy Pino from Villarreal, the English FA Cup-holders announced Friday.

Alcaraz romps into US Open fourth round, Rybakina advances
Carlos Alcaraz surged into the fourth round of the US Open on Friday as Novak Djokovic and defending women's champion Aryna Sabalenka aimed to keep their title bids on track.

Alcaraz mows down Darderi to reach US Open last 16
Carlos Alcaraz coasted into the last 16 of the US Open on Friday with a straight-sets win despite sparking fitness concerns as he received treatment for a knee issue.

Schwarber hits historic four homers but misses rare shot at five
Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber blasted a record-tying four home runs in a single Major League Baseball game, but regretted missing out on a rare chance to smash a fifth homer.

Injury doubt Tonali picked by Gattuso for Italy's World Cup qualifiers
Sandro Tonali is fit to play in Italy's upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Estonia and Israel after recovering from a shoulder injury in time to be picked in Gennaro Gattuso's first Azzurri squad on Friday.

Spurs sign Dutch midfielder Simons in boost for new boss Frank
Tottenham Hotspur on Friday signed Xavi Simons from RB Leipzig in a boost for new manager Thomas Frank.

Rybakina routs Raducanu to advance at US Open
Former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina demolished Britain's Emma Raducanu to reach the fourth round of the US Open for the first time on Friday.

Martin says Rangers remain supportive despite woeful start
Rangers' under-fire boss Russell Martin insists he retains the support of his club's owners ahead of Sunday's crucial clash with Old Firm rivals Celtic.

Ayuso triumphs in Vuelta stage seven, Traen keeps red jersey
Spaniard Juan Ayuso powered to stage seven Vuelta a Espana victory on Friday, securing a third straight victory for Team UAE.

Goalkeepers still posing problems for Man City boss Guardiola
Pep Guardiola has still to determine the identity of his first-choice goalkeeper, with the Manchester City manager uncertain who will be between the posts when his side face Brighton in the Premier League on Sunday.

Forest boss Nuno plans Marinakis talks after transfer issues
Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo plans peace talks with the club's owner Evangelos Marinakis during the international break in a bid to heal the rift from their transfer row.

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".