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Injured Warriors captain Harris withdrawn from Sydney NRL clash with Sharks

The veteran lock left last week's win over the Bulldogs with a knee injury.


Friday favourite: The Swedish speedbowl where oval set-ups paid dividends

The Swedish motorsport scene has several rewarding tracks, from Mantorp Park to ex-Formula 1 venue Anderstorp and rollercoaster-like Knutstorp. But it's the Thruxton-esque circuit which will kick off this year's all-electric Scandinavian Touring Car Championship that national tin-top legend Fredrik Ekblom picks out as his favourite


Horner surprised at FIA clampdown on "iconic" F1 team pitwall celebrations

Christian Horner is “surprised” the “iconic” celebration of Formula 1 team members climbing pitwall fences has been restricted by the FIA, but says Red Bull will comply with the rules.


Everything you need to know about the Hong Kong Sevens

The party is just getting started here in Hong Kong.


Folger to fill in for injured Pol Espargaro at Tech3 MotoGP squad

Jonas Folger will replace Pol Espargaro at the Tech3 GASGAS MotoGP squad while the Spanish rider is out injured, starting from the Americas GP.


'We love it': AB 7s hold on for tough win over rivals RSA

In just a few words, All Blacks Sevens co-captain Dylan Collier summed up the esteemed rugby rivalry between New Zealand and South Africa perfectly.


Why F1 drivers seemed "blindfolded" by Melbourne GPS issue

Haas's Kevin Magnussen has explained why it seemed Formula 1 drivers were "blindfolded" by the loss of GPS data during Australian Grand Prix FP1.


Sportsmen turned actors: some of the most famous. Photos

Some went beyond their sport and got lucky on the set as well.


Six Nations keeps pace with Super Rugby style, top ref says

The Six Nations finished up with Irish eyes smiling and a massive French performance showing the serious underlining of the threats they pose, Jamie Wall writes.


Official MotoGP 23 video game announced

MotoGP 23 is this year’s official video game, and it covers this season’s action alongside a suite of new features.


Danny Cipriani comments on diving in rugby has splits fans

Former England fly-half Danny Cipriani has sparked a heated debate on Twitter by suggesting that diving or simulation could be seen as part of the "theatre" of rugby union.


Pulse bring in Katrina Rore, as injury ends season for midcourter

Former Silver Ferns' captain Katrina Rore has been brought into the Pulse squad as injury cover for the ANZ Premiership team.


Papali'i tops Cane for All Blacks' 2022 form XV spot

The major takeaways from the All Blacks form XV was the team's captain being demoted to the bench while an uncapped back makes an appearance as the 23rd team member.


RFU statement: England recruit another 2019 Rugby World Cup winner

New England boss Steve Borthwick has recruited a second member of the Springboks 2019 World Cup-winning staff after securing a deal to enable Felix Jones to join for the 2024 Guinness Six Nations.


Bundesliga: the 11 most valuable soccer players. Photo

Transfermarkt has updated the market values of players in the German league: the Top 11 with the 4-3-3.


The most valuable eleven in La Liga: photos

Transfermarkt has updated the market values of Spanish league players: the Top 11 with the 4-3-3.


Blackcaps star Williamson carried from field with knee injury in IPL opener

The NZ white-ball captain was in agony, as he came down awkwardly, attempting a catch.


Young deflects praise to Blackcaps bowlers after series-clinching win against Sri Lanka

After the NZ bowlers had decimated the tourists, Will Young and Henry Nicholls combined for an undefeated 100-run partnership to seal victory.


Messi passes 100 goals but Ronaldo remains first, the record men of goals with the shirts of the National Teams

The sporting confrontation between Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo is open on several fronts. Let's analyze the goals scored in the national teams. The number 10 of Argentina, and captain of the World Cup won in December in Qatar, thanks to a hat-trick, has reached and passed 100 goals with the national team. With the hat-trick scored against Curaçao, Messi goes up to 102 goals with the Argentina shirt and approaches the Iranian Ali Daei. Cristiano Ronaldo is leading. Here is the ranking of the most prolific scorers in the history of the Nationals.


Phoenix men let crucial points go begging

The Wellington Phoenix failed to enhance their home A-League play-off hopes with a 2-1 loss to Melbourne Victory in Wellington.


MotoGP Argentina GP: Aleix Espargaro fastest in FP2, Quartararo misses Q2

Aleix Espargaro led an Aprilia 1-2 in FP2 for the MotoGP Argentina Grand Prix, as a struggling Fabio Quartararo failed to find a direct place in the Q2 qualifying session.


Wolff cautions against Mercedes "exuberance" after strong F1 qualifying

Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff has cautioned that the team shouldn't swing towards "exuberance" after a strong qualifying performance at the Australian Grand Prix.


20 great athletes who have retired more than once

It can be difficult for athletes to walk away from the sport that made them famous, and sometimes retirement just doesn’t stick. This is often especially true for the greatest sports stars, and we’ve put together a collection of the absolute best athletes who decided to come back for more.


'Like going to war': ABs 7s primed for 'tough' South Africa clash

Co-captain Dylan Collier is ready to go “to war” on Saturday when the All Blacks Sevens taken on fierce rivals South Africa in Hong Kong.


Red Bull "didn't recognise" Ricciardo's F1 driving habits on return

Red Bull says it "did not recognise" Daniel Ricciardo's driving habits when he returned to the team's Formula 1 simulator at the end of last year.


Alex Dombrandt: 'It would be silly not to get excited for it'

It’s quite the run of England and Harlequins games for Alex Dombrandt at the minute. Twickenham versus France, Aviva Stadium versus Ireland, Tottenham Hotspur Stadium versus Saracens and now DHL Stadium against the Stormers, all on successive Saturdays.


Super Rugby Pacific: Chiefs hold out bumbling Blues - As it happened

Their six wins represent the best start they've ever made to a Super Rugby season.


The best 11 footballers who have won a World Cup: photos

The World Cup is every soccer player's most coveted trophy. The latest team to win it is Lionel Messi's Argentina, which triumphed in Qatar in December.


The ranking of the world's ten best central defenders according to FourFourTwo

The English media FourFourTwo presented the ranking of the ten best central defenders in the world, selected on the basis of their performance and influence on the team. They all play in European teams in which the tactical component is crucial in addition to technical qualities. The central defender commands the defense and must be in a perfect harmony with his goalkeeper. As many as three players from Real Madrid appear in this ranking, others are in Premier League, only one in Serie A.


Blackcaps bowl first in final one-dayer against Sri Lanka at Hamilton's Seddon Park

Tom Blundell and Henry Nicholls have been brought in for the match.


Steve Diamond reveals midweek Edinburgh training ground fight

New Edinburgh consultant Steve Diamond has revealed that a training ground fight has left the Scottish club spoiling for a Heineken Champions Cup ambush at Leicester on Friday night.


Miller feels he "gets doubted more than anybody" in MotoGP

KTM rider Jack Miller feels he is “doubted more than anybody” on the MotoGP grid but takes “extra power” from proving his critics wrong.


25 unique stadiums in the world

There’s simply nothing like the feeling of attending a live sporting event, especially when the atmosphere is as good as it is in these particular stadiums. These venues span the globe and guarantee an unforgettable experience in their own unique ways.


Bagnaia: MotoGP riders need “clear idea” from stewards on penalties

MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia says riders need “a clear idea” from the stewards over penalties, following the controversies of the Portuguese GP.


'We got there': Robertson lauds Crusaders' rookie replacements in disjointed win over Reds

"Happy with the result but probably not the performance."


Kiwi SVG chips away at Supercars lead with third podium at Melbourne

Two-time defending champion Shane van Gisbergen entered the weekend in seventh and now sits third.


Len Ikitau re-signs with Brumbies through until 2025

Rugby Australia have announced the re-signing of rising Brumbies and Wallabies star Len Ikitau, who has confirmed his commitment to the Australian side through until 2025.


PSG wants Maignan and prepares a big offer, Donnarumma further and further away from Paris

Everyone is crazy for Mike Maignan. The goalkeeper returned to defend his France posts and with his saves allowed Deschamps to beat Ireland in the away game. The Milan player's save was truly amazing: with a fantastic flight he said no to Nathan Collins' header, which was destined for the corner. PSG fans have already chosen: he must be the replacement for Donnarumma. The Italian goalkeeper has disappointed expectations and is ready to leave Paris in the upcoming summer soccer market session.


Wellington Phoenix score late to snatch 2-2 draw in last round

The Wellington Phoenix women ended their A-League season in dramatic fashion with a 2-2 draw with defending champions Melbourne Victory in Wellington.


Italian rookie Rizzoli has World Cup hopes scuppered by lengthy ban

Rookie Italian loosehead Luca Rizzoli has had his Rugby World Cup hopes dashed by a lengthy ban following an independent URC disciplinary hearing.


Back-to-back defeats set Phoenix back in A-League home playoff pursuit

The Wellington team have squandered another lead in defeat to struggling Melbourne Victory.


How Estrella Galicia is building a brand through F1 and MotoGP

At the season-opening MotoGP round in Portimao, visitors to the paddock couldn't miss a striking new hospitality unit in the paddock with a large terrace.


Colapinto loses F3 Australia sprint race win after technical infringement

Formula 3 sprint race winner Franco Colapinto and his MP Motorsport team-mates have been disqualified from Saturday’s race in Australia after the FIA found the team breached the technical regulations.


Under the radar All Blacks have no time to spare

The All Blacks are building towards the World Cup in the most unconventional manner.


Bagnaia: FP2 sessions "stressful" under new MotoGP weekend format

Reigning MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia admits the new sprint weekend format the series has adopted for 2023 has made Friday’s FP2 sessions “stressful” if you start on the back foot.


Supercars engine fires prompt emergency meetings

Emergency meetings are being held at Albert Park following a second serious Supercars engine fire in as many days in Saturday evening's race.


Indian Sport Chief Build Series Enlists Celebrated Harley Customizer

Powerplant’s Yaniv Evan makes club-style classy.


Highlanders and Crusaders win to start round 6 of Super Rugby Pacific

Highlanders and Crusaders scored contrasting wins in Super Rugby Pacific.


F1 penalties: What penalties can drivers receive and how do they get banned?

Formula 1 drivers and teams can receive different kinds of penalties throughout the season which can even lead up to eventually can earn them a ban.


F1 Australian GP: Verstappen leads Alonso in final practice

Red Bull's Max Verstappen edged Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso in Saturday's third free practice session for Formula 1's Australian Grand Prix.