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Future bright despite probable World Cup exit: Aussie coach
The future is bright for Australian rugby despite the impending disaster of being knocked out in the World Cup pool stages for the first time, lineout coach Dan Palmer said on Monday.
Beckham reveals 1998 World Cup red card still hurts
David Beckham has laid bare the lingering pain he felt he caused to his family following the red card he received at the 1998 World Cup, saying his dismissal left him a "mess".
Tonga eye Romania win as Kefu pleads for more tier-one Tests
Winless Tonga will bow out of the World Cup hopeful of a victory in their final Pool B match against Romania as coach Toutai Kefu pleaded for more competition against tier-one nations.
Medvedev, Swiatek both through at China Open
World number three Daniil Medvedev booked his place in the China Open men's semi-finals with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-1 victory over France's Ugo Humbert in Beijing on Monday.
Pollard stakes claim as Erasmus gamble pays off
Rassie Erasmus' gamble on drafting in experienced World Cup winner Handre Pollard as a replacement for injured hooker Malcolm Marx looks set to reap dividends as the fly-half gave a controlled display in South Africa's victory over Tonga.
South Korean skater 'very sorry' after early celebration costs gold
South Korean rollerskater Jung Cheol-won committed a cardinal sin of sport Monday by celebrating too early, with his "big mistake" costing his country an Asian Games gold medal.
Olympic 'vibes' for high-jump great Barshim in Hangzhou
Three-time high-jump world champion Mutaz Essa Barshim compared the Asian Games to the Olympics Monday after skipping the season-ending Diamond League event at Eugene to be in Hangzhou.
Kurash course! New athletes, fans take to ancient martial art at Asian Games
Once a fixture of traditional wedding ceremonies and a pastime of ancient warriors, centuries old martial art of Kurash is winning new fans and attracting first-time competitors at the Asian Games in China.
Panghal seeks new start for scandal-hit Indian wrestling at Asiad
Indian wrestler Antim Panghal begins her campaign for a medal at the Asian Games in Hangzhou this week hoping it will mark a fresh start for a sport mired in a sexual harassment scandal back home.
Bills hand Dolphins first NFL defeat as 49ers, Eagles stay unbeaten
Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen was near perfect in guiding the Bills to a 48-20 victory over Miami on Sunday, with the Dolphins' defeat leaving San Francisco and Philadelphia as the NFL's only unbeaten teams.
South Korean rookie Ryu captures LPGA NW Arkansas title
South Korean rookie Ryu Hae-ran won her first LPGA title on Sunday, making four birdies and an eagle on the back nine Sunday to capture the NW Arkansas Championship.
Allen delivers five touchdowns as Bills beat Dolphins
The Buffalo Bills routed Miami 48-20 on Sunday, handing the Dolphins their first defeat of the NFL season and seizing the AFC East division lead.
Astros win to grab first-round MLB playoff bye after Rangers loss
Defending champion Houston captured the American League West division title and a first-round bye in the Major League Baseball playoffs on Sunday with a victory and a Texas Rangers loss.
World Cup 'waiting game' for South Africa after Tonga victory
South Africa all but sealed a spot in the World Cup quarter-finals with a 49-18 victory over Tonga in Marseille on Sunday, although there is a slim mathematical chance they still might not even make the knock-out phases.
Hamlin makes NFL regular-season return after cardiac arrest
Damar Hamlin, the Buffalo Bills safety who suffered a heart-stopping blow in an NFL game last January, played against Miami on Sunday in his first regular-season contest since the incident.
Allen delivers five touchdowns as Bills defeat Dolphins
The Buffalo Bills brought Miami down to earth with a thud on Sunday with a 48-20 triumph, handing the Dolphins their first defeat of the NFL season and seizing the AFC East division lead.
Lyon misery continues as high-flying Brest held at Nice
Ailing French giants Lyon remain rooted to the bottom of the Ligue 1 table after their miserable season continued with a 2-0 defeat at Reims on Sunday.
Correa brace helps Atletico beat Cadiz with strong comeback
Atletico Madrid produced a fine comeback from two goals down to beat Cadiz 3-2 and climb to fourth in La Liga on Sunday.
NBA Celtics land ex-Bucks guard Holiday from Portland
Responding to the blockbuster NBA trade that sent Damian Lillard to Milwaukee, the Boston Celtics obtained former Milwaukee guard Jrue Holiday from the Portland Trail Blazers in a trade deal on Sunday.
Lukaku lifts Roma as Juventus held by Atalanta
Romelu Lukaku helped Roma to only their second win of the Serie A season as the Belgian striker scored in a 2-0 victory over Frosinone on Sunday, while Juventus laboured to a goalless draw at Atalanta.
Ireland match 'do-or-die' for Graham's Scotland
Scotland's Darcy Graham may have impressed by scoring four tries in Saturday's 84-0 rout of Romania in the Rugby World Cup but the winger knows there is a bigger challenge ahead against Ireland next weekend.
South Africa beat Tonga 49-18 to edge towards World Cup quarters
Defending champions South Africa beat a hard-hitting Tonga 49-18 in Marseille on Sunday to bag a crucial bonus-point victory that leaves them atop Pool B and with one foot in the World Cup quarter-finals.
Liverpool say blown VAR call 'undermined sporting integrity'
Liverpool on Sunday said a botched VAR decision that cost them a goal in their 2-1 defeat at Tottenham resulted in "sporting integrity being undermined".
Rangers sack manager Beale
Rangers sacked manager Michael Beale on Sunday after less than a year in charge of the Glasgow giants.
Jones prepares for unlikely quarters as Australia alive in World Cup
Australia coach Eddie Jones said on Saturday he was preparing his team for the quarter-finals following their 34-14 victory over Portugal that kept their faint Rugby World Cup progress hopes alive.
Biles in spectacular 'once in lifetime' return at gymnastics worlds
Two years after her emotional Tokyo Olympics exit, US superstar Simone Biles made a spectacular and dramatic return to international gymnastics at the world championships on Sunday in a "once in a lifetime" performance.
Biles makes spectacular return at gymnastics worlds
Two years after her emotional Tokyo Olympics exit, US superstar Simone Biles made a spectacular and dramatic return to international gymnastics at the world championships on Sunday.
Rahm inspired by Spanish legacy in Ryder Cup triumph
Jon Rahm was inspired by the legacy of Spanish Ryder Cup heroes as he played a crucial role in Europe triumphing over the United States in Rome on Sunday.
Australia beat Portugal to keep Rugby World Cup progress hopes alive
Australia kept their faint hopes of reaching the Rugby World Cup knockout stages alive with an unconvincing 34-14 victory over minnows Portugal on Sunday.
Tanak clinches Rally of Chile as Rovanpera waits on title
Ott Tanak avoided any final day mishaps to clinch the Rally of Chile on Sunday as Kalle Rovanpera's title celebrations were put on hold.
'Underdogs' Europe proved doubters wrong, says triumphant Donald
Luke Donald said Sunday his Europe team proved their doubters wrong after reclaiming the trophy from the United States, hailing his 12 players as "superstars" following a convincing victory in Rome.
Ryder Cup performance 'redemption' for McIlroy after 2021 tears
Rory McIlroy said on Sunday that being the leading points scorer in Europe's Ryder Cup victory was "redemption" after his disappointing performance at Whistling Straits two years ago left him in tears.