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'Predictable' Sinner vows change

Jannik Sinner said he needs to overhaul his "predictable" game to reignite his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz after suffering the latest in a string of recent defeats to his Spanish nemesis in the US Open on Sunday.

Rodgers wins in Steelers debut, Stafford hits milestone in Rams win

Pittsburgh's Aaron Rodgers threw four touchdown passes in a triumphant return to New York and Matthew Stafford joined an elite NFL club in the Rams' season-opening win on Sunday.

Alcaraz outshines rival Sinner to win US Open

Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner in four sets on Sunday to win the US Open and reassert his dominance of an era-defining rivalry in a final delayed by the visit of President Donald Trump.

Alcaraz beats Sinner to win US Open and reclaim No.1 ranking

Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner in four sets on Sunday to win the US Open as loud boos -- mixed with a smattering of cheers -- greeted President Donald Trump at the final in New York.

Phillies shortstop Turner, NL batting leader, strains hamstring

Philadelphia shortstop Trea Turner, the team's top hitter, made an early exit with a right hamstring strain in the seventh inning of a 5-4 Phillies loss Sunday at Miami.

Super Spain hit six as Germany get first World Cup qualifying win

Mikel Merino scored a hat-trick as a majestic Spain thumped Turkey 6-0 away in World Cup qualifying on Sunday, while a brilliant Florian Wirtz free-kick helped Germany beat Northern Ireland 3-1 to get their bid up and running.

Captain Jelonch leads champions Toulouse to winning Top 14 start

Champions Toulouse put on a masterclass to open their French Top 14 defence with a 34-24 victory at Clermont on Sunday with tries from Paul Graou, Guillaume Cramont, Dimitri Delibes and captain Anthony Jelonch.

Wirtz stunner helps Germany bounce back against Northern Ireland

A stunning free-kick from Florian Wirtz helped Germany overcome a sluggish performance to beat Northern Ireland 3-1 in World Cup qualifying in Cologne on Sunday.

Rodgers wins in Steelers debut while Bucs win on Koo miss

Pittsburgh's Aaron Rodgers threw four touchdown passes in a triumphant return to New York while Cincinnati and Tampa Bay won tight contests on the opening Sunday of the NFL season.

Merino at the treble as Spain thump Turkey

Mikel Merino struck a hat-trick as Spain hammered Turkey 6-0 on Sunday to take charge of their 2026 World Cup qualifying group.

Tuchel warns England to beware Serbia threat

Thomas Tuchel has warned his England side to be "ready for everything" in Tuesday's World Cup qualifier away to closest group rivals Serbia.

Sorensen-McGee hat-trick as World Cup holders New Zealand thump Ireland

Teenage rising star Braxton Sorensen-McGee grabbed a hat-trick of tries as reigning champions New Zealand secured top spot in Pool C of the Women's Rugby World Cup with an emphatic 40-0 rout of Ireland in Brighton on Sunday.

Nawaz hat-trick helps Pakistan down Afghanistan in tri-series final

Pakistan laid down a marker ahead of the Asia Cup as Mohammad Nawaz took a hat-trick in a 75-run win over Afghanistan in their tri-series final in Sharjah on Sunday.

Trump visit delays US Open as president returns to Democratic hometown

President Donald Trump's attendance at the US Open men's final on Sunday delayed the start of the match, as hordes of tennis fans struggled to get through security checkpoints.

'Something went horribly wrong' in record loss, says S. Africa's Bavuma

South Africa captain Temba Bavuma questioned his side's attitude after they were thrashed by 342 runs against England in the largest defeat in ODI history on Sunday.

Depay becomes Netherlands' top scorer in World Cup qualifying win

Memphis Depay became the Netherlands' all-time top goalscorer with a brace in their 3-2 win in Lithuania in World Cup qualifying on Sunday.

Pedersen wins Vuelta stage 15 as protesters again impact race

Mads Pedersen sprinted to Vuelta stage 15 victory on Sunday as pro-Palestinian protestors again made an impact on the race.

McIlroy wins Irish Open play-off for first title since Masters

Rory McIlroy won the Irish Open in a thrilling play-off against Joakim Lagergren on Sunday for his first tournament triumph since his Masters success in April.

Sorensen-McGee scores a hat-trick as Women's World Cup holders New Zealand thrash Ireland

Teenage rising star Braxton Sorensen-McGee grabbed a hat-trick of tries as reigning champions New Zealand secured top spot in Pool C of the Women's Rugby World Cup with an emphatic 40-0 rout of Ireland in Brighton.

Max power and never before seen speeds at the Italian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen won an Italian Grand Prix typically full of drama and incident, with record-breaking speed and nearly another setback for the unfortunate Lando Norris.

South Africa slump to record low in humiliating ODI loss against England

South Africa suffered the heaviest loss in ODI history as England dismissed the tourists for just 72 in a 342-run victory inspired by Jofra Archer's blistering bowling and Jacob Bethell's maiden hundred on Sunday.

Pedersen wins Vuelta stage 15 as protests keep impacting race

Mads Pedersen sprinted to Vuelta stage 15 victory on Sunday as pro-Palestinian protestors continued making an impact on the race.

'Life and soul of the party', Thomas bows out of cycling

Geraint Thomas brought down the curtain on his storied career as his last race, the Tour of Britain, finished in his home town on Sunday and then celebrated with a party at Cardiff Castle.

Verstappen puts brakes on McLaren with record-breaking Italian GP victory

Max Verstappen slowed McLaren's Formula One dominance on Sunday with a phenomenal display of driving on his way to victory at the Italian Grand Prix, the fastest ever race in the sports history.

PSG call for change after Dembele and Doue international duty injuries

Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday criticised the "serious and avoidable" injuries suffered by Ousmane Dembele and Desire Doue while on international duty with the France national team.

Sydney Sweeney 'fearless' in new role, 'Christy' director says

From donning a prosthetic penis to simulating bizarre sex work in a steamy motel room, Sydney Sweeney was "up for anything" while filming her Oscar-tipped role in boxing drama "Christy," her director has told AFP.

Japan bow out of Women's Rugby World Cup with Spain win

Japan overturned a nine-point deficit at half-time to beat Spain 29-21 in the teams' final match of the Women's Rugby World Cup on Sunday.

Alex Marquez cruises to Catalunya MotoGP victory

Alex Marquez comfortably held off his brother Marc to claim the Catalunya MotoGP on Sunday, snapping his older sibling's winning streak of seven straight victories.

Coventry sets up panels to reshape Olympics, including one on women

Kirsty Coventry, the new International Olympic Committee (IOC) president, is following up on her promise "to protect the female category" by setting up a working group on women's sport.

All Blacks lose injured Taylor for second Springboks Test

Experienced New Zealand hooker Codie Taylor was on Sunday ruled out of the second Rugby Championship Test against South Africa while unlucky wing Emoni Narawa is a major doubt.

Japan, Mexico in goalless draw as World Cup preparations ramp up

Japan and Mexico drew 0-0 on Saturday in a friendly at Oakland Coliseum as both countries prepare for the 2026 World Cup.

Anisimova laments 'lack of fight' in US Open final loss

Amanda Anisimova felt she didn't "fight hard enough" in her US Open final loss to Aryna Sabalenka on Saturday and admitted to suffering a recurrence of nerves in her second Grand Slam final.

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