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Knicks boost win streak to six by beating LeBron's Lakers

The New York Knicks spoiled what might have been LeBron James's last game at Madison Square Garden, stretching their win streak to six games with a 112-100 victory.

San Siro prepares for last dance with Winter Olympics' opening ceremony

One of the world's most famous stadiums is set for a last hurrah on the international stage with the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics at the San Siro on Friday.

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Denmark's Andresen upstages sprint stars to take Tour Down Under opener

Denmark's Tobias Lund Andresen upstaged a crack field of sprinters in a hectic finish to win the first stage of the Tour Down Under on Wednesday.

Turkey's Sonmez soaks in acclaim on historic Melbourne run

Emerging Turkish talent Zeynep Sonmez said she had never known an atmosphere like it as she extended her trailblazing Australian Open run Wednesday in front of an electric crowd.

Sheppard leads Rockets to sink Spurs in Texas derby

The Houston Rockets snapped the San Antonio Spurs' three-game winning streak on Tuesday, overturning a 16-point deficit to score a 111-106 over their in-form Texas rivals.

Sabalenka shuts down political talk after Ukrainian's ban call

Aryna Sabalenka Wednesday said she "didn't want to talk politics" after Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova called for Belarusian and Russian players to be banned from tennis.

'Super-happy' Sabalenka shines as Alcaraz gets set at Australian Open

A "super-happy" Aryna Sabalenka surged past China's Bai Zhuoxuan into the Australian Open third round on Wednesday ahead of fellow world number one Carlos Alcaraz resuming his quest for tennis history.

Sabalenka sets up potential Raducanu showdown at Australian Open

Top seed Aryna Sabalenka set up a potential third-round showdown with Emma Raducanu at the Australian Open after a straight-sets win Wednesday over Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan.

Osaka says 'I'm a little strange' after Melbourne fashion statement

Naomi Osaka says she is "a little strange" but doesn't care after an audacious jellyfish-inspired fashion statement at the Australian Open went viral.

Ukraine's Oliynykova wants Russian, Belarusian players banned from tennis

Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova has called for world number one Aryna Sabalenka and other Belarusian and Russian players to be banned from tennis, saying their presence was "very wrong" with the conflict ongoing.

Kasatkina cannot wait to be back after outpouring of Melbourne support

Russia-born Daria Kasatkina said she can't wait to return to the Australian Open next year after her debut at the Grand Slam as a home player fell flat in the face of excitement, nerves and cramp.

Audi unveil new car for 2026 Formula One season

German manufacturer Audi, which will make its Formula One debut this season after acquiring the Sauber team, unveiled its first-ever single-seater on Tuesday and declared its ambition to "win championships by 2030".

Man City humiliated, holders PSG stumble, Arsenal remain perfect

Manchester City were on the wrong side of one of the biggest shocks in Champions League history on Tuesday, while holders Paris Saint-Germain also stumbled but Gabriel Jesus helped keep Arsenal perfect.

Vinicius, Real Madrid need 'love' not whistles: Bellingham

Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham said fans need to show "love" to Vinicius Junior and the rest of the team to get the best from them after Los Blancos hammered Monaco 6-1 in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Slot happy to have Salah back for misfiring Liverpool

Liverpool boss Arne Slot said he is "happy to have" Mohamed Salah back available for Wednesday's Champions League visit to Marseille to bolster his attacking options.

Late Suarez winner stops Champions League holders PSG in Lisbon

A last-gasp Luis Suarez header condemned Paris Saint-Germain to a 2-1 defeat at Sporting Lisbon on Tuesday jeopardising the Champions League titleholders' chances of a top eight finish and direct qualification for the last-16.

Frank seeks Spurs 'momentum' after beating Dortmund

Tottenham boss Thomas Frank said Spurs must use the momentum of a 2-0 Champions League win over Borussia Dortmund to turn around their dismal Premier League form.

Jesus' 'dream' brace at Inter fires Arsenal into Champions League last 16

Gabriel Jesus pushed Arsenal into the last 16 of the Champions League with a double in Tuesday's 3-1 win at Inter Milan which made the Gunners mathematically sure of a top-eight finish.

Tottenham beat 10-man Dortmund to hand Frank stay of execution

Tottenham handed manager Thomas Frank some respite as they dominated 10-man Borussia Dortmund in a 2-0 win that lifted Spurs into fourth in the Champions League table.

Mbappe, Vinicius help Real Madrid thrash Monaco in Champions League

Kylian Mbappe struck twice against his former side Monaco as Real Madrid romped to an emphatic 6-1 Champions League victory on Tuesday to ease tensions around the club.

Jesus fires Arsenal past Inter and into Champions League last 16

Gabriel Jesus pushed Arsenal into the last 16 of the Champions League with a double in Tuesday's 3-1 win at Inter Milan which made the Gunners mathematically sure of a top-eight finish.

Humiliated Man City have to 'change the dynamic': Guardiola

Pep Guardiola admitted Manchester City need to "change the dynamic" after their humiliating 3-1 defeat against Norwegian minnows Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League on Tuesday.

Golden State's Butler out for season with ACL injury: agent

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler will miss the remainder of the NBA season after suffering a serious right knee injury, US media reports said on Tuesday.

Wales Six Nations strike threat just 'speculation' for Tandy

Wales head coach Steve Tandy has said the possibility of strike action by his players during the Six Nations is just "speculation" for now amid more off-field uncertainty over the future of the nation's club teams.

Man City stunned by Bodo/Glimt in epic Champions League upset

Manchester City suffered a humiliating 3-1 defeat against Bodo/Glimt on Tuesday as the Norwegian minnows caused one of the biggest shocks in Champions League history.

Howe calls on Newcastle to use spirit of Robson to inspire win over PSV

Eddie Howe urged Newcastle to use the spirit of former boss Bobby Robson as they target a vital Champions League victory against PSV Eindhoven.

Ter Stegen to join Girona on loan: Barca coach Flick

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick confirmed Tuesday reports that veteran goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen will join neighbours Girona on loan.

Scotland boss Townsend picks veterans Gray and Cherry for Six Nations

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend said France-based forwards Jonny Gray and Dave Cherry would add experience and reliability after naming his 40-man squad for the Six Nations on Tuesday.

Record try-scorer Penaud faces French axe for Six Nations

France's record try-scorer Damian Penaud will be dropped from the holders' Six Nations squad in a shock move by coach Fabien Galthie, a source close to the winger told AFP on Tuesday.

Salah back in Liverpool squad after AFCON

Mohamed Salah made his much-anticipated return to the Liverpool squad on Tuesday following the Africa Cup of Nations as the club prepare to face Marseille in the Champions League.

Rosenior keen to build winning ties with 'world-class' Fernandez

Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior said he is hoping Enzo Fernandez can be convinced to remain at Stamford Bridge for the long term by success on the pitch.

France set to face New Zealand with second-string squad

France are set to be without a host of their first-choice players for their Nations Championship opener with New Zealand, after the French Rugby Federation (FFR) and the French rugby league (LNR) announced an agreement on Tuesday.

Struggling Suryakumar will not adapt style to find form before T20 World Cup

India skipper Suryakumar Yadav said on Tuesday he would not change his style of batting as he bids to stop an alarming slump in form heading into the T20 World Cup.

Scotland recall veteran Gray for Six Nations campaign

Scotland coach Gregor Townsend on Tuesday named France-based forwards Jonny Gray and Dave Cherry in his 40-man squad for the Six Nations.

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