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Rutgers Defeats NJIT 101-64 Behind Francis and Mark Scores

Rutgers secured a decisive 101-64 victory over NJIT on Tuesday night, marking the Scarlet Knights' first game reaching 100 points since 2016. Tariq Francis and Lino Mark led the offensive effort with 17 points each, supporting acting head coach Brandin Knight in his second win in the role.

Bromsgrove Sporting Extend Unbeaten Run to 12 Matches with Victory Over Leiston

Bromsgrove Sporting maintained their strong form in the Southern League Premier Central by securing a 3-2 victory against Leiston at home. The win extends the club's unbeaten streak to twelve consecutive league matches and moves them within four points of the division leaders, Real Bedford.

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Groenewegen triumphs as Tour de France bids adieu to Denmark

Dutch sprinter Dylan Groenewegen snatched victory in the third stage of the Tour de France on Sunday, edging Wout van Aert on the line although the Belgian retained the overall race leader's yellow jersey.

Djokovic targets Wimbledon quarters as Federer eyes return

Six-time champion Novak Djokovic targets a place in the Wimbledon quarter-finals for the 13th time on Sunday as his great rival Roger Federer revealed he hopes to play at the All England Club "one more time".

Niemeier ends Watson's Wimbledon run to reach quarters

Jule Niemeier beat Heather Watson 6-2, 6-4 on Sunday to set up an all-German Wimbledon quarter-final against Tatjana Maria in only her second Grand Slam main-draw match.

Zhou escapes serious injury after multi-car smash at Silverstone

The British Grand Prix was red-flagged after a horror opening-corner multi-car smash at Silverstone on Sunday, with Zhou Guanyu's Alfa Romeo flipped upside down and hurtling over the circuit's safety barrier.

China head for diving sweep at World Championships

China closed in on a sweep of the diving at the World Aquatic Championships in Budapest as Olympic champions Chen Yiwen and Chang Yani won the women's 3m synchronised event on Sunday.

Mother of all wins as Maria reaches Wimbledon quarters

Germany's Tatjana Maria saved two match points to reach her first Grand Slam quarter-final at Wimbledon on Sunday.

Ton-up Bairstow leads England rally against India

Jonny Bairstow completed his third hundred in successive Tests before falling for 106 at Edgbaston on Sunday to leave England's series-decider against India intriguingly poised.

Federer says he hopes to play Wimbledon 'one more time'

Roger Federer said Sunday he hopes to play Wimbledon "one more time" despite being sidelined for a year with a knee injury.

Djokovic happy to put on Sunday best after Kyrgios fireworks

Novak Djokovic admits he is a convert to Wimbledon's new middle Sunday play rule as the three-time defending champion aims at reaching the quarter-finals for the 13th time.

Bairstow leads England rally against India

Jonny Bairstow was eyeing a third hundred in successive Tests after leading England's fightback against India at Edgbaston on Sunday in fine style.

Pollard set for Springboks recall after Jantjies gamble misfires

South Africa are likely to recall first choice fly-half Handre Pollard in place of misfiring Elton Jantjies for the second Test against Wales on Saturday.

Momota thrashed by Axelsen in Malaysia final

Japan's Kento Momota suffered a heavy defeat in the Malaysia Open final Sunday against world number one Viktor Axelsen, the latest disappointing performance from the once undisputed king of badminton.

That's entertainment? Like it or not, Kyrgios eyes Wimbledon title

Roger Federer described him as a "clown", Rafael Nadal once accused him of lacking respect and, on an unforgettable Saturday night at Wimbledon, Stefanos Tsitsipas branded him "evil" and a "bully".

Far from war, Ukraine sumo team train for global glory in Japan

A team of Ukrainian sumo wrestlers whose training was interrupted by Russia's invasion are aiming for global glory after a month-long camp in the home of the ancient Japanese sport.

Grace heats up late to win Portland LIV Golf Invitational

Branden Grace grabbed five of his eight birdies on the back nine on Saturday to pull away for a two-shot win in the Portland LIV Golf Invitational and capture the $4 million first prize.

Ireland coach Farrell defiant as tour headaches mount

Ireland coach Andy Farrell said on Sunday two humbling tour defeats in New Zealand and mounting injuries provided the ideal chance to assess who has World Cup credentials within his squad.

Jones vows not to let Australia 'off the hook' again

Under-pressure England coach Eddie Jones has vowed his side won't let Australia "off the hook" again after his team's failure to win the first Test against a resilient 14-man Wallabies in Perth.

Zion agrees to five-year NBA extension with Pelicans: report

Zion Williamson, who missed the past NBA season due to a broken right foot, has agreed to a five-year maximum rookie contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans, ESPN reported Saturday.

England's Casey confirms he's joining Saudi-backed LIV Golf

England's Paul Casey confirmed Saturday he's making the jump to the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Series, but the 44-year-old hopes to play the Open Championship before his debut on the breakaway circuit.

Tsitsipas says Kyrgios has 'evil side' after fiery Wimbledon clash

Stefanos Tsitsipas said Nick Kyrgios has an "evil side" after a stormy clash at Wimbledon on Saturday in which the victorious Australian called for his Greek opponent to be kicked out of the tournament.

Wimbledon Day 6 - Who said what

Who said what at Wimbledon on Saturday, the sixth day of the 2022 championships at the All England Club:

Poston stays on top at PGA John Deere Classic

J.T. Poston, chasing a wire-to-wire victory, fired a four-under par 67 to hold a three-stroke lead after Saturday's third round of the US PGA John Deere Classic.

Tsitsipas says Kyrgios is 'a bully' with 'evil side'

Stefanos Tsitsipas branded Nick Kyrgios "a bully" with an "evil side" after losing a stormy Wimbledon clash on Saturday.

Rain forces no-result in West Indies' first T20 with Bangladesh

Persistent showers spoiled the return of international cricket to Dominica as the scheduled first T20 of the three-match series between the West Indies and Bangladesh at Windsor Park was declared a no-result on Saturday.

Nadal apologises to Wimbledon opponent after testy exchange

Rafael Nadal apologised to defeated Wimbledon opponent Lorenzo Sonego after a testy exchange in the closing stages of their third-round clash on Saturday.

Argentina give Cheika debut victory over Scotland

Australian Michael Cheika's tenure as Argentina coach got off to a perfect start on Saturday as the Pumas beat Scotland 26-18 in San Salvador de Jujuy, their first home match in almost three years.

Ronaldo wants to leave Man United - reports

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United this summer if the Premier League club receive an appropriate offer, according to multiple reports on Saturday.

Ton-up Jadeja hails 'serious batter' Bumrah as India dominate England

Ravindra Jadeja said scoring his first overseas Test hundred had given him "confidence" as he praised the batting heroics of India stand-in captain Jasprit Bumrah against England at Edgbaston on Saturday.

Kyrgios wins bad-tempered Wimbledon clash with Tsitsipas

Nick Kyrgios came from behind to win a stormy encounter against Stefanos Tsitsipas at Wimbledon on Saturday after calling for his opponent to be kicked out for hitting a ball into the crowd.

Nadal into Wimbledon last 16 for 10th time despite row

Rafael Nadal reached the fourth round at Wimbledon for the 10th time on Saturday with a straight sets victory over Italy's Lorenzo Sonego in a match which saw a brief, testy exchange between the two men.

Captain Biggar laments Wales ill discipline in Springboks last-gasp loss

Wales captain Dan Biggar praised his team for a top-class effort but lamented a crucial lack of discipline that saw them suffer a heartbreaking 32-29 loss to South Africa in Pretoria on Saturday.

Nadal eases into Wimbledon last 16 for 10th time

Rafael Nadal reached the fourth round at Wimbledon for the 10th time on Saturday with a straight sets victory over Italy's Lorenzo Sonego.

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