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Im leads Fleetwood by one at Quail Hollow

South Korea's Im Sung-jae fired a two-under par 69 to seize a one-stroke lead over England's Tommy Fleetwood after Friday's second round of the PGA Truist Championship.

Mexico to cut school year short ahead of World Cup

Mexican authorities on Friday announced that the school year would end over a month early as the country gears up to host World Cup matches, prompting broad backlash.

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Leeds beat Burnley to virtually secure Premier League survival

Leeds all but secured their place in the Premier League next season with a 3-1 win over already-relegated Burnley on Friday.

Top seeds Sinner, Zverev reach Madrid Open final

World number one Jannik Sinner downed Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 on Friday to reach the Madrid Open final, where he will face Alexander Zverev.

Delhi end slump with team-record chase against Rajasthan

An opening partnership of 110 from 57 balls by Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul paved the way for Delhi Capitals to record their highest successful chase in the IPL, beating Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets.

Leclerc on top for Ferrari ahead of Verstappen and Piastri

Charles Leclerc topped the times for Ferrari ahead of Red Bull's revitalised four-time champion Max Verstappen and McLaren's Oscar Piastri in Friday's sole practice session at the Miami Grand Prix.

Godon raises game to take Romandie stage and revenge over leader Pogacar

After being caught on the line the day before, Dorian Godon sprinted to victory on the third stage of the Tour of Romandie on Friday as Tadej Pogacar, who had won the previous two stages, cruised in fourth to preserve his overall lead.

Celtic's O'Neill expects no let-up from Hibs despite fans' feelings

Martin O'Neill understands why some Hibernian fans want their side to lose to Celtic on Sunday but he remains confident the Edinburgh club's players will still be going all out for victory at Easter Road.

Sawe sub-2hr marathon captured 'global imagination' says Coe

World Athletics chief Sebastian Coe on Friday hailed Sabastian Sawe's victory in the London Marathon, during which he became the first person to break the mythical two-hour mark in a race, telling AFP it was a feat that captured the imagination of the entire world.

Sinner shines to beat Fils, reach Madrid Open final

World number one Jannik Sinner downed Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 to reach the Madrid Open final on Friday.

McInnes wants Tynecastle in 'full glory' for Hearts title charge

Hearts manager Derek McInnes has called on the club's support to play their part in ending Celtic and Rangers' 41-year stranglehold on Scottish football.

McFarlane says troubled Chelsea still attractive to potential managers

Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane insists the Blues remain an attractive club for prospective managers despite their latest turbulent campaign.

Arsenal must manage emotions of title race says Arteta

Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to manage their emotions as a gripping Premier League title race builds to a nerve-shredding climax.

Luis Enrique says 'unique' PSG-Bayern first leg could have gone either way

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said on Friday that he was "not frustrated" by the narrow advantage his side hold over Bayern Munich heading into their trip to Germany for the Champions League semi-final second leg.

Flick happy Raphinha back for Barca with title in sight

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick celebrated the return of winger Raphinha from injury on Friday as the Catalans close in on the Spanish title.

Howe says Saudi backers are fully behind Newcastle

Eddie Howe said Friday he was certain that Newcastle's Saudi backers remain firmly behind the club's efforts to establish itself as one of the best in the world.

Salah 'deserves big send-off', says Liverpool boss Slot

Arne Slot said Mohamed Salah "deserves a big send-off" as he confirmed he expected the departing superstar to return from injury before the end of the season.

Former world skating champion Uno joins pro eSports team

Japan's retired former world champion figure skater Shoma Uno said Friday that he was "ready to take gaming beyond being just a hobby" after joining a professional eSports team.

Japan baseball umpire hit by bat still unconscious two weeks on

A Japanese professional baseball umpire who was struck on the head by a bat during a game two weeks ago is still unconscious, local media said.

Nakatani says won't be intimidated in sold-out Inoue title clash

Japan's Junto Nakatani said he won't be intimidated when he faces fellow unbeaten countryman Naoya "Monster" Inoue on Saturday in front of 55,000 fans at a sold-out Tokyo Dome.

T-Wolves eliminate Nuggets as Knicks demolish Hawks in NBA playoffs

The Minnesota Timberwolves eliminated Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets while the New York Knicks put on one of the most dominant displays in NBA playoff history, destroying Atlanta to advance Thursday.

Timberwolves eliminate Jokic's Nuggets from NBA playoffs

The Minnesota Timberwolves knocked Nikola Jokic's Denver Nuggets out of the NBA playoffs with a 110-98 win Thursday to claim their first-round series 4-2.

Arsenal seek to ramp up heat on Man City in title race

Arsenal have a chance to crank up the pressure on Manchester City this weekend as they seek to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League.

PSG closing in on another French title before Bayern second leg

Paris Saint-Germain have not been afforded a weekend off this time in between the two legs of their Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich, but they could instead take a big step towards clinching yet another Ligue 1 title.

Espanyol must stop rot against Real Madrid as Barca eye title

Espanyol have not won a single game in 2026 and if they finally break that run against Real Madrid on Sunday it could hand their city rivals Barcelona the Spanish title.

Leipzig can book return to Champions League as Bundesliga top-four rivals meet

RB Leipzig can achieve their "season goal" of returning to the Champions League as the top-four race in the Bundesliga comes to a head this Saturday.

Injuries add to Bath's challenge for Champions Cup semi in Bordeaux

A match away to title-holders Bordeaux-Begles side is tough enough but Bath also face an injury crisis ahead of their European Champions Cup semi-final that could lead to a senior debut for a teenage playmaker.

Karius getting 'back to the top' with promotion-chasing Schalke

Former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius thought his career was over after his error-strewn performance cost his side the Champions League final, eight years later he is finding redemption at fallen German giants Schalke.

Ace lifts rookie Green to share of LPGA lead as Korda lurks

Melanie Green aced the par-three 15th hole on the way to a six-under par 66 and a share of the first-round lead in the LPGA Riviera Maya Open in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, on Thursday.

World No. 4 Young leads at PGA Cadillac Championship

Cameron Young rode a hot putter to an eight-under par 64 on Thursday to take a one-shot first-round lead in the PGA Tour Cadillac Championship.

Bucks hire ex-Grizzlies coach Jenkins

The Milwaukee Bucks have hired Taylor Jenkins as their new head coach after failing to reach the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the NBA team said Thursday.

Japanese tennis trailblazer Nishikori to retire at end of season

Japan's most decorated men's tennis player Kei Nishikori on Friday announced that he will retire at the end of the season, ending a career ravaged by injury.

Palestinian football chief slams Israeli official at FIFA meeting

Palestinian football federation President Jibril Rajoub refused to take part in a photo opportunity with Israel soccer official Basim Sheikh Suliman in a tense incident at the end of FIFA's Congress on Thursday.

Rayo grab lead over Strasbourg in Conference League semi

Brazilian striker Alemao glanced in the only goal to give Rayo Vallecano a precious 1-0 win in the UEFA Conference League semi-final first leg against visiting Strasbourg on Thursday.

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