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Jokic-inspired Nuggets stun Thunder, Knicks down Celtics
Aaron Gordon scored a last-gasp three-pointer and Nikola Jokic produced a 42-point masterpiece as the Denver Nuggets stunned the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder 121-119 in a dramatic NBA Western Conference semi-final series opener on Monday.

'Shared dream': China celebrates Zhao's world snooker breakthrough
Zhao Xintong's stunning World Snooker Championship triumph went viral back home on Tuesday with trailblazer Ding Junhui leading the tributes to China's latest sporting superstar.

Sinner leading the charge in golden era for Italian tennis
Jannik Sinner will delight crowds at the Rome Open this week when the world number one makes his return to tennis, but the Italian's three-month doping ban has allowed other local rising stars to move into the limelight.

Donnarumma stands tall on PSG's Champions League run
Ousmane Dembele and his fellow attacking players may have stolen most of the limelight on Paris Saint-Germain's run in this season's Champions League, but the form of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has been just as important in taking the French giants to the brink of the final.

Brunson sparks Knicks in comeback win over Celtics
Jalen Brunson scored 29 points as the New York Knicks overturned a 20-point deficit to stun the Boston Celtics 108-105 in overtime in their opening NBA Eastern Conference semi-final series clash on Monday.

All roads lead to Rome Open for Sinner after doping ban
Jannik Sinner is the star of the show at the upcoming Rome Open as the world number one and Italian tennis hero gears up for his return to the courts after a contested doping ban.

Arsenal must 'stick together' in PSG showdown: Odegaard
Martin Odegaard has urged Arsenal to "stick together" after their recent failures as they aim to defy the odds in Wednesday's decisive Champions League semi-final showdown with Paris Saint-Germain.

Ireland captain Doris doubtful for Lions tour due to shoulder injury
Leinster captain Caelan Doris could miss the British and Irish Lions' tour of Australia as he prepares for a "procedure" on his shoulder injury.

'New superstar' Zhao's world title heralds Chinese snooker revolution
Zhao Xintong was hailed as snooker's "new superstar" after winning the World Championship with an 18-12 victory against Mark Williams that heralded a Chinese revolution in the sport.

Snooker star Zhao: from ban to Chinese sporting history
In 2015 a teenage Zhao Xintong told a documentary he wanted to be like Chinese snooker trailblazer Ding Junhui.

Zhao makes history as China's first World Snooker champion
Zhao Xintong became the first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship as the qualifier completed his stunning march to the title with a 18-12 victory against Mark Williams in the final on Monday.

'It's time': Popovich passes Spurs torch to Johnson
Former San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said on Monday his health was improving following a stroke but said the time had come for him to pass the reins to assistant Mitch Johnson.

Cummins heroics in vain as rain forces Hyderabad out of IPL playoff race
Pat Cummins' figures of 3-19 went in vain after rain ended his and Sunrisers Hyderabad's chances of reaching the playoffs as their clash against Delhi Capitals was called off on Monday.

Lewandowski on bench for Barca's showdown with Inter, says coach Flick
Robert Lewandowski will start on the bench for Barcelona's Champions League semi-final decider with Inter Milan after recovering from a hamstring injury, coach Hansi Flick said on Monday.

South Africa's Rabada back in IPL after serving drug ban
South Africa pace bowler Kagiso Rabada has returned to India for selection in his IPL team Gujarat Titans after serving a ban for recreational drug use, the franchise said Monday.

Zhao on brink of becoming China's first World Snooker champion
Zhao Xintong is on the verge of becoming the first Chinese player to win the World Snooker Championship after the qualifier stormed into a 17-8 lead against Mark Williams in the final on Monday.

Martinez rushing to be ready for Barca showdown, says Inter's Inzaghi
Simone Inzaghi said on Monday that Lautaro Martinez is in a race against time to be fit to play in Inter Milan's Champions League showdown with Barcelona at the San Siro.

Olympic 100m medallist Kerley denies battery, admits to 'altercation'
Former world 100m champion Fred Kerley has denied he was arrested as claimed for battery but because he exercised his right to remain silent until his lawyer was present after a "physical altercation".

Man Utd have 'big responsibility' to win Europa League: Amorim
Ruben Amorim has warned his Manchester United players that they have a "big responsibility" to salvage a dismal season by winning the Europa League.

Alexander-Arnold confirms Liverpool exit after 'hardest decision'
Trent Alexander-Arnold announced Monday he will leave boyhood club Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the season, saying it was the "hardest decision" of his life.

Trent Alexander-Arnold announces Liverpool departure
Trent Alexander-Arnold announced Monday he will leave boyhood club Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the season, saying it was the "hardest decision" of his life.

Inoue knocked down but stops Cardenas in eighth to keep crown
Unbeaten Naoya Inoue of Japan retained his undisputed super bantamweight world crown on Sunday, climbing off the canvas to stop American Ramon Cardenas in the eighth round in Las Vegas.

Pacers shock Cavs, Warriors shoot down Rockets to advance in NBA playoffs
The Golden State Warriors punched their ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs on Sunday, shaking off two straight defeats to grab a 103-89 game-seven victory over the Houston Rockets.

Basketball bust-ups threaten ambitious Japan's hoop dreams
Japan has ambitious plans to become a basketball powerhouse but a row involving star player Rui Hachimura and disagreements over the domestic league's direction mean success is anything but a slam dunk.

South African men, New Zealand women win Rugby Sevens World Championships in LA
South Africa's men and New Zealand's women captured the Rugby Sevens World Championship 2025 titles on Sunday in Los Angeles.

Pacers shock Cavs in NBA playoff series opener
The Indiana Pacers started hot and held on late to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-112 on Sunday, defeating the Eastern Conference top seeds on their home floor to open their NBA second-round playoff series.

'Sarcastic' Hamilton shows frustration as Ferrari struggle again
Lewis Hamilton showed his frustration with his Ferrari team's tactics at the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday as the Scuderia once again struggled to compete.
Three in a row Piastri wins in Miami to lead McLaren one-two
Oscar Piastri made it a hat-trick of wins with victory in the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday as McLaren enjoyed a one-two on the podium to continue their dominant Formula One season.

Scheffler ties 72-hole PGA record in CJ Cup Byron Nelson romp
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler matched the lowest 72-hole score in PGA Tour history on Sunday, overwhelming the field to complete a wire-to-wire victory at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson tournament.

Oscar Piastri wins Miami Grand Prix to lead McLaren one-two
Oscar Piastri grabbed his fourth win in six races with victory in the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday as McLaren enjoyed a one-two on the podium to continue their dominant season.

Bednarek runs this year's world-best 200m to win at Miami Grand Slam
American Kenny Bednarek set the fastest time in the world this year by winning the 200 meters in 19.84 seconds at Sunday's Grand Slam Track series Miami meet.
'Lucky number seven' for Ruud after beating Draper to clinch Madrid Open
Casper Ruud joked seven was his lucky number after claiming the most important trophy of his career in his seventh big final as he beat Jack Draper on Sunday to win the Madrid Open.