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LA Olympics has to allow politicians on the bus, just not behind the wheel - Coe

The London Olympics in 2012 are widely credited with being one of the best prepared and managed Summer Games in recent history and their organiser Sebastian Coe is urging LA28 organisers to work as closely with government as he did.

No.1 Scheffler fires sizzling 61 to seize PGA St. Jude lead

World number one Scottie Scheffler matched the course record with a nine-under par 61 to grab a three-stroke lead after Friday's second round of the PGA St. Jude Championship.

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Antonelli fastest for Mercedes in second practice in Belgium

World championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped the times for Mercedes ahead of defending champion Lando Norris of McLaren in Friday's second free practice ahead of this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.

Swiss rider Schmid cramps up but wins Tour de France stage 13

Swiss rider Mauro Schmid said that he had to overcome cramps before he beat Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-man sprint finish to win the 13th and longest stage of the Tour de France on Friday.

Garry Sobers, towering West Indies cricket all-rounder, dies at 89

Cricket in the 20th century was littered with great players, but by universal consent two stand head and shoulders above the rest - Australian batsman Donald Bradman and West Indian all-rounder Garry Sobers, who has died aged 89.

NFL boss teases Japan among 10 new nations for regular-season games

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell named Japan as a place he wants to see the league play a future regular-season contest and said he has 10 new host nations in mind.

Messi eyes glorious farewell as Spain, Argentina clash in World Cup final

Spanish elan meets Argentinian steel in a historic World Cup final on Sunday which sees the reigning champions of Europe and South America battle for football's ultimate prize.

Swiss rider Schmid wins Tour de France stage 13

Swiss rider Mauro Schmid beat Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-man sprint finish to win the 13th and longest stage of the Tour de France on Friday.

Neymar returns to Santos with questions hanging over his future

Neymar returns to his home club Santos Friday with only a few months left in his contract and questions over his future after indicating he would no longer play for Brazil following the country's World Cup disappointment.

Warholm eyes win in London stadium that kickstarted his career

Karsten Warholm on Saturday returns to the London Stadium where he won his first 400 metres hurdles world title in 2017, sparking riotous celebrations he has vowed not to repeat.

Herbert takes British Open lead, equals major history with 62 alongside Burns

Lucas Herbert stormed into the lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns equalled the record for the lowest round in major golf history on Friday with eight-under par 62s.

Herbert equals major record round of 62 to take British Open lead

Australia's Lucas Herbert equalled the record for the lowest round in major golf history with an eight-under par 62 to storm into the lead at the British Open on Friday.

Verstappen back on top in opening practice at Belgian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen topped the times for Red Bull ahead of Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in Friday's sunny opening free practice ahead of this weekend's Belgian Grand Prix.

Kerr targets world mile record, Hodgkinson happy to 'run free'

Josh Kerr is confident he is in the kind of form that could see him break the 27-year-old world record for the mile to add his name to a storied list of previous British athletes.

Neutral games needed at Nations Championship, says official

Rugby's new Nations Championship has "logistical challenges" that can only be solved by having some teams play home games at neutral venues, a top official said Friday.

Herbert's record front nine snatches British Open lead

Australia's Lucas Herbert equalled a British Open record with a six-under par 28 on the front nine at Royal Birkdale on Friday to storm into the lead.

Lucu urges France to keep heads in steamy Tokyo

France captain Maxime Lucu warned Friday that the heat and humidity in steamy Tokyo will affect decision-making when his side face Japan in the Nations Championship.

Root says England 'learning on the job' in ODIs after 99 no against India

Joe Root said his younger England team-mates were having to "learn on the job" in one-day international cricket because of a lack of experience of the 50-over games.

Wilson keen to continue Wallabies captaincy as Schmidt era ends

Harry Wilson said he's determined to continue captaining Australia as they build towards next year's home World Cup, while paying tribute on Friday to outgoing coach Joe Schmidt for his "relentless support".

Ireland to attack at All Blacks' Eden Park stronghold

Coach Andy Farrell says Ireland won't beat New Zealand at their impregnable fortress by keeping the score down, urging his team to attack in the Nations Championship Test at Eden Park.

Japan, France ready for tussle in steamy Tokyo

Japan and France are preparing for a heavyweight arm-wrestle in Tokyo on Saturday, with the heat and humidity set to turn their Nations Championship contest into a forwards' battle.

Australia coach Schmidt 'nervous and a little bit lost" ahead of final Test

Joe Schmidt is feeling "nervous and a little bit lost" ahead of his last Test as Wallabies coach, desperate for a win to go out on a high against a depleted Italy in the Nations Championship on Saturday.

Rennie reveals All Blacks plans for Springboks series

The All Blacks are well advanced in their planning for the looming series against South Africa but coach Dave Rennie has confirmed he won't be selecting playmaker Richie Mo'unga.

Giannis: Miami offers best path to another NBA title

Two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo said Thursday he believes the Miami Heat are his best chance at another title.

Lewandowski MLS debut match postponed by air quality concern

Polish star Robert Lewandowski's Major League Soccer debut was on hold Thursday after the match between the Chicago Fire and Vancouver Whitecaps was postponed due to air quality issues caused by wildfires.

McIlroy laments 'stupid mistakes' but retains British Open hope

Rory McIlroy remained hopeful he can recover from shooting two over par after his opening round of the British Open that left the Masters champion seven shots off the lead.

Messi set 'blueprint' for greatness - Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo arrived in Miami to join the NBA's Heat on Thursday taking inspiration from Lionel Messi, a sporting legend who launched his own new chapter of success with a move to South Florida.

Argentina footballers 'inspire' Contepomi's Pumas before England Test

Head coach of Argentina's rugby team Felipe Contepomi said on Thursday that the feats of the country's football side at the World Cup are an "inspiration" for his outfit as they prepare to face England in the Nations Champions in Santiago del Estero.

Argentine superstition ramps up ahead of World Cup final

Angst-ridden Argentine football fans are putting their faith in good luck rituals ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain.

Root's 99 not out sees England to ODI series-levelling win over India

Joe Root's typically composed 99 not out steered jittery England to a four-wicket win over India in the second one-day international in Cardiff on Thursday that levelled this three-match series at 1-1.

Suber the shock leader of British Open as McIlroy faces cut battle

Unheralded American Jackson Suber leads after the first round of the British Open at five under par, with world number one Scottie Scheffler among a host of major champions in the chasing pack.

Morocco back coach Ouahbi after World Cup exit

World Cup quarter-finalists Morocco gave coach Mohamed Ouahbi a vote of confidence on Thursday to continue with his deal in the run up to the 2030 World Cup on home soil.

France, England prepare for gloomy World Cup send-off

France and England will bid a gloomy farewell to the World Cup on Saturday when they face each other in the dreaded third-place play-off in Miami.

'King' James keeps NBA guessing on next team

NBA superstar LeBron James offered no clues to where he'll play his record-extending 24th season as he appeared live at the Fanatics Fest sports fan festival in New York on Thursday.

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