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Blanc booted out by Qatar club Al-Rayyan

Qatar club Al-Rayyan said Sunday that French coach Laurent Blanc has been replaced, with the World Cup winner paying for poor results despite big money signings.

Aberdeen sack manager Glass

Aberdeen sacked manager Stephen Glass on Sunday after less than a year in the job.

McInally adamant Scots still in Six Nations hunt after new Cardiff blow

Stuart McInally has insisted Scotland remain contenders for the Six Nations Championship title despite seeing their long wait for a win in Cardiff continue with a 20-17 defeat by Wales on Saturday.

'I really couldn't see': Heavy snow disrupts Beijing Olympics

Heavy snow fell throughout Sunday at the Beijing Olympics disrupting several events and forcing athletes to battle through treacherous conditions in the pursuit of gold.

Odermatt silences critics with Olympic grand slalom gold

Switzerland's Marco Odermatt finally lived up to expectations by holding his nerve in snow and fog to win gold in the men's Olympic giant slalom on Sunday.

Valieva fate in balance as Odermatt wins Olympic giant slalom

Sport's top court was to hold a hearing on Sunday to decide the Beijing Olympics fate of 15-year-old Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva after she failed a drugs test, as Switzerland's Marco Odermatt won giant slalom gold in the snow and fog.

England's Livingstone goes for $1.52 mn in IPL auction

England batsman Liam Livingstone on Sunday became the most expensive foreign player in this season's ongoing Indian Premier League auction as Punjab Kings snapped him up for $1.52 million.

Switzerland's Marco Odermatt wins men's Olympic giant slalom

Switzerland's Marco Odermatt finally lived up to expectations by holding his nerve in snow and fog to win gold in the men's Olympic giant slalom on Sunday.

Just racing at Olympics is a 'victory' for Covid-hit Meyers Taylor

Olympic bobsleigh pilot Elana Meyers Taylor said Sunday she counted just being able to race as a win after having been isolated because of a positive Covid-19 test, including from her two-year-old son.

Olympic slalom champion Vlhova to miss rest of Beijing Games

Slovakia's newly crowned Olympic slalom champion Petra Vlhova will skip the downhill and alpine combined at the Beijing Games after picking up an ankle injury, it was confirmed Sunday.

'Hard not to cry': Who's saying what at the Beijing Olympics

With the Beijing Olympics into their second week, there's already been plenty of drama, both on and off the ice and snow.

Humphries in Olympic monobob driving seat after US switch

Canadian-born Kaillie Humphries is in pole position to win her first Olympic gold for her adopted USA as the three-time medallist opened a big overnight lead in Sunday's first two heats of the women's monobob.

James passes Abdul-Jabbar on all-time 'combined' scoring list

NBA superstar LeBron James became the highest scoring player in combined regular season and playoff history, surpassing Los Angeles Lakers icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Saturday night.

Valieva fate in balance as heavy snow disrupts Olympics

Sport's top court was to hold a hearing Sunday to decide the Beijing Olympics fate of 15-year-old Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva after she failed a drugs test, as snow disrupted the Games.

Odermatt in pole position for Olympic giant slalom

Swiss favourite Marco Odermatt looked to be reversing his fortunes after a disappointing start to his Olympic campaign as he topped the timings in the first leg of the men's giant slalom on Sunday.

Heavy snowfall holds up Gu gold medal charge at Olympics

Californian-born Chinese sensation Eileen Gu's bid for a second gold medal at the Beijing Games was held up Sunday when women's freeski slopestyle qualification was postponed because of heavy snow.

Rams, Bengals ready for Super Bowl blockbuster

A star-studded Los Angeles Rams will seek to deny the giant-killing Cincinnati Bengals a Hollywood ending in the Super Bowl on Sunday as an NFL season full of plot twists reaches its climax.

Theegala clings to one-shot lead over Koepka at Phoenix Open

Rookie Sahith Theegala closed with a stunning par save to fire a two-under par 69 and seize a one-stroke lead after Saturday's third round of the US PGA Phoenix Open.

Broad says 'sleep affected' by 'five-minute' Test axe call

England fast bowler Stuart Broad on Sunday said his controversial axing from the team to tour the West Indies was delivered in a "five-minute phone call" which has "affected my sleep".

Latest talks yield little progress in baseball's economic impasse

A brief meeting between Major League Baseball officials and players union representatives on Saturday did little to allay fears the 2022 season could be delayed over economic issues.

Tuchel revels in 'incomparable' joy of Club World Cup triumph

Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel described winning the Club World Cup as an "incomparable feeling" as the European champions got their hands on the last major trophy missing from their cabinet.

Tsitsipas to face Auger-Aliassime for Rotterdam title

Top seed Stefanos Tsitsipas reached his first final since last year's French Open when he came back from a set down to defeat Czech qualifier Jiri Lehecka in the Rotterdam semi-finals on Saturday.

Farrell praises Irish character and spirit in gallant French defeat

Ireland head coach Andy Farrell praised the "spirit" and "character" of his side after they came from 22-7 down early in the second-half to agonisingly lose 30-24 to France in a thrilling Six Nations clash on Saturday.

Galthie not thinking of France's Six Nations chances despite Ireland win

France head coach Fabien Galthie said he is not thinking about winning the Six Nations despite Saturday's impressive 30-24 victory over Ireland.

Inter leave door open for Milan after Napoli draw

Inter Milan maintained their one-point lead at the top of Serie A on Saturday with a 1-1 draw at title rivals Napoli which gives AC Milan the chance to claim top spot.

Sterling hat-trick extends Man City lead, toothless Man Utd held by Southampton

Manchester City restored their 12-point lead at the top of the Premier League as Raheem Sterling's hat-trick put Norwich to the sword 4-0, while Manchester United's chances of just making the top four stumbled again in a 1-1 draw against Southampton on Saturday.

'Like a dream': Bayern slump to shock defeat at Bochum

Bayern Munich midfielder Joshua Kimmich said his side need to question their mentality after they slumped to a shock 4-2 loss at Bundesliga minnows Bochum ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash with Red Bull Salzburg.

Havertz extra-time penalty secures Chelsea Club World Cup title

Kai Havertz scored a penalty deep into extra time as Chelsea defeated Palmeiras 2-1 in the Club World Cup final on Saturday to complete their collection of major trophies.

Sterling treble destroys Norwich as Man City go 12 points clear

Manchester City powered 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League as Raheem Sterling's hat-trick inspired a 4-0 win against Norwich on Saturday.

Inter leave title door open for Milan after Napoli draw

Inter Milan maintained their one-point lead at the top of Serie A on Saturday with a 1-1 draw at title rivals Napoli which gives AC Milan the chance to claim top spot.

France make Six Nations statement with Ireland win

France beat Ireland 30-24 in Paris on Saturday to consolidate their status as favourites for this year's Six Nations title.

Wales skipper Biggar savours Scotland win

Dan Biggar hailed Wales' 20-17 win over Scotland in Cardiff on Saturday as one of the "best victories" of his career.

Hoffman's rules rant sparks PGA-Saudi talk

American golfer Charley Hoffman went onto Instagram to unleash a tirade over a penalty at the Phoenix Open that sparked discussion over Saudi-backed efforts to develop a rival tour.

Biggar stars as Wales revive Six Nations hopes against Scotland

Wales captain Dan Biggar's drop-goal 10 minutes from time proved decisive as the Six Nations champions kept Scotland waiting for a win in Cardiff with a 20-17 victory at the Principality Stadium on Saturday.

Insigne overtakes Maradona with Inter strike

Lorenzo Insigne overtook Diego Maradona in Napoli's all-time scorers list on Saturday after netting the penalty which gave his boyhood team the lead against Serie A title rivals Inter Milan.

Bale returns as Real Madrid held by Villarreal

Real Madrid were held to a goalless draw at Villarreal on Saturday despite the return from a lengthy injury absence of Gareth Bale.

Tsitsipas fights back to reach Rotterdam final