Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina withdrew from her Pan Pacific Open semi-final on Saturday due to persistent back problems, a day after securing her spot in the prestigious WTA Finals. The 26-year-old 2022 Wimbledon champion was scheduled to face Czech rising star Linda Noskova, who will now advance to meet Belinda Bencic in Sunday’s final in Tokyo.

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Great Britain’s cycling team celebrated a stellar start at the Track World Championships in Chile, as Josh Tarling and Josh Charlton clinched gold medals, reinforcing Britain’s dominance on the global track scene. Josh Tarling Wins First British Gold in Points Race Josh Tarling, only 21 years old, kicked off the championship with a remarkable performance

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Hawk Mountain delivered a sensational performance to give Aidan O’Brien his record-extending 12th win in the Futurity Trophy Stakes at Doncaster, capping the final Group One race of the British Flat season. The race saw a dominant display from O’Brien-trained horses, with the first three finishers all under his tutelage, marking his 23rd Group One

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The Miami Heat and Portland Trail Blazers returned to winning ways in the NBA on Friday following high-profile arrests that rocked the league. Heat guard Terry Rozier and Blazers coach Chauncey Billups were detained as part of a federal investigation into alleged illegal sports betting. Both men have denied the allegations, and teams showed their

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West Ham United’s Premier League nightmare continued with a defeat at Leeds United, marking the club’s worst start to a top-flight season in 52 years. The London side, now 19th in the table, have collected just four points from nine games, replicating poor starts from the 1932-33 and 1973-74 seasons. Nuno Espirito Santo Still Searching

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Max Verstappen set the pace in Friday practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix, while McLaren driver Lando Norris admitted that the team is “already a little bit behind” after the opening sessions at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez. Verstappen Extends Form Ahead of Mexico GP Verstappen, who has won three of the past four races,

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Despite a brilliant hat-trick from Rob Baloucoune, Ulster were unable to secure a fourth straight win as they fell 49-31 to the Lions in a thrilling United Rugby Championship (URC) encounter at Ellis Park. The high-scoring match showcased attacking flair from both sides, but a dominant second-half display from the hosts proved decisive. Ulster Lead

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The Toronto Blue Jays made a stunning statement in the first game of the 2025 World Series, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 11-4 at a packed Rogers Centre in Toronto. The highlight of the game came from Addison Barger, who smashed the first-ever pinch-hit grand slam in World Series history, propelling the Blue Jays to

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Australia captain Pat Cummins may miss the opening Ashes Test in Perth, but spinner Nathan Lyon believes the fast bowler could “realistically” return for the second Test in Brisbane. Cummins, 32, is recovering from a back injury that had cast doubt over his participation in the high-profile series against England. Cummins’ Injury and Recovery Timeline

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India sealed a commanding nine-wicket victory over Australia in the third one-day international (ODI) at Sydney, thanks to brilliant centuries from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. The win provided a consolation for India after losing the series 2-1, but showcased their batting firepower and resilience. Rohit Sharma Hits Milestone 50th International Century Rohit Sharma remained

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