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Messi scores first goal since father's death
Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer draw on Wednesday against the Philadelphia Union.
Top seed Zverev bundled out by Paul in rain-hit Cincinnati upset
Tommy Paul saved a match point on the way to a 4-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4 upset of top seed Alexander Zverev on Wednesday to reach the quarter-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters.
WADA pledges vigilance on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 Olympics
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) director general told AFP Wednesday that the organization will "be vigilant" in monitoring Russian athletes ahead of the next Olympic Games, promising reassurance to competitors from other countries.
Lee, Baena guide Atletico to opening Liga win over Malaga
Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena's superb strikes helped Atletico Madrid kick off their La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga on Wednesday, without forward Julian Alvarez.
Cobolli halts Jodar to reach Cincinnati quarter-finals
Roland Garros finalist Flavio Cobolli labored two and a half hours to engineer a turnaround, finally overhauling red-hot Spaniard Rafael Jodar 4-6, 7-6 (7/3), 6-3 to reach the ATP-wta Cincinnati Masters quarter-finals.
Robinson and Tongue share match ball after dismissing Pakistan
England's Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue shared both the wickets and the match ball as they joined forces to bowl out Pakistan on the opening day of the first Test at Headingley on Wednesday.
McIlroy questions LIV stars 'value' as talk of PGA return builds
Rory McIlroy on Wednesday questioned whether Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm had ever "brought value" to LIV Golf, as the divisive rival tour scrambles to reinvent itself and speculation mounts that its stars could jump ship.
Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan collapse in England opener
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five wickets apiece as England made a strong start to the post-Bazball era by dismissing Pakistan for 171 in the first Test at Headingley on Wednesday.
All Blacks must get 'everything right' to beat Springboks, says legend Fitzpatrick
Sean Fitzpatrick, captain of the only New Zealand team to win a Test series in South Africa, told AFP on Wednesday the current All Blacks must get "everything right" to match that feat.
Golden Shoe winner Kane hopes for Ballon d'Or after 'best season ever'
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has set his sights on the Ballon d'Or after receiving his second European Golden Shoe in Munich on Wednesday.
Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan all out for 171 in England opener
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five apiece wickets as England made a strong start to the post-Bazball era by dismissing Pakistan for 171 in the first Test at Headingley on Wednesday.
Coventry have survival inspiration says Lampard
Frank Lampard has challenged Coventry to follow his survival blueprint as the Sky Blues prepare for their first Premier League game in 25 years against champions Arsenal on Friday.
Reijnders leaves Man City for Saudi's Al Qadsiah
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders completed a move from Manchester City to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah on Wednesday in a deal reportedly worth 61 million euros ($71 million).
Referees chief Webb wants clamp-down on Premier League set-piece grappling
Premier League clubs have been warned to expect a tougher stance from officials on grappling and holding at set-pieces in the new season.
Robinson makes history as Pakistan collapse against England
Ollie Robinson became the first man to take a wicket with the first ball of a Test series in England as the recalled seamer gave the hosts the advantage on the first day against Pakistan at Headingley on Wednesday.
Alvarez can win back Atletico fans in two games: club chief
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo said Wednesday wantaway striker Julian Alvarez can win over the club's fans in just two matches.
Arsenal agree to sign Villa defender Konsa: reports
Arsenal have agreed to sign England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth at least £50 million ($68 million), according to reports on Wednesday.
Sainz signs new contract with F1 team Williams
Carlos Sainz signed a "multi-year" contract extension with Formula One team Williams on Wednesday to quash speculation about his future.
Playing at Real Madrid 'not for everyone': Bernardo Silva
Bernardo Silva said playing for Real Madrid "is not for everyone" after the Portugal midfielder was presented by the 15-time European champions on Wednesday.
Senior FIFA official withdraws support from embattled Infantino
One of FIFA's vice presidents has withdrawn his support from the world football body's embattled president Gianni Infantino, saying the "unexpected dismissal" of critic Kevin Lamour was the "final straw".
Lawson replaces injured Hadjar for Red Bull at Dutch GP
Red Bull's Isack Hadjar has withdrawn from the Dutch Grand Prix due to injury and will be replaced on the grid by Liam Lawson of sister team Racing Bulls, the Austrian constructor announced on Wednesday.
Bayern's Hoeness 'speechless' after second Musiala collapse
Honorary Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness said Wednesday he was "speechless" after Jamal Musiala's second on-field collapse inside four days, calling the incident a "tragedy" and pledging to support the midfielder.
Reijnders leaves Man City for Saudi's Al Qadsiah: source
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has arrived in Saudi Arabia after completing a move from Manchester City to Al Qadsiah on a contract running until 2031, a club official told AFP on Wednesday.
Leeds sign Swiss defender Elvedi from Monchengladbach
Leeds signed Switzerland defender Nico Elvedi from Borussia Monchengladbach on Wednesday in a deal worth a reported £8.5 million ($11 million).
Arsenal chief expects Arteta to sign new contract 'very shortly'
Mikel Arteta will sign a new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal "very shortly", the club's chief executive Richard Garlick said on Wednesday.
Robinson double rocks Pakistan in first Test before rain stops play
England bowler Ollie Robinson took a wicket with the first ball of the match as his double strike left Pakistan reeling before rain stopped play in the first Test at Headingley on Wednesday.
Japan target record medal haul at home Asian Games
Japan are aiming to win more medals than ever before at their home Asian Games next month in Nagoya, chef de mission Kosei Inoue said Wednesday after the team's inauguration ceremony.
England bowl against Pakistan in first Test of post-Bazball era
England captain Joe Root won the toss and elected to field in the first Test against Pakistan at Headingley on Wednesday.
Villa sign Japanese 'keeper Suzuki, Italian defender Ruggeri
Aston Villa announced on Wednesday they have signed Japan international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and Italian defender Matteo Ruggeri as they strengthen their defensive options ahead of the Champions League.
Kyrgios admits 'huge mistake' after failing test for cocaine
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios said on Wednesday that he had made "a huge mistake" after testing positive for cocaine.
Injury-plagued Pogba released by Monaco
Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba will be released by Monaco after a series of injuries, the French club said on Wednesday.
Japanese 'keeper Suzuki signs for Aston Villa
Aston Villa announced on Wednesday they have signed Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, which could hasten the departure of Argentina 'keeper Emiliano Martinez from the Premier League club.