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Alonso: Newey exit doesn't mean Red Bull F1 team is imploding

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso doesn't believe Adrian Newey leaving Red Bull is a sign of Formula 1's dominant team imploding.

Late try earns NZ draw against South Africa in appalling conditions at U20 rugby championship

The opening match of the inaugural competition was played amid a deluge of rain on the Sunshine Coast.

The tragic death of future Bundesliga star Junior Malanda

Dutch Olympic legend Sjoukje Dijkstra dies at 82

Anton Ferdinand sends message to John Terry over alleged racial abuse: ‘We’ll look at footage unblurred’

Anton Ferdinand sends message to John Terry over alleged racial abuse: ‘We’ll look at footage unblurred’ - Ferdinand tagged Terry in a tweet after the former Chelsea captain commented on the 2011 incident in a podcast with Simon Jordan last week

'Only see it as positive': NZ Rugby boss Robinson denies All Blacks tampering in Super Rugby

New national coach Scott Robertson has influenced the selection of his old Crusaders team.

Protestors block Bibby Stockholm barge coach

Police remove protesters blocking the transfer of migrants to the Bibby Stockholm. The arrests were for obstruction and a racially aggravated public order offence.

'Definitely nerves': Wales centurion Halfpenny eyes long-awaited debut for Crusaders

The 35-year-old will be the sixth-oldest debutant in the history of the competition.

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster

Jurgen Klopp vows never to watch TNT Sports again as Liverpool manager takes parting shot at broadcaster - Klopp offered ‘a little advice from an old man on the way out’ as he criticised the way TV companies schedule fixtures

Russell: Mercedes F1 team won’t be burned by “reaching for the stars” again

George Russell says Mercedes will not repeat the mistake it made in China of trying to “reach for the stars” with Formula 1’s new sprint race format.

Tottenham face test of faith in Angeball as Chelsea defeat reveals ‘bigger issue’ than set pieces

Tottenham face test of faith in Angeball as Chelsea defeat reveals ‘bigger issue’ than set pieces - Ange Postecoglou’s frustrations boiled over on the touchline during his side’s defeat to Chelsea

Lawyers for teen suing NBA star Ja Morant over a fight during a pickup game withdraw from the case

Lawyers for teen suing NBA star Ja Morant over a fight during a pickup game withdraw from the case - A Tennessee judge has ruled that lawyers for a teenager who is suing two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant over a fight during an offseason pickup game can withdraw from the case after citing irreconcilable conflicts with their client

Roberto De Zerbi wanted to join the best — then they overlooked him

Roberto De Zerbi wanted to join the best — then they overlooked him - As vacancies at Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich have come and gone and as Brighton slipped into the bottom half, the Italian must instead focus on rebuilding his own reputation

Jurgen Klopp attacks English football and 'overworked' Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a lengthy attack on the state of English football after claiming the Premier League is 'overworked not overrated'.

Mark Clattenburg resigns in wake of Nottingham Forest VAR controversy

Mark Clattenburg resigns in wake of Nottingham Forest VAR controversy - Clattenburg has walked away while the Premier League and Football Association investigate Forest’s extraordinary statement accusing VAR Stuart Attwell of bias

Unexpected Black Ferns call-up puts scare through rookie King's family

The Hurricanes Poua first-five was minding the farm, when she got the call.

Sainz: No assurance of future Audi F1 seat amid Hulkenberg deal

Carlos Sainz says he has no “assurance” of a future Formula 1 seat with Audi but feels it “makes complete sense” for the manufacturer to have signed Nico Hulkenberg.

Cricket world shocked by death of Worcestershire's 20-year-old Josh Baker

Williams in talks with Newey about F1 reunion

Williams Formula 1 boss James Vowles has said his team is in discussions with design legend Adrian Newey about trying to lure him back to the squad.

Perenara's hilarious taunt after claiming good mate Savea's Super Rugby try-scoring record

The veteran halfback claimed a record-setting 63rd try against the Waratahs and intends on sending his former long-time teammate a subtle reminder.

Williams finally has its spare F1 car ready for Miami

Williams finally has a spare car available from this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, having been without it so far this Formula 1 season.

Watch: US sailors tumble out of boat during frightening SailGP capsize in Bermuda

The F50 catamaran was tipped on its side during practice.

Rafael Nadal says an emotional goodbye to his home tournament, the Madrid Open

Tennis great Rafael Nadal says an emotional goodbye to his home tournament, the Madrid Open, for one last time. The Spaniard was presented with a commemorative trophy and had five banners to celebrate each of his five Madrid Open title wins in his career.

NZ Rugby celebrates 'significant' increase in Super Rugby Pacific viewership

The numbers aren't as encouraging when it comes to fan attendance.

Nyika set for career defining fight

David Nyika says he is in the best condition of his career ahead of his biggest fight to date.

New York Mets fan removed from stadium because people kept throwing hot dogs at him

New York Mets fan removed from stadium because people kept throwing hot dogs at him - The man was seen encouraging fans to toss the $1 ‘dogs his way

NRL considers divisive kickoff rule changes to reduce concussion risk in collision

Players and administrators protest that impact is an accepted part of the spectacle.

Hurricanes rebound from first Super Rugby defeat with resounding win over Waratahs

Winger Salesi Rayasi had a try double, as the Wellington side retained their lead atop the competition table.

Black Ferns book blockbuster test against archrivals England Roses at Twickenham

The stadium capacity of 82,000 would smash the world record crowd for women' rugby.

The horrible accident that killed Spanish world champion Isaac Gálvez López

Blues grind down Rebels to set up Super Rugby Pacific top-of-table showdown with Hurricanes

Winger Mark Tele'a and lock Sam Darry both had try doubles at Melbourne.

Ricciardo: No point in talking to unapologetic Stroll over China F1 clash

Daniel Ricciardo says Lance Stroll hasn't cleared the air with him over their Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix clash, but suggested there is little point if Stroll isn't actually sorry.

World Rugby considers Qatar as controversial host of new Nations Championship format

The Middle East nation was severely criticised over its human rights shortcomings during the Football World Cup.

Hurricanes whallop Waratahs in Wellington

The Hurricanes have scored a dominant victory over the Waratahs in Wellington.

What went wrong for the Los Angeles Lakers?

Super Rugby Pacific: Moana Pasifika v Highlanders at Nuku'alofa - Live

Join us at 2pm, as the southerners try to consolidate their playoff hopes on hostile territory.

£12,000 for a ticket to see Scotland's opening game at the Euros!

Watching Scotland play at a major tournament has been a rare treat over the past three decades. But Scotland tickets for their Euro opening match are being offered by resale companies for £12,000

Black Ferns Sevens progress to Singapore quarter-finals, All Blacks Sevens fall to Argentina

The The NZ men now face a must-win match against Australia on day two.

Blues star Ioane faces sideline stint after nasty head knock against Rebels

The All Blacks midfielder has already been ruled out for next weekend's blockbuster against the Hurricanes – at the very least.

End of an era: are LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Steph Curry finished as champions?

Hurricanes star Roigard targets All Blacks return from season-ending knee injury

The halfback seemed destined to claim the black No.9 jersey this year.

How Fittipaldi helped guide Senna on his path to F1 glory

Twice a Formula 1 world champion and Indianapolis 500 winner, Emerson Fittipaldi was a guiding light for a young Ayrton Senna and later became one of his closest friends in racing. Senna tested his IndyCar, and even shared a set-up tip that helped Emmo win at Detroit

Vettel to drive Senna's 1993 McLaren in F1 Imola tribute

Sebastian Vettel will demo Ayrton Senna's 1993 McLaren at Imola's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix as a tribute to the Brazilian Formula 1 icon.

'Very appreciative': All Blacks nudge Crusaders towards Havili's first-five selection against Reds

The talented utility has already played at fullback and midfield for the national team.

How athletes are smashing records in a NASA-inspired 'super-material'

The NASA-inspired 'super-material' is developed by Rheon Labs, and has already helped a number of athletes including Alexander Munyao and Tamirat Tola to break records.

Are the All Blacks bound for Qatar? Nations Championship concept takes shape

NZR boss doesn't confirm but certainly doesn't deny a potential trip to cash in on the Middle East's expanding sporting investment.

Cricketer Josh Baker, 20, was found dead in his flat by a friend

Josh Baker, a talented Worcestershire spinner, had been playing in his county's second XI just yesterday, and was due back on the field in Bromsgrove today.

F1 to sell 10,000 "backpacker" tickets for 2024 Las Vegas GP

Formula 1 has altered its approach to ticket sales for the 2024 Las Vegas Grand Prix, issuing 10,000 “backpacker” tickets in a bid to attract "a wider variety of fans".

Williams plays down Antonelli talk despite F1 superlicence request

Williams says Logan Sargeant must hit “tough targets” in getting closer to Formula 1 team-mate Alex Albon, but has dismissed rumours it is lining up Andrea Kimi Antonelli as a replacement.

Jurgen Klopp reveals exactly how Liverpool are set up for success once he’s gone

Jurgen Klopp reveals exactly how Liverpool are set up for success once he’s gone - Klopp will leave Liverpool at the end of the season but is confident his project won’t die once Arne Slot takes over