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Coe pays tribute as Australian running great and Bannister rival John Landy dies

John Landy, the second man to break the four-minute mile after arch-rival Roger Bannister, has died aged 91, with World Athletics President Sebastian Coe on Saturday saying the sport owed him "a huge debt".

Nadal holds off Medvedev to reach Acapulco ATP final

Rafael Nadal beat Daniil Medvedev 6-3, 6-3 on Friday to reach the final of the ATP Mexico Open and insure the Russian will not celebrate his rise to number one with the Acapulco trophy.

Klopp urges Liverpool to seize their chance in League Cup final against Chelsea

Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool to take a step towards immortality when they target the first trophy in their historic quadruple bid in Sunday's League Cup final against Chelsea.

Six Nations has 'lot to gain' from Italy despite losing streak: McKinley

The Six Nations championship has a "lot to gain" from having Italy involved, their former fly-half Ian McKinley told AFP, despite Sunday's match with Ireland in Dublin likely to be another "difficult weekend".

Australian running great and Bannister rival John Landy dies

Athletics trailblazer John Landy, the second man to break the four-minute mile after arch-rival Roger Bannister, has died aged 91, sporting officials said Saturday.

Berger feasts on home cooking at PGA Honda Classic

Hometown hero Daniel Berger, seeking a fifth career US PGA title, fired a second-straight five-under par 65 to grab the lead through Friday's second round of the Honda Classic.

Canelo moves up to fight Bivol for light heavyweight crown

Undisputed world super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez of Mexico will fight undefeated Russian Dmitry Bivol for his World Boxing Association light-heavyweight title on May 7, Alvarez confirmed Friday.

Inter draw at Genoa to let Milan off hook

Inter Milan failed to capitalise on AC Milan's home draw against Udinese on Friday with a goalless draw at Genoa which allowed their local rivals to stay top of Serie A.

Saints push Norwich deeper into relegation trouble

Southampton pushed Norwich deeper into relegation trouble as the Premier League's bottom club slumped to a 2-0 defeat at St Mary's on Friday.

Milan slip up with Udinese to open door to title rivals

AC Milan slipped up for the second time in as many weeks on Friday with a 1-1 draw with Udinese which gave their Serie A title rivals a chance to reach them at the summit.

Hamilton, Russell on top, Verstappen pays 'no attention' to times

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton laid down an early marker ahead of the new Formula One season on Friday when he set the fastest time in pre-season testing in Barcelona.

Reigning world 60m champ Coleman seeks third US Indoor title

Reigning world champion and world record holder Christian Coleman seeks his third consecutive 60-meter crown at this weekend's US Indoor Track and Field Championships in Spokane, Washington.

Hamilton, Russell take Mercedes top of F1 testing

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton laid down an early marker ahead of the new Formula One season on Friday when he set the fastest time in pre-season testing in Barcelona.

Ex-champ from Ukraine fights with war and family on his mind

Ukrainian boxer Viktor Postol, a former world champion at 140 pounds, is thinking of his family and the war in his homeland as he prepares for a crucial fight Saturday.

Klopp hungry for more trophies to burnish Liverpool legacy

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is determined to ensure his side are remembered for their achievements and not missed opportunities as he prepares for Sunday's League Cup final against Chelsea.

Kontaveit, Swiatek to meet for Qatar Open title

Anett Kontaveit reached her seventh WTA final since August on Friday when she breezed past Jelena Ostapenko 6-1, 6-4 at the Qatar Open.

Fury to defend heavyweight title against Whyte at Wembley on April 23

Tyson Fury will have his first bout on home soil in nearly four years when he defends his World Boxing Council (WBC) heavyweight title in an all-British clash against Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium on April 23.

Scotland's Hogg undaunted by powerful France ahead of Six Nations clash

Stuart Hogg says Scotland have the firepower to deny France a Grand Slam even though he rates the Six Nations leaders as one of the best teams in world rugby.

Ireland coach Farrell pays tribute to former Wigan team-mate Tuigamala

Former rugby union and rugby league star Va'aiga Tuigamala, who died aged 52 on Thursday, was one of "those people who touch you the first time you meet them", said Ireland rugby union coach Andy Farrell.

Patience key says Beckham as Miami reboot for MLS season

David Beckham insists patience is key as the former England captain enters his third season as an owner this weekend following a difficult start in Major League Soccer for his Inter Miami franchise.

Kontaveit eases past Ostapenko and into Qatar Open final

Anett Kontaveit reached her seventh WTA final since August on Friday when she breezed past Jelena Ostapenko 6-1, 6-4 at the Qatar Open.

'No war please': Rublev into Dubai final with peace plea

Andrey Rublev made a plea for peace after notching an eighth consecutive victory on Friday to move into his second final in as many weeks with a 3-6, 7-5, 7-6 (7/5) win against Hubert Hurkacz in Dubai.

Leonard vows to lead applause if Youngs breaks England caps record

Former international prop Jason Leonard said he would be "clapping harder than anyone" if Ben Youngs breaks his England caps record at Twickenham on Saturday.

'Perfectionist' Conte states commitment to Spurs after Burnley rant

Antonio Conte on Friday underlined his commitment to Tottenham after hinting this week that he was on the verge of quitting the under-performing Premier League club.

Brazil coach Tite to step down after World Cup

Brazilian coach Tite said Friday he would step down after the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, for which his five-time world champions are among the favorites.

Eriksen set to make emotional Brentford debut

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has confirmed Christian Eriksen will make his first competitive appearance since suffering a cardiac arrest last year when the Dane is given his debut against Newcastle on Saturday.

Russian team's Czech teenager wins stage six of UAE Tour

Czech teenager Mathias Vacek, who rides for the Russian team Gazprom, won the sixth and penultimate stage of the UAE Tour in Dubai on Friday but Slovenian Tadej Pogacar (UAE) did enough to retain the leader's jersey.

Liton ton gives Bangladesh ODI series win over Afghanistan

Liton Das struck a hundred and shared a record 202-run stand with Mushfiqur Rahim to set up an 88-run win for Bangladesh in the second one-day international against Afghanistan in Chittagong on Friday.

Russian Grand Prix cancelled in wake of Ukraine crisis

The Russian Grand Prix scheduled for September 25 has been cancelled in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the sport's owners Formula One announced on Friday.

Sexton on bench as Carbery starts for Ireland against Italy

Joey Carbery gets his second successive Six Nations start for Ireland in the home game against Italy on Sunday despite talismanic fly-half and captain Johnny Sexton being fully fit after a hamstring problem.

England optimistic about Tuilagi despite latest injury

England remain hopeful that Manu Tuilagi could yet feature in this season's Six Nations after the centre's latest setback in an injury-blighted career ruled him out of Saturday's match against Wales.

Russian Grand Prix cancelled in wake of Ukraine crisis: Formula One

The Russian Grand Prix scheduled for September 25 has been cancelled in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the sport's owners Formula One announced on Friday.

West Ham to face Sevilla in Europa League last 16

West Ham United will play Sevilla in the last 16 of the Europa League following Friday's draw which also saw Barcelona paired with Turkish giants Galatasaray and Rangers with former European Cup winners Red Star Belgrade.

Paris to host UEFA Champions League final stripped from Saint Petersburg

Paris will host this season's Champions League final after Saint Petersburg was stripped of the match due to Russia's military invasion of Ukraine, UEFA announced on Friday.

Century-maker Erwee says South Africa 'on top' against New Zealand

A bold call by South Africa to bat first in the second Test against New Zealand paid dividends Friday with the tourists 238 for three, including a maiden century to Sarel Erwee, at stumps on day one.

Zverev fined $40,000 over outburst that saw him tossed from Acapulco ATP event

World number three Alexander Zverev, who was thrown out of the Mexico Open at Acapulco this week after repeatedly smashing his racquet against the umpire's chair, was fined $40,000 by the ATP on Thursday.

DeRozan fuels Bulls win, Warriors rout Trail Blazers

DeMar DeRozan notched his eighth straight game with at least 35 points to power the Chicago Bulls to a 112-108 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Thursday as the NBA returned to action after its All-Star break.

Australia 'comfortable' with security on eve of Pakistan tour

Test skipper Pat Cummins said on Friday his team were "comfortable" with security arrangements and excited by what lies ahead, as Australia prepare to jet into Pakistan on their first tour since 1998.

Erwee maiden ton as South Africa take day one honours against New Zealand