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Top four in the world set for US Open women's semi-final showdown

Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka will bid to move one step closer to a third straight US Open title when she faces familiar foe ‌Jessica Pegula, while Elena Rybakina will take on home favourite Coco Gauff in the semi-finals on…

England dominates as Pakistan is bowled out for 133 on first day of third test at Edgbaston

England took a commanding position in the third test against Pakistan, bowling them out for 133 and reaching 156-4 by stumps on day one. Josh Tongue led with four wickets.

World Cup’s 7ft 3in teen sensation leaves rivals scrambling

Opponents admit defending China’s 19-year-old star Zhang Ziyu is unlike anything they have ever faced before.

Who needs a forward? Arsenal might, but not while Ødegaard keeps delivering

Having Martin Ødegaard at his best could be the key to Arsenal winning the Champions League, transfer window misses notwithstanding.

Alleged victim 'forgives' Antonio Brown, won't take part in prosecution

The alleged victim in Antonio Brown's second-degree attempted murder case said he has decided to "forgive" the former NFL star and "does not wish to participate" in his prosecution.

Nigerian football paying price for getting basics wrong — Yemi Idowu

Football administrator Yemi Idowu discusses the crisis in Nigerian football, calling for sweeping reforms from the grassroots to fix the NFF’s problems. Read More…

Gauff celebrates breakthrough success of Black Americans at US Open

Alonso 'takes responsibility' as Chelsea subs rescue cup hopes

Chelsea get the better of Leeds in a cup thriller, but Blues boss Xabi Alonso has food for thought after needing rescue act from his star substitutes.

Papers: Liverpool eye January swoop for Chelsea and Man Utd midfield target

The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers...

Prince William launches suicide prevention toolkit for sport

Prince William will bring together leading figures from across sport on Thursday to launch a new first-of-its-kind suicide prevention toolkit designed to help organisations recognise warning signs and support those at risk.

Dembélé, Torres star as PSG score 6 to launch UCL defense

Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé scored titleholder Paris Saint-Germain's first goals of the new Champions League campaign, and his first goals the season, when he netted twice in a 6-1 home win against Slovan Bratislava on Wednesday.

Khachanov back to US Open semi-finals with walkover