Jannik Sinner defeated Rafael Jodar in the Madrid Open quarter-finals, securing his spot in the semi-finals and becoming the sixth player to reach the semi-finals of all nine ATP 1000 Masters tournaments.
Brazil's World Cup Round of 32 meeting with Japan on Monday comes with the chance for revenge for Carlo Ancelotti's squad and a test of how far he has taken his team since a Tokyo collapse early in his tenure.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa drew with Deac Bogdan-Daniel, while Alireza Firouzja withdrew from the Super Chess Classic due to injury.
Venus Williams expresses her desire to participate in the French Open after competing on clay for the first time in five years at the Madrid Open, where she lost in the first round.
Brazil is preparing for their World Cup opener against Morocco without star forward Neymar, who is recovering from a calf injury.
Brazil's coach Carlo Ancelotti says Neymar could return for Scotland game and insists the team will work on improving as the tournament progresses.
Former Italy under-20 international Cristian Volpato has decided to represent Australia and will join the Socceroos' training camp in Los Angeles ahead of the World Cup, Football Australia said on Friday.
World number one Jannik Sinner brushed aside Britain's Cameron Norrie 6-2 7-5 on Tuesday to book a place in the Madrid Open quarterfinals, stretching his ATP Masters 1000 winning streak to 25 matches as the players avoided the worst of the heat.
Formula One championship leader Kimi Antonelli stayed ice-cool to win a chaotic Monaco Grand Prix and extend his run of victories this season to five on Sunday.
Belgium drew 1-1 with Egypt in their World Cup opener after Romelu Lukaku's second-half introduction led to an own goal. Egypt had taken an early lead through Emam Ashour, and despite Belgium's numerous chances, they struggled to equalise until Lukaku's impact. Both coaches reflected on the match, with Belgium's coach highlighting the importance of their next game against Iran, and Egypt's coach feeling his side was closer to victory.
Carlos Alcaraz has withdrawn from the Madrid Open for the second year in a row due to a wrist injury, impacting his preparations for the French Open.
Jannik Sinner received a favourable French Open draw while Novak Djokovic faces a challenging path. Coco Gauff and Aryna Sabalenka are set for a possible semi-final clash at Roland Garros.
Jannik Sinner's dedication to patience and control has transformed him into a formidable clay court player, making him a favourite for the French Open, even as he navigates the mental challenges of heightened expectations and a potential rematch with Carlos Alcaraz.
Despite initial challenges like unsold tickets and a rained-out fan festival, visitors are flocking to Toronto for the first-ever World Cup soccer match in Canada. Fans are drawn by factors such as lower drinking age compared to the US, cultural similarities, and Canada's diverse immigrant population, creating a unique and determined atmosphere for the tournament.
Top tennis players, including Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff, are considering a boycott of Grand Slam tournaments if they don't receive a larger share of the revenue. They are also seeking better representation, health options, and pensions.
Carlos Alcaraz has announced his withdrawal from Wimbledon due to a right wrist injury, also sidelining him from the Queen's Club Championships.
World number one Novak Djokovic earned his 1,000th tour-level victory by beating Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-3 on Saturday to reach the Italian Open final.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino addressed various issues ahead of the World Cup, defending the body's handling of visa challenges, stressing its inability to override government decisions, and highlighting efforts to ensure participation from all nations, including Iran. He also defended ticket pricing and expressed optimism for a competitive tournament focused on unity.
US President Donald Trump described Prime Minister Narendra Modi as 'a Great One', while Russia hailed him as the 'doyen of all Indian prime ministers' as world leaders congratulated him on becoming India's longest continuously serving elected representative at the top post.
US President Donald Trump and other top officials were evacuated unharmed from the annual dinner of the White House Correspondents' Association after a man armed with multiple weapons fired shots outside the hotel ballroom.
Defending champion Eugenio Chacarra is in a good position to contend for another Hero Indian Open title, while Freddy Schott leads after the first round. Veer Ahlawat is the best-placed Indian golfer.
Jannik Sinner defeated Frances Tiafoe in straight sets to reach the Miami Open semi-finals, continuing his quest for the 'Sunshine Double'.
Neymar has suffered a minor calf injury but is expected to recover in time to join Brazil's camp next week ahead of the World Cup starting on June 11 in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.
Iran's national soccer team will sleep in Mexico and travel to the US on the days of its three FIFA World Cup matches after Washington declined to host the squad for the tournament.
The sixth seed, a winner in Madrid last weekend for the second year in a row, will meet either Spain's French Open champion Garbine Muguruza or Ukraine's Elina Svitolina in Sunday's final.
Games open in Verona with calls for unity amid wars and athlete absences
Federico Cina of Italy defeated Felix Gill of Britain in a thrilling final to win the Maha Open ATP Challenger 75 Men's Tennis Championship in Pune.
Kyrgios was due to play Spain's Roberto Bautista Agut in the first round in Rome, but was replaced by lucky loser Alexandr Dolgopolov in the men's draw.
Akshay Bhatia, a three-time PGA Tour winner, is set to make his debut at the Hero Indian Open, fulfilling a long-held ambition to play in his parents' home country. The tournament features a strong field, including defending champion Eugenio Chacarra and Ryder Cup hero Francesco Molinari.
In the women's draw, Angelique Kerber was knocked out in a 6-3, 6-1 defeat to Czech Katerina Siniakova while Coco Gauf won her first ever match on clay.
Jannik Sinner, the world number one, showcased his dominance by defeating Alexander Zverev in straight sets to win the Madrid Open, marking his fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.
Clinical Italy trounce Nepal by 10 wickets to record maiden win in T20 World Cup
World number one Dinara Safina gained swift revenge over Svetlana Kuznetsova on Saturday, thrashing her fellow Russian 6-3, 6-2 to win the Italian Open in their second consecutive final meeting.
The Milano Cortina Winter Olympics commenced with a vibrant opening ceremony, showcasing Italian culture and athletic spirit, while also highlighting global political tensions through crowd reactions and protests.
Yuvraj Sandhu was the only Indian golfer to make the cut at the Estrella Damm Catalunya Championship, while Shubhankar Sharma and Veer Ahlawat missed the cut. Stefano Mazzoli and Lucas Bjerregaard lead the tournament.
Carlo Ancelotti has recalled Neymar to Brazil's squad for next month's FIFA World Cup, backing the veteran forward's fitness and experience despite his injury-disrupted recent years.
The Serbian had to save two set points in the first set before finding his groove to reach his 10th title clash in Rome and remain on course to win his 36th ATP Masters 1000 crown and overtake Rafael Nadal on the all-time list.
Carlos Alcaraz will not defend his French Open title next month after tests on his injured wrist revealed he would not be ready in time, the world number two said on Friday.
Nadal committed 30 unforced errors to Schwartzman's 17 and had his serve broken five times.
World number one Jannik Sinner powered into the Madrid Open final with a 6-2, 6-4 victory over Arthur Fils on Friday, keeping alive his bid for a record fifth successive ATP Masters 1000 title.
