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Missing climber Nirmal Purja redefined mountaineering
Acclaimed British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja, who is missing after an avalanche on Pakistan's Broad Peak, is a trailblazer who summited the world's tallest mountains and smashed records.
Baresi -- the 'Johan Cruyff of defenders'
Franco Baresi, the iconic sweeper and captain who embodied AC Milan's dominance in the 1980s and 1990s and was widely regarded as one of the greatest defenders in football history, has died aged 66.
Legendary Italian football defender Franco Baresi has died: AC Milan
Italian defender Franco Baresi, the captain of AC Milan in the 1980s and 1990s when they won three European Cups and six Italian league titles, has died at the age of 66, the club announced on Friday.
Alonso says new Chelsea signing Lacroix has 'winner's mentality'
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso Friday said new signing Maxence Lacroix has a winner's mentality and will boost their defensive line, hailing his "strong personality".
World Cup must be kept out of private hands: Chelsea manager Alonso
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso said on Friday football must be kept out of private hands and remain "for the people" after FIFA proposed selling a stake in the business operations of the World Cup.
Ferrand-Prevot bids to defend Tour de France Femmes title
Pauline Ferrand-Prevot begins the Tour de France Femmes this weekend determined to repeat last year's triumph, but the Frenchwoman faces a tough challenge in a field headed by in-form Dutch rival Demi Vollering.
Casemiro keen to team with Messi at Miami
Brazil star Casemiro sang the praises of new Inter Miami teammate Lionel Messi on Thursday, calling his former La Liga rival a "god of football."
De Minaur beats teen Hewitt in all-Aussie Washington clash
A clinical Alex de Minaur defeated fellow Australian Cruz Hewitt 6-2, 6-3 on Thursday to reach the quarter-finals in his Washington Open title defense.
Davies completes Commonwealth double in 5,000m, LaFond leaps to historic Dominica gold
Australia's Rose Davies completed a 5,000 and 10,000 metre double in Glasgow as Olympic triple jump champion Thea LaFond finally landed gold in her fourth Commonwealth Games on Thursday.
De Minaur beats teen Hewitt in Washington all-Aussie clash
A clinical Alex de Minaur defeated fellow Australian Cruz Hewitt 6-2, 6-3 on Thursday, progressing to the quarter-finals as he seeks to defend his Washington Open crown.
Thitikul leads from history-chasing Ryu at women's British Open
Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul made the perfect start to her quest for a first major at the women's British Open with a record-setting 64 to sit two shots clear at seven under par.
England's Stones joins Inter Milan on free transfer
England centre-back John Stones has joined Inter Milan on a free transfer after spending 10 years with Manchester City, the Italian champions announced on Thursday.
UEFA says will boycott World Cup if FIFA pushes private investor proposal
European football's governing body UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup should FIFA press ahead with its private investor plan.
UEFA says will boycott World Cup over FIFA proposals
European football's governing body UEFA said Thursday it would boycott the World Cup should FIFA press ahead with its private investor plan.
Rashford says final goodbye to Barcelona ahead of Man Utd return
Marcus Rashford thanked Barcelona for "special memories" as he prepares to return to Manchester United with his future still uncertain.
Djokovic to make return at Cincinnati Masters
Former world number one Novak Djokovic said Thursday he would make his return to competition at the Cincinnati Masters next month, almost a month after he crashed out of the Wimbledon semi-finals at the hands of Jannik Sinner.
History-chasing Ryu sets pace at women's British Open
Ryu Hae-ran sank six birdies in an opening round of 66 as she made a strong start to her bid to win a third straight major at the women's British Open on Thursday.
Atletico complain to FIFA over Barca's Alvarez approach
Barcelona have received a complaint from Atletico Madrid filed with FIFA over allegedly tapping up Julian Alvarez, a source from the Catalan club told AFP Thursday.
Howe set to leave Newcastle, with Al-Ahli's Jaissle to take over: reports
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is reportedly set to make a shock exit from St James' Park, with Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle lined up to take charge of the Premier League club.
Grealish hits back over Man City tour snub claims
Jack Grealish has hit back at claims that he was snubbed by Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca for the club's pre-season tour.
Chelsea sign France defender Lacroix from Crystal Palace
Chelsea signed France defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace in a deal worth a reported £52 million ($69 million) on Thursday.
Root named England Test captain, Fleming appointed coach
Joe Root was named as England Test captain for a second spell on Thursday, with ex-New Zealand skipper Stephen Fleming appointed as head coach.
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe leaves club: reports
Eddie Howe is leaving his role as Newcastle manager after five years at St James' Park, the BBC and Sky reported on Thursday.
India's history-making stand-in cricket captain Rahane retires
India's Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday, bringing the curtain down on a career highlighted by his leadership during a remarkable 2021 Test series victory in Australia.
South Korea coach Hong grilled by MPs over World Cup flop
Former South Korea football coach Hong Myung-bo told lawmakers Thursday that he took "full responsibility" for his team's failure to advance from their group at the World Cup.
Son at the double as MLS All-Stars beat Liga MX 4-3
Son Heung-min scored twice to lead the Major League Soccer All-Stars to a 4-3 win over their Liga MX counterparts on Wednesday in the MLS All-Star Game in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Australia ask for more information on FIFA sell-off plan
Football Australia on Thursday said they had asked for more details from FIFA on the proposal to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup so they can better understand the implications.
Stokes should return for 'one more Ashes': Australia coach McDonald
Australia coach Andrew McDonald says Ben Stokes has "a lot of good cricket left in him" and believes England's new Test coach should lure him of international retirement for the Ashes.
Ngumoha scores as Liverpool beat Wrexham 1-0 in New York friendly
Liverpool won their second straight match under new coach Andoni Iraolo as they beat Wrexham 1-0 in a pre-season friendly at Yankee Stadium in New York on Wednesday.
De Zerbi wants Bergvall at Spurs, but can't promise starting role
Roberto De Zerbi said he wants in-demand midfielder Lucas Bergvall to stay at Tottenham, but cannot guarantee the Sweden World Cup player a starting role.
De Minaur tops Tsitsipas to set up Hewitt clash in Washington
Alex de Minaur launched his Washington Open title defense with a 6-4, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas on Wednesday to set an all-Australian clash with teen Cruz Hewitt.
Messi returns to Miami training after World Cup break
Lionel Messi returned to training with his US club side Inter Miami on Wednesday, 10 days after losing the World Cup final with Argentina.