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Badminton looks to future with 'evolution and innovation'
Synthetic shuttlecocks, shorter games and a new generation of stars are all part of the "evolution" of badminton, a top official told AFP, saying the sport can't afford to sit still.
Spurs thrash Timberwolves as Knicks edge Sixers in NBA playoffs
Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs thrashed the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-95 to level their NBA playoff series as the New York Knicks edged Philadelphia for a 2-0 lead Wednesday.
Toluca rout Son's LAFC to set up all-Mexican CONCACAF final
Son Heung-min's Los Angeles FC were thrashed 4-0 in Wednesday's second leg by Deportivo Toluca to set up an all-Mexican CONCACAF Champions Cup final.
Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double with Pellizzari boosting home hopes
Jonas Vingegaard will make his Giro d'Italia debut on Friday when he begins his bid to win both the Italian Grand Tour and the Tour De France in the same year, thus emulating his great rival Tadej Pogacar.
Roma's Champions League return back on as Milan, Juve wobble
Roma have a return to the Champions League firmly within their sights ahead of Sunday's trip to Parma as both Juventus and AC Milan's hope's of finishing in Serie A's top four are threatened by the resurgent capital club.
Australia cricket great Warner to 'accept' drink-drive charge: lawyer
Australian cricket star David Warner will "accept responsibility" for drink-driving, his lawyer told reporters on Thursday after a Sydney court hearing.
Brunson steers Knicks to 2-0 lead with tight win over Sixers
Jalen Brunson spearheaded a late surge as the New York Knicks edged a razor-tight NBA playoff clash against the Philadelphia 76ers 108-102 to take a 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference semi-final series on Wednesday.
Williamson named in New Zealand squad for Ireland, England Tests
Kane Williamson will continue his pursuit of 10,000 Test runs after being named Thursday in New Zealand's squad to play Ireland and England in May and June.
PSG add muscle to magic as another Champions League final beckons
Paris Saint-Germain have been the most thrilling outfit in Europe over the last year but Luis Enrique's side showed another side to their game as they held off Bayern Munich on Wednesday to reach a second straight Champions League final.
Tigers' pitcher Valdez suspended for hitting opponent
Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez was handed a six-game suspension and given an undisclosed fine from Major League Baseball on Wednesday for intentionally throwing a pitch at Boston Red Sox star Trevor Story.
Bayern lament lack of 'killer' instinct after PSG elimination
Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer bemoaned his side's lack of killer instinct in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final elimination at the hands of holders Paris Saint-Germain.
Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final
Holders Paris Saint-Germain set up a Champions League final against Arsenal after a 1-1 second-leg draw at Bayern Munich secured a 6-5 aggregate victory on Wednesday.
Kentucky Derby-winner Golden Tempo to skip Preakness Stakes
Kentucky Derby-winner Golden Tempo will not run in the Preakness Stakes, history-making trainer Cherie DeVaux said Wednesday, dashing hopes of a Triple Crown challenge in 2026.
No timeline for injury return for 'frustrated' Doncic
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic says it's still unclear when he'll return from a hamstring strain that has sidelined him for the team's NBA playoff campaign.
Diallo says Manchester United squad happy if Carrick stays
Amad Diallo has no doubt "everyone" at Manchester United would be pleased to see Michael Carrick carry on as head coach next season.
'Motivated' McIlroy ready to tee it up for first time since second Masters win
Rory McIlroy says he's "more motivated" than ever after bagging his second Masters title to take his tally of major championships to six.
Klaasen knock fires Hyderabad top of IPL
South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen smacked 69 to help Sunrisers Hyderabad climb to the top of the IPL table with a convincing 33-run win over Punjab Kings on Wednesday.
Villa's future is bright even if Europa dream ends: Emery
Unai Emery said Wednesday his Aston Villa side can still challenge for silverware in future even if they fall short in their Europa League semi-final against Nottingham Forest.
Departing Glasner wants no sadness as Palace eye European glory
Oliver Glasner has insisted that "now is not the time to get melancholic" as he tries to guide Crystal Palace to their first major European trophy before leaving the club at the end of the season.
Seixas targets victory in Tour warm-up race
Budding French star Paul Seixas said on Wednesday he is aiming to win the main preparation race ahead of July's Tour de France.
FIFA extends Prestianni ban worldwide
FIFA announced on Wednesday it had extended Gianluca Prestianni's suspension worldwide after the Benfica winger was originally banned by European football's governing body UEFA.
Forest to make late decision on Gibbs-White fitness for Villa Europa semi
Nottingham Forest will make a late call on Morgan Gibbs-White's fitness as they prepare for the second leg of their Europa League semi-final at Aston Villa on Thursday.
Simeone, Atletico at crossroads after Arsenal Champions League KO
Arsenal's Champions League elimination of Atletico Madrid condemned Diego Simeone's side to a fifth straight season without silverware, inevitably raising questions over the Argentine coach's future.
Asia football fans sweat on broadcast rights as World Cup nears
Swathes of football-mad Asia from China and India to Malaysia and Thailand are yet to confirm broadcast rights for the biggest-ever World Cup with kick-off barely one month away.
Strasbourg on verge of European final amid fan displeasure at owners BlueCo
Strasbourg could this week reach the first European final in their history, at the end of a turbulent season for the club which belongs to the same BlueCo consortium that owns Chelsea.
Thunder overpower Lakers, Pistons down Cavs
The Oklahoma City Thunder overpowered LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 on Tuesday to grab a 1-0 lead in their NBA Western Conference semi-final series.
Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Tuesday defended World Cup ticket prices, insisting that football's global governing body was obliged to take advantage of US laws that allow tickets to be resold for thousands of dollars above face value.
Pistons hold off Cavs to win series-opener
Cade Cunningham scored 23 points as the Detroit Pistons held off a second-half rally to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 and take a 1-0 lead in their NBA Eastern Conference semi-final playoff series on Tuesday.
Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Delivers Record $2.7 Billion in Retail Sales for 2025, Targets $4 Billion and 1,500 U.S. Polo Assn. Stores
WEST PALM BEACH, FL / ACCESS Newswire / May 6, 2026 / USPA Global, the company that manages U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), today announced that the global sports brand has delivered a record $2.7 billion in worldwide retail sales in 2025, reflecting strong momentum across global markets, channels, and product categories. U.S. Polo Assn. is advancing toward a long‑term goal of $4 billion in global retail sales and 1,500 branded stores worldwide.
Arsenal on cusp of history after reaching Champions League final
Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to use the "energy and belief" generated by reaching the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as fuel to complete an historic double.
Wembanyama accused of 'obvious' illegal blocking
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama was accused Tuesday by the Minnesota Timberwolves of repeated illegal goaltending violations during their first NBA playoff clash.
NFL star Diggs cleared of assaulting personal chef
Former New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs was acquitted Tuesday of charges that he assaulted his live-in personal chef.