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McIlroy looking for answers after squandered Masters lead
Rory McIlroy headed for the Augusta National practice range after a disappointing second round erased a six-stroke edge on Saturday and left him tied for the lead at the Masters.
McIlroy and Young share lead after Masters third round
Rory McIlroy charged back late after squandering a six-stroke edge to share the 54-hole lead with Cameron Young at the Masters on Saturday after a wild third round.
Lavelle marks 100th cap with goal in US win over Japan
Rose Lavelle celebrated her 100th international cap with a goal and set up another as the United States beat Japan 2-1 in the first of two friendlies between the two women’s international football powerhouses on Saturday.
Artemis crew urges unity on 'lifeboat' Earth
Artemis II astronauts expressed awe on Saturday over their record-setting lunar flyby mission, urging unity on Earth after witnessing the planet's isolation like a "lifeboat" in space.
US, Iran talks extend into second day as strait showdown deepens
Top-level peace talks between the United States and Iran entered a second day early Sunday, as Washington piled pressure by saying it had sent minesweeping ships through the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Former heavyweight king Fury outpoints Makhmudov, calls out Joshua
Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury marked his return to the ring with a unanimous points win over Arslanbek Makhmudov on Saturday before immediately challenging Anthony Joshua to a 'Battle of Britain' super fight.
Former heavyweight king Fury outpoints Makhmudov on ring return
Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury marked his return to the ring with a comprehensive and unanimous points win over Arslanbek Makhmudov at London's Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday.
US says warships transit Strait of Hormuz in mine clearance op
Two US Navy warships transited the Strait of Hormuz to begin clearing Iranian-laid mines, US Central Command said Saturday -- a claim Tehran denied as the Revolutionary Guards threatened to deal "severely" with military vessels crossing the strategic waterway.
Two-time champ Scheffler surges up Masters leaderboard
Scottie Scheffler made Moving Day count at the Masters on Saturday, firing his lowest round ever at Augusta National to climb into contention for a third green jacket.
McIlroy scrambles to hold off rivals and keep Masters lead
Rory McIlroy clung to a two-stroke lead after the front nine in Saturday's third round of the Masters, scrambling with a host of challengers in hot pursuit at Augusta National.
Milan's Serie A title hopes in tatters after shock Udinese defeat, Juve fourth
AC Milan relinquished any remaining hope of winning the Serie A title on Saturday after falling to a shock 3-0 home defeat by Udinese, while Juventus beat Atalanta 1-0 to move into the Champions League positions.
Easter truce between Russia and Ukraine falters
Ukraine's military command accused Russia of repeatedly violating a truce to mark the Orthodox Easter Saturday with nearly 470 incidents ranging from air strikes and drone attacks to shelling.
US warships transit Strait of Hormuz in mine clearance op
Two US Navy warships have transited the Strait of Hormuz to begin clearing the strategic waterway of mines laid by Iran, US Central Command said Saturday -- a claim denied by Tehran.
Playoff seedings on line as grueling NBA regular-season comes to close
The NBA regular season concludes on Sunday with 10 post-season seedings still to be determined and the Denver Nuggets facing a big decision regarding three-time Most Valuable Player Nikola Jokic.
Ngumoha's 'special' impact no surprise to Slot
Arne Slot said Rio Ngumoha is ready to be thrown into any situation after scoring his first Anfield goal in a 2-0 win over Fulham on Saturday, which eased the rising pressure on the Liverpool boss.
Arsenal suffer major title blow as Liverpool earn vital win
Arsenal's shock 2-1 defeat by Bournemouth on Saturday blew the Premier League title race wide open, as Liverpool beat Fulham to boost their chances of qualifying for next season's Champions League.
US, Iran hold high-level peace talks in Pakistan
American and Iranian officials were holding face-to-face talks in Pakistan on Saturday, the most significant since the 1979 Islamic revolution as the foes try to end a war that plunged the Middle East into violence and rocked the world economy.
Over 200 arrested at pro-Palestinian rally in London
Police in London said they had arrested more 200 pro-Palestinian protesters Saturday at a demonstration in support of the banned group Palestine Action.
McIlroy tees off with six-stroke Masters lead
Rory McIlroy was well in command as he teed off in Saturday's third round of the Masters after grabbing a record six-stroke lead through 36 holes at Augusta National.
Record-breaking Bayern march closer to Bundesliga title
Bayern Munich romped to a 5-0 win at St Pauli on Saturday, breaking a 54-year Bundesliga goalscoring record and moving to within touching distance of a 35th league crown.
World champions England make winning start to Women's Six Nations
World champions England launched their Women's Six Nations title defence with a comfortable, if not completely convincing, 33-12 win over Ireland at Twickenham on Saturday.
Yamal shines as Barca thrash Espanyol to extend Liga lead
Lamine Yamal set up two goals and scored another as Barcelona took a significant step towards defending their La Liga title with a 4-1 derby win over Espanyol on Saturday.
Drean double sets Toulon up for Champions Cup semi against Leinster
France wing Gael Drean scored two first-half tries as three-time champions Toulon edged Glasgow 22-19 at the Scotstoun Stadium on Saturday to set up a Champions Cup semi-final meeting with Leinster.
Salah, Ngumoha ease Liverpool crisis with Fulham win
Liverpool's rising star and departing legend combined to ease the pressure on Arne Slot as goals from teenager Rio Ngumoha and Mohamed Salah beat Fulham 2-0, snapping the Reds' three-game losing streak on Saturday.
Arsenal suffer huge title blow as Liverpool earn vital win
Arsenal's shock 2-1 defeat by Bournemouth on Saturday blew the Premier League title race wide open as Liverpool beat Fulham to boost their chances of qualifying for next season's Champions League.
Samson smashes hundred as Chennai notch first win of IPL season
Sanju Samson smashed a hundred to lead Chennai Super Kings to their first win of the IPL season after three straight defeats as they beat Delhi Capitals by 23 runs on Saturday.
Bayern Munich set Bundesliga record with 102nd goal of season
Bayern Munich broke a 54-year Bundesliga goalscoring record on Saturday, with Leon Goretzka's 53rd-minute strike against St Pauli bringing the league leaders' tally to 102 goals this season.
Milan's Serie A title hopes in tatters after shock Udinese defeat
AC Milan relinquished any remaining hope of winning the Serie A title on Saturday after falling to a shock 3-0 home defeat to Udinese.
Alcaraz and Sinner battle for No.1 spot in Monte Carlo final
Carlos Alcaraz teed up a blockbuster Monte Carlo Masters final with Jannik Sinner as the world's top two players will face off on Sunday for the number one ranking.
In fiery speech, Pope Leo says 'Enough to war!'
Pope Leo lashed out against warmongers on Saturday while calling on billions of people around the globe to embrace peace and "believe once again in love, moderation and good politics".
Andreeva to face Potapova in Linz WTA final
Russian top seed Mirra Andreeva eased into her second WTA final of the year with a straight-sets victory over Romania's Elena-Gabriela Ruse in Linz on Saturday.
Holders Italy, Britain into BJK Cup finals, USA knocked out
Two-time defending champions Italy won Saturday's decisive doubles rubber to sweep into the Billie Jean King Cup finals as the United States were dumped out by Belgium, with Ukraine, Spain, Britain and Kazakhstan all also advancing.