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Chess confirmed for Esports World Cup 2027 as Magnus Carlsen targets third title
The Esports Foundation and Chess.com have partnered to return the sport to Riyadh for a third consecutive year.

Crystal Palace sack manager Pierre Sage after 16 games
The Premier League club has parted ways with the French manager following a difficult start to the season that leaves them at the bottom of the table.

Mirra Andreeva beats Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 6-0 to reach WTA Finals semifinals
The 19‑year‑old French Open champion stormed past the world No 2 in 62 minutes to clinch the Group 2 title in Los Angeles.

Kylian Mbappe ruled out of France Nations League match against Italy
France captain Kylian Mbappe will miss the Nations League clash in Milan due to a hamstring problem.

Liverpool City Region launches legacy fund for 2027 Tour de France Grand Départ
Community organisations can now apply for grants to support cycling projects ahead of the region hosting the Tour de France stage finish next July.

Kyle Larson secures third Nascar Cup Series title
The Hendrick Motorsports driver clinched his third championship in six years after a dominant season, becoming the first repeat winner since 2010.

Real Madrid beat Valencia 3-0 as Mbappe, Valverde and Guler score
Real Madrid secured a comfortable victory at the Mestalla against 10-man Valencia to maintain their momentum in La Liga.

Gael Monfils named France Davis Cup captain following retirement
The former world number six takes over the non-playing role from Paul-Henri Mathieu after ending his 22-year career.

Carlos Alcaraz beats Taylor Fritz at Paris Masters to secure Rafael Jodar’s ATP Finals spot
Carlos Alcaraz saved two match points to defeat Taylor Fritz 6-7 (10-12) 7-5 6-3 at the Paris Masters on Friday.

WTA accepts responsibility after Jessica Pegula’s private comments are live-streamed
The Women's Tennis Association has apologised after a courtside microphone captured and broadcast private criticisms made by Jessica Pegula during a practice session.
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Arsenal face defensive concern over Ezri Konsa as William Saliba nears return
Manager Mikel Arteta is monitoring Ezri Konsa's fitness after the defender was substituted against Slavia Prague, while William Saliba is back in contention.

Gen.G sweep LYON to reach Worlds 2026 semi-finals
The LCK top seed secured a dominant victory in Texas to eliminate North America's final representative and set up a clash with Invictus Gaming.

Victor Wembanyama leads Spurs to narrow win over Mavericks with 52-point haul
The San Antonio star recorded a historic stat line of 52 points, 24 rebounds, and eight blocks to secure a 112-111 victory against Dallas.

Como thrash Lens 9-1 to set Champions League record
Italian side Como secured the biggest away win in modern Champions League history with a dominant performance against Lens in France.

Federico Valverde strikes in stoppage time to give Real Madrid 3-2 win at AEK Athens
Real Madrid preserved their 100 percent record in the UEFA Champions League after overcoming AEK Athens.
