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Sydney-Hobart race fleet sets sail, storms forecast
More than 100 yachts set off on the annual Sydney-Hobart race Tuesday, with storms and hail threatening to lash sailors in one of the world's most gruelling ocean events.
Pakistan remove Warner and Khawaja before rain hits 2nd Test
Pakistan removed openers David Warner and Usman Khawaja on day one of the second Test in Melbourne to leave the match finely poised before rain arrived and tea was taken early on Tuesday.
Khawaja sports shoes with daughters' names in Pakistan Test
Australia's Usman Khawaja wore shoes marked with his daughters' names as he batted against Pakistan on Tuesday, after he had earlier been banned from sporting footwear with a statement about respecting human rights in Gaza.
Pele 'would have been sad' at state of Brazil team, says son
Pele "would have been sad" at the state of the current Brazilian national team, his son Edinho has told AFP in an interview days before the first anniversary of his death on Friday.
Defense stars as Raiders stun Chiefs
The Las Vegas Raiders defense produced two touchdowns in a matter of seconds on Monday to key a 20-14 upset at Kansas City that put the Chiefs' bid to lock up the AFC West division title on hold.
Pakistan snare Warner on cusp of lunch in 2nd Test
Opener David Warner was out for 38 on the stroke of lunch as Australia battled to 90-1 on day one of the second Test against Pakistan in Melbourne on Tuesday.
Celtics feast on Lakers home court in classic NBA Christmas clash
The Boston Celtics used a hot start and a strong finish to put away the Los Angeles Lakers 126-115 on Monday in a Christmas clash of storied NBA franchises.
Nuggets down Warriors, Knicks spring Christmas surprise on Bucks
Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic put on a show in the Denver Nuggets' 120-114 victory over Golden State on Monday, as the New York Knicks launched the NBA's Christmas slate with an upset over the Milwaukee Bucks.
Brunson shines as Knicks topple Bucks
Jalen Brunson scored 38 points as the New York Knicks finally got the better of Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, halting the Bucks seven-game NBA win streak with a 129-122 victory at Madison Square Garden.
Mullins eyes third King George with Allaho
Allaho bids to give legendary Irish trainer Willie Mullins a third win in an intriguing renewal of the prestigious King George VI Chase at Kempton Park on Tuesday.
Australia unchanged for 2nd Test, Pakistan drop veteran Ahmed
Australia named an unchanged XI on Monday for the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as they look to seal the series against Pakistan, who dropped veteran wicketkeeper-batter Sarfaraz Ahmed.
Surfing Santas ride waves, raise funds in Florida
Santas of all stripes descended on Florida's Cocoa Beach this Christmas Eve -- not to deliver presents, but to ride some waves and raise funds for a good cause.
British billionaire Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25 percent of Man Utd
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has agreed a deal to buy a 25 percent stake in Manchester United for about $1.3 billion, vowing to return the Premier League club to the "top of world football".
Man Utd: Triumphs, tragedy and trophies
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's deal to buy a 25 percent stake in Manchester United is the latest twist in the remarkable story of one of the world's most famous football clubs.
INEOS's sports portfolio: F1 to sailing
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has expanded his sports portfolio by buying a 25 percent stake in Manchester United.
Jim Ratcliffe: Man Utd fan turned part-owner
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe already has interests in football, Formula One and cycling. He now owns a slice of his boyhood club, Manchester United.
INEOS's Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25 percent of Man Utd
INEOS chairman Jim Ratcliffe has agreed a deal to buy 25 percent of Manchester United for about £1.25 billion ($1.6 billion) and will take control of the Premier League club's football operations, it was announced on Sunday.
Wolves inflict Christmas misery on Chelsea
Wolves inflicted a fourth defeat in six matches on Chelsea on Sunday, beating the London side 2-1 in the first Christmas Eve Premier League match since 1995.
Khawaja denied permission to have peace symbol on bat: reports
Australia's Usman Khawaja has been denied permission to place a peace symbol on his bat and shoes for the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan, reports said Sunday.
Rudolph brings Christmas gift to Steelers, Bills maintain push
The Pittsburgh Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive and severely damaged the Cincinnati Bengals' chances of making the NFL post-season with a 34-11 win over their AFC North rivals on Saturday.
Pistons slump to record-equalling 26th NBA defeat
The Detroit Pistons matched an NBA single-season mark for futility on Saturday, slumping to a 26th straight defeat in a 126-115 loss to the Nets in Brooklyn.
Joshua too strong for Wallin as Parker outpoints Wilder
Former world champions Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker re-established their heavyweight title credentials with victories on the same Riyadh bill on Saturday.
Rudolph brings Christmas gift to Steelers with win over Bengals
The Pittsburgh Steelers kept their playoff hopes alive and severely damaged the Cincinnati Bengals' chances of making the NFL post-season with a 34-11 win over their AFC North rivals on Saturday.
Padres sign Japanese pitcher Matsui to five-year MLB deal
Yuki Matsui, a three-time season saves leader in Japan's Pacific League, signed a five-year Major League Baseball contract with the San Diego Padres, the US club announced on Saturday.
Joshua stops Wallin after five rounds of heavyweight clash
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua proved too strong for Otto Wallin notching a technical knockout after five rounds of their non-title fight in Riyadh on Saturday.
Joshua stops Wallin in five rounds in heavyweight clash
Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua proved too strong for Otto Wallin with a technical knockout after five rounds of their non-title fight in Riyadh on Saturday.
Pakistan injury woes mount with Ahmed out of second Australia Test
Pakistan's injury woes went from bad to worse Sunday with off-spinner Abrar Ahmed the third player in as many days to be ruled out of the second Test against Australia.
Parker overpowers Wilder in unanimous heavyweight decision win
Joseph Parker outboxed fellow former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in a unanimous points decision win in Riyadh on Saturday.
Bucks stretch NBA win streak to seven while Celtics rip Clippers
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points to lead the Milwaukee over New York 130-111 on Saturday, stretching the Bucks' NBA win streak to seven games.
Leaders Inter keep Juve at bay, Napoli collapse at Roma
Inter Milan maintained their four-point lead at the top of Serie A with Saturday's 2-0 win over Lecce, as Napoli crashed to a 2-0 defeat at Roma which the troubled champions finished with nine men.
Liverpool's draw with Arsenal marred by Tsimikas injury: Klopp
Jurgen Klopp admitted Liverpool's gripping 1-1 draw against Premier League title rivals Arsenal was marred by the serious injured suffered by Kostas Tsimikas when the Reds defender collided with his manager.
Bucks stretch NBA win streak to seven by routing New York
Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 28 points to lead the Milwaukee over New York 130-111 on Saturday, stretching the Bucks NBA win streak to seven games.