Jalen Brunson's 45-point masterpiece propelled the New York Knicks to their first NBA title in 53 years, but his biggest contribution to ending the drought may have come two years ago.

Portugal midfielder Vitinha said on Saturday his talented side were full of quality but denied they were favourites for the World Cup.

Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu said that she is back to her best after the British star won twice in the space of just six hours to earn a Queen's Club final clash with Croatia's Donna Vekic.Raducanu reached the first grass-court final of her career by thrashing American sixth seed Iva Jovic

US tennis great Serena Williams, on the comeback trail nearly four years after retiring, will partner Czech Karolina Muchova in the doubles at next week's Berlin Open grass court tournament.

"One can't find live World Cup on TV in Taiwan island" has become one of the most discussed topics related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup on social media platform Weibo over the weekend. Mainland netizens are now inviting fans from the island to come to mainland and watch the World Cup for free, after

The 23rd edition of the tournament, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is the first to feature an expanded format of 48 teams. It is also the first World Cup to be co-hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the US. Having kicked off on June 11, the tournament is set to run until July 19.

Morocco manager Mohamed Ouahbi said his side had laid down an early World Cup marker after a 1-1 draw with Brazil on Saturday, declaring his team was capable of more.

Qatar grabbed its first point at the FIFA World Cup after drawing 1-1 with Switzerland in Group B on Saturday, thanks to Miro Muheim's late own goal.

Nestory Irankunda (R) of Australia celebrates his score during the group D match between Australia and Türkiye at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Meng Yongmin)Nestory Irankunda (L) of Australia celebrates his score during the group D match between Australia and Türkiye at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Meng Yongmin)Nestory Irankunda (R) of Australia celebrates his score during the group D match between Australia and Türkiye at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Meng Yongmin)Paul Okon-Engstler (L) of Australia vies with Arda Guler of Türkiye during the group D match between Australia and Türkiye at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Meng Yongmin)Alessandro Circati (back) of Australia vies with Baris Alper Yilmaz of Türkiye during the group D match between Australia and Türkiye at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Meng Yongmin)Alessandro Circati (top L) of Australia fights for the head ball during the group D match between Australia and Türkiye at the 2026 FIFA World Cup at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, June 13, 2026. (Xinhua/Meng Yongmin)

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Veteran goalkeeper Manuel Neuer will start for Germany in its opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Curacao on Sunday after recovering from a calf injury, head coach Julian Nagelsmann confirmed on Saturday.

Scotland made a winning return to the FIFA World Cup stage after a 28-year absence, edging Haiti 1-0 in their Group C match on Saturday in front of a nearly full house at Boston Stadium.

Former Brazil international Oscar has revealed details of the heart condition that forced him to retire from professional football at the age of 34, while reflecting on his years in China and sharing his outlook for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Brazil settled for a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Friday, with Vinicius Junior scoring a crucial equalizer after the record five-time champions were outplayed for long stretches at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

French rider Valentin Debise secured a thrilling victory for China's ZXMOTO in Race 1 of the FIM Supersport World Championship Emilia-Romagna Round on Saturday, claiming his sixth win of the 2026 season and strengthening his position in the championship battle.The result lifted Debise to second

The New York Knicks completed a remarkable postseason run on Saturday night, defeating the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals to secure their first championship since 1973.