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Lionel Messi's bitterness, booed in last game at PSG: photos

The Argentine striker was protested by Paris Saint-Germain fans in the last game played in Paris

From Heroes to Cheaters: MLB stars who destroyed their reputation with steroids

Karim Benzema, goal and standing ovation for farewell: photos

The French striker scored on a penalty kick in his last game in a Real Madrid shirt.

2023 IOMTT: Birchall Brothers Break 120 MPH Sidecar Speed Record In Race 1

The unstoppable brothers Birchall broke the record on the way to claiming their 13th career Sidecar TT victory.

Karim 'the Dream' Benzema leaves Real Madrid

One Lotto player wins $1 million, 24 others claim over $14,000 - here's where the winning tickets were sold

It will be a night to remember for a lucky Lotto player from Porirua after winning $1 million on Saturday night. The winning Lotto ticket was sold on MyLotto to a player from Porirua. In Saturday's Strike 'Must Be Won draw', the $1 million jackpot was shared by two players from Auckland and Dunedin, who each take home $500,000. The winning Strike F...

Zlatan Ibrahimovic: all trophies won with clubs. Photo

The Swedish striker has played for many teams and won many trophies: most recently, the Scudetto with Milan.

Ex Wallaby closing in on allegiance switch for World Cup

Cancer survivor Christian Lealiifano hopes to pen another special chapter in his rollercoaster career with a 2023 Rugby World Cup appearance for Samoa.

Tonga coach Toutai Kefu has a plan to topple world number ones Ireland

Tongan coach Toutai Kefu has what he believes is the country's best assembly of World Cup talent, and a few tricks up his sleeve.

'Like a superpower': The difference between Henry, Hansen and Foster

The 2010s were as dominant of a decade as modern rugby has witnessed and that era was spearheaded by a trio of coaches who graduated from being each other's assistants.

Hickman details “unnerving” brake issues in Isle of Man TT Superbike race

Peter Hickman revealed he had to battle a quickshifter problem and an “unnerving” brake issue in Sunday’s 2023 Isle of Man TT Superbike race, in which he was second.

Adesanya unleashes on judges after teammate Kara-France's controversial UFC loss

"How many times will they rob athletes of their moments of glory, of [sic] their money, their livelihood for their family?"

Evans had to be a 'roadblock' to secure Jakarta FE podium

Jaguar’s Mitch Evans said he was forced to be a ‘roadblock’ in order to hold on to a podium finish in the Jakarta E-Prix.

Lappi frustrated to miss out on “big chance” for WRC victory in Italy

Esapekka Lappi declared Hyundai’s World Rally Championship 1-2 in Sardinia an "important team result”, but was left frustrated by not being able to fight for the win.

Super Rugby Pacific playoffs: No Kiwi derbies as quarter-finals locked in

Four NZ sides have progressed into the knockouts.

'Disgraceful': Doubles pair slammed for getting opponents defaulted for making ball girl cry

"I hope they have trouble falling asleep tonight."

White Ferns great among Kiwi athletes recognised in King's Birthday Honours

Amy Satterthwaite has followed in the footsteps of her late grandmother, who earned a Queen's Service Medal 30 years ago.

Simona Halep takes it out: 'they are killing my career'

Simona Halep, the strong Romanian tennis player and two-time Slam winner, once again denounces from her social pages what is happening to her. The former number one (from 2017 to 2018) is suspended for alleged doping for eight months and a hearing against her continues to be postponed.Officially suspended on 7 October 2022 after testing positive for roxadustat at the US Open in August, she is now accusing anti-doping bodies of damaging her record.

England name squad for U20 Championship

Lewis Chessum, brother of England senior international Ollie, is set to captain England under-20 at the World Rugby U20 Championship later this month after the 30-player squad was announced today.

Most famous sportsmen turned politicians: Top 15 in photos

Great sports talents who entered politics after the end of their competitive careers

2023 IOMTT: Dunlop Ties McGuinness For Second Most TT Wins Of All Time

With six more races to go in the 2023 IOMTT, what else will Michael Dunlop achieve?

Watch: Wily Hurricanes veteran Coles has last laugh over rival in Wellington farewell

The hometown hooker got inside Codie Taylor's head during Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Crusaders.

The Wild Life of 'Iron' Mike: Unbeliveable and shocking stories from boxing's hardest hitter

World's richest tennis players: top 15 assets

Ranking of the richest tennis players and former tennis players on the planet

Liverpool, deal done for the first purchase of the summer: photos

The Reds have struck a deal to strengthen the midfield at Jurgen Klopp's disposal

Hovland wins playoff to secure PGA win; Fox shares 30th place

Viktor Hovland made a massive birdie putt at the 17th hole and saved par on his first playoff hole to win the Memorial Tournament in Dublin, Ohio.

10 things we learned at the 2023 F1 Spanish Grand Prix

With a reversion to its classic layout and the risk of rain, the 2023 Spanish Grand Prix brought a refreshed challenge to Formula 1. Despite a familiar result, there were battles up and down the order as recovery missions and surprise presences in the points shook up the order. Here's what we learned

Doubles team disqualified after ball girl struck

Japan's Miyu Kato and Indonesia's Aldila Sutjiadi were disqualified from the French Open after Kato struck a ball between points, hitting a ball girl during their women's doubles match.

Gerard Piqué reveals secret of Messi

Gerard Piqué reveals secret of Messi

The 16 most popular cricket players: photos

The 16 most popular cricket players and former players on the planet

Mercedes: Uncertainties over W14 F1 car gone with new "baseline" in place

Mercedes says that uncertainties about what had gone wrong with its W14 Formula 1 car have now been taken off the table as it has new a "baseline" in place.

Superbike at Misano, umbrellas at work: photos from Romagna

Track weekend: lots of champions, lots of adrenaline, lots of people (ph. Fabio Fasanari).

A world champion wants to change teams. Images

The defender will not renew his contract with Benfica and from July will be free to move for free.

Edwards back following that black line in the pool

Swimmer Chelsey Edwards nearly gave the sport away twice, but with help from a pyschologist and a new training environment she's back competing for NZ Just weeks after moving cities for a new training environment, Aquablack Chelsey Edwards is off to her third World Aquatics swimming championships, in Japan, after being selected for the 4x100m mixed freestyle relay. But if it wasn’t for her high-performance sports psychologist, she would have...

Fairytale may not be over yet for Fitzpatrick

Departing Mystics captain Sulu Fitzpatrick ended her ANZ Premiership career on the highest note, but the fairytale may not end there - on the cusp of her first World Cup side for the Silver Ferns. “Everyone wants the fairytale but it can only happen to one team.” So reflected Stars coach Kiri Wills, denied the perfect ending for a second year running, as her Stars lost the ANZ Premiership grand final on Sunday to the Northern Mystics, 74-56. The...

The most iconic soccer players for each jersey number 1-10. Images

score90 elected the most iconic footballer for each jersey number from 1 to 10. Here is the list.

All the champions who could go and play in Saudi Arabia: pictures

The Saudi Football League is booming. After Cristiano Ronaldo, many other champions could try this new experience.

Crusaders confirm new coach to replace All Blacks-bound Robertson in 2024

Ex-loose forward Matt Todd will also return to his former side as an assistant.

Nienaber drops heavy selection hints ahead of Rugby Championship

Springbok coach Jacques Nienaber has a calculated selection strategy for South Africa’s build-up to the World Cup in France.

Dolphins duo face suspension, after dangerous tackles in Warriors victory

Prop Jarrod Wallace and half Anthony Milford may miss up to a month for their hits.

Ko drops from contention at Mizuho Americas Open with horror round

The Kiwi fell from third to 27th on the third day in New Jersey.

Ecclestone lashes out at Hamilton: "Maranello is not a retirement home"

"Lewis Hamilton in Ferrari? In recent days, more than one fan has been intrigued by this theory put forward by the 'Daily Mail', according to which the seven-time world champion Briton is in talks with Maranello to create a potential dream team with Charles Leclerc. The annual fee would be 40 million, according to the British newspaper. However, the rumour was denied by Hamilton himself, who will remain with Mercedes until the end of 2023. Even the former F1 boss, Bernie Ecclestone, seems not to believe in a possible transfer of Lewis to the Italian team, and has made this very clear.

Predicting Silver Ferns' squad for 2023 Netball World Cup title defence

Dame Noeline Taurua has a tough task to select her group to head to South Africa, writes Natasha Payne.

Johnson immense as Warriors dismantle Dolphins for biggest win of 2023

The Kiwi side surged in the second half to outclass the NRL newcomers.

'It was a masterclass': Why Super Rugby needs Coles' gamesmanship

The Hurricanes hooker's antics were the catalyst for his side's turnaround win over the Crusaders.

The best female golfers of all time

Golf has been a male-dominated sport for much longer than women have been allowed to play. But over the decades, we've seen many female golfers dedicating themselves to the game, resulting in long, successful careers for many. Of course, there are only a select few who can be considered among the best golfers in history. So, who are the best female golfers of all time? With factors like longevity, total wins, and major titles in mind, click on to discover several legends of the game.

Jose Mourinho has a dream: Romelu Lukaku. Photo

Roma's coach would like to bring the Belgian striker to the Giallorossi. This is reported by calciomercato.com.

NZ drivers finish in top 10 at IndyCar Detroit Grand Prix

All three New Zealand Indycar drivers finished in the top 10 but missed out on the podium at the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix as Alex Palou tightened his grip on the championship.

'Always been a Warrior': Coaches wowed, as Johnson winds back clock

The veteran halfback's efforts proved decisive in Saturday's win over the Dolphins.

Kiwis star Brown charged with 'sexual touching' after incident at Sydney bar

The half is expected to appear in court on Wednesday.