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Tyson Fury set to be stripped of world title immediately if he beats Oleksandr Usyk

Fury and Usyk clash tonight for all four heavyweight world titles - but with a mandatory challenge due, they won't hold on to them for long

2024-05-18T13:08:39Z

The F1 driver market dominoes about to fall

Formula 1’s driver market dominoes are on the verge of falling down, with decisions set to be taken imminently that could finalise some key seats.

2024-05-19T08:14:21Z

Big bets landed as Poukawa wins maiden debut

A roundup of the week's racing.

2024-05-17T00:06:25Z

Motorsport: Kiwi Jaxon Evans coming to terms with Supercars switch after Porsche successes

The 27-year-old has traded endurance racing for Supercars this year.

2024-05-19T07:15:41Z

Police report reveals details of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest as bus crash victim identified

Police report reveals details of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest as bus crash victim identified - Scheffler faces one Class C felony, which carries a five to 10 year prison term and fines up to $10,000

2024-05-17T19:41:56Z

Lynch: Scottie Scheffler’s scandal shows why the PGA Tour has to look elsewhere for much-needed spice

LOUISVILLE, Ky. — It was during the 82nd PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club a couple dozen years ago that Stuart Appleby was asked what he’d need to shoot to have a chance to win. “Tiger Woods,” he replied. Most of those competing at the 106th edition t

2024-05-18T23:43:40Z

Usyk crowned undisputed heavyweight world champion with win over Fury

The Ukrainian is the first lineal champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.

2024-05-18T23:45:54Z

What to know about Seize the Grey: Trainer, owner, name origin and more for 2024 Preakness Stakes winner

Seize the Grey came into the 2024 Preakness Stakes as an underdog but dominated in wire-to-wire fashion.

2024-05-18T23:55:33Z

Warriors Magic: Tuaupiki stars in upset win over NRL champion Panthers to snap slump

The makeshift line-up was missing many of its senior players, but their replacements stepped up.

2024-05-19T06:02:00Z

Indy 500: Power leads Penske 1-2-3 with 233.758mph qualifying run

Will Power led an early Team Penske sweep after the initial qualifying attempts through the running order for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.

2024-05-18T18:01:50Z

Jurgen Klopp breaks silence on Arne Slot and new Liverpool arrivals - "I liked the signings"

Klopp admits quitting Anfield has been much harder than when he stepped down as coach of Mainz and Borussia Dortmund. He also reiterated that he will never manage another club in England

2024-05-18T21:44:35Z

NRL: Warriors shock defending champions Penrith at 'Magic Round' - As it happened

An injury-plagued Auckland outfit have snapped their four-game losing streak.

2024-05-19T01:16:12Z

Roberto De Zerbi sees potential new role denied after Brighton exit announcement

Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed that he'll leave Brighton but a switch to Bayern Munich appears to be off the cards after the German club's chief spoke out against a move

2024-05-18T19:29:12Z

Erik ten Hag in tug of war between two clubs as both believe he will soon face Man Utd axe

Erik ten Hag is looking for Sir Jim Ratcliffe to show his commitment by offering a new contract - but so far there have been no talks about an extension

2024-05-18T21:44:36Z

Max Verstappen explains run-in with Imola fan during qualifying - 'So I gave him the finger'

Most fans at Imola this weekend are cheering on Ferrari and, after qualifying on pole, Red Bull racer Max Verstappen detailed a funny interaction he had with one Tifoso

2024-05-18T18:23:03Z

Scottie Scheffler sinks 167-yard eagle at PGA Championship

On the eve of this week's major in Kentucky, Scheffler, 27, announced in a heartfelt post on Instagram that he and wife Meredith have welcomed their first child together.

2024-05-16T20:06:28Z

Tyson Fury ready for a rematch after losing against Usyk

Tyson Fury is ready for a rematch after losing against Oleksandr Usyk who downed Fury by split decision. The Gypsy King attributed the loss to the war between Ukraine and Russia, stating that the judges took the side Usyk supports into account.

2024-05-19T08:07:37Z

Super Rugby Pacific: Blues hold narrow lead over Highlanders at halftime - Live

The tabletoppers face their southern rivals for the Gordon Hunter Trophy.

2024-05-18T05:12:50Z

2024-05-18T20:11:19Z

What's behind the penalty confusion after Imola's chaotic F3 sprint?

Confusion reigned in the Formula 3 sprint race at Imola with top three Noel Leon, Oliver Goethe and Tim Tramnitz perplexed by the penalties and investigations surrounding them.

2024-05-18T11:10:49Z

2024-05-18T02:23:20Z

Tiger Woods blames one big factor for missing the cut at PGA Championship

Ultimately, the legendary golfer knows precisely why the two rounds were such a struggle for him.

2024-05-18T20:56:57Z

Pacific Four: Canada shock Black Ferns for first-ever test win - As it happened

The world champions will slip to No. 3 ranking, as a result.

2024-05-19T01:31:10Z

Scottie Scheffler finally hit the wall

LOUISVILLE — Saturday was a long day for World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler. Actually, they've all been long days recently. Exactly five weeks ago, Scottie Scheffler was sleeping on the 54-hole lead at the Masters. The last time Scheffler was in that situation, he woke up in tears, so nervous about the prospect of losing the green jacket he dreamed of w...

2024-05-19T01:21:43Z

Boxing fans forced to pay £25 to watch Fury v Usyk on pay-per-view

Furious boxing fans have labelled the lack of radio coverage for the Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk fight a 'tradegy' as supporters are forced to cough up £25 to watch the clash on pay-per-view.

2024-05-18T10:06:54Z

Fourth club enters race for Man Utd's Mason Greenwood as double transfer deal on cards

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has spent the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Getafe, but is now expected to leave Old Trafford permanently over the summer

2024-05-18T19:44:27Z

Fury vs Usyk: Joseph Parker to keep keen eye on undisputed title fight; how to watch in NZ

The heavyweight titles haven't been unified since Lennox Lewis did so in 2000.

2024-05-18T04:11:13Z

Fans Furious With CBS Broadcast Of PGA Championship

For the first two days of the PGA Championship, ESPN had nearly flawless coverage with very few commercials. Fast forward to Saturday afternoon, though and CBS is ruining that trend. Fans noticed early on during CBS' broadcast coverage that the network couldn't help but take a ridiculous amount of ...

2024-05-18T20:27:29Z

Who won the Preakness Stakes in 2024? Full results, finish order & highlights from the race

Did Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan win the second leg of the Triple Crown, or did a competitor rise to take the prize?

2024-05-18T20:00:47Z

Tottenham ready to sell five stars as Ange Postecoglou identifies two transfer priorities

Ange Postecoglou is planning to make notable changes to his Tottenham squad in the summer transfer window and his budget will be supplemented by a series of first-team player sales

2024-05-18T19:44:16Z

2024-05-19T05:57:55Z

Angry Arsenal fans call for manager to exit as Vivianne Miedema told to stay

Netherlands striker Vivianne Miedema is set to depart the club this summer as a free agent after becoming the Women's Super League record goalscorer

2024-05-19T09:01:40Z

Klitschko and Shevchenko laud 'historical' win for Ukrainian Usyk

Usyk, who hails from Ukraine, was crowned the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world after a gruelling battle in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night. Two judges scored the bout 115-113 and 114-113 in Usyk's favour.

2024-05-19T01:21:44Z

Chelsea agree £56m transfer deal after blowing Barcelona and Bayern Munich out of water

Chelsea are finalising the finer details of an agreement with Palmeiras for 17-year-old Brazilian starlet Estevao Willian, who would not join the Blues until after his 18th birthday

2024-05-18T13:13:34Z

Sir Tony O’Reilly dies aged 88: former NZ Herald owner, Ireland rugby star and businessman

O'Reilly once directly and indirectly owned the NZ Herald.

2024-05-19T04:15:13Z

Indoor sports centre ‘dead in water’ without council support

Indoor centre could host multiple sports and boost local economy.

2024-05-17T17:09:22Z

Super Rugby Pacific: Crusaders’ playoff hopes all but gone with reigning champions’ 10th defeat of 2024

The seven-time reigning champions appear certain to miss the playoffs.

2024-05-19T02:15:01Z

'Lit up people's hearts': Tributes flow after death of legendary All Blacks halfback Going

'Super Sid' played 29 tests for New Zealand between 1967-77.

2024-05-18T06:58:07Z

Crusaders' playoff hopes hang by thread, after penalty try costs dearly against Brumbies

The defending champions need a lot of things to fall their way in the next two weeks.

2024-05-18T06:58:07Z

Harry Kane sees ANOTHER trophy chance slip through fingers on final day of Bundesliga

Bayern Munich's forgettable season ended with a defeat and left them third in the Bundesliga - which means they and Harry Kane won't feature in the German Super Cup in a matter of months

2024-05-18T18:44:06Z

Man Utd news: Jadon Sancho set for awkward Erik ten Hag reunion as United boss offered advice

Manchester United have one last Premier League match to go this season, and then attention will turn to the FA Cup final and a potentially busy summer transfer window

2024-05-19T04:15:44Z

PGA Championship 2024 prize money payout fails to compete with LIV Golf prize

The LIV Golf Tour offers a staggering $25 million purse per event, overshadowing the PGA Championship's $17.5 million, signaling a new era in golf's financial landscape.

2024-05-19T09:46:48Z

Tsunoda's Imola speed shows Red Bull is right to wait on Perez's F1 future

Red Bull is clear that Sergio Perez holds his Formula 1 destiny post-2024, but his contrasting Imola fortunes so far compared to stable-mate Yuki Tsunoda show why it's waiting.

2024-05-18T16:46:39Z

Extra-time heartbreak, as Phoenix fall short of first A-League final against Victory

The Wellingtonians could not cap a recordbreaking season in front of their biggest-ever crowd.

2024-05-18T09:13:30Z

Marcus Rashford told he needs to get away from Erik ten Hag for sake of his career

Marcus Rashford has been linked with a move away from Manchester United having struggled for form, scoring just eight goals in all competitions this season

2024-05-18T15:13:47Z

Premier League announce which four matches will be broadcast live on TV for final day

Premier League announce which four matches will be broadcast live on TV for final day - Both Arsenal and Man City will be shown live as the title is decided

2024-05-16T14:38:32Z

Man United set firm budget for in-demand star as Newcastle eye 19-goal striker amid Alexander Isak interest

A closer look at some of the latest Premier League transfer headlines currently doing the rounds.

2024-05-18T14:15:53Z

'Remember all that he has given to our game': All Blacks great Going dies, aged 80

The proud Northlander redefined halfback play.

2024-05-17T22:56:46Z

Wolves chief needs to wake up after pompous statement - the Premier League has far bigger issues

Wolves chairman Jeff Shi tore into VAR this week after it emerged that Premier League clubs will vote on whether to keep the technology or not at their annual general meeting

2024-05-19T09:01:38Z

Kiwi Ramsden smashes national 1500m mark, Stedman strikes para gold

Maia Ramsden's performance was still eight-hundredths of a second outside Paris Olympics qualifying.

2024-05-19T02:31:24Z