Pacing and patience: heavyweight lessons Itauma must learn after harsh reality check | Donald McRae
The 21-year-old had never gone past six rounds before Hrgovic defeat and his corner should have adapted strategy
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Newcastle players look revitalised, Liverpool’s curious transfer strategy and a worrying start for Palace
· Guardian Sport
Misbehaving Lord’s pitch is a return to unpredictable era of unplayable chaos
The wicket was not as bad as the one in June but presented enough challenges for the MCC to call in specialists
· Simonburnton
All eyes on Alcaraz as defending champ returns from injury at US Open
NEW YORK, United States — Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz will try to shake off the rust quickly when he launches his US Open campaign against Roman Safiullin on Monday in the Spaniard's first match in more than four months.
· Agence France-Presse
From Little League to Team Israel: Baseball takes root across the Holy Land
Baseball in Israel made history when more than 100 children from 11 cities across the country took part in the first-ever Under-12 National Tournament on July 9 and 10, with games being played simultaneously on four fields.
· HOWARD BLAS
Israel’s World Cup basketball hopes dashed with loss to Latvia
The Israel National Basketball Team came up short against Latvia 85-70 in the second round of World Cup Qualifiers on Sunday night.
· JOSHUA HALICKMAN
The transfers to watch before window closes
Julian Alvarez, Cody Gakpo and Enzo Fernandez are among players who could have new clubs by Tuesday
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Physical woes dog Novak Djokovic in shock US Open first-round loss, first in 20 years
Argentinian Mariano Navone wins in five sets at Flushing Meadows, as Novak Djokovic says he’s suffered ‘every match’ this year
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Physical woes dog Novak Djokovic in shock US Open first-round loss, first in 20 years
Argentinian Mariano Navone wins in five sets at Flushing Meadows, as Novak Djokovic says he’s suffered ‘every match’ this year
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Kenin survives scare against Venus
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Venus Williams bows out of her 26th US Open with a 1st-round loss
Venus Williams, of the United States, plays a backhand return to compatriot Sofia Kenin during their first round match of the U.S. Open tennis championships, Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
· Stephen Whyno
Amid Broncos’ review into shambolic season, door left open for Haas
Broncos chief Dave Donaghy has not given up hope of one day luring Payne Haas back to Brisbane, as the champion enforcer prepares to play his final game for the club.
· Nick Wright
Cats claim they are not distracted by concussion controversy
The Cats face the Blues in an elimination final at the MCG on Friday night. (Getty Images/AFL Photos: Mark Nolan)
Blues’ ‘barometer’ pushing for recall, as veteran defender faces fitness test
Carlton forward Will Hayward is pushing for a recall, while veteran Nick Haynes will need to prove his fitness when the Blues have their major training session ahead of Friday night’s elimination final against Geelong.
· Jon Pierik
NRL hit the mark with Arrow, but kick-off change went out on the full
August 31, 2026 — 3:30pm
· Malcolm Knox
Jarome Luai jets to PNG for golf tournament with prime minister
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Robinson's rhythmical action reminiscent of McGrath - Agnew
Highlights: England humble poor Pakistan to confirm series win at Lord's
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‘Those flights are way too expensive’: Even NFL stars are flinching at the cost of getting to Australia
Even multimillion-dollar NFL earners are flinching at the prices of flights to Australia ahead of next week’s game at the MCG.
· Jon Pierik
‘It was like fighting a dinosaur’: Sydney shark attack survivor recalls left hook that helped save her life
Leah Stewart, who was bitten while swimming at Coogee beach, says she asked herself ‘which limb am I willing to lose’ as she fought back
· Achol Arok
Novak Djokovic loses in opening round of US Open for first time
NEW YORK — Novak Djokovic grinded through physical and internal ailments, made one mistake after another and could not find what it took to beat a feisty, younger opponent who was not intimidated under the lights against tennis' most decorated player.
· The Manila Times
‘She’s the best son you’re ever going to have’: The mother pushing a UAE snowboarder towards the Olympics | The National
When Maya Al Muhairi was in Bosnia with her family, she was told about a new snowboarding instructor. She asked her kids if they wanted to try, and her daughter, Amenah, described by her mother as "an adventurous spirit", jumped up and volunteered.
· Mina Rzouki
Top-ranked Scheffler storms to PGA Tour Championship win
MIAMI — World number one Scottie Scheffler produced a final day charge on Sunday to overhaul Viktor Hovland and win the PGA Tour Championship for the second time.
· Agence France-Presse
Ailing Novak Djokovic falls in US Open first round in earliest grand slam exit in 20 years
Mariano Navone wins 7-6 (7-5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 to end Serb’s hopes
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US Open: Novak Djokovic out in first round of a Grand Slam for first time in 20 years | The National
Novak Djokovic suffered a 7-6, 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 defeat to Mariano Navone at the US Open, the first time he had fallen in the first round at a Grand Slam in 20 years.
· The National
US Open: Novak Djokovic out in first round of a Grand Slam for first time in 20 years | The National
Novak Djokovic suffered a 7-6, 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 defeat to Mariano Navone at the US Open, the first time he had fallen in the first round at a Grand Slam in 20 years.
· The National
Djokovic breaks down in tears during US Open first-round exit
Novak Djokovic had won all of his previous 19 US Open first-round matches
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Serbian star stunned after first round defeat
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Visibly ill Novak Djokovic stunningly upset in marathon first-round match at US Open
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· Joseph Staszewski
Novak Djokovic knocked out of US Open in first round by Mariano Navone
Novak Djokovic, of Serbia, reacts during the first round of the U.S. Open tennis championships against Mariano Navone, of Argentina, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
· Stephen Whyno
Djokovic fires up after crucial break
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Man United v Ipswich ratings: Fernandes 9, Mbeumo 7; Greaves 5, Davis 7 | The National
Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick as Manchester United trounced Ipswich Town 5-2 in their Premier League clash at Old Trafford on Sunday.
· Andy Mitten
Ex-Carlton coach Voss gives assessment of Blues' finals hopes
Michael Voss departed as Carlton coach in May. (Getty Images/AFL Photos: Chris Hyde)
Broncos boss grilled on Reynolds embarrassment
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Ex Carlton coach's admission on club's sudden rise
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Shepard has 22nd double-double this season, Wings beat Sun 97-71
Dallas Wings forward Jessica Shepard (32) drives to the basket as Connecticut Sun’s Aaliyah Edwards (8) defends in the first half of a WNBA basketball game Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)
Dubai Sevens 2026: Tickets now on sale as Gaelic football is added to programme | The National
Tickets for the 2026 Emirates Dubai 7s went on sale on Monday morning.
· The National
Three-point dunks and mid-court shots worth four: how Australia’s NBL is seeking to shake up traditional rules
Basketball Australia refers proposed rule changes to Fiba
· Jack Snape
US Open get-in price doubles 12 hours after announcement of Eala's opening match schedule
MANILA, Philippines — About 12 hours after the US Open revealed Alex Eala's opening match schedule is set for the Tuesday night session on September 1 at Louis Armstrong Stadium, the cheapest ticket available on the secondary-market (ticket resale platforms) doubled.
· Niel Victor C. Masoy
Lane Kiffin hasn’t stopped pushing boundaries as college football’s ‘biggest villain’ with all eyes on LSU
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· Zach Braziller
Metayer's rebound goal gives the Spirit a 1-0 victory over Bay FC
Seattle Reign FC forward Maddie Dahlien looks on during the first half of an NWSL soccer match against Angel City FC, Aug. 9, 2026, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File)
· Drew Renner
Vale Tony Mundine, a champion fighter and a great Australian
Warning: This story contains images and the name of a deceased Indigenous person.
· Peter FitzSimons
Another player involved in college eligibility suit gets cut by NFL team
Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Jack Pyburn (58) looks on during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Friday, Aug. 28, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
· Josh Dubow
‘Of course we’d say no’: Why Shark Park could now be NRL’s only finals option
Cronulla will argue that the permutations of the NRL finals draw – which will have them hosting either North Queensland or South Sydney in week one – leaves Ocean Protect Stadium as their only viable home ground option, regardless of how many fans are locked out of the 15,000-capacity venue.
· Dan Walsh
Knight's prop cops season-ending ban after send-off
Jacob Saifiti will not play in the NRL finals unless Newcastle can successfully challenge his four-match suspension. (Getty Images: Scott Gardiner)
Indigenous numbers in the AFL are down, but there’s talent in the Top End
The AFLW Dreamtime game helps Top End Youth Academy players find pathways to the elite level. (AFLNT Media: Tymunna Clements)
· Marnie Vinall
Collingwood's 'million dollar problem' as star struggles
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Djokovic drops first set tiebreaker
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Nevada falls short in 2nd straight Little League World Series final
Henderson, Nev.'s Owen Guzman, left, meets with Payton Hinsen, right, during the third inning of the Little League World Series Championship baseball game against Curacao, Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026, in South Williamsport, Pa. (AP Photo/Jared Freed)
· Owen Cameros
2026 NFL Schedule
New England at Seattle, 8:20 p.m. (NBC)