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Pep Guardiola credits 'dry pitch' for Man City's 2-0 win over Notts

Pep Guardiola believes 'incredibly fortunate' Manchester City were aided by the dry state of the City Ground pitch in their 2-0 win over wasteful Nottingham Forest.

Cricket: Tim Southee chosen for his seventh T20 World Cup

Veteran Black Caps pace bowler Tim Southee has been named for his seventh T20 World Cup in a squad with the accent on experience.

Joey Barton: Football’s most controversial figure?

Father of Olympic champion Ingebrigtsen charged with abusing one of his other children, lawyer says

Father of Olympic champion Ingebrigtsen charged with abusing one of his other children, lawyer says - The father and former coach of Olympic champion runner Jakob Ingebrigtsen has been charged with abusing one of his other children, his lawyer says

Mohamed Salah’s latest touchline tantrum symbolises deeper Liverpool split

Mohamed Salah’s latest touchline tantrum symbolises deeper Liverpool split - Liverpool have been a picture of unity under Jurgen Klopp but cracks are appearing as the German prepares to wave goodbye to Anfield

Kevin de Bruyne’s latest double act makes Man City the unconvincing unstoppables

Kevin de Bruyne’s latest double act makes Man City the unconvincing unstoppables - Nottingham Forest 0-2 Manchester City: Josko Gvardiol and Erling Haaland score to keep title fight on track

Arsenal’s chaotic win at Tottenham raises one question about title run-in

Arsenal’s chaotic win at Tottenham raises one question about title run-in - For as much as thrashing Spurs in the north London derby would have sent a message in the title race, holding onto a 3-2 win away from home bring out something more in Mikel Arteta’s side

Tough period looms for Warriors: 'People expect more of us'

It's one game at a time for Webster's men on the hard road leading to the NRL Magic Round.

Mother wants charges in mysterious case of Kansas City Chiefs fans found frozen to death

Mother wants charges in mysterious case of Kansas City Chiefs fans found frozen to death - More than three months have now passed since David Harrington, 37, Clayton McGeeney, 36 and Ricky Johnson, 38, were found dead in the backyard of a friend’s home in Kansas City

IndyCar Barber: McLaughlin takes pole in Penske 1-2

Team Penske’s Scott McLaughlin took pole position for the third round of the IndyCar Series at Barber Motorsports Park on Saturday.

Are Tiger Woods' days as a professional golfer numbered?

Kiwi McLaughlin wins IndyCar shootout for pole position at Alabama Grand Prix

The three-time Aussie Supercars champion was stripped of podium points by this week.

Unbeaten Mystics, Tactix still adjusting to new contact rules in ANZ Premiership

Mystics captain Michaela Sokolich-Beatson has been an early victim of netball's sin bin.

Paralympics trailblazer Eve Rimmer posthumously recognised for service

Eve Rimmer found freedom in sport, initially in swimming and kayaking, but it was in field athletics that she excelled.

Erik ten Hag is out of excuses – Manchester United are just a mid-table team

Erik ten Hag is out of excuses – Manchester United are just a mid-table team - The statistics confirm what has long been apparent about Ten Hag’s struggling team and his time at Old Trafford may soon be at an end

Pulse stretch unbeaten start to ANZ Premiership with comeback win against Steel

But the Wellingtonians lost Silver Ferns midcourt Maddy Gordon to injury.

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink - Atlético Madrid and Chelsea legend

How a Premier League spending cap can stop the destructive race of the richest clubs

How a Premier League spending cap can stop the destructive race of the richest clubs - ANALYSIS: As the English top flight moves to vote on a rare measure to safeguard its future, Miguel Delaney explains why such a drastic change to the framework of the league is needed

"Early Christmas present" helps Daniel Hemric to Dover top 10

To say the 2024 NASCAR Cup season has gotten off to a tough start for Daniel Hemric would probably be an understatement but the tide may be turning.

Scott McLaughlin rebounds emphatically with win in Alabama

McLaughlin has put a tough week behind him by winning in Alabama.

Zarco slams MotoGP chief steward Spencer as "not good for this job"

Johann Zarco has slammed chief FIM MotoGP steward Freddie Spencer as “not good for this job” following an incident with Aleix Espargaro in the Spanish Grand Prix.

‘That’s crap’: Republican Senators on Caitlin Clark’s WNBA salary

‘That’s crap’: Republican Senators on Caitlin Clark’s WNBA salary - ‘I don’t think there’ll ever be too many women athletes who will make like the stars,’ said Senator Tommy Tuberville

Warriors juniors make history with victory over Magpies in Harold Matthews Cup final

They became the first team to take the U17 title in their debut season.

Watch: NZ Wars - Stories of Tauranga Moana

Stories of Tauranga Moana recounts the events that unfolded in the Bay of Plenty and their far reaching consequences for future generations.

Arrow McLaren releases David Malukas from IndyCar contract

David Malukas has been released from his contract by Arrow McLaren, the IndyCar team announced on Monday morning.

Phoenix celebrate recordbreaking A-League season before 'weird' wait for premiership fate

Wellington upheld their end of the bargain, but must now wait to see if they'll take home their first Premiers Plate.

Olympics 2024: What you need to know about dates, tickets, sports, the schedule and opening ceremony

When are the Olympics, how much do tickets cost and where can I watch? We've got all the answers to these questions - and more - here.

Ederson injury leaves Man City fearing goalkeeper could miss Premier League and FA Cup double chase

Ederson injury leaves Man City fearing goalkeeper could miss Premier League and FA Cup double chase - The Brazil goalkeeper left the City Ground with his arm in a sling

Brittney Griner reflects on ‘mental lapse’ over cannabis vape cartridges that left her in Russia jail

Brittney Griner reflects on ‘mental lapse’ over cannabis vape cartridges that left her in Russia jail - ‘I could just visualise everything I worked so hard for just crumbling and going away,’ Olympic gold medallist says

Police charge man with tragedy chanting during Burnley’s draw at Man Utd

Police charge man with tragedy chanting during Burnley’s draw at Man Utd - Burnley said they were informed about ‘offensive footage’ on social media showing an individual in the away end at Old Trafford.

Highlanders win nervy bottom-of-table battle against Force to enter Super Rugby playoff picture

The southerners snapped a five-game losing streak and now sit in the top eight.

Five key players that inspired Leicester’s immediate return to Premier League

Five key players that inspired Leicester’s immediate return to Premier League - It has been a brilliant season for the Foxes under Enzo Maresca

Spain's ex-football chief Rubiales arrives at court to testify

A Madrid court has been investigating since June 2022 whether Rubiales committed a crime of improper management when the RFEF agreed with former Barcelona player Gerard Pique's Kosmos firm to relocate the Spanish Super Cup to Saudi Arabia.

David Raya praises Arsenal’s character after owning up to derby error

David Raya praises Arsenal’s character after owning up to derby error - The goalkeeper’s mistake handed Tottenham a lifeline but the Gunners hung on to keep their title challenge alive

Fairweather, Clareburt headline strong NZ swimming team for Paris Olympics

Nine swimmers will take to the pool in France.

Kiwi golfer Fox, South African Higgo fall off pace at Zurich Classic teams event

The pair sit in a share of 27th with a round to play at New Orleans.

Coach Webster embraces challenge of helping slumping Warriors rediscover identity

"That's why I wanted to be head coach, to enjoy these moments and go after it, and I feel really good about it."

The link between Arsenal and Tottenham that reveals key to pivotal north London derby

The link between Arsenal and Tottenham that reveals key to pivotal north London derby - Mikel Arteta and Ange Postecoglou’s approaches at Arsenal and Tottenham have been shaped by a shared philosophy, in a derby that could define the title battle and top-four race

Quartararo felt "massive change" on new Yamaha M1's first MotoGP test

Fabio Quartararo says he could feel a “massive change” after Yamaha’s revamped M1 made its first public appearance at the Jerez MotoGP test on Monday.

Trophy-starved Blackcaps veterans hungry to break World Cup duck

"Winning a world tournament is probably the only reason I still play for New Zealand," said Jimmy Neesham.

Man City will not be distracted by Arsenal’s games in title race, insists Nathan Ake

Man City will not be distracted by Arsenal’s games in title race, insists Nathan Ake - Arsenal lead by a point, but City know winning all four of their remaining games will secure an unprecedented fourth successive title.

Bournemouth set Premier League points record after big win over fading Brighton

Bournemouth set Premier League points record after big win over fading Brighton - Bournemouth 3-0 Brighton: The Cherries are into the top half while the Seagulls have faded badly at the end of the campaign

Man City can eclipse Manchester United thanks to Sir Alex Ferguson’s famous habit

Man City can eclipse Manchester United thanks to Sir Alex Ferguson’s famous habit - The champions have extended their unbeaten streak and remain poised to clinch a fourth successive title, despite still trailing Arsenal, in a feat that would outdo Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United

Thiago Silva confirms Chelsea exit and hints at future return to club

Thiago Silva confirms Chelsea exit and hints at future return to club - The Brazilian defender has hinted that he could return to the club in a different capacity in the future

Antonis Nikopolidis: Greece's George Clooney goalkeeper fallen from grace

Kiwi swimming great Dame Sophie Pascoe withdraws from Paris Paralympics

The swimming star wants to focus on being a mother to her newborn son.

Hurricanes face hooking crisis, after first Super Rugby Pacific defeat against Brumbies

The Wellingtonians have now lost three specialist No.2s to injury.

Netball round-up: Tactix flip the script on Mystics

The Tactix completely turned the tables on the Mystics in the second half to upset the ANZ Premiership defending champions 62-59 in Auckland last night.

I understand if Mohamed Salah has got the hump with Jurgen Klopp, says Alan Shearer

I understand if Mohamed Salah has got the hump with Jurgen Klopp, says Alan Shearer - Salah argued with manager Jurgen Klopp before coming on as a substitute in Liverpool’s draw with West Ham.

Hilary Knight: Hockey star and women’s sports advocate