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20 Stories IndexedNFL keen for Australia game to become annual fixture in 'strategic' market
The National Football League is exploring the possibility of hosting regular-season games in Australia on an annual basis. A senior executive confirmed that the region is viewed as a key growth market for expanding the sport's international footprint.
This move signals a significant expansion of the NFL's global footprint into the Australian market, potentially paving the way for regular international fixtures in the region.
Osaka brings style and steel for wining start to US Open
NEW YORK, Aug 31 - Naomi Osaka unveiled another bold Grand Slam walk-on outfit at the U.S. Open on Monday before the two-time champion battled to a 7-6(6) 7-6(3) victory over unseeded Russian Anastasia Zakharova to reach the second round.
South Korea appoint former Spain coach Moreno as interim manager
He managed Spain in 2019 during Luis Enrique’s leave of absence.
Tsitsipas says Kyrgios’ positive cocaine test ‘kind of expected’
Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios was provisionally suspended after testing positive for cocaine, and fellow player Stefanos Tsitsipas remarked that the result was somewhat expected.
Shelton advances at US Open after shaky start against Griekspoor
NEW YORK, Aug 31 - Eighth seed Ben Shelton recovered from a shaky start to beat Tallon Griekspoor 1-6 6-1 7-6(3) 6-2 in the first round of the U.S. Open on Monday.
Key player Kushner regrets the way FIFA private investment proposal played out
Aug 31 - Venture capitalist Josh Kushner said his company Thrive would not have become involved in FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell part of the commercial rights of the World Cup to private investors if they had known how it would play out.
Swiatek swats aside Wang for a winning start at US Open
She will next face Argentine Nadia Podoroska in the second round.
Kushner blames football power struggle for World Cup plan collapse
Investor Joshua Kushner's Thrive Capital worked on the deal in private for months.
Australia drop Labuschagne from ODI squad for Zimbabwe, S. Africa tour
SYDNEY, Sept 1 - Out-of-form batter Marnus Labuschagne has been dropped from the Australia squad for one-day international series in Zimbabwe and South Africa later this month.
Wawrinka’s emotional US Open finale ends in defeat to Berrettini
The pair produced another roller coaster after their dramatic clash at the 2026 Wimbledon
Everton agree to sign Folarin Balogun, US striker at heart of World Cup furore
Everton also look set to re-sign Tottenham's Richarlison.
Raphinha and Lamine doubles lift Barcelona past Rayo Vallecano
BARCELONA, Aug 31 - Raphinha and Lamine Yamal both scored twice as Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 at the Camp Nou on Monday to maintain their perfect start to the season and jump to the top of the LaLiga table.
Saka earns Arsenal narrow victory at troubled Villa
BIRMINGHAM, Aug 31 - Champions Arsenal made it two wins out of two as Bukayo Saka's second-half goal earned them a workmanlike 1-0 victory at Aston Villa in the Premier League on Monday.
Tsitsipas credits coaching change for renewed belief after Fils win
NEW YORK, Aug 31 - Stefanos Tsitsipas said ending a coaching relationship with his father Apostolos had brought much-needed calm to his tennis life and rebuilt his confidence after the Greek beat 10th seed Arthur Fils in the first round of the U.S. Open on Monday.
Alcaraz makes confident return with US Open first round win
NEW YORK, Aug 31 - Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz needed only a New York minute to hit his stride after a nearly five-month injury layoff, beating Russian Roman Safiullin 6-4 6-4 6-4 on Monday in the first round of the U.S. Open.
Reactions to Argentina's Messi ending international career
Aug 31 - Argentina's Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international soccer on Monday.
Anisimova cruises to birthday win at US Open
Aug 31 - Amanda Anisimova breezed past Ashlyn Krueger 6-1 6-3 in the first round of the U.S. Open on Monday in a strong start for last year's runner-up as she looks to challenge for the title again.
Pogacar undergoes clavicular surgery after Vuelta crash
Aug 31 - Tadej Pogacar underwent successful surgery on his left clavicle on Monday following the crash that forced him to abandon the Vuelta a Espana while leading the race.
'All the joy he gave us': Argentines thank Messi as he announces international retirement
BUENOS AIRES, Aug 31 - Argentines saluted Lionel Messi on Monday after the soccer great confirmed the news many had long expected but still found painful: his retirement from the national team.
Sabalenka launches bid for third straight title, Djokovic exit rattles men's field
NEW YORK, Aug 31 - Aryna Sabalenka got off to a winning start in her quest for a third successive U.S. Open title on Monday, as the second day of the tournament kicked off after Novak Djokovic's shock defeat left another major hole in the men's field.