MatchPoint Times

Joseph Parker is reported to have tested positive for traces of cocaine before his bout with Britain’s Fabio Wardley last month.

The association’s embattled leader insists on reform, but his response sidesteps crucial inconsistencies at the heart of the controversy.

Japanese baseball fans hail LA Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani’s achievements for making the country proud amid economic gloom.

South Africa has stated its intention to bid for the 2036 and 2040 Olympic Games, and is ready to host the games.

Yu Zidi clocks an impressive 2:07.41 to win gold in the women’s 200m individual medley at the National Games in Shenzhen.

A rule change that allowed the World Athletics–banned official to reclaim the presidency is now under official scrutiny.

The Azzurri hope to return to the World Cup after missing Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022 due to playoff losses.

Coach Hansi Flick wants Barcelona to inaugurate the rebuilt stadium by winning their La Liga opener against Athletic Bilbao.

The 2018 World Cup winner was banned for four years after a 2023 drug test, but the punishment was reduced to 18 months.

The city’s two rivals face off at San Siro with Serie A’s top spot up for grabs as teams return after the international break.

The Brazilian has anchored Arsenal’s strong defence, which has allowed only five goals in 11 Premier League matches.

Unstoppable Haaland is on the cusp of history with club and country.

Jannik Sinner ended a turbulent season in the best possible fashion after seeing off Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets, 7-6 (7/4), 7-5.

World number one Carlos Alcaraz eased to a 6-2, 6-4 win over Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime at the ATP Finals to set up a title decider with defending champion Jannik Sinner.

Jannik Sinner has yet to drop a service game en route to the final and will attempt to defend his title on Sunday against either top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz or Felix Auger-Aliassime.

Jannik Sinner comfortably beat Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) and will face Alex de Minaur in the first semi-final on Saturday.

This season’s double-Grand Slam winner moves ahead of rival Jannik Sinner in the updated men’s rankings after a 6-4, 6-1 win.

Alex de Minaur beat Taylor Fritz in straight sets 7-6 (7/3), 6-3, and now needs Carlos Alcaraz to beat Lorenzo Musetti in order to book his place in the semi-finals.

They will play Taiwan’s Liu Kuang Heng-Jheng Yu Chieh in the second round.

Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani led the charge, sweeping aside Taiwan’s He Zhi Wei-Huang Jui Hsuan in just 24 minutes.

The former All England champion reflects on injuries, recovery, and discovering new passions off the court.

Soft shots and simple drills lift spirits as BWF takes a gentle, senior-friendly programme to a Kajang eldercare facility.

When Pearly Tan and M Thinaah lift their racquets, Malaysia lifts its chin.

The world No 2 pair silences the home crowd in Japan to defeat Rin Iwanaga-Kie Nakanishi in straight games.

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton say they both share a strong working relationship, dismissing the Ferrari chairman’s comment as merely his wish for the team to win.

A remarkable turnaround has put the Briton 24 points ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri in the drivers’ standings.

Team principal Graeme Lowdon said they will prioritise execution and development over immediate headline results.

McLaren’s nine-time GP winner calls the Don Award a ‘massive privilege’ and aims to become the nation’s third F1 champion.

The 27-year-old Italian is third in the championship, marking Aprilia’s first top-three season.

Alex Marquez started from second on the grid behind Marco Bezzecchi but took the lead at turn one.