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Coe will be 'tough' on athletes seeking nationality switch

World Athletics president Sebastian Coe has told AFP he will remain "tough" on the issue of athletes switching nationality after his federation blocked a bid by top Jamaicans and Kenyans to move to Turkey.

No.1 Korda charges into share of LPGA Mexico lead

Top-ranked Nelly Korda, coming off her third major title, closed with a birdie to seize a share of the lead after Friday's second round of the LPGA Riviera Maya Open.

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Remarkable, ramshackle Rayo chasing Conference League dream amid chaos

After a quarter of a century away from European football, the prospect of modest Spanish side Rayo Vallecano making their first ever final must rank as one of the season's bigger surprises.

Unbeaten records on the line for Inoue-Nakatani superfight in Tokyo

Japan's Naoya Inoue will face the biggest challenge of his stellar career when he takes on fellow unbeaten countryman Junto Nakatani on Saturday in front of a sell-out 55,000 crowd at the Tokyo Dome.

'Final mission': NZ name star trio for T20 World Cup defence

Retiring New Zealand cricket greats Sophie Devine, Suzie Bates and Lea Tahuhu were named Wednesday in the White Ferns' Women's T20 World Cup squad for their "final mission" of defending the title.

Embiid-led 76ers beat Boston to avoid NBA playoff exit

Joel Embiid scored 33 points and made eight assists to spark Philadelphia over the Boston Celtics 113-97 on Tuesday, keeping the 76ers from being eliminated in the NBA playoffs.

World Cup to get cash boost as FIFA unveils red card crackdown

FIFA on Tuesday boosted overall World Cup cash distributions to nearly $900 million following concerns over the spiraling costs for teams taking part in the tournament.

LIV Golf postpones New Orleans event

LIV Golf postponed its planned June tournament in New Orleans on Tuesday, with officials saying they hope to reschedule an event for later this year.

Luis Enrique predicts more thrills in return leg after PSG beat Bayern in classic

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique admitted his team will likely need to score several more goals away to Bayern Munich next week to be sure of reaching another Champions League final after a remarkable 5-4 victory in the first leg of their semi-final on Tuesday.

PSG edge Bayern in nine-goal Champions League semi-final epic

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembele scored twice each as Paris Saint-Germain beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in an epic first leg of their Champions League semi-final on Tuesday, an extraordinary encounter becoming the highest-scoring match ever at this stage of the competition.

Baptiste ends Sabalenka's Madrid title defence

Hailey Baptiste ended Aryna Sabalenka’s title defence in Madrid on Tuesday and halted the world number one's 15-match winning streak with a 2-6, 6-2, 7-6 (8/6) quarter-final victory to deliver the biggest shock of the tournament so far.

'Exceptional' Arsenal out to dominate at Atletico: Arteta

Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta defended his "exceptional" side against criticism on Tuesday and backed them to prove their quality in the Champions League semi-final clash against Atletico Madrid.

Rajasthan's Sooryavanshi hammers 43 as Punjab suffer first loss

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the leading run-getter in this IPL season with a cracking 43 on Tuesday that helped Rajasthan Royals beat Punjab Kings by six wickets in a high-scoring contest.

Frenchman Godon wins Romandie prologue, Pogacar fifth

French champion Dorian Godon took a surprise victory in the Tour de Romandie opening prologue on Tuesday as world champion Tadej Pogacar could finish only fifth.

Emotional Stones announces Man City exit after golden decade

John Stones said he had lived "all my dreams out" as he announced on Tuesday he would be leaving Manchester City at the end of the season after 10 trophy-laden years at the Etihad.

John Stones to leave Manchester City after 10 years

John Stones will leave Manchester City at the end of the season after 10 trophy-filled years at the Etihad, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.

Champions League semi-final like a first date: Atletico's Koke

Atletico Madrid captain Koke admitted his nerves are jangling ahead of Wednesday's Champions League semi-final clash with Arsenal.

Sinner queries schedule, surges into Madrid Open quarters

Jannik Sinner suggested the Madrid Open organisers should reconsider their tournament scheduling to avoid late-night finishes like the one Rafael Jodar experienced in the third round on Sunday.

Iranian Vafaei capable of great things, says beaten rival Trump

Iran's snooker trailblazer Hosein Vafaei would be capable of winning any trophy if he had more self-belief, said world number one Judd Trump, the man he beat in the second round of the world championship.

Simeone, Atletico chasing redemption against Arsenal

Atletico Madrid and Diego Simeone have regularly tasted the sting of disappointment, even in what is the club's golden age.

'Bring it on', says Rice as Arsenal chase Champions League history

Declan Rice has urged Arsenal to embrace the weight of history in their chase for a first Champions League crown ahead of Wednesday's semi-final trip to Atletico Madrid.

Horses unlikely saviours for those who serve in uniform

Members of the armed forces and the police may put their lives on the line for their country but even they have their mental and physical limits and often it is horses, not humans, who can provide salvation.

LIV Golf postpones June event set for New Orleans: reports

LIV Golf's scheduled June event in Louisiana has been postponed, according to multiple reports on Monday, as the Saudi-backed series seeks new investment.

Eylsia Nicolas Partners with Meta India to Launch AI‑Adaptive Digital Publishing Platform Powered by Micro‑Payments

NORTH PALM BEACH, FL AND MUMBAI, INDIA / ACCESS Newswire / April 28, 2026 / Global recording artist and inventor Eylsia Nicolas has selected Meta India as her advisory partner for the launch of BookKards, a patented digital publishing format that combines micro‑transactions, short‑form storytelling, and future AI‑adaptive reading capabilities. The India‑first pilot explores how creators can use micro‑payments and mobile‑native publishing to reach millions of young readers across the country.

The Prestigious U.S. Open Polo Championship(R) Final Closes a Record-Breaking American Polo Season, Supported by U.S. Polo Assn. and ESPN

Held Sunday, April 26, at the USPA National Polo Center in Palm Beach County, Florida

Rybakina crashes out of Madrid Open, Sabalenka reaches quarters

Australian Open champion Elena Rybakina fell to a shock 7-6 (10/8), 6-4 defeat by Anastasia Potapova on Monday in the Madrid Open fourth round.

Carrick hails Casemiro and Fernandes after vital Man Utd win

Michael Carrick saluted Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes after Manchester United's midfield stars inspired the 2-1 win over Brentford that moved them closer to Champions League qualification.

Felix, 40, says she plans comeback for LA Olympics

Allyson Felix, the most decorated woman in Olympic athletics history with 11 medals, says she is planning a comeback at age 40 with her eyes on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

Man Utd beat Brentford to close on Champions League berth

Manchester United moved within touching distance of qualifying for the Champions League as Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko sealed a 2-1 win against Brentford on Monday.

Sabalenka reaches Madrid Open quarters, Zverev pushes through

World number one Aryna Sabalenka overcame Naomi Osaka 6-7 (1/7), 6-3, 6-2 in a gripping battle on Monday to reach the Madrid Open quarter-finals.

Kompany hails Kane, 'ageing like fine wine' as Bayern face PSG in Champions League

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany on Monday hailed Harry Kane, saying the England captain was only getting better with age as the German giants get ready to face Paris Saint-Germain in their heavyweight Champions League semi-final.

Sabalenka reaches Madrid Open quarters, Gauff bows out