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Tottenham ready to sell five stars as Ange Postecoglou identifies two transfer priorities

Ange Postecoglou is planning to make notable changes to his Tottenham squad in the summer transfer window and his budget will be supplemented by a series of first-team player sales


Indy 500: Power leads Penske 1-2-3 with 233.758mph qualifying run

Will Power led an early Team Penske sweep after the initial qualifying attempts through the running order for the 108th running of the Indianapolis 500.


Makeshift Hurricanes hold off Moana Pasifika to retake Super Rugby Pacific lead

The team from the capital sneak past the tabletopping Blues, who will face Highlanders on Saturday.


Two F3 drivers hit with race bans for competing in other championships

Martinius Stenshorne and Nikola Tsolov has been suspended from competing in the Formula 3 Silverstone and Spa rounds after breaching the sporting regulations by competing in other championships.


Thiago Silva says Chelsea flops would have ROCKS thrown at them in Brazil in brutal parting shot

Thiago Silva will leave Chelsea at the end of the Premier League season and admits their efforts this term haven't been good enough - which would result in a huge backlash back in Brazil


Big bets landed as Poukawa wins maiden debut

A roundup of the week's racing.


Chelsea agree £56m transfer deal after blowing Barcelona and Bayern Munich out of water

Chelsea are finalising the finer details of an agreement with Palmeiras for 17-year-old Brazilian starlet Estevao Willian, who would not join the Blues until after his 18th birthday


What's behind the penalty confusion after Imola's chaotic F3 sprint?

Confusion reigned in the Formula 3 sprint race at Imola with top three Noel Leon, Oliver Goethe and Tim Tramnitz perplexed by the penalties and investigations surrounding them.


Sainz: Ferrari F1 upgrade expectations "completely out of reality"

Carlos Sainz says his Ferrari Formula 1 team's upgrade package for Imola "worked exactly as we expected", calming down the "out of reality" expectations in Italy.


Jurgen Klopp's demand ignored by Liverpool chiefs after 'show your class' request

Jurgen Klopp called on Liverpool to reward Joel Matip with a new contract following defender's knee injury but veteran centre back will also say goodbye to Anfield this weekend


Another offer for Jose Mourinho! Two clubs in talks to hire ex-Chelsea and Man Utd coach ahead of next season

Turkish side Besiktas have joined Fenerbahce in the race to sign Jose Mourinho as their next manager.


'Remember all that he has given to our game': All Blacks great Going dies, aged 80

The proud Northlander redefined halfback play.


'Bad's been really destructive': Kiwi Fox hopes fun is answer to uneven form at Valhalla

Compatriot Kazuma Kobori will make his Major debut at the PGA Championship.


Live updates: Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk

Follow all the action from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia as the two men fight for the undisputed heavyweight championship of the world.


Who is Scottie Scheffler, the golfer charged with assault outside tournament?

Who is Scottie Scheffler, the golfer charged with assault outside tournament? - Golfer is known by fans as a family man who regularly discusses his Christian faith and loved ones


Fury vs Usyk: Joseph Parker to keep keen eye on undisputed title fight; how to watch in NZ

The heavyweight titles haven't been unified since Lennox Lewis did so in 2000.


All Blacks legend Sid Going remembered by teammate as 'real hero'

When Sir Bryan Williams first saw Sid Going on the field, he was just a schoolboy. The pair would go on to make history together.


Black Ferns v Canada: Injury forces lone change for NZ rugby side in second Pacific Four test

Rugby: A familiar lineup will take to the pitch against Canada in Christchurch on Sunday.


'Lit up people's hearts': Tributes flow after death of legendary All Blacks halfback Going

'Super Sid' played 29 tests for New Zealand between 1967-77.


Wrexham Academy Executive Director Fires Shots at Pre-Ryan Reynolds Takeover Manager Following ‘Not Fast’ Jibe

The efforts taken to make Wrexham AFC what it is today are exemplary. They moved from fighting to survive in the higher levels of the English semi-professional league to being one of the most talked about clubs in lower-tier soccer. However, the old times and memories, much before Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s transformation occurred, […] The post Wrexham Academy Executive Director Fires Shots at Pre-Ryan Reynolds Takeover Manager Following...


Who won the Preakness Stakes in 2024? Full results, finish order & highlights from the race

Did Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan win the second leg of the Triple Crown, or did a competitor rise to take the prize?


Crusaders' playoff hopes hang by thread, after penalty try costs dearly against Brumbies

The defending champions need a lot of things to fall their way in the next two weeks.


Indoor sports centre ‘dead in water’ without council support

Indoor centre could host multiple sports and boost local economy.


Erik ten Hag in tug of war between two clubs as both believe he will soon face Man Utd axe

Erik ten Hag is looking for Sir Jim Ratcliffe to show his commitment by offering a new contract - but so far there have been no talks about an extension


Scottie Scheffler says ‘stretching in a jail cell was a first’ after arrest at PGA Championship

Scottie Scheffler says ‘stretching in a jail cell was a first’ after arrest at PGA Championship - The world number one said one officer had jokingly offered him ‘the full [prison] experience’ and gave him a sandwich as he waited behind bars


The Premier League has a title race problem – but Arsenal can fix it

The Premier League has a title race problem – but Arsenal can fix it - Man City are expected to win the Premier League on Sunday, but Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal can inject some drama into the final day


Indy 500 qualifying schedule: Times, TV channels, live streams to watch 2024 time trials

Find out everything you need to know ahead of Indy 500 qualifying.


Ruthless Blues hammer Highlanders in Auckland

The Blues have hammered the Highlanders at Eden Park.


Fury v Usyk: Opportunity awaits David Nyika in Ring of Fire undercard bout

'I’ve got big dreams, big aspirations, and this is a vehicle for me to get there.'


Extra-time heartbreak, as Phoenix fall short of first A-League final against Victory

The Wellingtonians could not cap a recordbreaking season in front of their biggest-ever crowd.


Fans Furious With CBS Broadcast Of PGA Championship

For the first two days of the PGA Championship, ESPN had nearly flawless coverage with very few commercials. Fast forward to Saturday afternoon, though and CBS is ruining that trend. Fans noticed early on during CBS' broadcast coverage that the network couldn't help but take a ridiculous amount of ...


Ange Postecoglou Claims Tottenham’s Loss to Manchester City Was ‘Worst Experience as Manager’

Ange Postecoglou had an eye-catching start to his Tottenham career. In his first 3 months in the English division, the Australian was voted the Premier League manager of the month. But, the recent months have not been too kind to the former Celtic boss. In the last 6 games, Spurs had 5 defeats! The loss […] The post Ange Postecoglou Claims Tottenham’s Loss to Manchester City Was ‘Worst Experience as Manager’ appeared first on EssentiallySports.


One-finger salute costs Mariners No.2 grand final spot

Danny Schofield won't be allowed to watch the Central Coast Mariners' grand final from the touchline after being sent off in their semi-final win.


PGMOL chiefs' view on Wolves proposal to scrap VAR emerges ahead of crunch Premier League vote

All 20 Premier League clubs - including Leicester City, Ipswich Town and the impending Championship play-off winners - will cast their vote on the technology at next month's AGM


'I floored Tyson Fury at 30% power – he never thought he would end up fighting Usyk'

Tyson Fury was floored for the first time in his professional career by Neven Pajkic in November 2011, with the Hollywood stunt double threatening to activate his retirement vow


Harry Kane sees ANOTHER trophy chance slip through fingers on final day of Bundesliga

Bayern Munich's forgettable season ended with a defeat and left them third in the Bundesliga - which means they and Harry Kane won't feature in the German Super Cup in a matter of months


Mercedes parting ways with F1 aero chief but will get Ferrari signings early

Mercedes is set to part ways with its Formula 1 chief aerodynamicist Gioacchino Vino, as it emerges the German manufacturer will get hold of two key signings from Ferrari early.


What we learned in Friday practice for the 2024 F1 Imola Grand Prix

F1’s return to Europe meant a raft of upgrades plus some tricky track characteristics, with Red Bull on the backfoot, and Ferrari and McLaren battling to grab the spotlight at Imola.


What time is the Preakness Stakes today? TV channel, post time, horses & more to watch 2024 Triple Crown race

Find out everything you need to know ahead of the 2024 Preakness Stakes, including the post time, TV channel and which horses are in the race.


Roberto De Zerbi sees potential new role denied after Brighton exit announcement

Roberto De Zerbi has confirmed that he'll leave Brighton but a switch to Bayern Munich appears to be off the cards after the German club's chief spoke out against a move


'That's football': Phoenix coach reflects on devastating end to historic A-League season

Giancarlo saw the silver linings in his team's heartbreaking semi-final defeat at heaving Sky Stadium.


Boxing fans forced to pay £25 to watch Fury v Usyk on pay-per-view

Furious boxing fans have labelled the lack of radio coverage for the Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk fight a 'tradegy' as supporters are forced to cough up £25 to watch the clash on pay-per-view.


Usyk crowned undisputed heavyweight boxing world champion with win over Fury

The Ukrainian is the first lineal champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.


Jurgen Klopp breaks silence on Arne Slot and new Liverpool arrivals - "I liked the signings"

Klopp admits quitting Anfield has been much harder than when he stepped down as coach of Mainz and Borussia Dortmund. He also reiterated that he will never manage another club in England


Tiger Woods blames one big factor for missing the cut at PGA Championship

Ultimately, the legendary golfer knows precisely why the two rounds were such a struggle for him.


The Red Bull turnaround behind Max Verstappen's Imola F1 pole

Unfamiliar feelings of gloom washed over the Red Bull camp after Formula 1's Friday practice sessions at the Imola Grand Prix, as Max Verstappen was "severely off the pace".


PGA Championship 2024 tee times: Sunday's Round 4 pairings at Valhalla

Valhalla Golf Club has produced plenty of final-round drama the three previous times it has hosted the PGA Championship, with playoff wins from Mark Brooks (1996) and Tiger Woods (2000) and a back-nine rally by Rory McIlroy (2014). And there’s no reason to think things will be any different this Sunday. A bunched leaderboard and a soft scoreable co...


Police report reveals details of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest as bus crash victim identified

Police report reveals details of Scottie Scheffler’s arrest as bus crash victim identified - Scheffler faces one Class C felony, which carries a five to 10 year prison term and fines up to $10,000


Fourth club enters race for Man Utd's Mason Greenwood as double transfer deal on cards

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has spent the 2023-24 campaign on loan at Getafe, but is now expected to leave Old Trafford permanently over the summer


Supercars Perth: Mostert ends Ford's victory drought

Chaz Mostert has taken his maiden win of the 2024 Supercars season after a dominant drive at Wanneroo Raceway in Western Australia.