Robertson to retain Ryan as All Blacks forwards coach
MELBOURNE : New Zealand coach-in-waiting Scott Robertson will retain Jason Ryan as All Blacks forwards coach, reviving the partnership that built a dynasty at the Canterbury Crusaders.
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European lawmakers want Olympics ban for Russia, Belarus
GENEVA — European lawmakers urged the International Olympic Committee on Tuesday to exclude Russian and Belarusian athletes from the 2024 Paris Games rather than keep seeking ways to let them compete as neutrals in international sport.
Liverpool still have to improve despite recent uptick in form, says Klopp
Liverpool still have room for improvement despite a resurgence in recent Premier League games, manager Jurgen Klopp said on Tuesday as they look to secure a European qualifying spot after a poor season.
Toni Nadal optimistic over Rafa's French Open participation
Rafael Nadal's uncle and former coach, Toni Nadal, is optimistic his nephew will play at the French Open, but admitted on Tuesday that the record 14-time champion will not arrive under ideal circumstances.
Hogwarts-sur-Seine: The Harry Potter experience comes to Paris
We also take a look at an exhibition that puts athletic excellence on the podium right next to artistic masterpieces ahead of the Paris Olympics in 2024.
Britain and France query state funding of Russian and Belarusian athletes
Britain and France's sports ministers insisted on Tuesday that Russian and Belarusian athletes must never compete as neutrals as recommended by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) because they could still be funded by their governments.
I'm Not Nadal's Replacement,' Says Alcaraz As French Open Hopes Boosted
Carlos Alcaraz insisted Sunday that he is not Rafael Nadal's "replacement" as the teenager comfortably defended his Barcelona title, bolstering his bid to succeed his compatriot as French Open champion. The 19-year-old brushed aside Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 6-4 to add the Barcelona trophy to wins in Buenos Aires and Indian Wells in 2023. He now has nine career titles. With 14-time French Open champion Nadal sidelined since January with a hip injury and world number one and two-time Roland Garros winner Novak Djokovic struggling with an elbow problem, Alcaraz reinforced his credentials as a major contender to add the clay-court Grand Slam title to the US Open he captured last year.
Premier League: Mikel Arteta Says 'Incredible Opportunity' Awaits Arsenal At Manchester City
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged his Premier League leaders to make the most of an "incredible opportunity" when they travel to nearest challengers Manchester City on Wednesday. The Gunners are five points clear of second-placed City but have played two games more than the reigning champions. Anything other than a first away win against City since 2015 would leave the destiny of the title in Pep Guardiola's side's hands. Arsenal have drawn their last three league games, raising doubts over whether a youthful side can deliver the north London club's first Premier League crown in 19 years.