Alcaraz wins in 56 minutes as ‘China’s Nadal’ extends fairytale
Carlos Alcaraz barrelled into the China Open quarter-finals on Sunday in just 56 minutes as 595th-ranked Zhang Shuai extended her historic run.
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Pogacar solos to first world road title
ZURICH : Unstoppable Slovenian Tadej Pogacar produced a stunning solo attack to win the men's road race title to bring the curtain down on the world championships in Zurich on Sunday.
Holger Rune Comes Back From Brink To Reach Japan Open Semifinals
Denmark's Holger Rune fought back from a match point down to reach the Japan Open semi-finals after beating Kei Nishikori 3-6, 6-2, 7-5 on Sunday. Rune, the number six seed, came back from the brink to win four straight games and end the Japanese veteran's challenge in front of a lively crowd in Tokyo. "It was about getting that first serve, and if I could save that match point I knew that I could put on pressure," said Rune, who will play either defending champion Ben Shelton or France's Arthur Fils in the semi-finals. "The momentum shifted a little bit. I lifted myself up, I was more positive." Nishikori, 34, has been plagued by injuries and he returned to Grand Slam competition at the French Open in May after an absence of almost three years.
O'Brien chasing third Prix de l'Arc with Los Angeles
Los Angeles is set to lead the Ballydoyle assault on next Sunday's Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – with Auguste Rodin also poised to be left in the race in case conditions at ParisLongchamp are quick.
Despite Lionel Messi Goal, Inter Miami Fail To Win Third Consecutive MLS Game
Lionel Messi grabbed the equaliser as a misfiring Inter Miami were held to a 1-1 draw at home against Charlotte FC in Major League Soccer on Saturday. Elsewhere, the Seattle Sounders, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, New York City, LAFC and Orlando City all secured their places in the playoffs. Despite the setback of a third straight draw, Miami -- already assured of a place in the playoffs -- remain top of the Eastern Conference and the Supporters Shield regular season standings.
Portugal minimum wage rises: How does it compare to EU counterparts?
The minimum wage in Portugal is set to rise to €870 a month in 2025 after the country's minister of labour said this week that the increase was "absolutely a done deal".
All Blacks coach Robertson 'pleased' despite runners-up finish
All Blacks coach Scott Robertson said he was pleased with his team's performances in the Rugby Championship despite a second place finish that saw the New Zealanders fail to add a 21st title to their record southern hemisphere haul.
First place this early is virtually meaningless, says Liverpool coach Slot
WOLVERHAMPTON, England : Liverpool manager Arne Slot is not getting carried away with his side topping the Premier League standings after their victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, their fourth win in all competitions in less than two weeks.