Scott Bemand believes battle against Japan will stand Ireland in good stead
Ireland boss Scott Bemand insisted his side’s strength in adversity will stand them in good stead for the rest of the World Cup after overcoming Japan 42-14.
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Ireland, South Africa cruise to Women’s Rugby World Cup wins
Ireland eased to a 42-14 victory over Japan to get their Women’s Rugby World Cup campaign off to an excellent start on Sunday, while South Africa claimed a 66-6 win against debutants Brazil thanks to a hat-trick of tries by No. 8 Aseza Hele in Northampton.
US Open day one
NEW YORK : Highlights of the first day at the U.S. Open at Flushing Meadows on Sunday (times GMT):
US Open begins earlier than normal at sun-kissed Flushing Meadows
NEW YORK :The U.S. Open started a day earlier than usual under a newlook extended schedule on Sunday, as the main draw at the year's final major stretches to 15 days amid a surge of popularity from New York's famously rowdy fans.
Ireland see off resilient Japan to win World Cup opener
Eve Higgins pounced with the key try as Ireland emerged from a test of character to launch their World Cup with a 42-14 victory over Japan.
Marquez remains unstoppable with Hungarian GP sprint win
Ducati's Marc Marquez led from start to finish at the Balaton Park Circuit to win his 13th sprint in 14 rounds this season for a commanding victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix on Saturday to extend his championship lead to 152 points.
Canada's Brooke Henderson moves into a tie for 5th at CPKC Women's Open
Even Brooke Henderson, the winningest professional golfer in Canadian history, can still learn on the job.
2026 World Cup draw to be held at Kennedy Center in December - ESPN
The draw for the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup will take place at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. on Dec. 5, U.S. President Donald Trump announced Friday.