Matt Fitzpatrick extends European Masters advantage
Matt Fitzpatrick is closing in on a Ryder Cup place and equalling a Seve Ballesteros record after moving two shots clear at the Omega European Masters.
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Haaland hits hat-trick to take Man City top, Son treble inspires Spurs
MANCHESTER, United Kingdom: Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick as Manchester City maintained their perfect Premier League start with a 5-1 thrashing of Fulham on Saturday, as Son Heung-min’s also netted three times in Tottenham’s 5-2 victory at Burnley. But Chelsea’s huge investment in the transfer market is still to reap reward as the Blues were beaten 1-0 at home by Nottingham Forest. In keeping with the early weeks of the season, City were good enough for the three points without ever hitting top gear. The English champions were without manager Pep Guardiola as he recovers from back surgery in his native Catalonia. The home side had not had a shot on target until Julian Alvarez turned home Haaland’s cross to open the scoring on 31 minutes. Fulham, who were missing influential midfielder Joao Palhinha after his deadline day move to Bayern Munich collapsed on Friday, responded immediately when Tim Ream tapped in from a corner. City needed a set-piece of their own to restore the lead in controversial circumstances. Nathan Ake’s header was allowed to stand despite Manuel Akanji, who was in an offside position, jumping over the ball. Haaland then exploded after the break.
Farrell: Ireland are ready to roll with the punches
Over the course of the last two years, Ireland have often found themselves backed into a corner.
From no-hopers to favourites: How defending champion Boks' fortunes have changed in four years
The Springboks' Rugby World Cup preparations concluded in the hot and humid climes of the Mediterranean island of Corsica, much like they applied the finishing touches for 2019 in similar conditions in Japan.
South Africa coach Nienaber expects fine margins to decide World Cup
The Rugby World Cup in France is set to be the most open in history, according to South Africa coach Jacques Nienaber, who says his Springbok side are better prepared now than when they lifted the trophy in Japan four years ago.
Manu Gandas, Shubhankar Sharma Struggle In First Round At Crans-Montana
Indian golfers Manu Gandas and Shubhankar Sharma struggled in the first round of the Omega European Masters and were placed tied 68th and tied 122nd respectively. Gandas had four birdies but also gave away three bogeys in his card of 1-under 69 at the Par-70 course. He needed a good round to make the weekend at Crans Montana, one of the most iconic golf courses on the DP World Tour. India's star player, Sharma, had an off day as he finished at 2-over 72 in the first round and needed a very low round to make the cut.
Photo essay: Rugby helps Japan's elderly citizens stay active
When you think of rugby, mental well-being is not likely to be one of the first things that comes to mind.
Briton Fitzpatrick takes European Masters lead to boost Ryder Cup hopes
Matt Fitzpatrick celebrated his 29th birthday by storming into the lead following the European Masters second round at Crans-sur-Sierre in Switzerland on Friday, boosting his chances of claiming a place in the European Ryder Cup team.