Brazil striker 'banned for two years' amid Manchester United transfer links
Manchester United-linked Gabriel Barbosa has been banned from football for two years following a doping fraud investigation, which he will appeal.
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Lyon backs veteran Australia test squad to keep playing past next Ashes series
Most players in Australia's test squad are "closer to the end than the start" of their careers but they should be able to play on for another three to five years after working hard on their fitness and looking after their bodies, bowler Nathan Lyon said.
Perth to kick off India's blockbuster test tour of Australia
MELBOURNE : Perth will host the opener of the blockbuster five-test Australia-India series in November, which will conclude with the traditional New Year's test in Sydney, Cricket Australia said on Tuesday.
Carlos Alcaraz Sinks Gael Monfils To Advance In Miami Open
Top seed Carlos Alcaraz powered into the fourth round of the Miami Open with a 6-2, 6-4 win over French veteran Gael Monfils at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday. The 37-year-old Monfils was coping well with the power play of the talented Spaniard until he hurt his ankle in the fifth game. While Monfils carried on bravely, bringing out some wonderful defensive shots from Alcaraz, the world number two was too much for the Parisian. There were plenty of smiles, in between the occasional wince from Monfils, who enjoyed some entertaining rallies where Alcaraz could show his deftness of touch.
Brazil's Gabigol Handed Two-Year Ban For Anti-Doping 'Fraud'
Flamengo's international forward Gabriel Barbosa was suspended for two years on Monday for attempted fraud during a doping test, a Brazilian sports court said. Known as Gabigol, the 27-year-old Brazilian was alleged to have been uncooperative during a surprise doping test at club headquarters in Rio de Janeiro. The punishment, which can be appealed, is backdated to April 8 last year, when the events occurred. He failed to comply with the schedule, disrespected the doping officers and refused to obey instructions, local media said.
Big boost for ailing Crusaders as Chiefs rest McKenzie
The winless Canterbury Crusaders have received a major boost with the news that Waikato Chiefs coach Clayton McMillan will be resting All Black Damian McKenzie for this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific clash.
Flamengo forward Gabriel Barbosa suspended for two years in anti-doping case
Flamengo's former Brazil forward Gabriel Barbosa Almeida was suspended for two years by a Brazilian sports court on Monday for attempted anti-doping fraud.
Lukaku fit to face England as Belgium seek improvement
Belgium's record scorer Romelu Lukaku will be fit to face England in a friendly at Wembley on Tuesday and adds considerable firepower to an attack that looked devoid of ideas in the disappointing 0-0 draw with Ireland last weekend.