TAG Heuer becomes Monaco GP's first title sponsor
Formula One's showcase Monaco Grand Prix will have a title sponsor, TAG Heuer, for the first time in nearly 100 years as a result of the sport's new partnership with French luxury giant LVMH.
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DR Congo writes to F1 urging suspension of Rwanda race talks
LONDON : The Democratic Republic of Congo has urged Formula One to end talks with Rwanda over hosting a race, saying the Liberty Media-owned sport risks having its brand "smeared by a blood-stained association".
Gill smashes hundred, India sweep ODI series against England
AHMEDABAD, India : India completed a 3-0 series sweep against England after Shubman Gill's fluent hundred, helped by some incisive bowling, secured their victory by 142 runs in the final one day international in Ahmedabad on Wednesday.
US Open mixed doubles champions criticise format changes
The U.S. Open's revamped mixed doubles format is a "profound injustice" that disrespects the players, reigning champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori have said.
Barcelona to face Atletico in Copa semis
MADRID : Barcelona will play Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey semi-finals after they were paired together in the draw on Wednesday, and Real Madrid will face Real Sociedad in the other last-four clash.
Arsenal's Havertz may be out for season with hamstring injury, say reports
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz could miss the rest of the season after tearing his hamstring in training, British media reported on Wednesday, a blow that could leave the club's attack threadbare following a number of injuries.
Revived Australians target New Zealand's Super Rugby stranglehold
SYDNEY : The 30th season of Super Rugby gets underway this weekend with just 11 teams playing in another new format but hopes that the green shoots of a revival in Australian rugby might bring a bit more of an edge to the competition.
Thailand inches closer to potential F1 race bid, but would it spark more smiles than frowns?
BANGKOK: Thailand’s plans for a Bangkok-based Formula 1 (F1) race could be gaining speed, a move which some experts say could boost local and regional business and tourism, though others warn of potential costs.