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Tennis legend Pete Sampras makes rare public outing... a year after stunning fans with his

A tennis legend has made a rare public outing as he was photographed during a coffee run. The ex-pro, now 53 years old, was in Beverley Hills as he donned a grey Nike t-shirt, sunglasses and blue jeans. And nearly a year after he stepped out carrying a Starbucks order, he did the same on Wednesday as the 14-time Grand Slam champion was hard to recognize.

Football fans all make the same joke about Bill Belichick interviewing for the North

The revelation that legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick has interviewed for North Carolina 's vacant head-coaching position has been met with the inevitable jokes.

The popstar's relationship with one of the biggest football stars in the country is going from strength to strength, and while Taylor doesn't post much about him publicly, she made her thoughts clear online.

2024 marked a high for women's sports with numbers getting shattered in ratings, attendance, and sponsorships. Of course, the earnings skyrocketed for the athletes with the growth of their audiences.

Every day we'll challenge you to name a different starting XI from the Premier League era. We'll give you a team's rough formation, and the number of letters in each player's name. Then it's up to you!

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TIM HOWARD: Let's imagine a scenario: a Premier League team has a racist in the dressing room and that player decides they don't want to join a campaign to end racial discrimination.

Manchester City have been handed the headline match of the FIFA Club World Cup group stage as Pep Guardiola's side discovered their opponents for next summer's tournament.

A girls volleyball team in California has been honored by Riley Gaines for forfeiting a playoff game against a rival high school in protest over a transgender player.

David Beckham posts emotional tribute to Man United's much-loved receptionist Kath Phipps

David Beckham has paid tribute to Manchester United's much-loved receptionist Kath Phipps after she tragically passed away at the age of 85. The Premier League club announced news of her passing on Thursday, with United penning a heartfelt 454-word tribute to honour Phipps, who worked for 55 years in a variety of roles at the club. In the tribute, United hailed Phipps as an 'omnipresent figure since the late 1960s' and a 'one-woman institution'.

Bill Belichick interviews for shock head coaching position as he eyes bombshell return to

Bill Belichick has interviewed for a hugely  The legendary Patriots coach has been away from the sideline since he and New England parted ways earlier this year. ESPN's Adam Schefter previously reported that Belichick was expected to be 'choosy' in picking out a potential next job.

The Toffees have played at the iconic Goodison Park since 1892, with the ground hosting an FA Cup final as well as a semi-final at the 1966 World Cup in that time. They move home next summer.

Ivanka Trump stuns at Club World Cup draw as Donald delivers verdict on son Barron's

Ivanka Trump made a dazzling appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup Draw to play a crucial role at the event on Thursday.  Ivanka, the daughter of president-elect Donald Trump, had the honor of starting the draw, which took place in Miami.  She was joined by her 11-year-old son Theodore and eight-time Grammy Award winner Gloria Estefan on stage as they kicked off the team lottery for the controversial post-season tournament, which will take place next year.

The analyst and star of 'First Take' is currently negotiating with the network, with reports this week claiming Smith is close to agreeing a six-year, $120million extension.

He played 10 seasons in the major leagues, mostly with the Chicago White Sox, before working as an analyst for more than 20 years.

Kylie Kelce fires back at critics after she admitted to swearing in front of her children

Kylie Kelce, the wife of former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce, is hitting back at those who take offense at her use of curse words in front of her children. In a trailer for her brand-new 'Not Gonna Lie' podcast, which debuted on Thursday, Kelce admitted that she swears in front of her three daughters - Wyatt, Elliotte, and Bennett - 'on a daily basis'. Kelce, who is pregnant with a fourth daughter, decided to hit back - specifically to a New York Post article about her admission.

IAN LADYMAN: A few years ago, Sky TV invited Dominic Calvert-Lewin on to their Monday night football show to help Gary Neville with his analysis of that night's Everton game.

Just weeks after leaving north London, he became a globally-known name, starring for his national side in the World Cup in 2002 by scoring goals in consecutive games.

Max Verstappen labelled a 'bully' by George Russell as Formula One star claims Red Bull

George Russell has claimed that 'bully' Max Verstappen told him he would, 'Put me on my f****** head in the wall.' The British driver was providing his side of events after the world champion called him two-faced for the evidence he gave to the stewards in Qatar last Saturday night. Verstappen was furious at being demoted a place after taking pole position for driving 'unnecessarily slowly' as they prepared for their final flying laps in qualifying, though he claimed the lead at the start and won the race.

The move comes amid growing resentment among fans over the club's decision to raise the price of tickets for members to £66 and scrap concessions for children and pensioners.

Virgil van Dijk has called on Liverpool to not get carried away with being the runaway Premier League leaders - and said they were 'poor in all aspects' in their 3-3 draw at Newcastle.

How X-Games champion Leticia Bufoni has given up control - with the help of driver Amanda

EXCLUSIVE - JAKE NISSE IN LOS ANGELES: On a dusty desert racetrack two hours Northeast of Los Angeles, Leticia Bufoni found herself in an uncomfortable situation. The Brazilian skateboarder - who once performed a trick while jumping out of an airplane - is no stranger to an adrenaline rush, and has taken up racing herself in the last few years. But this was out of her comfort zone. 'I wasn't born to be a passenger seat person,' she told Mail Sport, after being whipped by drifter Amanda Sorensen.

Hailey Davidson's potential paths to the women's tours and major championships were closed off to her when the LPGA Tour announced a dramatic change to its gender policy Wednesday.

The player, who has played 10 games this season, requires surgery on an ankle injury that will mean he misses the rest of the season.

LPGA's trans ban is a 'win for women,' claim celebrating professional players... but

The LPGA Tour's gender policy change to bar transgender players from competing in women's golf has been celebrated as a victory. But for some players, the move is a little too late. The damage is already done. Following months of women's golf being embroiled in controversy, the LPGA Tour and USGA made a change in its gender policy Wednesday, having huge repercussions for transgender players. The announcement followed months of pressure, criticism and, in some cases, 'praying' from the sport's female professionals, including LPGA veteran Amy Olson and professional Lauren Miller.

A college's athletic director has apologized for the school's basketball fans directing an offensive chant towards BYU.

Arkansas sports writer Bob Holt has died at the age of 65 four days after collapsing following a press conference from a football game between the University of Arkansas and the University of Missouri.

Fans all say the same thing as resurfaced clip of Barron Trump's soccer highlights goes viral

Barron Trump's soccer skills have made waves online, with many social media users left stunned over one key detail.  The 18-year-old, an avid soccer fan, has played the sport throughout his childhood, even reportedly honing his skills with an MLS club's youth team.  And a highlight reel of his skills on the pitch went viral on YouTube , catching the attention of over 36,000 viewers.

The Belgian moved to the Etihad in 2015 from Wolfsburg in a transfer worth £54million and he has since becoming a City legend, playing 394 matches for the side and winning 14 major trophies.

The Hammers hierarchy have held crunch talks today to decide Lopetegui's future, with the prospect of sacking their head coach seriously considered.

Ex-ESPN insider Adrian Wojnarowski reveals cancer bombshell as fresh details about his

Adrian Wojnarowski's shock retirement from ESPN came after he was diagnosed with prostate cancer, it has been revealed. The NBA insider stunned the basketball world in September when he left journalism to become the general manager of the men's basketball program at St. Bonaventure, his alma mater. And in a new interview with Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix, Wojnarowski shared that he was diagnosed with early-stage cancer in march.

Palmer, 22, is in the midst of another stunning season, with the attacking midfielder having scored nine goals and added six assists in just 14 Premier League games.

The Ontario Hockey League (OHL) has suspended a player on the Saginaw Spirit after he launched donated teddy bears off the ice and into the crowd during a game against Sarnia Sunday.

Out-of-contract XI: Liverpool's title-chasing trio, the former heir to Lionel Messi and

The landmark 1995 Bosman ruling immortalised an otherwise obscure Belgium footballer and changed the sport he played forever.  In the 21 years that have followed, the likes of Robert Lewandowski, Andrea Pirlo, Sol Campbell and even Lionel Messi have all utilised this freedom. Will the names of Trent Alexander-Arnold, Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah be added to this list next year?  The terrifying prospect moves closer to a reality for Liverpool as January 1 approaches and the trio are able to agree pre-contracts with foreign clubs. Last week, French outlet L'Equipe claimed that Salah, who is enjoying his most productive season at Anfield, would be open to a move to PSG.

Jacksonville quarterback Lawrence looks set to miss the rest of the NFL season after suffering a concussion in a controversial collision with Texans star Al-Shaair.

Kylie Kelce, the wife of retired Philadelphia Eagles star Jason Kelce, is fighting back against claims that one of her daughters looks similar to her husband's brother.

Why Pep Guardiola is insisting on targeting Bruno Guimaraes, Arsenal appointment could up

CRAIG HOPE: Bruno Guimaraes is on Manchester City's shortlist of midfield targets, with Pep Guardiola thought to have insisted on his inclusion. Sources in Manchester say the Premier League champions are looking to sign two midfielders - at least one in January - and that City could test Newcastle's resolve, be that in the New Year or summer. Eddie Howe would resist any mid-season sales of key players such as Guimaraes, especially as he is the team's captain and so central to how they play.

Man United's receptionist Kath Phipps dead at 85: Wayne Rooney leads tributes as 'always

Manchester United's much-loved receptionist Kath Phipps has died at the age of 85, the Premier League club confirmed on Thursday. Described as an 'omnipresent figure since the late 1960s' and a 'one-woman institution', Man United wrote a heartfelt 454-word tribute to honour Phipps, who worked for 55 years in a variety of roles at the club. The statement read: 'We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved colleague Kath Phipps at the age of 85.

Havertz took time to settle, perhaps burdened by his £62m price tag and hungover from a mixed stint at Chelsea where multiple managers had stuggled to find the right position for him.

The 39-year-old, who signed a deal to join Ferrari from 2025, has won six of his seven world championships with the Silver Arrows but his final campaign with the team has not been plain sailing.

Shaquille O'Neal stuns 'Inside The NBA' colleagues with slam dunk at 52

Shaquille O'Neal proved that he has not lost his jumping ability with age by dunking inside TNT's Studio J during Tuesday's Inside The NBA episode. As they routinely do on the program, the 52-year-old Hall of Famer and his colleagues Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith got into a fun verbal spar. This time, the latter two insisted that O'Neal could no longer dunk like he did during his playing days.

NATHAN SALT: When Man United fans allowed themselves to get swept up in the excitement of the start of the Ruben Amorim era, United's new head coach knew to keep his feet on the ground.

NFL fans had a field day in the comment section after Giants legend Eli Manning posted about riding the New York City Subway for the first time.

Revealed: Wolves held talks with Graham Potter last month and are actively seeking

O'Neil's position is hanging by a thread after the humiliating 4-0 defeat at Everton on December 4 that saw angry fans turn on the manager and his players. Wolves' next match is at West Ham on Monday and at the moment, the main thing keeping O'Neil in his role is the lack of a suitable replacement. When the talks with Potter happened, it is thought the former Brighton and Chelsea boss was unconvinced Wolves had the tools to stay out of the Championship, with limited room for manoeuvre in the January transfer window.

A leak by the WNBA has forced its new expansion franchise in Toronto to unveil their name and logo earlier than expected. The league's website accidentally revealed the team's identity Tuesday.

Toto Wolff dubs Christian Horner a 'yapping little terrier' as the Mercedes team principal

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has poured gasoline on the war of words between his constructor and rivals Red Bull by describing Christian Horner as a 'yapping little terrier'. With just days to go until the final race of the season, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, tensions between the two teams are aflame as Thursday saw George Russell call Max Verstappen a bully and claim that the world champion had threatened to 'put (him) in a wall ahead of last weekend's Qatar Grand Prix.

Charlotte Dujardin breaks her silence - and reveals she is pregnant - after disgraced

Double individual Olympic dressage champion Charlotte Dujardin says she 'fully respects' the International Federation for Equestrian Sports' decision to suspend her for one-year following a horse whipping controversy, and revealed her pregnancy in a statement issued on Thursday.  Dujardin was provisionally suspended by the FEI on July 23 as it launched an investigation into a video from four years ago showing her making what she described as 'an error of judgement' during a coaching session.

JAKE FENNER IN CONNECTICUT: At the Massachusetts-Connecticut border, you will see a large blue sign: 'Welcome to Connecticut: Home of The Basketball Capitol of the World.'

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy continues to divide players, experts and fans as the team struggles. But Dak Prescott has made up his mind.

Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair gives shocking reaction to NFL ban for vicious hit on

Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair has reacted to the NFL's decision to uphold its three-game suspension after his vicious hit on Trevor Lawrence last Sunday.

The proposal is for a three-tier competition to start in either September 2025 or 2026 and to run midweek alongside domestic divisions, which would signal the collapse of the Champions League.

The 39-year-old veteran, who officially joins the Scuderia after Sunday's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, will wave farewell to Mercedes after a fruitful nine-year stint with the Silver Arrows.

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Caitlin Clark departed college basketball with an undeniable legacy. A national champion and a fellow Player of the Year are just some of the candidates to take the baton from Clark.

   

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