Djokovic targets Slam glory in Paris

Novak Djokovic has set his sights on finally ending his long wait to be crowned French Open champion next year and complete a career Grand Slam.

Federer's aching back could derail his Davis Cup dream

In a potential blow to Switzerland's Davis Cup ambitions, Roger Federer pulled out of the ATP Finals less than one hour before his title match against Novak Djokovic on Sunday, handing a third straight title at the year-end event to the top-ranked Serb.

Bryans claim fourth Tour Finals title

American twins Bob and Mike Bryan underlined their status as the best doubles pair in the world as they claimed the ATP Tour Finals title for the fourth time on Sunday.

Nishikori firmly focused on first Slam title

Kei Nishikori believes his strong showing at the ATP Tour Finals will provide the perfect springboard to win his first Grand Slam crown next year.

Klitschko makes short work of Pulev

Wladimir Klitschko knocked out previously unbeaten Kubrat Pulev in the fifth round to retain his four heavyweight belts in Hamburg on Saturday night.

Conference call could determine Peterson's fate

Adrian Peterson will have a hearing via conference call on Monday about possible reinstatement with the Minnesota Vikings.

Springboks post 'astute' triumph at Twickenham

South Africa coach Heyneke Meyer said his side had played "World Cup-winning rugby" after seeing off 2015 tournament host England 31-28 at Twickenham on Saturday.

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Rooney paces England comeback

England manager Roy Hodgson conceded his side played some "sterile" soccer but still felt it was a worthy winner after recovering to beat Slovenia 3-1 in its Euro 2016 Group E qualifier at Wembley on Saturday.

Advocaat quits Serbia; Ranieri's status in limbo

Much-traveled Dutchman Dick Advocaat resigned as Serbia coach on Saturday, a day after a 3-1 Euro 2016 qualifying loss at home to Denmark, the national soccer federation said.

European clubs could go it alone

The head of the German soccer league (DFL) said the crisis at FIFA over the 2022 and 2018 World Cup bid process could raise questions about its credibility and thoughts of Europe breaking away from world soccer's governing body.

Aussies bristle atvote-buying allegations

Football Federation Australia hit back on Friday at a FIFA report that alleges taxpayer money went to buy votes during its bid for the 2022 World Cup, insisting it conducted a clean bid campaign.