Agassi 'shockingly uncomfortable'

American legend Andre Agassi said the International Premier Tennis League should carve out a lasting place in the sport despite a "shockingly uncomfortable" debut as he crashed to Mark Philippoussis on Tuesday.

Cilic predicts another new Slam winner next year

US Open champion Marin Cilic said on Tuesday there was a strong chance of another new Grand Slam winner next year as men's tennis opens up and the 'Big Four' era winds down.

Seager finalizes 7-year, $100m contract

All-Star third baseman Kyle Seager and Seattle finalized a $100 million, seven-year contract on Tuesday, the third nine-figure deal for the suddenly high-spending Mariners.

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Sun can't shine in Aussie pools

Olympic and world champion swimmer Sun Yang has been banned from training in Australia in the wake of a three-month ban for a doping violation.

Fina honors Chinese trio

Three Chinese aquatics stars have been named FINA Athletes of the Year by swimming's world governing body.

Guangzhou eyes Fred move

Guangzhou Evergrande could launch a bid to sign former Brazil striker Fred in what would represent one of the biggest coups in the history of the Chinese Super League.

Stars aim to make positive splash

American great Ryan Lochte will join other stars in trying to give swimming a positive spin at this week's world short-course championships, following an uncomfortable few weeks for the sport.

Hangzhou to host worlds

World swimming governing body FINA on Tuesday confirmed Hangzhou will host the 2018 world short-course championships.

Tiger makes comeback at own event

Tiger Woods returns to competition after a four-month injury layoff this week at Isleworth, the same gated community where his historic golf career began to unravel five years ago.

Bach sure Blatter will keep his word over Qatar Cup

There will be no clash between the 2022 Winter Olympics and the controversy-plagued World Cup finals to be hosted by Qatar the same year, International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach told the BBC on Monday.