Decade-long wait ends in glory for Cseh

Laszlo Cseh admitted he fought back tears after winning the 200m butterfly gold at the world swimming championships on Wednesday to capture his first major title in a decade.

Search called off for missing Russian freediving legend

One of the world's greatest free-divers, Russia's Natalia Molchanova, is feared dead after disappearing during a dive off Spain's Balearic Islands, officials said on Wednesday.

Blues still the blokes to beat

Defending champion Chelsea has made few changes as EPL kicks off

Bayern edges Real to hoist Audi Cup

A late goal from Polish international Robert Lewandowski sealed a 1-0 victory for German champion Bayern Munich over Spanish giant Real Madrid in the final of the preseason Audi Cup tournament on Wednesday.

Angry Messi loses his cool

Lionel Messi was at the center of a head-butting controversy on Wednesday as Barcelona cruised to a 3-0 victory over Serie A side Roma in a preseason friendly at Camp Nou.

Spieth aiming to be top gun with victory in Ohio

Bridgestone triumph would vault Texan into the No 1 spot

Tiger tinkering with pursuit of playoffs

Tiger Woods took a pass on playing an opposite-field event this week in Nevada, meaning his season could end next week at the PGA Championship.

It's all in the family for South Korea's An

Next summer's Olympics promise to be a family affair for South Korean golfer An Byeong-hun when the sport tees off in Rio de Janeiro after a 112-year absence.

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Seeking a United balance

After returning to the Premier League's top four, Manchester United has once again recruited extensively - but there are concerns about the balance of its squad ahead of the new season.

Youth movement

From Ryan Giggs to Harry Kane via Michael Owen, Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo, the Premier League has proved a breeding ground for some of European soccer's biggest stars.

Spain's soccer armada drops anchor in China

The Spanish Football League is planning to extend its presence in the China market through greater cooperation with local authorities and soccer clubs.