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Slideshow: Mystik Dan wins the 150th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs

Photos as Mystik Dan and jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. won Kentucky Derby 2024 at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, May 4.

Real Madrid claim 36th Spanish title after Girona stun Barca

Real Madrid earned what coach Carlo Ancelotti said was a "deserved" La Liga title on Saturday after beating Cadiz 3-0 and Girona sealed it with a stunning 4-2 victory over Barcelona.

Hamilton: Magnussen’s honesty over "stupid" tactics “pretty cool”

Lewis Hamilton said he welcomed Kevin Magnussen’s honesty in admitting that his ultra-defensive “stupid tactics” in Miami’s Formula 1 sprint race were down to trying to help his team.

Mumbai Indians' story is finished in IPL 2024, says Irfan Pathan

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): Following Kolkata Knight Riders' (KKR) 24-run win over Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 at the Wankhede Stadium, former cricketer Irfan Pathan said the hosts' "story is finished" in the ongoing season of the T20 tournament. Pathan shared a video on his official Instagram account where he said the Mumbai-based franchise had a good side on paper but was not managed well. He...

Former Liverpool man slams Slot for ‘lacking class’ in interview with Klopp ‘still the manager’

Arne Slot has been told by former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock that he "lacked class" during an interview about the job at Anfield.

Where are they now? The 5 Man Utd teenagers handed Premier League debuts by Erik ten Hag

Say what you like about Erik ten Hag — for better or for worse, he ain't afraid to play the kids.

LaLiga top scorers as Real Madrid win title ahead of Barcelona

Following the confirmation of Real Madrid as LaLiga Champions on Saturday, DAILY POST reports the top scorers in the Spanish top-flight league this season. Girona’s Artem Dovbyk is currently the top scorer in the LaLiga with 20 goals with four games left. Dovbyk is ahead of Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham, who has 18 goals. Recall that Barcelona were...

Alonso: Hamilton will escape penalty for Turn 1 clash because he is not Spanish

A disappointed Fernando Alonso reckons Lewis Hamilton will escape a penalty for ‘ruining’ people’s races at Turn 1 of Miami’s Formula 1 sprint because he is not Spanish.

The tragic death of future Bundesliga star Junior Malanda

"One of the most unselfish people I have met...": DC's Fraser McGurk on Warner

New Delhi [India], May 4 (ANI): The young Delhi Capitals (DC) opener Jake Fraser McGurk opened up on his bonding with Australian opener David Warner, saying that he is one of the most unselfish guys he has met. The young power-hitting duo of Tristan Stubbs and McGurk opened up on playing the Indian Premier League (IPL), their golf outings together, playing the IPL ahead of their side's game against Rajasthan Royals on May 7 at Delhi's Arun...

LaLiga: Modric makes all time history as Real Madrid beat Cadiz 3-0

Luka Modric has carved out a small piece of history for himself as Real Madrid secured their 36th league title on Saturday. Modric featured for the LaLiga champions as they beat Cadiz 3-0. Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti opted to shuffle his pack on Saturday with former Chelsea boss pairing Modric with Dani Ceballos in midfield for the Cadiz g...

Chinese athletics star criticized for makeup in competition

Wu Yanni has been criticized by the online community for wearing heavy makeup and wearing revealing clothes in the 100m hurdles at Diamond League events in China, where she finished last.

EPL Table: Arsenal open four-point gap over Man City with Bournemouth win

Arsenal have again extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table, thanks to a 3-0 win over Bournemouth on Saturday. The Gunners dominated the opening exchanges and took the lead through Bukayo Saka. Kai Havertz was fouled in the area and after an extensive VAR check, Saka rolled in his spot-kick. The Cherries threatened several times a...

Ricciardo: No point in talking to unapologetic Stroll over F1 China clash

Daniel Ricciardo says Lance Stroll hasn't cleared the air with him over their Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix clash, but suggested there is little point if Stroll isn't actually sorry.

Arsenal 3-0 Bournemouth: Gunners pass another test as Saka and Co. pile pressure on Man City

Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard and Declan Rice scored against Bournemouth as Arsenal won 3-0 to move four points clear at the top of the Premier League.

EPL: They’re champions — Joe Cole on team that may win title

Former Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole has said that he sees no fault in the current Arsenal team, insisting that Mikel Arteta’s side looks like champions. This was following the Gunners’ 3-0 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday. The Gunners defeated the Cherries at the Emirates with a calm, composed and extremely clinical performance...

"Dhoni is playing father's role in my cricket life": CSK's Matheesha Pathirana

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], May 4 (ANI): Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sri Lankan pacer Matheesha Pathirana said that the legendary MS Dhoni plays a "father's role" in his cricket life and urged the cricketing icon to play for one more season in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The five-time champions will be locking horns with Punjab Kings at Dharamshala on Sunday. This will be a crucial game for CSK as far as their playoff chances are...

Alonso will speak to FIA about F1 stewards' bias as "nationality matters"

Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso has doubled down on his feeling that his nationality is influencing how his on-track actions are being judged in Formula 1.

Carragher exclusive: Messi, Ronaldo ‘can’t stand each other’, but one would have found rivalry ‘tougher’

Jamie Carragher says Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo probably 'can't stand each other' - and he doesn't think their level of rivalry will be seen again.

6 players Man Utd cashed in on at the perfect time: Rashford next?

There's an art to knowing when to sell your prized assets. It's nuanced. Even United have got it right sometimes...

EPL: He finishes things off in style – Piers Morgan praises Arsenal star

Piers Morgan, an avid Arsenal supporter, applauded Declan Rice for his performance in Arsenal’s 3-0 victory over Bournemouth on Saturday, as the Gunners extended their lead atop the Premier League standings. Bukayo Saka, Leandro Trossard and Rice were the goal scorers in the contest. Morgan, in a tweet on his X account, praised Rice for being a rel...

IPL 2024: RCB survive middle-over scare, Faf-Virat power team to four-wicket win over GT

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 4 (ANI): Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) managed to survive a middle-over scare of quick wickets despite an explosive partnership between skipper Faf Du Plessis and Virat Kohli to record a four-wicket win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Saturday. RCB has jumped to the seventh place in the points table, with four wins and seven losses, giving them eight points. With...

Are Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka deservedly in Arsenal’s all-time best 11?

WAFU Cup: Golden Eaglets begin title defence against Burkina Faso

The Golden Eaglets of Nigeria will begin the defence of their WAFU B U-17 Championship title against Burkina Faso, DAILY POST reports. The encounter is slated for the University Stadium on Thursday, May 16. Manu Garba’s side’s second game against Niger will hold at the University Stadium three days later. The holder’s final group game against Togo ...

F1 Miami Grand Prix – Start time, starting grid, how to watch, & more

Max Verstappen will start from pole position after topping qualifying for the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. Here's how and when you can watch the race.

Former Tottenham winger Terry Medwin dies aged 91: a look back at his career

ISL 2023-24: Full list of award winners

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 5 (ANI): The Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 concluded with Mumbai City FC clinching the ISL Cup, overcoming defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-1 at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan Stadium in Kolkata on Saturday.In a dramatic turnaround, the Islanders rallied with three second-half goals after conceding early in the match, clinching their second ISL Cup trophy. Their first ISL Cup triumph...

"Been a very confused team this year": Graeme Smith on MI's performance in IPL 2024

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): Former South Africa cricketer Graeme Smith said Mumbai Indians (MI) have been a "very confused team" team this year in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The Mumbai-based franchise lost by 24 runs to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Friday at the Wankhede Stadium.While speaking at JioCinema, Smith said it is "disappointing" to see MI's performance in the 17th season of IPL. "They just been a...

7 forgotten ballers we can’t believe are now playing in Ligue 2

Big Andy Carroll playing out his twlight years at Amiens? Oh yes.

Verstappen “guessing” every lap in Miami GP qualifying with F1 tyre inconsistencies

Max Verstappen called Miami Grand Prix qualifying “extremely difficult” as he was “guessing” with how the Pirelli Formula 1 tyres would behave on his way to pole position.

Cricketer Josh Baker, 20, was found dead in his flat by a friend

Josh Baker, a talented Worcestershire spinner, had been playing in his county's second XI just yesterday, and was due back on the field in Bromsgrove today.

Who should win the PFA Player of the Year award in 2024?

U23 Asian Cup final: Japan 0-0 Uzbekistan

The first half of the U23 Asian Cup final between Japan and Uzbekistan ended goalless, with both teams adopting a cautious approach and creating few significant chances.

Real Madrid told me not to bring in young players – Carlo Ancelotti

Real Madrid boss, Carlo Ancelotti has suggested that the club does not want him to field younger players. The veteran Italian gaffer was clear on why he replaced Arda Guler in Real Madrid’s easy 3-0 home win over Cadiz on Saturday, The Santiago Bernabeu landlords clinched their 36th La Liga title on Saturday following Barcelona’s defeat to Girona. ...

Miami GP stewards to raise F1 rules issue with FIA as Magnussen cleared

The Miami Grand Prix stewards are to raise a potential change in application of Formula 1 penalties after clearing Kevin Magnussen of alleged unsportsmanlike behaviour in the sprint race.

Marco Reus starts Dortmund goodbye with Champions League end in sight

The day after announcing he would leave Borussia Dortmund at the end of the season, Marco Reus led his side to a Bundesliga win. But a Champions League final could be his last goodbye.

Mumbai City FC defeat Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-1 to win ISL 2023-24 title

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], May 5 (ANI): Mumbai City FC defeated Mohun Bagan Super Giant 3-1 at the Salt Lake Stadium to emerge as the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 cup winner at the final in Kolkata on Saturday. The Islanders came from behind after Jason Cummings handed the Mariners a lead late in the first half. Second-half strikes by Jorge Pereyra Diaz, Bipin Singh, and Jakub Vojtus ensured that the Petr Kratky-coached side settled the...

EPL: Adebayo makes history after scoring in Luton Town’s draw against Everton

Elijah Adebayo has joined the exclusive list of Nigerian players to score 10 goals in a single Premier League season. The Super Eagles hopeful achieved the feat after scoring in Luton’s 1-1 draw with Everton on Friday night. The striker cancelled out Dominic Calvert- Lewin’s opener for Everton. Adebayo is now the tenth Nigerian player to record dou...

Jurgen Klopp attacks English football and 'overworked' Premier League

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp launched a lengthy attack on the state of English football after claiming the Premier League is 'overworked not overrated'.

Slot ‘requests absolute priority’ Liverpool signing; three potential Salah replacements revealed

According to reports, Liverpool-bound Arne Slot has 'already made a number of requests' to their board ahead of the summer transfer window.

EPL: Ipswich Town promoted to Premier League after 22 years

Ipswich has been promoted to the Premier League following a 2-0 win over Huddersfield on Saturday. Given Kieran McKenna’s team already had a three-point lead over third-placed Leeds going into the final fixture of the season and needed a draw to secure promotion. Goals Wes Burns and Omari Hutchinson were enough for them on the day. The Tractor Boys...

Man City FFP: Guardiola ‘will quit’ as City ‘could be relegated to the Championship’ after ‘big update’

Man City boss Pep Guardiola is now "coming towards the end of his natural time at the club", according to a former Premier League CEO.

Russell: Mercedes went too far in trying to solve last year’s F1 problems

George Russell believes Mercedes’ struggles in Formula 1 this year are a consequence of it having gone too far and “overcompensated” for problems it faced with its 2023 car.

Bayern Munich win Bundesliga as Stanway eyes double

English football player Georgia Stanway has won the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich and is on the verge of club history. In an interview with DW, she admits there have been tough times despite a successful season.

Sunil Narine becomes most successful bowler in IPL against Rohit Sharma

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 4 (ANI): Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) bowling all-rounder Sunil Narine became the most successful bowler in the Indian Premier League (IPL) against Rohit Sharma. Narine reached the milestone during KKR's match against Mumbai Indians (MI) on Friday at the Wankhede Stadium.In the history of IPL, Narine removed Rohit eight times from the crease and became the first bowler to dismiss a batter most often in the T20...

EPL: He was amazing – Pochettino singles out Chelsea star after latest victory

Following Chelsea’s commanding 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Thursday, manager Mauricio Pochettino showered praise on Noni Madueke for his exceptional performance, particularly highlighting his support for youngster Alfie Gilchrist on the right flank. Goals from Trevoh Chalobah and Nicolas Jackson secured a comfortable win for the hosts, wi...

FIDE Candidates winner D Gukesh meets Sports Minister Anurag Thakur

New Delhi [India], May 3 (ANI): Indian chess star D Gukesh, who won the International Chess Federation (FIDE) Candidates title in April, met Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur at his residence on Thursday. The 17-year-old Indian in April created history as he won the FIDE Candidates Chess Tournament 2024, becoming the youngest-ever challenger to the world title held by Ding Liren after an exciting final round in Toronto. Gukesh was felicitated...

Romano confirms first Arsenal summer signing with transfer ‘verbally agreed’ between clubs

Fabrizio Romano has confirmed Arsenal's first transfer of the upcoming window with a verbal agreement already in place between both clubs.

Ricciardo’s Miami GP sprint F1 result ‘nice to keep a few people quiet’

RB’s Daniel Ricciardo says his fourth-place finish in the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix sprint race was a result that will “keep a few people quiet”.

West Indies A end Nepal tour with five-match T20 series win 3-2

Kathmandu [Nepal], May 4 (ANI): West Indies A concluded their tour of Nepal with a five-match T20 series 3-2 win after the home side stunned the visitors in the last game to register six wickets victory at the Tribhuvan University International Cricket Ground in Kirtipur on Saturday.Nepal's Sagar Dhakal and Sompal Kami starred with the bowl as they restricted the visitors, who chose to bat first, to 173 runs in 20 overs. In reply, Aasif Sheikh...