Lauda fans brave Vienna rain for last goodbye to racing legend
Thousands of fans braved heavy rain to pay their last respects to motor racing great Niki Lauda in his home city of Vienna on Wednesday as Formula One stars past and present gathered for his funeral.
Russia’s Kremlev offers to settle AIBA debt
Russian boxing official Umar Kremlev has reiterated his offer to clear debts of the governing body of amateur boxing (AIBA) to protect the interests of boxers and preserve the organization.
Muguruza canters into French Open third round
Former champion Garbine Muguruza cantered past Swede Johanna Larsson 6-4 6-1 on Wednesday to set up a potentially explosive third-round clash with Elina Svitolina.
Players hear of match-fixing risks ahead of Women’s World Cup
Norway’s preparations for the Women’s World Cup in France took a turn last week when the players were given a presentation about what to do if they are approached to fix a match.
Nigeria ready to fulfill potential at women’s World Cup, says coach
Nigeria have been unable to translate their dominance of African football into consistent success at the women’s World Cup but coach Thomas Dennerby says his side have the potential to reach the latter stages of the upcoming tournament in France.
Highlights: French Open day four
Highlights of the fourth day at the French Open, the second Grand Slam tournament of the year, on Wednesday (all times GMT):
Fans queue to say last goodbye to racing legend Lauda in Vienna
Hundreds of fans queued in the rain to pay their last respects to motor racing great Niki Lauda as he lay in state in St. Stephen’s Cathedral in his home city of Vienna on Wednesday.
England must win women’s World Cup to support equal pay talks
England must first win the women’s World Cup before they can start a discussion on equal pay with their male counterparts, Lionesses forward Fran Kirby said.
Soccer-England must win women’s World Cup to support equal pay talks
England must first win the women’s World Cup before they can start a discussion on equal pay with their male counterparts, Lionesses forward Fran Kirby said.
MLB roundup: Reds’ Dietrich hits three homers
Derek Dietrich had a career-high three home runs and drove in six to lead the Cincinnati Reds to an 11-6 win against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night. Dietrich blasted two-run homers in the fourth, fifth and seventh innings.
