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Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai hasn't taken to MLB right away. Is some of it the team he chose?

In Toronto, Kazuma Okamoto wakes up and wonders whether he’s in Tokyo. The Toronto Blue Jays third baseman feels at home there. He’s enjoying trying new foods. His favorites so far are sandwiches and quesadillas.In Chicago, ​​Munetaka Murakami is homering at a rate no Japanese-born player ever has to begin an MLB career. As Murakami rounds the bases, his third-base coach celebrates by sheathing an imaginary samurai sword. The White Sox have fallen for Murakami, and he loves them back.Then there...

Indian PM Narendra Modi plays football with youngsters in Gangtok, shares snippets on social media

Dubai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi delighted onlookers during his visit to Gangtok by engaging in a lively game of football with local youngsters. Sharing glimpses of the cheerful moment on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister showcased a lighter side of his public engagements.A football morning in Gangtok! We learnt, we played, we celebrated and above everything else, we enjoyed the game…. pic.twitter.com/rZ0jLey5u7— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 28, 2026 In the video,...

England's next opener? Durham's Gay stakes his claim

England's next opener? Durham's Gay stakes his claimImage source, Getty ImagesByMatthew HenryBBC Sport JournalistPublished14 minutes ago4 CommentsThe understated clench of a gloved fist and casual wave of the bat did not hint at the significance of the moment, nor the repeat after flicking the runs to seal Durham's victory.But Emilio Gay's 159 not out may be the most consequential performance of this weekend in the County Championship.It sealed a brilliant win against his sid...

Before World Cup, FIFA slammed for politicising sport with Trump prize

Football officials and players question FIFA’s decision to award its inaugural Peace Prize to US President Donald Trump.

Rafael Jódar's tennis rise and the teenage kicks of a new template for Spain in the sport

MADRID — On Sunday night at the Caja Mágica tennis complex, there were so many moments when Rafael Jódar could have patted himself on the back for an job well done and called it a tournament at the Madrid Open.He was down two break points in his first service game against João Fonseca of Brazil, who has deservedly occupied the hot-young-thing chair in men’s tennis for over a year. Instead, Jódar won that game, and then the first set — in a tiebreak. But in the second, Fonseca started to sprint a...

Arsenal defender Catley signs new contract

Arsenal defender Catley signs new contractImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Steph Catley won Australia's PFA Women's Footballer of the Year award in 2020, 2024 and 2025ByLorraine McKennaBBC Sport journalistPublished4 minutes agoArsenal defender Steph Catley has signed a new contract with the Women's Super League club.The 32-year-old Australian joined Arsenal from Melbourne City in July 2020 and has made 165 appearances, scoring four goals.BBC Sport understands she has signe...

Formula 1 fan survey: Your thoughts on the new regulations, and the sport's future

With three races in the books, the Miami Grand Prix this weekend and opinions already running hot, it’s time to take the temperature of Formula 1 fans on the 2026 regulations. Anyone can argue online, but only you can do a survey. *audience oohs and ahhs*This survey consists of 20 questions, any of which you may skip if you have no strong view. Topics range from the cars themselves to the technical regulations, the quality of racing so far and where you think this all goes from here. We wan...

Early 2027 NFL mock draft: Arch Manning, Dante Moore top potentially elite QB class

“Just wait until the 2027 draft class.”I have heard that sentiment many times over the last few years, and with the 2026 NFL Draft in the books, we can officially start the countdown to one of the more anticipated classes in recent memory. Will it live up to the hype? Time will tell.Intrigue around the quarterbacks is driving most of the excitement, of course, starting with Arch Manning. But these quarterbacks will be drafted primarily based on how they perform in 2026. Will Notre Dame’s CJ Carr...

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Non-league club removed from play-offs and relegated by FA as furious statement released

Portishead Town finished second in the Southern League Division 1 South and were favourites to win promotion, but the FA have relegated them to Step 5 over ground grading failures at their Bristol Road ground

New Chelsea manager update as talks begin over top candidates

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Even in IPL rush, Virat Kohli makes time for childhood coach, inaugurates his academy

Even in IPL rush Virat Kohli makes time for childhood coach inaugurates his academy

Argentinian keeper punches captain after red card in Spain relegation battle

During a proper relegation six pointer in Spain’s second division between Zaragoza and Huesca, with Huesca leading 1-0, crazy scenes unfolded in injury time.The flashpoint came near the halfway line. Esteban Andrada, already on a yellow card, was in a discussion when Huesca captain Jorge Pulido approached him. The Zaragoza goalkeeper then pushed Pulido, prompting the referee to show a second yellow card followed by a red.That moment triggered Andrada. Just seconds after being sent off, he sprint...

Delhi Capitals highly rated Sahil Parakh endures tough debut

Dubai: Maharashtra youngster Sahil Parakh had a tough introduction to the IPL, falling for a two-ball duck on his debut for the Delhi Capitals during their meeting with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday.The highly rated teenager was given the responsibility of opening the innings alongside KL Rahul but saw his debut end almost instantly when he was bowled by experienced seamer Bhuvneshwar Kumar on the second delivery of the match. View this post on In...

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Jamie Carragher names Tottenham star who will decide relegation fate amid injury crisis

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UAE Jiu-Jitsu team wins 12 medals at Paris Open Grand Prix

Dubai: The UAE Jiu-Jitsu National Team wrapped up the 2026 Paris Open Grand Prix with a total of 12 medals, including five golds.The strong return highlighted the team’s composure and consistency on the mats over two days of elite competition in the French capital.The UAE national team began its campaign with a strong showing, collecting two golds, a silver, and two bronzes on the opening day, before adding seven more medals the next afternoon, three gold, two silver, and two bronze.Abdulrahman...

Cardiff hopeful of signing Trott on permanent deal

Cardiff hopeful of signing Trott on permanent dealImage source, Huw Evans AgencyImage caption, Bermuda-born Nathan Trott started his professional career at West HamByDafydd PritchardBBC Sport WalesPublished8 minutes agoCardiff City are hopeful of signing Nathan Trott permanently following the goalkeeper's promotion-winning season on loan from Copenhagen.Trott joined last summer and has played 41 League One games for the Bluebirds as they have secured an instant return to the Championship.Th...

Teen sensation Flagg named NBA Rookie of the Year

Dallas Mavericks' Cooper Flagg edged former Duke teammate Kon Knueppel to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award Monday night.Flagg set a host of records for an NBA teenager in an also-ran season for the Mavs. He became the first rookie since Michael Jordan in 1984-85 to lead his team in points, rebounds, assists and steals.

Athletics great Allyson Felix aiming to compete at 2028 Los Angeles Games

Felix, the most decorated woman in Olympic athletics history with 11 medals, plans a comeback at age 40 at the Olympics.