Author: Associated Press

Defending champion Jannik Sinner and 10-time Australian Open winner Novak Djokovic have been placed on opposite sides of the draw for this year’s first Grand Slam, ensuring there will be no repeat of their thrilling semifinal clash from last year. Sinner stunned Djokovic in the semifinals before rallying to claim his maiden Grand Slam singles title, defeating Daniil Medvedev 3-6, 3-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-3 in a memorable final. The top-ranked Sinner faces Nicolas Jarry in the first round and will also contend with Taylor Fritz, Ben Shelton, and Medvedev in his quarter. Fritz, meanwhile, opens against fellow American Jenson Brooksby.…

Tottenham has activated an option to extend Son Heung-min’s contract through 2026, the Premier League club announced Tuesday. The South Korean forward, who signed his current deal in 2021, was set to become a free agent at the end of the season. Describing Son as a “global star” and a “modern-day great,” Spurs celebrated his impact and legacy at the club. Son joined Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 and has made 431 appearances. The 32-year-old Spurs captain ranks fourth on the club’s all-time scoring list with 169 goals and 18th on the Premier League’s list of leading scorers with…

Tottenham has activated an option to extend Son Heung-min’s contract through 2026, the Premier League club announced Tuesday. The South Korean forward, who signed his current deal in 2021, was set to become a free agent at the end of the season. Describing Son as a “global star” and a “modern-day great,” Spurs celebrated his impact and legacy at the club. Son joined Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 and has made 431 appearances. The 32-year-old Spurs captain ranks fourth on the club’s all-time scoring list with 169 goals and 18th on the Premier League’s list of leading scorers with…

Tottenham has activated an option to extend Son Heung-min’s contract through 2026, the Premier League club announced Tuesday. The South Korean forward, who signed his current deal in 2021, was set to become a free agent at the end of the season. Describing Son as a “global star” and a “modern-day great,” Spurs celebrated his impact and legacy at the club. Son joined Tottenham from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015 and has made 431 appearances. The 32-year-old Spurs captain ranks fourth on the club’s all-time scoring list with 169 goals and 18th on the Premier League’s list of leading scorers with…

Sergio Conceicao took just one week to secure his first trophy as AC Milan’s coach – achieved through back-to-back comeback victories. On Monday, Milan rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat city rival Inter Milan 3-2, clinching the Italian Super Cup in dramatic fashion. Super-sub Rafael Leao played a pivotal role, contributing to all three goals scored by Theo Hernandez, Christian Pulisic and Tammy Abraham. Conceicao, who replaced the dismissed Paulo Fonseca last Monday, also guided the Rossoneri to a thrilling comeback win over Juventus in the semifinals. The burning question: What sparked Milan’s instant transformation under Conceicao? “We played…

Sergio Conceicao took just one week to secure his first trophy as AC Milan’s coach – achieved through back-to-back comeback victories. On Monday, Milan rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat city rival Inter Milan 3-2, clinching the Italian Super Cup in dramatic fashion. Super-sub Rafael Leao played a pivotal role, contributing to all three goals scored by Theo Hernandez, Christian Pulisic and Tammy Abraham. Conceicao, who replaced the dismissed Paulo Fonseca last Monday, also guided the Rossoneri to a thrilling comeback win over Juventus in the semifinals. The burning question: What sparked Milan’s instant transformation under Conceicao? “We played…

Sergio Conceicao took just one week to secure his first trophy as AC Milan’s coach – achieved through back-to-back comeback victories. On Monday, Milan rallied from a two-goal deficit to defeat city rival Inter Milan 3-2, clinching the Italian Super Cup in dramatic fashion. Super-sub Rafael Leao played a pivotal role, contributing to all three goals scored by Theo Hernandez, Christian Pulisic and Tammy Abraham. Conceicao, who replaced the dismissed Paulo Fonseca last Monday, also guided the Rossoneri to a thrilling comeback win over Juventus in the semifinals. The burning question: What sparked Milan’s instant transformation under Conceicao? “We played…

Malik Monk erupted for 26 points and 12 assists, while Domantas Sabonis delivered 22 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists, powering the Sacramento Kings to a commanding 129-99 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. The win marked Sacramento’s fourth straight, achieved despite the absence of leading scorer De’Aaron Fox. The Kings took control early, building a 75-51 halftime lead and never trailing, as frustrated Warriors fans trickled out of Chase Center while Sacramento’s supporters chanted, “Let’s go Kings!” Stephen Curry led Golden State with 26 points and seven rebounds after sitting out Saturday’s game against Memphis, while…

Malik Monk erupted for 26 points and 12 assists, while Domantas Sabonis delivered 22 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists, powering the Sacramento Kings to a commanding 129-99 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. The win marked Sacramento’s fourth straight, achieved despite the absence of leading scorer De’Aaron Fox. The Kings took control early, building a 75-51 halftime lead and never trailing, as frustrated Warriors fans trickled out of Chase Center while Sacramento’s supporters chanted, “Let’s go Kings!” Stephen Curry led Golden State with 26 points and seven rebounds after sitting out Saturday’s game against Memphis, while…

A football-loving Brazilian nun, Sister Inah Canabarro, has reportedly become the world’s oldest living person at nearly 117, following the death of a Japanese woman. Known for her resilience, Sister Inah was so frail as a child that many doubted she would survive, her 84-year-old nephew, Cleber Canabarro, told The Associated Press (AP). LongeviQuest, an organization that tracks supercentenarians worldwide, confirmed Sister Inah’s status on Saturday, citing early-life records validating her remarkable age. Despite relying on a wheelchair, she remains an enduring symbol of longevity. In a video recorded by the organization last February, the smiling Sister Inah is seen…