Former UEFA President Michel Platini is escalating his football ban to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). The Court said Platini is seeking an annulment of the FIFA ban, under which he cannot take part in anything related to the sport for six years. Last week, FIFA upheld a ban against Platini and former President Sepp Blatter, but reduced the duration from eight to six years.
Norris tops second practice in Abu Dhabi ahead of Verstappen
McLaren driver Lando Norris set the pace during Friday’s second practice session for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, leading the way from Red Bull rival Max Verstappen and Mercedes’ George Russell, with team mate Oscar Piastri back in 11th.
Australia take lead over fumbling England in second Ashes test
Australia dominated day two of the second Ashes test on Friday with a punishing batting assault on a lifeless Gabba pitch as England fumbled their chances in the field.
Norris ahead of Verstappen in first Abu Dhabi practice
McLaren's Formula One leader Lando Norris lapped fastest in first practice for the title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Friday with closest rival Max Verstappen 0.008 of a second slower.
Gulf Giants achieve six-wicket victory over MI Emirates
The Gulf Giants have began their campaign with a clinical six-wicket victory against the MI Emirates at DP World ILT20 Season 4 at the Dubai International Stadium on Thursday.
Flame arrives in Italy for Milano Cortina Winter Games
The Olympic flame has arrived in Rome on Thursday in preparation for a two-month torch relay designed to stir excitement across Italy before the Winter Games in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo in February.
