Formula One championship leader Nico Rosberg and Mercedes teammate and title rival Lewis Hamilton limbered up for their US Grand Prix duel by each setting the pace in practice sessions on Friday.
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Soccer: Pep Guardiola sticking to his guns as early euphoria fades at Manchester City
Pep Guardiola enjoyed a dazzling start to his reign as Manchester City manager, so much so that after six successive Premier League wins some were suggesting the only real fight this season would be for runners-up spot.
I was never friends with Abramovich, claims Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho has claimed that he was “never friends and never close” with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich but insisted he has no intention of “washing his dirty linen” in public by divulging the details behind his sacking by the club.
'Cursed' Cubs on brink of a World Series return
The ‘cursed’ Chicago Cubs, who have gone 108 years without a World Series title, gave their long-suffering fans a massive jolt of optimism as their batters erupted for a second straight game on the road.
Cricket: Younus Khan returns with a century as Pakistan dominate West Indies
Veteran Younus Khan’s majestic century helped Pakistan dominate the opening day of the second Test against West Indies on Friday, the hosts reaching 4-304 on a punishing day for the bowlers in Abu Dhabi.
Cricket: Australia skipper Steve Smith wants energy over hostility against South Africa
Steve Smith has tempered expectations of a particularly hostile Test series between Australia and South Africa, calling on his side to be sensible with their sledging.
City must rediscover intensity and pattern for FFA Cup semi-final
One brilliant derby win over Melbourne Victory did not make Melbourne City an outstanding team.
Sport thought: Hectic offseason as clubs trade player security for titles
On Friday, a mere day after this year’s tumultuous AFL trade period came to a close, I had the pleasure of welcoming a new addition of team Higginbotham into the world with the arrival of my baby nephew, Adam Jr.
Players can't complain about schedule if they go to Indian Premier League: Steve Waugh
Ask Steve Waugh about the cluttered schedule for players these days, and whether there is simply too much international cricket being organised, and he typically does not sit on the fence.
Racing NSW to investigate trainer Gerald Ryan over sexual assault allegations
Racing NSW has launched an investigation into allegations of historical sexual abuse by a high-profile Australian horse trainer.

