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Novak Djokovic described his Olympic gold medal triumph on Sunday as "probably" his "biggest sporting success" and revealed he may defend the title at the 2028 Los Angeles Games when he will be 41.

Pope Francis's bookish side emerged Sunday, after the Vatican published a letter in which the pontiff encourages young priests to read --- while revealing that he himself likes the great tragedies.

Kristen Faulkner of the United States won Olympic gold in the women's cycling road race in Paris on Sunday, outwitting three rivals late in the 158km run around the city.

Sicily's Catania Airport resumed service Sunday after volcanic activity from Mount Etna temporarily limited incoming flights, but it warned passengers of possible delays and cancellations.

Ukraine has received its first batch of US-made F-16 fighter jets, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday, adding that more are needed to beat back Russian forces.

Carlos Alcaraz said he felt he "let Spain down" by losing the Olympic Games gold medal match to Novak Djokovic at Roland Garros on Sunday.

Disney/Marvel superhero comedy "Deadpool & Wolverine" continued on a record-setting pace this weekend in North American theaters, clawing its way to an imposing $97 million in ticket sales, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations said Sunday.

Hundreds gathered near Beirut's port on Sunday to mark four years since a catastrophic explosion devastated the capital and to demand accountability, with the spectre of war weighing over commemorations.

Sri Lanka's Jeffrey Vandersay returned career-best figures of 6-33 to trigger a dramatic batting collapse for India and help his team win the second one-day international by 32 runs on Sunday.

A new poll confirmed Sunday that Kamala Harris -- set to name her vice presidential pick imminently -- has drawn level with Donald Trump, transforming a White House race that the Republican had been increasingly confident he was going to win.

Scottie Scheffler won men's golf gold on his Olympic debut with a thrilling one-stroke victory ahead of Britain's Tommy Fleetwood on Sunday.

UK leader Keir Starmer warned far-right protesters on Sunday they would "regret" participating in England's worst rioting in 13 years, as disturbances linked to the murder of three children earlier this week flared across the country for a fifth day.

Scottie Scheffler claimed the men's golf gold medal on his Olympic debut with a thrilling victory over Britain's Tommy Fleetwood on Sunday.

An emotional Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday to claim a maiden Olympic tennis title, while Noah Lyles bids to put the United States back on top of the 100m podium for the first time in two decades.

Novak Djokovic's Olympic triumph against Carlos Alcaraz completes his collection of the game's biggest honours and enhances his status as the greatest men's player of all time.

Manchester City's new Brazilian forward Savinho has promised to make history with the Premier League champions.

Novak Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz on Sunday to claim a maiden Olympic title and become just the fifth player to complete a career Golden Slam.

Gaza's civil defence agency said an Israeli strike hit two schools in Gaza City on Sunday, killing at least 30 people, while the military reported it had struck Hamas command centres.

Ukrainian 400 metres hurdler Viktoriya Tkachuk could be forgiven for being emotional after finishing last in her heat at the Paris Olympics on Sunday while her brother Ivan fights on the frontline back home.

Eight-time world champion Sebastien Ogier took advantage of an error from Toyota teammate Kalle Rovanpera to clinch the Rally of Finland on Sunday.

Liu Yang clinched China's first men's gymnastics gold of the Paris Olympics on Sunday, delivering a formidable display of strength and skill to retain the rings title he won in Tokyo.

Simone Biles brings the curtain down on her triumphant return to Olympic competition on Monday by looking to add two more golds to her haul for a record-equalling nine.

Thousands of Bangladeshi protesters demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resign clashed with government supporters Sunday, with dozens killed in one of the deadliest days since demonstrations began.

Italian rider Enea Bastianini completed the British MotoGP double for Ducati on Sunday by winning the grand prix, while Jorge Martin of Spain reclaimed the championship lead.

England opener Zak Crawley has been ruled out of the forthcoming Test series against Sri Lanka due to a broken finger.

Singapore have only ever won five Olympic medals but 17-year-old Max Maeder could change their fortunes when he zips into action in kitefoil's first appearance at the Games.

Around 500,000 people lined the streets of Paris during the cycling road race, organisers said Sunday, in what is seen as further evidence of growing popular support for the Games.

The records keep piling up for American swimmer Katie Ledecky and the bad news for her challengers is that she has no plans to relinquish her throne.

Former champion Carolina Marin retired in floods of tears from her Paris Olympics badminton semi-final on Sunday after her right knee buckled in distressing scenes.

Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Femke Bol eased through the opening round of the women's 400m hurdles on Sunday to remain on a Paris Olympics collision course.

American Grant Holloway cruised into the semi-finals of the Paris Olympics 110 metre hurdles in impressive style at the Stade de France on Sunday.

Thousands of Bangladeshi protesters demanding Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resign clashed with pro-government supporters Sunday, with at least 24 people killed in confrontations using sticks, knives and guns.