Simons brace as Leipzig down Wolfsburg in Bundesliga

Auckland FC is on the brink of securing the A-League Men premiership in their inaugural season after a 2-0 victory over Melbourne Victory, with goals from Louis Verstraete and Guillermo May. This win puts Auckland seven points ahead with two games remaining, needing Melbourne City to lose or draw against Western Sydney to clinch the title. Auckland's goalkeeper, Alex Paulsen, made crucial saves during the match, while Melbourne Victory's finals position is now at risk...

Australian sprinters Gout Gout and Lachie Kennedy advanced to the semi-finals of the Stawell Gift after impressive heat performances, with Gout winning in 12.31 seconds from a 1m handicap and Kennedy clocking 12.23 seconds from 0.25m. Gout expressed excitement about the upcoming semi-finals, while Kennedy enjoyed the chase dynamics of the race, showcasing their friendly rivalry after recent competitions. Both will compete again on Monday for a chance to win the $40,000 prize, along with...

The ACT Brumbies secured a hard-fought 24-0 victory over Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby Pacific, with try-scoring doubles from winger Corey Toole and replacement hooker Billy Pollard. The match was nearly the lowest-scoring in Super Rugby history, with the first points scored just before halftime after a long period of stalemate. The win propelled the Brumbies to second place on the ladder, setting them up for a home match against the Hurricanes next Saturday. Full...

The NSW Waratahs faced a disheartening 28-14 loss to the Fijian Drua in Lautoka, marking their ninth consecutive away defeat, a record low since 1996-97. Despite a promising win against the Chiefs, the Waratahs struggled physically, conceding significant possession and territory, and were hampered by injuries to key players, including skipper Jake Gordon. Although they mounted a second-half comeback, they ultimately fell short, missing a bonus point after a late penalty try, leaving them at...

SummaryA US federal judge, Julia Kobick, ruled that the Trump administration's passport policy denying transgender and non-binary Americans the ability to reflect their gender identities is likely unconstitutional, though she did not impose a nationwide block. She issued a preliminary injunction allowing six plaintiffs to amend their sex designations or use "X" on their passports, stating the policy exhibited discrimination and irrational prejudice against transgender individuals. The policy, established under Trump's executive order, reversed over...

SummaryPort Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley asserts that the team has moved on from their preliminary final loss to Sydney as they prepare for a rematch at the SCG. With both teams sitting at a 2-3 record early in the season, Port is buoyed by a recent victory over Hawthorn, while Sydney faces challenges after a loss to Collingwood. Changes in the squads include Sydney's three adjustments and Port's single change, as Hinkley emphasizes the need...