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Tim MacMahon reports on the Phoenix Suns' struggles, despite their high payroll and star-studded roster led by Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal. Owner Mat Ishbia expresses disappointment in the team's performance, acknowledging the need for improvement and potential changes if expectations are not met. The Suns are currently outside of playoff contention in the Western Conference, facing a crucial stretch of games to salvage their season and prove their worth in the postseason. Full Article

Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes praised point guard Zakai Zeigler during Senior Day presentations, highlighting Zeigler's potential to break a program record for assists. Zeigler, a key player for the Volunteers, averages 13.1 points and 7.5 assists per game and leads a strong Tennessee team heading into the SEC tournament quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Texas is relying on freshman Tre Johnson's scoring prowess to potentially secure an NCAA bid, with coach Rodney Terry emphasizing the team's star...

Ruben Amorim praised Bruno Fernandes after his hat trick helped Manchester United advance to the Europa League quarterfinals, emphasizing the need for the team to support Fernandes in his quest for trophies. The victory over Real Sociedad showcased a strong performance under Amorim, following a positive week that included a draw with Arsenal and plans for a new stadium, boosting hopes for a successful season with a potential trophy and Champions League qualification. Full Article

Formula 1 chief Stefano Domenicali plans to visit Bangkok to discuss adding a race in Thailand's capital city to the calendar, with the Dutch Grand Prix dropping off after 2026 and the Belgian Grand Prix appearing on a rotational basis. Despite the potential for 25 races, drivers may resist a more crowded schedule. Domenicali also mentioned interest from other regions like Africa and South America, with Madrid set to replace Barcelona for the Spanish Grand...

UEFA will discuss with FIFA and IFAB a potential rule change following the disallowed penalty in Atlético Madrid's Champions League defeat to Real Madrid, where Real Madrid advanced to face Arsenal in the quarterfinals. Julián Álvarez's spot kick was ruled out after VAR showed he had kicked the ball twice, leading to protests from Atlético and coach Diego Simeone challenging the decision. UEFA released footage showing minimal contact with the ball by Álvarez's standing leg,...

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