Arizona Tribune - Sports (English)

Fury to fight Usyk for undisputed heavyweight title

Tyson Fury will take on Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia in a bout that will decide the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, Fury's promoter said Friday.

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Chelsea boss Pochettino given 'bad news' over Chilwell injury

Mauricio Pochettino said he has received "bad news" about Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell's latest injury blow.

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Guardiola urges Grealish and Doku to fight for Man City place

Pep Guardiola has urged Manchester City wingers Jack Grealish and Jeremy Doku to prove they deserve a place in his attack.

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China swimmers sign off in style as 'Faker' gets gold and more

Qin Haiyang and Zhang Yufei ended the Asian Games swimming with a bang Friday to help hosts China surge beyond 100 golds, as South Korean gamer "Faker" won a controversial military exemption to go with his medal.

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Postecoglou forgets Liverpool fandom to bring happy days back to Spurs

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou said his days as a Liverpool fan are long gone as he aims to end the Reds' unbeaten start to the season on Saturday.

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Fitzpatrick shines as Europe aim to increase Ryder Cup lead

Matt Fitzpatrick starred on Friday as Europe reached the halfway point of the afternoon's Ryder Cup fourball session gunning to increase their 4-0 lead on the USA.

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Former butcher turned prop Sebastian carves his name in pride

Scotland tight-head prop Javan Sebastian said on Friday making his first start in the Rugby World Cup against Romania this weekend was "surreal" after having trained as a butcher.

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Surprise Liga leaders Girona thriving with City help

When Girona circled Saturday's visit of Real Madrid on their calendar, they could not have imagined they would be hosting Carlo Ancelotti's champions at their Montilivi stadium - capacity under 15,000 - as La Liga leaders.

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Qin, Zhang star as China send Olympic warning in Asian Games blitz

World champion Qin Haiyang completed the breaststroke treble Friday and Zhang Yufei claimed a sixth gold as China's swimmers sent a final warning shot from the Asian Games ahead of the Paris Olympics.

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Alcaraz, Medvedev cruise into round two of China Open

World number two Carlos Alcaraz eased into the second round of the China Open with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over German qualifier Yannick Hanfmann on Friday.

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Spain coach De La Fuente summoned in Rubiales kiss case

Spain men's coach Luis de la Fuente was summoned Friday as a witness by the judge investigating former president of the Spanish football federation Luis Rubiales' forcible kiss and alleged coercion of women's international Jenni Hermoso.

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South Korean gamer 'Faker' gets rock-star treatment at Asian Games

Wearing shirts adorned with his name and waving banners displaying his face, the frenzied crowd in Hangzhou was not waiting to catch a glimpse of a pop star -- but rather a video gamer.

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France not forcing poster boy Dupont's World Cup return before Italy showdown

There has only been one story in French rugby this week after talismanic captain Antoine Dupont fractured a cheekbone in the World Cup win over Namibia.

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Gymnastics queen Biles returns to world stage in Antwerp

Freed from her "twisties", gymnastics superstar Simone Biles returns to the global stage at the world championships which start in Antwerp on Saturday, with the 2024 Paris Olympic in her sights after a two-year break to treat her mental health.

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Man Utd's Martinez ruled out for 'extended period'

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has been ruled out for an "extended period" after aggravating a foot injury he suffered last season.

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Aberg defies jelly legs on 'dream' Ryder Cup debut

Ludvig Aberg admitted Friday that he was riddled with nerves during his "dream" Ryder Cup debut in Rome which comes just months after turning professional.

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Klopp pleased by in-form Liverpool's 'new start'

Jurgen Klopp says Liverpool are reaping the rewards of their "new start" after last season's disappointing campaign.

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Japan rely on samurai spirit for Argentina decider

For Japan, 'Samurai Time' arrived in the final minute of their World Cup group D match against Samoa.

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Aston Villa women's boss concerned over 'wet-look' shirts

Aston Villa's women's manager Carla Ward said her players have expressed "concerns" over the club's 'wet-look' shirts ahead of the start of the Women's Super League season.

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Ancelotti admits 'worry' over Barca referee bribery case

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Friday he is "worried" about the bribery case Spanish champions Barcelona are embroiled in.

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England match-up 'do-or-die' for Samoa

Samoa forwards coach Tom Coventry said on Friday next week's Pool D game with England is "do-or-die" for their hopes of reaching the quarter-finals.

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Arteta working to boost Havertz's morale at Arsenal

Mikel Arteta is working to boost Kai Havertz's confidence after the forward's underwhelming start to his Arsenal career.

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Sakkari, Pegula reach Pan Pacific Open semis as Swiatek crashes out

Four-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek crashed out of the quarter-finals at the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo on Friday, while Jessica Pegula and Maria Sakkari stormed into the semi-finals.

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Man Utd's Antony returns to training as police inquiries continue

Manchester United winger Antony will return to training and be available for selection as he cooperates with police inquiries into allegations of violence towards women, the club said on Friday.

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Inspired Europe sweep first session of Ryder Cup against USA

Rory McIlroy helped secure Europe's first ever clean sweep of a morning session at a Ryder Cup as the hosts raced into a 4-0 lead over the United States after the Friday foursomes in Rome.

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Ireland star Conan pays homage to Farrell's man management

Ireland back rower Jack Conan credits Andy Farrell and his coaching staff in filling him with "confidence" by telling him despite a foot ligament injury they were keeping him in the Rugby World Cup squad.

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Jones picks 'best' Australia side against minnows Portugal

Under-fire Australia coach Eddie Jones on Friday said he had picked his "best 23" for the Wallabies' final Rugby World Cup Pool C clash against Portugal, making just three changes to his starting line-up.

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Europe sweep first session of Ryder Cup 4-0 against USA

Rory McIlroy helped secure Europe's first ever clean sweep of a morning session at a Ryder Cup as the hosts raced into a 4-0 lead over the United States after the Friday foursomes in Rome.

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Ryder Cup fever in roasting Rome but Italians remain cool to golf

Rome welcomed thousands of fans to the Ryder Cup on Friday as the 44th edition got underway for the first time in Italy, a country steeped in sporting history but a minor player in golf.

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'Queen Wen' reigns at Asian Games as Faker chases gold and exemption

Zheng Qinwen won the Asian Games women's tennis title in Hangzhou to add to her fast-growing reputation while eSports star "Faker" will later on Friday chase gold of his own -- and an exemption from military service.

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Bok revenant Pollard expects imperfection

Handre Pollard is aiming to enjoy expressing himself-- albeit not perfectly -- when he dons the Springbok jersey for the first time in 13 months against Tonga in Marseille on Sunday.

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Medvedev downs Paul to ease into China Open second round

World number three Daniil Medvedev cruised into the second round of the China Open with a 6-2, 6-1 victory over Tommy Paul on Friday.

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