World number one Serena Williams has cruised into her seventh Australian Open final. The 34-year-old American beat fourth seed Agnieszka Radwanska 6-0, 6-4. Williams is now just one win away from equalling Steffi Graf's record 22 Grand Slams. She’ll play either Angelique Kerber or Johanna Konta in the final on Saturday.
Stylish Algeria win third game at AFCON
Algeria kept up their winning run at the Africa Cup of Nations, making it three out of three in Group E as they beat Equatorial Guinea 3-1 on Wednesday to reaffirm their status among the tournament favourites.
DP World ILT20 ‘Power 9 Golf Day’ blends sports and camaraderie in Dubai
The DP World ILT20 "Power 9 Golf Day" saw cricketers, commentators, match officials, partners and other key stakeholders take to the course for a relaxed afternoon on Wednesday, alongside professional golfer Richard Mansell at the award-winning Els Club in Dubai.
Equatorial Guinea players banned, Burkina Faso captain fined over referee abuse
Two Equatorial Guinea players have been banned for insulting a referee at the Africa Cup of Nations and Burkina Faso captain Bertrand Traore was fined for post-match remarks, the respective football federations said on Wednesday.
Egypt's Sobhi sentenced to year in prison in academic fraud case
Egypt international Ramadan Sobhi, who helped Pyramids win their first CAF Champions League title last season and previously played in the English Premier League, has been sentenced to one year in prison in connection with an academic fraud case, local media reported on Tuesday.
Arsenal thrash Villa 4-1 while Chelsea and Man Utd both held
Arsenal have closed out 2025 in emphatic fashion, smashing third-placed Aston Villa 4-1 on Tuesday to surge five points clear at the top of the Premier League.
The UAE welcomed the start of 2026 with large-scale fireworks and light shows across the country, drawing crowds of residents and visitors to major landmarks and public spaces.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a New Year message, extending his best wishes to people in the UAE and around the world.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a New Year message expressing optimism for the year ahead.
