Irish world rally championship driver Craig Breen has died after an accident in a pre-event test in Croatia, Hyundai Motorsport said in a statement on Thursday.
The team said co-driver James Fulton was unharmed in the incident just after midday local time.
Motorsport.com reported that Breen's car went off the road while the 33-year-old was preparing for next week's rally, his second of the season.
Dubai United's Andrea Pirlo set for Italy national team job
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has reached an agreement with former Italy midfielder Andrea Pirlo to become the national team's coach on a four-year deal, Italian daily La Repubblica reported on Friday.
Germany appoint Klopp as head coach after World Cup disappointment
Germany have appointed Jurgen Klopp as head coach on a four-year contract, the country’s football association (DFB) said on Friday, handing the former Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund manager the task of leading the national team into a new era after another disappointing World Cup campaign.
Fury dominates Wach ahead of Joshua showdown
Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury forced Polish opponent Mariusz Wach to retire in a tune-up bout on Friday for his showdown this year with fellow Briton Anthony Joshua.
LeBron James joining Philadelphia 76ers for record-extending 24th NBA season
LeBron James announced on Friday his decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers for his record-extending 24th NBA season with hopes of helping the franchise snap a 43-year championship drought.
Pogacar climbs Alpe d'Huez in record time to win Tour de France stage 19
Slovenian four-time champion Tadej Pogacar sped away from his rivals during the punishing climb to Alpe d'Huez to claim victory on stage 19 of the Tour de France on Friday, further consolidating his overall lead.
