Barcelona have set a new Spanish football record of 35 games unbeaten in all competitions. Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as they thrashed nine-man Rayo Vallecano 5-1 win in La Liga on Thursday night. In other games, Real Betis registered a 3-0 win at Espanyol and Granada beat Sporting Gijon 2-0. Barca now lead Atletico Madrid by eight points at the top of the league standings, while Real Madrid are a further four points behind in third with 11 matches remaining.
India seize control of Colombo test after Jurel hundred
Dhruv Jurel's unbeaten 115 powered India to a commanding 503-9 before they declared late on day two of the second and final test against Sri Lanka on Monday.
Abu Dhabi launches Euroleague Basketball SuperCup
Abu Dhabi is set to host the first edition of the Euroleague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena on Yas Island from September 18-19.
MENA Golf Tour expands global pathway with 3 qualifying schools in UK, USA
The MENA Golf Tour has announced three international Qualifying Schools this October, with prestigious venues in Scotland, England and the United States giving aspiring professionals the opportunity to secure playing status for the 2026/27 season.
Fils claims first ATP Masters title, Gauff clinches second Cincinnati crown
Arthur Fils has defeated Frances Tiafoe to secure his first ATP Masters 1000 title on Sunday, while Coco Gauff beat Jessica Pegula to win her second Cincinnati Open title.
Barcelona launch LaLiga title defence with five-star Elche demolition
Barcelona has begun their LaLiga title defence and bid for a third successive crown with a 5-0 victory at Elche on Sunday as Raphinha and Fermin Lopez scored twice each.
