Japan beat Russia to get their Rugby World Cup campaign off to the perfect start.
Kotaro Matsushima scored a hat-trick as the hosts came from behind to win 30-10.
Japan are trying to reach the tournament's quarter-finals for the first time.
They're in in Pool A along with Scotland, Ireland, Russia and Samoa.
France defeats Ireland with strong performance in Six Nations opener
France has launched the defence of their Six Nations title in emphatic fashion, sweeping Ireland aside 36-14 at the Stade de France on Thursday.
Ruthless Man City thump Newcastle to reach League Cup final
Omar Marmoush scored twice as Manchester City set up a League Cup final date with Arsenal after a comprehensive 3-1 second-leg victory over visiting Newcastle United secured a 5-1 aggregate win in their semi-final on Wednesday.
Ethara named F1 promoter of the year
Ethara, the promoter of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, has been named Promoter of the Year at the annual F1 Promoter Awards in London.
Alexandra Eala stages comeback to reach Mubadala quarter-finals
Filipina teenager Alexandra Eala fought back from the brink of defeat to reach the quarter-finals of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open after a marathon win over Aliaksandra Sasnovich.
F1 legend Mika Häkkinen turns brand ambassador for Only Legends Drive UAE
Two-time Formula One World Champion Mika Häkkinen will step in as the brand ambassador of the ultra-luxury four-day supercar rally - Only Legends Drive UAE, that kicks off on March 19.
