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Canada's Fernandez through to Hong Kong Open final with win over Blinkova

Canada's Fernandez through to Hong Kong Open final with win over Blinkova

HONG KONG — Leylah Fernandez advanced to her first final in 19 months after a 6-2, 7-5 victory over fifth-seeded Anna Blinkova on Saturday at the Hong Kong Open. The 21-year-old from Laval, Que., raced through the first set before No.
Man United sale: Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim is withdrawing his bid - AP sources

Man United sale: Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim is withdrawing his bid - AP sources

MANCHESTER, England (AP) — Qatar's Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani is withdrawing his offer to buy Manchester United, a person with knowledge of the process told The Associated Press on Saturday.
France aims for another step toward Rugby World Cup destiny. Fiji faces its own great expectations

France aims for another step toward Rugby World Cup destiny. Fiji faces its own great expectations

PARIS (AP) — France lost seven straight tests to South Africa from 2010 to 2018, which might have been the reason current coach Fabien Galthie traveled to the home of the Springboks after taking over in 2019.
Lexi Thompson falls short by 3 shots in her bid to make PGA Tour cut in Las Vegas

Lexi Thompson falls short by 3 shots in her bid to make PGA Tour cut in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Lexi Thompson delivered star-power moments built for a stage like Las Vegas, and when she poured in a pair of long birdie putts Friday, she was on the cusp of history. Thompson was 4 under with seven holes to play.
Stampeders keep CFL playoffs in their sights with 26-19 win over Roughriders

Stampeders keep CFL playoffs in their sights with 26-19 win over Roughriders

CALGARY — The path to the CFL playoffs remains precarious for the Calgary Stampeders, but the club stayed on it Friday with a 26-19 win over the visiting Saskatchewan Roughriders.
WHL roundup: Wightman helps Rockets scratch past Cougars 5-4

WHL roundup: Wightman helps Rockets scratch past Cougars 5-4

KELOWNA, B.C. — Dylan Wightman's second goal of the night, a short-handed marker at 4:49 of the third period, proved to be the winner as the Kelowna Rockets edged the visiting Prince George Cougars 5-4 in Western Hockey League action on Friday night.
Whyte's field goal earns Lions 33-30 victory over Tiger-Cats

Whyte's field goal earns Lions 33-30 victory over Tiger-Cats

HAMILTON — Dane Evans kept his new team in the hunt for first in the West Division while ending his former team's quest for a home playoff game. Evans came off the bench to lead the B.C.
OHL roundup: Musty scores in OT as Wolves edge Attack 3-2

OHL roundup: Musty scores in OT as Wolves edge Attack 3-2

SUDBURY, Ont. — Quentin Musty scored 37 seconds into overtime as the Sudbury Wolves edged the visiting Owen Sound Attack 3-2 in Ontario Hockey League action on Friday night at Sudbury Community Centre.
Crosby, Malkin help Penguins beat Ovechkin, Capitals 4-0

Crosby, Malkin help Penguins beat Ovechkin, Capitals 4-0

WASHINGON (AP) — Sidney Crosby scored twice on the power play, Evgeni Malkin had a goal and three assists and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the rival Washington Capitals 4-0 on Friday night for their first victory of the young season.
QMJHL roundup: Conrad scores in OT as Islanders rally to shock Voltigeurs 5-4

QMJHL roundup: Conrad scores in OT as Islanders rally to shock Voltigeurs 5-4

CHARLOTTETOWN — Owen Conrad's goal at 2:03 of overtime capped an impressive comeback as the Charlottetown Islanders edged the Drummondville Voltigeurs 5-4 in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League action on Friday night at the Eastlink Centre.