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In a press statement released on Wednesday, Popcru fired back saying, ‘There has never been any Popcru office-bearer by the name ‘Sbu’, nor Sibusiso or any other similar name.’

WTA chief backs Serena as row grows over US Open ‘sexism’

Serena Williams was handed three code violations — and docked a point and then a game — in her 6-2, 6-4 loss to Naomi Osaka

Roger Federer will take on Australian John Millman, who reached the last 16 of a major for the first time with a 6-4, 4-6, 6-1, 6-3 victory over Kazakhstan’s Mikhail Kukushkin. (Geoff Burke/USA TODAY Sports/Reuters)

Federer out-manoeuvres Kyrgios, Cilic survives as Kerber, Zverev fall at US Open

If Roger Federer makes it past John Millman, he could find Wimbledon champion Novak Djokovic waiting in the last eight

Keep off the grass: Rickie Fowler plays a bunker shot during a practice round prior to the US Open.

It’s really rough at the US Open

Precision and patience will be at a premium at Oakmont, where dense and menacing rough will challenge the world’s best golfers at the 116th US Open.

Pacquiao, the only fighter to win world titles in eight different weight divisions, has continued fighting after reversing a decision to retire in 2016. (Reuters)

Mayweather, Pacquiao fight fans sue for millions

Disgruntled fans are suing Manny Pacquiao and others for not disclosing a shoulder injury before his "Fight of the Century" against Floyd Mayweather.

Demonstrators hold up signs in front of Staples Centre demanding the sale of the Los Angeles Clippers prior to game five of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs.

NBA ban on Clippers owner the ‘start of a healing process’

Following the NBA’s ban on Donald Sterling for racist comments, the Clippers coach says the sanctions meted out is a "the sigh of relief we needed".

Michael Phelps.

Phelps and Lochte book medley showdown

Michael Phelps suffered a scare before booking his place in a 400m medley showdown with Ryan Lochte as Japan’s Kosuke Hagino led the way.

Swimmer Michael Phelps during the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.

Lochte, Phelps safely into Olympic semifinal trials

Ryan Lochte and Michael Phelps answered the bell for round two of their Olympic bout, both reaching the 200m freestyle semifinals at swimming trials.

Federer ready for Tsonga rematch

Federer ready for Tsonga rematch

After Jo-Wilfried Tsonga defeated Roger Federer at Wimbledon, they’ll face each other again in the quarterfinals of the US Open.

Phelps sets himself in a new direction

Phelps sets himself in a new direction

Michael Phelps set new standards in Olympic swimming with his eight gold medals in Beijing, and now faces the tricky task of re-setting his goals.

Woods has victory in sight at World Challenge

Woods has victory in sight at World Challenge

Tiger Woods takes his first victory in more than a year at the World Challenge golf tournament in California.

Tiger still struggles to recover after year of scandal

A year after Tiger Woods’ great embarrassment, he’s still no closer to recovering his game and his reputation.

McDowell dodges drama to seize US Open trophy

Graeme McDowell was the last man standing at Pebble Beach on Sunday, hoisting a US Open trophy that was a testament to nerve and "knuckling down".

Pebble Beach no panacea for Woods’s woes

Tiger Woods returned to the scene of his most complete triumph on Thursday, but Pebble Beach wasn’t in a nostalgic mood.

Seventh time lucky for Baghdatis

Marcos Baghdatis toppled Roger Federer 5-7, 7-5, 7-6 (7/4) on Tuesday to claim his first victory in seven tries against the world number one.

Tiger to break his silence

Tiger to break his silence

Tiger Woods will break his silence on Friday, when he will address his plans for the future following a sex scandal that drove him into seclusion.

Goosen confusion leads to last-match drama

Retief Goosen’s momentary mental lapse nearly cost his International team a Presidents Cup point on Thursday.

Internationals eye Presidents Cup glory

America’s dominance of the Presidents Cup has robbed the matchplay showdown of Ryder Cup-like drama.

Federer books semifainal clash with Murray

World number two Roger Federer battled past Fernando Verdasco 6-3, 7-6 (7/5) on Thursday to book a semifinal meeting with Andy Murray.

Nadal, Djokovic on course for semifinal clash

Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic stayed on course for a semifinal showdown with third-round triumphs in the Indian Wells Masters series on Tuesday.

Federer flies into fourth round at Indian Wells

Roger Federer was more than a match for the firepower of Ivo Karlovic on Monday, beating the towering Croatian in straight sets.