LOS ANGELES: Joel Embiid made a dazzling return from a two-month injury layoff to inspire the Philadelphia 76ers to an upset 109-105 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday. The NBA’s reigning Most Valuable Player was a surprise late inclusion in the Sixers’ starting lineup at the Wells Fargo Center, returning to the hardwood … Read more
SAO PAULO: Sam Bird sealed one of the most dramatic victories in Formula E history at the Sao Paulo E-Prix with a stunning finm The race, which included 212 competitive overtakes, was watched by tens of thousands of fans in Brazil’s most populous city including racing royalty Bernie Ecclestone and fellow countrymen Felipe Massa and Emerson … Read more
RIYADH: There is an abiding enthusiasm for cricket in Saudi Arabia especially among expatriates from Asian nations already familiar with the game. Relatively new tournaments that have helped boost this enthusiasm include the Indian Premier League, the Pakistan Super League and the Bangladesh Premier League. Fans love watching the game with family and friends at … Read more
RIYADH: Al-Hilal coach Jorge Jesus is keeping his squad secret for the Riyadh Season Cup clash with city rivals Al-Nassr on Thursday night, sources have revealed to the Arabic language outlet Arriyadiyah. Riyadh’s Kingdom Arena is set to host the competition’s final match, with Al-Hilal needing a win to secure the trophy, while Al-Nassr will … Read more
Heartache for Saudi Arabia as late equalizer and penalty shootout dash Asian Cup dreams DOHA: After 120 minutes of intense football action ended in a 1-1 draw, Saudi Arabia’s Asian Cup campaign came to end in heartbreaking fashion on Tuesday with a 4-2 penalty shootout defeat at the hands of South Korea. In was a … Read more