Taking responsibility for the West Indies' elimination from the T20 World Cup, skipper Shai Hope said he should have batted faster at the top to post a more challenging target for India.

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Nagelsmann discusses Germanys goalkeeping situationJulian Nagelsmann confirms Oliver Baumann will start in goal for Germany in the World Cup, as things stand. With Manuel Neuer reassuring his decision to retire from international football and Marc-Andr ter Stegens latest injury, the Hoffenheim custodian will be Germanys starting goalkeeper in a tournament for the very first time.Its obviously an extremely tragic situation for Marc (ter Stegen), Nagelsmann said regarding the player who was expected to start between the posts before his season-ending injury. Its tragic that something so dramatic comes from such a simple action like an ordinary pass.Looking at his history with the national team, it would have been his turn now. Its not a lost cause, but theres no question it will be very tight. You have to consider not only the recent injury. He was also absent for a long period before that, and hardly played for almost a year.In his interview with Kicker, Nagelsmann backs Baumann to fill the gap for this summers tournament. Manuel Neuer was the one who stepped down. I still believe hes doing very well and that hes a very good goalkeeper, but with Oliver Baumann, we also have an outstanding keeper. If Oli stays as consistent and fit as he is now, hell have a great World Cup. We have no concerns at all in the goalkeeping position.

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Barry Hawkins claimed the Welsh Open title in emotional fashion, defeating Jack Lisowski 9-5 in the final at Venue Cymru in Llandudno to pocket the 100,000 prize money.The 46-year-old from Ditton delivered a heartfelt dedication to his father following the triumph.Speaking on TNT Sports, Hawkins said: "And to my dad who is struggling and is going through a hard time and hopefully this picks up his spirits."It gives him something to fight for so this one is for you Dad."TRENDINGStoriesVideosYour SayThe victory marks his fifth major career title and his first ranking event win in three years.Hawkins looked utterly dominant in the early stages, racing into a commanding 7-1 advantage against the Churchdown cueman.Lisowski then found his rhythm and started to claw his way back into the contest, raising the prospect of a remarkable turnaround.Barry Hawkins seals a fifth world ranking title at the Welsh Open, beating Jack Lisowski 95! pic.twitter.com/W3ZsBVy7Vx TNT Sports (@tntsports) March 1, 2026 But any hopes of a stunning comeback were dashed as Hawkins held his nerve to close out the match.The final frame proved decisive, with the veteran producing a couple of crucial breaks to seal victory 70-1 in that frame.Hawkins admitted afterwards: "When you are 7-1 up its hard as it could be the biggest collapse ever seen."LATEST SPORTS NEWS:Mikel Arteta sets record straight on his 'black eye' after gritty Arsenal win over ChelseaLeeds United's potential punishments after fans booed Ramadan break during Premier League match with Man CityF1's best-paid drivers as Lando Norris, Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton eye Australian Grand Prix gloryHawkins delivered an emotional speech after collecting his trophy, paying tribute to friends who have passed away.He told the crowd: "Also I want to dedicate this win to a couple of people we have lost."We lost Les Church a couple of years ago and we lost a good friend Gizzy who we lost in October."The veteran cueman also expressed his gratitude to supporters at the venue, saying: "Thank you to the crowd you have supported us all and it brings the best out of us."He added that he was certain celebrations would follow, joking: "I am sure there is going to be a party later on."This triumph represents Hawkins' fifth major title and ends a three-year wait for silverware.Remarkably, the 46-year-old had considered pulling out of the tournament altogether before it even began.It was fellow professional Mark Selby who persuaded him to compete a decision that clearly paid off handsomely.Hawkins joked about his friend's intervention: "I suppose they want a bit of commission now, Mark did message me today saying 'I'll just take ten per cent."Reflecting on the significance of the win, he said: "It means the world really. I have come close to some big titles but am just so relieved."Our Standards: The GB News Editorial Charter

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Till Pape gehrt zu den interessantesten Charakteren im deutschen Basketball. Der Nationalspieler studiert seit Jahren Medizin, macht nebenher den Bootsfhrerschein. Als "Bankdrcker" fhlt er sich aber nur in der Uni wohl. Eine Annherung.[mehr]

Pour son retour la comptition, Leonardo Balerdi a perdu son brassard de capitaine dimanche lors de la victoire de l'OM face l'OL (3-2). Une dcision qui a compt dans sa belle performance, selon l'entraneur de l'OM, Habib Beye.

AFL chief executive officer Andrew Dillon signals his intention to explore an Olympics opportunity for the sport.