French coach says ‘defended’ himself against judo champion after domestic violence arrest

French judo coach Alain Schmitt, accused by Olympic judo champion Margaux Pinot of domestic violence, claimed on Friday that he had merely defended himself in a fight that he said she started.

Australia remain in Rugby World Cup after holding off Portugal

Australia smothered a ferocious comeback by Portugal to win their gripping first matchup 34-14 in the Rugby World Cup on Sunday.

Rugby World Cup: South Africa claim crucial bonus point in win over Tonga, New Zealand batter Italy

South Africa dotted down seven tries against Tonga to all but secure qualification for the quarter finals of the World Cup (49-18). Elsewhere Australia scored a bonus point of their own to down a spirited Portugal (34-14). But Eddie Jones's men have entered rugby purgatory, with their fate relying on other results next week. And New Zealand batter Italy (96-17). Jean-Emile Jammine dissects the latest results with Ian Borthwick and Laurent Bellet.

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Europe beat US to regain Ryder Cup, continue home dominance

Tommy Fleetwood enjoyed the winning moment as Europe regained the Ryder Cup from a battling United States on Sunday, wrapping up a 16.5-11.5 victory despite a blistering American singles charge.