ALEX BYWATER AT DPD STADIUM AT FRANKLIN'S GARDENS: But the opening weekend of the 2026-27 Champions Cup has provided something of a reality check.

Andrew Davies was the talk Sunday morning at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon, delivering the fastest-ever debut by a Canadian over 42.2 kilometres at two hours eight minutes 48 seconds for ninth overall in the men's race at the event that doubles as the national marathon championships.

Jorian Baucom's early match goal holds up as Calgary Wild shut down AFC Toronto 1-0 Sunday in NSL action.

Scott Boland makes a destructive return to the team and a South African debutant has a touching family moment as rain plays spoilsport in Gqeberha. Here are the quick hits from day one of the second Test between Australia and South Africa.

CHRIS WHEELER AT ELLAND ROAD: Carrick claimed that the 1-1 draw felt like a fresh start for United, but admitted that a run of two wins from 10 games doesn't look good.

Manchester United drew 1-1 with Leeds United and are now below Aston Villa in the Premier League table after Unai Emery's side beat Newcastle United at St James Park

Martin O'Neill believes today's ruthless thrashing of Hearts could breathe new life into Celtic's season.

The Shanghai triumph marks a clear turning point for Alejandro Davidovich Fokina after years of near-misses and a difficult injury recovery.

TOM COLLOMOSSE AT THE CITY GROUND: They are Premier League champions and may well retain their title but Arsenal will never set pulses racing outside north London.

Watch the best of the Grand Slam of Curling Invitational event in Victoria.