Soccer: Blow for Iran as Kosovo friendly canceled

(Reuters) - Iran's World Cup preparations were hit by a second cancellation of a friendly match ahead of next month's tournament in Russia.

Sharapova anticipates return to the limelight in Paris

PARIS (Reuters) - It came as a surprise that Maria Sharapova, a two-time French Open champion and former world number one, was sent to Court One for her second-round match, but she'll most likely be back in the spotlight on Saturday.

Highlights of French Open fifth day

(Reuters) - Highlights from day five of the French Open tennis championships on Thursday (all times GMT):