Sports News from Thursday, April 16th, 2026

Former Arsenal, Juventus goalkeeper Manninger dies in road accident

Former Austria goalkeeper Alex Manninger, who played for Arsenal and a string of Italian clubs, died in a road accident on Thursday aged 48, the Austrian Football Association (OEFB) said.
French Open prize money increases, retiring players to be honoured

Prize money at this year's French Open will jump by 9.5 per cent, taking the total purse to 61.7 million euros ($72.69 million), organisers said on Thursday.
David Beckham: Inter Miami not rushing to replace head coach

Co-owner David Beckham said Inter Miami have to "let things settle down" before hiring a head coach after the sudden, early-season departure of Javier Mascherano on Tuesday.

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