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McIlroy open to resuming PGA Tour board role if wanted
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Rory McIlroy said Wednesday he is ready to return to the PGA Tour's policy board if wanted, believing he can help …
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Mbappe, Dembele leave PSG poised to celebrate Ligue 1 title
AFP - 34m ago
Paris Saint-Germain could be confirmed as French Ligue 1 champions once again later on Wednesday after Ousmane Dembele …
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Nadal will only play French Open if he can 'compete well'
AFP - 1h ago
Rafael Nadal said on Wednesday he will only play at the upcoming French Open if he feels "capable enough to compete …
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India's Pant boosts World Cup hopes with IPL batting blitz
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Rishabh Pant smashed an unbeaten 88 as he led Delhi Capitals to a tense IPL win over Gujarat Titans on Wednesday, …
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Osaka seals first win on clay since 2022 in Madrid
AFP - 2h ago
Naomi Osaka says she is "embracing the clay a lot more now" as she captured her first victory on the surface since 2022 …
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USA's Blanch, 16, 'obviously nervous' ahead of Nadal match
AFP - 3h ago
American teenager Darwin Blanch will play just the second ATP Tour match of his career against Rafael Nadal on Thursday …
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France's Godon wins opening Tour de Romandie stage
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French cyclist Dorian Godon won a sprint finish ahead of his Decathlon AG2R La Mondial team-mate Andrea Vendrame on the …
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Austrian ski great Hirscher to make comeback under Dutch flag
AFP - 3h ago
Austria's two-time Olympic ski champion Marcel Hirscher announced on Wednesday that he was coming out of retirement to …
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Kewell's Yokohama beat Ulsan to reach Asian Champions League final
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Harry Kewell said his Yokohama F-Marinos players can "handle any pressure" after beating Ulsan Hyundai 5-4 on penalties …
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Rangnick confirms talks with Bayern over head coaching job
AFP - 5h ago
Austria manager Ralf Rangnick confirmed he was in talks with Bayern Munich to become the club's head coach in the …
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Chelsea's bad days are 'so bad': Pochettino
AFP - 5h ago
Mauricio Pochettino admitted troubled Chelsea's worst moments this season have been "so bad" after the Blues suffered …
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Haaland ruled out of Man City's crucial trip to Brighton
AFP - 6h ago
Manchester City's Premier League title bid suffered a blow after Norway striker Erling Haaland was ruled out of …
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Retired Austrian ski great Hirscher to make comeback under Dutch flag
AFP - 6h ago
Austria's two-time Olympic ski champion Mircel Hirscher is coming out of retirement to compete under the flag of the …
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Doncic shines as Mavs sink Clippers; Timberwolves down Suns
AFP - 11h ago
Luka Doncic scored 32 points as the Dallas Mavericks battled to a series-tying 96-93 road victory over the Los Angeles …
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'Serious talent' Fraser-McGurk bonds with Warner to light up IPL
AFP - 6h ago
Jake Fraser-McGurk went unsold at auction but the young Australian was snapped up by Delhi Capitals as an injury …
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Wallabies' Petaia could miss Wales Tests after shoulder injury
AFP - 10h ago
Centre Jordan Petaia will miss the rest of the Super Rugby season with a shoulder injury, the Queensland Reds said, …
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Norman says McIlroy welcome on LIV Tour, but denies any offer
AFP - 12h ago
LIV Golf boss Greg Norman denied Wednesday making any financial offer for Rory McIlroy to jump ship from the PGA Tour, …
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Wolves overpower Suns to lead series 2-0, Pacers down Bucks
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Jaden McDaniels scored 25 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Phoenix Suns 105-93 to take a 2-0 series …
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LIV Golf could switch to 72-hole format: Norman
AFP - 7h ago
LIV Golf chief Greg Norman said Wednesday he was "very open-minded" about the Saudi-backed circuit becoming 72-hole …
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Sinner plays down Djokovic, Alcaraz comparisons
Apr 23 2024
Jannik Sinner on Tuesday dismissed the idea that he is the best player in the world right now, saying he should not be …
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Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up Premier League lead
Apr 23 2024
Kai Havertz and Ben White scored twice as Arsenal thrashed Chelsea 5-0 on Tuesday to surge ahead in the Premier League …
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NBA investigating Jokic's brother for punching fan: reports
Apr 23 2024
The NBA is investigating an incident where Strahinja Jokic, older brother of Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, punched a …
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Griner contemplated suicide during Russian prison ordeal: interview
Apr 23 2024
WNBA superstar Brittney Griner has revealed she contemplated suicide during her nine-month ordeal in a Russian jail that …
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USADA calls for WADA overhaul, probe into China swim doping
Apr 23 2024
The US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) called Tuesday for an overhaul of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and an …
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Unbeaten Stoinis ton helps Lucknow chase 211 to beat CSK
Apr 23 2024
Australia's Marcus Stoinis hit an unbeaten 124 as Lucknow Super Giants chased down a target of 211 with six wickets and …
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Roma's Ndicka gets all clear to train after on-pitch collapse
Apr 23 2024
Roma defender Evan Ndicka has been given a medical green light to restart "provisional and observed" training after …
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Inter put back parade and Torino game to create Sunday title party
Apr 23 2024
Inter Milan said on Tuesday that they have pushed back their title celebration and their next Serie A game and both …
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US Justice Dept to pay $139 mn to USA Gymnastics sex abuse victims
Apr 23 2024
The United States Justice Department said Tuesday it had agreed to pay almost $139 million to victims of sex abuser …
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NFL Chiefs extend contracts for coach Reid, top execs
Apr 23 2024
Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, general manager Brett Veach and team president Mark Donovan have received …
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Muscles and masterpieces: Louvre offers Olympic sport sessions
Apr 23 2024
The Louvre museum in Paris announced Tuesday that it planned to organise yoga and sport sessions in its famed galleries …
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Badosa 'fighting' for tennis career despite doctors' concerns
Apr 23 2024
Former world number two Paula Badosa on Tuesday vowed to "keep fighting" for her career despite doctors telling her "it …
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Feyenoord boss Slot leading race for Liverpool job - reports
Apr 23 2024
Feyenoord coach Arne Slot has emerged as the leading contender to succeed Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager, according …
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French police union threatens to disrupt Olympics relay
Apr 23 2024
A French police trade union threatened Tuesday to disrupt the Olympics torch relay ahead of the start of the Paris Games …
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Belgian rider Van Aert back in training after crash
Apr 23 2024
Belgian rider Wout van Aert has returned to road training less than a month after being seriously injured in a crash, …
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Klopp warns title-chasing Liverpool over 'derby fever' in Everton clash
Apr 23 2024
Jurgen Klopp warned his title-chasing Liverpool team that they will have to cope with "derby fever" as he prepares to …
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No Russian fencers at Paris Olympics: European federation
Apr 23 2024
No fencers from Russia or Belarus will take part in the Paris Olympics after those eligible under a neutral banner did …
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Unai Emery extends Aston Villa contract
Apr 23 2024
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has extended his contract until 2027, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday.
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French forward Olivier Giroud set for Los Angeles FC move
Apr 23 2024
France's record goal scorer Olivier Giroud has reached agreement with Los Angeles FC to join the Major League Soccer …
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European rights court to examine Semenya's appeal on May 15
Apr 23 2024
The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) confirmed Tuesday that it will examine the appeal of double Olympic champion …
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Scotland lock Jonny Gray leaves Premiership club Exeter
Apr 23 2024
Scotland lock Jonny Gray has left Exeter with immediate effect to "explore other playing opportunities", the English …
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Luis Enrique wants to 'mark history' with PSG treble
Apr 23 2024
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said Tuesday he was chasing history as the club bid for the treble of Ligue 1, …
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Nottingham Forest to get access to VAR audio after penalties furore
Apr 23 2024
Nottingham Forest will be given the opportunity to privately hear the VAR audio related to three rejected penalty claims …
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Ten Hag says reaction to Man Utd FA Cup win a 'disgrace'
Apr 23 2024
Erik ten Hag says the media reaction to Manchester United's performance in the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry was "a …
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What we know about Chinese swimming doping revelations
Apr 23 2024
Twenty-three Chinese swimmers tested positive for a banned substance just months before the 2021 Tokyo Olympics but were …
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Inter's future bright under Inzaghi but off-field uncertainty reigns
Apr 23 2024
Inter Milan are flying high after sealing the Serie A title by winning the Milan derby but off-field uncertainty is …
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Kewell tells Yokohama to summon spirit of Istanbul to reach final
Apr 23 2024
Harry Kewell says his Yokohama F-Marinos side can emulate his 2005 Istanbul success with Liverpool and "do something …
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Murray buzzer-beater lifts Nuggets over Lakers, Knicks stun Sixers
Apr 23 2024
Jamal Murray fired the game-winner at the buzzer as the NBA champion Denver Nuggets erased a 20-point deficit to beat …
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Flailing Crusaders rubbish 'childish' calls to sack coach Penney
Apr 23 2024
Canterbury Crusaders' chief executive rejected Tuesday "childish" calls to sack coach Rob Penney with the defending …
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Thailand keen to host F1 race on streets of Bangkok
Apr 23 2024
Formula One fans could be treated to the sight of Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton roaring around the steamy streets of …
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Knicks rally late to stun Sixers, take 2-0 NBA playoff series lead
Apr 23 2024
The New York Knicks scored eight points in the final 27.4 seconds to stun the Philadelphia 76ers 104-101 on Monday and …
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Ruben Amorim: Portugal's next coaching superstar, tipped for Liverpool
Apr 23 2024
Twenty years ago it was Jose Mourinho. Now it is Ruben Amorim who appears set to move from Portugal to the Premier …
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South Korea's Son Jun-ho joins fifth-tier side after China release
Apr 23 2024
South Korean international footballer Son Jun-ho has joined an amateur fifth-tier club on his comeback from 10 months' …
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Playoff-hungry NHL Sabres re-hire Ruff as head coach
Apr 22 2024
Lindy Ruff, the fifth-winningest coach in NHL history, was hired Monday for a second stint as head coach of the Buffalo …
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Inter Milan seal Scudetto in derby thriller with AC Milan
Apr 22 2024
Inter Milan sealed the Serie A title on Monday after beating AC Milan 2-1 and creating an unassailable lead at the top …
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Hornets, Kings among NBA Draft tie-breaker winners
Apr 22 2024
The Charlotte Hornets have the third-best odds of capturing the top pick in next month's NBA Draft Lottery after winning …
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Inzaghi rises to managerial elite after romping to first Scudetto
Apr 22 2024
Simone Inzaghi claimed his place at football management's top table after sealing the first Serie A title of his …
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Former Falcons quarterback Ryan retires from NFL
Apr 22 2024
Matt Ryan, the former Atlanta Falcons and Indianapolis Colts quarterback who was the 2016 NFL Most Valuable Player, …
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WADA reject cover-up charge, China labels reports 'fake news'
Apr 22 2024
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) on Monday rejected accusations of a cover-up during their investigation into Chinese …
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Djokovic skips Madrid Open but is aiming for Rome
Apr 22 2024
World number one and record 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic will not play at the Madrid Open this week but is …
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Key players from Inter's title triumph
Apr 22 2024
Inter Milan strode to their 20th Italian league title on Monday after blowing away the rest of Serie A and crowing …
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Inter Milan win Serie A title in derby thriller with AC Milan
Apr 22 2024
Inter Milan won Serie A on Monday after beating AC Milan 2-1 and creating an unassailable lead at the top of the league …
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Djokovic, Bonmati crowned at Laureus Awards
Apr 22 2024
Novak Djokovic was named World Sportsman of the Year for a record-equalling fifth time at the Laureus Awards ceremony on …
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Selby considers retirement after 'pathetic' world championship exit
Apr 22 2024
Four-time snooker world champion Mark Selby is considering retirement after crashing out at the first round of the world …
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World Snooker Championship venue 'smells', says Iran's Vafaei
Apr 22 2024
Iran's Hossein Vafaei has lashed out at conditions at the venue for the World Snooker Championship, saying it "smells …
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Ireland to face New Zealand among Autumn Nations Series
Apr 22 2024
Six Nations champions Ireland will open their Autumn Nations Series against New Zealand in a repeat of last year's World …
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Jaiswal ton powers toppers Rajasthan to big IPL win
Apr 22 2024
Yashasvi Jaiswal struck form with an unbeaten 104 as Rajasthan Royals consolidated their position at the top of the IPL …
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Tiger's team: Homa, Kisner and Tom Kim join Woods TGL squad
Apr 22 2024
Tiger Woods unveiled the roster, logo and colors for his new Jupiter Links team in the TGL virtual golf league on …
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French teen Risacher becomes candidate for 2024 NBA Draft: report
Apr 22 2024
French teen Zaccharie Risacher submitted paperwork to the NBA to become eligible for the 2024 NBA Draft, where he is …
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WADA: 'No credible evidence of wrongdoing' in Chinese swimming case
Apr 22 2024
The president of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) on Monday said his organisation had received "no credible evidence …
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Cardiff puts losses at 120m euros in dispute over Sala death
Apr 22 2024
Cardiff football club on Monday filed a complaint in a French court claiming losses of more than 120 million euros …
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Barca chief wants Clasico replay if Yamal 'ghost goal' call wrong
Apr 22 2024
Barcelona president Joan Laporta said Monday the club will demand a Clasico replay if they can prove officials made a …
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Ganguly, Ponting back Pant to play T20 World Cup
Apr 22 2024
Cricket greats Sourav Ganguly and Ricky Ponting on Monday backed India star Rishabh Pant to play the T20 World Cup in …
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Arsenal boss Arteta warns of Chelsea danger
Apr 22 2024
Mikel Arteta says Chelsea deserve to be higher in the Premier League table as he prepares his title-chasing Arsenal team …
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Italy icon Cannavaro named Udinese boss after Cioffi sacked
Apr 22 2024
Italy legend Fabio Cannavaro was named new Udinese coach on Monday after Gabriele Cioffi was sacked in an attempt to …
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Scheffler wraps up fourth win of year at RBC Heritage
Apr 22 2024
Masters champion Scottie Scheffler wrapped up his fourth win of the year on Monday, securing victory by three strokes at …
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Cole, Terry added to Premier League Hall of Fame
Apr 22 2024
Andrew Cole and John Terry have been inducted into the Premier League's Hall of Fame, the English top flight announced …
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Ten Hag under mounting pressure at Man Utd despite reaching FA Cup final
Apr 22 2024
Manchester United have kept their season alive by reaching the FA Cup final for a second straight year but their chaotic …
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Barca's De Jong to miss end of season with ankle sprain - reports
Apr 22 2024
Frenkie de Jong is set to miss the rest of the season after Barcelona confirmed on Monday the midfielder suffered an …
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African players in Europe: Gueye, Foster end goal droughts
Apr 22 2024
Senegalese Idrissa Gueye and South African Lyle Foster ended Premier League goal droughts at the weekend while helping …
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Nadal signs up for 2024 Laver Cup in Berlin
Apr 22 2024
Rafael Nadal will represent Team Europe at the Laver Cup in Berlin this September in what could be one of the final …
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China calls swimmer doping reports 'fake news'
Apr 22 2024
Beijing on Monday called reports about 23 Chinese swimmers testing positive for a banned substance ahead of the Tokyo …
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Djokovic skips Madrid Open, Nadal to face teen Blanch
Apr 22 2024
World number one and record 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic will not play at the Madrid Open this week.
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Memory of 'Chariots of Fire' hero Liddell burns bright for daughter
Apr 22 2024
Patricia Russell was only six when she said farewell to her father Eric Liddell for what turned out to be the final time …
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Indian prodigy, 17, makes chess history
Apr 22 2024
A 17-year-old from India will become the youngest player to challenge for the World Chess Championship crown after …
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Carragher accuses Forest of lacking 'class' after VAR rant
Apr 22 2024
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has accused Nottingham Forest of lacking "class" after the club launched a …
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Demolition man Head, Pandya booed, red-hot Kohli: IPL talking points
Apr 22 2024
The Indian Premier League is around the halfway mark this season with teams scrambling to make the top four of the T20 …
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Thunder edge Pelicans in thriller, Celtics, Bucks and Clippers win playoff openers
Apr 22 2024
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander drained a go-ahead basket with 32.5 seconds left on Sunday as Western Conference top seeds …
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'I have nothing to hide' says motorsport boss Ben Sulayem
Apr 22 2024
Motorsport boss Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he has "nothing to hide" and "I play by the rules" after being cleared of …
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Australian swim coach rejects claims of systemic Chinese doping
Apr 22 2024
An Australian coach who works with the Chinese Swimming Association has rejected claims of systemic state-run doping, …
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Star Zhou, golden oldies, prickly Horner: Chinese GP talking points
Apr 22 2024
Max Verstappen won the main race and the sprint in another all-conquering display as the Chinese Grand Prix returned for …
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Wolff, Horner clash anew over Verstappen's Red Bull future
Apr 22 2024
Toto Wolff and Red Bull counterpart Christian Horner have reignited their war of words over Max Verstappen after the …
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Jokic, Doncic and Gilgeous-Alexander finalists for NBA MVP award
Apr 22 2024
Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic, the Dallas Mavericks' Luka Doncic and Oklahoma City's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander are the …
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Game on! Dutch darts world hits the Bullseye
Apr 22 2024
The packed stadium shudders as thousands of orange-clad Dutch fans bounce around, chanting the name of their favourite …
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Red-hot Scheffler on brink of fourth win of the year
Apr 22 2024
Masters champion Scottie Scheffler was on the brink of his fourth win in five starts this year when play was suspended …
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Ohtani passes Matsui for most MLB homers by Japanese player
Apr 22 2024
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani belted his 176th career home run to move past Hideki Matsui for most homers …
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Bellingham brings Madrid to brink of title with Clasico winner
Apr 22 2024
Jude Bellingham snatched Real Madrid a dramatic 3-2 Clasico win over champions Barcelona on Sunday with a "fundamental" …
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Three talking points from the Premier League weekend
Apr 22 2024
Arsenal and Liverpool bounced back from European exits and shock Premier League home defeats last weekend to move back …
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Veteran Australian swim coach rejects claims of systemic Chinese doping
Apr 21 2024
A veteran Australian coach who works with the Chinese Swimming Association has rejected claims of systemic state-run …
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Korda captures Chevron crown for second major, LPGA record fifth straight win
Apr 21 2024
World number one Nelly Korda matched an LPGA record with her fifth consecutive victory on Sunday, winning the Chevron …
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Nelly Korda takes Chevron title for LPGA record-tying fifth win in a row
Apr 21 2024
World number one Nelly Korda matched an LPGA record with her fifth consecutive victory on Sunday, winning the Chevron …
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Tatum leads Celtics over Heat, Clippers thrash Mavs in NBA playoff openers
Apr 21 2024
Jayson Tatum posted his first playoff triple-double to propel Boston to an NBA playoff series opening victory over Miami …
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PSG crush Lyon to stand on brink of Ligue 1 title
Apr 21 2024
Paris Saint-Germain are on the brink of winning another French Ligue 1 title after crushing Lyon 4-1 on Sunday, the same …
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