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Emotion, tears as Messi prepares for Argentina farewell
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An emotional Lionel Messi prepared to bring the curtain down on his glittering 21-year international career on Tuesday, …
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Ronaldo says Portugal coach broke promises, apologises for walkout
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Cristiano Ronaldo on Tuesday accused Portugal coach Jorge Jesus of breaking his word about giving him game time in …
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Kane eyes Ronaldo record after matching England cap mark
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Harry Kane refused to rule out catching Cristiano Ronaldo at the top of the international goalscoring charts after …
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England needed to 'move on' from World Cup pain, says Tuchel
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Thomas Tuchel hailed England's response to an agonising World Cup exit after scoring 14 goals in their opening four …
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Merino double helps Spain beat Croatia, reach Nations League quarters
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Mikel Merino hit a brace to help World Cup winners Spain seal qualification to the Nations League quarter-finals with a …
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Furyk vows US will 'do more' to end Ryder Cup losing streak
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United States Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk said Tuesday he will ask his players to "do more than any American team has in …
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Spain fight back to beat Croatia, Kane adds to record for England
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Spain fought back against Croatia to win 2-1 in Split on Tuesday and remain perfect in Nations League Group A3 while …
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Kane marks 125th England cap with Wembley Nations League double
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Harry Kane celebrated his record-equalling 125th England cap with two trademark goals as his side cruised past the Czech …
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O'Neill to stay at Celtic after period of "reflection"
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Martin O'Neill confirmed on Tuesday he will remain as Celtic manager after reflecting on his future during the …
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As Messi bows out, Argentines say 'thank you'
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Argentines will bid farewell to Lionel Messi with a huge "thank you" themed send-off in Buenos Aires on Tuesday as the …
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Ronaldo opens door for Portugal return, apologises for walkout
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Cristiano Ronaldo opened the door for a return to the Portuguese national team on Tuesday and apologised for his …
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WADA seeks tough anti-doping stance from Kenya
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Kenya as future hosts of the World Athletics Championship must strive for zero tolerance for drugs in sport, the World …
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Iyer hits ton as India hammer West Indies in T20 opener
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Captain Shreyas Iyer struck his maiden T20 international century to lead India to a convincing eight-wicket win over the …
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'Itching' for change: Shiffrin cuts back slaloms this season
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Alpine skiing icon Mikaela Shiffrin announced on Tuesday she will be competing in fewer slalom events this coming …
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Mandhana named India women's team captain after Kaur quits
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India's cricket board on Tuesday named Smriti Mandhana as the new captain of the women's team after Harmanpreet Kaur …
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Bhuvneshwar returns to India's T20 squad for New Zealand tour
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Seam Bhuvneshwar Kumar has returned to India's T20 squad after a four-year absence from international cricket as …
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New investor forecasts LIV Golf teams could be worth $100 mn each
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LIV Golf teams could be worth up to $100 million (£75 million) each, even though it's just under a month since the …
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'Destined' Djokovic wins China Open, extending unbeaten record
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Tennis great Novak Djokovic credited his "never-die spirit" for carrying him to the 102nd title of his career as he won …
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End of an era as Messi prepares to hang up Argentina boots
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Lionel Messi will pull on Argentina's sky blue-and-white jersey for the last time on Tuesday and enjoy an emotional …
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UEFA investigate Ireland-Israel tunnel bustup after spitting claim
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UEFA confirmed on Tuesday that it has opened an investigation into the tunnel bust-up during last weekend's Nations …
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Djokovic wins China Open and keeps unbeaten record after de Minaur retires
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Novak Djokovic won the China Open on Tuesday after his opponent Alex de Minaur retired from the final, extending an …
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Djokovic wins China Open after de Minaur retires
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Novak Djokovic won the China Open on Tuesday after his opponent Alex de Minaur retired from the final, extending an …
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Alcaraz wins Japan Open for first title since injury return
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Carlos Alcaraz said he "didn't want to take anything for granted" after winning his first title since returning from a …
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'We're working to keep football clean', Turkish minister says
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Turkey's justice minister on Tuesday said that prosecutors were working "to keep football clean" as they looked into a …
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FIFA chief Infantino hit by Norwegian double complaint
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Embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been accused of a potential abuse of power and conflict of interest after …
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Alcaraz wins Japan Open for first title since return from injury
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Carlos Alcaraz won his first title since returning from a four-month injury layoff after beating the Czech Republic's …
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India, Qatar, S.Africa among nations who want to host 2036 Olympics
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India, Qatar and South Africa were confirmed on Tuesday among the seven countries interested in hosting the 2036 Summer …
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Muchova squeaks out win over Osaka to reach China Open quarter-finals
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Karolina Muchova beat former world number one Naomi Osaka on her ninth match point to reach the quarter-finals of the …
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Tennis world No.1 Sinner's season over due to knee injury
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Tennis world number one Jannik Sinner has brought a premature end to his season due to a knee injury, the Italian …
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Samoa look to recreate 2022 final run at Rugby League World Cup
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Veteran prop Spencer Leniu headlines a power-packed Samoa Rugby League World Cup squad named Tuesday as they look to …
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Superstar duo headline strong New Zealand squad for Rugby League World Cup
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New Zealand named a star-studded squad led by Newcastle Knights pair Kalyn Ponga and Dane Gagai Tuesday as they eye …
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Coco Gauff calls out online racism following China Open video review
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American tennis star Coco Gauff said Tuesday she faced an "insane" amount of online racist abuse after defeating Chinese …
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Falcons thump Saints 45-24 as New Orleans marks Katrina anniversary
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Atlanta Falcons running backs Bijan and Brian Robinson tore apart the Saints 45-24 Monday to spoil the party on an …
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White Sox down Guardians, Yankees on brink after Rays loss
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The Chicago White Sox rallied to beat the Cleveland Guardians in the latest stop on their fairytale Major League …
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NHL record-breaker Ovechkin says current season will be his last
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NHL all-time scoring leader Alex Ovechkin said Monday that the current season will be his last in the North American ice …
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France roar back in Nations League as Italy beat Turkey
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Michael Olise starred as France stormed back from behind to thrash Belgium 4-1 in the UEFA Nations League on Monday, …
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White Sox down Guardians to take 2-0 series lead
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The Chicago White Sox defeated the Cleveland Guardians 4-3 to take a commanding 2-0 series lead in Major League …
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Olise powers France to win over Belgium in Nations League
Oct 05 2026
Michael Olise came off the bench to inspire France to a 4-1 win over Belgium in the UEFA Nations League on Monday, …
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Messi readies for final farewell in Argentina send-off
Oct 05 2026
Lionel Messi will bring the curtain down on his glittering Argentina career on Tuesday with a farewell friendly against …
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Esposito seals Italy win over Turkey in Nations League
Oct 05 2026
Italy rounded off their first chunk of Nations League fixtures with a comprehensive 3-1 win over Turkey at the Dall'Ara …
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Milan's Saelemaekers suffers ankle setback, faces lengthy spell out
Oct 05 2026
Belgium international Alexis Saelemaekers has suffered another serious injury to his right ankle, AC Milan said on …
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Modric hopes fans back Croatia against Spain after England shame
Oct 05 2026
Croatia captain Luka Modric said he hoped the country's fans would support the team despite a hefty defeat by England …
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Djokovic into China Open final as Medvedev out for hitting fan with ball
Oct 05 2026
Novak Djokovic advanced to the China Open final on Monday after Daniil Medvedev was disqualified late in the second set, …
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Djokovic advances to China Open final as Medvedev out for hitting fan with ball
Oct 05 2026
Novak Djokovic advanced to the China Open final on Monday after Daniil Medvedev was disqualified in the second set, when …
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England captain Kane driven by desire for records says Tuchel
Oct 05 2026
Thomas Tuchel said England captain Harry Kane is driven by a burning desire for milestone moments as the striker …
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Talking points from the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
Oct 05 2026
Tropical storms, software bugs and a bad tyre choice may have delayed them, but in the end the three generational …
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Alcaraz advances to Japan Open final
Oct 05 2026
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz advanced to the final of the Japan Open on Monday after securing a hard-fought 5-7, …
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Swiatek, Zheng survive three-set tests in China Open third round
Oct 05 2026
Former world number one Iga Swiatek staged a comeback to advance to the last 16 at the China Open on Monday, while home …
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Hasan says Test cricket momentum turning for Bangladesh
Oct 05 2026
Fast-rising pace bowler Hasan Mahmud said on Monday Bangladesh's upward trajectory has made a place in the World Test …
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Big guns back for Australia's Rugby League World Cup defence
Oct 05 2026
Penrith star Isaah Yeo was named captain Monday for Australia's defence of their Rugby League World Cup title this …
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Braves rock Dodgers to level series, Brewers win thriller
Oct 05 2026
The Atlanta Braves shut down the Los Angeles Dodgers' star-studded batting line-up to score a series-leveling 3-2 …
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Thailand's Jeeno overcomes late wobble to win Lotte Championship
Oct 05 2026
Thailand's Jeeno Thitikul bagged her fourth title of the year with a three-shot victory at the LPGA Tour's Lotte …
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Chourio walk-off single lifts Brewers over Padres
Oct 05 2026
Jackson Chourio smacked a walk-off two-run single to give the Milwaukee Brewers a 4-3 victory over the San Diego Padres …
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Patriots inflict first Bills defeat as Chiefs keep winning
Oct 05 2026
The New England Patriots inflicted Buffalo's first defeat of the season as quarterback Drake Maye bounced back with …
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Israel wear black armbands in Ireland stalemate
Oct 04 2026
Israel's players wore black armbands in their Nations League draw against Ireland on Sunday to commemorate the victims …
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Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants: coach Jesus
Oct 04 2026
Portugal superstar Cristiano Ronaldo can return to the squad if he wishes, despite walking out on his team-mates, said …
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Patriots inflict first Bills defeat as Rams surge late
Oct 04 2026
The New England Patriots inflicted Buffalo's first defeat of the season as quarterback Drake Maye bounced back with …
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Portugal move into Nations League knockout stage, Germany held
Oct 04 2026
Portugal became the first team to reach the quarter-finals of the Nations League when they beat Norway 2-1 on Sunday, …
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Ronaldo-less Portugal beat Norway to reach Nations League quarters
Oct 04 2026
Portugal defeated Norway 2-1 without sulking superstar striker Cristiano Ronaldo on Sunday to qualify for the Nations …
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Israel wear black armbands in Ireland tie over Hamas attack
Oct 04 2026
Israel's national football team wore black armbands in their Nations League clash against Ireland on Sunday to …
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Colts top Commanders in NFL London game
Oct 04 2026
Indianapolis running back Jonathan Taylor ran for two touchdowns as the Colts defeated the injury-hit Washington …
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Three previous two-time Arc de Triomphe winners
Oct 04 2026
Daryz joined a rare band of two-time victors of the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Europe's most prestigious race, at …
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Evenepoel puts worlds 'disappointment' to bed with European crown
Oct 04 2026
The 2024 Olympic road racing gold medallist Remco Evenepoel said on Sunday taking the European championship title helped …
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Battling Djokovic stuns top seed Zverev at China Open
Oct 04 2026
Novak Djokovic rolled back the years to oust Alexander Zverev from the China Open on Sunday, beating the top seed 4-6, …
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'Champion' Daryz wins second successive Arc in fine style
Oct 04 2026
Daryz became only the ninth horse to win Europe's most prestigious race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, for a second …
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Two-time winning Arc trainer Rouget bows out in emotional farewell
Oct 04 2026
Two-time Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe winning trainer Jean-Claude Rouget failed to add a fairytale third on Sunday as Arrow …
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Daryz wins second successive Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
Oct 04 2026
Daryz became only the ninth horse to win Europe's most prestigious race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, for a second …
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England's seven-goal spree sends message to Euro rivals: Kane
Oct 04 2026
Harry Kane said England's 7-0 rout of Croatia in the Nations League served as a statement of intent to their European …
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Verstappen claims first win of year in chaotic Bahrain GP in Malaysia
Oct 04 2026
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen secured his and Red Bull's first win this year with an imperious drive Sunday in …
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Sydney Roosters edge Knights in tense NRL grand final
Oct 04 2026
The Sydney Roosters ended the Newcastle Knights' fairytale run with a thrilling 19-18 victory to clinch Australia's …
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Alcaraz through to Japan Open semis, Fils crashes out
Oct 04 2026
Carlos Alcaraz qualified for the semi-finals of the Japan Open on Sunday after an ailing Denis Shapovalov retired to …
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Sabalenka out of China Open in third round, Medvedev into semis
Oct 04 2026
Aryna Sabalenka was swatted aside in straight sets in the third round of the China Open on Sunday, leaving the women's …
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Red Bull's Verstappen wins Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
Oct 04 2026
Red Bull's Max Verstappen took his first win of the season at a chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Sunday that …
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Asian Games close in Japan after records, rancour and rain
Oct 04 2026
The Asian Games in Japan closed on Sunday after a fortnight lit up by record-smashing young stars but marred by mishaps, …
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Goggia's preparations disrupted by tropical viruses
Oct 04 2026
Sofia Goggia, the super-G World Cup holder, does not yet know when she would be able to start her season after …
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South Korea captain 'deeply sorry' for gloating about military exemption
Oct 04 2026
South Korea's Asian Games football captain apologised on Sunday for boasting that his gold medal meant he did not have …
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Alcaraz through to Japan Open semis after Shapovalov injury
Oct 04 2026
Carlos Alcaraz qualified for the semi-finals of the Japan Open on Sunday after an ailing Denis Shapovalov retired to …
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Asian Games set to close after records, rancour and rain
Oct 04 2026
The Asian Games in Japan will close later Sunday after a fortnight of record-smashing displays from young stars, but …
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Sabalenka swept out of China Open in third round
Oct 04 2026
Aryna Sabalenka was swatted aside in straight sets by 34th-ranked Nikola Bartunkova in the third round of the China Open …
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China swim sensation Yu Zidi, 13, says 'I'm no prodigy'
Oct 04 2026
The 13-year-old Chinese swimmer Yu Zidi said "I'm no prodigy" after she was named Asian Games MVP on Sunday following …
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Three-peat seeking Dodgers open playoffs with a win, Rays hold off Yankees
Oct 04 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers, chasing a rare World Series three-peat, opened their Major League Baseball playoff campaign …
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Yu Zidi to Ohashi: Asian Games stars who can light up LA Olympics
Oct 04 2026
The Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya close on Sunday, bringing the curtain down on a fortnight of competition featuring some …
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Teens on target again as USA down Mexico 3-0
Oct 04 2026
Cavan Sullivan became the youngest US international goalscorer in history as the United States defeated arch-rivals …
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World records prove Asian Games were a hit, says top official
Oct 04 2026
An Asian Olympic chief said Sunday that more than 50 world records at the Games in Japan proved the event was a success, …
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'Disappointing' as South Korea flag mishap sees Games end on sour note
Oct 04 2026
South Korea's Asian Games football captain called it "disappointing" after the country's flag appeared to get stuck …
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'Chaotic' Asian Games threaten Japan hopes of hosting Olympics again
Oct 04 2026
Japan is traditionally seen as a reliable host for major sporting events but an Asian Games dogged by organisational …
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'Just be you': Kim reveals Tiger text that inspired him to gold
Oct 04 2026
Asian Games golf champion Tom Kim revealed he was inspired by a message from Tiger Woods before his sparkling final …
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Dodgers step up World Series three-peat bid with 5-3 win over Braves
Oct 03 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers, chasing a rare World Series three-peat, rode six strong innings from pitcher Tarik Skubal and …
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Brazil shine on Selecao's first visit to India
Oct 03 2026
Five-time World Cup winners Brazil showed glimpses of their class in a 4-0 win over India in a rare football friendly …
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Spain break down Czechs as England outclass Croatia in Nations League
Oct 03 2026
World Cup winners Spain were made to work for a 3-1 win against the Czech Republic in the Nations League on Saturday …
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Yamal on target as Spain hold off Czech Republic
Oct 03 2026
Lamine Yamal continued his superb goalscoring form as Spain secured a 3-1 win over the Czech Republic on Saturday in the …
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Toulouse edge Castres in Top 14 derby
Oct 03 2026
A much-changed Toulouse edged rivals Castres 8-7 in the French Top 14 on Saturday to move to the summit of the table …
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Murakami homer propels White Sox to MLB playoff win over Guardians
Oct 03 2026
Munetaka Murakami belted a two-run home run to power the Chicago White Sox to a 3-0 victory over the Cleveland Guardians …
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Ireland cut short news conference before Israel game
Oct 03 2026
The Republic of Ireland's press conference on Saturday on the eve of their second Nations League match against Israel in …
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Tuchel hails 'complete' England after Croatia demolition
Oct 03 2026
Thomas Tuchel saluted England's "complete" performance in a 7-0 rout of hapless Croatia in the Nations League on …
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Fury to invite Trump to lead ring walk before Joshua showdown
Oct 03 2026
Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will invite US President Donald Trump to lead his ring walk before his clash with …
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MVP Judge will miss Yankees' MLB playoff series against Rays
Oct 03 2026
Injured New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge was left off the roster for the team's American League Division Series …
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Seventh heaven for England in Nations League rout of Croatia
Oct 03 2026
Harry Kane and Bukayo Saka both struck twice as England ran riot in a 7-0 rout of abject Croatia in the Nations League …
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Fernandes hails Portugal's 'greatest symbol' Ronaldo, calls for unity
Oct 03 2026
Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes said Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country's greatest footballing icon despite …
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Grandidier-Nkanang double takes Pau to Top 14 summit despite Vannes fightback
Oct 03 2026
France winger Aaron Grandidier-Nkanang scored twice as Pau held off a second-half comeback from new boys Vannes to win …
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Trainer Scott gets perfect Arc boost with top notch double
Oct 03 2026
English trainer George Scott took the honours on Saturday at Longchamp with a double, the perfect morale booster on the …
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Zverev sets up Djokovic quarter-final at China Open, Rybakina out
Oct 03 2026
Big-serving Alexander Zverev trounced home hopeful Shang Juncheng 6-0, 6-3 at the China Open on Saturday to set up a …
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