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Chris Wood hits quickfire double in NZ World Cup qualifying romp
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Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood continued his red-hot form with two goals in as many minutes for New Zealand in an …
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Kyrgios to make competitive return at Brisbane next month after injuries
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Nick Kyrgios will make his return to competitive tennis at the Brisbane International ahead of the Australian Open, …
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Australian World Cup penalty hero Vine takes mental health break
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Australian Women's World Cup hero Cortnee Vine said Friday she is stepping away from football to focus on her mental …
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Pepi gives Pochettino win for USA in Jamaica
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A fifth-minute goal from Ricardo Pepi gave Mauricio Pochettino's United States a 1-0 win over Jamaica in their CONCACAF …
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'Hell to heaven' as China reignite World Cup hopes with late winner
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China's long-suffering football fans went from "hell to heaven" after a dramatic 1-0 win in Bahrain reignited the …
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Tyson slaps Paul in final face-off before Netflix bout
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Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson slapped opponent Jake Paul as the two men faced off for the final time on …
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New Zealand challenge 'immense but fantastic' for France
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Fabien Galthie's France welcome in-form New Zealand on Saturday to Paris with the hosts hoping to build on the victories …
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Under pressure England boss Borthwick in Springboks' spotlight
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England coach Steve Borthwick leads his side into Saturday's match against world champions South Africa at Twickenham in …
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All Blacks plan to nullify 'freakish' Dupont, says Lienert-Brown
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New Zealand centre Anton Lienert-Brown described France scrum-half Antoine Dupont as a "freakish player" ahead of the …
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Argentina fall in Paraguay, Brazil held in Venezuela
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World champions Argentina suffered a 2-1 defeat to Paraguay while rivals Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw at Venezuela as …
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New Zealand's prolific Williamson back for England Test series
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Prolific batsman Kane Williamson was Friday included in New Zealand's Test squad to face England after missing their …
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England wrap-up T20 series win over West Indies
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England beat West Indies by three wickets in their T20 international in Saint Lucia on Thursday to take an …
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Stewards intervene to stop Israel, France football fans clash at Paris match
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Stewards had to intervene at the Nations League match between France and Israel on Thursday to stop fans of both nations …
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Italy and security-tight France lock up Nations League quarter-final spots
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Italy ensured qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals with a victory over Belgium on Thursday that also …
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Cricket at 2028 Olympics could be held outside Los Angeles
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Cricket might be forced to make its Olympic return outside Los Angeles, 2028 Games organisers said on Thursday, …
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New Zealand's Southee to quit Test cricket after England series
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Former New Zealand captain Tim Southee said Friday the team's upcoming Test series with England would be his last, with …
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Japan into BJK Cup quarter-finals as Slovakia stun USA
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Shuko Aoyama and Eri Hozumi took Japan into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2013 on …
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Olympics 'above politics' say LA 2028 organisers after Trump win
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The re-election of Donald Trump to the US presidency will have no bearing on preparations for the 2028 Los Angeles …
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Carsley hails England's strength in depth as understudies sink Greece
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Lee Carsley claimed England's 3-0 win against Greece showed the strength in depth that awaits Thomas Tuchel when he …
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Undefeated Chiefs lose kicker Butker to knee injury
Nov 14 2024
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will undergo left knee surgery and miss the next four games for the undefeated …
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Wallabies winger Vunivalu signs for La Rochelle
Nov 14 2024
Wallabies winger and former rugby league star Suliasi Vunivalu has signed for French Top 14 club La Rochelle, saying …
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Vinicius misses penalty as Brazil held in Venezuela
Nov 14 2024
Brazil were held to a 1-1 draw at Venezuela with Vinicius Junior missing a penalty in their CONMEBOL World Cup qualifier …
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World's tallest teen Rioux won't make college debut until 2025
Nov 14 2024
Canadian giant Olivier Rioux, dubbed the World's Tallest Teen by Guinness World Records, must wait until 2025 to make …
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Ace helps Jeon grab share of LPGA Annika lead with Hull
Nov 14 2024
South Korea's Jeon Ji-won made a hole-in-one on the way to a six-under par 64 and a share of the lead with England's …
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Italy and France lock up Nations League quarter-final spots
Nov 14 2024
Italy ensured qualification for the Nations League quarter-finals with a victory over Belgium on Thursday that also …
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Tonali shoots Italy past Belgium and into Nations League quarter-finals
Nov 14 2024
Sandro Tonali fired Italy into the Nations League quarter-finals with the only goal in Thursday's 1-0 win over Belgium …
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Osimhen strike books Nigeria place at Africa Cup of Nations
Nov 14 2024
A late equaliser from Victor Osimhen stamped Nigeria's ticket for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Thursday while …
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Sinner cruises past Medvedev to complete perfect ATP Finals group stage
Nov 14 2024
Jannik Sinner capped a perfect group stage at the ATP Finals with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Daniil Medvedev on Thursday which …
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England ignore star absences to sink Greece
Nov 14 2024
England's understudies ignored the controversy over Harry Kane's criticism of the team's absentee stars as they beat …
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Rugby needs Wallaby 'superstar' Suaalii says Wales coach Gatland
Nov 14 2024
Wales rugby coach Warren Gatland believes "the game needs superstars" as his struggling side prepare to face Wallaby …
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Unbeaten Chiefs visit Buffalo in NFL rivalry showdown
Nov 14 2024
Josh Allen-led Buffalo has beaten Kansas City in each of the past three NFL seasons, so the Bills have a solid chance on …
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'Proud' new World Rugby chief Robinson vows to unify the sport
Nov 14 2024
Australia's Brett Robinson said it was a "proud moment" for him after he became the first chairman of World Rugby from …
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England boss fears new directive risks rugby turning into Aussie rules
Nov 14 2024
A new law directive designed to create fairer aerial contests is in danger of turning rugby union into Australian rules …
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England captain Kane axed for Greece clash after blast at absentee stars
Nov 14 2024
England captain Harry Kane was left out of the starting line-up for Thursday's Nations League clash with Greece just 24 …
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Borthwick adamant England focus still sharp as Springboks await
Nov 14 2024
England coach Steve Borthwick insists talk about his own position is no distraction as he bids to end the team's losing …
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Japan into BJK Cup quarter-finals for first time in 11 years
Nov 14 2024
Shuko Aoyama and Eri Hozumi took Japan into the Billie Jean King Cup quarter-finals for the first time since 2013 on …
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Martin calls on rival Bagnaia for advice ahead of MotoGP title showdown
Nov 14 2024
Championship leader Jorge Martin suggested on Thursday that his nearest rival and close friend Francesco Bagnaia should …
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Philadelphia completes lineup for Johnson's Grand Slam meets
Nov 14 2024
Grand Slam Track, the upstart athletics series founded by four-time Olympic champion sprinter Michael Johnson, announced …
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Italy wing Capuozzo to miss Georgia game with concussion
Nov 14 2024
Italy wing Ange Capuozzo has been ruled out of this weekend's rugby union Test against Georgia in Genoa with concussion, …
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Son hits 50th South Korea goal in World Cup win, Australia-Saudi stalemate
Nov 14 2024
Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to move South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday …
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MLB Rays to play 2025 season at Yankees facility in Tampa
Nov 14 2024
The Tampa Bay Rays will play their 2025 season at the New York Yankees pre-season training facility in nearby Tampa, the …
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McIlroy shares Dubai lead with Ballesteros mark in sight
Nov 14 2024
Rory McIlroy claimed a share of the first-round lead at the World Tour Championship in Dubai on Thursday as he closed in …
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Son hits 50th South Korea goal in win, Australia-Saudi stalemate
Nov 14 2024
Son Heung-min scored a landmark 50th goal for his country to put South Korea a step closer to the World Cup on Thursday …
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Scotland must emulate Croatia's 'conveyor belt of talent': Clarke
Nov 14 2024
Steve Clarke believes Scotland can emulate Croatia's eye-catching success at major tournaments but must radically …
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Fritz beats De Minaur to eye ATP Finals last four, Sinner through
Nov 14 2024
Taylor Fritz closed in on the last four of the ATP Finals on Thursday after coming from behind to beat Alex De Minaur …
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Robinson edges Benazzi to succeed Beaumont as head of World Rugby
Nov 14 2024
Australia's Brett Robinson became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere after edging French …
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England recall Steward and Van Poortvliet for South Africa Test
Nov 14 2024
England have recalled full-back Freddie Steward and scrum-half Jack van Poortvliet as they look to revive their November …
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Doris expecting a 'proper test' against Argentina
Nov 14 2024
Ireland rugby captain Caelan Doris says Argentina have "gone up to another level" under head coach Felipe Contepomi and …
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Springboks boss Erasmus expects England to 'play for Borthwick'
Nov 14 2024
South Africa supremo Rassie Erasmus expects the world champions to face an England team determined to ease the pressure …
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Before Leicester, Ranieri's brush with glory with his beloved Roma
Nov 14 2024
Claudio Ranieri won the hearts of the football world when he took Leicester City to the 2016 Premier League title, but …
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Australian Robinson edges Benazzi to head World Rugby
Nov 14 2024
Australia's Brett Robinson became the first chairman of World Rugby from the southern hemisphere after edging French …
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All Blacks fly-half Barrett returns from concussion against France
Nov 14 2024
New Zealand head coach Scott Robertson said on Thursday it was a difficult choice to start Beauden Barrett over Damian …
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US ski star Lindsey Vonn, 40, to attempt competitive return
Nov 14 2024
Former Olympic and world champion Lindsey Vonn said Thursday she will rejoin the US ski team aged 40 in a bid to return …
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Ranieri comes out of retirement to lead hometown club Roma
Nov 14 2024
Claudio Ranieri took charge of his hometown team Roma on Thursday, coming out of retirement to become the Serie A club's …
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Australian Brett Robinson graduates to rugby's top post
Nov 14 2024
New World Rugby chairman Brett Robinson faces a host of challenges but the matter of player welfare should be well …
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Late drama as Saudis hold Australia in World Cup qualifier
Nov 14 2024
Saudi Arabia had a goal disallowed in added time as they ground out a scoreless draw against Australia on Thursday, a …
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Springboks make 12 changes to team for England clash
Nov 14 2024
World champions South Africa have made a mammoth 12 changes to their starting side for Saturday's match against England …
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Israel face France in Paris football match under tight security
Nov 14 2024
Israel face France in a Nations League football match in Paris on Thursday surrounded by a huge security operation to …
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UEFA launches investigation into Premier League referee Coote
Nov 14 2024
UEFA has appointed an ethics and disciplinary inspector to investigate Premier League referee David Coote after a video …
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Monaco Formula One GP extended until 2031
Nov 14 2024
Monaco has agreed a six-year contract extension to host the Formula One Grand Prix until 2031, organisers announced on …
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Japan expect tough Indonesia test with World Cup spot in reach
Nov 14 2024
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu said Thursday he expects a tough test against an Indonesian team filled with European-born …
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'In-form leader' Fickou starts for France against New Zealand
Nov 14 2024
France head coach Fabien Galthie said on Thursday Gael Fickou was "a leader" as the experienced centre was named among …
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Fickou starts for France against New Zealand
Nov 14 2024
Experienced centre Gael Fickou is among four changes named by France head coach Fabien Galthie on Thursday for this …
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For profit or for all? Argentine football clubs red-card Milei reforms
Nov 14 2024
A debate over the soul of football is raging in World Cup holders Argentina, pitting defenders of the social role of the …
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New Zealand coach hails 'amazing' Chris Wood after fine Forest form
Nov 14 2024
Chris Wood's prolific goal-scoring for Nottingham Forest is unprecedented for New Zealand football and may never be …
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Wembanyama hits another milestone with 50-point game for Spurs
Nov 14 2024
Victor Wembanyama became the fourth-youngest player to score 50 points in an NBA game when the 20-year-old Frenchman led …
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Pumas seek historic win over 'hurt' Irish
Nov 14 2024
Ireland seek to rebound from an uncharacteristically sloppy performance in the 23-13 defeat to New Zealand by …
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Advantage Martin as MotoGP reaches gripping climax in Barcelona
Nov 14 2024
For the second season running, MotoGP is serving up a nail-biting finale as Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia head into …
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Mike Tyson, 58, back in ring to face Youtuber Paul
Nov 14 2024
Nearly 40 years after making his professional debut, and 19 years after being battered into retirement, a 58-year-old …
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Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account, Ruud misses last four chance
Nov 14 2024
Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey …
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Lyon and Chelsea stay perfect in Women's Champions League
Nov 13 2024
Lyon beat Roma 3-0 to maintain their 100 percent record in Group A of the Women's Champions League on Wednesday, while …
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Another clean sheet for Onana as E. Guinea, I. Coast qualify
Nov 13 2024
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana kept a fourth clean sheet for Cameroon on Wednesday in Africa Cup of Nations …
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Kane disappointed by England Nations League withdrawals
Nov 13 2024
Harry Kane says he is disappointed by the high number of withdrawals from the England squad this week, insisting the …
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Football 'world order' is changing, says Brazil coach
Nov 13 2024
The "world order" of football is shifting, Brazil's coach Dorival Junior said ahead of a World Cup qualifier Thursday …
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Maiden century by Varma gives India unbeatable series lead
Nov 13 2024
Tilak Varma hit a maiden international century as India beat South Africa by 11 runs in the third Twenty20 international …
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England will not change 'DNA' against South Africa, says Slade
Nov 13 2024
Henry Slade says England will resist the temptation to "shut up shop" against South Africa as they seek to end a …
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Sri Lanka beat New Zealand to go 1-0 up in ODI series
Nov 13 2024
Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando both slammed centuries to set up a convincing 45-run victory for Sri Lanka in the …
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Spurs coach Popovich suffered 'mild stroke', says NBA team
Nov 13 2024
San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich suffered a "mild stroke" earlier this month but is expected to make a full …
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Fernandes hopes Amorim can 'change the energy' at Man Utd
Nov 13 2024
Bruno Fernandes hopes new manager Ruben Amorim can "change the energy" at struggling Manchester United after the …
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'Legend' Healy set to equal O'Driscoll record against Pumas
Nov 13 2024
Veteran Irish prop Cian Healy is set to equal Brian O'Driscoll's record of 133 Irish caps after being named on the bench …
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Gatland battling 'pain' during tough Wales rebuild
Nov 13 2024
Warren Gatland says he "didn't think there would be this much pain" when he returned to coach Wales for a second time as …
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McIlroy aims for glory on happy hunting ground in Dubai
Nov 13 2024
Rory McIlroy gave himself an eight out of 10 for the 2024 season that promised much but delivered only two titles, but …
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Alcaraz beats Rublev to open ATP Finals account
Nov 13 2024
Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey …
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Record stand propels Sri Lanka to 324-5 against New Zealand
Nov 13 2024
Top-order batsmen Kusal Mendis and Avishka Fernando both slammed centuries to lead Sri Lanka to an imposing 324-5 in the …
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S.Africa football chief arrested on fraud, theft charges
Nov 13 2024
South African Football Association (SAFA) president Danny Jordaan was arrested and charged Wednesday with using the …
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Barca's Fati sidelined with hamstring injury
Nov 13 2024
Barcelona winger Ansu Fati has been ruled out for four weeks after suffering a hamstring injury, the Catalan club said …
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Gatland changes four for crunch WalesTest against Australia
Nov 13 2024
Under-pressure Wales coach Warren Gatland has made four changes from the side beaten by Fiji to face Australia in …
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Performance not results counts for Pumas coach Contepomi
Nov 13 2024
Argentina's impressive set of results in the Rugby Championship breeds confidence but for Felipe Contepomi it is more …
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Australia boss warns of 'desperate' Saudis in World Cup qualifier
Nov 13 2024
Australia coach Tony Popovic said Wednesday he is expecting an energetic Saudi Arabia "desperate" for a result under new …
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Curry dazzles on Thompson's return as Warriors down Mavs
Nov 13 2024
Stephen Curry scored 37 points as the Golden State Warriors spoiled Klay Thompson's return to the Bay Area with a …
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Profiles of candidates for World Rugby chairman election
Nov 13 2024
The race to succeed Bill Beaumont as chairman of World Rugby comes to a conclusion in a vote in Dublin at the governing …
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Popham hopes new World Rugby chairman heralds new dawn in concussion issue
Nov 13 2024
Former Wales flanker Alix Popham has told AFP he hopes the new chairman of World Rugby will push for the changes …
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France, Italy and Portugal target Nations League quarters
Nov 13 2024
France, Italy and Portugal lead the teams attempting to secure a place in the UEFA Nations League quarter-finals, while …
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Indonesia go Dutch in pursuit of World Cup dreams
Nov 13 2024
An Indonesian team under Dutch colonial rule sailed to France for the 1938 World Cup -- they lost their only game 6-0 …
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New balls, please, plead top men's tennis players
Nov 13 2024
The small furry objects that are the focus of every tennis player's energy are spinning the stars at the ATP finals into …
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Canadian women's coach, two aides out after drone scandal
Nov 13 2024
Canadian women's national team football coach Bev Priestman and two assistants suspended by FIFA over a drone scandal at …
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Lincicome ends 20-year LPGA career at hometown event
Nov 12 2024
Brittany Lincicome, a two-time major winner in her 20th LPGA campaign, announced Tuesday she will retire after this …
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WADA probed by Canadian officials over drug sample handling
Nov 12 2024
Canada said Tuesday it has opened an investigation into the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) after receiving a complaint …
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Barcelona blitz St Poelten in Women's Champions League
Nov 12 2024
A five-goal blitz in the space of 12 minutes sent Barcelona on their way to a 7-0 romp over St Poelten in the Women's …
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Sinner turns aside Fritz to close in on ATP Finals last four
Nov 12 2024
Jannik Sinner hit the accelerator at the end of each set as he cruised past Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 on Tuesday to close in …
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Dupont set to be fit for New Zealand despite illness
Nov 12 2024
France assistant coach William Servat said on Tuesday captain Antoine Dupont sat out full training earlier in the day …
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Ban rules Radradra out of Fiji's final November internationals
Nov 12 2024
Star centre Semi Radradra will miss Fiji's remaining internationals this month after receiving a two-week ban Tuesday …
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