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Netherlands qualify for World Cup, Poland in play-offs
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The Netherlands sealed their 2026 World Cup berth on Monday with a dominant 4-0 victory against Lithuania in Amsterdam. …
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Germany crush Slovakia to qualify for 2026 World Cup
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Germany swept past Slovakia and into the 2026 World Cup as Leroy Sane struck twice and Nick Woltemade scored for the …
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Former NFL star Brown could face 30 yrs jail for shooting case: prosecutor
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Former NFL star Antonio Brown could be sentenced to up to 30 years in prison in his attempted murder case stemming from …
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Mbappe, PSG face off in multi-million lawsuit
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The bitter dispute between Kylian Mbappe and his former club Paris Saint-Germain reached the French labour court on …
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Clarke hails Scotland 'legends' ahead of crunch World Cup qualifier
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Steve Clarke says his Scotland players are already "legends" as he prepares for a winner-takes-all shootout against …
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Mbappe, PSG in counterclaims worth hundreds of millions
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France captain Kylian Mbappe on Monday claimed 263 million euros ($305m) from Paris Saint-Germain in an escalating …
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Ex-PSG footballer Hamraoui claims 3.5m euros damages against club
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Former Paris Saint-Germain women's footballer Kheira Hamraoui filed a 3.5 million-euro ($4m) claim against the club on …
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Barca to make long-awaited Camp Nou return on November 22
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Barcelona will finally return to their reconstructed Camp Nou stadium against Athletic Bilbao on November 22 in La Liga, …
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YouTube star Jake Paul to face former heavyweight champion Joshua
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YouTube star Jake Paul will face former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua in Miami next month, Matchroom Boxing …
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Ex-champion Joshua to fight YouTube star Jake Paul
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Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will fight YouTube star Jake Paul in a professional bout in the United …
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Rugby chiefs unveil 'watershed' Nations Championship
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Rugby chiefs on Monday officially launched the Nations Championship, a global competition featuring 12 of the strongest …
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Australia's 'Dad's Army' ready to show experience counts in Ashes
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Australia head into the Ashes with an ageing "Dad's Army" group of players and concerns about a lack of depth to follow …
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No Wemby, no Castle, no problem as NBA Spurs rip Kings
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With Victor Wembanyama out and Stephon Castle lost to a hip injury, the San Antonio Spurs still managed to cruise past …
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Gauff-led holders USA to face Spain, Argentina at United Cup
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Top seeds and two-time champions the United States, spearheaded by Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz, were drawn Monday …
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Iran girls kick down social barriers with karate
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As the referee's whistle signalled the start of the match, two five-year-old Iranian girls faced off, delivering a …
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Bodyline and Bradman to Botham and Stokes: five great Ashes series
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England and Australia begin the latest edition of the Ashes in Perth on Friday with the visitors looking to wrestle back …
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McIlroy loses playoff but clinches seventh Race to Dubai title
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Rory McIlroy lost the week-long $10 million DP World Tour Championship on Sunday in a playoff against Matt Fitzpatrick, …
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Australian Paralympics gold medallist Greco dies aged 28
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Australian Paralympics gold medal-winning cyclist Paige Greco has died aged 28 after a "sudden medical episode", her …
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Portugal, Norway book spots at 2026 World Cup
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Portugal booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with a 9-1 victory over Armenia on Sunday, while an Erling Haaland …
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England ready for World Cup after perfect campaign
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England wrapped up their flawless World Cup qualifying campaign with a record-setting 2-0 win against Albania on Sunday.
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World champion Liu wins Skate America women's crown
Nov 16 2025
Reigning world champion Alysa Liu of the United States captured the Skate America women's crown on Sunday while …
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Haaland's Norway thump sorry Italy to reach first World Cup since 1998
Nov 16 2025
Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on …
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Sinner hails 'amazing' ATP Finals triumph over Alcaraz
Nov 16 2025
Jannik Sinner cut a delighted figure on Sunday after he finished a turbulent season in the best possible fashion, seeing …
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Haaland's Norway thump Italy to qualify for first World Cup since 1998
Nov 16 2025
Norway qualified for their first World Cup since 1998 after Erling Haaland struck again in a 4-1 thumping of Italy on …
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Sweden's Grant captures LPGA Annika title
Nov 16 2025
Sweden's Linn Grant fired a five-under par 65 on Sunday to win the LPGA Annika at Pelican title by three strokes over …
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Tuchel lays down law to Bellingham after England star's frustration
Nov 16 2025
Thomas Tuchel warned Jude Bellingham to respect his decisions after the England midfielder showed frustration at being …
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Sinner caps eventful year with ATP Finals triumph over great rival Alcaraz
Nov 16 2025
Jannik Sinner ended a turbulent season in the best possible fashion on Sunday after seeing off Carlos Alcaraz in …
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Portugal qualify for 2026 World Cup by thrashing Armenia
Nov 16 2025
Portugal crushed Armenia 9-1 despite the absence of suspended talisman Cristiano Ronaldo on Sunday to clinch …
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Portugal book spot at 2026 World Cup as England stay perfect
Nov 16 2025
Portugal booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with an emphatic 9-1 victory over Armenia on Sunday, while Harry Kane …
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Hakimi, Osimhen, Salah shortlisted for top African award
Nov 16 2025
Moroccan Achraf Hakimi, Nigerian Victor Osimhen and Egyptian Mohamed Salah were shortlisted on Sunday for the 2025 …
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Sinner beats great rival Alcaraz to retain ATP Finals title
Nov 16 2025
Jannik Sinner retained the ATP Finals title on Sunday after beating Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (7/4), 7-5 and ending a turbulent …
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Kane double gives England record-setting finish on road to World Cup
Nov 16 2025
Harry Kane put the seal on flawless England's record-setting finish to their World Cup qualifying campaign with a late …
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Schenk wins windy Bermuda Championship for first PGA title
Nov 16 2025
Adam Schenk battled through blustery conditions in Sunday's final round to capture the Bermuda Championship for his …
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World champions South Africa add Mbonambi, Mchunu to squad
Nov 16 2025
World champions South Africa added hooker Bongi Mbonambi and prop Ntuthuko Mchunu to their squad on Sunday ahead of …
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Argentina beat Scotland after frenzied fightback
Nov 16 2025
Argentina staged an astonishing rally as they came from 21-0 behind to beat Scotland 33-24 in an Autumn Nations Series …
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Argentina beat Scotland after stunning fightback
Nov 16 2025
Argentina staged an astonishing rally as they came from 21-0 behind to beat Scotland 33-24 in an Autumn Nations Series …
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Pressure will boost Germany in 'knockout' Slovakia clash, says Nagelsmann
Nov 16 2025
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said the pressure of Monday's "knockout" 2026 World Cup qualifier with Slovakia will be …
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India and Pakistan blind women show spirit of cricket with handshakes
Nov 16 2025
Blind women from India and Pakistan brushed aside political tensions on Sunday, shaking hands in neutral Sri Lanka at a …
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Braathen wins Levi slalom for first Brazilian World Cup victory
Nov 16 2025
Lucas Pinheiro Braathen held his nerve to win the men's slalom in the Finnish resort of Levi on Sunday, a maiden World …
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George glad England backed-up haka response with New Zealand win
Nov 16 2025
Jamie George was pleased to have played a part in England's defiant reply to the haka but was even happier to beat New …
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Bezzecchi claims Valencia MotoGP victory in season-ender
Nov 16 2025
Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi won the Valencia MotoGP on Sunday to bring the season to a close and cap a fine end to his …
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Wasim leads as Pakistan dismiss Sri Lanka for 211 in third ODI
Nov 16 2025
Fast bowler Mohammad Wasim grabbed three wickets to help Pakistan dismiss Sri Lanka for 211 in the third and final …
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Coach Gambhir questions 'technique and temperament' of Indian batters
Nov 16 2025
India coach Gautam Gambhir launched a withering broadside at his batters on Sunday, saying they lacked the technique and …
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Rory McIlroy wins seventh Race to Dubai title
Nov 16 2025
Rory McIlroy was on Sunday crowned the DP World Tour’s Race to Dubai champion for a seventh year, and four seasons in a …
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Harmer stars as South Africa stun India in low-scoring Test
Nov 16 2025
Spinner Simon Harmer claimed a match haul of eight wickets to lead South Africa to a thrilling 30-run win over India …
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Mitchell ton steers New Zealand to seven-run win in first Windies ODI
Nov 16 2025
A fighting Daryl Mitchell century set up a tense seven-run win for New Zealand over West Indies in the first one-day …
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Harmer stars as South Africa bowl out India for 93 to win Test
Nov 16 2025
Spinner Simon Harmer claimed a match haul of eight wickets to lead South Africa to a thrilling 30-run win over India …
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India, without Gill, 10-2 at lunch chasing 124 to beat S.Africa
Nov 16 2025
Quick bowler Marco Jansen ripped out both India openers before lunch Sunday as the hosts stuttered in their chase of 124 …
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Bavuma fifty makes India chase 124 in first Test
Nov 16 2025
Skipper Temba Bavuma hit an unbeaten 55 to steer South Africa to 153 all out, leaving India needing a tricky 124 to win …
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Mitchell ton lifts New Zealand to 269-7 in first Windies ODI
Nov 16 2025
A hobbling Daryl Mitchell struck his seventh one-day international century as New Zealand posted 269-7 Sunday, in the …
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Doncic scores 41 to propel Lakers to NBA win over Bucks
Nov 16 2025
Luka Doncic scored 41 points and grabbed nine rebounds to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 119-95 victory over the …
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Colombia beats New Zealand 2-1 in friendly clash
Nov 16 2025
Colombia, fueled by a debut goal from Gustavo Puerta, defeated New Zealand 2-1 on Saturday in a friendly clash between …
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France's Aymoz wins Skate America men's gold as Tomono falters
Nov 16 2025
France's Kevin Aymoz snatched the men's title at Skate America on Saturday, winning his first grand prix title with a …
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England v Australia: The Ashes explained
Nov 16 2025
England and Australia renew their storied rivalry on Friday in the first Ashes Test at Perth.
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Joe Root: England great chases elusive century in Australia
Nov 16 2025
Joe Root heads into the Ashes, beginning on Friday in Perth, ranked as the world's best batsman with a colossal 39 Test …
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England's Archer in 'happy place', Wood 'full of energy' ahead of Ashes
Nov 16 2025
England's fast bowling cartel are relishing playing in Australian conditions with star quick Jofra Archer in a "happy …
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Reyna, Balogun on target for USA in 2-1 win over Paraguay
Nov 16 2025
The United States, fueled by goals from Gio Reyna and Folarin Balogun, beat Paraguay 2-1 on Saturday in a clash of World …
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Depoortere double helps France hold off spirited Fiji
Nov 15 2025
Centre Nicolas Depoortere scored twice as France bounced back from defeat to South Africa by holding off spirited Fiji …
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Japa's Miura and Kihara capture Skate America pairs gold
Nov 15 2025
Japan's world champions Riku Miura and Ryuichi Kihara won the Skate America pairs title on Saturday as short program …
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Hansen hat-trick inspires Irish to record win over Australia
Nov 15 2025
Australia-born Mack Hansen's hat-trick of tries inside half an hour of the first-half inspired Ireland to a 46-19 …
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Who can qualify for 2026 World Cup in final round of European qualifiers
Nov 15 2025
The final round of European qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup takes place on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.
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England's Tuchel plays down records before final World Cup qualifier
Nov 15 2025
Thomas Tuchel said records are not on his mind as he prepares England for their final World Cup qualifier against …
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Scotland face World Cup shootout against Denmark after Greece defeat
Nov 15 2025
Scotland face a winner-takes-all shootout against Denmark on Tuesday with an automatic World Cup berth at stake despite …
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Alcaraz secures ATP Finals showdown with 'favourite' Sinner
Nov 15 2025
Carlos Alcaraz said Saturday that Jannik Sinner is the favourite to retain his ATP Finals title at home after the new …
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Spain, Switzerland on World Cup brink as Belgium also made to wait
Nov 15 2025
Spain all but mathematically booked their ticket to the World Cup with a 4-0 thrashing of Georgia on Saturday, with …
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Sweden's Grant leads by one at LPGA Annika tournament
Nov 15 2025
Sweden's Linn Grant fired five birdies in a five-under par 65 on Saturday to take a one-stroke lead over Jennifer Kupcho …
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Scotland cling to hopes of automatic World Cup qualification despite Greece defeat
Nov 15 2025
Scotland's chances of automatic World Cup qualification are still alive despite a 3-2 defeat in Greece on an evening of …
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Alcaraz secures ATP Finals showdown with great rival Sinner
Nov 15 2025
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will face off for the ATP Finals title after tennis' two biggest stars cruised into the …
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Wales's Evans denies Japan historic win with last-gasp penalty
Nov 15 2025
Jarrod Evans's penalty with the last kick of the match gave Wales a 24-23 victory in their Autumn Nations Series Test …
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England captain Itoje savours 'special' New Zealand win
Nov 15 2025
Maro Itoje said England had achieved something "special" after a 33-19 win over New Zealand at Twickenham on Saturday …
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NBA's struggling Pelicans sack coach Willie Green
Nov 15 2025
The New Orleans Pelicans have fired coach Willie Green after a dismal 2-10 start to the NBA season, club executive vice …
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Spain on World Cup brink as Belgium also made to wait
Nov 15 2025
Spain all but mathematically booked their ticket to the World Cup with a 4-0 thrashing of Georgia on Saturday, with …
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Spain virtually seal World Cup qualification in Georgia romp
Nov 15 2025
Spain made almost certain of qualification for the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable 4-0 win in Georgia on Saturday.
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Estevao, Casemiro on target for Brazil in Senegal win
Nov 15 2025
Brazil beat fellow World Cup qualifiers Senegal 2-0 at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium on Saturday thanks to goals from …
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Ford steers England to rare win over New Zealand
Nov 15 2025
George Ford inspired an England revival as they came from 12 points behind to beat New Zealand 33-19 at Twickenham on …
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South Africa defy early red card to beat battling Italy
Nov 15 2025
World champions South Africa beat a spirited Italy 32-14 on Saturday, coming out on top despite having to play a huge …
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South Africa defy early red card to beat Italy
Nov 15 2025
World champions South Africa beat a spirited Italy 32-14 on Saturday, coming out on top despite having to play a huge …
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Sinner beats De Minaur to reach ATP Finals title match
Nov 15 2025
Jannik Sinner continued his mastery over Alex de Minaur on Saturday with a straight-sets win to reach the ATP Finals …
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Alex Marquez claims Valencia MotoGP sprint victory
Nov 15 2025
Alex Marquez claimed a dominant victory in the final sprint of the MotoGP season in Valencia on Saturday, his third such …
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Palestinian national team on 'mission' for peace in Spain visit
Nov 15 2025
On a "mission" in Spain, Palestinian national team coach Ehab Abu Jazar and his players will play symbolic friendlies …
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McIlroy shares lead with Race to Dubai title in sight
Nov 15 2025
Rory McIlroy took another step closer to a seventh Race to Dubai crown when he broke through a logjam at the top of the …
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'Happy' Shiffrin dominates in Levi slalom for 102nd World Cup win
Nov 15 2025
American ski queen Mikaela Shiffrin laid down a marker to potential challengers this season with a crushing 102nd World …
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India close in on win over South Africa after Jadeja heroics
Nov 15 2025
Veteran spinner Ravindra Jadeja took four wickets to put India in sight of victory on a manic day two of a low-scoring …
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Bezzecchi takes pole for Valencia sprint and MotoGP
Nov 15 2025
Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi claimed pole for the sprint race and the Valencia Grand Prix, the 22nd and final round of the …
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Dominant Shiffrin leads after first slalom run in Levi
Nov 15 2025
American ski queen Mikaela Shiffrin laid down a marker to potential challengers this season with a storming first run in …
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Fighting South Africa lose Rickelton after India 189 all out
Nov 15 2025
Spinner Simon Harmer took four wickets to lead South Africa's fightback as they bowled out India for 189 after the hosts …
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Australia setback as Hazlewood ruled out of 1st Ashes Test
Nov 15 2025
Australia was dealt a huge blow Saturday with Josh Hazlewood ruled out of the first Ashes Test against England, leaving …
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Harmer leads South Africa fightback as India 189 all out
Nov 15 2025
Spinner Simon Harmer took four wickets to lead South Africa's fightback as they bowled out India for 189 after the hosts …
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India close in on lead despite South African strikes
Nov 15 2025
Opener KL Rahul departed after a gritty 39 but helped India close in on a crucial first innings lead in the opening Test …
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Curry's 49 points propel Warriors in 109-108 win over Spurs
Nov 15 2025
Golden State star Stephen Curry scored 49 points, including the game-winning free-throws in the waning seconds, as the …
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NZ boxer Parker denies taking banned substance after failed test
Nov 15 2025
Former world heavyweight champion Joseph Parker denied on Saturday taking a prohibited substance, after learning he had …
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Australia pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood ruled out of 1st Ashes Test
Nov 15 2025
Australia was dealt a huge blow Saturday with pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood ruled out of the first Ashes Test against …
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Japan's Tomono leads after men's short program at Skate America
Nov 15 2025
Japan's Kazuki Tomono topped the men's short program at Skate America on Friday with a polished performance that …
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Wood gets all-clear in boost for England
Nov 15 2025
Pace spearhead Mark Wood was Saturday cleared any hamstring injury after a precautionary scan in a huge relief for …
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Golf's world No. 8 Thomas has back surgery
Nov 15 2025
Two-time major-winner Justin Thomas said Friday he has undergone a microdiscectomy procedure to treat hip pain and will …
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Grant, Kim share halfway lead in LPGA Annika tournament
Nov 14 2025
Sweden's Linn Grant shook off an opening bogey to card eight birdies in a seven-under par 63 on Friday and seize a share …
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Croatia qualify for 2026 World Cup, Netherlands close, Germany in limbo
Nov 14 2025
Croatia booked their ticket to the 2026 World Cup in North America with an unconvincing 3-1 win over the in-form Faroe …
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Woltemade sends Germany past Luxembourg in World Cup qualifier
Nov 14 2025
Nick Woltemade scored a brace to send a sluggish Germany past Luxembourg 2-0 on Friday and within touching distance of …
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Sinner completes perfect ATP Finals group stage, Auger-Aliassime reaches last four
Nov 14 2025
Jannik Sinner stayed on course to defend his ATP Finals title on Friday after seeing off Ben Shelton and completing a …
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Croatia qualify for 2026 World Cup with 3-1 win over Faroes
Nov 14 2025
Croatia came from behind to beat the Faroe Islands 3-1 in Rijeka on Friday and secure their qualification for the 2026 …
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Kai Trump makes strides but still misses cut in LPGA debut
Nov 14 2025
Kai Trump conquered her nerves to cap her LPGA debut with a five-over par 75 on Friday and said she'd have plenty of …
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Returning Alldritt blames himself for France axing
Nov 14 2025
Returning France captain Gregory Alldritt on Friday said he was the only one to blame after being dropped by coach …
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