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Alcaraz sets up Paris Masters final clash with Shelton
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Carlos Alcaraz downed former world number two Casper Ruud 6-4, 6-4 on Saturday to set up a Paris Masters final clash …
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'Huge dream' to play for England with Jude, says Jobe Bellingham
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Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jobe Bellingham said Saturday he hoped to fulfil a "huge dream" by playing alongside …
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Marc Marquez has shot at eighth MotoGP title after Qatar sprint win
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Marc Marquez will have the chance to win his eighth MotoGP title on Sunday after storming to victory in a thrilling …
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Bayern, Dortmund win to stay tight at the top of Bundesliga
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Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund remained neck and neck at the top of the German Bundesliga table after 2-1 wins over …
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Arsenal edge past Hull to stretch Premier League lead
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Arsenal beat stubborn Hull 1-0 to stretch their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points on Saturday while …
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Scotland rue ill-discipline after New Zealand defeat
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Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu was left lamenting his side's -- and his own -- ill-discipline following a 43-21 defeat …
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Shelton ends Van Assche's run to reach Paris Masters final
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World number four Ben Shelton fought from behind to end home hope Luca Van Assche's surprise run at the Paris Masters on …
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Verstappen and Ferrari pair incur grid penalties for Brazil GP
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen topped the times Saturday in the final Grand Prix practice but will start from the bottom of …
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Barrett at the double as New Zealand beat Scotland
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Beauden Barrett struck twice to become just the second player to score 50 Test tries for New Zealand as the All Blacks …
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Okafor sinks Spurs after Leeds survive major VAR scare
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Leeds survived a major VAR controversy against Tottenham on Saturday before striking late through substitute Noah Okafor …
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Erasmus demands more after Springboks crush Italy
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Rassie Erasmus insisted that South Africa must improve if they are to beat France and Ireland in the Nations …
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Rahm and McIlroy primed for Abu Dhabi title battle
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Jon Rahm will take a one-shot lead into the final round of the Abu Dhabi Championship, with Ryder Cup team-mate Rory …
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Okafor strike for Leeds ends Tottenham's winning run
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Leeds rode their luck to beat in-form Tottenham 1-0 on Saturday, benefiting from a controversial decision to allow …
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Wilson wants Wallabies to stay true to themselves against England
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Australia captain Harry Wilson has urged the Wallabies to "play our own game" when they face England in their November …
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Nine-try Springboks demolish Italy in Nations Championship
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South Africa picked up where they left off in the Nations Championship by dismantling injury-hit Italy 66-7 in Turin on …
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Barca's Garcia fit for Atletico clash as defensive crisis eases
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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said Saturday defender Eric Garcia is fit to start against Atletico Madrid and Andreas …
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Hridoy scores Bangladesh Test-best 242 against West Indies
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Towhid Hridoy broke the record for the highest individual Test score by a Bangladesh batter when he struck an unbeaten …
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Monfils named captain of France's Davis Cup team
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Gael Monfils, who recently retired from tennis after a 22-year playing career, has been appointed captain of the France …
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New Zealand sweep into Rugby League World Cup final
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New Zealand saw off a gutsy Tonga 34-10 in an absorbing clash on Saturday to power into the Rugby League World Cup final …
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India win rain-hit second ODI against New Zealand by four runs
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India's seam bowlers thrived in helpful conditions for a second straight one-day international as they beat New Zealand …
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Hridoy breaks Bangladesh Test runs record with 220 against West Indies
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Towhid Hridoy broke the record for the highest individual score by a Bangladeshi batter in a Test match when he struck …
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New Zealand power into 7th straight Women's Rugby League World Cup final
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Star centre Stacey Waaka scored a hat-trick as New Zealand surged past Samoa 32-0 and into their seventh successive …
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Doncic's 53 points lift Lakers as Cavs top Sixers in James return
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Luka Doncic poured in 53 points to propel the Los Angeles Lakers to a 124-118 NBA Cup victory over Portland on Friday as …
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Australia's Khawaja claims entire team knew about 'Sandpapergate'
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Usman Khawaja claimed on Saturday that the entire Australian team knew about the 2018 "Sandpapergate" scandal in Cape …
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Cavs thump 76ers in James return, Celtics crush Hornets
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The Cleveland Cavaliers spoiled LeBron James's latest homecoming on Friday, beating Philadelphia 119-95 to snap the …
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Alcaraz saves match points to reach Paris Masters semis
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Carlos Alcaraz produced another miracle in the French capital as the seven-time Grand Slam champion fended off two match …
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Farrell 'delighted' but says Irish could be 'more ruthless'
Nov 06 2026
Ireland coach Andy Farrell said he was delighted "to get a good win" after his side routed Argentina 42-12 in their …
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Porzingis steps away from NBA over health issues
Nov 06 2026
Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis said Friday he is stepping away from basketball due to health issues.
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'He can say I told you so': Moyes impressed by Everton striker Barry
Nov 06 2026
David Moyes said Thierno Barry had proved his point after the Everton striker's double inspired a 3-1 win against …
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Keenan's hat-trick inspires Ireland to rout of Argentina
Nov 06 2026
Hugo Keenan scored three tries in his first home Test appearance in over a year as Ireland outclassed a disappointing …
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Red-hot Barry strikes twice as Everton sink Coventry
Nov 06 2026
Thierno Barry extended his red-hot streak with a double as Everton beat Coventry 3-1 to climb into fifth place in the …
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Route du Rhum leader Laperche closes in on victory
Nov 06 2026
French skipper Tom Laperche is on course to cross the finish line of the Route du Rhum transatlantic yacht race in …
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Antonelli on top ahead of Norris in second Sao Paulo GP practice
Nov 06 2026
New world champion Kimi Antonelli topped the times for Mercedes ahead of McLaren's 2025 champion Lando Norris in …
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Tuchel's 'up and down' relationship with Bellingham in a good place
Nov 06 2026
England boss Thomas Tuchel has revealed his "up and down" relationship with Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham is now in a …
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Ferrari boss reminds quarrelling drivers that team comes first
Nov 06 2026
Ferrari team chief Fred Vasseur on Friday said both of his quarrelling drivers had been reminded that the Italian team …
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WTA apologises over Pegula 'hot mic' incident
Nov 06 2026
Women's Tennis Association chief Valerie Camillo apologised on Friday after a courtside microphone captured US star …
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England players rally to Borthwick's defence after reports of unrest
Nov 06 2026
England rugby stars rallied behind Steve Borthwick on Friday after reports his squad demanded clear-the-air talks in …
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Mbappe headlines Zidane's France squad, Pagis gets call-up
Nov 06 2026
Kylian Mbappe headlined the France squad named Friday by coach Zinedine Zidane for their Nations League matches against …
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Shelton fights past Paul to reach Paris Masters semis
Nov 06 2026
World number four Ben Shelton edged out Tommy Paul in an attritional three-set tussle on Friday to book his spot in the …
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Tuipulotu hopes Scotland are 'tougher for longer' against All Blacks
Nov 06 2026
Scotland captain Sione Tuipulotu believes the team that can stay "tougher for longer" will triumph when they face New …
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Norris leads Antonelli in first practice ahead of Sao Paulo GP
Nov 06 2026
Last year's Sao Paulo winner Lando Norris topped the times for McLaren ahead of Mercedes' newly-installed champion Kimi …
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Dupont says Nations Championship offers France World Cup rehearsal
Nov 06 2026
France captain Antoine Dupont said the new Nations Championship would add extra significance to November internationals …
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Tottenham 'building something special', says De Zerbi
Nov 06 2026
Roberto De Zerbi says Tottenham are "building something special", but the Italian is wary of setting targets for his …
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Palmer must focus on Chelsea after England snub, says Alonso
Nov 06 2026
Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso insisted he was "happy" with Cole Palmer following the latest England snub for the forward, …
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McIlroy sinks 11 birdies in Abu Dhabi surge as Rahm shares lead
Nov 06 2026
Rory McIlroy charged into contention at the Abu Dhabi Championship with a second round featuring 11 birdies as Jon Rahm …
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Emery in talks over new Villa contract
Nov 06 2026
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has confirmed he is in talks with the Premier League club over a new contract.
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Olympic refugee athletes target glory -- and a better life for families
Nov 06 2026
Lourence Numukiza, a 16-year-old athlete from DR Congo, has gone from being a war refugee to earning a prized berth at …
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Arteta confirms Saka out for 'weeks', Konsa fit
Nov 06 2026
Mikel Arteta said Friday that Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka would be out of action for "weeks" but had a positive message …
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England fly-half Fin Smith fit to start against Australia
Nov 06 2026
England were given a boost as Fin Smith was passed fit to start at fly-half in their November Nations Championship …
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'I thought he'd come back': Jesus on Ronaldo retirement
Nov 06 2026
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus said on Friday he had expected Cristiano Ronaldo to return to the national team despite their …
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Carrick insists Man Utd can recapture former glories
Nov 06 2026
Michael Carrick said patience is needed to restore Manchester United to their former glory as he prepares for Sunday's …
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Liverpool's Iraola urges calm after defeats dent Anfield optimism
Nov 06 2026
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola has called for a sense of perspective after consecutive defeats against Arsenal and …
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Spain should withdraw from 2030 World Cup if not given final: opposition leader
Nov 06 2026
Spain should withdraw from hosting the 2030 World Cup alongside Portugal and Morocco if the country is not awarded the …
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Mahmud's 6-90 restricts West Indies in second Bangladesh Test
Nov 06 2026
Fast bowler Hasan Mahmud claimed 6-90 for hosts Bangladesh on Friday as they bowled out West Indies for 356 on the …
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Tuchel hails 'incredible' Bellingham story as Jobe joins Jude in England squad
Nov 06 2026
England manager Thomas Tuchel hailed the "incredible story" of the Bellingham family after handing Jobe his first …
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'Enjoy the moment': The German clubs limiting smartphones in stadiums
Nov 06 2026
In October, Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund did something not just out of step with modern football, but with modern …
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Ex-PSG star Diallo to stand trial for alleged assault on team-mate
Nov 06 2026
Former Paris Saint-Germain women's star Aminata Diallo is to stand trial on charges relating to the assault on her …
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Olympic champion Khelif to make pro boxing debut in December
Nov 06 2026
Olympic champion Imane Khelif announced Friday she will make her professional boxing debut next month in Paris, her …
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Jude Bellingham's brother Jobe gets first England call-up
Nov 06 2026
Jobe Bellingham was named alongside older brother Jude in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the first time on Friday as …
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Jude's brother Jobe Bellingham gets England call-up
Nov 06 2026
Jobe Bellingham was named alongside older brother Jude in Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the first time on Friday as …
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Sinner to replace coach Cahill with Magnus Norman at year's end
Nov 06 2026
Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday that Magnus Norman will replace his long-time coach Darren Cahill, who helped shape …
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Fiji's Wainiqolo relishing battle with fellow speedster Bielle-Biarrey
Nov 06 2026
Lethal Fiji winger Jiuta Wainiqolo will test himself against another of world rugby's finest finishers on Saturday when …
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Cricket match relocated from Delhi as air pollution surges
Nov 06 2026
India's cricket board has moved an international match scheduled for December out of New Delhi because of "potential …
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Slick Jaguars breeze past rudderless Ravens 33-10
Nov 06 2026
Trevor Lawrence guided the Jacksonville Jaguars to a straightforward 33-10 victory Thursday over a desperate Baltimore …
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Australia recruit Hussey as consultant for Ashes and 2027 World Cup
Nov 06 2026
Mike Hussey was Friday appointed a consultant coach to the Australian team for next year's blockbuster Ashes series …
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Kozo Tashima: Japan leader looking to bring 'integrity' to FIFA
Nov 06 2026
Kozo Tashima first started playing football after watching the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, and since then he has dedicated his …
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Scotland hope recent history can help end All Blacks hoodoo
Nov 06 2026
Scotland will bid to kick on from recent agonising defeats in their quest for a first win over New Zealand in the two …
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Carrick fights for Man Utd job ahead of international break
Nov 06 2026
Michael Carrick takes charge of Manchester United for what could be the last time against Aston Villa this weekend as he …
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Raphinha thriving where Barca envisaged Atletico's Alvarez
Nov 06 2026
Leaders Barcelona visit Atletico Madrid on Sunday in La Liga with Raphinha back to his devastating best as the team's …
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Bournemouth stay perfect in Europa League as Milan lose again
Nov 06 2026
Bournemouth extended their perfect Europa League record on Thursday as they came from behind to win 3-1 at 10-man Sparta …
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Australian T20 star Chris Lynn banned for cocaine use
Nov 06 2026
Big-hitting Australian Twenty20 specialist Chris Lynn has served a one-month ban for using cocaine and completed a …
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Samoa eye revenge against Australia in Rugby League World Cup semis
Nov 06 2026
A burning desire to avenge their defeat in the 2022 final is driving Samoa ahead of Sunday's Rugby League World Cup …
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Hamilton frustrated by lack of Ferrari talks after Mexico clash
Nov 05 2026
Lewis Hamilton said on Thursday he remained frustrated by events at Ferrari during last week's Mexico City Grand Prix …
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Vikings without Murray for battle with Allen's Bills
Nov 05 2026
The Minnesota Vikings, without top quarterback Kyler Murray, will rely on their elite defense to slow Josh Allen's …
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Alcaraz into Paris Masters quarters after Berrettini withdraws
Nov 05 2026
Carlos Alcaraz moved into the quarter-finals of the Paris Masters on Thursday after his last 16 opponent Matteo …
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LIV Golf to shut down after five contentious years
Nov 05 2026
The rebel LIV Golf tour will shut down after five years that rocked the global game, saying Thursday that an effort to …
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Alonso welcomes Hamilton into '400 club'
Nov 05 2026
Two-time champion Fernando Alonso on Thursday welcomed the prospect of seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton joining him in …
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Rookie Camara thrown into home debut by Haas
Nov 05 2026
Brazilian Rafael Camara will be heading into the unknown when he makes his Formula One debut for Haas in his 'home' race …
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LIV Golf league to shut down after five years
Nov 05 2026
The rebel LIV Golf tour will shut down after five years that rocked the global game, saying Thursday that an effort to …
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Ioane to play 50th rugby test for injury-hit Italy
Nov 05 2026
Australian-born wing Monty Ioane will make his 50th appearance for Italy in this weekend's Nations Championship match …
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Sheehan dismisses 'nonsense' talk of Irish rugby decline
Nov 05 2026
Ireland captain Dan Sheehan dismissed talk of a decline in Irish rugby as "nonsense" as they prepare to resume their …
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Spain coach De la Fuente among mourners at tragic footballer De Miguel's funeral
Nov 05 2026
Spain's World Cup-winning coach Luis de la Fuente and the president of Real Madrid were among several hundred mourners …
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Ntamack to partner Dupont in France team for Fiji clash
Nov 05 2026
Romain Ntamack will partner Toulouse teammate Antoine Dupont at half-back for France in their opening Nations …
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McIlroy hit with two-shot penalty as Laporta leads in Abu Dhabi
Nov 05 2026
Rory McIlroy incurred a two-stroke penalty at the end of his opening round at the Abu Dhabi Championship on Thursday for …
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Centre Barrett returns for New Zealand against Scotland
Nov 05 2026
Jordie Barrett will start for New Zealand in their opening game of the November Nations Championship campaign against …
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Cristiano Ronaldo leaves the international stage
Nov 05 2026
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he was retiring from international football at the …
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Betfred to end sponsorship of British Classics after tax hike
Nov 05 2026
Gambling firm Betfred said Thursday it had "no choice" but to end its sponsorship of all five British horse racing …
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Question marks over Ireland in run-in to World Cup - Ross
Nov 05 2026
Ireland coach Andy Farrell is right about his side not being contenders at the moment to win the Rugby World Cup next …
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Tandy defends Wales selection policy for Nations Championship
Nov 05 2026
Wales head coach Steve Tandy insisted he would pick his strongest available team after naming a record nine players …
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Cristiano Ronaldo announces international retirement
Nov 05 2026
Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo announced on Thursday he was retiring from international football at the …
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Ballon d'Or winner Kane extends contract with Bayern Munich
Nov 05 2026
Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane said on Thursday the decision to further his Bayern Munich stay was made "a long time ago" …
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Cristiano Ronaldo's five great moments with Portugal
Nov 05 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo announced his retirement from international football on Thursday to bring down the curtain on more …
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Jangoo century lifts West Indies to 235-4 in second Bangladesh Test
Nov 05 2026
Amir Jangoo's counter-attacking century guided West Indies to 235-4 on the opening day of the second cricket Test …
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Klopp recalls veteran Fuellkrug to Germany squad
Nov 05 2026
Jurgen Klopp on Thursday recalled experienced striker Niclas Fuellkrug to Germany's 24-man squad for November's Nations …
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Wales pick powerful centre pair for Japan Nations Championship clash
Nov 05 2026
Wales head coach Steve Tandy has named a powerful centre partnership of Eddie James and Max Llewellyn to line up against …
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Springbok hooker Marx to return home with Bulls
Nov 05 2026
South Africa hooker Malcolm Marx, named World Rugby's player of the year in 2025, will return to the Bulls from July …
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Wemby magic powers Spurs past Mavs as Sixers roll on
Nov 05 2026
Victor Wembanyama produced a career-high 52-point performance as the San Antonio Spurs battled past the Dallas Mavericks …
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South Africa, France eye bragging rights in inaugural Nations Championship
Nov 05 2026
Unbeaten southern hemisphere heavyweights South Africa and New Zealand have travelled north for what promises to be a …
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Sixers roll on to down Pistons, Knicks gore Bulls
Nov 05 2026
Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid combined for 56 points as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Detroit Pistons 112-106 in …
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Australian F1 great Alan Jones dies aged 80
Nov 05 2026
Alan Jones, one of only two Australians to win the Formula One world championship, died on Thursday days after his 80th …
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Australian F1 great Alan Jones dies aged 80: reports
Nov 05 2026
Alan Jones, one of only two Australians to win the Formula One world championship, died on Thursday just days after his …
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LIV Golf relaunch collapses as key investor withdraws: reports
Nov 05 2026
The rebel LIV Golf tour's bid to relaunch itself after filing for bankruptcy has collapsed following the withdrawal of …
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