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Sindhu wins Japan Open to end title drought
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Indian badminton star Pusarla Venkata Sindhu ended a title drought of almost two years at the Japan Open on Sunday and …
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Skipper Sheehan urges higher level from beaten Ireland
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Disappointed captain Dan Sheehan says third-ranked Ireland need to adopt the "right mindset" if they're to start beating …
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World Cup moments: Viking row and minnows sparkle
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The first 48-team World Cup has provided a thrilling spectacle and a string of compelling storylines.
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Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final
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Lionel Messi's battle-hardened Argentina take on silky Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday as the first 48-team …
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Trump to bask in World Cup final spotlight
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US President Donald Trump will bask in the spotlight at the World Cup final on Sunday -- after already providing one of …
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Italy confident they can bounce back at Nations Championship
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Italy captain Michele Lamaro is confident his side can bounce back in a confidence-sapping Nations Championship …
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Kiss has work cut out at Wallabies as Schmidt bids farewell
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Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt believes he is leaving the team in a good place, but with the Rugby World Cup on …
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Departing Deschamps looks back on 'wonderful' World Cup
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France coach Didier Deschamps said he had experienced a "truly wonderful adventure" with his players as he bid farewell …
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FIFA toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close
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It was supposed to be the World Cup weighed down by problems: sky-high prices, geopolitical tension, the shadow of …
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England finish third as Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final
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England beat France 6-4 in a high-scoring World Cup romp on Saturday to seal third place as Kylian Mbappe became the …
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All Blacks make strides under Rennie as Springboks loom
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Coach Dave Rennie says he's "really excited" by the All Blacks' upward trajectory early in his tenure but warns a …
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England took first step towards elite nations with France win: Tuchel
Jul 18 2026
Thomas Tuchel said England had taken their first step in closing the gap on the top football nations after edging a …
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Japan's young guns excite Jones in Nations Championship
Jul 18 2026
Coach Eddie Jones said he was excited about Japan's future after some "absolutely outstanding" performances from young …
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England edge France 6-4 in chaotic World Cup bronze match
Jul 18 2026
England beat France 6-4 in a chaotic World Cup third-place playoff on Saturday as Kylian Mbappe became the leading …
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Erasmus calls Springbok victory over Wales a 'grind'
Jul 18 2026
South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus said the seven-try 43-0 Nations Championship third-round victory over Wales in …
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Earl double guides England past Argentina after dramatic ending
Jul 18 2026
England No 8 Ben Earl scored twice as England beat Argentina 31-24 in the Nations Championship on Saturday in an …
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Spain's Yamal aims to join elite club of teenage World Cup winners
Jul 18 2026
Lionel Messi will become the oldest outfield player to appear in a World Cup final on Sunday as Spain's Lamine Yamal …
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Burns rides new dad bounce to brink of British Open breakthrough
Jul 18 2026
Sam Burns was not even planning to tee off at Royal Birkdale until his daughter was born early, but now stands on the …
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McIlroy launches scathing attack on 'performative' DeChambeau antics
Jul 18 2026
Rory McIlroy said on Saturday Bryson DeChambeau tried to hold the British Open "hostage" and was begging for attention …
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Burns leads British Open by two as McIlroy unleashes on 'performative' DeChambeau
Jul 18 2026
Sam Burns will take a two-shot lead into Sunday's final round of the British Open as Rory McIlroy launched a scathing …
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Wenger accepts World Cup hydration breaks split opinion
Jul 18 2026
Arsene Wenger said Saturday he accepted that the hydration breaks used at this year's World Cup were not universally …
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Back-to-back World Cup winners: Argentina seek to join elite group
Jul 18 2026
Argentina are one game away from becoming just the third team to successfully defend the World Cup, with European …
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England World Cup star Rogers set to join Chelsea: reports
Jul 18 2026
Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign England World Cup midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa, according to several …
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Wembanyama to make France team return after two years away
Jul 18 2026
NBA star Victor Wembanyama is set to make his return to the French national team for the first time since the 2024 …
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Debutant Williams scores as South Africa thump Wales
Jul 18 2026
Debutant wing Jaco Williams scored a try and created another as South Africa thumped Wales 43-0 on Saturday to reclaim …
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Pogacar wins 'unforgettable' Tour de France 14th stage to extend overall lead
Jul 18 2026
Tadej Pogacar won an "unforgettable" mountainous 14th stage of the Tour de France amid huge crowds in the Vosges on …
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Teenage talent Seixas delighted after 'marvellously tough' Tour de France stage
Jul 18 2026
French teenage prodigy Paul Seixas underlined his potential with a third place finish on the 14th stage of the Tour de …
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Hamilton thanks Ferrari for 'mega' repairs after smashing car
Jul 18 2026
Lewis Hamilton thanked his Ferrari crew for their rapid work on his badly-damaged car on Saturday after he bounced back …
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Fox joins 62 club to lead British Open, McIlroy unleashes on 'performative' DeChambeau
Jul 18 2026
Ryan Fox matched the record low score at a major of 62 to move into a share of the British Open lead on Saturday as Rory …
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Antonelli wants to lead Verstappen from start in Belgium
Jul 18 2026
Kimi Antonelli aims to start fast and have fun on Sunday as he bids to convert his sixth pole position of the season …
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Spain, Argentina tune up for World Cup final in smoggy New Jersey
Jul 18 2026
Argentina and Spain fine-tuned preparations for Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey as a persistent, choking smog …
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Wimbledon finalist Muchova out for 'a few weeks'
Jul 18 2026
Injury-prone Wimbledon finalist Karolina Muchova said on Saturday she would miss "a few weeks" of competition after …
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Antonelli pips Verstappen to take pole at Belgian Grand Prix
Jul 18 2026
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli roared to pole position for Mercedes on Saturday when he beat Red Bull's four-time …
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Madonna, Cruise lead A-list stars at World Cup final
Jul 18 2026
The World Cup tournament was bigger than ever before this year, and so is the list of stars expected at MetLife Stadium …
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India all-rounder Sundar out of England finale
Jul 18 2026
India all-rounder Washington Sundar has been ruled out of the third one-day international against England, team …
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Record setter Kerr, Alfred light up London Diamond League
Jul 18 2026
Josh Kerr streaked to a memorable world record in the men's mile at a high-octane Diamond League meet in London on …
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Pogacar wins Tour de France 14th stage to extend overall lead
Jul 18 2026
Tadej Pogacar won the 14th stage of the Tour de France in the Vosges on Saturday to extend his lead over Jonas …
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Antonelli takes pole at Belgian Grand Prix
Jul 18 2026
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli outpaced his rivals Saturday when he took pole position for the Belgian Grand Prix at …
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Britain's Kerr sets new world record in men's mile
Jul 18 2026
Britain's Josh Kerr etched his name into the pantheon of milers when he set a new world record in the men's mile at the …
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Bethell hails 'incredible' Sobers for turning point in England career
Jul 18 2026
England all-rounder Jacob Bethell thanked the "incredible" Garry Sobers for the key role he played in forging his career …
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DeChambeau 'fired up' by two-shot penalty as Fox joins 62 club at British Open
Jul 18 2026
Bryson DeChambeau said a two-shot British Open penalty "fires me up" as Ryan Fox became the third player in two days to …
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Spain, Argentina prepare for World Cup final, Trump hails success
Jul 18 2026
Spain and Argentina prepared to do battle in Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey as organisers said they were keeping …
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Brook urges England to follow ever-green Root's example
Jul 18 2026
England white-ball captain Harry Brook has urged his side to learn from Joe Root as they seek to complete a one-day …
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Jones says Japan making 'good progress' despite France defeat
Jul 18 2026
Coach Eddie Jones said Japan were "making good progress" after losing 42-15 to France in the Nations Championship in …
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Messi, Yamal come full circle in World Cup showdown
Jul 18 2026
When Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal line-up against each other in the World Cup final on Sunday it will mark the closing …
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Galthie hails France 'energy and commitment' after Japan rout
Jul 18 2026
France head coach Fabien Galthie praised the "energy and commitment" of his players at the end of a long season after …
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Australia beat Italy 57-10 to end Schmidt era with win
Jul 18 2026
Australia snapped a six-match losing streak after dismantling a depleted Italy 57-10 in the Nations Championship on …
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Infantino's enlarged World Cup gamble pays off with punters
Jul 18 2026
The World Cup has engaged punters like never before with an 80% increase in betting volume compared to the 2022 edition, …
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Antonelli continues to set blazing pace in Belgian practice
Jul 18 2026
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped the times again with a searing lap for Mercedes in Saturday's crash-hit third …
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Ireland 'never really got going' against All Blacks, says Farrell
Jul 18 2026
Coach Andy Farrell said Saturday that Ireland were closer to the All Blacks than the scoreline suggested in a 40-21 …
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France cruise past Japan 42-15 in Nations Championship
Jul 18 2026
France beat Japan 42-15 on Saturday to wrap up their Nations Championship southern hemisphere series with a comfortable …
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Rennie hails 'clinical' All Blacks after 40-21 win over Ireland
Jul 18 2026
Coach Dave Rennie said he was "really rapt" after New Zealand unfurled a commanding first-half performance to beat …
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France beat Japan 42-15 in Nations Championship
Jul 18 2026
France beat Japan 42-15 on Saturday to wrap up their Nations Championship southern hemisphere series with a comfortable …
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Six-try All Blacks see off Ireland at Eden Park fortress
Jul 18 2026
New Zealand unfurled a commanding first-half performance to beat Ireland 40-21 in a bruising Test on Saturday and extend …
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From Maradona to Messi: Bangladesh's enduring love for Argentina
Jul 18 2026
There are rooftops draped in blue and white and murals of Lionel Messi everywhere -- but this is not Argentina, it is …
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England carry 'scars' of World Cup exit, says Tuchel
Jul 18 2026
Thomas Tuchel said Friday that England's players carry the "scars" of a painful World Cup exit, admitting there was …
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Latin America's unlikely football unity: cheering against Argentina
Jul 18 2026
While Latin Americans have traditionally rallied behind football teams from the region who advance deep into the World …
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Argentina coach Scaloni hails 'legend' Messi before World Cup final
Jul 18 2026
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni urged fans to make the most of seeing Lionel Messi lead his team out in another World Cup …
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Aston Villa sign Swiss World Cup star Manzambi
Jul 18 2026
Aston Villa announced the signing of Switzerland World Cup star Johan Manzambi from German side Freiburg on Friday for a …
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Argentina World Cup success moves me to tears, says goalkeeper Martinez
Jul 18 2026
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez said Friday that thinking about his team's success in recent years sometimes …
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Trump questions England's World Cup tactics
Jul 18 2026
To the long list of critics of England's tactics in the World Cup semi-final they lost to Argentina can now be added …
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Messi to get 'special attention' from Spain, says de la Fuente
Jul 17 2026
Luis de la Fuente said Spain planned to pay "special attention" to Lionel Messi in Sunday's World Cup final but ruled …
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Spain captain Rodri preparing for 'physical' Argentina battle
Jul 17 2026
Spain captain Rodri is bracing for a "physical" battle with reigning champions Argentina when the two sides collide in …
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Italy coach Quesada's ban reduced to one Test
Jul 17 2026
Italy head coach Gonzalo Quesada has had his ban for criticising a referee downgraded to one Test, with the Argentinian …
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Sobers 'stood out' among the greats: West Indies legend Holding
Jul 17 2026
The late Garry Sobers "stood out" even among cricket's greats but remained humble despite his standing in the game, …
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Leader Herbert, Burns equal record 62 at British Open, DeChambeau docked two shots
Jul 17 2026
Lucas Herbert stormed into a two-shot lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns …
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DeChambeau's British Open charge hit by two-shot penalty
Jul 17 2026
Bryson DeChambeau's charge towards the top of the British Open leaderboard was dealt a huge blow by a two-shot penalty …
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Yankees' Judge improving, but not ready for baseball activities
Jul 17 2026
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge's rib injury is healing, but he's still not ready to resume baseball activities, …
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None shall pass: Spain's defence ready to thwart Messi in World Cup final
Jul 17 2026
If Lionel Messi and Argentina are to clinch back-to-back World Cup titles on Sunday, they will have to find a way past …
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Messi eyes second World Cup crown at the scene of his lowest ebb
Jul 17 2026
Lionel Messi could end any debate about whether he is the greatest player of all time if he leads Argentina to World Cup …
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Herbert hopes British Open 62 woke Australian kids in the night
Jul 17 2026
Lucas Herbert said he hoped to have inspired the next generation of golfers back in Australia after equalling the low …
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Herbert takes Open lead, equals Burns' round of 62
Jul 17 2026
Lucas Herbert stormed into the lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns equalled …
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Norris misses winning, resents intrusions in private life
Jul 17 2026
World champion Lando Norris said Friday he misses being a winner this season with McLaren and resents the intrusions …
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'Great innings ends': Cricket mourns West Indies great Sobers
Jul 17 2026
Garry Sobers, the West Indies all-rounder regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, has died at the age of …
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Argentina's Colapinto more nervous about World Cup final than F1 race
Jul 17 2026
Alpine's Franco Colapinto wound up seventh fastest for Alpine in Friday practice at the Belgian Grand Prix and then said …
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Deschamps set for bittersweet ending to France reign as Zidane waits
Jul 17 2026
Didier Deschamps brings the curtain down on a remarkable 14-year reign as France coach on Saturday when Les Bleus face …
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Ferrari fined but Hamilton and Leclerc escape grid penalty
Jul 17 2026
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc escaped any grid position penalties on Friday when instead Ferrari were fined for a …
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Tackling Messi 'huge challenge' for Spain: Merino
Jul 17 2026
Spanish super-sub Mikel Merino said Friday that neutralising the threat of Lionel Messi will be a "huge challenge" as La …
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What's behind the Argentina World Cup team's can-do attitude?
Jul 17 2026
Argentine football players know how to suffer, experts and fans believe, as the South American nation sets its sights on …
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Germany defender Gosens signs with Schalke
Jul 17 2026
Germany defender Robin Gosens signed with Schalke on Friday, joining from Fiorentina on a season-long loan which will …
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Pogacar urges rivals to fight for victory
Jul 17 2026
All-conquering Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar on Friday urged his rivals not to give up and to fight for the …
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'Great innings has come to an end' -- cricket legend Sobers dies
Jul 17 2026
Garry Sobers, arguably the greatest all rounder of all time, has died aged 89 West Indies Cricket announced on Friday.
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No tears as Deschamps prepares for final France match
Jul 17 2026
Didier Deschamps said Friday that no tears will be shed as he prepares to take charge of his final France match in the …
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Antonelli fastest for Mercedes in second practice in Belgium
Jul 17 2026
World championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped the times for Mercedes ahead of defending champion Lando Norris of …
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Swiss rider Schmid cramps up but wins Tour de France stage 13
Jul 17 2026
Swiss rider Mauro Schmid said that he had to overcome cramps before he beat Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-man sprint …
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Garry Sobers, towering West Indies cricket all-rounder, dies at 89
Jul 17 2026
Cricket in the 20th century was littered with great players, but by universal consent two stand head and shoulders above …
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NFL boss teases Japan among 10 new nations for regular-season games
Jul 17 2026
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell named Japan as a place he wants to see the league play a future regular-season contest …
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Messi eyes glorious farewell as Spain, Argentina clash in World Cup final
Jul 17 2026
Spanish elan meets Argentinian steel in a historic World Cup final on Sunday which sees the reigning champions of Europe …
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Swiss rider Schmid wins Tour de France stage 13
Jul 17 2026
Swiss rider Mauro Schmid beat Colombian Harold Tejada in a two-man sprint finish to win the 13th and longest stage of …
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Neymar returns to Santos with questions hanging over his future
Jul 17 2026
Neymar returns to his home club Santos Friday with only a few months left in his contract and questions over his future …
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Warholm eyes win in London stadium that kickstarted his career
Jul 17 2026
Karsten Warholm on Saturday returns to the London Stadium where he won his first 400 metres hurdles world title in 2017, …
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Herbert takes British Open lead, equals major history with 62 alongside Burns
Jul 17 2026
Lucas Herbert stormed into the lead at the British Open on Friday after the Australian and American Sam Burns equalled …
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Italian authorities dole out fines for Olympic ambush marketing
Jul 17 2026
Italy's Competition Authority (AGCM) said Friday it had fined six companies a total of 2.5 million euros ($2.86 million) …
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Herbert equals major record round of 62 to take British Open lead
Jul 17 2026
Australia's Lucas Herbert equalled the record for the lowest round in major golf history with an eight-under par 62 to …
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Verstappen back on top in opening practice at Belgian Grand Prix
Jul 17 2026
Max Verstappen topped the times for Red Bull ahead of Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton in Friday's sunny opening free practice …
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Kerr targets world mile record, Hodgkinson happy to 'run free'
Jul 17 2026
Josh Kerr is confident he is in the kind of form that could see him break the 27-year-old world record for the mile to …
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Neutral games needed at Nations Championship, says official
Jul 17 2026
Rugby's new Nations Championship has "logistical challenges" that can only be solved by having some teams play home …
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Herbert's record front nine snatches British Open lead
Jul 17 2026
Australia's Lucas Herbert equalled a British Open record with a six-under par 28 on the front nine at Royal Birkdale on …
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Lucu urges France to keep heads in steamy Tokyo
Jul 17 2026
France captain Maxime Lucu warned Friday that the heat and humidity in steamy Tokyo will affect decision-making when his …
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Australian cyclist Dennis admits driving while disqualified
Jul 17 2026
Australian former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis admitted on Friday to driving while disqualified over a 2023 road …
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Root says England 'learning on the job' in ODIs after 99 no against India
Jul 17 2026
Joe Root said his younger England team-mates were having to "learn on the job" in one-day international cricket because …
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Wilson keen to continue Wallabies captaincy as Schmidt era ends
Jul 17 2026
Harry Wilson said he's determined to continue captaining Australia as they build towards next year's home World Cup, …
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