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Stokes defends Archer's England absence due to IPL duties
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England captain Ben Stokes has warned leading players such as Jofra Archer could be driven away from international …
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Polish qualifier Chwalinska reaches French Open semi-finals
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World number 114 Maja Chwalinska continued her stunning French Open run on Wednesday by becoming just the second women's …
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Sabalenka crumbles to French Open quarter-final defeat by Shnaider
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Aryna Sabalenka's bid for a first French Open title was left in tatters as she fell apart in a bizarre defeat by Russian …
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Henry fit to lead New Zealand's attack at Lord's
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Matt Henry is set to lead a full-strength New Zealand pace attack in the first Test against England at Lord's starting …
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Yamal, Williams should be fit for World Cup opener: De la Fuente
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Forwards Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams should be fit for Spain's World Cup opener, coach Luis de la Fuente said on …
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England captain Stokes defends Archer's IPL-enforced absence from Test side
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England captain Ben Stokes said the "landscape of cricket" has changed as he defended Jofra Archer's absence from the …
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DRC coach prepared to play friendly behind closed doors
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The Democratic Republic of Congo are willing to play their pre-World Cup friendly with Chile behind closed doors, their …
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Formula One ace Leclerc extends contract with 'second family' Ferrari
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Charles Leclerc has agreed a multi-year extension with his "second family" Ferrari days out from his home Monaco Grand …
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Iran World Cup squad to reach Mexico early Sunday
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Iran's World Cup squad will arrive early on Sunday in Mexico where they will be based for the duration of the global …
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French UFC fighter Gane blocking out politics before White House bout
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French mixed martial artist Ciryl Gane said he is blocking out the political noise ahead of his unprecedented fight at …
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England aim to erase Ashes scars against New Zealand
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England will have a chance to prove they have learned from their Ashes drubbing when they face New Zealand in the first …
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50 years after Olympic glory, Comaneci's homecoming sparks hope of new path to perfection
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In the small Romanian town of Onesti, people chanted Nadia Comaneci's name on Sunday as the gymnast who received the …
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'No hiding' as Haiti thrash New Zealand in pre-World Cup friendly
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Coach Darren Bazeley called it "really disappointing" as his New Zealand side suffered a demoralizing 4-0 World Cup …
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Sabalenka homes in on French Open semis
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World number one Aryna Sabalenka can take her quest for a maiden French Open title into the last four on Wednesday, …
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Scotland's Tartan Army to bring 'the party' on World Cup return
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"No Scotland, no party" is a popular refrain of the Tartan Army and for the first time in 28 years the World Cup will be …
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One of our own: San Antonio embraces 'Wemby' ahead of NBA Finals
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It is not New York or Los Angeles.
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Protesting teachers in Mexico topple player statues days before World Cup
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Protesting teachers toppled towering statues of football players on Mexico City's main promenade Tuesday and threatened …
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No.1 Korda, No.2 Jeeno chase US Women's Open title
Jun 02 2026
Top-ranked Nelly Korda chases a lifelong dream and Thailand's second-ranked Jeeno Thitikul seeks her first major title …
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Mensik tames Fonseca to reach French Open semi-finals
Jun 02 2026
Czech youngster Jakub Mensik produced a brilliant display to upstage Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca and reach the …
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Zverev powers into French Open semis as Fonseca run ends
Jun 02 2026
Alexander Zverev breezed past Rafael Jodar to stay on course for an elusive Grand Slam title at the French Open, while …
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Who said what: French Open day 10
Jun 02 2026
Key quotes from the 10th day of the French Open at Roland Garros on Tuesday:
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David Beckham to get star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Jun 02 2026
Football superstar David Beckham is to be honored with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, organizers announced Tuesday, …
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Knicks, Brunson in awe of 'unbelievable' Wembanyama
Jun 02 2026
Victor Wembanyama is making a lasting impression in his first playoff run, inspiring awe-struck comments from his …
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England launch World Cup build-up in steamy Florida
Jun 02 2026
England kicked off their pre-World Cup preparations in Florida on Tuesday, holding a light first training session in hot …
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Ellis's best helps Australia shock Pakistan to level ODI series
Jun 02 2026
Fast bowler Nathan Ellis took a career best four-wicket haul as an understrength Australia shocked Pakistan by 41 runs …
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Brunson says doubters only push Knicks to work harder
Jun 02 2026
Jalen Brunson says doubters have only made the New York Knicks work harder to capture the club's first title since 1973 …
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Zverev 'doesn't care' about French Open favourite tag
Jun 02 2026
Alexander Zverev insisted he's just focused on his upcoming semi-final rather than being the favourite to win a first …
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Lukaku makes Belgium return with 'ideal' goal in win over Croatia
Jun 02 2026
Belgium captain Youri Tielemans said on Tuesday Napoli forward Romelu Lukaku scoring on his first international …
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Wembanyama says Spurs still coming down from Thunder win
Jun 02 2026
Victor Wembanyama says the San Antonio Spurs are still coming down off an emotional high from defeating Oklahoma City to …
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Lukaku makes Belgium return with goal in win over Croatia
Jun 02 2026
Napoli forward Romelu Lukaku scored on his first international appearance in more than a year as Belgium beat Croatia …
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Canucks hire Malhotra as coach after NHL-worst season
Jun 02 2026
Manny Malhotra, who played 18 NHL seasons before becoming a coach, has been hired by the Vancouver Canucks, who have …
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Kostyuk balances war at home and title run at French Open
Jun 02 2026
Marta Kostyuk says learning to block out the realities of Russia's invasion of Ukraine has become essential during her …
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Van der Breggen takes overall Giro lead with time trial win
Jun 02 2026
Dutch rider Anna van der Breggen took the overall leader's pink jersey at the women's Giro d'Italia on Tuesday after …
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Zverev powers into French Open semis, Kostyuk to face Andreeva
Jun 02 2026
Alexander Zverev breezed past Rafael Jodar to stay on course for an elusive Grand Slam title at the French Open, where …
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Marco Silva to leave Fulham as Benfica links grow
Jun 02 2026
Fulham manager Marco Silva has announced he will leave the Premier League club amid reports he is set to take charge at …
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Green and Inglis hit fifties as Australia post 231-9 in second ODI
Jun 02 2026
Josh Inglis and Cameron Green hit fighting half centuries to help Australia post 231-9 in the second day-night …
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Zverev brushes off Jodar to reach French Open last four
Jun 02 2026
Alexander Zverev laid down a marker at the French Open on Tuesday with a straight-sets victory over rising Spanish star …
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Ancelotti relaxed about Neymar World Cup availability
Jun 02 2026
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti is in no hurry to rush star forward Neymar back from his calf injury, the Italian said on …
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Norwegian football federation ask FIFA to probe Trump peace prize
Jun 02 2026
The Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) said on Tuesday it had asked FIFA's ethics committee to look into the world …
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Kostyuk wins all-Ukraine duel to reach French Open semis
Jun 02 2026
Marta Kostyuk beat compatriot Elina Svitolina on Tuesday to reach her maiden Grand Slam semi-final and become the first …
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New Zealand's Williamson glad to be back at 'unique' Lord's
Jun 02 2026
New Zealand's Kane Williamson is relishing his return to Lord's as the iconic stadium stages its 150th Test when the …
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Kostyuk and Andreeva to clash in French Open semis
Jun 02 2026
Marta Kostyuk will play Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva for a place in the women's French Open final, as Alexander …
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'In the zone' Andreeva romps into French Open semis
Jun 02 2026
Mirra Andreeva outclassed Sorana Cirstea 6-0, 6-3 to book her spot in the semi-finals of the French Open on Tuesday, a …
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Liverpool legend Dalglish reveals cancer treatment
Jun 02 2026
Liverpool and Scotland great Kenny Dalglish has revealed he is undergoing treatment for cancer.
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Iran World Cup squad to head for Mexico via Spain
Jun 02 2026
Iran's football team will leave for Spain this weekend en route to their World Cup base in Mexico despite still awaiting …
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Bologna announce Tedesco as new coach, replacing Italiano
Jun 02 2026
Serie A side Bologna announced on Tuesday Domenico Tedesco would take over as coach to replace Vincenzo Italiano, who …
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Liverpool close to hiring Iraola: reports
Jun 02 2026
Liverpool are in advanced talks with former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola as they seek a replacement for Arne Slot, …
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Southampton boss Eckert takes blame for 'spygate' scandal
Jun 02 2026
Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has apologised for orchestrating the "spygate" scandal that led to the club's expulsion …
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Chelsea's French star ready to attack World Cup with gusto
Jun 02 2026
Malo Gusto's proven big match-winning temperament will stand him in good stead as he looks to challenge Jules Kounde for …
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England cricket legend Flintoff named Sydney Thunder head coach
Jun 02 2026
England cricket legend Andrew Flintoff was named Tuesday as head coach of the Sydney Thunder, the Big Bash League team …
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Southampton coach Eckert takes blame for 'spygate'
Jun 02 2026
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert issued an apology on Tuesday for orchestrating the "spygate" scandal, admitting he …
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Saints owner sticks by manager despite 'spygate' scandal
Jun 02 2026
Tonda Eckert will remain manager of Southampton despite the spying scandal that cost the Championship club their place …
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'Messi, Maradona, Tim': NZ footballer's viral fan club hits 4 million
Jun 02 2026
New Zealand footballer Tim Payne's online fan club soared past four million on Tuesday, more than the All Blacks, after …
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For Roland Garros youth, quarter-final moment of truth
Jun 02 2026
The young kings of tennis have been deposed and as the French Open reaches its quarter-finals on Tuesday, the sport's …
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AI unearths football talent beyond scouts' radar
Jun 02 2026
Brazilian teenager Leo Veiga had almost given up on his dream of becoming a professional footballer when artificial …
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Arnaldi outlasts Tiafoe in marathon that 'wasn't tennis, was something else'
Jun 01 2026
Matteo Arnaldi fought back against fading Frances Tiafoe to win 7-6 (7/5), 6-7 (5/7), 3-6, 7-6, 6-4 early Tuesday and …
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Sabalenka bests Osaka at French Open, Berrettini into quarters
Jun 01 2026
Aryna Sabalenka overpowered fellow four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka in the French Open last 16 on Monday, after …
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NBA Magic hire Spurs assistant Sweeney as new head coach
Jun 01 2026
Sean Sweeney, an associate head coach for the NBA finalist San Antonio Spurs, has been hired as the head coach of the …
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Mexican police tear-gas teachers' protest 10 days before World Cup
Jun 01 2026
Mexico City police hurled tear gas at protesting teachers to keep them from reaching the historic square where the "Fan …
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Who said what: French Open day 9
Jun 01 2026
Key quotes from the ninth day of the French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday:
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Sabalenka overpowers Osaka to reach French Open quarter-finals
Jun 01 2026
World number one Aryna Sabalenka took down fellow four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka in straight sets in Monday's …
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Serena Williams to return to tennis at Queen's Club
Jun 01 2026
Serena Williams confirmed her return to tennis on Monday after an absence of nearly four years, with the American great …
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Huge NFL deals send Garrett to Rams, Brown to Patriots
Jun 01 2026
Two-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett was traded from Cleveland to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday …
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Berrettini back in French Open quarters after injury 'darkness'
Jun 01 2026
Matteo Berrettini stormed into his first Grand Slam quarter-final in four years with an impressive straight-sets victory …
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Joshua says 'only success' matters as Fury fight looms
Jun 01 2026
Anthony Joshua said Monday he would not celebrate that a deal has finally been struck for a heavyweight clash with rival …
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Monaco sack coach Pocognoli
Jun 01 2026
French club Monaco on Monday confirmed that Belgian coach Sebastien Pocognoli has been sacked after just under eight …
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Auger-Aliassime gallops past Tabilo and into last eight
Jun 01 2026
Fourth seed Felix Auger-Aliassime despatched Alejandro Tabilo 6-3, 7-5, 6-1 on Monday to reach the French Open …
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Sabalenka to face Osaka, Berrettini into French Open quarters
Jun 01 2026
Four-time Grand Slam champions Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka will go head-to-head in the first French Open women's …
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'Resilient' Berrettini powers into French Open last eight
Jun 01 2026
Matteo Berrettini stormed into his first Grand Slam quarter-final in four years with an impressive straight-sets victory …
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Still in the game: Athletes who made comeback in their 40s
Jun 01 2026
American tennis great Serena Williams is to return to the professional circuit when she competes in the doubles at …
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Rodri says Man City future can wait until after World Cup
Jun 01 2026
Manchester City midfielder Rodri said on Monday he will wait until after the World Cup to address his future, amid …
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Villarreal appoint Inigo Perez after Rayo success
Jun 01 2026
Spanish club Villarreal announced on Monday the appointment of Inigo Perez as coach on a three-year contract, following …
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Cobolli stops thinking and quells Svajda fightback at French Open
Jun 01 2026
Flavio Cobolli said he made the mistake of "thinking" before he steadied on Monday and clawed into the French Open …
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French Open happy with Sabalenka-Osaka in top slot, but men still have edge
Jun 01 2026
As the French Open breaks a recent tradition by scheduling a women's match for the prime-time evening slot Monday, …
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Sabalenka to face Osaka, Cobolli into French Open quarters
Jun 01 2026
Four-time Grand Slam champions Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka will go head-to-head in the first French Open women's …
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Serena Williams announces return to tennis at Queen's Club
Jun 01 2026
Serena Williams confirmed her return to tennis after an absence of nearly four years on Monday, with the American great …
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Polish qualifier Chwalinska continues dream Roland Garros run
Jun 01 2026
Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska extended her remarkable run at the French Open by cruising into the quarter-finals with …
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India takes down giant Messi statue over safety concerns
Jun 01 2026
A giant statue of football superstar Lionel Messi was taken down in India on Monday after it was spotted swaying …
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South Africa World Cup squad depart for Mexico following visa delay
Jun 01 2026
World Cup-bound South Africa departed for Mexico on Monday, a day later than planned after visa delays that were heavily …
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Kevin Keegan reveals stage four cancer diagnosis
Jun 01 2026
Former England and Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan has revealed he has stage four cancer.
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Cobolli fights into French Open last eight against dogged Svajda
Jun 01 2026
Flavio Cobolli on Monday clawed into the French Open quarter-finals, beating Zachary Svajda 6-2, 6-3, 6-7 (3/7), 7-6 …
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Kalinskaya battles into French Open quarter-finals
Jun 01 2026
Russian 22nd seed Anna Kalinskaya scrapped her way to her second Grand Slam quarter-final on Monday, edging out …
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Premier League record-breaker Milner retires
Jun 01 2026
Former England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from football at the age of 40 after 24 seasons in …
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Slot says he is leaving Liverpool 'among Europe's elite'
Jun 01 2026
Arne Slot says he is leaving Liverpool "exactly where it belongs: amongst Europe's elite", in an emotional letter to …
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French Open fines Vallejo for 'unacceptable' sexist outburst
Jun 01 2026
Roland Garros and the French Tennis Federation on Monday hit Adolfo Daniel Vallejo with a $65,000 fine for his remarks …
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Premier League record-breaker James Milner retires
Jun 01 2026
Former England midfielder James Milner has announced his retirement from football at the age of 40 after a 24-year …
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Work begins on 2032 Brisbane Olympics stadium after protests
Jun 01 2026
Work on Brisbane's new centrepiece 2032 Olympics stadium began on Monday after days of protests against the project by …
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New Zealand government in talks to save rugby's Moana Pasifika
Jun 01 2026
The New Zealand government on Monday stepped in at the eleventh hour to try to save Super Rugby's Moana Pasifika from …
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Kohli dubbed 'heartbeat' of IPL champions in coach Flower tribute
Jun 01 2026
Virat Kohli was hailed as the "heartbeat" of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru dressing room after his unbeaten 75 secured …
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Australia scrum-half Gordon out of Tests after Achilles surgery
Jun 01 2026
Australia scrum-half Jake Gordon had surgery on a torn Achilles Monday, ruling him out of the three Nations Championship …
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Sooryavanshi sweeps IPL awards -- but is too young to drive prize
Jun 01 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi swept the end-of-season IPL awards and in doing so won an SUV -- but the 15-year-old cricket …
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Popovic tells youthful Australia to be 'fearless' at World Cup
Jun 01 2026
Australia coach Tony Popovic called on his players to be "fearless" after unveiling a youthful World Cup squad on Monday …
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Australia include Italy youth international Volpato in World Cup squad
Jun 01 2026
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic named Italy under-21 international Cristian Volpato in his 26-strong squad for the World …
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Sabalenka, Osaka clash in blockbuster French Open tie
Jun 01 2026
Four-time Grand Slam champions Aryna Sabalenka and Naomi Osaka will go head-to-head in the first French Open women's …
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Vingegaard wins Giro d'Italia to complete Grand Tour set
Jun 01 2026
Jonas Vingegaard sealed his Giro d'Italia triumph on Sunday, riding into Rome in pink on the final stage won by home …
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Wanyonyi in shock defeat to Britain's Burgin in Rabat Diamond League
Jun 01 2026
Briton Max Burgin stunned Olympic 800 metres champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi in the Rabat Diamond League meeting on Sunday …
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Brazil thrash Panama 6-2 in World Cup send-off
May 31 2026
Brazil turned on the style with a 6-2 drubbing of Panama on Sunday in a lopsided World Cup send-off at the Maracana …
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Senegal win can help fans 'trust' US World Cup bid, says Pochettino
May 31 2026
Coach Mauricio Pochettino said the United States' impressive 3-2 friendly win over Senegal Sunday can help the American …
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Who said what: French Open day 8
May 31 2026
Key quotes from the eighth day of the French Open at Roland Garros on Sunday:
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Mensik holds off Rublev to book maiden French Open last-eight spot
May 31 2026
Jakub Mensik held off a resurgent Andrey Rublev in five sets at the French Open on Sunday to book his first Grand Slam …
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Swiatek exits French Open, Zverev eases into quarters
May 31 2026
Four-time French Open champion Iga Swiatek exited Roland Garros on Sunday as the top seeds continued to fall at the …
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Brazilian teen Fonseca downs Ruud to reach French Open quarters
May 31 2026
Brazilian sensation Joao Fonseca clinched a dramatic four-set triumph against Casper Ruud in the French Open last 16, …
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