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Cauley wins Canadian Open eight years after crash derailed his PGA career
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Bud Cauley won the Canadian Open on Sunday, capturing the first title of a PGA Tour career that was nearly derailed by …
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Davis-Woodhall doubles up at LA Grand Prix
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Olympic long jump gold medallist Tara Davis-Woodhall dominated her signature event and added a runner-up finish in the …
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Germany crush Curacao, Japan thwart Dutch at World Cup as Iran arrive
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Germany thrashed World Cup debutants Curacao 7-1 on Sunday while Japan fought back to grab a 2-2 draw with the …
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Curacao have nothing to be ashamed about, says Advocaat
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Curacao's World Cup debut may have ended in a reality check of a 7-1 hammering by four-time champions Germany on Sunday …
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Japan fight back in 2-2 Dutch thriller at World Cup
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Japan scored an 88th-minute equaliser as they twice fought back to rescue a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in front of …
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Marchant double helps Stade Francais thump La Rochelle to reach semis
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England international Joe Marchant scored twice and back-row forward Romain Briatte claimed a hat-trick as Stade …
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Yamal fit but will not start Spain's World Cup opener, says De la Fuente
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Spain coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed that Lamine Yamal is fit but will begin the European champions' World Cup opener …
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Germany crush World Cup debutants Curacao as Iran set to arrive in US
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Germany swept aside tiny Curacao at the World Cup on Sunday, thrashing the debutants 7-1 in Houston while the Iran team …
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Americans Kim and Wilson team up to win LPGA Dow pairs event
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Gina Kim and 19-year-old Yana Wilson combined to shoot an eight-under par 62 on Sunday to win the Dow Championship LPGA …
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Iranian football legend Azizi puts peace above politics amid World Cup tensions
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Iranian football legend Khodadad Azizi, who played in the first World Cup meeting between Iran and the United States in …
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Germany hammer World Cup debutants Curacao after early scare
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Germany won their first opening match at a World Cup since lifting the trophy in 2014 as they eased to a 7-1 win against …
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In-form Robinson ruled out of England's second Test against New Zealand
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In-form England pace bowler Ollie Robinson will miss the second Test against New Zealand with a knee injury.
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Koepka withdraws from Canadian Open sparking US Open concerns
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Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka withdraw before the final round of the PGA Tour Canadian Open with a hand injury …
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Yato double keeps Perpignan in Top 14
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Experienced Fiji lock Peceli Yato scored two tries as Perpignan maintained their French Top 14 status on Sunday with a …
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Spurs defender Porro signs new contract
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Tottenham defender Pedro Porro ended speculation over his future by signing a new long-term contract at the Premier …
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World Cup history beckons for ageless Messi
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Lionel Messi could have signed off from World Cup football on the ultimate high in 2022 but he is back and poised to …
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India rout Pakistan at women's T20 World Cup
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India made the perfect start to their women's T20 World Cup campaign with a 64-run win against arch rivals Pakistan on …
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Antonelli left 'empty' after Barcelona Grand Prix retirement
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Formula One championship leader Kimi Antonelli was left feeling empty after his Mercedes gave up the ghost in the final …
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Hamilton 'rebuilt' his mind to earn first Ferrari triumph
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Lewis Hamilton said he needed to rebuild his mind to become able to clinch his first Grand Prix victory with Ferrari on …
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Brazil's frailties laid bare in shaky World Cup opener
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Brazil's defensive frailties, lack of creativity and problems at full-back were exposed in a 1-1 draw with Morocco in …
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Australia's Irankunda revels in 'unreal' World Cup shock
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Nestory Irankunda called it "unreal" after the 20-year-old born in a refugee camp played a pivotal role in Australia's …
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Del Toro overhauls Tuckwell to win Auvergne Tour
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Mexican Isaac Del Toro won the Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes with a solo success on Sunday's eighth and final stage for the …
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Hamilton claims his first Ferrari win at Barcelona Grand Prix
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Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory for Ferrari on Sunday at the Barcelona-Catalunya Formula One Grand Prix, ending …
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Poland's Majchrzak stuns De Minaur for first ATP title
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Polish outsider Kamil Majchrzak clinched his first ever ATP tennis tour title Sunday, stunning world number six Alex de …
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Diamond sparkles in French Oaks as Moore completes classic clean sweep
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Jockey Ryan Moore completed a career full house of all the major European classics as Irish favourite Diamond Necklace …
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Vekic beats Raducanu in Queen's Club final to end title drought
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Donna Vekic won her first title in three years as the Croatian beat former US Open champion Emma Raducanu 6-0, 7-6 (8/6) …
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Connolly century sets up dramatic Australia ODI win over Bangladesh
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Opener Cooper Connolly blazed 149 runs off 134 balls to lead Australia to a dramatic one-wicket victory over Bangladesh …
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Dozens arrested in New York violence after Knicks win title
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New York police said Sunday that 63 people were arrested overnight as unruly crowds flooded into the city's streets to …
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Toyotas pounce late to retake title in 24 hours of Le Mans
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Veteran Toyota driver Kamui Kobayashi pulled away in the final session to win 24 Hours of Le Mans on Sunday as six …
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Seixas out of Auvergne Tour due to crash injuries
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Teenage French prodigy Paul Seixas was forced to pull out of the final stage of the Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes as he was …
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Hridoy anchors Bangladesh to 274-5 in third ODI against Australia
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Towhid Hridoy struck a composed 83 to anchor Bangladesh's innings of 274-5 after a nervous start against Australia in …
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Toyotas take control as Le Mans heads for home straight
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Toyota grabbed the initiative and the lead with three hours to go in 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race on Sunday.
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Tiny Curacao tackle Germany at World Cup as Iran arrive in US
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The smallest nation by population in the tournament comes face-to-face with the four-time winners on Sunday when tiny …
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Bangladesh farmer unfurls vast Germany banner to show World Cup support
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Across Bangladesh, football fans have decked out their rooftops with the flags of Brazil and Argentina -- the most …
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Brazil held by Morocco in World Cup opener, Australia shock Turkey
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Five-time winners Brazil needed a superb Vinicius Junior equaliser to draw 1-1 with Morocco in their opening game at the …
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Knicks' Jalen Brunson named NBA Finals MVP
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Jalen Brunson's 45-point masterpiece propelled the New York Knicks to their first NBA title in 53 years, but his biggest …
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Australia stun Turkey at World Cup after selection gamble pays off
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Australia scored a stunning 2-0 upset over Turkey in their World Cup Group D opener on Saturday as coach Tony Popovic's …
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McGinn eyes 'uncharted territory' after Scotland end wait for World Cup win
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Scotland match-winner John McGinn is optimistic his team can go on to reach the World Cup knockout stages for the very …
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'I wasn't ready to win': Wembanyama rues mistakes in NBA Finals defeat
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San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama's first chance at an NBA championship came sooner than most expected, and the …
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Brunson leads Knicks to first NBA title in 53 years
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The New York Knicks, fueled by a sensational 45 points from Jalen Brunson, rallied again to beat the San Antonio Spurs …
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Knicks beat Spurs to claim first NBA title in 53 years
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The New York Knicks, fueled by a sensational 45 points from Jalen Brunson, rallied again to beat the San Antonio Spurs …
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New York's victorious Knicks leave World Cup in the cold
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The World Cup carnival arrived in New York on Saturday, but it was drowned out by the city's elation after the hometown …
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Two men charged over England World Cup 'heist'
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Two men were charged Saturday over the theft of $18,000-worth of kit and equipment from the England team at the World …
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Brazil begin World Cup bid with Morocco draw as Scotland edge Haiti
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Five-time winners Brazil needed a superb Vinicius Junior equaliser to draw 1-1 with Morocco in their opening game at the …
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McGinn gives Scotland win over Haiti on World Cup return
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A scrappy finish by John McGinn allowed Scotland to mark their return to the World Cup after a 28-year absence with a …
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Curacao can shock Germany on World Cup debut, says Advocaat
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Curacao coach Dick Advocaat believes the tiny Caribbean island can "steal some points" from four-time winners Germany on …
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Ancelotti urges patience as Brazil make slow World Cup start
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Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said that "you don't win a World Cup based on your first match" after the five-time …
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England reunited with World Cup kit after 'heist'
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England goalkeeper Dean Henderson said he had his boots back after training equipment was stolen ahead of the squad's …
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England's Burn savours 'surreal' World Cup moment
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England defender Dan Burn says it is "surreal" to be at the World Cup after a journeyman career that has taken him all …
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Brazil begin World Cup bid with Morocco draw as Scotland enter the fray
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Five-time winners Brazil needed a superb Vinicius Junior equaliser to draw 1-1 with Morocco in New Jersey in their …
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Depay fit to start as Dutch launch World Cup title charge
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Memphis Depay is fit to start the Netherlands' tasty World Cup opener against Japan in Dallas on Sunday, coach Ronald …
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New York's Knicks fever leaves World Cup in the cold
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The World Cup carnival arrived in New York on Saturday, but it was drowned out by the city's fervor over the hometown …
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Vinicius earns Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup opener
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Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant equaliser for Brazil in a 1-1 draw with Morocco on Saturday as the five-time World …
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Hurricanes say Chiefs favourites for Super Rugby final
Jun 13 2026
Coach Clark Laidlaw says his Wellington Hurricanes will be underdogs in the Super Rugby final against the Waikato Chiefs …
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Ancelotti and Brazil face tough opening test at World Cup
Jun 13 2026
Five-time winners Brazil roll into the World Cup on Saturday when they play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco in one …
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Qatar earn first ever World Cup point with late goal
Jun 13 2026
Qatar earned the first World Cup point in their history when they stunned Switzerland with a late equaliser to grab a …
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Japan coach sorry for 'hurt' after ending Endo's World Cup dream
Jun 13 2026
Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu on Saturday described Wataru Endo as "hurt" and apologised after torpedoing the captain's …
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Racing penetrate Pau fortress to reach Top 14 semis
Jun 13 2026
Racing 92 upset Pau 33-31 on Saturday to qualify for the Top 14 semi-finals and a clash against champions Toulouse in …
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Intensity key to US dream World Cup start, says captain Ream
Jun 13 2026
United States captain Tim Ream told AFP an "intense" training camp was vital to his team's dream World Cup start, as a …
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Dominant Australia beat South Africa in Women's T20 World Cup
Jun 13 2026
Australia cruised to a 65-run win against South Africa in their opening Women's T20 World Cup match on Saturday.
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'I'm back!': Raducanu to face Vekic in Queen's Club final
Jun 13 2026
Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu said that she is back to her best after the British star won twice in the space of …
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NBA star Harden arrested in Texas on misdemeanor gun charge
Jun 13 2026
Former NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden was arrested Saturday in Houston, Texas, on a misdemeanor charge of …
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Kane hails England preparation as squad arrives at base camp
Jun 13 2026
Harry Kane said England had enjoyed "great preparation" ahead of their World Cup campaign as the squad touched down in …
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Raducanu to face Vekic in Queen's Club final
Jun 13 2026
Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu will face Croatia's Donna Vekic in the Queen's Club final after the British star …
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Raya relaxed despite Spain goalkeeper debate
Jun 13 2026
David Raya believes Spain "are in good hands" no matter who starts the World Cup in goal as he battles with Unai Simon …
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Gill, bowlers power India to win over Afghanistan in rain-hit ODI
Jun 13 2026
Skipper Shubman Gill's unbeaten 84 and inspired bowling led India to an emphatic seven-wicket win over Afghanistan in a …
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Going back to basics helped Russell feel like himself again
Jun 13 2026
George Russell returned to an approach that suits him well as he claimed pole position for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand …
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US authorities hunt stolen England World Cup gear
Jun 13 2026
Kansas City mayor Quinton Lucas said officials at "local, state and federal levels" were investigating after World Cup …
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Del Toro wins Auvergne Tour stage but Tuckwell retains lead
Jun 13 2026
Mexican Isaac del Toro won Saturday's seventh stage of the Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes to close in on overall leader Luke …
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Russell back in 'the groove' as he takes pole for Barcelona Grand Prix
Jun 13 2026
George Russell of Mercedes claimed pole position for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix after a thrilling end to the …
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Toyota makes early pace as BMW and Cadillac challenge at Le Mans
Jun 13 2026
What promised to be a hyper-competitive hypercar class in the 24 hours of Le Mans started with a flurry of overtaking …
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Serena Williams teams up with Muchova in Berlin doubles
Jun 13 2026
US tennis great Serena Williams, on the comeback trail nearly four years after retiring, will partner Czech Karolina …
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Gurbaz hits ton but Afghanistan 194 all out in rain-hit India ODI
Jun 13 2026
Afghanistan opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz hit an attacking century but India bowled out the opposition for 194 in a …
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US qualifier Montgomery to meet Krejcikova in s'Hertogenbosch final
Jun 13 2026
US qualifier Robin Montgomery upset Australian Ajla Tomljanovic to advance to the final of the s'Hertogenbosch grass …
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Ghana protests to Canada after player Partey is denied visa for World Cup
Jun 13 2026
Ghana said Saturday it has formally lodged a protest over Canada's refusal to issue a visa for the World Cup to player …
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Brazil enter the fray at the World Cup
Jun 13 2026
Five-time winners Brazil roll into the World Cup on Saturday when they play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco in one …
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Russell leads way in final Barcelona F1 practice
Jun 13 2026
George Russell built confidence ahead of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix by topping the timesheets in the final …
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Pallister caps stellar Australian trials with 1500m victory
Jun 13 2026
A dominant Lani Pallister swept to victory in the 1500m freestyle at the Australian trials on Saturday to cap a marquee …
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Women's cricket showpiece can co-exist with football World Cup, says ICC chief
Jun 13 2026
International Cricket Council chief executive Sanjog Gupta, insists the Women's T20 World Cup can "co-exist" with the …
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New Zealand call up Young to replace retiring Williamson
Jun 13 2026
Batsman Will Young was drafted into the New Zealand Test squad on Saturday in place of Kane Williamson, who called time …
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Hurricanes thrash Blues to charge into Super Rugby final
Jun 13 2026
The Wellington Hurricanes powered clear in the second half to crush the Auckland Blues 57-21 on Saturday, setting up a …
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USA launch World Cup with Paraguay rout, Canada snatch draw
Jun 13 2026
The United States launched their home World Cup in emphatic fashion Friday, thrashing Paraguay 4-1 with a perfectly …
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Net twice and chill: US star Balogun relaxed after brace
Jun 13 2026
He netted twice on his World Cup debut but US striker Folarin Balogun is not about to celebrate wildly, telling …
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US police probe theft of England training equipment
Jun 13 2026
England's World Cup preparations have been hit by the theft of equipment ahead of the squad's arrival at their Kansas …
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An Astronaut, movie stars and a knight: US brings glitz for WC opener
Jun 13 2026
The World Cup arrived in the United States on Friday in a blizzard of celebrity and glamour, with Los Angeles pulling …
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World Cup underway in United States and the winner is Freddy
Jun 13 2026
The World Cup is officially underway in the United States and the biggest breakout star is...Freddy.
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US beat Paraguay 4-1 in dream start for World Cup co-hosts
Jun 13 2026
The United States could scarcely have scripted a better start to their World Cup as a Folarin Balogun brace and Gio …
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NSW Waratahs centre O'Donnell suspended for doping violation
Jun 13 2026
Rising NSW Waratahs centre Henry O'Donnell is serving an 18-month suspension for violating anti-doping rules, the club …
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Mboko to miss Wimbledon, hopes to play doubles with Serena again
Jun 13 2026
Victoria Mboko says she will miss the rest of the grass court tennis season with a knee injury but hopes to resume her …
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USGA aims to keep control as US Open returns to Shinnecock
Jun 13 2026
After organizers "lost the course" and desperately watered greens between groups in the past two US Opens at Shinnecock, …
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Scheffler seeks career Slam with US Open win at Shinnecock
Jun 13 2026
World number one Scottie Scheffler will try to become the seventh golfer to complete the career Grand Slam by winning …
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Crusaders coach Penney admits 'magnificent' Chiefs too good
Jun 13 2026
Departing coach Rob Penney expects his Canterbury Crusaders to bounce back next year after the 13-time Super Rugby …
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World Cup begins in USA with Hollywood-style opening ceremony
Jun 13 2026
The World Cup arrived in the United States on Friday with a Hollywood-style opening ceremony before the tournament's …
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World Cup venues scrub branding, get new names for tournament
Jun 12 2026
Fans tuning in for the first 2026 World Cup game on US soil Friday night might be a bit confused: why had they never …
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USA start World Cup bid with first game on home soil since 1994
Jun 12 2026
The United States launch their World Cup challenge on Friday, taking on Paraguay in the first game in the tournament on …
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Ancelotti warns Brazil can compete with anyone at World Cup
Jun 12 2026
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti said on Friday that the five-time World Cup winners have a team capable of competing with …
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Canada draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina to earn first-ever World Cup point
Jun 12 2026
Co-hosts Canada grabbed a second-half equalizer to draw 1-1 with Bosnia and Herzegovina in Toronto on Friday, earning …
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Ohtani held out of Dodgers lineup with sore knee
Jun 12 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani was out of the lineup against the White Sox in Chicago on Friday, a day …
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Wyatt-Hodge inspires England rout of Sri Lanka in Women's T20 World Cup opener
Jun 12 2026
England made a flying start to the Women's T20 World Cup as Danni Wyatt-Hodge's blistering century inspired an 87-run …
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Partey refused entry to Canada for Ghana's World Cup opener
Jun 12 2026
Thomas Partey, who is facing trial in Britain on rape charges, will miss Ghana's World Cup opener against Panama after …
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'Really cool' - Anunoby's low-key response to tip-in frenzy
Jun 12 2026
OG Anunoby, who sent New York into a frenzy with a game-winning tip-in that put the Knicks on the brink of the NBA …
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Van Gils claims Auvergne Tour stage as Tuckwell moves into overall lead
Jun 12 2026
Belgian Maxim Van Gils won the mountainous sixth stage of the Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes on Friday as his Australian …
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