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Hurdles record-breaker Tharp says 'sky's the limit'
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Newly minted 110m hurdles world record holder Ja'Kobe Tharp says the "sky's the limit" as he prepares to return to …
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Salah says 'had to do it' after coolest of penalties in World Cup win
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A nerveless Mohamed Salah said he decided only at the last moment to chip in his penalty under massive pressure to help …
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England seek end to Australia agony in Women's World Cup final
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Nat Sciver-Brunt has promised England will go "toe-to-toe" with Australia in the Women’s T20 World Cup final at Lord's …
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Australia's Popovic on defensive as gamble fails in World Cup exit
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Australia coach Tony Popovic defended his decision to switch goalkeepers for the penalty shootout that they ultimately …
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Maiden ton for Udara as Sri Lanka pile on the runs in 2nd Test
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Lahiru Udara made the most of an unexpected opportunity, stroking a magnificent 188 in leading Sri Lanka to 338 for five …
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Wimbledon day 5: Who said what
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Key quotes from the fifth day of Wimbledon at the All England Club on Friday:
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Norway pin hopes on Haaland against Brazil in World Cup last 16
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Erling Haaland has feasted on defences throughout the World Cup, and Norway will need their talismanic striker at his …
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Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
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Mohamed Salah scored the coolest of penalties as Egypt made history by beating Australia 4-2 on spot-kicks to reach the …
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Egypt down Australia to reach World Cup last 16, Cape Verde face Messi
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Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to win a World Cup knockout match for the first time on Friday as tiny Cape Verde …
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England's Rashford unfazed by high-altitude Mexico World Cup test
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Marcus Rashford said England were unfazed by the prospect of facing Mexico at the high-altitude Azteca Stadium despite …
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France braced for extreme heat threat in World Cup clash with Paraguay
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France coach Didier Deschamps promised Friday his team would be able to adapt to the potential impact of extreme weather …
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Title rivals Djokovic and Sinner advance at Wimbledon
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Novak Djokovic earned another slice of Wimbledon history as the seven-time winner advanced to the fourth round, while …
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LeBron's agent makes case for 10 new clubs for 41-year-old star
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Rich Paul, the agent for NBA superstar LeBron James, said Monday his 41-year-old client has 10 realistic destinations …
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England v Mexico World Cup kickoff could be moved earlier: source
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England's World Cup last-16 match against Mexico on Sunday could be moved to an earlier kickoff time due to the risk of …
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Postecoglou links up with Ronaldo at Al Nassr
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Former Tottenham coach Ange Postecoglou has joined Al Nassr on a two-year deal, linking up with star forward Cristiano …
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Sabalenka sets up Wimbledon last-16 clash with Osaka
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World number one Aryna Sabalenka stepped up her bid for a maiden Wimbledon title with an impressive straight-sets …
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Williams sisters return, Swiatek faces Eala test at Wimbledon
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Serena and Venus Williams team up in the women's doubles at Wimbledon on Saturday for the first time since winning their …
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'Ecstatic' Hamilton rolls back the years with Silverstone pole
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A beaming Lewis Hamilton rolled back the years with a vintage display for Ferrari at Silverstone on Friday as he topped …
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Hamilton beats Antonelli to British GP sprint pole with supreme lap
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Lewis Hamilton claimed pole position for Saturday's sprint race at the British Grand Prix with a supreme qualifying lap …
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French Top 14 champions Toulouse fined for salary cap breaches
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Toulouse, who have just won their fourth straight French title, have been fined 2.88 million euros (3.3mn dollars) for …
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Record-equalling Djokovic powers into Wimbledon last 16
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Novak Djokovic equalled Roger Federer's record for most match wins at Wimbledon as the seven-time champion battled past …
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Dressed for success: Osaka reaches Wimbledon last 16 for first time
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Naomi Osaka vowed to extend her Wimbledon fashion show after the Japanese star ended her long wait to reach the fourth …
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Ferrari confirm Hamilton staying next year
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Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur on Friday quelled speculation when he confirmed that seven-time world champion Lewis …
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Ruthless Sinner powers into Wimbledon last 16
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Defending champion Jannik Sinner powered into the Wimbledon fourth round on Friday with a ruthless 6-4, 6-3, 6-4 win …
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England's Kane feels 'as good as ever' ahead of Mexico World Cup clash
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Harry Kane says he feels "as good as I've ever felt" as he hunts more World Cup goals for England to extend his …
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French Top 14 champions Toulouse fined for salary breaches
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Toulouse, who have just won their fourth straight French title, have been fined 2.88 million euros (3.3mn dollars) for …
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Stokes bids farewell to fans after 'mad 15 years'
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Ben Stokes posted one last farewell to international cricket on Friday, thanking fans and team-mates alike for a "mad 15 …
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Doubles not a 'carnival sideshow' say players amid schedule row
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Leading doubles players have slammed the ATP Tour for trying to ruin their specialist skill as a "viable profession" …
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Australia upbeat about 'ultimate professional' Perry's fitness for World Cup final
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Australia are increasingly optimistic that "ultimate professional" Ellyse Perry will be fit for the Women's T20 World …
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Ayuso happy to fly under radar at Tour de France
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Spanish climber Juan Ayuso said on Friday that he is happy to shun the limelight as he begins his quest for a Tour de …
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Dutch FA to sue over racist slurs after World Cup exit
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The Dutch Football Association (KNVB) said Friday it had filed a complaint to the public prosecutor over racist messages …
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David v Goliath as Cape Verde face Messi's Argentina at World Cup
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A classic David versus Goliath encounter will take centre stage at the World Cup on Friday as tiny Cape Verde face …
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Curran ready to fill England gap left by Stokes exit
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Sam Curran said Friday he is ready to fill the huge gap left in England's Test side by the international retirement of …
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Djokovic has history on the line at Wimbledon
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Novak Djokovic can earn his latest slice of Wimbledon history with a third-round win on Friday, while Jannik Sinner and …
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Tour de France to start with team time-trial 'bang'
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Former Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas said he wants his Netcompany Ineos team to "start with a bang" when the …
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Hamilton sparkles in Silverstone sunshine
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Lewis Hamilton, a record nine-time winner at Silverstone, topped the free practice at the British Grand Prix fo Ferrari …
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Bayern sign Germany defender Brown until 2031
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Bayern Munich on Friday announced Germany defender Nathaniel Brown has joined the club from Eintracht Frankfurt on a …
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Dean says Australia final a 'fresh start' for England
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England off-spinner Charlie Dean believes previous failures against Australia will count for little when they face their …
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Wimbledon giving Serena 'as much time' as possible for doubles
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Wimbledon organisers are giving Serena Williams "as much time" as possible to get fit to play the doubles event …
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Klopp in 'talks' for Germany job after Nagelsmann exit: federation
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Jurgen Klopp has told the German FA (DFB) he is "fundamentally willing" to take over as Germany coach after Julian …
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Move over, Messi! Robot footballers thrill crowds in South Korea
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Thirty seconds before kick-off, humanoid robot footballers in red and blue jerseys await the referee's signal in the …
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Mbappe's French juggernaut face Paraguay, eye World Cup quarter-finals
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Kylian Mbappe's France have been the outstanding team so far at this World Cup and will be expected to get the better of …
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Nagelsmann quits as Germany coach after World Cup exit: reports
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Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has resigned following his team's shock last-32 exit from the World Cup at the hands of …
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Wallabies riding wave of patriotic support against Ireland
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Skipper Harry Wilson said Friday Australia will look to feed off a wave of patriotic sporting fever sweeping the country …
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All Blacks return to Christchurch 'a blessing', says Savea
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All Blacks captain Ardie Savea said Friday it was a "blessing" to see how Christchurch has recovered 15 years after a …
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Wimbledon clings onto fashion traditions, with a twist
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Amid fast-changing fashion trends, Wimbledon has remained a bastion of "classy" style, with players and attendees …
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'Coincidence of life' says Ronaldo after Jota tribute a year from death
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Cristiano Ronaldo said it was a "coincidence of life" that Portugal's World Cup last-16 win against Croatia on Thursday …
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China sports brands score NBA stars to assist global ambitions
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NBA star Kyrie Irving walked out onto a basketball court in southwest China to rapturous applause, his brightly coloured …
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'Inspired millions': Modric praised as World Cup career appears at end
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Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic and Portugal's Roberto Martinez paid tribute on Thursday to Luka Modric, who almost certainly …
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VAR 'taking joy' from football says Croatia coach Dalic after loss
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Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic said VAR is taking "the joy out of football" after seeing his team have a stoppage time …
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Japan face Italy without banned coach Jones
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Banned Japan coach Eddie Jones will be absent as his team begin their Nations Championship campaign in Tokyo on Saturday …
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Ronaldo, Portugal advance after VAR drama to set up Spain showdown
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Portugal battled into the last 16 of the World Cup with a drama-filled 2-1 victory over Croatia on Thursday to set up a …
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Portugal advance in World Cup thanks to last-gasp Ramos winner
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Substitute Goncalo Ramos's headed goal edged Portugal into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday after Croatia were …
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Farrell flattery primes Ireland for Australia clash
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Ireland coach Andy Farrell insists Australia can beat any team in world rugby, but the Wallabies' recent history points …
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Mission impossible? England take the World Cup high road against Mexico
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England will travel to Mexico for Sunday's World Cup last-16 match knowing they face a huge altitude problem but …
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Spain ease past Austria with 3-0 World Cup win
Jul 02 2026
Spain coasted past Austria and into the World Cup last 16 on Thursday, thoroughly outclassing their opponents in a 3-0 …
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Ghana have 'duty to Africa' to progress at World Cup, says Queiroz
Jul 02 2026
Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz said Thursday it was his team's "duty" to ensure another African side reached the World Cup …
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'I was just missing a goal,' says Spain's Yamal
Jul 02 2026
Spain star Lamine Yamal said Thursday he was delighted with his team's performance in their 3-0 win in the World Cup …
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Messi meeting the "game of our lives", says Cape Verde coach
Jul 02 2026
Cape Verde head coach Bubista said a showdown against Argentina and Lionel Messi will be the "match of our lives" but …
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France's Barcola expecting physical Paraguay clash at World Cup
Jul 02 2026
France forward Bradley Barcola warned on Thursday that Paraguay would bring a physical approach when the sides meet in …
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Sciver-Brunt and Knight send England into Women's T20 World Cup final
Jul 02 2026
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt led from the front on her return from injury with a superb 75 in a 40-run Women's T20 …
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Scaloni warns Argentina that Cape Verde success 'no accident'
Jul 02 2026
Cape Verde's stunning progress to the World Cup knockout stages is "no accident" said Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni as …
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Spain power into last 16 at World Cup, Portugal face Croatia
Jul 02 2026
European champions Spain cruised into the last 16 of the World Cup on Thursday with a dominant 3-0 win over Austria to …
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Emotional Dimitrov enjoys redemptive Wimbledon win over Mensik
Jul 02 2026
Twelve months after the most painful loss of his career, Grigor Dimitrov wept tears of joy after a cathartic Wimbledon …
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Endrick says versatility could help Brazil against Norway
Jul 02 2026
Brazil forward Endrick highlighted his versatility on Thursday as a potential asset against Norway should Carlo …
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Rubio says USA 'screwed' by World Cup red card
Jul 02 2026
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday his country's World Cup team had been "screwed" and called for an appeal …
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Former Celtics star Brown in shock over trade to 76ers
Jul 02 2026
Jaylen Brown, who helped Boston capture an NBA title in 2024, says he's "still processing" his shock trade to the …
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Superb Swiatek, Zverev cruise into Wimbledon last 32
Jul 02 2026
Iga Swiatek put a stuttering start to her Wimbledon title defence firmly behind her by powering to a statement …
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US coach Pochettino '200% Argentine' but embraces Americana
Jul 02 2026
Mauricio Pochettino may be "200 percent Argentine" but the US coach has thrown himself into American culture, joyfully …
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Sciver-Brunt and Knight take England to 169-5 in South Africa semi-final
Jul 02 2026
England captains present and past combined to telling effect as Nat Sciver-Brunt and Heather Knight rescued the hosts …
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Prosecutors can review Woods medical records in DUI case: judge
Jul 02 2026
Prosecutors in Tiger Woods's driving under the influence case will be able to review the golf superstar's hospital …
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Pogacar expects Vingegaard Tour de France battle to last 'years'
Jul 02 2026
Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar said on Thursday that his rivalry with Jonas Vingegaard is pushing both riders "to …
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Rangers boss McInnes ready to be 'patient' during transfer window
Jul 02 2026
Rangers manager Derek McInnes said he would be "patient" in his quest to bring in new players to Ibrox during the …
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Ovechkin returning to Caps for 22nd NHL season
Jul 02 2026
Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, will return for a 22nd season with the Washington Capitals, the …
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Wimbledon day 4: Who said what
Jul 02 2026
Key quotes from the fourth day of Wimbledon at the All England Club on Thursday:
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Djokovic has history in his sights at Wimbledon
Jul 02 2026
Novak Djokovic can move another step closer to history at Wimbledon in the third round on Friday.
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Hamilton gives F1 a piece of his mind over Lego cars
Jul 02 2026
Lewis Hamilton on Thursday said he planned to boycott a Formula One sponsorship stunt involving Lego cars in a parade …
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Faster than Mbappe: Australia flyer Bos races into World Cup conversation
Jul 02 2026
Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are two of the quickest players around -- but when it comes to pure speed they have a …
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Eala writes history for Philippines in 'electric' Wimbledon atmosphere
Jul 02 2026
Alexandra Eala became the first player from the Philippines to reach the third round of a Grand Slam in the Open era, …
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Wolff urges 'perspective' as Russell chases Mercedes' teammate Antonelli
Jul 02 2026
Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff on Thursday urged George Russell to dump his emotions and remain cool and balanced ahead …
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Zverev routs Royer to reach Wimbledon third round
Jul 02 2026
French Open champion Alexander Zverev swept into the Wimbledon third round with a 6-1, 6-3, 7-6 (7/3) win against …
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Hamilton cools fans Ferrari fervour
Jul 02 2026
Lewis Hamilton on Thursday dampened his fans’ enthusiasm and downplayed his chances of winning his home British Grand …
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Klopp poised to replace Nagelsmann as Germany coach: reports
Jul 02 2026
Julian Nagelsmann is reportedly set to be sacked as Germany coach, tabloid Bild reported Thursday, with former Liverpool …
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Desire key to Pogacar dominance, says former Tour king Froome
Jul 02 2026
Tadej Pogacar will keep winning the Tour de France for many more years, as long as he retains his "desire and drive", …
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Superb Swiatek storms into Wimbledon last 32, Zverev waits
Jul 02 2026
Iga Swiatek put a stuttering start to her Wimbledon title defence firmly behind her by powering to a statement …
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Lock Alemanno to make 100th Pumas appearance against Scotland
Jul 02 2026
Second-row Matias Alemanno will become the fifth player to play 100 games for Argentina when they face Scotland in the …
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Anderson closes in on record Man City move
Jul 02 2026
England midfielder Elliot Anderson will move to Manchester City from Nottingham Forest following his return from the …
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England change five for South Africa Test
Jul 02 2026
England have changed five of the starters that lost a Six Nations thriller against France four months ago for a Nations …
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Former top jockey Dettori breaks ribs in car crash
Jul 02 2026
Former leading jockey Frankie Dettori sustained several broken ribs and a broken thumb after being involved in a road …
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Swiatek, Zverev aiming to lay down Wimbledon markers
Jul 02 2026
Iga Swiatek will be hoping to put a stuttering start to her Wimbledon title defence behind her on Thursday, as Alexander …
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Rees-Zammit returns to wing as Wales face Fiji
Jul 02 2026
Louis Rees-Zammit is back on the wing for Wales's Nations Championship opener against Fiji in Cardiff on Saturday.
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Former Arsenal, Spain midfielder Cazorla retires
Jul 02 2026
Former Arsenal and Spain playmaker Santi Cazorla retired from football at the age of 41 on Thursday after more than two …
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Spain, Portugal eye World Cup last 16
Jul 02 2026
European champions Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal aim to book their places in the last 16 of the World Cup on …
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Uruguay veteran Cavani quits Boca Juniors
Jul 02 2026
Veteran Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani has announced his departure from Boca Juniors after three years.
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West Ham's Fernandes joins Spurs
Jul 02 2026
West Ham's Portugal midfielder Mateus Fernandes has joined Spurs after the Hammers' relegation from the Premier League, …
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Italy name two debutants to face Japan in Nations Championship opener
Jul 02 2026
Italy on Thursday named debutants Alessandro Ortombina and Malik Faissal to start against Japan in their Nations …
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France recall record try scorer Penaud for All Blacks Test
Jul 02 2026
France recalled their record try scorer Damian Penaud on Thursday for their Nations Championship clash with New Zealand …
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Wallabies' Schmidt rules out another coaching job
Jul 02 2026
Outgoing Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt Thursday said he had no ambition to do the same job for another national side once …
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'Outstanding' Love to start at fly-half for All Blacks against France
Jul 02 2026
Ruben Love was given the nod on Thursday to start at fly-half against France as new All Blacks coach Dave Rennie named …
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Campbell back from four years in Wallabies wilderness to face Ireland
Jul 02 2026
Australia coach Joe Schmidt Thursday praised Jock Campbell's resilience after he was recalled from four years in the …
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Farrell names Leinster-heavy Ireland side to face Wallabies
Jul 02 2026
Ireland coach Andy Farrell rewarded Sam Prendergast for his stellar club form by picking him as playmaker for their …
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Ruben Love earns All Blacks fly-half jersey for France Test
Jul 02 2026
Ruben Love has been given the All Blacks fly-half reins in Dave Rennie's first New Zealand Test squad named Thursday to …
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