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From beach to Bulls: relaxed Tsunoda savours rare F1 drive
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Japanese Formula One driver Yuki Tsunoda was relaxing on the beach when he got the call he had been "dying" for: the …
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Max Verstappen: Natural-born winner
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Max Verstappen can be abrasive and is not to everyone's taste but there's no doubt that everyone is in awe of the …
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Van Dijk urges Liverpool to make amends for 'unacceptable' season
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Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk has challenged his side to make amends for their "unacceptable" performances last …
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'Simply lovely': Verstappen signs new Red Bull contract until 2030
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Four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull until the end of 2030, the …
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All Blacks replace Tuipulotu with Holland for Springboks Test
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New Zealand have made one change to the team that beat Ireland last month for the first of four Tests against world …
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Rain delays start of second day's play in England-Pakistan opener
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England's bid to strengthen their grip on the first Test against Pakistan was halted by bad weather as rain delayed the …
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Mercedes and Max: What to watch as F1 returns for Dutch GP
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Formula One is back after its summer break, with every sign the championship could go down to the wire as the chasing …
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Verstappen signs new Red Bull contract until 2030: team
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Four-time Formula One world champion Max Verstappen has signed a new contract with Red Bull until the end of 2030, the …
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Australia coach Walters heading to St Helens after World Cup
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Australia coach Kevin Walters will leave the role to take over at English Super League powerhouse St Helens after the …
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Fallout far-reaching for Australian Rules after latest scandal
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An alcohol-fuelled scandal swirling around a top Australian Rules team has been splashed across newspaper front pages as …
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Top seeds Sabalenka, Zverev stunned in Cincinnati fourth round
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Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Alexander Zverev crashed out of the Cincinnati Masters in a matter of hours on a rainy …
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Messi scores first goal since father's death in Miami draw
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Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death but Inter Miami had to settle for a 2-2 Major League Soccer …
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Messi scores first goal since father's death
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Lionel Messi scored his first goal since his father's death, pointing to the sky in tribute, but Inter Miami had to …
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PSG start Ligue 1 defence with eye on Champions League hat-trick
AFP - 8h ago
Paris Saint-Germain kick off their Ligue 1 campaign as overwhelming favourites to win a sixth successive title, but will …
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Arsenal can become world's best club: Arteta
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Mikel Arteta has warned Arsenal's rivals that he plans to build the Premier League champions into the "best club in the …
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Japan's King Kazu, 59, scores twice from spot to make cup history
AFP - 9h ago
Kazuyoshi Miura scored twice from the penalty spot as the 59-year-old striker became the oldest goalscorer in the …
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Mourinho begins second Real Madrid reign with Barca in his sights
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Jose Mourinho's second spell at Real Madrid begins in Barcelona this weekend in La Liga, although at Espanyol rather …
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Top seed Zverev bundled out by Paul in rain-hit Cincinnati upset
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Tommy Paul saved a match point on the way to a 4-6, 7-6 (8/6), 6-4 upset of top seed Alexander Zverev on Wednesday to …
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WADA pledges vigilance on Russian athletes ahead of 2028 Olympics
Aug 19 2026
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) director general told AFP Wednesday that the organization will "be vigilant" in …
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Duran double edges Celtic closer to Champions League
Aug 19 2026
Scottish champions Celtic closed in on a place in the Champions League with a comprehensive 3-0 win over LASK Linz in …
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Lee, Baena guide Atletico to opening Liga win over Malaga
Aug 19 2026
Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena's superb strikes helped Atletico Madrid kick off their La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over …
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Cobolli halts Jodar to reach Cincinnati quarter-finals
Aug 19 2026
Roland Garros finalist Flavio Cobolli labored two and a half hours to engineer a turnaround, finally overhauling red-hot …
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Robinson and Tongue share match ball after dismissing Pakistan
Aug 19 2026
England's Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue shared both the wickets and the match ball as they joined forces to bowl out …
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McIlroy questions LIV stars 'value' as talk of PGA return builds
Aug 19 2026
Rory McIlroy on Wednesday questioned whether Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm had ever "brought value" to LIV Golf, as the …
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Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan collapse in England opener
Aug 19 2026
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five wickets apiece as England made a strong start to the post-Bazball era by …
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PSG Ligue 1 opener moved over state of Parc des Princes pitch
Aug 19 2026
Paris Saint-Germain's opening match of their Ligue 1 title defence has been moved to scheduled visitors Rennes' Roazhon …
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All Blacks must get 'everything right' to beat Springboks, says legend Fitzpatrick
Aug 19 2026
Sean Fitzpatrick, captain of the only New Zealand team to win a Test series in South Africa, told AFP on Wednesday the …
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Golden Shoe winner Kane hopes for Ballon d'Or after 'best season ever'
Aug 19 2026
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has set his sights on the Ballon d'Or after receiving his second European Golden Shoe …
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Robinson and Tongue star as Pakistan all out for 171 in England opener
Aug 19 2026
Ollie Robinson and Josh Tongue took five apiece wickets as England made a strong start to the post-Bazball era by …
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Coventry have survival inspiration says Lampard
Aug 19 2026
Frank Lampard has challenged Coventry to follow his survival blueprint as the Sky Blues prepare for their first Premier …
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Bayern's Hoeness 'speechless' after second Musiala collapse
Aug 19 2026
Honorary Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness said Wednesday he was "speechless" after Jamal Musiala's second on-field …
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Reijnders leaves Man City for Saudi's Al Qadsiah
Aug 19 2026
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders completed a move from Manchester City to Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah on …
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Referees chief Webb wants clamp-down on Premier League set-piece grappling
Aug 19 2026
Premier League clubs have been warned to expect a tougher stance from officials on grappling and holding at set-pieces …
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Robinson makes history as Pakistan collapse against England
Aug 19 2026
Ollie Robinson became the first man to take a wicket with the first ball of a Test series in England as the recalled …
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Alvarez can win back Atletico fans in two games: club chief
Aug 19 2026
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo said Wednesday wantaway striker Julian Alvarez can win over the club's fans in …
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Arsenal agree to sign Villa defender Konsa: reports
Aug 19 2026
Arsenal have agreed to sign England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth at least £50 million ($68 …
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Sainz signs new contract with F1 team Williams
Aug 19 2026
Carlos Sainz signed a "multi-year" contract extension with Formula One team Williams on Wednesday to quash speculation …
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Playing at Real Madrid 'not for everyone': Bernardo Silva
Aug 19 2026
Bernardo Silva said playing for Real Madrid "is not for everyone" after the Portugal midfielder was presented by the …
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Senior FIFA official withdraws support from embattled Infantino
Aug 19 2026
One of FIFA's vice presidents has withdrawn his support from the world football body's embattled president Gianni …
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Lawson replaces injured Hadjar for Red Bull at Dutch GP
Aug 19 2026
Red Bull's Isack Hadjar has withdrawn from the Dutch Grand Prix due to injury and will be replaced on the grid by Liam …
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Kyrgios admits 'huge mistake' after failing test for cocaine
Aug 19 2026
Australian tennis star Nick Kyrgios said on Wednesday he had made "a huge mistake" after he was provisionally suspended …
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Reijnders leaves Man City for Saudi's Al Qadsiah: source
Aug 19 2026
Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders has arrived in Saudi Arabia after completing a move from Manchester City to Al …
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Leeds sign Swiss defender Elvedi from Monchengladbach
Aug 19 2026
Leeds signed Switzerland defender Nico Elvedi from Borussia Monchengladbach on Wednesday in a deal worth a reported £8.5 …
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Arsenal chief expects Arteta to sign new contract 'very shortly'
Aug 19 2026
Mikel Arteta will sign a new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal "very shortly", the club's chief executive …
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Robinson double rocks Pakistan in first Test before rain stops play
Aug 19 2026
England bowler Ollie Robinson took a wicket with the first ball of the match as his double strike left Pakistan reeling …
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Injury-plagued Pogba released by Monaco
Aug 19 2026
Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has been released by Monaco after a single season, in a move …
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Japan target record medal haul at home Asian Games
Aug 19 2026
Japan are aiming to win more medals than ever before at their home Asian Games next month in Nagoya, chef de mission …
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England bowl against Pakistan in first Test of post-Bazball era
Aug 19 2026
England captain Joe Root won the toss and elected to field in the first Test against Pakistan at Headingley on …
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Villa sign Japanese 'keeper Suzuki, Italian defender Ruggeri
Aug 19 2026
Aston Villa announced on Wednesday they have signed Japan international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki and Italian defender …
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Suthar shines as India crush Sri Lanka in 600th Test
Aug 19 2026
Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar finished with 10 wickets as India thrashed Sri Lanka by 165 runs in the first Test in …
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Japanese 'keeper Suzuki signs for Aston Villa
Aug 19 2026
Aston Villa announced on Wednesday they have signed Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, which could hasten the departure of …
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Paul Pogba to be released by Monaco: club
Aug 19 2026
Former Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba will be released by Monaco after a series of injuries, the …
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India four wickets away from victory in Sri Lanka Test
Aug 19 2026
India closed on victory in the opening Test after striking twice to reduce Sri Lanka to 175-6 at lunch on the final day …
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Bowling great Donald warns Bangladesh that Australia will hit back hard
Aug 19 2026
South African bowling great Allan Donald has urged Bangladesh to resist any temptation to play for a draw in the second …
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Aussie Rules club suspends five players for drinking, bringing women to hotel
Aug 19 2026
Top Australian Rules side the Sydney Swans suspended five players on Wednesday for late-night drinking and bringing …
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Five Premier League stars to watch this season
Aug 19 2026
The new Premier League season kicks off on Friday, setting the stage for a galaxy of stars to shine in the 2026-27 …
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Ikitau, Suaalii named in Australia squad for Argentina Tests
Aug 19 2026
Star Wallabies centres Len Ikitau and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii were named Wednesday in coach Les Kiss's squad for the …
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Aussie Rules club suspends five players amid police probe
Aug 19 2026
Top Australian Rules side the Sydney Swans suspended five players on Wednesday without giving a reason, after police …
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No.1 Sabalenka slams Wang to advance at Cincinnati
Aug 19 2026
Aryna Sabalenka unleashed her big game with devastating effect on Tuesday, hammering China's Wang Xinyu 6-1, 6-3 to …
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No.1 Sabalenka slams Wang to power ahead in Cincinnati
Aug 19 2026
Aryna Sabalenka unleashed her big game with devastating effect on Tuesday, hammering China's Wang Xinyu 6-1, 6-3 to …
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Beleaguered FIFA chief Infantino rids himself of critic Lamour
Aug 19 2026
Embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino will hope the departure of Kevin Lamour does not spark damaging revelations …
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Bezos consortium bought nearly 40 percent of Liverpool: report
Aug 19 2026
A consortium including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos bought close to 40 percent of Premier League giants Liverpool, the …
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Gauff finds a way into the Cincinnati fourth round
Aug 18 2026
Coco Gauff needed to battle following a sizzling first set on Tuesday to complete a 6-1, 7-6 (7/3) victory over Ann Li …
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Bayern's Musiala reveals 'neurological disorder' after on-field collapse
Aug 18 2026
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala said he is suffering from a neurological disorder after a second on-field …
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Rodri joins La Liga champions Barcelona from Manchester City
Aug 18 2026
Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri said he was ready to "feel that excitement again" after completing his move to …
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Venus, Stephens, Monfils named among US Open wild cards
Aug 18 2026
Former US Open women's singles champions Venus Williams and Sloane Stephens were among the players to receive US Open …
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Vieira appointed Senegal head coach after World Cup disappointment
Aug 18 2026
Senegal have appointed France's 1998 World Cup winner Patrick Vieira as head coach, the country's football federation …
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Root adamant England don't need 'huge change' to Bazball style
Aug 18 2026
England captain Joe Root is wary of "ripping up" their Bazball blueprint, but hopes his experience can help the team …
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F1's Albon re-signs with Williams for 2027
Aug 18 2026
Formula One constructor Williams announced Tuesday it was extending the contract of driver Alex Albon for next season.
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India close on victory in first Test against Sri Lanka
Aug 18 2026
India took a big step towards victory in the first Test in Galle on Tuesday after their bowlers reduced Sri Lanka, …
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Four-time champion Roglic to ride Vuelta after training crash
Aug 18 2026
Four-time champion Primoz Roglic is fit to take part in the Vuelta a Espana, less than a month after being involved in a …
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Bayern's Musiala returns to training after on-field collapse
Aug 18 2026
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala is training alone after tests following his collapse on the pitch during …
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Kane confirms Bayern extension talks set to start
Aug 18 2026
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has said he is set to start negotiations to extend his contract with the Bundesliga …
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Pant fastest to 100 sixes as India set Sri Lanka 372 to win first Test
Aug 18 2026
Rishabh Pant became the fastest player to hit 100 sixes in Test cricket and helped India set Sri Lanka a stiff target of …
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Rift deepens as Asia football chief hits back at Qatar in Infantino saga
Aug 18 2026
A damaging split within Asian football deepened Tuesday as the region's top official hit back at a Qatari challenge over …
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India extend lead to 294 in first Sri Lanka Test
Aug 18 2026
India tightened their grip on the first Test against Sri Lanka, reaching 116-4 at lunch to extend their lead to 294 runs …
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Racist abuse spurred Suzuki as Japan goalkeeper set for Premier League
Aug 18 2026
Zion Suzuki has had to overcome costly mistakes and racist abuse on the way to becoming the most expensive Japanese …
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Williams sisters fall at Cincinnati while Zverev advances
Aug 18 2026
Serena and Venus Williams lost in their first doubles match together since 2022 while men's top seed Alexander Zverev …
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Australian cricketer Warner ordered to use breathalyser vehicle lock
Aug 18 2026
Australian cricket great David Warner was fined and ordered to use a vehicle breathalyser lock Tuesday after admitting …
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Arsenal primed for Premier League title defence as rivals face questions
Aug 18 2026
Arsenal and Manchester City find themselves in unusual positions heading into the Premier League season, but there is no …
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All aboard as Asian Games preparations enter 'final stages'
Aug 18 2026
The Asian Games begin in Japan next month featuring teenage prodigies, more athletes than the Olympics and a cruise ship …
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Japan lights torch as countdown begins to Asian Games
Aug 18 2026
The Asian Games held a torch-lighting ceremony in Tokyo on Tuesday as Japan counts down to the multisport spectacular …
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Zverev advances at Cincinnati while Williams sisters fall
Aug 18 2026
Top seed Alexander Zverev battled into the fourth round of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Monday while Serena and …
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Premier League's new bosses brace for battle
Aug 18 2026
Nine Premier League clubs will have new managers when the season kicks off on Friday, but few will feel the heat quite …
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Boehly and Walter consider selling Chelsea stake to Clearlake Capital
Aug 18 2026
Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and director Mark Walter are considering selling their stakes in the Premier League side to …
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Jeanie Buss to fight siblings over sale of 17.8% stake in Lakers: reports
Aug 18 2026
An attorney for Jeanie Buss says she will fight her siblings' plan to sell their 17.8% stake in the Los Angeles Lakers …
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Rybakina slogs through double rain delays in Cincinnati win
Aug 17 2026
Elena Rybakina needed two hours on court plus two one-hour rain interruptions to defeat Magdalena Frech 6-4, 7-6 (7/2) …
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NBA has no evidence of Clippers salary cap cheating: report
Aug 17 2026
The NBA has found no evidence that Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer evaded salary cap rules to pay Kawhi Leonard …
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Lamour leaves key FIFA position after criticising Infantino
Aug 17 2026
Frenchman Kevin Lamour has left his role as FIFA's chief operating officer after criticising president Gianni …
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Buss family sells 17.8% stake in Lakers to Iger group
Aug 17 2026
The Buss family will sell its 17.8% stake in the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers to a group led by former Disney chief …
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LIV Golf cancels Michigan event, to decide team title at Indy
Aug 17 2026
LIV Golf's scheduled team championship in Michigan next week has been canceled, the series announced on Monday, meaning …
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Rodri arrives at Barcelona to complete 'dream' move
Aug 17 2026
Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri arrived in Barcelona on Monday to sign a contract with the La Liga champions as …
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South Africa Test series a lot tougher than a World Cup says All Blacks coach Rennie
Aug 17 2026
New Zealand head coach Dave Rennie said on Monday that playing a four-Test series against South Africa "will be a lot …
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Kolisi and Nche may miss South Africa Test against New Zealand
Aug 17 2026
South Africa captain and flanker Siya Kolisi and prop Ox Nche could miss the first Test against New Zealand, head coach …
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Coventry sign Nigeria striker Awoniyi from Forest
Aug 17 2026
Coventry signed Nigeria striker Taiwo Awoniyi from Nottingham Forest in a deal worth a reported £9 million ($12 million) …
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Scottish FA withdraws support for FIFA boss Infantino
Aug 17 2026
The Scottish Football Association has withdrawn its support for embattled FIFA president Gianni Infantino after his …
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Number one Shi suffers shock first-round exit at badminton worlds
Aug 17 2026
Defending champion Shi Yuqi suffered a shock first-round defeat to rising Indian star Ayush Shetty at the world …
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Ipswich sign Enciso and Ouattara in double raid on Strasbourg
Aug 17 2026
Ipswich boss Gary O'Neil made a double raid on his former club Strasbourg to sign Julio Enciso and Abdoul Ouattara on …
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Pakistan captain Babar Azam doubtful for England opener
Aug 17 2026
Pakistan cricket captain Babar Azam remains in doubt for the first Test against England starting Wednesday as he …
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Rain halts India push after Dinusha century lifts Sri Lanka
Aug 17 2026
Sonal Dinusha struck a defiant century to save Sri Lanka from following on before rain halted play on the third day of …
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Dinusha hits century as Sri Lanka post 284 in first India Test
Aug 17 2026
India took a first innings lead of 178 runs in the first Test against Sri Lanka on Monday after bowling out the hosts …
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Vingegaard brings curtain down on season
Aug 17 2026
Two-time Tour de France champion Jonas Vingegaard will not race again this season as he is still recovering from the …
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