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Cummins hails teen wonder Sooryavanshi as 'my new favourite player'
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Australia's Pat Cummins says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is his "new favourite player" after the 15-year-old sensation became …
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Coach says 'glimmer of hope' for imperilled Moana Pasifika
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Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga said Sunday he doesn't know if there's a genuine buyer ready to rescue the financially …
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Al Ahli made to 'suffer' in winning Asian Champions League: coach
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Al Ahli had to "suffer" in becoming the first club in more than two decades to win back-to-back Asian Champions League …
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Timberwolves' Edwards, DiVincenzo injured in playoff win over Nuggets
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The Minnesota Timberwolves lost All-Star Anthony Edwards and fellow starting guard Donte DiVincenzo to first-half …
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T'Wolves shake off key injuries to beat Nuggets for 3-1 series lead
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Minnesota's Ayo Dosunmu scored 43 points off the bench on Saturday as the Timberwolves shook off two potentially …
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Japan's Machida had 'mental pressure' in Champions League final loss
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Machida Zelvia's former high-school coach said his team "faced a lot of mental pressure" after the Japanese upstarts …
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Badminton eyes 'next generation' with new scoring system
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Badminton chiefs say they have "strengthened the sport" for the future after the governing body voted to change the …
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Rampant Gilgeous-Alexander fuels Thunder, Magic and Knicks win
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points Saturday to propel the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 121-109 victory over Phoenix …
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Hurricanes lament looming loss of four-try winger Fineanganofo
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Coach Clark Laidlaw concedes the "genuine x-factor" of Fehi Fineanganofo will be missed by the Wellington Hurricanes …
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Boston Red Sox fire coach Alex Cora
Apr 25 2026
The Boston Red Sox on Saturday fired their World Series-winning head coach Alex Cora following a disappointing start to …
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Rampant Gilgeous-Alexander fuels Thunder win, Magic hold off Pistons
Apr 25 2026
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 42 points in a ruthlessly efficient shooting display Saturday to propel Oklahoma City to …
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Korda's lead shrinks to five at LPGA Chevron
Apr 25 2026
Nelly Korda tied the 54-hole scoring record but saw her lead reduced to five strokes with a third-round 70 at the LPGA …
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Favored Renegade draws inside post for Kentucky Derby
Apr 25 2026
Oddsmakers favorite Renegade drew the dreaded inside post on Saturday for next weekend's 152nd Kentucky Derby, a …
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Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph, Atletico build confidence
Apr 25 2026
Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on …
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PSG shrug off Angers to edge closer to Ligue 1 title
Apr 25 2026
Paris Saint-Germain took another stride towards the Ligue 1 crown on Saturday, beating Angers 3–0 to open up a six-point …
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Atletico build confidence before Arsenal but Barrios hurt
Apr 25 2026
Alexander Sorloth struck twice as Atletico Madrid built confidence for their Champions League semi-final clash against …
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Late Carbonel penalty lifts Stade past Pau in Top 14
Apr 25 2026
Ill-disciplined Pau retained second spot in the Top 14 table despite a last-gasp 34-32 defeat away to Stade Francais on …
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Reiss edges Wiley for Drake title in year's best outdoor mile
Apr 25 2026
Annika Reiss overtook fellow American Addy Wiley at the finish to win the women's mile in 4mins 25.52secs, a 2026 world …
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Swiatek laid low by illness, Sabalenka into Madrid Open last 16
Apr 25 2026
Iga Swiatek was forced to retire in the third round of the Madrid Open on Saturday due to a viral illness, while …
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Magic hold off Pistons for 2-1 series lead
Apr 25 2026
The Orlando Magic fended off a late rally by the top-seeded Detroit Pistons to take a surprise 2-1 lead in their NBA …
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Guardiola hails 'extraordinary' Man City reaction to make FA Cup history
Apr 25 2026
Pep Guardiola hailed Manchester City's feat of becoming the first side to ever reach four consecutive FA Cup finals …
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Arteta in red card rant after Arsenal regain top spot
Apr 25 2026
Arsenal are back on top of the Premier League, but Mikel Arteta claimed their title challenge could be ruined by two …
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Cummins back as Hyderabad overcome Sooryavanshi's IPL century
Apr 25 2026
Blistering fifties by Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a five-wicket win Saturday after …
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Barcelona held at Bayern in Women's Champions League semi-finals
Apr 25 2026
Barcelona were held to a 1-1 draw at Bayern Munich in a fiery first leg of their Women's Champions League semi-final on …
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Arsenal back on top of Premier League, Spurs win
Apr 25 2026
Eberechi Eze fired Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League on Saturday as relegation-threatened Tottenham won for …
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Man City late show sinks Southampton to reach FA Cup final
Apr 25 2026
Nico Gonzalez's stunning strike fired Manchester City into a record fourth consecutive FA Cup final as Pep Guardiola's …
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Al Ahli beat Machida Zelvia to retain Asian Champions League title
Apr 25 2026
Al Ahli became the first club in more than two decades to win back-to-back Asian Champions League titles when they …
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Bayern storm back to beat Mainz ahead of PSG clash
Apr 25 2026
Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich stormed back from three goals down to win 4-3 at Mainz on Saturday, ahead of their …
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Eze rocket fires Arsenal back into top spot in Premier League
Apr 25 2026
Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League as Eberechi Eze's thunderbolt sealed a tense 1-0 win against Newcastle …
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Man City late show beats Southampton to reach FA Cup final
Apr 25 2026
Nico Gonzalez's stunning strike fired Manchester City into the FA Cup final as Pep Guardiola's men produced a late …
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De Zerbi hails Spurs win as key to survival fight
Apr 25 2026
Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi said Saturday's 1-0 win at Wolves was important for the team's mentality as they battle …
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Swiatek retires with illness in Madrid Open third round
Apr 25 2026
Iga Swiatek was forced to retire from her Madrid Open clash with Ann Li on Saturday due to a viral illness, sending the …
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Barcelona on brink of La Liga triumph with Getafe win
Apr 25 2026
Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on …
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Liverpool close on Champions League but may have seen last of Salah
Apr 25 2026
Liverpool moved ever closer to securing Champions League football next season with a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace on …
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Spurs, West Ham win in battle for Premier League survival
Apr 25 2026
West Ham scored a late winner on Saturday to stay two points clear of Tottenham in the battle to avoid Premier League …
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Barca on brink of La Liga triumph with Getafe win
Apr 25 2026
Fermin Lopez and Marcus Rashford's goals took Barcelona to the brink of the La Liga title with a 2-0 win at Getafe on …
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Teen talent Seixas keen for Pogacar, Evenepoel test in Liege
Apr 25 2026
Teenage French starlet Paul Seixas is keen to test himself against the two juggernauts of cycling's peloton at Sunday's …
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Lyon a different proposition for Arsenal this time round, says Giraldez
Apr 25 2026
Lyon coach Jonatan Giraldez told AFP his side will draw more on their victory over Champions League holders Arsenal in …
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Marc Marquez wins chaotic rain-affected Spanish MotoGP sprint
Apr 25 2026
Reigning champion Marc Marquez triumphed in a chaotic and rain-lashed Spanish MotoGP flag-to-flag sprint on Saturday in …
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Welsh football icon Ramsey takes on marathon challenge for charity
Apr 25 2026
Welsh football great Aaron Ramsey hung up his boots earlier this month but that did not mean easing up as on Sunday he …
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Aussie Rules fires appeals chair over ruling on anti-gay slur
Apr 25 2026
Australian Rules football said Saturday it has fired the chair of its appeals board after it reduced a player's penalty …
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Lakers' OT win puts Rockets on brink of NBA playoff elimination
Apr 25 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers, fueled by 29 points from LeBron James, beat the Houston Rockets 112-108 in an overtime thriller …
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Lakers down Rockets in overtime for 3-0 series lead, Celtics hold off Sixers
Apr 25 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers, fueled by 29 points from LeBron James, beat the Houston Rockets 112-108 in an overtime thriller …
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'Hockey is religion': Montreal fans pack church for playoff push
Apr 25 2026
Before the puck dropped in Friday's pivotal NHL playoff match, hundreds of Montreal Canadiens fans took their seats in …
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'Going to the moon': Irish footballers return to China 50 years after historic tour
Apr 25 2026
When Paddy Dwyer arrived in China in 1976, crowds jostled to catch a glimpse of him and his companions -- the first …
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Spurs' Wembanyama ruled out of game 3 after concussion
Apr 25 2026
San Antonio star Victor Wembanyama was ruled out of the Spurs' NBA playoff game against the Portland Trail Blazers on …
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No.2 Korda boosts LPGA Chevron lead to six
Apr 24 2026
Nelly Korda made the best 36-hole major start of her career on Friday, firing a second consecutive seven-under par 65 to …
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Lens rally but title bid fades after draw at Brest
Apr 24 2026
Lens fought back from three goals down to earn a 3–3 draw at Brest on Friday, but the result all but extinguished their …
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Betis's Bellerin further dents Real Madrid title hopes
Apr 24 2026
Former Barcelona defender Hector Bellerin snatched Real Betis a late point in a 1-1 La Liga draw against Real Madrid on …
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Sinner overcomes Bonzi in record hunt at Madrid Open
Apr 24 2026
Jannik Sinner took a first step towards a potential record fifth consecutive Masters 1000 title with a 6-7 (6/8), 6-1, …
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Leipzig tighten top-four grip as Union's Eta suffers second loss
Apr 24 2026
RB Leipzig moved closer to a Champions League return after thumping Union Berlin 3-1 at home on Friday and handing coach …
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Furyk named USA captain for 2027 Ryder Cup
Apr 24 2026
Jim Furyk was named United States captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup on Friday by the PGA of America, tasking him with …
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Court removes US businessman from managing his Brazilian football team
Apr 24 2026
An arbitration court in Brazil has removed US businessman John Textor from managing Botafogo football team, which he …
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No.2 Korda boosts LPGA Chevron lead to seven
Apr 24 2026
Nelly Korda made the best 36-hole major start of her career on Friday, firing a second consecutive seven-under par 65 to …
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Kohli makes Gujarat pay as Bengaluru cruise to IPL win
Apr 24 2026
Virat Kohli punished Gujarat Titans for dropping him on nought with a blistering half-century as Royal Challengers …
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Defending champion Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury
Apr 24 2026
Reigning two-time French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz said on Friday he will not play at this year's tournament as he …
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Alex Marquez quickest in Spanish MotoGP practice
Apr 24 2026
Alex Marquez was fastest in Spanish MotoGP practice on Friday in Jerez on his Gresini with a sizeable 0.333s advantage …
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Former New Zealand cricketer Bracewell given two-year ban for cocaine use
Apr 24 2026
Former New Zealand and Essex all-rounder Doug Bracewell has been given a two-year suspension after testing positive for …
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'We have to be stronger': De Zerbi demands Spurs improve as relegation fears mount
Apr 24 2026
Roberto De Zerbi has warned his "suffering" Tottenham stars to show a stronger mentality in the fight to avoid …
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Man City will not risk Rodri in FA Cup semi-final: Guardiola
Apr 24 2026
Rodri will not be risked in Manchester City's FA Cup semi-final against Southampton this weekend even though he is …
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Arsenal haven't given up on title despite blowing lead: Arteta
Apr 24 2026
Mikel Arteta insists spluttering Arsenal still believe they can win the Premier League title despite surrendering first …
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Injured Spain star Yamal will come back stronger at World Cup: Flick
Apr 24 2026
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said on Friday that injured teenage star Lamine Yamal would return to action at the World …
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Chelsea can still save season despite slump: McFarlane
Apr 24 2026
Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane said Friday there was still "a lot of belief" the Blues could turn their season …
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Chelsea's Estevao out for season, World Cup in doubt
Apr 24 2026
Brazilian winger Estevao is out for the rest of the English season, with his participation in the World Cup in doubt, …
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PSG's Luis Enrique 'couldn't care less' about World Cup
Apr 24 2026
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique has no intention of easing up on his players ahead of the World Cup as his Ligue …
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Ranieri's Roma role ends after spat with coach Gasperini: club
Apr 24 2026
Claudio Ranieri has left his role as senior advisor to Roma's billionaire American owners, the Serie A club said on …
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Al Ahli star Mahrez warns team-mates not to take Japanese rivals for granted
Apr 24 2026
Riyad Mahrez says Al Ahli have achieved "something incredible" in reaching back-to-back Asian Champions League finals, …
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Rugby legend McCaw hails 'spectacular' NZ stadium built after deadly quake
Apr 24 2026
All Blacks legend Richie McCaw said on Friday the city of Christchurch finally had "one of the last pieces of the …
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Liverpool's Slot warns 'margins are small' in Champions League push
Apr 24 2026
Arne Slot warned on Friday that "margins are small" in the Premier League as Liverpool aim to strengthen their push for …
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Appeal board says homophobia 'commonplace' in Aussie Rules
Apr 24 2026
Australian Rules Football said Friday that homophobia had no place in the game after an appeals board reduced a penalty …
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Hawks fend off Knicks, Raptors pull away from Cavs to cut deficit
Apr 24 2026
CJ McCollum hit the game-winner with 12.5 seconds remaining as the Atlanta Hawks pulled off another nail-biting victory …
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Barcelona must live without teen star Yamal for title run-in
Apr 24 2026
With teenage star Lamine Yamal out injured for the rest of the season Barcelona visit Getafe on Saturday in La Liga …
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Hearts lead Old Firm as Scottish title race heads for tense finale
Apr 24 2026
Hearts lead a thrilling three-way battle for the Scottish Premiership, with the 41-year dominance of Celtic and Rangers …
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'Raw and honest': India climbers face obstacles in race to the top
Apr 24 2026
Blink and you might miss Indian speed climber Deepu Mallesh scaling a wall five buses high in five seconds.
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Cowgirls of Philippine rodeo tackle steers, stereotypes
Apr 24 2026
The loop of Rizza Matutino's lasso sat atop the steer's head for what felt like forever.
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Raiders take quarterback Mendoza with No. 1 NFL draft pick
Apr 24 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders took quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the number one pick in the NFL draft on Thursday, hoping …
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Arsenal eye return to top spot, Spurs fight for survival
Apr 24 2026
Arsenal can reclaim the Premier League summit this weekend as in-form Manchester City focus on the FA Cup, while …
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No.2 Korda fires 65 to grab LPGA Chevron lead
Apr 24 2026
Second-ranked Nelly Korda fired a bogey-free seven-under par 65 to seize a two-stroke lead after Thursday's opening …
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Patriots coach Vrabel taking break over photo scandal
Apr 24 2026
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said Thursday is taking an indefinite break to seek counseling following …
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Lakers' Reaves could return for game three against Rockets
Apr 24 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers, up 2-0 on the Houston Rockets in their first-round NBA playoff series, could have Austin Reaves …
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US says Iran players welcome at World Cup amid Italy uproar
Apr 23 2026
Iran's footballers will be welcome at this year's World Cup, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday, distancing …
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Images of dead Maradona rock trial of medical team
Apr 23 2026
Shock images of Argentine football icon Diego Maradona lying dead in bed, his stomach grotesquely swollen, rocked the …
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Last-gasp Tomas stunner sends Stuttgart into German Cup final
Apr 23 2026
Tiago Tomas' stunning 119th-minute back-heel sent Stuttgart to a German Cup final meeting with Bayern Munich after a 2-1 …
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Rights groups warn World Cup visitors over US travel
Apr 23 2026
More than 120 rights groups including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) issued a travel advisory on Thursday …
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Samson, Hosein star as Chennai hammer Mumbai by 103 runs in IPL
Apr 23 2026
Opener Sanju Samson struck his second IPL century of the season to set up a thumping 103-run win for Chennai Super Kings …
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Sabalenka fights rust to reach third round of Madrid Open
Apr 23 2026
Aryna Sabalenka shook off some rust to post her first victory of the season on clay and extend her winning streak to 13 …
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Bayern fined but avoid fan ban over Champions League crowd incident
Apr 23 2026
Bayern Munich have been fined by UEFA but avoided a supporter lockout after photographers were injured when fans stormed …
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Wembanyama will travel with Spurs but uncertain for next game
Apr 23 2026
Victor Wembanyama will travel with the San Antonio Spurs to Portland for Friday's NBA playoff game, coach Mitch Johnson …
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Italy dismisses talk of replacing Iran at World Cup
Apr 23 2026
Italy has played down suggestions that its national team could replace Iran at the World Cup, following reports that an …
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Carrick not chasing answer on Man Utd future
Apr 23 2026
Michael Carrick said he loves managing Manchester United but is not "chasing" an answer on his future as the club close …
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More than 4 million tickets bought for 2028 LA Olympics
Apr 23 2026
More than four million tickets were sold worldwide for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics during this month's first window …
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Queiroz aims to raise bar for Ghana ahead of World Cup
Apr 23 2026
Newly-appointed Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz said Thursday that leading the Black Stars at the 2026 World Cup will be "the …
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Vafaei hails Crucible as 'snooker's Wimbledon' after previous criticism
Apr 23 2026
Iran's Hossein Vafaei said the Crucible Theatre was snooker's answer to Wimbledon two years after he savagely attacked …
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Iran's Vafaei shines at World Snooker Championship
Apr 23 2026
Iran's Hossein Vafaei won nine frames in a row to become the first qualifier to reach the second round at this year's …
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Spain's Lamine Yamal injured, but expected to be fit for World Cup
Apr 23 2026
Spain's Lamine Yamal has picked up a hamstring injury, but is expected to be fit for the upcoming World Cup, his club …
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Shanto, Mustafizur star as Bangladesh down New Zealand to clinch ODI series
Apr 23 2026
Najmul Hossain Shanto scored a century and Mustafizur Rahman claimed 5-43 as Bangladesh beat New Zealand by 55 runs in …
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Trump envoy wants Italy to replace Iran at World Cup: report
Apr 23 2026
An envoy to US President Donald Trump has asked world football's governing body FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at the …
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Leipzig and Union's Bundesliga clash shows changing face of football
Apr 23 2026
RB Leipzig's home Bundesliga clash with Union Berlin on Friday has the two sides chasing different season goals, while …
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Starc cleared to play in IPL by Cricket Australia
Apr 23 2026
Pace bowler Mitchell Starc has been cleared to play in the Indian Premier League after missing the first half of the …
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Jones calls on Australian fans to get behind Japan at World Cup
Apr 23 2026
Eddie Jones said Thursday he hoped Australian fans would roar on his Japan side when they face Ireland north of Sydney …
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Japanese team with school coach to cap remarkable journey to the top
Apr 23 2026
Japan's Machida Zelvia shared their clubhouse with senior citizens doing fitness classes less than a decade ago. Now …
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Thunder roll past Suns, Pistons bounce back to level series with Magic
Apr 23 2026
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points to propel the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 120-107 victory over Phoenix and a 2-0 …
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