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Ex-Eintracht coach Toppmoeller appointed Lens boss
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Former Eintracht Frankfurt boss Dino Topmoeller has been appointed Lens coach after Pierre Sage left for Crystal Palace, …
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Tunisia sack coach Lamouchi after one World Cup game
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Tunisia have responded to their 5-1 World Cup thrashing by Sweden by sacking coach Sabri Lamouchi and replacing him with …
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Chess legend Carlsen backs Norway to go far at World Cup
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Chess legend and avid football fan Magnus Carlsen predicted on Tuesday that Norway would "hammer" Iraq in their World …
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Iran 'most oppressed team in whole World Cup' - coach
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Coach Amir Ghalenoei said Iran is the "most oppressed team in the World Cup" after his players were suddenly informed …
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'All the way': Egypt dare to dream after gritty Belgium draw
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When Egypt took the lead against Belgium in their opening World Cup match on Monday, decades of doubt gave way to belief …
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Iran snatch draw in World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde
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Iran came from behind to snatch a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their long-awaited opening game at the World Cup on …
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India's Sooryavanshi, 15, loses cool in on-field spat
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Fifteen-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi blew his fuse in an India A game in Sri Lanka and pushed an …
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'Anger, disbelief and worry': Stokes saga overshadows England's revival
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Ben Stokes' absence will cast a long shadow over England's bid to clinch a series victory against New Zealand when they …
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'The mullahs' team': Split loyalties for Iran fans at World Cup
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Iran's World Cup campaign began in Los Angeles in a blaze of goals and controversy Monday, with hundreds protesting …
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Iran begin fraught World Cup with 2-2 New Zealand draw
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Iran twice battled back for a 2-2 draw with New Zealand on Monday in their frenetic opening match of a World Cup …
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Uruguay's Bielsa says 'I'm not a model' after World Cup exchange
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Marcelo Bielsa was involved in an awkward exchange with a reporter at the World Cup on Monday which concluded with the …
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Iraq coach urges outsiders to 'shock the world'
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Iraq coach Graham Arnold said there is no room for fear as his unfancied side prepare to face Erling Haaland and Norway …
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Hundreds protest Iran's 'regime team' ahead of World Cup opener
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Hundreds of anti-regime protesters gathered outside the stadium in Los Angeles where Iran will take on New Zealand in …
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Tour of Switzerland set to showcase Pogacar's pre-Tour de France form
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World champion Tadej Pogacar will test his legs one last time ahead of his bid for a record-equalling fifth Tour de …
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Iran prepare for tense World Cup opener, Spain stunned by Cape Verde
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Iran were poised to make a tension-filled entrance at the World Cup on Monday as European heavyweights Spain were held …
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Uruguay frustrated by dogged Saudi Arabia in World Cup draw
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Uruguay dominated but had to settle for a 1-1 draw against Saudi Arabia in the sweltering heat of Miami on Monday to …
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Haaland primed for 'big impact' at World Cup, says Norway coach
Jun 15 2026
Norway coach Stale Solbakken says star striker Erling Haaland is poised to make a "very big impact" as his country …
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Argentine fans challenge Kansas City's BBQ crown
Jun 15 2026
Argentina begin their World Cup defence in Kansas City, the self-styled global barbecue capital, but their fans insist …
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Winds batter Shinnecock as US Open practice begins
Jun 15 2026
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler, seeking a career Grand Slam with a victory in this week's 126th US Open, tested himself in …
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'Competitive animal' Messi set for sixth World Cup
Jun 15 2026
The whole world is waiting to see Lionel Messi, said Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni, when the defending champions begin …
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Spaun hopes grit and grinding brings US Open title repeat
Jun 15 2026
Defending champion JJ Spaun plans to use the same formula to win the US Open this week at Shinnecock as he did to …
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Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game
Jun 15 2026
Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed …
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Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow
Jun 15 2026
European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday as Iran prepared …
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Fearsome France begin World Cup wary of over-confidence
Jun 15 2026
France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the …
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Forget losing course: Fitzpatrick wants Shinnecock tough
Jun 15 2026
Matt Fitzpatrick missed the cut at Shinnecock in the 2018 US Open, but the world number four wants to see the course …
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No panic, says De la Fuente after Spain held by Cape Verde
Jun 15 2026
Spain boss Luis de la Fuente said he is still convinced La Roja will go far at the World Cup despite failing to break …
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Belgium and Egypt draw 1-1 in World Cup group game
Jun 15 2026
Belgium and Egypt drew 1-1 in their World Cup opener on Monday after a second-half Belgian equalizer spoiled Mohamed …
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Vilified Knicks owner Dolan gets some relief with NBA title
Jun 15 2026
The NBA title secured by the New York Knicks on Saturday could help salvage the legacy of franchise owner James Dolan, …
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Clark seeks US Open redemption after smashing Oakmont locker
Jun 15 2026
Wyndham Clark, who smashed his locker in frustration after missing the cut at last year's US Open, arrived at Shinnecock …
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Cape Verde hero Vozinha sheds 'tears of resilience' after stopping Spain
Jun 15 2026
Spain failed to find a way past inspired Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha as the 40-year-old secured a stunning 0-0 draw …
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England ready to take final step at World Cup, says Saka
Jun 15 2026
Bukayo Saka says England have the "talent, passion and confidence" to finally win the World Cup after a series of …
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World Cup venues scrub branding, get new names for tournament
Jun 15 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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Senegal aim to overcome 'regrettable' absence of fans denied World Cup visas
Jun 15 2026
The secretary general of the Senegalese Football Federation has told AFP he is confident his country can have a big …
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Toothless Spain held by Cape Verde on World Cup debut
Jun 15 2026
Spain's ghosts of recent World Cup horror shows reappeared in Atlanta as the European champions were held 0-0 by …
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With visas denied, Senegal World Cup fans watch from afar
Jun 15 2026
To the beat of drums and other traditional instruments, a Senegal football fan group dances and sings in Wolof "Victory …
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Crystal Palace appoint Sage as manager
Jun 15 2026
Crystal Palace hired Pierre Sage as their new manager on Monday to replace Oliver Glasner after the Austrian left the …
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Brazil's Splitter to become new NBA Bulls coach: reports
Jun 15 2026
Tiago Splitter, who guided Portland into this year's NBA playoffs as an interim coach, will be hired as the new coach of …
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Greed or player health? 'Damaging' World Cup drinks breaks under spotlight
Jun 15 2026
Virgil van Dijk does not like them, fans have started booing them and the many critics say they are ruining the World …
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Deschamps points to Spain as team to beat at World Cup
Jun 15 2026
France coach Didier Deschamps said on Monday Spain are the team to beat at the World Cup, seeking to temper expectations …
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Tunisian football bosses mull firing Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing
Jun 15 2026
Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi's job is in the balance as federation chiefs are holding talks following the humiliating …
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Relegated Wolves appoint Peixoto as new manager
Jun 15 2026
Wolves hired Cesar Peixoto as their new manager on Monday after sacking Rob Edwards following their relegation from the …
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New Zealand need collective effort to replace Williamson: Ravindra
Jun 15 2026
Rachin Ravindra admits it will take a collective effort from New Zealand's batsmen to replace Kane Williamson after his …
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England to give debuts to Cox and Baker against New Zealand
Jun 15 2026
England have handed debuts to Jordan Cox and Sonny Baker for Wednesday's second Test against New Zealand, while James …
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England coach McCullum 'worried' about Stokes after curfew incident
Jun 15 2026
England head coach Brendon McCullum said he is "worried" about Ben Stokes after the captain was involved in a late-night …
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Sevilla's Mir sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for sexual assault
Jun 15 2026
Sevilla striker Rafa Mir has been sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison after being convicted of sexual assault …
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Three things we learned from the Barcelona Grand Prix
Jun 15 2026
Lewis Hamilton secured a historic first win in Ferrari red at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix on Sunday.
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Real Madrid confirm Cucurella signing from Chelsea
Jun 15 2026
Real Madrid announced the signing of Spanish defender Marc Cucurella from Chelsea on Monday, for a fee reported to be 55 …
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Iran take center stage at World Cup as Spain make bow
Jun 15 2026
Iran will take center stage at the World Cup on Monday after arriving in the United States following a build-up shrouded …
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Germany crush Curacao, Japan thwart Dutch at World Cup as Iran arrive
Jun 15 2026
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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Broeders-Bol backed by coach to challenge the very best over 800m
Jun 15 2026
Femke Broeders-Bol will make her outdoor 800m debut at Tuesday's Golden Spike in the Czech city of Ostrava, her coach …
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'This is our culture': Japan fans clean up World Cup stadium
Jun 15 2026
Japan fans left the stands spotless after their World Cup opener against the Netherlands in Texas on Sunday, saying it …
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Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1 to seize control of World Cup group
Jun 15 2026
Sweden crushed Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday to leave the North African nation's defensive reputation in tatters and seize …
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Carolina beat Vegas to end 20-year wait for second Stanley Cup
Jun 15 2026
The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 to capture the NHL's Stanley Cup on Sunday, ending a 20-year …
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Driven O'Brien looks to bring up ton at Ascot to ring in 30 years of glory
Jun 15 2026
Aidan O'Brien has said some people might think him "weird" as he finds holidays "stressful" but for his wife Anne-Marie …
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First major bump but prodigy Seixas still headed for the top
Jun 15 2026
A bloodied and bruised Paul Seixas left the Tour Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes nursing his injuries and contemplating a first …
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Iran World Cup coach says 'impacted' by politics but ignoring 'hype'
Jun 15 2026
Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei said on Sunday political tensions and visa issues have damaged his side's preparations for …
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Diomande targets World Cup run as Ivory Coast win opener
Jun 15 2026
Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande said his team haven't come to the World Cup simply to make up the numbers after they …
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Bellingham can be England's World Cup 'X factor': Henderson
Jun 15 2026
Jude Bellingham can be England's "X factor" at the World Cup as Thomas Tuchel's men chase a first major trophy for 60 …
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Diallo strikes late as Ivory Coast stun Ecuador at World Cup
Jun 15 2026
Manchester United's Amad Diallo struck in the 90th minute as Ivory Coast stunned Ecuador and their huge support to edge …
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Japan fight back in 2-2 Dutch thriller at World Cup
Jun 15 2026
Japan scored an 89th-minute equaliser as they twice fought back to rescue a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in Texas on …
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Cape Verde's Bubista relishing 'dream' World Cup clash with Spain
Jun 15 2026
Facing the might of Spain is a "dream come true" said Cape Verde coach Bubista as the African island nation prepares for …
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Cauley wins Canadian Open eight years after crash derailed his PGA career
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
Olympic long jump gold medallist Tara Davis-Woodhall dominated her signature event and added a runner-up finish in the …
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Curacao have nothing to be ashamed about, says Advocaat
Jun 14 2026
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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Marchant double helps Stade Francais thump La Rochelle to reach semis
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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
Jun 14 2026
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'
Jun 14 2026
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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