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Pistons hold off Cavs to take 2-0 NBA series lead
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The Detroit Pistons thwarted Cleveland's comeback bid to beat the Cavaliers 107-97 on Thursday and take a 2-0 lead in …
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In big man US football league, guys score a different kind of goal
AFP - 1h ago
In a football league of big men trying to lose weight, the five-a-side teams feature names like OB City, Big Bananas and …
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Arsenal sense Premier League glory as Spurs eye safety
May 08 2026
Arsenal are firmly back in control of the Premier League title race and a win at struggling West Ham on Sunday could all …
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Pitch for World Cup final installed at US stadium
May 08 2026
The grass pitch for the World Cup final was installed Thursday at a stadium near New York, a milestone as anticipation …
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Lee leads by one at LPGA Mizuho Americas Open
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American Andrea Lee birdied four of her last five holes to grab a one-stroke lead after Thursday's opening round of the …
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Hot-putting McCarty seizes PGA lead at Quail Hollow
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Matt McCarty birdied five of his first eight holes, three on spectacular putts from beyond 50 feet, and grabbed the lead …
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US ring great Mayweather to meet kickboxer Zambidis in exhibition
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Former multi-weight world champion Floyd Mayweather will take on Greek kickboxing star Mike Zambidis in a "full-contact …
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'Elitist' World Cup leaves Mexican soccer family on sidelines
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A passion for football binds three generations of the Rueda family in Mexico City, from Pele fan Fernando to Maradona …
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Palace overcome Shakhtar to reach historic Conference League final
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Crystal Palace soared into their first European final on Thursday, completing an emphatic 5-2 aggregate win over …
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Watkins salutes Emery after Villa reach Europa final
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Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins saluted Unai Emery for masterminding his side's run to the Europa League final after …
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Real Madrid to punish Valverde, Tchouameni after training ground clash
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Real Madrid said they would punish midfielders Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni after a clash on Thursday at …
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Kuebler brace sends Freiburg past Braga into Europa League final
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Lukas Kuebler scored in each half as Freiburg beat Braga 3-1 at home on Thursday to win 4-3 on aggregate and and qualify …
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Rayo down Strasbourg in Conference League to set up first European final
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Rayo Vallecano are through to the first European final in their history after ending Strasbourg's hopes with a 1-0 win …
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Palace beat Shakhtar to reach first European final
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Crystal Palace swept past Shakhtar Donetsk 5-2 on aggregate to reach their first-ever European final on Thursday, giving …
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Villa crush Forest to reach Europa League final against Freiburg
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Aston Villa reached their first European final for 44 years in memorable style with a 4-0 demolition of Nottingham …
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Shakira teases new World Cup song
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Colombian pop idol Shakira on Thursday teased the new official song for the 2026 World Cup, releasing a brief video of …
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Rail fare to World Cup final stadium is cut ... to $105
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The price of a roundtrip rail ticket from New York to the nearby stadium that will host the final and seven other …
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Sabalenka, champion Paolini open Italian Open accounts
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Aryna Sabalenka breezed into the third round of the Italian Open on Thursday with a straight-sets win over Barbora …
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Ancelotti set for Brazil contract extension: federation
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Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti is set to be handed a four-year contract extension taking him through to the 2030 World …
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Marsh ton sets up Lucknow win in rain-hit IPL clash
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Australia's Mitchell Marsh hit 111 to set up a tense nine-run win for Lucknow Super Giants in a rain-hit IPL clash …
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Paolini begins Italian Open title defence by battling past Jeanjean
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Jasmine Paolini launched her Italian Open title defence on Thursday by battling back from a set down to beat France's …
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Yankees outfielder Dominguez collides with wall making catch
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The New York Yankees' Jasson Dominguez was injured slamming into a wall as he took a superb leaping catch in the first …
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Trump says he would not pay $1,000 to watch US at World Cup
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President Donald Trump said in an interview published Thursday that he would not pay the $1,000-plus ticket price for …
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Dubois vows to take out 'trash' WBO heavyweight champion Wardley
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Daniel Dubois is determined to make the "trash" Fabio Wardley eat his words when he faces the reigning champion in an …
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IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus but Russia 'still suspended'
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The IOC on Thursday lifted its ban on Belarusian athletes competing in the Olympics, although restrictions on Russian …
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Millwall eye 'fairytale' in Championship play-offs
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Millwall head into the English Championship play-offs with their sights set on a "fairytale" return to the top-flight …
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Brighton boss Hurzeler agrees new three-year deal
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Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler has agreed a new three-year contract extension which will keep him with the Seagulls …
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Spurs boss De Zerbi shrugs off criticism of win over weakened Villa
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Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he had no qualms about profiting from Aston Villa's weakened team after …
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Sinner demands 'respect' from Grand Slams, Djokovic lends support in prize money row
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Jannik Sinner called on Thursday for Grand Slam tournaments to show tennis players respect in a row over prize money, as …
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Mbappe, Mourinho, meltdown: Real Madrid face Clasico amid chaos
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Real Madrid meet Clasico rivals Barcelona on Sunday in a state of high tension and disarray, with anything but a victory …
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Italy's tennis chief wants to break Grand Slam 'monopoly' with new major
AFP - 5h ago
Angelo Binaghi has dragged Italian tennis from the doldrums to a golden age since taking charge of the country's …
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IOC rules out 'crossover' sports at 2030 Winter Olympics
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The IOC on Thursday ruled out adding year-round sports without snow or ice to the 2030 Winter Olympics but did not …
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Real Madrid's Valverde treated in hospital after Tchouameni clash: reports
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Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde was treated in hospital after a clash with team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni …
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Brazil must channel World Cup pressure into motivation: Luiz Henrique
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It has been 24 years since football powerhouse Brazil -- the most successful nation in World Cup history -- lifted the …
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Carrick says strong finish matters more than his Man Utd future
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Michael Carrick said Thursday he is more worried about Manchester United finishing the season in style than his own …
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IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus but Russia still barred
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The IOC on Thursday lifted its restrictions on Belarusian athletes competing in the Olympics, although restrictions on …
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Sinner demands 'respect' from Grand Slams in prize money row
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Jannik Sinner called on Thursday for Grand Slam tournaments to show tennis players respect in a row over prize money, …
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PSG set to wrap up Ligue 1 crown after reaching Champions League final
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Paris Saint-Germain are on course to fulfil their main objective for the season of retaining the Champions League title, …
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Struggling Chelsea have 'foundations for success': interim boss McFarlane
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Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane said the Blues have the "foundations" for success after Sky pundit Jamie Carragher …
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Royal and Ancient Golf Club names Claire Dowling as first woman captain in 272 years
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The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has appointed amateur player Claire Dowling as the first woman captain in …
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Bruised Bayern 'already motivated' for next Champions League tilt
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Coach Vincent Kompany said he was "already motivated" for a tilt at next season's Champions League as he digested Bayern …
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Ex-Germany defender Suele to retire aged 30
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Former Germany international centre-back Niklas Suele announced on Thursday he will retire at the end of the season aged …
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Royal and Ancient Golf Club names first woman captain after 272 years
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The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews has appointed amateur player Claire Dowling as the first woman captain in …
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Bangladesh and Pakistan renew rivalry in first Test
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Bangladesh and Pakistan open their two-match Test series in Mirpur on Friday, with the hosts aiming to complete a …
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England captain Stokes '100 percent to bowl' on return to cricket
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Ben Stokes is expected to bat and bowl for county side Durham as he returns to action for the first time since England's …
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Badminton looks to future with 'evolution and innovation'
AFP - 6h ago
Synthetic shuttlecocks, shorter games and a new generation of stars are all part of the "evolution" of badminton, a top …
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Spurs thrash Timberwolves as Knicks edge Sixers in NBA playoffs
AFP - 8h ago
Victor Wembanyama's San Antonio Spurs thrashed the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-95 to level their NBA playoff series as …
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Toluca rout Son's LAFC to set up all-Mexican CONCACAF final
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Son Heung-min's Los Angeles FC were thrashed 4-0 in Wednesday's second leg by Deportivo Toluca to set up an all-Mexican …
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Vingegaard begins bid for Giro-Tour double with Pellizzari boosting home hopes
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Jonas Vingegaard will make his Giro d'Italia debut on Friday when he begins his bid to win both the Italian Grand Tour …
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Roma's Champions League return back on as Milan, Juve wobble
AFP - 10h ago
Roma have a return to the Champions League firmly within their sights ahead of Sunday's trip to Parma as both Juventus …
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Australia cricket great Warner to 'accept' drink-drive charge: lawyer
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Australian cricket star David Warner will "accept responsibility" for drink-driving, his lawyer told reporters on …
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Australian state overturns Melbourne ban on World Cup watch party
AFP - 9h ago
Australian authorities on Thursday reversed a ban on public watch parties in Melbourne's Federation Square for the 2026 …
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Brunson steers Knicks to 2-0 lead with tight win over Sixers
AFP - 2h ago
Jalen Brunson spearheaded a late surge as the New York Knicks edged a razor-tight NBA playoff clash against the …
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Williamson named in New Zealand squad for Ireland, England Tests
May 06 2026
Kane Williamson will continue his pursuit of 10,000 Test runs after being named Thursday in New Zealand's squad to play …
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PSG add muscle to magic as another Champions League final beckons
May 06 2026
Paris Saint-Germain have been the most thrilling outfit in Europe over the last year but Luis Enrique's side showed …
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Tigers' pitcher Valdez suspended for hitting opponent
May 06 2026
Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez was handed a six-game suspension and given an undisclosed fine from Major League …
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Holders PSG edge Bayern Munich to reach Champions League final
May 06 2026
Holders Paris Saint-Germain set up a Champions League final against Arsenal after a 1-1 second-leg draw at Bayern Munich …
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Bayern lament lack of 'killer' instinct after PSG elimination
May 06 2026
Bayern Munich captain Manuel Neuer bemoaned his side's lack of killer instinct in Wednesday's Champions League …
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Kentucky Derby-winner Golden Tempo to skip Preakness Stakes
May 06 2026
Kentucky Derby-winner Golden Tempo will not run in the Preakness Stakes, history-making trainer Cherie DeVaux said …
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No timeline for injury return for 'frustrated' Doncic
May 06 2026
Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic says it's still unclear when he'll return from a hamstring strain that has sidelined …
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Diallo says Manchester United squad happy if Carrick stays
May 06 2026
Amad Diallo has no doubt "everyone" at Manchester United would be pleased to see Michael Carrick carry on as head coach …
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Klaasen knock fires Hyderabad top of IPL
May 06 2026
South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen smacked 69 to help Sunrisers Hyderabad climb to the top of the IPL table with a …
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'Motivated' McIlroy ready to tee it up for first time since second Masters win
May 06 2026
Rory McIlroy says he's "more motivated" than ever after bagging his second Masters title to take his tally of major …
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Villa's future is bright even if Europa dream ends: Emery
May 06 2026
Unai Emery said Wednesday his Aston Villa side can still challenge for silverware in future even if they fall short in …
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Departing Glasner wants no sadness as Palace eye European glory
May 06 2026
Oliver Glasner has insisted that "now is not the time to get melancholic" as he tries to guide Crystal Palace to their …
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Seixas targets victory in Tour warm-up race
May 06 2026
Budding French star Paul Seixas said on Wednesday he is aiming to win the main preparation race ahead of July's Tour de …
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FIFA extends Prestianni ban worldwide
May 06 2026
FIFA announced on Wednesday it had extended Gianluca Prestianni's suspension worldwide after the Benfica winger was …
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Forest to make late decision on Gibbs-White fitness for Villa Europa semi
May 06 2026
Nottingham Forest will make a late call on Morgan Gibbs-White's fitness as they prepare for the second leg of their …
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Simeone, Atletico at crossroads after Arsenal Champions League KO
May 06 2026
Arsenal's Champions League elimination of Atletico Madrid condemned Diego Simeone's side to a fifth straight season …
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Asia football fans sweat on broadcast rights as World Cup nears
May 06 2026
Swathes of football-mad Asia from China to India and Thailand are yet to confirm broadcast rights for the biggest-ever …
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Strasbourg on verge of European final amid fan displeasure at owners BlueCo
May 06 2026
Strasbourg could this week reach the first European final in their history, at the end of a turbulent season for the …
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Thunder overpower Lakers, Pistons down Cavs
May 06 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder overpowered LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 on Tuesday to grab a 1-0 lead in …
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Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
May 06 2026
FIFA president Gianni Infantino on Tuesday defended World Cup ticket prices, insisting that football's global governing …
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Pistons hold off Cavs to win series-opener
May 06 2026
Cade Cunningham scored 23 points as the Detroit Pistons held off a second-half rally to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers …
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Arsenal on cusp of history after reaching Champions League final
May 06 2026
Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to use the "energy and belief" generated by reaching the Champions League final for the …
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LIV Golf boss sees hope for new sponsors beyond 2026
May 06 2026
LIV Golf sees hope in finding new financial sponsors to carry the series beyond this season, when its vast Saudi funding …
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Wembanyama accused of 'obvious' illegal blocking
May 05 2026
San Antonio Spurs superstar Victor Wembanyama was accused Tuesday by the Minnesota Timberwolves of repeated illegal …
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Fans 'set the standards' at rocking Emirates: Arteta
May 05 2026
Mikel Arteta said that Arsenal fans "set the standards" after the Gunners reached the Champions League final with a 2-1 …
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NFL star Diggs cleared of assaulting personal chef
May 05 2026
Former New England Patriots star Stefon Diggs was acquitted Tuesday of charges that he assaulted his live-in personal …
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Rahm doesn't see 'many ways out' of multi-year LIV deal
May 05 2026
Two-time major champion Jon Rahm revealed he has several years remaining on his LIV Golf contract and doesn't "see many …
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Saka ends Arsenal's 20-year wait to reach Champions League final
May 05 2026
Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years as Bukayo Saka sealed a 1-0 win against …
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Mickelson pulls out of PGA Championship for family issues
May 05 2026
Six-time major winner Phil Mickelson has withdrawn from next week's PGA Championship at Aronimink, citing a personal …
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Wales rugby great Halfpenny to retire
May 05 2026
Wales full-back Leigh Halfpenny announced on Tuesday he will retire at the end of the season, bringing down the curtain …
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Bowlers, Samson keep Chennai afloat in IPL playoff race
May 05 2026
Disciplined bowling and an unbeaten 87 by opener Sanju Samson helped Chennai Super Kings stay in the hunt for the IPL …
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Rahm says player concessions needed to save LIV Golf
May 05 2026
Jon Rahm, thrilled at a new deal allowing him to play on the DP World Tour, said Tuesday he expects LIV Golf players …
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PSG 'not here to defend' against Bayern, says Luis Enrique
May 05 2026
Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said his side's one-goal first leg lead meant "nothing" ahead of Wednesday's …
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Rahm eligible for Ryder Cup after deal with European Tour
May 05 2026
Jon Rahm has reached a deal with the European Tour that will allow him retain his membership and remain eligible for …
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Bayern's Kompany channels 'inner tranquility' before PSG showdown
May 05 2026
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said he was in a state of "total calm" before Wednesday's Champions League …
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Matthews latest England World Cup-winner out of Women's Six Nations
May 05 2026
Alex Matthews has become the latest World Cup-winning England forward to be ruled out of this season's Women's Six …
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Celtic's O'Neill says Hearts' rise good for Scottish football
May 05 2026
Martin O'Neill reckons Hearts putting in a sustained challenge for the Premiership can only benefit Scottish football …
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Injured Mbappe faces backlash over Sardinia trip before Clasico
May 05 2026
Sidelined with a hamstring injury, Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappe has sparked anger among a section of the club's …
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Sabalenka ready to boycott Grand Slams over prize money
May 05 2026
World number one Aryna Sabalenka said Tuesday she was ready to boycott the Grand Slam tournaments in order to have a …
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Murphy warns snooker hopefuls to 'work harder' to match Chinese stars
May 05 2026
Shaun Murphy has warned the rising stars of British snooker to work even harder if they are to compete against the …
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Borthwick backed by RFU to take England to 2027 Rugby World Cup
May 05 2026
Steve Borthwick was backed on Tuesday by the Rugby Football Union (RFU) to be England's coach at the 2027 Rugby World …
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Edin Terzic to become Athletic Bilbao coach next season
May 05 2026
Former Borussia Dortmund boss Edin Terzic will take charge of Athletic Bilbao next season, the club announced on …
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World body in dark over allegations against China badminton chief
May 05 2026
Badminton's world governing body said Tuesday it has not heard from the head of the sport in China and is monitoring his …
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China hails 'our era' as Wu Yize's world snooker triumph goes viral
May 05 2026
Trailblazer Ding Junhui called it "our era" as Wu Yize's World Snooker Championship victory went viral back home in …
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Timberwolves eclipse Spurs as Knicks rout Sixers
May 05 2026
Anthony Edwards returned from injury to eclipse a record-breaking defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama as the …
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Bayern's Kompany promises repeat fireworks in PSG Champions League semi
May 05 2026
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has promised to stick with his high-octane, high-risk approach in Wednesday's …
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A coaching great? Luis Enrique has PSG on brink of another Champions League final
May 05 2026
Luis Enrique will join a select group of coaching greats if he leads Paris Saint-Germain to Champions League glory again …
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Brunson leads Knicks in rout of Sixers
May 05 2026
Jalen Brunson produced a dazzling 35-point performance as the New York Knicks pummeled the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 to …
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Retiring great Sophie Devine wants New Zealand back playing Tests
May 05 2026
New Zealand great Sophie Devine told AFP she wishes she had experienced Test cricket during her illustrious career and …
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