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Norris clinches pole for Dutch Grand Prix
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McLaren driver Lando Norris took pole position for Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix, the world champion pipping Mercedes rivals …
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Serena Williams and Alcaraz unite in US Open mixed doubles
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Serena Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, and second-ranked Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz, a seven-time Slam …
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Man Utd must learn from 'frustrating' defeat at Hull: Carrick
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Michael Carrick admitted Manchester United have "a lot to learn" after suffering a surprise 2-0 defeat at Hull in their …
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Yamaguchi on course for fourth badminton world crown
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Defending champion Akane Yamaguchi stayed on course for her fourth badminton world championship title with a win in the …
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Man Utd humiliated by Hull in dismal start to Premier League season
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Manchester United crashed to a humiliating 2-0 defeat at promoted Hull on Saturday in a dismal start to their Premier …
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Trescothick eager to keep England job despite Hussey approach
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Marcus Trescothick has insisted he wants to continue working with England's Test team even though Mike Hussey has …
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Duplantis locked in on 'grinding' for big bars
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In a year of change, notably tying the knot with his partner and relocating to Monaco, Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis is happy …
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The last lap: Fans, drivers bid fond farewell to Dutch GP
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For three days a year, the quiet residential street of Van Speijkstraat in the sleepy Dutch beach resort of Zandvoort …
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Stokes says decision to leave Headingley off Ashes roster 'shambolic'
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Ben Stokes has labelled the decision not to hold a men's Ashes Test at Headingley next year "shambolic", after Joe Root …
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Silesia Diamond League: four events to watch
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World sprint champions Oblique Seville and Melissa Jefferson-Wooden head a stellar cast of elite track and field …
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Russell wins Dutch GP sprint race, Antonelli fourth
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Mercedes driver George Russell powered to victory in the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race Saturday, making the most of his …
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New arrival Rodri to miss Elche opener: Barca's Flick
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Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said new signing Rodri would not be involved in the Spanish champions' La Liga opener …
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Atletico's Alvarez to return against Villarreal: Simeone
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Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone said striker Julian Alvarez would return to the squad for Sunday's La Liga clash …
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Mercedes driver George Russell wins Dutch GP sprint race
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Mercedes driver George Russell powered to victory in the Dutch Grand Prix sprint race Saturday, making the most of his …
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Australia lead by 101 in 2nd Bangladesh Test as 18 wickets fall on day one
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Australia scratched out a 101-run lead over Bangladesh on Saturday in the second Test, with 18 wickets falling on day …
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Australia lose three wickets after skittling Bangladesh for 64
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Australia lost three quick wickets as Bangladesh fought back on day one of the second Test with the hosts 50-3 at tea …
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Bangladesh all out for 64 in 2nd Test after Starc masterclass
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A rampant Australia tore through the Bangladesh batting Saturday to dismiss them for just 64 on day one of the second …
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Nakashima pounds Fritz, Bejlek beats Keys in Cincinnati upsets
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Brandon Nakashima continued his red-hot pace on Friday, knocking out sixth-seeded Taylor Fritz 7-6 (11/9), 4-6, 6-3 to …
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Starc takes 5-11 to leave Bangladesh reeling in 2nd Test
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Mitchell Starc produced a devastating masterclass to take five wickets in just 22 balls as Australia tore through …
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Injured Rune withdraws from US Open
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Former world number four Holger Rune, sidelined since October by an Achilles tendon injury, has withdrawn from the US …
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Nakashima knocks out Fritz to reach Cincinnati semi-finals
Aug 21 2026
Brandon Nakashima continued his red-hot pace on Friday, knocking out sixth-seeded Taylor Fritz 7-6 (11/9), 4-6, 6-3 to …
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'Solid' Clark takes solo lead at BMW Championship
Aug 21 2026
Wyndham Clark moved into the solo lead with another bogey-free six-under par 64 at the BMW Championship Friday, with …
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Arteta hails Arsenal's desire after perfect start to title defence
Aug 21 2026
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's dominant 3-0 win against Coventry in the opening game of the Premier League season on Friday …
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Betis down Real Sociedad in La Liga opener
Aug 21 2026
Real Betis kicked off their Spanish La Liga campaign with a 1-0 victory over last season's Copa del Rey winners Real …
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Gouiri double fires Marseille past Strasbourg in Ligue 1 opener
Aug 21 2026
Algeria attacker Amine Gouiri scored twice in 20 minutes as Marseille beat Strasbourg 4-0 on Friday in the first game of …
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MLS fines Messi for striking an opponent
Aug 21 2026
Major League Soccer fined Inter Miami's Argentine superstar Lionel Messi an undisclosed amount on Friday for slapping …
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Arsenal rout Coventry to open Premier League season in style
Aug 21 2026
Arsenal made the perfect start to their Premier League title defence with a stylish 3-0 win against Coventry in the …
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Mavericks buy out Thompson, now reportedly bound for Heat
Aug 21 2026
Klay Thompson had his NBA contract bought out by the Dallas Mavericks, the team announced on Friday, and will sign with …
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Giant-killer Bejlek overhauls Keys to reach Cincinnati semi-finals
Aug 21 2026
Sara Bejlek rallied to reach the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Friday, beating Madison Keys 3-6, 6-4, …
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England v Pakistan first Test: Three talking points
Aug 21 2026
England began Joe Root's second spell as full-time Test captain with a totally dominant innings and 103-run win over …
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Werro wins Lausanne 800m, well off world record pace
Aug 21 2026
Switzerland's Audrey Werro clocked a meet best to win the 800m on home soil at the Lausanne Diamond League on Friday, …
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Man Utd agree deal for Brighton midfielder Baleba: reports
Aug 21 2026
Manchester United have agreed to sign Brighton's Cameroon midfielder Carlos Baleba in a £70 million ($95 million) deal, …
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Jones becomes third Englishman to join Inter this summer
Aug 21 2026
Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones became the third Englishman to join Inter Milan in as many weeks on Friday.
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Root hails emerging fast bowlers as England thrash Pakistan
Aug 21 2026
Joe Root said a new-look England pace quartet "don't really understand how good they are" after helping him launch his …
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A-Rod ups T-Wolves stake in $4.5bn ownership change
Aug 21 2026
Retired baseball star Alex Rodriguez said on Friday he is upping his investment in Minnesota's Timberwolves and Lynx …
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'Grateful' ex-world champion Alaphilippe retires from cycling
Aug 21 2026
Former world champion Julian Alaphilippe confirmed on Friday he had retired from cycling after media reports earlier in …
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Give LIV Golf 'one more shot,' says DeChambeau
Aug 21 2026
Bryson DeChambeau has urged the golf world to give the divisive breakaway LIV tour "one more shot" as it scrambles to …
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Duplantis hits the high notes for athletics anthem
Aug 21 2026
Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis has revolutionised the pole vault and now the Swede has sung the official anthem for the World …
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Malaysia's JDT claim unbeaten run world record
Aug 21 2026
Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) claimed a new world record for the longest unbeaten run in top-flight league …
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Malaysia's JDT claims unbeaten run world record
Aug 21 2026
Malaysia's Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) claimed a new world record for the longest unbeaten run in top-flight league …
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England start life after Bazball with rout of Pakistan
Aug 21 2026
England launched their post-Bazball era with an innings and 103-run thrashing of Pakistan in the first Test at …
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Russell roars to Dutch GP sprint pole, Antonelli fifth
Aug 21 2026
Mercedes driver George Russell clinched pole position for Saturday's sprint race at the Dutch Grand Prix, setting the …
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Argentina's Paredes suspended for 10 games for World Cup fight
Aug 21 2026
Midfielder Leandro Paredes and several Argentina team-mates have received bans and fines for their part in clashes with …
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Arsenal sign Villa centre-back Konsa as champions bolster defence
Aug 21 2026
Premier League champions Arsenal have signed England defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa in a deal worth a reported £51 …
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Russell takes pole for Dutch GP sprint
Aug 21 2026
Mercedes driver George Russell will be on pole position for Saturday's sprint race at the Dutch Grand Prix, setting the …
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Shakhtar Donetsk to play Champions League home games at Chelsea
Aug 21 2026
Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk have agreed a deal to play their Champions League home games at Chelsea's Stamford …
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England thrash Pakistan by an innings and 103 runs in first Test
Aug 21 2026
England launched their post-Bazball era with an innings and 103-run thrashing of Pakistan in the first Test at …
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Spurs spending spree vital to raise standards: De Zerbi
Aug 21 2026
Roberto De Zerbi has claimed Tottenham's frenzied spending was essential as they aim to avoid a repeat of last season's …
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Fury says Joshua fight 'doesn't look like it's going to happen'
Aug 21 2026
Tyson Fury says his long-awaited heavyweight fight with Anthony Joshua "doesn't look like it's going to happen" in a …
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Argentina's Paredes suspended 10 matches by FIFA for World Cup fight
Aug 21 2026
Midfielder Leandro Paredes and several Argentina players have received bans and fines for their part in clashes with …
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World No.1 Sinner withdraws from US Open with knee injury
Aug 21 2026
World number one Jannik Sinner confirmed on Friday he will not compete in the US Open, the final Grand Slam of the …
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Watkins and Martinez could join Villa exodus says Emery
Aug 21 2026
Unai Emery has revealed Ollie Watkins and Emiliano Martinez could be the next Aston Villa players to join the exodus …
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Judge allows UK rugby brain injury court case to continue to trial
Aug 21 2026
A legal case involving hundreds of former rugby players who allege they suffered brain injuries during their careers can …
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All Blacks just as good as Springboks, says captain Savea
Aug 21 2026
New Zealand captain Ardie Savea says his team are "just as good" as world champions South Africa ahead of a four-Test …
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Man City boss Maresca hit with Doku injury blow
Aug 21 2026
Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca has suffered a blow on the eve of the Premier League season after Belgium winger …
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Iraola wants to sign wingers to boost Liverpool's attacking options
Aug 21 2026
Andoni Iraola admits Liverpool need to sign more wingers as they get used to life without Egypt star Mohamed Salah.
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Maresca needs time to succeed after 'big changes' at Man City
Aug 21 2026
Enzo Maresca insists he can replicate Manchester City's success under Pep Guardiola if he is given time to handle the …
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Cyclist Alaphilippe attracts tributes as reports say he has quit
Aug 21 2026
Race organisers paid tribute on Friday to cyclist Julian Alaphilippe, who is set to retire at the age of 34, although …
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Top-ranked An, holder Yamaguchi reach badminton worlds semi-finals
Aug 21 2026
South Korea's world number one An Se-young and defending champion Akane Yamaguchi registered strong wins to reach the …
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Archer double strengthens England's grip on first Test against Pakistan
Aug 21 2026
Jofra Archer rocked Pakistan with an early double strike as England pressed for an innings victory in the first Test at …
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Antonelli fastest in sole Dutch GP practice session
Aug 21 2026
Mercedes teen sensation Kimi Antonelli turned in the fastest lap in the sole practice session Friday for the Dutch Grand …
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England all out for 409, lead Pakistan by 238 runs in 1st Test
Aug 21 2026
England enjoyed a flurry of tailend runs before they were dismissed for 409 by Pakistan on the third day of the first …
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Premier League returns with Arsenal eyeing title dynasty
Aug 21 2026
Champions Arsenal kick off the Premier League season on Friday reinforced by astute signings as boss Mikel Arteta …
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Spurs agree deal to sign Man City's Savinho: reports
Aug 21 2026
Tottenham have agreed a deal to sign Manchester City winger Savinho for an initial fee of around £75 million ($102 …
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Bayern knew about Musiala's condition 'a long time ago' says Kompany
Aug 21 2026
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said Friday the club were aware of midfielder Jamal Musiala's neurological disorder …
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Real Madrid star players are compatible: Mourinho
Aug 21 2026
New Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho on Friday insisted his team's star players could fit together ahead of Los Blancos' …
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Djibouti football federation accused of misusing funds
Aug 21 2026
The tiny Horn of Africa nation of Djibouti is embroiled in a football corruption row after a government audit accused …
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Australia's Hussey mulls role with England for Ashes series
Aug 21 2026
Australian great Mike Hussey could face his own country in the Ashes after saying Friday he was open to joining England …
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Eel-powered Japan whizz-kid, 11, chases Asian Games history
Aug 21 2026
Yuki Kurihara will become Japan's youngest athlete in Asian Games history next month and the 11-year-old eSports …
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Rosenior seeks to match Paris FC's capital ambition as Ligue 1 returns
Aug 21 2026
Paris FC, owned by LVMH chief Bernard Arnault, are hoping to consolidate their position in France's Ligue 1 guided by …
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Barcelona enter new era as Flick targets La Liga hat-trick
Aug 21 2026
Hansi Flick's second season at Barcelona built on the success of his first, with the German coach guiding the Catalan …
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Inter set for Serie A title defence as Milan get Amorim reboot
Aug 21 2026
Inter Milan begin their Serie A title defence on Saturday as clear favourites to retain the Scudetto, but the reigning …
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Pogacar favourite for Vuelta with Grand Tour treble in sight
Aug 21 2026
Five-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar is the overwhelming favourite to win the Vuelta a Espana, which starts …
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'Greatest' Springboks face All Blacks in clash of juggernauts
Aug 21 2026
Springbok legend Victor Matfield believes the current South Africa team is the "greatest we have ever had".
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Bangladesh coach Simmons wary of Australia backlash in second Test
Aug 21 2026
Bangladesh coach Phil Simmons has warned his players that Australia will come at them "harder" in the second Test at …
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Swiatek into Cincinnati semis after Rybakina injury
Aug 21 2026
Iga Swiatek moved into the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters as Elena Rybakina was forced to retire with a …
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Champions Arsenal embrace being 'hunted' as Premier League returns
Aug 21 2026
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal will embrace being "hunted" by their title rivals as the new Premier League season kicks off …
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World No.2 Rybakina retires from Cincinnati clash with Swiatek
Aug 21 2026
World number two Elena Rybakina had to quit her quarter-final at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters, retiring while trailing …
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Maradona trial on hold over possible medical evidence mix-up
Aug 21 2026
The latest trial over the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona was suspended Thursday following claims that …
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McIlroy bounces back to share BMW Championship lead
Aug 20 2026
Rory McIlroy fired an impressive six-under par 64 to headline a five-way tie for the lead on Thursday at the BMW …
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Cobolli fueled by candy in sweet defeat of Paul
Aug 20 2026
Flavio Cobolli advanced to the semi-finals of the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Masters on Thursday with a 2-6, 6-3, 6-4 win over …
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Pogacar eyes 'missing' piece ahead of Vuelta return
Aug 20 2026
Tadej Pogacar said on Thursday that winning the Vuelta a Espana would fulfil one of the few major ambitions left in his …
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Pegula hangs on to dispatch Anisimova, reach Cincinnati semi-finals
Aug 20 2026
World number three Jessica Pegula extended her dominance over Amanda Anisimova on Thursday, beating her fellow American …
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Duplantis edges Karalis to win Lausanne Diamond League pole vault
Aug 20 2026
Pole vault world record holder Armand Duplantis edged a gripping battle with his Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis to win …
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Ronaldinho returns in search of 'beautiful' 300th goal
Aug 20 2026
Former Brazil star Ronaldinho, who retired from the game in 2015, said on Thursday that he was making a comeback 11 …
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Brook makes Pakistan pay for drop as England dominate first Test
Aug 20 2026
Harry Brook punished Pakistan for dropping him at the start of his innings Thursday with a quickfire 91 that …
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Former NBA MVP Harden reportedly set to return to Cavaliers
Aug 20 2026
Former NBA Most Valuable Player James Harden has agreed to a new three-year, $97 million contract to return to the …
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Alcaraz to return for US Open title defence
Aug 20 2026
Carlos Alcaraz announced on Thursday that he will return at the US Open to defend his title after recovering from a …
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Newcastle boss Jaissle unfazed by lack of respect
Aug 20 2026
Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle insists he doesn't care about the lack of respect for his team ahead of the new …
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US Open purse to top $100 mn as Grand Slams form player council
Aug 20 2026
The US Open purse will top $100 million for the first time, a 20% increase on last year's $85 million that the US Tennis …
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Carrick insists Man Utd will make more signings after quiet transfer window
Aug 20 2026
Michael Carrick expects Manchester United's Premier League title challenge to be bolstered by new signings after his …
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Hull aim to silence critics after unexpected promotion to Premier League
Aug 20 2026
Hull manager Sergej Jakirovic vowed to silence his club's critics after they were labelled relegation certainties ahead …
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Pakistan hit back against England after Cox and Root fifties
Aug 20 2026
Pakistan dismissed Jordan Cox and Joe Root to give themselves renewed hope in the first Test against England at …
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Kenya's Kipyegon ends season with hamstring injury
Aug 20 2026
Kenyan middle-distance star Faith Kipyegon has ended her season due to a hamstring injury and will miss next month's …
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Wang downs Sindhu to break Indian hearts at badminton worlds
Aug 20 2026
China's world number three Wang Zhi Yi overcame severe cramps to down Indian star P.V. Sindhu and reach the …
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German football fans plan widespread VAR protests
Aug 20 2026
German football club fan groups are planning to launch widespread protests over VAR technology during the first round of …
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Alonso won't confirm Fernandez will remain at Chelsea after Man City link
Aug 20 2026
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso refused to reveal if Enzo Fernandez wants to remain at Stamford Bridge after the Argentina …
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Newly-crowned European champ Werro turns focus on 800m record
Aug 20 2026
Newly-crowned European 800m champion Audrey Werro will turn her attention from her stunning triumph in Birmingham last …
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Hamilton 'fittest ever' as he chases eighth F1 title
Aug 20 2026
Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton said Thursday he had spent the summer break training not partying, …
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Arteta confirms Arsenal want to sign defender after Konsa link
Aug 20 2026
Mikel Arteta has confirmed Arsenal want to sign a defender and are "active" in the transfer market after reports the …
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Barca seal Cancelo return to bolster defence
Aug 20 2026
Barcelona have signed defender Joao Cancelo on a free transfer, the Spanish champions said Thursday.
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Spurs eyeing move for Man City's Savinho and Marmoush - reports
Aug 20 2026
Tottenham Hotspur are in talks with Manchester City to sign forwards Savinho and Omar Marmoush from their Premier League …
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