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Noskova's glimpse of Wimbledon trophy inspired title glory
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Linda Noskova revealed a glimpse of the Wimbledon trophy during a bathroom break inspired her fightback to beat Karolina …
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Argentina beat porous Wales in Nations Championship
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Argentina snuffed out the brief Welsh rugby revival on Saturday with a 35-21 win in San Juan to conclude the second …
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Morant looks forward to fresh start in Portland
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Two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant says he's looking forward to a chance to start over with the Portland Trail Blazers …
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Stones, Madueke start England World Cup quarter-final against Norway
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John Stones and Noni Madueke came into the England side for Saturday's World Cup quarter-final against Norway as Ezri …
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England, Norway battle heat as Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight
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England and Norway were preparing to lock horns in a blockbuster World Cup quarter-final battle of elite strikers in …
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Scotland third best team in world, says Erasmus after Boks win
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South Africa head coach Rassie Erasmus called Scotland "a great side" after the world champions triumphed 42-28 in a …
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Italy icon Maldini gets key role with Italian FA
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Italian football icon Paolo Maldini has been appointed technical director of the national football federation (FIGC) …
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Former skipper Knight to retire from England women's duty after Lord's Test
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Heather Knight, England's 2017 World Cup-winning captain and the most capped women's player in England history, …
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England boss Borthwick coy over starting Pollock after Fiji hat-trick
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England coach Steve Borthwick refused to say if he would start Henry Pollock after the Northampton flanker produced …
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Piercing, matcha rituals lead Noskova in Kvitova's footsteps
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An all-round athlete invoking lucky charms including a nose piercing, Linda Noskova showed remarkable grit to follow in …
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Ton-up Buttler takes new No 1 England to T20 series sweep of India
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Jos Buttler's first international century in three years powered England to an emphatic 56-run victory over India at …
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Five-wicket Gaud stars before India run riot in women's Test at Lord's
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Kranti Gaud took five wickets before Smriti Mandhana once more piled on the runs against England as India continued to …
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Noskova survives tearful meltdown to win first Wimbledon title
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Linda Noskova won her first Wimbledon title in astonishing style on Saturday as the tearful Czech recovered from wasting …
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Kriel seals thrilling win for South Africa over brave Scotland
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Jesse Kriel scored a 78th-minute try to seal a 42-28 victory for South Africa over Scotland in a thrilling Nations …
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Tour de France stage to be shortened amid heatwave as sprinter Merlier doubles up
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Tour de France organisers for the first time in the race's history have decided to shorten a stage due to intense heat, …
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Noskova cries tears of joy after emotional Wimbledon final
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Tearful Linda Noskova admitted her astonishing Wimbledon final victory over close friend Karolina Muchova was an …
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Lone foray cost Slock, says breakaway Tour de France partner
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Liam Slock blew his chances of a Tour de France stage victory after 175km in a breakaway when he took off on his own, …
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Ryu loses count as she blasts 60 for Evian lead
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Ryu Hae-ran put herself in position to win a second women's major this season as she blazed a spectacular third-round 60 …
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Merlier doubles up in Tour de France sprint stages
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Belgian Tim Merlier dominated a bunch sprint finish for the second day running to claim victory in the eighth stage of …
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Pollock a hat-trick hero as England hammer Fiji to end losing streak
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Henry Pollock scored a hat-trick of tries as England ended their five-match losing streak with a 73-8 Nations …
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Sunday's Tour de France ninth stage shortened due to 'intense heatwave'
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Tour de France organisers announced on Saturday that the next day's ninth stage would be shortened by 30km due to the …
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South Africa World Cup midfielder Adams dies at 25
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South African midfielder Jayden Adams, who represented his country at the ongoing World Cup, died Saturday at the age of …
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Pollock scores a hat-trick as England hammer Fiji to end losing streak
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Henry Pollock scored a hat-trick of tries as England ended their five-match losing streak with a 73-8 Nations …
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Merlier wins eighth stage of the Tour de France in bunch sprint
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Belgian Tim Merlier dominated a bunch sprint finish for the second day running to claim victory in the eighth stage of …
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Sinner defends Wimbledon crown against revitalised Zverev
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Reigning champion Jannik Sinner takes a 13-match Wimbledon winning streak into Sunday's final at the All England Club …
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Former nearly-man Zverev on cusp of French Open-Wimbledon double
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After trying for over a decade to win a Grand Slam title and overcoming an array of challenges, Alexander Zverev is one …
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Jannik Sinner: Quiet man of tennis basks in the limelight
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Jannik Sinner is the quiet man of tennis who has become a big noise, targeting a second consecutive Wimbledon title on …
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Five-wicket Gaud puts India on top in inaugural women's Test at Lord's
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Kranti Gaud became the first woman to claim a place on the Lord's honours boards for her performance in a Test with a …
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Marc Marquez still 'King of the Ring' after winning Sprint at German MotoGP
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Seven-time world champion Marc Marquez demonstrated his continued mastery of the Sachsenring with victory in Saturday's …
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Klopp reaches 'understanding' to take over as Germany coach
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The German Football Federation (DFB) announced on Saturday that it was close to an agreement with Jurgen Klopp for him …
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Patten, Heliovaara crowned Wimbledon men's doubles champions
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Henry Patten and Harri Heliovaara won the Wimbledon men's doubles title with a 7-6 (7/4), 7-6 (7/3) victory over Marcelo …
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England battle Norway as Argentina face Swiss in World Cup last eight
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England lock horns with Norway in a World Cup quarter-final in Miami on Saturday that pits Harry Kane against Erling …
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'Relieved' Farrell credits pluck of the Irish after Japan examination
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Ireland coach Andy Farrell admitted Saturday the 36-20 scoreline against Japan flattered his much-changed team and he …
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Ireland 'flattered' as they beat Japan to stretch win streak
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A new-look Ireland ground out a 36-20 victory over an energetic Japan in the Nations Championship on Saturday to stretch …
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India strike early before England lose Jones in women's Test at Lord's
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India struck three early blows before capturing the prize wicket of Amy Jones in the inaugural women's Test at Lord's on …
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Ireland tame Japan 36-20 to stretch win streak to six
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A new-look Ireland ground out a 36-20 victory over an energetic Japan in the Nations Championship on Saturday to stretch …
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Marc Marquez claims pole at Germany MotoGP, Bezzecchi breaks collarbone
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Marc Marquez secured pole position for the Germany MotoGP after the Spaniard set the fastest time on his Ducati in …
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Marc Marquez claims pole at Germany MotoGP
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Marc Marquez secured pole position for the Germany MotoGP after the Spaniard set the fastest time on his Ducati in …
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France roar back to overwhelm Australia 42-26 in Nations Championship
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France came back from a nine-point half-time deficit to beat Australia 42-26 in a pulsating Nations Championship clash …
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France overwhelm Australia 42-26 in Nations Championship
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France came back from a nine-point half-time deficit to beat Australia 42-26 in a pulsating Nations Championship clash …
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German-born Segner 'over the moon' as All Blacks dream comes true
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Anton Segner said he was "over the moon" after on Saturday becoming the first German-born player to represent the All …
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Jordan humbled to break try record as All Blacks rout Italy 47-17
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Will Jordan scored a hat-trick but found it "hugely humbling" to become New Zealand's record try-scorer as Italy were …
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African results justify World Cup slots increase amid criticism
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When four-time World Cup winners Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 tournament, then head coach Gennaro Gattuso …
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Duplantis thrives on new home turf in Monaco
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A tilt at a 16th world record might not have manifested itself, but newly-minted Monaco resident Armand 'Mondo' …
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Jordan breaks All Blacks try record in 47-17 rout of Italy
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Will Jordan scored a hat-trick to become New Zealand's record try-scorer as Italy were overwhelmed 47-17 in a fast-paced …
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Scaloni wants 'never-say-die' legacy for Argentina
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Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gave up" as he prepares them to …
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Scaloni wants Argentina's legacy to be 'never say die'
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Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gives up" as he prepares them to …
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England's Rice, Guehi and James train ahead of Norway World Cup clash
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England received a boost on the eve of their World Cup quarter-final against Norway after Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and …
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Courtois 'proud' as sun sets on Belgium's 'Golden Generation'
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Thibaut Courtois said he was proud of Belgium's fabled "Golden Generation" on Friday as their final shot at winning a …
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Spain into World Cup semi-final with France after late strike against Belgium
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Spain struck late to beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday and move onto a blockbuster World Cup semi-final against France after a …
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'Beast' Haaland a different player to me, says Kane
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England captain Harry Kane labelled Erling Haaland "a machine" but said he and Norway's "beast" of a number nine are …
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Wemby inks Spurs extension, tells fans 'I'm here to stay'
Jul 10 2026
Victor Wembanyama signed a long-term contract extension with the NBA San Antonio Spurs on Friday after telling …
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Spain set up World Cup semi-final with France after late win against Belgium
Jul 10 2026
Spain beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday to move into a blockbuster World Cup semi-final against France after a hectic game …
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My goals don't matter if we win World Cup, says Yamal
Jul 10 2026
Lamine Yamal said if Spain wins the World Cup nobody will care about his failure to score, after the teen superstar was …
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Courtois backs Lammens to bounce back after World Cup blunder
Jul 10 2026
Thibaut Courtois rallied behind Belgium substitute goalkeeper Senne Lammens on Friday after the Manchester United …
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Spain's Merino living 'wildest dreams' with late World Cup winners
Jul 10 2026
Mikel Merino, who smashed in the World Cup quarter-final winner against Belgium in the 88th minute on Friday, said it …
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NBA T-Wolves add Ball and Green as James eyes options
Jul 10 2026
With LeBron James still looking at options for a new NBA home, the Minnesota Timberwolves adjusted their roster on …
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Merino strikes late as Spain beat Belgium to set up France World Cup semi
Jul 10 2026
Super sub Mikel Merino broke Belgian hearts and sent Spain through to a World Cup semi-final against France with a late …
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Alfred trumps Thomas in battle of Olympic sprint champions
Jul 10 2026
Julien Alfred emerged with bragging rights in a battle of women's Olympic champions when she beat American Gabrielle …
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Ohtani to miss All-Star Game for treatment on knee
Jul 10 2026
Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his scheduled pitching start on Friday with left knee …
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Hundreds of Peruvian newborns named after Norway striker Haaland
Jul 10 2026
Droves of Peruvian football fans have named their newborns after Norway's star striker Erling Haaland ahead of his …
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Deschamps leads France to familiar territory in final World Cup
Jul 10 2026
Didier Deschamps has had to cope with personal tragedy and the looming realisation that his long spell as coach of …
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Edwards leaves role with Liverpool owners FSG
Jul 10 2026
Michael Edwards has quit his role as chief executive of football with Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group, the company …
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Alfred goes third in 200m all-time list, Wanyonyi smashes 1km mark
Jul 10 2026
Julien Alfred and Emmanuel Wanyonyi delivered two masterclasses with outstanding victories in a high-quality Diamond …
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Wemby to Spurs fans: 'I'm here to stay, whatever it takes'
Jul 10 2026
Victor Wembanyama had a message for San Antonio Spurs fans on Friday while other NBA stars look for new teams as free …
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'No secret' that Kane v Haaland the key to England clash, says Norway coach Solbakken
Jul 10 2026
Norway coach Stale Solbakken said the showdown between Erling Haaland and Harry Kane will go a long way to deciding his …
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Scheffler misses first cut in four years as McIlroy leads at Scottish Open
Jul 10 2026
Scottie Scheffler's four-year run of 78 successive made cuts finally came to an end as the world number one crashed out …
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Sinner salutes 'true inspiration' Djokovic after ending rival's Wimbledon bid
Jul 10 2026
Jannik Sinner hailed Novak Djokovic as a "true inspiration" as the defending Wimbledon champion revealed he had to raise …
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India's Mandhana stars in inaugural women's Test at Lord's
Jul 10 2026
India opener Smriti Mandhana fell agonisingly short of becoming the first woman to score a Test century at Lord's as the …
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Wanyonyi sets new world best in men's 1,000m
Jul 10 2026
World and Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi set a new world's best in the men's 1,000m at the Diamond League meet in …
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Djokovic expects to be back at Wimbledon next year
Jul 10 2026
Novak Djokovic said he expects to play Wimbledon "at least one more time" after the Serb's bid for an eighth All England …
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Sinner, Zverev power into Wimbledon final
Jul 10 2026
Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev swept into the Wimbledon final in ruthless style on Friday, leaving broken dreams in …
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Xhaka tells Swiss fans to 'keep dreaming' ahead of Argentina World Cup clash
Jul 10 2026
Switzerland captain Granit Xhaka told fans to "keep dreaming" as he prepares to lead his team against Lionel Messi's …
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Slick Sinner scuppers Djokovic record bid to make Wimbledon final
Jul 10 2026
Reigning champion Jannik Sinner clinically swept aside record-chasing Novak Djokovic in the Wimbledon semi-finals on …
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Vinicius apologizes to Brazilians for World Cup 'frustration'
Jul 10 2026
Vinicius Junior apologized to Brazilian fans on Friday for the "enormous frustration" caused by their World Cup …
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Zverev hungry for Wimbledon glory after Paris breakthrough
Jul 10 2026
Alexander Zverev said he is "hungry" for more silverware after the French Open champion swaggered into his first …
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England risk losing Guehi for Norway World Cup quarter-final
Jul 10 2026
Centre-back Marc Guehi is at risk of missing England's World Cup quarter-final on Saturday against Norway as he tries to …
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Woad is unruffled by the lake as she sails into Evian lead
Jul 10 2026
Lottie Woad found her range on Friday as she birdied five of the last eight holes for a seven-under par second round and …
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Fery expects to thrive in spotlight after Wimbledon fairytale
Jul 10 2026
Arthur Fery insists he can handle the increased scrutiny and expectations that will follow his fairytale run at …
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Merlier wins Tour de France seventh stage in sprint finish
Jul 10 2026
Belgian Tim Merlier won the Tour de France seventh stage in a sprint finish at the end of a 175km run from Hagetmau to …
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Brook hoping for double England cricket and football triumph
Jul 10 2026
Harry Brook hopes to be involved in a special England cricket and football 'double' this weekend.
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Pressure off for 'scared' Merlier after Tour de France stage win
Jul 10 2026
Tim Merlier admitted that he had been "scared" that he might not win a Tour de France stage this year before he …
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Indian cricket board to review T20 team's 'bad phase'
Jul 10 2026
India's cricket board will review the T20 team's performance after a dismal run that saw the world champions lose …
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England captain George 'buzzing for special talent' Caluori
Jul 10 2026
England captain Jamie George said he had "never seen anything like the athletic ability" of Noah Calouri as his teenage …
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India's Mandhana and Kaur fall in inaugural women's Test at Lord's
Jul 10 2026
India suffered a double blow as opener Smriti Mandhana fell agonisingly short of becoming the first woman to score a …
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Zverev ends wildcard Fery's run to reach first Wimbledon final
Jul 10 2026
French Open champion Alexander Zverev ended the remarkable run of British wildcard Arthur Fery with a dominant …
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New Portugal coach Jesus 'will call up' Ronaldo if available
Jul 10 2026
Portugal appointed Jorge Jesus as their new national team coach on Friday and he said he would continue to call on …
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England advised to avoid alcohol after off-field dramas - report
Jul 10 2026
England men's cricketers have been advised to avoid drinking alcohol on the day before and after matches under new …
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Fiji captain shrugs off chairman's criticism ahead of England clash
Jul 10 2026
Fiji captain Tevita Ikanivere insists his players are unconcerned by a call from the country's top rugby official to …
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Hundreds welcome Salah's Egypt home after best World Cup run
Jul 10 2026
Hundreds of euphoric supporters welcomed home Egypt's national football team on Friday after the country's best-ever …
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Finally healthy, music lover Muchova eyes Wimbledon glory
Jul 10 2026
Karolina Muchova's injury-plagued career was in danger of coming to a premature end just four years ago, but now the …
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Muchova, Noskova put friendship on hold to fight for Wimbledon title
Jul 10 2026
Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova will fight for the Wimbledon title on Saturday, but the Czech pair's bond will remain …
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Mandhana's fifty lights up inaugural women's Test at Lord's
Jul 10 2026
Smriti Mandhana's sparkling unbeaten fifty led India to 122-3 against England at lunch on the opening day of the …
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England World Cup winner Stiles died with brain injury, court told
Jul 10 2026
England World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a traumatic brain injury, a court heard Friday as a coroner ruled an …
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England bowl against India in historic first women's Test at Lord's
Jul 10 2026
England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt won the toss and elected to field against India on Friday as Lord's finally played host …
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Spain aim for World Cup date with France by beating Belgium
Jul 10 2026
European champions Spain are on a World Cup collision course with Kylian Mbappe's France if they can beat Belgium in a …
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Beirne hails 'special moment' as he prepares to captain Ireland
Jul 10 2026
Tadhg Beirne said Friday it was a "special, special moment" to be captaining Ireland after being handed the armband to …
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Wallabies skipper Wilson has full faith in rookie flyhalf
Jul 10 2026
Australian captain Harry Wilson insisted Friday that he had complete faith in flyhalf Declan Meredith, who will be …
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Australia's Big Bash League to open season in India
Jul 10 2026
Australia's Twenty20 Big Bash League will open its season this year in Chennai -- the first foreign cricket league to …
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Disappointment at Morocco's World Cup exit cannot mask pride
Jul 10 2026
The vuvuzelas finally fell quiet in Morocco on Thursday as the only African team left in the World Cup came up against …
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Mbappe, Dembele fire France past Morocco into World Cup semi-finals
Jul 10 2026
France underscored their status as the World Cup's team to beat on Thursday, overpowering African champions Morocco with …
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'Everyone' expects Spain to beat us, says Belgium coach
Jul 10 2026
Coach Rudi Garcia said "everyone" expects his Belgium team to be eliminated by Spain in Friday's World Cup …
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