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Atletico punish 10-man Barcelona, take control of Champions League tie
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Julian Alvarez and Alexander Sorloth's goals earned Atletico Madrid a commanding 2-0 lead over 10-man Barcelona in a …
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Dominant PSG leave Liverpool right up against it in Champions League tie
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Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored the goals to give a dominant Paris Saint-Germain a 2-0 win over Liverpool …
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Laurance 'becomes someone else' to nab Basque Tour stage win
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Frenchman Axel Laurance said he "became someone else" to clinch the third stage of the Tour of the Basque Country on …
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Buttler hits form with IPL fifty as Gujarat win last-ball thriller
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England's Jos Buttler struck form with a fluent 52 to help Gujarat Titans to their first win of the 2026 IPL as they …
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Betis earn draw in Europa League quarter-final at Braga
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Real Betis fought back to earn a 1-1 draw in their Europa League quarter-final first leg at Braga on Wednesday.
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Medvedev thrashed at Monte Carlo as Zverev battles through
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Daniil Medvedev slipped to an embarrassing 6-0, 6-0 thrashing by Matteo Berrettini in the Monte Carlo Masters second …
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Five US multiple major champions seek first Masters win
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Five Americans with multiple major triumphs but no green jacket made final preparations Wednesday at Augusta National on …
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Howell got McIlroy ball as kid and now joins him at Masters
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Rory McIlroy tossed a golf ball to a child at the 2016 Players Championship and that kid, US Amateur champion Mason …
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Augusta boss eyes tradition and innovation balance at Masters
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Augusta National Golf Club chairman Fred Ridley says the home of the Masters won't create fictional scripted dramas …
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Leicester close to third tier after points deduction appeal dismissed
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Leicester's appeal against a six-point deduction for breaching financial rules was rejected on Wednesday, plunging the …
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Laurance 'becomes someone else' to nab Tour of the Basque Country stage win
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Frenchman Axel Laurance said he "became someone else" to clinch the third stage of the Tour of the Basque Country on …
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Laurance pips Arrieta to Tour of the Basque Country third stage win
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Frenchman Axel Laurance clinched the third stage of the Tour of the Basque Country on Wednesday after a late two-man …
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Medvedev thrashed 6-0, 6-0 by Berrettini, Zverev battles through
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Daniil Medvedev slipped to an embarrassing 6-0, 6-0 thrashing by Matteo Berrettini in the Monte Carlo Masters second …
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Italy great Parisse appointed Azzurri forwards coach
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Former Italy captain Sergio Parisse will take over as the Azzurri's assistant forwards coach later this year, the …
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CAF president visits Dakar following AFCON trophy reversal
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The president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) was in Dakar Wednesday, nearly a month after the body's …
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Medvedev thrashed 6-0, 6-0 by Berrettini in Monte Carlo
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Daniil Medvedev suffered an embarrassing 6-0, 6-0 humbling at the hands of Matteo Berrettini in the second round of the …
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Australia's O'Callaghan sets sights on Titmus's 200m freestyle world record
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Olympic champion Mollie O'Callaghan said Wednesday she has Ariarne Titmus's 200m freestyle world record in her sights …
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Warner aware of 'seriousness' of drink-driving charges: Cricket NSW
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Cricket New South Wales said on Wednesday it would support David Warner after he was charged with drink-driving, adding …
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China says investigating 'malicious' cyberbullying of teen diving star
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China's top sports authority said on Wednesday it was investigating "malicious" online attacks against teenage diving …
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Rockets comeback sinks Phoenix on Durant return
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Kevin Durant scored 24 points against his former team to help inspire the Houston Rockets to a come-from-behind 119-105 …
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Sooryavanshi, 15, hailed as 'amazing, fearless' after acing Bumrah test
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was hailed as "amazing" and "fearless" after the 15-year-old underlined his rare talent with an …
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Unbeaten legend Winx's $7 million foal retires without racing
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Legendary mare Winx's first surviving foal, that sold for a record Aus$10 million (US$7 million), was retired on …
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Forest's Igor Jesus eyes Europa League 'dream', Villa brace for Bologna in quarters
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Nottingham Forest may be fighting for Premier League survival this term but Thursday's trip to Porto for their Europa …
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In-demand prop De Lutiis rebuffs Ireland to commit to Australia
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In-demand tighthead prop Massimo De Lutiis on Wednesday rebuffed Ireland and Ulster to commit to Australian rugby and …
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McIlroy chases Masters repeat at lightning-fast Augusta
Apr 07 2026
Rory McIlroy seeks a historic repeat victory starting Thursday at the 90th Masters, while world number one Scottie …
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Bayern's Kompany praises 'special' Neuer display in win at Real Madrid
Apr 07 2026
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany hailed goalkeeper Manuel Neuer after his team secured a 2-1 Champions League …
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Arsenal's Raya hailed as 'world's best keeper' after denying Sporting
Apr 07 2026
David Raya was hailed as the world's best goalkeeper by Arsenal's Kai Havertz after the pair inspired Tuesday's 1-0 win …
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Havertz strikes late as Arsenal steal Champions League advantage against Sporting
Apr 07 2026
Kai Havertz snatched a last-gasp winner as Arsenal bounced back from their domestic distress to steal a 1-0 victory at …
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Diaz, Kane give Bayern Champions League edge at Real Madrid
Apr 07 2026
Luis Diaz and Harry Kane scored the goals that gave dominant Bayern Munich a crucial 2-1 Champions League quarter-final …
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Diaz, Kane give Bayern vital Champions League win at Real
Apr 07 2026
Luis Diaz and Harry Kane scored the goals that gave dominant Bayern Munich a crucial 2-1 Champions League quarter-final …
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Former Romania coach Lucescu dies aged 80
Apr 07 2026
Mircea Lucescu, who left his position as coach of the Romanian national team last week, has died at the age of 80 …
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'Nice to get a 2nd chance': Slot tips Liverpool to bounce back against PSG
Apr 07 2026
Under-fire Liverpool coach Arne Slot said his team will bounce back from their latest setback in a difficult season as …
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Jaiswal, Sooryavanshi fire Rajasthan to win in rain-hit IPL clash
Apr 07 2026
Openers Yashasvi Jaiswal and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit blistering knocks to lead Rajasthan Royals to a …
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Extra Masters security eases anxiety battle for Woodland
Apr 07 2026
Gary Woodland will have special security this week at the Masters as he battles anxiety and stress following 2023 brain …
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Atletico's Simeone hails 'exemplary' departing Griezmann
Apr 07 2026
Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone hailed departing forward Antoine Griezmann ahead of the club's Champions League …
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Relaxed McIlroy finds new challenges after Masters win
Apr 07 2026
Putting on a green jacket has lifted an incredible weight off the shoulders of Rory McIlroy as the relaxed reigning …
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Fitzpatrick tries to balance goals ahead of Masters
Apr 07 2026
Matt Fitzpatrick said his hot form means he has never been more confident entering the Masters, but the world number six …
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McIlroy starting with Young, Howell in Masters repeat bid
Apr 07 2026
Defending champion Rory McIlroy will tee off alongside third-ranked Cameron Young and US Amateur winner Mason Howell on …
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Seixas climbs to victory to extend Basque Tour lead
Apr 07 2026
Teenage French starlet Paul Seixas stretched his overall lead at the Tour of the Basque Country on Tuesday after …
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Isak named in Liverpool squad for PSG clash after long injury absence
Apr 07 2026
Alexander Isak has been included in the Liverpool squad for Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final first-leg at …
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Young says rise up rankings gives him belief for Masters
Apr 07 2026
Cameron Young said that his recent rise up the golf rankings has shown that he can put himself in a position to win …
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Rahm confident of playing '27 Ryder Cup and DP World Tour
Apr 07 2026
Jon Rahm says he is confident he will play in next year's Ryder Cup and on the DP World Tour in September despite a …
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Major dreams and Middle East War in Fleetwood's Masters thoughts
Apr 07 2026
While Tommy Fleetwood dreams of winning his first major title at this week's Masters, the Dubai resident's thoughts are …
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Sinner and Alcaraz start fast on Monte Carlo clay in race for No.1
Apr 07 2026
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz continued their duel for the world number one ranking before the French Open as they …
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Sinner keeps run going by crushing Humbert in Monte Carlo
Apr 07 2026
World No. 2 Jannik Sinner cruised past Ugo Humbert 6-3, 6-0 on Tuesday in the second round of the Monte-Carlo Masters.
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Ex-footballer Barton denies assault near golf club
Apr 07 2026
Former Premier League footballer Joey Barton has denied assaulting a man outside a golf club in northwest England.
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Barca's Flick to defend 'emotional' teen Yamal against criticism
Apr 07 2026
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he would defend teenage star Lamine Yamal against criticism for his occasional …
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PSG wary of wounded Liverpool ahead of European showdown
Apr 07 2026
Paris Saint-Germain star Vitinha insisted his side remain very wary of the threat posed by Champions League …
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Ex-Arsenal midfielder Ramsey retires at 35
Apr 07 2026
Former Wales captain and Arsenal regular Aaron Ramsey announced his retirement from football at the age of 35 on …
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Conte says Italian federation should consider him for coach's job
Apr 07 2026
Napoli coach Antonio Conte would be willing to take the vacant Italy job with his club president Aurelio De Laurentiis …
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Makhmudov hails heavyweight 'legend' Fury ahead of London clash
Apr 07 2026
Arslanbek Makhmudov says he is relishing the chance to measure himself against boxing "legend" Tyson Fury at London's …
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Juve's Vlahovic suffers latest injury setback
Apr 07 2026
Juventus' Serbia attacker Dusan Vlahovic is set to be sidelined for three weeks due to a calf issue having recently …
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Australian cricket great David Warner charged with drink-driving: reports
Apr 07 2026
Former Australian opener David Warner has been charged with drink-driving after he was pulled over in Sydney during the …
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McKeown edges O'Callaghan, dominant Pallister wins 400m freestyle at Australian Open
Apr 07 2026
Olympic champion Kaylee McKeown edged Mollie O'Callaghan in a sizzling 100m backstroke victory at the Australian Open …
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Maguire signs one-year Man Utd contract extension
Apr 07 2026
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire is set to remain at Old Trafford for at least another season after signing a …
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Veteran Lawes eyes England return after signing for Sale
Apr 07 2026
Courtney Lawes is eyeing a return to the England Test side at the age of 37, and perhaps a fifth Rugby World Cup next …
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Former Wallaby 'Iceman' Foley to retire
Apr 07 2026
Former Wallabies fly-half Bernard Foley, who played at two Rugby World Cups, will retire at the end of the current …
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Departing Griezmann back at Barca in search of Atletico grand finale
Apr 07 2026
Antoine Griezmann's Barcelona story ended in the depths of misery but as he returns to Camp Nou in the Champions League …
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PSG look to pile misery on Liverpool as sides meet again in Champions League
Apr 07 2026
When Paris Saint-Germain and Liverpool last met in the Champions League a year ago, the Anfield outfit were marching …
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Magic upset Pistons, Spurs suffer Wembanyama scare
Apr 07 2026
The Orlando Magic kept up their bid for an automatic playoff berth with an 123-107 upset over the Eastern …
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Chalmers urges McEvoy to swim in Australia 4x100m relay team at Olympics
Apr 07 2026
Sprint king Kyle Chalmers has urged new 50m freestyle world record holder Cameron McEvoy to rejoin Australia's relay …
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Olympic cyclist Rohan Dennis breaks silence after wife's death
Apr 07 2026
Australian former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis said on Tuesday he loved his wife and never wanted to hurt her in …
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Augusta already firm and fast ahead of 90th Masters
Apr 07 2026
Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler and defending champion Rory McIlroy tested their shotmaking at opening practice for the …
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Napoli's Serie A title defence boosted by beating AC Milan
Apr 07 2026
Napoli are still in the hunt to retain their Serie A title after the champions beat Scudetto rivals AC Milan 1-0 on …
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Rodriguez back in training after health scare: Minnesota
Apr 06 2026
Minnesota United denied reports that James Rodriguez was suffering from a potentially fatal health condition on Monday …
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Tiger's treatment battle in thoughts of stars at Masters
Apr 06 2026
Tiger Woods was missing from the Masters on Monday, but the 15-time major winner was in the hearts and minds of several …
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Thai amateur 'Fifa' ready for Masters kick-off
Apr 06 2026
Pongsapak Laopakdee, a 21-year-old Thai golfer better known as Fifa, is ready for a historic start Thursday at the 90th …
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Age and near misses don't worry Rose in Masters quest
Apr 06 2026
Justin Rose shrugs off those who doubt he can win another major title at age 45 just as the Englishman sets aside the …
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High-flying Villarreal stumble at Girona
Apr 06 2026
Villarreal slipped to a 1-0 defeat at Girona on Monday in La Liga, failing to capitalise on Atletico Madrid's loss …
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Reed finds DP World Tour success after leaving LIV
Apr 06 2026
Deciding to leave LIV Golf helped Patrick Reed launch his most successful golf in years, boosting his confidence ahead …
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WNBA star Reese joining Atlanta from Chicago: club
Apr 06 2026
WNBA star Angel Reese is joining the Atlanta Dream from the Chicago Sky in a blockbuster move ahead of the new season, …
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Gotterup seeks rare win in Masters debut
Apr 06 2026
Chris Gotterup is taking aim at a green jacket this week in his Masters debut in just his fifth major start.
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Bayern's Kompany waiting on Kane for 'toughest' game at Real Madrid
Apr 06 2026
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said on Monday he would wait until matchday to make a final call on Harry Kane's …
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Juve beat Genoa to close in on Serie A top four
Apr 06 2026
Juventus moved to within a point of Serie A's Champions League places with a 2-0 win over Genoa on Monday, as the top …
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French hope Seixas storms Basque Tour time-trial opener
Apr 06 2026
French teenager Paul Seixas won the Tour of the Basque Country opening stage time trial around Bilbao on Monday over a …
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Wawrinka falls in first round on Monte Carlo farewell
Apr 06 2026
Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to the Monte Carlo Masters as the 2014 champion fell 7-5, 7-5 to Sebastian Baez in the first …
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Wawrinka falls in first round of Monte Carlo Masters
Apr 06 2026
Stan Wawrinka bid farewell to the Monte Carlo Masters as the 2014 champion fell 7-5, 7-5 to Sebastian Baez in the first …
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Ex-England rugby international Lawes to leave Brive
Apr 06 2026
Former England international Courtney Lawes will leave French second-division side Brive at the end of the season, with …
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Fit-again Mbappe at Real Madrid for clashes like Bayern tie: Arbeloa
Apr 06 2026
Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said Kylian Mbappe joined the club to star in key matches like Tuesday's Champions …
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Swimmers McKeown, O'Callaghan and Chalmers dominate at Australian Open
Apr 06 2026
Olympic 200m backstroke champion Kaylee McKeown clocked a dominant 2:05.66 at the Australian Open Monday as the world …
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African players in Europe: Semenyo scores as City rout Liverpool
Apr 06 2026
Ghana winger Antoine Semenyo scored the third goal as Manchester City hammered Liverpool 4-0 at the weekend in a …
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US sprint star Richardson wins Australia's Stawell Gift in record time
Apr 06 2026
US sprint star Sha'Carri Richardson surged through the field Monday to win Australia's prestigious Stawell Gift race, …
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Rockets down Warriors in Curry return, Flagg carries Mavs past Lakers
Apr 06 2026
The Houston Rockets spoiled Golden State star Stephen Curry's sparkling return from a 27-game injury absence, thwarting …
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Pogacar stays humble with Monument history beckoning
Apr 06 2026
Tadej Pogacar was coy about his chances of making history after winning a fourth successive Monument with his …
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Real Madrid hoping Champions League magic halts Bayern juggernaut
Apr 06 2026
Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich visit Real Madrid on Tuesday in the Champions League quarter-finals high on confidence …
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Sputtering Arsenal face test of character in Sporting clash
Apr 06 2026
Mikel Arteta has urged shell-shocked Arsenal to embrace a major test of their character as they seek to recover from a …
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Coughlin captures third LPGA title at Aramco Championship
Apr 06 2026
Lauren Coughlin carded an even-par 72 on Sunday to complete a wire-to-wire victory in the Aramco Championship, capturing …
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Mystique of the green jacket endures as Masters looms
Apr 06 2026
The Masters green jacket, the symbol of supremacy at Augusta National, is among the most coveted items of clothing in …
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Pogacar wins joint-record third Tour of Flanders
Apr 06 2026
World champion Tadej Pogacar won a record-equalling third Tour of Flanders on Sunday after dropping his main rival …
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Leeds beat West Ham in shoot-out to reach FA Cup semis for first time in 39 years
Apr 06 2026
Leeds reached the FA Cup semi-finals for the first time in 39 years as they survived a dramatic penalty shoot-out after …
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Eagle-eyed Spaun snatches Texas Open victory
Apr 05 2026
JJ Spaun bagged a sensational eagle on the penultimate hole to warm up for the Masters with a a dramatic one-shot …
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Brown, Tatum propel Celtics in win over Raptors
Apr 05 2026
Jaylen Brown scored 26 points and Jayson Tatum added 23 as the Boston Celtics beat the Toronto Raptors 115-101 on …
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Paul battles past Burruchaga to win ATP Houston title
Apr 05 2026
American fourth seed Tommy Paul saved three match points before scoring a battling three-set victory over unseeded …
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Monaco sink Marseille for seventh Ligue 1 win in a row
Apr 05 2026
Monaco earned their seventh successive win in Ligue 1 on Sunday by beating Marseille 2-1 to surge to within one point of …
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Inter close in on Serie A title by thumping Roma
Apr 05 2026
Inter Milan took a big step towards winning the Serie A title by thrashing sorry Roma 5-2 on Sunday, ending a …
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Inter thump Roma to extend Serie A lead to nine points
Apr 05 2026
Inter Milan took a big step towards winning the Serie A title by thrashing sorry Roma 5-2 on Sunday, ending a …
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Pegula romps to WTA Charleston Open victory
Apr 05 2026
Defending champion Jessica Pegula clinched back-to-back victories at the WTA Charleston Open clay court tournament on …
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Bielle-Biarrey sparkles as Bordeaux-Begles cruise in Champions Cup
Apr 05 2026
Champions Cup holders Bordeaux-Begles scored five tries in 18 first-half minutes as they swatted aside visiting …
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David six-hitting spree powers Bengaluru to IPL win
Apr 05 2026
Tim David belted eight sixes in a blistering 70 not out to fire Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second win of the …
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Union draw leaves St Pauli stranded in Bundesliga drop zone
Apr 05 2026
St Pauli's hopes of moving out of the Bundesliga relegation zone took a hit after they were were held to a 1-1 draw at …
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Alcaraz plans to play full clay-court season, get 'socks dirty'
Apr 05 2026
Carlos Alcaraz said Sunday it "feels amazing" to be back on clay and that he is aiming to play in Monte Carlo, …
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Shami, Pant help Lucknow beat Hyderabad in nervy IPL clash
Apr 05 2026
Mohammed Shami's figures of 2-9 and an unbeaten 68 by skipper Rishabh Pant led Lucknow Super Giants to a tense …
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