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Kane 'gutted' after England crash out of World Cup
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Harry Kane said he was "gutted" for England and their fans after his team were beaten 2-1 by defending champions …
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Messi's Argentina stun England in comeback to reach World Cup final
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Lautaro Martinez scored a 92nd minute winner as Lionel Messi inspired World Cup holders Argentina to a stunning comeback …
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Waerenskjold wins fastest ever Tour de France stage
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Norwegian Soren Waerenskjold launched a long-range sprint to claim victory at the Tour de France on Wednesday in the …
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Argentina protects landmark Obelisk as World Cup madness mounts
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Buenos Aires police on Wednesday erected barricades around the city's beloved Obelisk monument in anticipation of …
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Tour stage winner Waerenskjold inspired by Manx Missile Cavendish
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Tour de France stage 11 winner Soren Waerenskjold said on Wednesday he had learnt to sprint by watching British great …
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Ahead of World Cup semi-final, Argentine VP calls English 'pirates'
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Argentina's Vice President Victoria Villarruel called the English "usurping pirates" ahead of Wednesday's World Cup …
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Court rules England World Cup winner died from brain injury linked to heading
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England 1966 World Cup winner Nobby Stiles died with a brain condition caused by repeatedly heading a football, a …
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Castres' ex-All Black Papali'i ruled out for six months
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French Top 14 club Castres said on Wednesday their former New Zealand back-rower Dalton Papali'i has been sidelined for …
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British Open chiefs have no plan to change schedule if England reach World Cup final
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British Open golf chiefs have no plans to alter Sunday's final round schedule at Royal Birkdale should England reach the …
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Women's rights charity ends Stade Francais deal after McLean arrival
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Women's rights charity Her Game Too France announced on Wednesday it had ended its partnership with Top 14 club Stade …
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McIlroy says fast-running British Open fairways a 'double-edged sword'
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Rory McIlroy said the recent UK heatwave that has transformed conditions ahead of this week's British Open is a …
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Cricket World Cup revamp could see extra India-Pakistan clash
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced on Wednesday a revamped format for the men's 2027 one-day …
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Local 'hero': Bellingham's hometown buzzing ahead of semi-final clash
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As England gears up for the World Cup semi-final Wednesday, there will be one name on everyone's lips: Jude Bellingham, …
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Germany World Cup exit reveals structural failures, says Leverkusen boss
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Germany's continued World Cup failures are a result of structural, political and cultural problems in German society, …
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Attempted burglary at Yamal's home after World Cup triumph: police, media
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Burglars tried to break in to the Barcelona home of Spain star Lamine Yamal on Wednesday, shortly after he helped La …
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Broad says England need extra ODI seamer after India defeat
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Stuart Broad believes England must add an extra fast bowler to their attack if they are to be competitive at next year's …
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Argentina and England collide with World Cup final spot at stake
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Lionel Messi's Argentina clash with England in a marquee World Cup semi-final on Wednesday, with Spain lying in wait …
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Belgian great Meunier signs for Premier League side Sunderland
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Veteran Belgian defender Thomas Meunier said he was "hugely excited" to "begin a new chapter" after he signed for …
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India's Sindhu targets medal at home world championships
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Indian badminton star Pusarla Venkata Sindhu said Wednesday that "everybody is beatable" as she targets a medal at the …
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Badminton underdogs enjoy 'amazing' 16 minutes of fame in Japan
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Two badminton veterans enjoyed 16 minutes of fame at the Japan Open on Wednesday when they appeared in the main draw of …
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Aussie Rules removes Indigenous figure from Hall of Fame
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Australian Rules football chiefs removed Indigenous ex-player Nicky Winmar from the game's hall of fame on Wednesday …
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Australian swimmer O'Callaghan reveals she has spinal fractures
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Australian Olympic champion Mollie O'Callaghan said Wednesday she had been told to "stop swimming immediately" last …
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France fireworks fizzle as Spain advance to World Cup final
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France arrived in the World Cup semi-finals hailed as the most scintillating attacking force to grace the tournament …
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Tuchel unfazed by history ahead of England v Argentina World Cup semi
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Thomas Tuchel said he did not feel burdened by the weight of history as he bids to lead England to a first World Cup …
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Scaloni says fatigue not a concern for Argentina in World Cup semi-final
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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said he was not concerned about fatigue or his team's performances on the way to another …
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Rice declared fit to start for England in World Cup semi-final
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England coach Thomas Tuchel confirmed Tuesday that Declan Rice is fit to start in the World Cup semi-final against …
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Mac Allister calls on Argentina to channel Maradona spirit in England World Cup clash
Jul 14 2026
Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister has urged his team to take inspiration from Diego Maradona as they seek to get the …
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'Immense disappointment': Mbappe rues end of World Cup dream
Jul 14 2026
Kylian Mbappe rued the end of France's World Cup dream on Tuesday, blaming tactical and technical blunders for his …
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Key battles as England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final
Jul 14 2026
England are eyeing a first appearance in a World Cup final in 60 years as they take on Lionel Messi's reigning champions …
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Viva! Delirium in Madrid as Spain reach World Cup final
Jul 14 2026
Roars of joy and honking car horns reverberated through Madrid on Tuesday as Spaniards celebrated their team overcoming …
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Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
Jul 14 2026
Spain stunned tournament favourites France 2-0 to reach the World Cup final on Tuesday, producing a tactical masterpiece …
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Deschamps says France 'devastated' by defeat, questions referee
Jul 14 2026
France coach Didier Deschamps said his players were left "devastated" by their World Cup semi-final defeat to Spain on …
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NFL Texans co-founder McNair dead at 89
Jul 14 2026
Janice McNair, who co-founded the NFL's Houston Texans in 2002, died on Tuesday at age 89, the team announced.
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Brook upbeat about England ODI form amid Test captaincy uncertainty
Jul 14 2026
Harry Brook was adamant England's white-ball cricket was "heading in the right direction" after another chastening …
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Gill enjoys more Edgbaston success as India beat England in 1st ODI
Jul 14 2026
India captain Shubman Gill continued his Edgbaston love-affair as his side beat England by six wickets in the first …
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Hurdles record holder Tharp claims first win as professional in Budapest
Jul 14 2026
New world record holder Ja’Kobe Tharp impressed on Tuesday by blazing to a 12.85sec clocking in the 110m hurdles at the …
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McIlroy and Scheffler unconcerned by their place in golf history
Jul 14 2026
Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy, the world's leading two golfers, both brushed aside questions about their places in …
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England v Argentina: World Cup battles
Jul 14 2026
England will face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday, renewing a bitter rivalry in the tournament that …
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Argentina v England in the World Cup: much more than just a game
Jul 14 2026
From the war they fought over the Falklands to Diego Maradona's infamous "Hand of God" goal, Wednesday's semi-final …
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Man Utd sign Aston Villa midfielder Tielemans
Jul 14 2026
Manchester United on Tuesday announced the signing of Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for a reported …
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Pogacar inspired by Djokovic after Tour de France jeers
Jul 14 2026
Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar said on Tuesday that he took inspiration from tennis star Novak Djokovic when he …
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Balogun admits red card furore affected US World Cup team
Jul 14 2026
Folarin Balogun admitted Tuesday that the suspension of his red card in the World Cup after President Donald Trump …
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France, Spain battle for place in World Cup final
Jul 14 2026
France and their deadly attack led by Kylian Mbappe will attempt to reach a third consecutive World Cup final on Tuesday …
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Pogacar inspired by Djokovic amid Tour de France jeers
Jul 14 2026
Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar said on Tuesday that he took inspiration from tennis star Novak Djokovic when he …
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Pogacar wins Tour de France 10th stage on Bastille Day
Jul 14 2026
Tadej Pogacar shrugged off the boo-boys and powered to victory on France's national holiday with another dominant …
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Pogacar inspsired by Djokovic amid Tour de France jeers
Jul 14 2026
Tour de France leader Tadej Pogacar said on Tuesday that he took inspiration from tennis star Novak Djokovic when he …
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Croatia ex-international Simic held in graft case
Jul 14 2026
Former Croatian international footballer Dario Simic was arrested Tuesday in an anti-corruption operation linked to a …
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England won't be drawn into Argentina World Cup rivalry: Kane
Jul 14 2026
Harry Kane said England will not be distracted by the emotional baggage surrounding their blockbuster World Cup …
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Swiss World Cup squad return home to heroes' welcome
Jul 14 2026
Cheering fans gave Switzerland's World Cup football squad a heroes' welcome as they returned home on Tuesday after …
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Arsenal agree Trossard fee for Beskitas switch
Jul 14 2026
Belgium international Leandro Trossard is set to move to Turkish club Beskitas from Arsenal, the Premier League …
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Brighton sign Croatia defender Veskovic for record fee
Jul 14 2026
Brighton have signed Crotia defender Luka Vuskovic from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported club record fee of £46 million …
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India spark collapse before Root leads England to 258 in 1st ODI
Jul 14 2026
Joe Root made India pay for giving him an early reprieve with a run-a-ball 76 not out as England fought back from a …
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Rose says there's still time to realise British Open dream
Jul 14 2026
Justin Rose is confident time is still on his side as he bids to win a first British Open title, with this year's …
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Croatia ex-international Simic held in graft case: report
Jul 14 2026
Former Croatian international footballer Dario Simic was arrested Tuesday in an anti-corruption operation linked to a …
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Glasner warns 'no button to press' for Forest success
Jul 14 2026
Oliver Glasner believes the foundations are in place for Nottingham Forest to make a sound start to the new Premier …
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France and Spain clash in World Cup semi-final
Jul 14 2026
France and their deadly attack led by Kylian Mbappe will attempt to reach a third consecutive World Cup final on Tuesday …
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Knight wants England women to play more red-ball cricket after India loss
Jul 14 2026
England great Heather Knight bowed out of international cricket calling for more domestic red-ball games following her …
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Bumrah returns for India as England bat in 1st ODI
Jul 14 2026
Jasprit Bumrah was thrust straight back into the action after returning to the India side for the first one-day …
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France and Spain prepare to duel at World Cup
Jul 14 2026
France's exciting attack led by Kylian Mbappe take on a technically accomplished Spain team in the first semi-final of …
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Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line
Jul 14 2026
Lionel Messi has done just about everything possible in a glorious career, but the 39-year-old Argentinian great has …
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Italy's Cannone gets four-match ban for red card against All Blacks
Jul 14 2026
Italy lock forward Niccolo Cannone was on Tuesday banned for four matches after receiving a red card against New Zealand …
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England face might of Messi's Argentina in World Cup semi-final
Jul 14 2026
England are bidding to end Lionel Messi's dream of winning back-to-back World Cups and reach their first final in six …
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Birthday boy Yamal stands by 'no fear' comment ahead of France clash
Jul 14 2026
Lamine Yamal insisted on Monday he would take no fear into Spain's World Cup semi-final against France as he celebrated …
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Spain to go on 'front foot' against France in World Cup semi: De la Fuente
Jul 14 2026
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente said his team plan to go on the "front foot" against World Cup favourites France when they …
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Spain 'favourites' says Deschamps ahead of World Cup semi-final showdown
Jul 13 2026
France coach Didier Deschamps insisted he still sees Spain as World Cup favourites on Monday ahead of Les Bleus' …
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Norway receive heroes' welcome in Oslo after World Cup exit
Jul 13 2026
Around 90,000 people welcomed back Norway's players to Oslo on Monday after they returned home from making a historic …
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Pickford backs England to keep cool in tense Argentina World Cup semi
Jul 13 2026
England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is confident his team will keep their cool in the heat of Wednesday's World Cup …
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Thomas Tuchel: England's World Cup mastermind
Jul 13 2026
Thomas Tuchel was hired by England as head coach with a simple brief: win the 2026 World Cup.
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Mbappe paradox stirs club v country debate as France face Spain
Jul 13 2026
For France at the World Cup, Kylian Mbappe has not been able to stop scoring. For Real Madrid, he has not always been …
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New boss Alonso calls for Chelsea 'hunger', wants Fernandez to stay
Jul 13 2026
Xabi Alonso urged Chelsea to develop a "hunger" for victory and said he wanted midfielder Enzo Fernandez to stay at …
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Knight excited for future after England career ends in India defeat
Jul 13 2026
Heather Knight accepted "cricket isn't perfect" after her celebrated England career ended with a heavy defeat by India …
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Edwards vows to 'upskill' England women for Ashes after India defeat
Jul 13 2026
England head coach Charlotte Edwards made no attempt to hide her frustration after witnessing her side suffered a …
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Spieth adamant he has more golf majors left in him
Jul 13 2026
Jordan Spieth refuses to accept the form that led him to win three of golf's major titles has been lost forever.
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'VAR-gentina?': conspiracy theories swirl ahead of World Cup semi-finals
Jul 13 2026
Lionel Messi's brilliance has helped carry Argentina into a blockbuster World Cup semi-final with England in Atlanta on …
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Fitzpatrick blames betting for golf fans' bad behaviour
Jul 13 2026
World number three Matt Fitzpatrick believes the growing popularity of sports betting is behind the rise of increasingly …
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McCullum sorry for England defeats after 'romantic' finish with Stokes
Jul 13 2026
Brendon McCullum has apologised for the unsuccessful end of his reign as England's Test coach, saying "it's time for …
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New boss Alonso calls for Chelsea 'hunger'
Jul 13 2026
Xabi Alonso urged Chelsea to develop a "hunger" for victory in his first press conference as Blues boss at Stamford …
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Iraola vows to remain true to himself at Liverpool
Jul 13 2026
Andoni Iraola said on Monday he wants to enjoy the "magic" linked with being the manager of Liverpool but is determined …
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McCullum sorry for England Test defeats after Australia and India losses
Jul 13 2026
Brendon McCullum has apologised for the unsuccessful end of his reign as England's Test coach, saying "it's time for …
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'Outstanding' India thrash England in historic first women's Test at Lord's
Jul 13 2026
Sneh Rana and Deepti Sharma shared the last four wickets as India completed a 270-run thrashing of England to win the …
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Slaven Bilic returns as Croatia coach
Jul 13 2026
Slaven Bilic will return as head coach of Croatia, the national football federation announced Monday, replacing Zlatko …
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India thrash England in historic first women's Test at Lord's
Jul 13 2026
Sneh Rana and Deepti Sharma shared the last four wickets as India completed a 270-run thrashing of England to win the …
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Only 'superstars' win Tour de France stages: French champ
Jul 13 2026
Cycling's Tour de France has become so hard that only "global superstars" are able to win even a single stage, French …
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Young fly-half Moyo to debut for Springboks against Wales
Jul 13 2026
Sharks fly-half Vusi Moyo will debut for South Africa against Wales in a Nations Championship third round match in …
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Zverev second in ATP rankings behind Sinner after Wimbledon
Jul 13 2026
Alexander Zverev moved second in the latest ATP rankings released on Monday behind Jannik Sinner who defeated the German …
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Mongolia's child jockeys ready to race in annual festival
Jul 13 2026
Six-year-old Hurts Gantumur raced across the Mongolian grasslands astride a galloping horse, training to become a child …
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Noskova moves into WTA Top 10 after Wimbledon triumph
Jul 13 2026
Czech Linda Noskova moved into the WTA Top 10 on Monday after winning her first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon at the …
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NFL seeks to break into Africa with Kenya competition
Jul 13 2026
American Football's NFL came to Kenya this weekend for its latest competition on the African continent as it seeks to …
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Yamal aims to steal Mbappe's World Cup thunder in semi-final showdown
Jul 13 2026
Lamine Yamal is hoping to emulate Kylian Mbappe by winning the World Cup as a teenager, but first his Spain side will …
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Dodgers face Ohtani knee issues in MLB three-peat bid
Jul 13 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers are aiming to sort out two-way star Shohei Ohtani's nagging knee trouble as their bid for a …
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Fisk outlasts Pendrith in playoff to win PGA Tour Louisville title
Jul 13 2026
Steven Fisk rolled in a short par putt at the third playoff hole to top Taylor Pendrith and capture his second US PGA …
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England's Ecclestone glad to get 'one-up' on brother with five-wicket Lord's haul
Jul 12 2026
Sophie Ecclestone said it felt good to have regained family bragging rights from her brother after a five-wicket haul in …
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Warriors forward Green details LeBron recruiting pitch
Jul 12 2026
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green detailed his recruiting pitch to LeBron James on his podcast on Sunday, …
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'Final before final': France face Spain in World Cup blockbuster
Jul 12 2026
Spain will attempt to neutralise one of the most potent attacking arsenals in World Cup history on Tuesday when they …
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Zverev vows to chase down Wimbledon champion Sinner in trophy charge
Jul 12 2026
Alexander Zverev insisted he can surpass Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz as the preeminent force in tennis despite his …
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Five classic France v Spain clashes before World Cup semi-final
Jul 12 2026
France and Spain will meet in a heavyweight World Cup semi-final showdown on Tuesday, with Les Bleus bidding to reach a …
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World Cup gets set for pair of blockbuster semi-finals
Jul 12 2026
A month after the expanded, 48-team tournament kicked off, the World Cup is down to the semi-final stage with France and …
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Sinner enjoying 'very rare' Wimbledon triumph
Jul 12 2026
Jannik Sinner said he still considers winning Grand Slam tournaments a "very, very rare" achievement, despite securing …
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Van der Poel stays calm in the heat to win Tour de France stage nine
Jul 12 2026
Cobbled classics specialist Mathieu van der Poel claimed his third Tour de France win on Sunday with victory in the …
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England open door to Flower return after McCullum axed as Test coach
Jul 12 2026
England have left the door ajar for Andy Flower to return as their Test coach after announcing Sunday that Brendon …
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McGregor says knee fine before first-kick injury, vows return
Jul 12 2026
Conor McGregor said Sunday his right knee was fine before he injured it on the first kick of his mixed martial arts …
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South Korea's Tom Kim wins Scottish Open to end three-year title drought
Jul 12 2026
South Korea's Tom Kim ended a three-year wait for a professional golf title with a two-shot victory in the Scottish Open …
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