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200m Asian record holder Xie beats Su Bingtian in national trial
Xie Zhenye came from behind to overcome Su Bingtian in the men's 100m final at China's national trials on Friday. Xie, who set a new Asian men's 200m record of…
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Former WADA President hits out at Australian hypocrisy on doping
After the failed drug test of 20-year-old freestyler Shayna Jack, former President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), Dick Pound, has hit out at Swimming Australia and the country's "holier…
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Pepe becomes Arsenal’s record signing, Leao also leaves Lille
Ligue 1 runners-up Lille on Thursday announced the departure of attacking duo Nicolas Pepe and Rafael Leao to Arsenal and AC Milan respectively. The 24-year-old Pepe was announced by Arsenal…
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FIFA Women’s World Cup to feature 32 teams from 2023
FIFA announced on Wednesday that its Council has unanimously agreed to a proposal to expand the number of participants at the FIFA Women's World Cup from 24 to 32 as…
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Ex-Ferrari boss: Michael Schumacher is ‘making progress’
Michael Schumacher, one of the greatest racing drivers in Formula One history, "is making progress" with his recovery, according to Jean Todt, former boss of Scuderia Ferrari and long-time friend…
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Ronaldo, Messi among nominees for Best FIFA Men’s Player honor
Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi are among 10 nominees announced by FIFA on Wednesday in the run for the Best FIFA Men's Player award. Premier League side Liverpool, crowned in…
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Brazilian police dismiss rape claim against Neymar
Brazilian police said Tuesday they have decided there are no grounds to bring rape charges against soccer star Neymar. And they're investigating whether his accuser filed a false report. "We…
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Murray reunites with bro for doubles win, Star closing in on singles return
Three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray moved closer to a singles comeback six months after hip surgery, joining brother Jamie for a doubles victory Wednesday at the ATP Washington Open.…
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Season Curtain Openers, England, France and Germany kick off with Super Cups
It's August and that means one thing for football fans: The return of Europe's top leagues is imminent. It all kicks off this weekend with the traditional curtain raisers for…
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Huge embarrassment for Australian swimming, Aussie facing 4-year ban: report
Australian swimmer Shayna Jack has been notified that she faces a four-year suspension after testing positive to a banned drug, unless she can prove her innocence, a report said Tuesday.…