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Roy 'hopeful' of facing India

England have lost two of the three games in Jason Roy's absence, but Eoin Morgan revealed he hopes to return against India on Sunday.

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England's Morgan not panicking

Australia beat England by 64 runs at Lord's on Tuesday, but Eoin Morgan is still optimistic over the hosts' chances of progressing.

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Australia clinch semi-final spot as England lose again

Aaron Finch struck a century and Jason Behrendorff claimed 5-44 as Australia beat England to book a Cricket World Cup semi-final spot.

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Brian Lara taken to Mumbai hospital with chest pains

West Indies confirmed their former captain Brian Lara was taken to hospital on Tuesday due to chest pains.

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Eoin Morgan not ruling out World Cup call-up for Alex Hales

Alex Hales was axed from England's preliminary Cricket World Cup squad but Eoin Morgan has not ruled out calling him up due to injuries.

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Finch, Starc lead Australia to victory over Sri Lanka

Australia moved top of the Cricket World Cup group-stage table as Aaron Finch hit 153 and Mitchell Starc took 4-55 in a win over Sri Lanka.

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Aaron Finch blasts joint-highest score of World Cup

The Cricket World Cup's leading scorer Aaron Finch made 153 to equal Jason Roy's highest score of the tournament.

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Naomi Osaka: French Open preparations have been rocky

Despite locking up the top seed for the French Open, injuries have affected Naomi Osaka in the build-up to Roland Garros.

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Super Rugby: Jaguares stun Hurricanes, Bulls sink Rebels

The Hurricanes, who were without Beauden Barrett, succumbed to their first ever loss to the Jaguares on Friday.

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Madrid Open: Novak Djokovic defeats Dominic Thiem to reach final

A 7-6 (7-2) 7-6 (7-4) success over Dominic Thiem ensured Novak Djokovic reached his first ATP Tour final since the Australian Open.

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Super Rugby: Waratahs suffer one-point loss to Lions in Johannesburg

The Lions' moved into a Super Rugby play-off berth with a narrow 29-28 success over the Waratahs in Johannesburg.

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Federer to play in Rome

After exiting the Madrid Open at the quarter-final stage, Roger Federer will continue his clay-court season at the Internazionali d'Italia.

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Hurricanes hold on against Rebels, Chiefs rally to draw

The Hurricanes scored 26 points in the opening 22 minutes to beat the Rebels, while the Chiefs came back to draw 31-31 with the Highlanders.

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Messi magic hands Barcelona first-leg win over Liverpool

A Lionel Messi brace - including a brilliant free-kick - took him to 600 goals for Barcelona in a 3-0 Champions League win over Liverpool.

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Giant-killers Ajax down Spurs on the road

Donny van de Beek's 15th-minute goal gave Ajax a first-leg lead against Tottenham in their Champions League last-four tie.

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Fognini wins Monte Carlo Masters

After beating Rafael Nadal in the semi-finals, Fabio Fognini overcame Dusan Lajovic in the final of the Monte Carlo Masters.

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Billy Vunipola issued formal warning by RFU after Folau defence

The RFU has issued England's Billy Vunipola with a formal warning for "conduct prejudicial to the interests of the union or the game".

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Seahawks QB Wilson: We got a deal

Having reportedly given the Seattle Seahawks an April 15 deadline to agree a new contract, quarterback Russell Wilson said, "we got a deal".

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Barty clinches win in Miami final

In the biggest singles final of her career, Ashleigh Barty claimed a 7-6 (7-1) 6-3 victory over Karolina Pliskova at the Miami Open.

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David Warner makes World Cup statement with entertaining 85 in IPL return

David Warner scored 85 just before his Australia ban ends, yet Andre Russell inspired Kolkata Knight Riders to victory on Sunday.

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Bancroft can 'recover' from scandal

Tim Bostock defended Durham's decision to hand Cameron Bancroft the captaincy despite last year's ball-tampering scandal.

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Thiem sets up Federer final

Milos Raonic suffered a first loss to Dominic Thiem, with the Austrian advancing to face Roger Federer in the Indian Wells Masters final.

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Manchester United teenager James Garner pens long-term deal

Having made his senior Manchester United debut last month, 18-year-old midfielder James Garner has signed a new contract at Old Trafford.

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Bills rule out trade for Steelers WR Antonio Brown

Though they discussed trading for Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown, the Buffalo Bills have "moved on", according to their GM.

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Holmes happy to have taken NFL shot

The new NRL season will begin without one of last year's best finishers, yet Valentine Holmes is "happy" to have switched to the NFL.

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Bayliss: Archer set to get chance

England coach Trevor Bayliss has confirmed Jofra Archer will likely feature in one-day internationals prior to the 2019 Cricket World Cup.

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Aguero penalty enough for below-par City

Manchester City remain one point behind Premier League leaders Liverpool after beating West Ham thanks to Sergio Aguero's penalty.

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Roger Federer relieved to overcome struggles to make Dubai quarters

Having struggled to cope with Fernando Verdasco's serving, Roger Federer was pleased to reach the Dubai Tennis Championship quarter-finals.

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Stefanos Tsitsipas wins second title in Marseille

The Open 13 final in Marseille was won by Stefanos Tsitsipas as he overcame Mikhail Kukushkin in straight sets.

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Australia secure last-ball T20 win over India

Pat Cummins scored six runs off the last two balls of Australia's innings to secure a dramatic three-wicket win over India.

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Cameron Bancroft comes clean on David Warner relationship after unbeaten century

In his first red-ball appearance since the ball-tampering scandal, Cameron Bancroft made 138 not out in Sheffield Shield action.

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Ten-man City rally to stun Schalke

Despite trailing with five minutes of normal time to go, 10-man Manchester City beat Schalke 3-2 in the first leg of their last-16 tie.

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Czech Republic out of Fed Cup

Simona Halep's victory over Karolina Pliskova helped Romania knock defending champions Czech Republic out of the Fed Cup.

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Recalled Wood fires England to lead

In his first Test since May 2018, Mark Wood took 5-41 as England dismissed West Indies for 154 to seize the advantage in St Lucia.

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May scores hat-trick in England win

England thrashed France 44-8 in the Six Nations, with wing Jonny May scoring three of his side's six tries at Twickenham.

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West Indies v England: Ashes places on the line against Windies, says Joe Root

England may have already lost the Test series against West Indies, but Joe Root wants to use the third match to assess Ashes options.

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Police confirm Sala body identified

Emiliano Sala, the Cardiff City striker whose plane went missing and was recovered from the English Channel, has been confirmed as dead.

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High school coach on MVP Mahomes

Coaches at Whitehouse High School in Texas were unsure if future NFL MVP Patrick Mahomes was even the best quarterback on their roster.

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Super Bowl LIII: The world in 2002

We take a look at what the world looked like in 2002, when New England quarterback Tom Brady won his first Super Bowl ring.

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A look back at Super Bowl 36

A trio of players involved in Super Bowl 36 look back at the last time the Patriots and Rams met with the Lombardi Trophy on the line.

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Ex-Georgia RB on Gurley, Michel

Former Georgia running back Brendan Douglas believes ex-college colleagues Todd Gurley and Sony Michel are perfect fits for their NFL teams.

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Renegades rout Scorchers

Three-time Big Bash League champions Perth Scorchers cannot qualify for the 2018-19 semi-finals after being thrashed by Melbourne Renegades.

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ICC bans Rayudu from bowling

After his bowling action was reported following the first ODI with Australia last month, India's Ambati Rayudu has been banned by the ICC.

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India wrap up ODI series success

The returning Hardik Pandya claimed 2-45 and took a superb catch as India beat New Zealand by seven wickets to wrap up an ODI series win.

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Report: UAE 3 Kyrgyzstan 2 (aet)

Asian Cup hosts United Arab Emirates will face Australia in the quarter-finals after substitute Ahmed Khalil scored an extra-time penalty.

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Brady impressed by Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes could succeed Tom Brady as the NFL's MVP and the latter has been impressed by the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback's campaign.

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Hazlewood out of Sri Lanka Tests

Jhye Richardson could win his first Test cap for Australia against Sri Lanka after being called up due to Josh Hazlewood's back injury.

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Kohli hails Dhoni's commitment

MS Dhoni scored his third successive ODI half-century in the series-sealing win over Australia, earning India captain Virat Kohli's praise.

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Stephens, Kerber advance in Sydney

Despite failing to win a game in the first set, fourth seed Sloane Stephens fought back to progress at the Sydney International.

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Heat claim DL win over Thunder

Brisbane Heat beat Sydney Thunder by 15 runs on the Duckworth-Lewis method as Brendon McCullum and Chris Lynn scored half-centuries.

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Djokovic through to semis in Doha

After rallying from a set down to beat Marton Fucsovics, Novak Djokovic had to dig deep again against Nikoloz Basilashvili.

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Short stars as Hurricanes win

Having scored 572 runs in the last Big Bash League, D'Arcy Short began this campaign with 67 in Hobart Hurricanes' win over Brisbane Heat.

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Sane brace sends Manchester City through as group winners

Despite falling behind in the first half, Manchester City claimed a 2-1 victory against Hoffenheim courtesy of two goals from Leroy Sane.

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Ronaldo: I deserved the Ballon d'Or!

The Juventus forward missed out on winning the prize for the sixth time this year as he finished second to former Real Madrid team-mate Luka Modric

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Ferrero: Nadal still motivated

World number two Rafael Nadal still has "two or three years more" at the highest level, according to fellow Spaniard Juan Carlos Ferrero.

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Hearn: Joshua wants to fight Wilder

Anthony Joshua's main priority remains an undisputed title fight with fellow unbeaten heavyweight Deontay Wilder, according to Eddie Hearn.

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McEnroe: Serena will be fine

John McEnroe does not believe Serena Williams' row with the umpire at the US Open final will hamper her at January's Australian Open.

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Black Caps hit back versus Pakistan

A 201-run stand between Azhar Ali and Asad Shafiq gave Pakistan a first-innings lead, but New Zealand responded to restrict them to 348.

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Kohli expects Aussie mind games

Although he does not expect anything "radical", India's Virat Kohli is still braced for some Australian sledging in the upcoming Tests.

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Langer: India are 'smelling blood'

Australia coach Justin Langer believes India will be confident about recording their first ever Test series win Down Under.

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Archer could miss Big Bash

For Jofra Archer to be eligible to feature for England's Caribbean tour in the new year, he would need to miss the Big Bash.

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Wilder, Fury clash at conference

A scuffle broke out after Wilder poked Fury in the face in their final news conference before their heavyweight bout Saturday.

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Djokovic wins again at ATP Finals

Novak Djokovic's place in the last four of the ATP Finals had already been confirmed and he defeated Marin Cilic 7-6 (9-7) 6-2 on Friday.

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Federer: 'Easier' to play when I'm up against it

Despite losing his first match at the ATP Finals, Roger Federer advanced to the last four thanks to a straight-sets win over Kevin Anderson.

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Roger Federer cruises into last four of ATP Finals for 15th time

A 6-4 6-3 victory over Kevin Anderson ensured Roger Federer progressed to the last four of the ATP Finals for the 15th time in his career.

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Root reprimanded on frustrating day

Sri Lanka have a 46-run lead against England after two days of the second Test in Pallekele, where Joe Root's dissent landed him in trouble.

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Radwanska retires at 29

Having won 20 WTA titles throughout her career, Agnieszka Radwanska has called time on her tennis career at the age of 29.

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Sergio Garcia claims third Andalucia Valderrama Masters title

In an event reduced to 54 holes after thunderstorms, Sergio Garcia claimed a four-shot victory at the Andalucia Valderrama Masters.

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Who is Marco Ianni?

Chelsea's second assistant coach Marco Ianni apologised to Jose Mourinho for his touchline celebrations after the Blues' late equaliser.

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Canelo signs DAZN deal

Saul "Canelo" Alvarez will fight Rocky Fielding in New York in December in the first of an 11-bout deal with DAZN reportedly worth $365M.

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OBJ on headbutting air-con unit

New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. claimed some of his best plays on Thursday came after he headbutted an air-conditioning unit.

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Federer into Shanghai quarter-final

Roberto Bautista Agut had never previously won a set against Roger Federer, but the Swiss was pushed all the way in a 6-3 2-6 6-4 win.

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Sohail makes ton, Pakistan post 482

A 150-run partnership between centurion Haris Sohail and Asad Shafiq helped Pakistan post 482 against Australia, who were 30-0 at stumps.

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All Black Cane has fractured neck

New Zealand will be without flanker Sam Cane for the rest of 2018 after it was confirmed he fractured his neck in the win over South Africa.

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Khabib manager comments on skirmish

Ali Abdelaziz apologised for the ugly scenes after Khabib Nurmagomedov's win, but suggested Conor McGregor's comments had led to the melee.

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Farah secures first marathon win

In a time of two hours, five minutes and 11 seconds, Mo Farah won the Chicago Marathon and set a new European record.

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Brady reacts to 500th TD pass

Brady became the third quarterback to throw 500 regular-season touchdowns but described personal milestones as "great team awards."

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Wilder gets 'improved' Joshua offer

Matchroom chairman Barry Hearn said the ball is in Wilder's court following an "improved offer" to fight Anthony Joshua.

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Ryder Cup: 'Heartbroken' Koepka contacts spectator who suffered serious eye injury

Corine Remande was left with a serious eye injury following Brooks Koepka's wayward tee shot, and the American has contacted her.

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Tomic wins Chengdu Open

A 6-1 3-6 7-6 (9-7) victory over Fabio Fognini in the Chengdu Open final gave Bernard Tomic his first ATP Tour title since July 2015.

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Smith unhappy with booing of Slater

Billy Slater was booed by fans in his final match at the NRL Grand Final, which left Melbourne Storm captain Cameron Smith disappointed.

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Murray to end his season early

Great Britain's Andy Murray will participate in tournaments in Shenzhen and Beijing, but will skip Masters events in Shanghai and Paris.

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Woods fires 65 at Tour Championship

He has vowed that a tournament win is on the horizon and Tiger Woods put himself firmly in the hunt at East Lake on Thursday.

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Joshua not underestimating Povetkin

Alexander Povetkin has lost just one fight, to Wladimir Klitschko, and Anthony Joshua talked up the threat he will pose.

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England announce ODI squad

Ben Stokes and Alex Hales are part of England's 16-man squad for the one-day internationals with Sri Lanka, as is the uncapped Olly Stone.

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Davis Cup: Croatia through to face France in final

Croatia were taken all the way against the United States, but Borna Coric beat Frances Tiafoe in five sets to send them into the final.

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Tui wants time off after fan row

Television footage showed Lukhan Tui arguing with a supporter following Australia's Rugby Championship loss to Argentina.

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Ajayi reveals Super Bowl perk

Philadelphia franchises had only won one major championship between them since the 1980s before the Eagles' Super Bowl victory.

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Patriots players back Nike

Devin McCourty and Duron Harmon of the New England Patriots are the latest stars to come out in support of Nike and Colin Kaepernick.

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Backlash around Colin Kaepernick advertisement 'adds' to Nike's message

Some social-media users uploaded videos of them burning Nike trainers following the release of a Colin Kaepernick advertisement.

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Cook to retire from England duty

Alastair Cook will retire as England's all-time leading run scorer in Test match cricket.

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Alastair Cook retires: The potential replacements for the England opener

Burns, Vince or Stoneman could be opening the batting in Sri Lanka.

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Buttler helps England build up lead

It's anyone's Test.

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Federer beats Paire, Kyrgios next

Roger Federer has not dropped a set yet at the US Open as he proved too good for Frenchman Benoit Paire on Arthur Ashe Stadium.

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Kyrgios defends US Open umpire

Kyrgios found an unlikely ally, who turned out to be a superfan.

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Vuelta: Dennis wins time trial

BMC Racing rider Rohan Dennis followed up his team time trial success at last year's Vuelta a Espana with an individual victory in Malaga.

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Chievo keeper suffers broken nose

Cristiano Ronaldo's collision with Stefano Sorrentino on his Juventus debut resulted in the Chievo goalkeeper suffering a broken nose, whiplash and a bruised shoulder.

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Cincinnati Masters: Novak Djokovic overcomes illness to see off Mannarino

Novak Djokovic was seen by medical staff at the Cincinnati Masters but then reeled off six successive games in beating Adrian Mannarino.

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All Blacks to start Barrett at 10

Steve Hansen has picked Beauden Barrett as New Zealand's fly-half for Saturday's Bledisloe Cup blockbuster against Australia, while lock Sam Whitelock will win his 100th cap for the All Blacks.

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Fernando Alonso quits F1: Who will replace former world champion at McLaren?

McLaren will be seeking a replacement for Fernando Alonso after it was confirmed the Spaniard will leave Formula One at the end of the year.

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NFL players protest in pre-season

Colin Kaepernick tweeted his support and the NFL issued a statement in response to player demonstrations during the national anthem.

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Mitchell Starc: Suspended Steve Smith will return to Test best

Mitchell Starc thinks Australia's Steve Smith can once again be Test cricket's best batsman when he returns after Virat Kohli overtook him.

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Thomas among golfers to donate to appeal for Lyle's daughters

PGA Tour golfer Jarrod Lyle is to begin end-of-life care and US PGA Championship winner Justin Thomas has donated to a fund for his girls.

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