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Tszyu requires surgery following dog bite, Ocampo fight to go ahead
Tim Tszyu’s upcoming fight against Carlos Ocampo won't be scrapped despite the Aussie requiring emergency surgery following a laceration to his right arm.
Tom Naghten
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Gambling man Foley goes all-in on himself
Darragh Foley is taking on Jack Catterall in Manchester this Saturday, May 27 (Sunday, May 28 in Australia), yet another trip into his opponent’s backyard for the self-confessed “road warrior.”
Tom Naghten
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Parker vs. Django: Fury declares 'Parker is back' after first-round KO
Former WBO heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker showed he was on a different level to Faiga "Django" Opelu in Melbourne on Wednesday night, scoring a first-round knockout victory.
Tom Naghten
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Parker vs. Django: Full card results as Parker and Tszyu land 1st-round KOs
All the results from Melbourne as Joseph Parker and Nikita Tszyu land first-round knockouts.
Tom Naghten
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Nakatani lands KO of the year contender on Moloney
Andrew Moloney was the victim of a savage knockout in his WBO super-flyweight world title bout with Junto Nakatani in Las Vegas.
Tom Naghten
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WBO orders Tszyu and Charlo fight by September 30
Pending victory over Carlos Ocampo on the Gold Coast next month, Tim Tszyu has been ordered to face undisputed champion Jermell Charlo by September 30.
Tom Naghten
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Tim Tszyu in action on the Gold Coast in June
Tim Tszyu (22-0) will defend his interim WBO title at 154-pounds against Mexico’s Carlos Ocampo (34-2) on the Gold Coast on June 18.
Tom Naghten
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UFC 288 results: Sterling retains 135-lb title with win over Cejudo
Aljamain Sterling has retained the UFC bantamweight title with a split decision victory over former champion Henry Cejudo.
Tom Naghten
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Exclusive: Q&A with UFC heavyweight champ Jon Jones
Q&A: We quiz UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones on his favourite fighters, dream opponents and most satisfying victory.
Tom Naghten
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Groups and draw set for 2023 FIBA Men's World Cup
The draw for this year's FIBA Men's World Cup has concluded ahead of the tournament which is due to begin in late August.
Tom Naghten
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Whittaker to face Du Plessis at UFC 290
Former UFC middleweight champion Robert Whittaker will face off with rising South African contender Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 290 in Las Vegas.
Tom Naghten
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Moloney ready to fight fire with fire against Nakatani
Andrew Moloney believes the stars have aligned for him and his brother Jason to be crowned world champions one week apart, after Top Rank confirmed he'd be fighting Junto Nakatani for the WBO super-flyweight title.
Tom Naghten
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Adesanya explains savage Pereira KO and celebration
Israel Adesanya has revealed the method to the madness behind his knockout of Alex Pereira at UFC 287, as well as the pointed celebrations which followed.
Tom Naghten
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Exclusive: Pereira believes Adesanya has rushed into rematch
UFC middleweight champion Alex Pereira chats to Sporting News ahead of his fight with Israel Adesanya at UFC 287 in Miami.
Tom Naghten
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Moloney warns world title opponent: 'He's made a mistake'
Jason Moloney (25-2) is hoping it’s a case of third time lucky when he takes on Vincent Astrolabio (18-3) for the vacant WBO bantamweight title in California on May 13 (May 14 in Australia).
Tom Naghten
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Tszyu scores huge stoppage victory over Harrison, sets up undisputed clash
Tim Tszyu claimed the biggest win of his career and set up an undisputed super-welterweight world title clash with Jermell Charlo later in the year when he defeated Tony Harrison via ninth-round knockout to win the interim WBO title.
Tom Naghten
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Who is fighting on Tszyu vs. Harrison undercard?
We take a look at which fighters will be appearing on the card when Tim Tszyu faces Tony Harrison for the WBO interim super-welterweight title in Sydney on March 12.
Tom Naghten
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Tszyu and Harrison make weight, share intense final faceoff
All the weigh-in results and reaction from Sydney as Tim Tszyu, Tony Harrison and all the undercard fighters step on the scales ahead of Sunday's big fight.
Tom Naghten
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Where is Tim Tszyu vs. Tony Harrison?
Tim Tszyu will fight for a maiden world title in his hometown of Sydney after Qudos Bank Arena was chosen as the host venue of next month’s WBO super-welterweight world championship bout between Tszyu and American Tony Harrison.
Tom Naghten
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'There'd be 200 people in the crowd': Tszyu bites back at Harrison jibe
Tim Tszyu has reminded opponent Tony Harrison who the A-side is in Sunday’s interim WBO super-welterweight world title clash in Sydney.
Tom Naghten
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'Ends in a knockout': 2-time world champ calls Tszyu-Harrison winner
Two-time world champion Shawn Porter believes Tim Tszyu will stop Tony Harrison and claim the interim WBO super-welterweight title in Sydney on Sunday.
Tom Naghten
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'Gambling man' Tony Harrison eyeing off against-the-odds victory over Tszyu
Tony Harrison may be the betting underdog in Sunday’s world title bout against Tim Tszyu in Sydney but that suits the self-confessed “gambling man” just fine.
Tom Naghten
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How to watch De Minaur vs. Paul in Mexican Open final
Everything you need to know about the Mexican Open final between Alex De Minaur and Tommy Paul, including the start time and broadcast information.
Tom Naghten
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'F***ing disgusting': Harrison hands Tszyu reality check
Tony Harrison has labelled the level of competition faced by Tim Tszyu as “f***ing disgusting” ahead of the pair’s interim WBO super-welterweight world title bout in Sydney next Sunday.
Tom Naghten
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'They think we’re bums': Tszyu fighting for Australia
In addition to the world title on the line, Tim Tszyu is out to change the perception of Australian boxing on the world stage when he faces Tony Harrison in Sydney on Sunday, March 12.
Tom Naghten
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Opetaia tipping Tszyu to join world champion ranks
Jai Opetaia, Australia's only current male world champion, believes Tim Tszyu will replicate his title success when he fights Tony Harrison in Sydney on March 12.
Tom Naghten
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Volkanovski backs up teammate's accusations over Makhachev's IV use
Alex Volkanovski and training partner Dan Hooker have appeared to suggest UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev used an illegal intravenous drip ahead of his fight at UFC 284.
Tom Naghten
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UFC 284: Makhachev defeats Volkanovski in thrilling clash
Islam Makhachev has retained the UFC lightweight title after a thrilling 25-minute back-and-forth contest with 145-lb champion Alex Volkanovski at UFC 284 in Perth.
Tom Naghten
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Ranking every UFC PPV event held in Australia
Ahead of UFC 284 in Perth, we've compiled our rankings the seven UFC pay-per-view event to have been held in Australia.
Tom Naghten
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Wilson falls short of world title in thrilling bout with Navarrete
Emanuel Navarrete has secured his status as a three-division champion, outlasting Australia's Liam Wilson in a brutal and thrilling contest in Arizona.
Tom Naghten
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Wilson accuses Navarrete camp of 'tampering' with scales
Aussie world title challenger Liam Wilson has sensationally accused the camp of his Mexican opponent Emanuel Navarrete of “tampering” with the scales following the official weigh-in.
Tom Naghten
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'He's so basic': Harrison brushes off Tszyu chances
Tim Tszyu’s opponent Tony Harrison has likened the Aussie to someone he’d fight in a park ahead of their WBO super-welterweight world title bout on March 12.
Tom Naghten
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'We wish only for peace': Djokovic's father won't attend semi-final
Novak Djokovic's father, Srdjan, won't attend his son's Australian Open semi-final against Tommy Paul on Friday evening.
Tom Naghten
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When are Kyrgios and Kokkinakis playing doubles?
Everything you need to know as Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis attempt to defend their men's doubles title at the 2023 Australian Open.
Tom Naghten
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Jones to face Gane for heavyweight title; Edwards and Usman trilogy set for UFC 286
Jon Jones willmake his heavyweight debut when he faces Ciryl Gane for the title at UFC 285 on March 4, while Leon Edwards and Kamaru Usman will complete their trilogy for the welterweight strap at UFC 286 in London on March 18.
Tom Naghten
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AJ linked to Demsey McKean for return fight
Undefeated Australian heavyweight Demsey McKean is reportedly being lined up as English superstar Anthony Joshua’s next opponent.
Tom Naghten
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Djokovic saves match point to claim Adelaide International 1 title
Novak Djokovic’s preparations for a return to the Australian Open are on course after he was able to tough out a victory over a game Sebastian Korda in the final of the Adelaide International 1 on Sunday night.
Tom Naghten
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Wilson gaining inside intel on Navarrete
As he prepares to go 12 championship rounds with Emanuel Navarrete, Liam Wilson is drawing on the help of those already familiar with his Mexican opponent.
Tom Naghten
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Wilson earns maiden world title shot in Navarrete clash
Queensland’s Liam Wilson will face Emanuel Navarrete for the WBO super-featherweight title in Arizona on February 3 (Feb. 4 in Australia).
Tom Naghten
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Whittaker vs. Costa removed from UFC 284 card
Robert Whittaker will not be fighting at UFC 284 in Perth on February 12 due to a contract dispute between the UFC and his opponent Paulo Costa.
Tom Naghten
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Tszyu reaping the benefits of two key changes to fight preparation
Seven weeks out from the biggest fight of his career, Tim Tszyu says he’s never felt this good.
Tom Naghten
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Bridges stops O'Connell after epic brawl in all-Aussie title fight
Ebanie Bridges has defended her IBF bantamweight title with an eighth-round stoppage victory over compatriot Shannon O'Connell.
Tom Naghten
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Tszyu gets a glimpse into the future as fight venue confirmed
On the day his undisputed world title fight was made official, Tim Tszyu got a taste of the bright lights on offer in the US sports scene.
Tom Naghten
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Pavlovich destroys Tuivasa with 54-second knockout
Sergei Pavlovich extended his first-round knockout streak to five with a demolition job on Tai Tuivasa in Orlando.
Tom Naghten
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Messi and Argentina taking lessons into clash with Socceroos
Argentina captain Lionel Messi and coach Lionel Scaloni appear to have taken lessons from their shock loss to Saudi Arabia ahead of their round of 16 clash with Australia.
Tom Naghten
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Opetaia's message to cruiserweights as comeback nears
Cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia is back from injury and he can’t wait to continue his quest for all the gold in the division.
Tom Naghten
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Hussein reveals pain caused by corrupt referee in loss to Pacquiao
Nedal “Skinny” Hussein, the man robbed of victory by a corrupt referee in his fight with boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, has spoken of the toll the loss took on him.
Tom Naghten
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‘It’s hunting season’: Tszyu jets off for date with destiny
Tim Tszyu departed Sydney on Monday morning, embarking on a trip which he hopes will culminate in him being crowned undisputed super-welterweight world champion.
Tom Naghten
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Bridges and O'Connell clash ahead of world title showdown
Ebanie Bridges and Shannon O’Connell have clashed ahead of their IBF bantamweight world title fight on December 10, adding more spice to an already enticing matchup.
Tom Naghten
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Stevie Spark wins in Cleveland after Montana Love disqualified
Australian Stevie Spark shock victory after Montana Love disqualification.
Tom Naghten
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Volkanovski ready to embrace Makhachev challenge
Alex Volkanovski is excited by the prospect of being an underdog when he takes on new lightweight champion Islam Makhachev.
Tom Naghten
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Volkanovski accepts challenge from Makhachev
Alex Volkanovski and Islam Makhachev appeared to confirm the UFC 284 main event after the latter's title victory at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi.
Tom Naghten
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MMA world reacts to O'Malley-Yan decision
A host of UFC fighters and countless fans have voiced their discontent with the judges at UFC 280 after Sean O'Malley was awarded a split-decision victory over Petr Yan.
Tom Naghten
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The 'extra edge' Tszyu says will take him to the world title
Tim Tszyu may be 100 days out from his first world title fight but his preparations are already in full swing.
Tom Naghten
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Derek Chisora set for December 3 showdown with Tyson Fury
Eddie Hearn insists Anthony Joshua wanted to face Tyson Fury in a keenly anticipated showdown. But the Gypsy King is now set to take on old foe Derek Chisora.
Dom Farrell
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Haney vs. Kambosos 2 undercard bouts
Who else is fighting on the undercard to the undisputed lightweight world title rematch between Devin Haney and George Kambosos
Tom Naghten
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Whittaker defeats Vettori at UFC Paris
Former middlweight champion Robert Whittaker returned to the octagon to score a clear points win over Marvin Vettori at UFC Paris.
Tom Naghten
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Gane lands brutal knockout on Tuivasa
Ciryl Gane scored a dramatic round-three knockout win over Australia’s Tai Tuivasa in a heavyweight epic at UFC Paris.
Tom Naghten
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Why Kambosos is ready to turn the tables on Haney
George Kambosos is going into his rematch with Devin Haney with such a focus and drive that he even flagged the possibility of retirement should he lose.
Tom Naghten
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Haney vs. Kambosos 2: Rematch locked in
George Kambosos will meet Devin Haney in Melbourne for the second time this year when the pair clash for the undisputed lightweight world title.
Tom Naghten
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Smith responds to LIV Golf rumours
Fresh from winning the 150th edition of The Open Championship, Cameron Smith failed to put to bed rumours surrounding his possible move to rival golf tour, LIV.
Tom Naghten
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Charlo and Tszyu set for Jan. 28 showdown
Tim Tszyu will take on Jermell Charlo for the undisputed super-welterweight title on January 28, 2023.
Tom Naghten
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Australian XI for first ODI against Sri Lanka revealed
Australian captain Aaron Finch has confirmed the XI for the first ODI against Sri Lanka on Tuesday amid news bowler Kane Richardson has departed the squad with a hamstring problem.
Tom Naghten
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Kambosos 'humbled' by vocal reception ahead of Haney bout
An expectedly parochial crowd was on hand to welcome George Kambosos (20-0) to his open workout in Melbourne’s Federation Square ahead of his undisputed lightweight world title bout with Devin Haney (27-0) on Sunday.
Tom Naghten
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WBO orders Charlo to face Tszyu in world title bout
Tim Tszyu looks set to get his world title shot after the WBO ordered promoters to begin negotiations on a mandatory championship bout between the Aussie and undisputed super-welterweight champion Jermell Charlo.
Tom Naghten
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Kambosos wants 'no excuses' from Haney amid visa issues
George Kambosos has scoffed at suggestions he’s had anything to do with the ongoing visa issues of Devin Haney’s father and lead trainer Bill ahead of their undisputed lightweight title bout next month.
Tom Naghten
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Kambosos' warning for 'nothing special' Haney
George Kambosos has promised to expose Devin Haney when they meet for the undisputed lightweight title at Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium on June 5th.
Tom Naghten
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Bill Haney denied entry into Australia for Kambosos fight
Devin Haney will be without at least two key members of his team when he attempts to become undisputed lightweight champion in Melbourne next month.
Tom Naghten
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Charlo whacks Tszyu in response to potential fight
Newly crowned undisputed super-welterweight champion Jermell Charlo has scoffed at a question asking whether he’d fight Australian contender Tim Tszyu.
Tom Naghten
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Charlo wins undisputed title with stoppage of Castano
Jermell Charlo became the first male undisputed super-welterweight champion with a 10th-round stoppage of Brian Castano in Carson, California.
Tom Naghten
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George Kambosos will get a rematch in Australia if he loses to Devin Haney
The undisputed title fight between George Kambosos Jr. and Devin Haney will have an incentive, should Kambosos lose.
Tom Naghten
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Jake Paul lists Sonny Bill Williams as potential future opponent
Jake Paul has mentioned Sonny Bill Williams as a potential future opponent in the boxing ring, while also floating the possibility of fighting Down Under.
Tom Naghten
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George Kambosos Jr. begins mental warfare against Devin Haney ahead of undisputed title bout
Kambosos prodded Haney several times during the press conference to announce the fight.
Tom Naghten
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George Kambosos Jr. to fight Devin Haney for undisputed lightweight world title
The bout is set to be one of the most significant combat sports events in Australian history.
Tom Naghten
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George Kambosos' simple message for Devin Haney: ‘I’ll see you in Melbourne’
The Sporting News spoke with George Kambosos Jr. following news of a potential clash with Devin Haney instead of Vasiliy Lomachenko.
Tom Naghten
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Tim Tszyu's U.S. debut vs. Terrell Gausha confirmed for March 26
The son of Kostya Tszyu, Tim is ready to make the most of his United States debut.
Tom Naghten
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Casey O'Neill goes full heel as crowd boos following win over Roxanne Modafferi
After beating a legend, Casey O'Neill is ready to be the "bad guy" if everyone wants her to be.
Tom Naghten
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Tai Tuivasa knocks out Derrick Lewis after wild exchange at UFC 271
Beating a top five fighter, Tai Tuivasa has now become a true contender at heavyweight.
Tom Naghten
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Israel Adesanya offers support to Joe Rogan amid racism claims
Joe Rogan has been under fire for comments stated years ago on his podcast.
Tom Naghten
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UFC 271: Tai Tuivasa going into the biggest fight of his career like only he can
Sporting News spoke with Tau Tuivasa heading into his fight against Derrick Lewis at UFC 271.
Tom Naghten
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Denis Shapovalov claims Rafael Nadal favoritism after Australian Open loss: 'You guys are all corrupt'
Canada’s Denis Shapovalov has doubled down on his suggestion Rafael Nadal receives preferential treatment from officials.
Tom Naghten
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Denis Shapovalov loses it on umpire en route to loss to Rafael Nadal: 'You guys are all corrupt'
Drama, dramam, drama...
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