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Barcelona win first match after attack

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Barcelona make a winning start to their La Liga campaign by defeating Real Betis on an emotional night at the Nou Camp.

Barcelona vs. Real Betis live stream info, TV channel: How to watch La Liga on TV, stream online

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Barca opens up La Liga play on Sunday at home

Real Madrid Live Stream in USA: How to Watch Without Cable

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Looking to watch a live stream of Real Madrid matches? Here's a complete rundown of how to watch every La Liga fixture in the United States.

In Last Decade, Only 'Bama's Been Able to Repeat

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Glenn Sattell, Saturday Down SouthBack-to-back national championships are nearly impossible. Here's what happened to the last 10 teams who tried.

Marcos Alonso Spoils Tottenham's 1st Wembley Premier League Match vs. Chelsea

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Defending Premier League champions Chelsea grabbed their first win of the 2017-18 campaign on Sunday, beating Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 thanks to a brace from Marcos Alonso. Alonso gave the visitors the lead with a phenomenal free-kick, but Spurs improved as the f…

WWE SummerSlam 2017 matches, card, start time, kickoff show, PPV date, rumors

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The build to SummerSlam, WWE's second-biggest PPV of the year, is over and the event is here

PSG vs. Toulouse live stream info, TV channel: How to watch Neymar in Ligue 1 on TV, stream online

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It will be Neymar's first home game with the French club

Jack Harvey will drive final two IndyCar races for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports

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Jack Harvey will drive final two IndyCar races for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports

Muguruza thumps Halep in straight sets in Cincinnati final

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(Reuters) - Spanish fourth seed Garbine Muguruza played flawlessly to crush Simona Halep 6-1 6-0 in a one-sided women's final at the Cincinnati Open on Sunday.

LOOK: Barcelona plans awesome jersey tribute to terror attack victims

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A van attack in Barcelona left 13 people dead, and the popular club will carry the city on its back

Derek Carr says hand on Khalil Mack's shoulder a display of unity, not a protest

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The Raiders duo had a great explanation for their decision to stand next to each other

Le'Veon Bell Reportedly to Continue Steelers Holdout Through Week 3 of Preseason

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Pittsburgh Steelers star running back Le'Veon Bell reportedly will continue his holdout through the team's third preseason game next Saturday against the Indianapolis Colts, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. But Fowler added, "The source would be surpri…

Why Fans Are Fanatical About Tebow

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Robert Klemko, Sports IllustratedConversations with loyal followers of a certain 30-year-old minor-league baseball player

Sources: Magic focus of PG-13 tampering probe

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Sources: Magic focus of PG-13 tampering probe

'Stoke fans will bring the best out of him' - who makes Garth's team of the week?

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Who just needs to show the Stoke fans he cares? And who reminds Garth Crooks of a former Germany full-back? Find out in his team of the week.

WATCH: Cardinals rookie Budda Baker proves he is a special kind of athletic freak

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The Cardinals rookie safety might have a career in break dancing when he's done with the NFL

Conservative McHenry Trading Sports for Politics

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Ian Casselberry, Awful AnnouncingFormer ESPN reporter Britt McHenry has become more outspoken on her political beliefs since being laid off, which suits her current interests.

As Bad as Bortles Is, There's Still No Spot for Kaep in NFL

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Ray Ratto, CSN Bay AreaTrotting his name out every time a quarterback vomits up a practice game on national television is simply perpetuating a lie...

Real Madrid vs. Deportivo La Coruna live stream info, TV channel: How to watch La Liga on TV, stream…

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Los Blancos' campaign defense begins on the road

Antonio Conte warns Spurs: Wembley will inspire your opponents

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• Chelsea manager delighted with his side's 2-1 victory• Tottenham lose at home in league for first time in 15 monthsAntonio Conte has warned Tottenham Hotspur that the grandiose surroundings of the national stadium may serve to inspire visitors to their tempo…

Red Sox Want to Play Ball, Not Politics

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Chad Jennings, Boston HeraldManager John Farrell said he doesn't know much about former Red Sox owner Tom Yawkey, but he knows the current owner well enough to trust his opinion.If John Henry wants to rename Yawkey Way, Farrell is on board.

2017 AAC season previews: What to know about each team in 140 characters or less

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Expectations are high for Charlie Strong at South Florida, and Houston looks to take the next step

Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham: Alonso scores two goals to lift Blues past Spurs at Wembley

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Marcos Alonso was the unlikely hero to get Chelsea back on track

O'Neill: World Cup place would be phenomenal

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FIFA.com speaks exclusively with Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill about his World Cup memories, hopes of leading his country to Russia 2018, Northern Ireland's staggering rise up the FIFA Ranking and more.

NFL preseason scores, schedule, updates, news: Falcons' Matt Ryan starts hot

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Follow along for Falcons-Steelers and Saints-Chargers, plus other updates from Sunday

Barcelona Live Stream: How to Watch La Liga Games in USA

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Your complete guide to watching a live stream of Barcelona matches in the United States, even if you don't have cable.

Foiling, a Pastime Worthy of Silicon Valley

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Using technology developed for high-end boats, San Francisco Bay craftsmen and technologists have become pioneers in a sport that flies above the waves.

Stanton hits 45th HR, Conley fans 11, Marlins beat Mets 6-4

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Giancarlo Stanton hit his major league-leading 45th home run and Adam Conley struck out a career-high 11, leading the Miami Marlins over the New York Mets 6-4

Terence Crawford KOs Julius Indongo in third to become first undisputed champ in 12 years

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Crawford is just the third undisputed champion in the four-belt era.

DeMaurice Smith rips 'greedy' owners, says Roger Goodell 'lied' about conduct changes

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The NFLPA executive director comes out out firing in a 'Real Sports' segment

'I saw the fighters' - Conte praises Chelsea players after Wembley win over Spurs

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Marcos Alonso scores twice as champions Chelsea beat Tottenham in their first Premier League game at Wembley Stadium.

Bad Blood, Young Guns Reinvigorate BoSox-Yanks

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John Harper, New York Daily NewsBOSTON -- Just when it seemed the Yankees had caught up or perhaps even passed the current Red Sox, in terms of young star power, 23-year Andrew Benintendi goes all Ted Williams the last couple of weeks, while 20-year Rafael Dev…

NBA denies Greece's claim of plot to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo from Eurobasket

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The NBA stayed to the point in their response to the Greek basketball federation

2017 WWE SummerSlam predictions: Picks for all 13 matches on card, kickoff show

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Breaking down the entire WWE SummerSlam card ahead of the second-biggest show of the year

Blake Griffin Could See LeBron James Joining Knicks Before LA

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There's been plenty of buzz linking LeBron James to a potential move to the Los Angeles Lakers when he becomes a free agent after the 2017-18 season. But at least one NBA player, Los Angeles Clippers star Blake Griffin, thinks a move to the New York Knicks is …

MLB Umpires Drop Wristband Protest, Agree to Meet with Rob Manfred

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Major League Baseball umpires have agreed to end their white wristband protest after MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred agreed to a meeting to address their concerns. "Today, WUA members agreed to the Commissioner’s proposal to meet with the Union’s Gove…

How to Watch WWE SummerSlam 2017 Free Live Stream Online

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Here's the only free and legal way to watch WWE SummerSlam 2017 online or on your mobile device.

NFLPA Just Looking for a Fight

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Charles Robinson, Yahoo! SportsLabor already has its eyes on a CBA fight in 2021. It's too early to shape up the state of negotiations, but players who stand as union reps have told Yahoo Sports they are certain nothing of consequence can be achieved without a…

LOOK: Here's the play where Paxton Lynch lost the starting job to Trevor Siemian

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All signs point to Lynch, the former first-round pick, not beating out Siemian in Denver

MLB umpires drop protest after agreeing to meet with Commissioner Rob Manfred

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Many umpires wore white wristbands in a show of solidarity during their protest.

Mo Farah makes farewell gesture to mark symbolic changing of GB guard

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• Farah signs off British track career with Diamond League 3,000m win• Shows vested interest in inspiring next generation: 'Now it's finally done'Mo Farah ended his final track race on British soil by rattling through his greatest hits – the surge to the front…

Little League World Series 2017: Sunday Scores, Bracket Results and Highlights

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It was a battle of the unbeatens Sunday at the 2017 Little League World Series. Canada vs. Latin America and Asia Pacific vs. Japan were the two games scheduled on the international bracket, while New England vs. Southwest and Southeast vs. West were on the s…

Clippers near deal with Thunder exec Michael Winger to become GM

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Michael Winger is currently the Thunder's assistant GM.

WWE schedule, list of PPVs for 2017: SummerSlam, Survivor Series date, location

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Full list of WWE pay-per-views and special events scheduled for 2017

You Can Play This Golf Course Forward ... and Backward

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Bradley S. Klein, Golf WeekROSCOMMON, Mich. The most interesting large-scale experiment in modern course design can be found in the wilds of north-central Michigan. The Loop at Forest Dunes, a fully reversible 18-hole golf

Tottenham vs. Chelsea live stream info, TV channel: How to watch Spurs, Blues in Premier League on T…

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It's a battle of the top two teams from a year ago

Making sense of the NL Central race

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Making sense of the NL Central race

The Marlins' next GM could reportedly be someone from Derek Jeter's Yankees past

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Gary Denbo is apparently one of the favorites for the job

More Wembley woes for Spurs, Chelsea reignites title defense

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Marcos Alonso's double reignited Chelsea's Premier League title defense by securing a 2-1 victory over Tottenham after goalkeeper Hugo Lloris blundered to enable the champions to recover from its opening weekend loss &nb…

WWE SummerSlam 2017: Live Stream, WWE Network Start Time and Match Card

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SummerSlam is the WWE's second major pay-per-view behind WrestleMania, which means we are in for over six hours of action Sunday night. The men and women of NXT set the bar high at TakeOver: Brooklyn on Saturday, but the main roster has some contests capable o…

Kaep a Hero Despite NFL's Efforts to Silence Him

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Josh Levin, SlateHe lost his job but started a movement.

Book on Baylor scandal, 'Violated,' a clear reminder why Art Briles should not coach again

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The new book by ESPN reporters Paula Lavigne and Mark Schlabach details how Art Briles was a big part of the problem at Baylor.

Baseball's Latest Hope Is 'Paul Bunyan'

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Sean Gregory, TIME'This is the stuff of Paul Bunyan legend'

Christie drops out of contention for WFAN job

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The New Jersey governor's future has been a constant source of intrigue and speculation ever since he dropped out of the presidential race last year.

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred to meet with umpire reps over alleged mistreatment

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Umpires wore white sweatbands on Saturday to protest recent behavior

Source: RB Bell likely out for preseason Week 3

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Source: RB Bell likely out for preseason Week 3

Jets reportedly told Josh McCown to not talk to media about not playing

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Why didn't McCown, the presumed starter, play Saturday? The Jets don't want you to know

U.S. cruises to capture Solheim Cup against Europe

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At the heart of the U.S. team's victory was its superb play in fourballs on Friday and Saturday.

Sergi Roberto seals Barcelona win over Real Betis in La Liga opener

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Barcelona got off to a winning start in La Liga on Sunday, beating Real Betis 2-0 in a subdued atmosphere at the Camp Nou in the first game since terror attacks in the Catalan capital and the town of Cambrils.Betis defender Alin Tosca diverted a cross from the…

Don't Begrudge Bell a Shot at More Money

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Sean Gentille, Pittsburgh Post-GazetteThe Steelers star doesn't deserve scorn for trying to maximize his value, but turning down their last offer may have been a mistake.

2017 WWE SummerSlam live stream, watch online, start time, PPV card

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Here is every way you can watch find WWE SummerSlam streaming online Sunday night

Umps end protest of 'abusive player behavior'

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Umps end protest of 'abusive player behavior'

NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn 3 results, recap, grades: New champions and a huge debut

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Two of NXT's three titles changed hands on Saturday night as a new faction debuted in Brooklyn

Report: Zlatan Ibrahimovic expected to rejoin Manchester United on a new contract

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The talented Swede looks set for his Premier League return

NBA opens investigation into Lakers for alleged Paul George tampering at request of Pacers

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The league announced that it will look into the Lakers' correspondence with Paul George, his agent and his parents.

Jaguars Must Admit Screwup, Bench Bortles

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Bucky Brooks, NFL.comAfter another rough outing for Blake Bortles, Bucky Brooks says the Jacksonville Jaguars must make a QB change immediately.

Catch of the year? Junior League Baseball World Series player flips wall to rob a homer

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Jack Regenye turned in one of the finest grabs you'll ever see

Blake Griffin: 'Something is brewing' with LeBron, but New York more likely than L.A.

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The Clippers big man thinks LeBron will reunite with the banana boat crew at some point

MLB Sunday scores, highlights, updates, news: Tigers' Verlander shuts down Dodgers

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Plus who Jeter might name Marlins GM, an amazing catch, and all the rest of the day's action

Watch: Jack Regenye makes catch of the year at Junior League World Series

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Holy cow.

United States retain Solheim Cup with win over Europe

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The United States retain the Solheim Cup by securing an unassailable 14½-9½ lead over Europe in Iowa.

Bayern Munich Transfer News: Latest Rumours on James Rodriguez, Renato Sanches

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Bayern Munich would reportedly have to pay up to £42 million if they want to sign James Rodriguez permanently. Details of the Colombia international's loan switch from Real Madrid earlier this summer were made public and reveal the playmaker will earn &p…

Conor McGregor Gives Boxing Critique of Canelo, Gennady Golovkin, Manny Pacquiao

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Conor McGregor, boxing analyst. Just throw it on the pile of talents and career options for the Irish MMA champion. There is no shortage of these options. He doesn't need this options, he just has them. The success is almost overwhelming. As McGregor heads int…

Then and Now: See how MLB Little League Classic's stars have changed

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Then and Now: See how MLB Little League Classic's stars have changed

Warriors, Trump Should Mutually Agree to Skip Visit

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Sam Amick, USA TodayWhile the Warriors have yet to receive a formal invite, the signs are stronger than ever that they have no interest in visiting 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.

Report: Clippers offer general manager position to Thunder exec Michael Winger

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Have the Clippers reportedly found their next GM?

2017 MLB Little League Classic Pirates-Cardinals: Start time, TV, stream info, things to know

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No, the Cardinals and Pirates are not playing in a Little League stadium

Athletics: Farah wins his farewell track race in Britain

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BIRMINGHAM, England (Reuters) - Mo Farah brought down the curtain on his peerless track career in Britain by winning his farewell race on home soil on an emotional afternoon at the Birmingham Grand Prix Diamond League meeting on Sunday.

Lakers Tampering: What Is the NBA Definition & Rules?

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The Pacers have filed tampering charges against the Lakers. Find out what tampering means, and how strong of a case the Pacers have.

Wyndham Championship 2017: Purse & Prize Money Breakdown

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The 2017 Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, North Carolina has a purse of $5.8 million. Find a breakdown of the payouts here.

LOOK: Barcelona pays emotional pregame tribute to deadly Las Ramblas attack victims

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It was quite the emotional scene before the start of Barca's La Liga campaign at Camp Nou

Lakers Tampering Allegation Reportedly Due to Magic Johnson, Paul George Contact

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The Indiana Pacers reportedly filed a tampering charge against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday revolving around Magic Johnson and Paul George. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported the news, noting the "probe centered on possible impermissible contact" between…

German soccer player pulls a Gramatica; suffers ACL injury while celebrating a goal

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Talk about going from high to low in a span of seconds for Hamburger's Nicolai Muller

Paul George-Lakers tampering investigation reportedly centered around Magic Johnson

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The NBA broke its silence with a statement related to the Lakers-Paul George tampering charges

Bills Should Dump Taylor in Hopes of Salvaging '18

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Jason McIntyre, The Big LeadBuffalo should be selling.

European Tour could launch takeover bid for Ladies European Tour

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• LET is also a potential business target for US-based LPGA Tour• European Tour 'always looking at ways to grow and expand our business'The European Tour could launch a takeover bid for its struggling ladies equivalent. The Ladies European Tour (LET), which ha…

Mo Farah calls time on GB career after victory in final track outing

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• Surprise announcement follows win in 3,000m at Birmingham grand prix• Briton had been expected still to compete for country in marathonsMo Farah says he has competed for the last time in a British vest after delighting his home crowd with victory over 3,000m…

Don't blame Wembley for Chelsea defeat, says Pochettino – video

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Mauricio Pochettino claimed that his Spurs side played well in their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea at Wembley, but their loss was nothing to do with the so-called "Wembley curse". Instead, he blamed his team not making enough chances, and lamented Chelsea scoring two …

NFL Preseason Schedule: What Football Games Are on TV Today, August 20?

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The Steelers take on the Falcons while the Saints square off with the Chargers. Find out all the details on today's NFL football games.

Andres Iniesta Confirms He Hasn't Renewed Barcelona Contract, Considering Future

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Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta has confirmed he's thinking about his future before he makes a decision on signing the contract renewal offered to extend his stay at the Camp Nou. The 21-year club veteran spoke to Spanish newspaper El Pais (h/t M…

Cincinnati Open: Garbine Muguruza thrashes Simona Halep in final

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Romania's Simona Halep fails to become world number one after losing 6-1 6-0 to Garbine Muguruza in the Cincinnati Open final.

2017 Little League World Series

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Tottenham Transfer News: Latest Rumours on Toby Alderweireld and Kevin Wimmer

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Chelsea have reportedly spoken to Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Toby Alderweireld about a possible transfer, as the Belgium international struggles to negotiate a new contract. Alderweireld isn't the only Spurs defender who is the subject of transfer speculat…

Dispiriting house-warming party silences Tottenham's drum-beating | Amy Lawrence

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Having been unbeaten at White Hart Lane last season, Spurs' Wembley woes continued with Chelsea winning the first Premier League game at the stadiumIn their temporary home, with a turned page towards a bigger future, a whopping crowd and an abundance of flag-w…

Bristol: Five takeaways from Kyle Busch's sweep

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As the NASCAR Cup Series prepares for its final week off, just three playoff slots remain with two races left.

Gilas Pilipinas Open 2017 Southeast Asian Games with Win vs. Thailand

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Gilas Pilipinas was surprisingly eliminated from the FIBA Asia Cup early in the knockout phase. They nearly opened the Southeast Asian Games with another disappointment but narrowly escaped with a win, defeating Thailand 81-74. The Philippines took …

Adam Gemili disqualified as Britain's top sprinters are brought back to reality

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• Gemili false starts in the 100m at the Birmingham grand prix• Mitchell-Blake and Talbot struggle in 200m, Asher-Smith fifth in 100mA week after soaring to scarcely imagined heights at the world championships many of Britain's top sprinters came tumbling back…

Jerry Jones Says He Wouldn't Be Surprised If Ezekiel Elliott Plays vs. Raiders

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones told reporters he would not be surprised if Ezekiel Elliott makes his preseason debut next week against the Oakland Raiders. "Wouldn't surprise me at all if he would get a few snaps," Jones said Saturday after the Cowboys' 24-…

Sources: Lakers subject of NBA tampering probe (Yahoo Sports)

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The investigation centers around former Pacers star Paul George, and started at Indiana's request after the franchise traded George to Oklahoma City.

WWE SummerSlam 2017 Matches: Best Finish for AJ Styles vs. Kevin Owens and More

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The second-most significant pay-per-view of the WWE schedule is upon us, as Raw and SmackDown Live present SummerSlam, live from Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on Sunday. The event is headlined by Brock Lesnar's Universal Championship defense, Shi…

Vuelta a Espana 2017: Yves Lampaert Takes Maiden Grand Tour Win

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Quick-Step Cycling executed a perfect tactical plan to grab Stage 2 of the 2017 Vuelta a Espana on Sunday, with Yves Lampaert crossing the line first for his maiden win in a Grand Tour. The Belgian avoided a bunch sprint by taking advantage of heavy winds and …

College football 2017: Expect Notre Dame to bounce back from 4-8 season

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Brian Kelly took the blame for Notre Dame's 4-8 season in 2017, and the Irish should be much better. BYU also has a chance to be strong.

The Dozen: the weekend's best Premier League photos

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Your weekend roundup of the best photography from England's top flight• Follow us on Instagram for more great sports photography Continue reading...

IndyCar driver Hunter-Reay cleared to race following wreck

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Andretti Autosport driver hurt hip, knee, but will be back for today's event at Pocono.

Al Thumama Stadium design unveiled

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Designs for the Al Thumama Stadium have been revealed, which is the sixth to be unveiled ahead of the 2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar.

Mayweather vs. McGregor Card: Complete Schedule of Fights

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Gervonta Davis, Floyd Mayweather's protege, is one of several intriguing fighters on the undercard of Mayweather vs. McGregor.

Fantasy football sleepers, busts, breakouts revisited

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Fantasy football sleepers, busts, breakouts revisited

Karl Burke packs a punch with a one-two in Deauville's Prix Morny

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• North Yorkshire trainer lifts Group One race with Unfortunately• Rostropovich wins for Ryan Moore and Aidan O'Brien in Curragh's FuturityUnfortunately led home a one-two for the Middleham trainer Karl Burke in the Group One Prix Morny at Deauville. After win…

Australian rugby looks dysfunctional and delusional – is there any hope left? | Bret Harris

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The Wallabies plumbed new depths in their record defeat to the All Blacks on Saturday night , but a new high performance model may offer a glimmer of hopeQuo vadis rugby union? Where on earth is the game going in this country? Just when you thought things coul…

EuroHockey 2017: England women narrowly lose to Germany

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Defending champions England lose 1-0 to Germany in the EuroHockey Championships in Amsterdam.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic Reportedly to Sign Contract to Return to Manchester United

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Veteran striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic will reportedly sign a new contract with Manchester United, possibly as early as next week. According to ESPN FC's Andy Mitten, his swift recovery from the knee injury that ended his 2016-17 campaign has sped up the timeline…

WWE SummerSlam 2017 Spoilers: Latest Rumors, Odds and Buzz Before Mega PPV

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WWE SummerSlam is finally here. The company's summer spectacle is one of the biggest nights of the year. Next to WrestleMania and the Royal Rumble, there is arguably no bigger WWE pay-per-view. This year, the card is stacked deep with top talent, and eight cha…

Hamburg's Nicolai Mueller tears knee ligament while celebrating a goal

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He will be out for about six months.

Clayton Kershaw Expected to Make Rehab Start Next Weekend, Says Dave Roberts

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Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said ace Clayton Kershaw is expected to make a rehabilitation start with either Tulsa or Oklahoma City next weekend, according to Andy McCullough of the Los Angeles Times. He is also scheduled to throw three inning…

Clippers Reportedly Offer GM Position to Thunder's Michael Winger

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The Los Angeles Clippers have reportedly offered their vacant general manager position to Oklahoma City Thunder executive Michael Winger. Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reported the news, noting the deal could be finalized "soon." Winger, 37, is currently …

Britain's Adam Blythe finishes third in second stage of Vuelta a Espana

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• Blythe follows in slipstream of Yves Lampaert and Matteo Trentin• Tour de France winner Chris Froome is 16th but improves overall standingAdam Blythe finished third in the second stage of the Vuelta a Espana while his fellow Briton Chris Froome improved his …

What if Sens landed Roberts at 2007 deadline? (Yahoo Sports)

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The Senators' inability to land Gary Roberts at the 2007 trade deadline resulted in short-term pain for long-term gain.

Tottenham 1-2 Chelsea: Conte thanks players for 'amazing performance'

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Chelsea manager Antonio Conte thanks his players for an "amazing performance" after Marcos Alonso's second goal of the game gives the defending champions a 2-1 win over Tottenham at Wembley.

Panenka penalty goes wrong in Romanian league match – video

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George Calintaru, a forward playing for Juventus Bucuresti in the Romanian Liga I, fluffed his lines with the last kick of the game on Saturday. Juventus were awarded a penalty for handball, beyond the four minutes of additional time in their game with Steaua …

Tennis is 'just a game', says Nick Kyrgios before Cincinnati final – video

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Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios has given his honest thoughts on tennis and where it fits in his life, saying that it is 'just a game'. Kyrgios said he would rather be remembered for being a person who was kind to others than for being 'an unbelievable t…

Deep-thinking Stuart Broad in no mood to ease up despite mismatch of a series | Ali Martin

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England's second-highest wicket-taker will politely suggest he needs no additional rest before the Ashes, despite the evisceration of West Indies suggesting his side could consider all optionsStuart Broad will be reminding the England management that there are…

The biggest injuries from NFL preseason Week 2

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The biggest injuries from NFL preseason Week 2

We used our chance and I'm delighted, says Huddersfield's David Wagner – video

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David Wagner, speaking after his Huddersfield side extended their 100% record in the Premier League with a 1-0 home win against Newcastle, said he was delighted that they had taken their chances and not had a 'lucky' win. His opposing manager, Rafael Benitez, …

Farah wins final track race in Britain - report & highlights

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Britain's Mo Farah wins his final track race on home soil in the 3,000m at the Diamond League in Birmingham.

Preseason College Football Rankings 2017: Release Time for Top 25 Standings

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The Clemson Tigers may have defeated Nick Saban and the Alabama Crimson Tide in the College Football Playoff National Championship earlier this year, but that doesn't necessarily mean they will be the AP's preseason No. 1 in its latest poll. Sure, the Crimson…

Tottenham 1-2 Chelsea: Mauricio Pochettino disappointed with 'unlucky' Spurs

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Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino says his side were "unlucky" during their 2-1 defeat against Chelsea in their first Premier League game at Wembley Stadium.

Vuelta stage three: An early test in the Pyrenees

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Analysis of the 21 stages that make up the mountainous Vuelta a Espana and the men who will provide the main opposition to Chris Froome.

What crisis? Chelsea bounces back against Spurs (Yahoo Sports)

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After an opening week loss, the sky was falling over Stamford Bridge. Sunday's performance erased some of those fears.

NFL Preseason 2017: Week 3 Schedule, Ticket Info and Predictions

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There's nothing quite like the third week of the NFL preseason. The third week isn't the return of football. That happened two weeks earlier. But fans know the drill and watched as guys like Kellen Moore and Matt McGloin dominated the box scores while getting…

Thompson: McGregor doesn't realize that his real opponent is not Floyd Mayweather

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Thompson: McGregor doesn't realize that his real opponent is not Floyd Mayweather

Qatar to build World Cup stadium shaped like Arabian cap

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DOHA (Reuters) - Qatar will build a stadium shaped like an Arabian skull cap for the 2022 World Cup, organizers said on Sunday, as the Gulf state moves ahead with preparations for the tournament despite a diplomatic rift with its neighbors.

Raiders' Marshawn Lynch sits once again during national anthem

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Raiders running back continues to stay on bench during "The Star-Spangled Banner" in first home game in Oakland.

Marcos Alonso double fires Chelsea to Wembley victory over Tottenham

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It has taken a little longer than Chelsea would have liked but, finally, they have reminded everybody of the qualities that elevated them to the Premier League title last season. They played on Sunday as though affronted by the criticism that has engulfed them…

Real Madrid Transfer News: Latest on Karim Benzema Contract, Exit Rumours

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Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema will end all transfer speculation by signing a new contract with the club before the summer transfer deadline. That's according to French newspaper Le Journal du Dimanche (via the Sunday Express' Joe Short), which also l…

England's Stuart Broad wants to play in 2019 Ashes after Test wicket milestone

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Stuart Broad says he hopes to play in the 2019 Ashes, after going past Sir Ian Botham on the list of England's all-time Test wicket-takers.

England women lose to Germany as men win - highlights & report

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England women lose 1-0 to Germany at the EuroHockey Championships in Amsterdam, while the men beat Poland 6-0.

Kevin Sumlin Proud of Texas A&M for Nixing White Nationalist Rally on 9/11

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This past week, Texas A&M canceled a white nationalist "White Lives Matter" rally that had been scheduled for Sept. 11 on the university's campus. On Saturday, the head coach of the football program, Kevin Sumlin, praised the school for coming to that determin…

David Wagner salutes 'brave' Huddersfield after second successive win

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• German manager delighted after promoted side edge out Newcastle• 'I did not expect to be here after two games but it's only two games'Huddersfield Town went second in the table with their second win in the Premier League, proving their German manager David W…

Kaepernick supporters call for NFL boycott

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Controversial quarterback Colin Kaepernick deserves a chance to continue his NFL career, his supporters said Saturday.

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Arsenal Transfer News: Latest Rumour on Manchester City Push for Alexis Sanchez

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Manchester City are once again being linked with a move for Arsenal's Alexis Sanchez, with the latest rumours saying the Citizens will offer £70 million to land the Chilean before the end of the transfer window. Per the Daily Mirror's Steve Bates, manage…

European Eventing Championships: Great Britain team win gold in Strzegom

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Great Britain's eventers win their first European Championships team gold since 2009 in Strzegom, Poland.

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Marshawn Lynch Sits, Derek Carr and Khalil Mack Unite During National Anthem

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NBA Denies Allegation of Plan to Rule out Giannis Antetokounmpo of EuroBasket

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Raiders' QB Derek Carr explains why he put his hand on Khalil Mack

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"The only reason we did that was to unify people and unify the people that look up to us."

Sit back and marvel at LeBron's greatness (Yahoo Sports)

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Here's the best play LeBron James made in each game he played last season. You're welcome.

China Championship: Ronnie O'Sullivan beaten by Luca Brecel in quarter-finals

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Luca Brecel comes back from 4-1 down to beat five-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan 5-4 and reach the China Championship semi-finals.

Huddersfield go second in Premier League with win

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Despite departures, Clemson still a title threat (Yahoo Sports)

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Replacing Deshaun Watson at QB is a big ask, but Dabo Swinney has three blue-chip signal-callers vying for the job. Oh, and the defense is terrifying.

EuroHockey 2017: England thrash Poland 6-0 in opener

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England opened their EuroHockey campaign with a comprehensive 6-0 victory over Poland in Amsterdam, and will face Germany next on Monday.

Saban has no time for this solar eclipse stuff (Yahoo Sports)

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The Weather Channel has already said what it's going to look like. So why does Nick Saban have to see it in person?

European Eventing Championships: Great Britain win team gold in Strzegom

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Great Britain's eventers win their first European Championships team gold since 2009.

Jockey Russell investigated after 'striking horse'

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Jockey Davy Russell is being investigated after footage appears to show him striking a horse on the head moments before a race.

Everton's Ronald Koeman: clean sheet at Manchester City may be tough ask

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Olympic champion Aly Raisman attacks USA Gymnastics over sexual abuse case

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After his Arsenal side's 1-0 defeat away at Stoke City, Arsène Wenger complained about the disallowed goal from Alexandre Lacazette, ruled out for offside after the Frenchman slotted it into the net. Wenger went on to hint at a perceived bias against Arsenal b…

Carr and Mack: We weren't protesting anthem (Yahoo Sports)

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As Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch sat again for the national anthem, quarterback Derek Carr stood with a hand on linebacker Khalil Mack.

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Could Leicester's Harry Maguire be the best signing of the summer transfer window? Former team-mate Alex Bruce believes Maguire has "everything you want" from a centre-half.

Halep Closes In on Top Ranking

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Barcelona close in on signing of Jean Seri and weigh up fourth Coutinho bid

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Crawford becomes first undisputed world champion in 12 years

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American light-welterweight Terence Crawford becomes the first undisputed four-belt world champion in 12 years by knocking out Julius Indongo.

Yankees Hold Off Red Sox, Without Chapman Shutting the Door

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Chris Sale, despite losing Saturday, remains the rock of the Red Sox rotation. But the struggling Chapman wasn't called on to protect the Yankees' precious lead.

Umpires Wear Wristbands to Protest 'Abusive Player Behavior'

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New York Police Officers Rally in Support of Colin Kaepernick

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About 80 people, including Frank Serpico, gathered in Brooklyn to show solidarity for the former San Francisco 49ers player who refused to stand during the national anthem.

Mack: Anthem stance with Carr a show of unity

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Mets Trade Curtis Granderson to the Dodgers

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Rams vs. Raiders: Score, Stats & Highlights From Preseason Game

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Crawford unifies titles with third-round KO

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Aly Raisman criticizes USA Gymnastics, USOC for response to sex abuse scandal

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Longtime USA Gymnastics team physician has been accused of sexual abuse by more than 100 women and girls

Brady ends night on a high note in return to Super Bowl site

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Kyle Busch makes sweep look easy as he makes history

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Cowboys LB Jaylon Smith makes tackle, plays 12 snaps in long-awaited NFL debut

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Linebacker, who suffered serious knee injury in final game at Notre Dame, finally saw NFL action more than a year after he was drafted.

Wrestling great Ric Flair 'awake, communicating and progressing' but complications remain

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Dak Prescott shines; Smith makes significant debut in Cowboys' win

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Cowboys QB Dak Prescott and WR Dez Bryant played for first time this month and hooked up for TD on opening drive.

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Buffon 'sorts out problems' for Juventus, says Allegri

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Andrew Luck Injury: Colts QB May Not Be Ready for Week 1

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Chelsea transfer news: The latest & LIVE player rumours from Stamford Bridge

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Kyrgios to meet Dimitrov in Cincinnati final

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(Reuters) - Australian Nick Kyrgios overcame Spanish veteran David Ferrer on Saturday to set up a clash against Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov in the final of the Cincinnati Open.

Wenger defends Ozil, hopes to have Sanchez back against Liverpool

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The Germany international put in a lacklustre display on Saturday, but his boss believes he was not to blame for the loss

Wenger: Arsenal squad not manageable

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The Gunners manager acknowledged he has too many players and isn't thinking about signing anyone before the summer transfer window closes

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'We never give up' - Simeone lauds Atletico's escape act at Girona

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Antoine Griezmann's red card had Atletico Madrid staring down the barrel of defeat at newcomers Girona but they still managed a draw

Terence Crawford blasts Indongo in three to unify junior welterweight titles

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Nadal returns to Brisbane to open 2018 season

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SYDNEY (Reuters) - Rafa Nadal, who will return to the top of the world rankings for the first time in three years on Monday, announced on Sunday that he would be opening his 18th season as a professional at the Brisbane International in January.

Christian Pulisic: I would give my goal a 'B' grade

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The U.S. star netted the first goal of Dortmund's Bundesliga season, while also becoming the youngest foreign player to score six in the top flight

Conte: Chelsea got Morata for cheap in current transfer market

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IndyCar driver Ryan Hunter-Reay released from hospital after crash

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Andretti Autosport driver had tests on left hip, knee and has not been cleared to drive.

Conte: I want to lead Chelsea out in the new Stamford Bridge

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The Blues boss is aiming to "break" the club's record of regularly sacking managers by leading them out in their home when it is built

Lynch a Jerk for Not Speaking After Sitting Down

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U.S. extend Solheim Cup lead over Europe

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(Reuters) - The United States extended their Solheim Cup advantage to a commanding five points after an impressive afternoon fourball session at Des Moines Golf and Country Club gave them a 10-1/2 to 5-1/2 lead heading into Sunday's singles matches.

Simone Biles is back in gym but don't call it a comeback yet

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After a year off, Simone Biles is testing the waters on a return to competitive gymnastics

Girona 2 Atletico Madrid 2: 10-man Atleti battle to draw after Griezmann sees red

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Cristhian Stuani's first-half brace put Girona in control against Atletico Madrid but Diego Simeone's 10-man visitors battled to a draw.

NYPD officers rally to support Kaepernick

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They gathered to support Colin Kaepernick, who is still unsigned.

Raisman: Changes needed at USA Gymnastics

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Golf: Stenson leads by one in Greensboro, Love three back

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GREENSBORO, North Carolina (Reuters) - Swede Henrik Stenson remained patient before reeling off three consecutive birdies to earn a one-shot lead after the third round at the Wyndham Championship on Saturday.

Hughes lauds 'elite' Jese after Stoke's gritty Arsenal upset

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The former Real Madrid and PSG forward was back to his best in a memorable victory, and earned the praise of his manager

Rockets' James Harden slimmed down, fired up for upcoming season

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Armed with a toned-up physique and a new running mate in Chris Paul, Harden has high expectations.

Where the Odds Say LeBron James Is Most Likely to Play in 2018

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LeBron James is rumored to be leaving town after the 2017-18 season, and the odds project him possibly going to one of a few intriguing teams.

'It is a very easy decision' – Wenger unhappy with Lacazette offside call in Arsenal's loss at Stoke

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The decision to disallow the French striker's second-half effort for offside frustrated the Gunners boss as they slipped to a 1-0 defeat

McCaffrey's explosiveness stands out in Panthers' loss

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NASCAR fans: Confederate flag still important symbol

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Rams vs. Raiders: Start Time & TV Channel for Today's Preseason Game

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Los Angeles Dodgers rookie Cody Bellinger is reportedly dating Melyssa Perez, a pre-law student.

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TMZ reported that Melyssa Perez is dating Los Angeles Dodgers rookie Cody Bellinger. Perez, a student at Texas.

Indiana mistake costs freshman eligibility in '17

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Greek federation alleges conspiracy on Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo

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The Greek federation isn't convinced that Milwaukee's star is actually hurt.

The best top-to-bottom NFL roster $165,281,503 can buy

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Umpires union: ‘Open season’ on umpires, protesting with white wristbands

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The World Umpires Association issued a statement condemning the lack of support from the commissioner's office.

U.S. Little League World Series team throws perfect game

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It was the first Little League World Series perfect game since 2008.

USA take firm grip in Solheim Cup but Georgia Hall shines for Europe

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Lethal Manchester United hit four again, Arsenal lose at Stoke

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LONDON (Reuters) - Manchester United netted four goals for the second consecutive week in the Premier League to rout Swansea City 4-0 on Saturday and ensure their highest-scoring start to a season for 110 years.

Pint-sized TMS: Landmark Stuart Broad wicket as England cruise to win over poor West Indies

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Stuart Broad passes Ian Botham's tally of 383 wickets as England thrash West Indies by an innings and 209 runs in the day-night Test at Edgbaston.

Froome off to positive start in Vuelta as BMC win team time trial

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Vincent Kompany: 'When I came to Manchester City it was bouncing'

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Tottenham's Mauricio Pochettino: The crazy Diego Maradona who inspires me

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George Osborne, John Cooper Clarke and others pose for artist Martin Rowson on Radio 4, while the new season sees the return of football punditryIn Life Drawing (21-25 August, 1.45pm, Radio 4), the Guardian's own Martin Rowson creates likenesses of newspa…

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In the latest update, Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott falls down the draft board after his six-game suspension was announced.

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Stoke City's Jese Rodriguez makes Arsenal pay for lack of cutting edge

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Boston Red Sox owner considering changing Yawkey Way to ease history of racial intolerance

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To Hit a Passer and 'To Kill a Mockingbird': A Linebacker's Two Sides

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Rays fall to Mariners in Kiermaier's return

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Girls basketball team forfeits state title over ineligible player

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Kluber leaves start early as Indians romp past Royals, 10-1

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Royals place Soria on DL, recall McCarthy from Storm Chasers

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Cardinals place Waino on DL, recall Mayers from Triple-A

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Adam Wainwright said he was in pain Thursday night against the Pirates. The St. Louis Cardinals placed him on the 10-day disabled list Friday.

Royals must try to burst Indians' light clubhouse atmosphere

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Mayweather: My legacy is on the line (Yahoo Sports)

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Michael Bennett continues anthem protest as white team-mate shows support

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New York City police take a knee at rally in support of Colin Kaepernick

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GORILLA wins England second FIWC gold

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India 2017 Trophy Experience launched in New Delhi

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In a first of a kind experience, thousands of children along with dignitaries from the Government of India came together to celebrate the launch of the FIFA U-17 World Cup India 2017 Trophy Experience in the capital city of New Delhi.

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We hear from Nuri Sahin on the unique support at Borussia Dortmund, Paulo Dybala reflects last year's UEFA Champions League final and Gerard Pique delivers an honest assessment of Barcelona heading into the new La Liga season.

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Arsenal travel to Stoke for their first away match of the season.

Pujols ties Sammy Sosa on all-time list with home run No. 609

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Man Utd boss Jose Mourinho is full of praise for his side for being "classy, calm and consistent" as beat Swansea 4-0 at the Liberty Stadium.

Jim Harbaugh, Michigan football's secrecy sparks media's FOIA request

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Brewers reinstate Vogt from disabled list

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Your complete guide to watching a live stream of every Vikings preseason game, whether or not they're in your market.

Granderson heads to Dodgers for post-season push

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(Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers bolstered their World Series aspirations by acquiring veteran outfielder Curtis Granderson in a trade with the New York Mets on Friday.

South Africa's phases of the Moon

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It was risky for the champions to help rivals solve a problem, something Manchester United try hard to avoid, as players such as Wayne Rooney and Gabriel Heinze can testifyIt was the cartoon, published on the Daily Telegraph website a few years ago, that proba…

Former New York Yankee Derek Jeter Becomes Minority Owner Of Miami Marlins

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GORILLA: It was emotional to win this title

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Finland FA President Pertti Alaja passes away

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Woj: Dwight Howard finds the best place for one more chance

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Melissa Reid and Charley Hull spearhead Europe's Solheim Cup bid

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Williams: Soca Warriors ready to bounce back

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Suzann Pettersen out of Solheim Cup firing line after suffering back injury

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Scots' free-kick hero eyes another miracle

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Prolific Kubo shapes as Japan's bright new star

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FIWC week kicks off with Player Council

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European quartet secure France 2018 berths

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London trio hoping for home comforts

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Baseball Hopes Players Weekend Will Bring New Spark To The Traditional Game

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Simpson's Lions set for next step

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Borrello 2.0: The Reconstruction

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Jung: Korea will reach Russia if we maintain our confidence

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Kunzer: Dzsenifer Marozsan has exceptional qualities

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Brazil back on top while Gold Cup performers climb

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Video Vault: Oliseh winner gives Nigeria perfect start

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Prolific Nguyen eyes global debut with Vietnam

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Grand Final line-up complete

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