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All eyes on world's top trio as PGA Championship set to begin

Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and defending champion Xander Schauffele -- the world's highest-ranked golfers -- tee off together Thursday morning in a showcase group certain to seize the spotlight at the PGA Championship.

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Timberwolves oust Warriors, Celtics down Knicks to stay alive

The Minnesota Timberwolves routed the Golden State Warriors to advance to the NBA Western Conference finals on Wednesday as the Boston Celtics kept their playoff campaign alive with a blowout victory over the New York Knicks.

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Sun Yang to swim at China championships after doping ban

Three-time Olympic champion swimmer Sun Yang will compete at China's national championships this weekend, organisers said, but anti-doping rules mean he cannot qualify for this year's World Championships.

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Ex-All Black Mehrtens backing sleeping giant Beziers

Andrew Mehrtens had plenty of tough encounters on the field during his storied career but the former All Black fly-half is facing one of his most formidable yet as he prepares to watch his team Beziers' final match this season in the French second tier.

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Piastri in control, Ferrari floundering as F1 arrives in Europe

Oscar Piastri heads into this weekend's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix with the momentum of three successive wins behind him as he seeks to consolidate his bid for the Formula One drivers’ world title.

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Premier League top-five hopefuls battle for Champions League riches

The Premier League race is over and relegation is decided -- but the battle for Champions League qualification remains wide open with just two rounds to go.

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Tatum-less Boston down Knicks to stay alive in playoffs

The Boston Celtics battled back from Jayson Tatum's shattering injury blow to defeat the New York Knicks 127-102 and keep their NBA playoff campaign alive on Wednesday.

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Global Sports Brand U.S. Polo Assn. Launches Menswear in Argentina

The global sports brand's presence in Argentina will focus on a territory steeped in history, where the sport of polo is not only widely celebrated but also deeply rooted in the local culture. U.S. Polo Assn. will commence with the launch of the men's collection in June 2025, featuring timeless styles such as polo shirts, woven shirts, t-shirts, trousers, jeans, knitwear, and jackets.

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Conceicao tight-lipped over Milan future after cup final defeat

Sergio Conceicao said Wednesday that he wasn't thinking about his future with AC Milan after a dismal season ended with defeat in the Italian Cup final.

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Real Madrid delay Barca celebrations with late Liga win over Mallorca

Real Madrid snatched a last-gasp 2-1 win over Real Mallorca on Wednesday in La Liga to delay Barcelona's title celebrations.

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Real Madrid delay Barca celebrations with late win over Mallorca

Real Madrid snatched a last-gasp 2-1 win over Real Mallorca on Wednesday to delay Barcelona's title celebrations.

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Alcaraz sets up Italian Open semi clash with Musetti, Sabalenka falls

Carlos Alcaraz set up a semi-final meeting with Lorenzo Musetti at the Italian Open on Wednesday with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Jack Draper in the last eight, while women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka was knocked out.

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Bologna end 51-year wait for glory with Italian Cup triumph

Bologna ended a 51-year wait for a major trophy on Wednesday after winning the Italian Cup with a 1-0 victory over AC Milan, who slumped to yet another painful defeat in a horror season.

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Bologna beat AC Milan to win the Italian Cup

Bologna won the Italian Cup on Wednesday after beating AC Milan 1-0 in Rome and ending a 51-year wait for a major trophy.

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Henry agrees record $30 million extension with Ravens

Veteran running back Derrick Henry has signed a two-year extension with the Baltimore Ravens, the club confirmed Wednesday.

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McIlroy not trying to be Bryson's best mate with Masters silence

Rory McIlroy said Wednesday that his silent treatment to playing partner Bryson DeChmabeau in the final round of the Masters was about his focus on winning not an insult to his rival.

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Straka, Hovland, Aberg seek first major win, Ryder Cup spot

Austria's Sepp Straka, Norway's Viktor Hovland and Sweden's Ludvig Aberg seek their first major titles at this week's PGA Championship while also trying to impress Europe Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald.

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Alcaraz sweeps past Draper and into Italian Open semis, Sabalenka falls

Carlos Alcaraz is feeling good about his tennis after striding into the semi-finals of the Italian Open on Wednesday with a 6-4, 6-4 win over Jack Draper as women's world number one Aryna Sabalenka was knocked out.

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FIA cuts controversial F1 driver swearing fines

Formula One's governing body on Wednesday reduced the controversial penalties dished out to drivers for swearing after a backlash from the grid.

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NHL's Canucks hire Foote as head coach

Adam Foote, a defenseman for 19 NHL seasons, was named coach of the Vancouver Canucks on Wednesday after serving as an assistant coach for the club the past three seasons.

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Champions League return more important than Europa League glory for Amorim

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim believes a return to the Champions League is even more important than winning his first trophy in charge of the Red Devils when they face Tottenham in the Europa League final.

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Pedersen takes third stage win of Giro d'Italia

Mads Pedersen won a tight sprint to the line on Wednesday to collect his third stage win of this year's Giro d'Italia and cement his overall lead.

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Tottenham's Kulusevski to miss Europa League final after surgery

Dejan Kulusevski will miss Tottenham's Europa League final against Manchester United after undergoing surgery on his knee, dealing a major blow to the club's hopes of ending their trophy drought.

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Pedersen takes third stage win in Giro d'Italia

Mads Pedersen won a tight sprint to the line on Wednesday to collect his third stage win of this year's Giro d'Italia and cement his overall lead.

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Alcaraz sweeps past Draper and into Italian Open semis

Carlos Alcaraz strode into the semi-finals of the Italian Open on Wednesday after putting in a powerful display to down Jack Draper in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4.

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Europe Ryder Cup captain Donald has given players no assurances

Europe Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald says no one has been assured a berth on his squad for September's showdown with the United States, but some can make a case at this week's PGA Championship.

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Paris to allow swimming in Seine from July in Olympic legacy

Remember the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics?

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No new burdens for McIlroy, living the dream after career Slam

Rory McIlroy is enjoying the achievement of completing a career Grand Slam and doesn't want more hurdles to overcome as he looks to future challenges such as this week's PGA Championship.

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Gauff sees off Andreeva to reach Italian Open semis

Coco Gauff marched into the semi-finals of the Italian Open on Wednesday by beating Mirra Andreeva in straight sets, 6-4, 7-6 (7/5).

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Tennis champ Sinner meets Pope Leo, offers quick rally

Men's world number one tennis player, Jannik Sinner, offered to rally with Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday, after being received by the head of the Catholic Church at the Vatican.

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FA appoint former Man Utd sporting director Dan Ashworth as chief football officer

Former Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth has returned to the Football Association (FA) after being appointed as chief football officer following his ill-fated stint at Old Trafford.

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Players stuck in middle with IPL, national teams on collision course

The IPL resumes Saturday after its suspension because of the India-Pakistan conflict, but there are doubts over foreign players and the extended schedule has sparked a showdown with international cricket.

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