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Hadjar relaxed about losing Monaco podium if Alpine's Gasly appeal succeeds
Isack Hadjar says he would accept losing his first Red Bull podium at Monaco if Alpine's Right of Review overturns Pierre Gasly's pitlane speeding penalties, though he admits the three championship points would sting.
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Pereira shows empathy for Adesanya's four-fight skid ahead of historic heavyweight bid
Alex Pereira has spoken candidly about Israel Adesanya's recent struggles, saying any fighter — including himself — can fall into a losing run. Pereira faces Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title at UFC White House on Sunday, chasing a record third divisional title.
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Gabriel trains alone this summer to force his way into Carrick's Man United plans
JJ Gabriel, who won't turn 16 until October, is putting in extra gym and pitch work this summer as he targets a senior Manchester United debut under new manager Michael Carrick during pre-season.
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Hamilton backs Brazil as much as England and urges fans to hold off on 'It's Coming Home'
Lewis Hamilton, who holds honorary Brazilian citizenship, says he is supporting Brazil and England equally at this summer's World Cup — and has asked Three Lions fans not to sing 'It's Coming Home' until the trophy is actually won.
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Shearer backs Morgan Rogers over Bellingham as England's World Cup No. 10
Alan Shearer has argued that Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers should be England's chief playmaker at the 2026 World Cup, putting him at odds with Micah Richards, who insists Jude Bellingham is the undisputed starter and 'shouldn't even be a debate'.
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Mexico host South Africa as World Cup 2026 kicks off at the Azteca
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa at the Estadio Azteca in Group A, reprising the 2010 tournament opener. South Korea and the Czech Republic then meet in Guadalajara in a second Group A fixture on the same night.
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Trabzonspor president insists Onana's salary demands met as £20m Man Utd exit looms
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan says the Turkish club have satisfied Andre Onana's financial requirements and expects the Manchester United goalkeeper to stay permanently. United need around £20m from the sale to comply with Premier League PSR rules.
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Mary Earps set to leave PSG and return to WSL with London City Lionesses
Mary Earps will depart Paris Saint-Germain when her contract expires on 30 June, the French club has confirmed. The 33-year-old England goalkeeper is understood to be closing in on a move to London City Lionesses.
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Sportsbooks favour a draw as USA face Paraguay in 2026 World Cup opener
Caesars Sports says a draw is its most profitable outcome for the USA vs. Paraguay World Cup opener on Friday, with heavy public money already backing the co-host nation at -110 on the three-way moneyline.
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Pirelli triggers one-year option to extend F1 tyre supply deal through 2028
Pirelli has activated a one-year extension clause in its Formula 1 tyre supply contract, keeping the Italian manufacturer as the sport's sole tyre supplier through 2028 — stretching its unbroken tenure to 18 years.
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Shakira and Burna Boy to headline World Cup 2026 opening ceremony at Estadio Azteca
The FIFA World Cup 2026 opening ceremony takes place at the historic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on Thursday, June 11, with Shakira and Burna Boy headlining alongside Tyla, J Balvin, Maná, and several other international acts before Mexico face South Africa.
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US Soccer Stars Celebrate as Knicks Complete Largest Comeback in NBA Finals History
Members of the United States World Cup squad, including midfielder Tyler Adams, erupted in celebration after watching the New York Knicks complete the largest comeback in NBA Finals history, with Adams' couch-destroying reaction caught on camera.
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World Cup 2026 Group Stage: Mexico and South Korea open Thursday night fixtures
Mexico face South Africa in the tournament curtain-raiser at 8pm UK time, while South Korea take on Czech Republic in Guadalajara in a late-night kick-off at 3am Friday morning.
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Steiner insists Wolff is too smart to replace Russell with Verstappen at Mercedes
Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has dismissed speculation linking Max Verstappen to Mercedes, arguing Toto Wolff would never risk pairing the four-time champion alongside rising star Kimi Antonelli.
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Former Fiji captain Nayacalevu among 10 players released as promoted Nissa rebuild for Pro D2
Nissa Rugby have confirmed 10 departures ahead of their return to the Pro D2, with ex-Fiji captain Waisea Nayacalevu headlining the exits after just 10 appearances during their Nationale title-winning campaign.
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McGregor allegedly used banned drugs to recover from 2021 leg fracture, NYT reports
A New York Times investigation alleges Conor McGregor used banned performance-enhancing drugs during his recovery from the leg fracture he suffered at UFC 264 in July 2021. McGregor's surgeon confirmed he wrote a letter supporting a therapeutic exemption application, which was ultimately denied by USADA.
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Saha urges Man United to sign Valverde as Elliot Anderson alternative this summer
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha has backed Real Madrid's Federico Valverde as the ideal midfield signing for the club this summer, as United explore alternatives to Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson following Casemiro's departure.
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Six nations, two continents: everything confirmed about the 2030 and 2034 World Cups
The 2030 World Cup will span Spain, Portugal, Morocco, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay across a 104-game, 48-team tournament, while Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 edition across five cities and 15 proposed stadiums.
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Shakira and Burna Boy unite on 'Dai Dai', the official World Cup 2026 anthem
Colombian pop star Shakira has teamed up with Nigerian singer Burna Boy to release 'Dai Dai', the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The track will receive its live debut at the opening ceremony before Mexico face South Africa.
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Argentina claim Kansas City's top training base ahead of England for World Cup 2026
Reigning world champions Argentina have secured the £56m Sporting KC performance centre in Kansas City, leaving England to settle for the quieter Swope Park complex on the city's outskirts. Both nations are based in Kansas City alongside the Netherlands and Algeria.
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