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Ocon insists drivers are not the problem as Haas tests potential replacements
Esteban Ocon has pushed back against suggestions he is to blame for Haas's struggles, arguing the VF-26's inconsistent performance is the root cause — even as the team recently ran three potential replacements in a private test at Portimao.
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Martinez scores first Old Trafford goal then trolls Carragher on live TV after United's 4-0 rout
Lisandro Martinez marked his first goal at Old Trafford as Manchester United dismantled Sabah 4-0 in the Champions League, then cheekily told a CBS panel he only watches 'quality players' when asked about Jamie Carragher.
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Neville urges Carrick to stop playing Yoro at right-back after Everton equaliser
Gary Neville has called on Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick to abandon the experiment of using Leny Yoro at right-back, after the French defender struggled in the role during Sunday's 2-2 draw at Everton — a game United surrendered in stoppage time.
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Dion Dublin reveals he manages property portfolios for professional footballers using their own funds
Former Manchester United striker Dion Dublin has disclosed he is building and managing property portfolios on behalf of professional footballers, with players handing him hundreds of thousands of pounds to invest — including in the Wrexham area.
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All Blacks can reclaim top ranking with series-levelling win over Springboks in Baltimore
The fourth and final Test between New Zealand and South Africa in Baltimore will determine who sits atop the World Rugby Rankings. A 2-2 series draw would see the All Blacks leapfrog the Springboks, who currently lead by 2.43 points.
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Arteta close to signing new Arsenal deal despite long-term interest in Spain return
Mikel Arteta is nearing a new contract with Arsenal that will make him one of the best-paid managers in the world, with his current £10m-per-season deal set to expire at the end of June.
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Leclerc reveals brief vision loss after high-speed Monza crash cleared him for Madrid
Charles Leclerc has disclosed that he briefly lost proper vision in one eye immediately after his heavy Monza crash on lap two of the Italian Grand Prix, but confirmed all medical checks came back clear ahead of the Spanish GP in Madrid.
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Fletcher confronts abusive United fan after 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah FK
Darren Fletcher drew cheers from Manchester United supporters after calling out an abusive fan following Thursday's 4-0 Champions League victory over Sabah FK at Old Trafford, telling him: "You're the reason people don't sign."
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Maresca previews first Manchester derby as City boss with perfect start at stake
Enzo Maresca faces the media ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby at Old Trafford, with City top of the Premier League after winning all four games this season, including a 2-0 victory over Porto in midweek.
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Fenerbahce coach Kartal resigns minutes after Champions League return, leaving players stunned
Ismail Kartal announced his resignation at a post-match press conference just minutes after Fenerbahce's 1-1 draw with Roma — the club's first Champions League match in 18 years — with defender Archie Brown learning the news mid-interview.
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Hamilton admits Ferrari's Madring test gave them 'hardly any' advantage ahead of Spanish GP
Lewis Hamilton has played down the benefit of Ferrari's exclusive filming day at Madrid's Madring street circuit, saying the track was too dusty and grip-free to yield meaningful data ahead of Formula 1's inaugural race there.
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Silva predicts two-round finish as he headlines Noche UFC 4 against late-replacement Delgado
Jean Silva expects a short night when he faces Jose Delgado in the Noche UFC 4 main event on 12 September at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona. Delgado stepped in as a heavy underdog after Yair Rodriguez withdrew through injury.
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France's lead over Portugal in UEFA coefficient shrinks dangerously
PSG and Lens secured victories on the opening day of the Champions League, allowing France to slightly extend its gap over Portugal. But with only 3.774 points separating them, France's fifth place in the UEFA rankings remains under pressure.
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Lawrence eyes 2027 World Cup edge as USA face Japan in Pacific Nations Cup semi-final
USA head coach Scott Lawrence has named a 23-man squad for Saturday's Pacific Nations Cup semi-final against Japan in Osaka, a fixture that doubles as an early look at a guaranteed 2027 Rugby World Cup group-stage opponent less than 400 days away.
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Moreno admits he became his own worst enemy after two straight UFC defeats
Former UFC flyweight champion Brandon Moreno has opened up about a significant mindset overhaul ahead of his co-main event bout against Joseph Morales at Noche UFC 4 on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona, as he looks to end a two-fight losing streak.
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Donnarumma and pregnant girlfriend bound and knifed in £430,000 Paris robbery, court hears
Gianluigi Donnarumma and his then-pregnant girlfriend Alessia Elefante were punched, bound and threatened with a knife when armed intruders broke into their Paris flat in 2023, stealing £430,000 in luxury goods. The case has only now come to trial in France.
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Bruno Fernandes limps out of Old Trafford after United's Champions League rout, raising derby doubts
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was filmed leaving Old Trafford appearing to limp after United's 4-0 Champions League win over Sabah FK, casting doubt over his availability for the upcoming Manchester derby.
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Jake and Logan Paul to coach rival teams in new combat sports reality series for Hulu
The Paul brothers are producing an untitled combat sports reality series set to begin production in 2027. Fighters across MMA, boxing and martial arts will compete in two coached teams, with eliminations decided by fights rather than votes.
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Rahiki vows first-round knockout of unbeaten McMillen at Noche UFC 4
Unbeaten featherweight Marwan Rahiki (9-0) has predicted a first-round stoppage of fellow undefeated prospect Tommy McMillen (11-0) at Noche UFC 4 on September 12 in Glendale, Arizona, claiming his speed, power and size will be decisive.
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Fernandes limps out of Old Trafford after 4-0 win, raising doubts for Manchester derby
Bruno Fernandes was filmed appearing to limp as he left Old Trafford following Manchester United's 4-0 Champions League victory over Sabah FK, raising fitness concerns ahead of Sunday's derby against Manchester City.
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