Saturday, June 30, 2018

How many multiple Wimbledon champions can you name?

How many multiple Wimbledon champions can you name?
Roger Federer is chasing a record-extending ninth Wimbledon title - but how many multiple singles champions can you name?
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Pick your England team to play Colombia

Pick your England team to play Colombia
If you were in Gareth Southgate's shoes, who would you pick to give England the best chance of beating Colombia on Tuesday and reaching the World Cup quarter-finals?
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Open era at 50: The changing face of Wimbledon

Open era at 50: The changing face of Wimbledon
To mark the 50th anniversary of the Open era, we take a visual and interactive look at how Wimbledon has evolved since 1968.
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Conlan triumphs on Belfast return

Conlan triumphs on Belfast return
Michael Conlan marks his professional debut in his native Belfast with a points defeat of Brazilian Adeilson Dos Santos.
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Ten goals, no GOATs - farewell Messi & Ronaldo

Ten goals, no GOATs - farewell Messi & Ronaldo
On the highest-scoring day of World Cup knockout football since 1970, two of the greatest players of all time failed to find the net - and both are going home.
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All you need to know about Austrian GP

All you need to know about Austrian GP
There's an impression in F1 that Red Bull prefer Max Verstappen over Daniel Ricciardo - events at their home race didn't disprove the theory.
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Ryu leads Women's PGA Championship

Ryu leads Women's PGA Championship
South Korean Ryu So-yeon hits a final-hole birdie to take a three-shot lead after the third round at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship on Saturday.
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Samba and Semenya clock fast times

Samba and Semenya clock fast times
Qatar's Abderrahman Samba and South Africa's Caster Semenya produce some of the fastest runs of all time at the Diamond League meeting in Paris.
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Mbappe emerges as Messi departs World Cup

Mbappe emerges as Messi departs World Cup
As Lionel Messi departs the World Cup - possibly for the last time - Kylian Mbappe announces himself on the world's biggest stage.
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Cavani's brilliant double sees Uruguay beat Portugal

Cavani's brilliant double sees Uruguay beat Portugal
Edinson Cavani scores two superb goals as Uruguay beat Portugal to set up a World Cup quarter-final meeting with France.
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Sweden's Kinhult leads at French Open

Sweden's Kinhult leads at French Open
Marcus Kinhult takes a two-shot lead into the final round of the French Open after a four-under 67 at Le Golf National on Saturday.
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'I'll try to create like Beckham'

'I'll try to create like Beckham'
Kieran Trippier wants to follow the example of his idol David Beckham by being England's key creator of chances against Colombia.
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Rate the players - Uruguay v Portugal

Rate the players - Uruguay v Portugal
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Uruguay v Portugal at the World Cup.
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Hampshire beat Kent to win One-Day Cup

Hampshire beat Kent to win One-Day Cup
Rilee Rossouw stars with a superb 125 as Hampshire beat Kent by 61 runs to win the One-Day Cup final at Lord's.
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World Cup: Uruguay v Portugal

World Cup: Uruguay v Portugal
Billed as the Battle of Sochi, Luis Suarez's Uruguay face Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal with a place in the World Cup quarter-finals at stake.
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Asher-Smith sets British Champs record

Asher-Smith sets British Champs record
Dina Asher-Smith sets a British Championship record as she takes the gold medal in the women's 100m in Birmingham.
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Mbappe stars as France beat Argentina

Mbappe stars as France beat Argentina
Kylian Mbappe scores twice in a remarkable performance as France beat Argentina to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
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World Cup Barbershop Ballers - Alternative World Cup analysis from the Barbershop Ballers

World Cup Barbershop Ballers - Alternative World Cup analysis from the Barbershop Ballers
BBC Radio 1Xtra's Nick Bright is joined by Sideman, DJ Target and Superbowl winner Jay Ajayi to bring you alternative analysis of the 2018 World Cup.
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The making of France star Mbappe

The making of France star Mbappe
Kylian Mbappe demonstrated during the World Cup last-16 tie against Argentina just why he is considered one of the game's great talents, but how did he get to this point?
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Rate the players - France v Argentina

Rate the players - France v Argentina
Give your player ratings out of 10 for France v Argentina at the World Cup.
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Bottas beats Hamilton to Austria pole

Bottas beats Hamilton to Austria pole
Valtteri Bottas pips team-mate Lewis Hamilton in a tight fight for pole position at the Austrian Grand Prix.
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Wozniacki claims second Eastbourne title

Wozniacki claims second Eastbourne title
World number two Caroline Wozniacki beats Aryna Sabalenka to win the Nature Valley International in Eastbourne.
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Watch and listen: British Athletics Championships

Watch and listen: British Athletics Championships
British Athletics Championships from Birmingham - watch live BBC Sport coverage.
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World Cup: France v Argentina - first knockout game in Russia

World Cup: France v Argentina - first knockout game in Russia
Watch BBC One coverage as France play Argentina at Kazan Arena, Kazan for a place in the quarter-finals of the World Cup.
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Malan joins England squad for India T20

Malan joins England squad for India T20
Batsman Dawid Malan is added to the England squad for the opening Twenty20 match against India, which Tom Curran will miss.
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Why Messi has no escape from Ronaldo

Why Messi has no escape from Ronaldo
There is no escape for Lionel Messi - this is the view from the back of Argentina's World Cup hotel.
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'We hope UK Sport see our potential'

'We hope UK Sport see our potential'
British bobsleigh pilot Brad Hall hopes UK Sport recognises GB's ability to "win many medals" when its funding plan is announced on Monday.
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'How can we be so arrogant?' - Shearer

'How can we be so arrogant?' - Shearer
An open tournament and nothing to fear, but the Three Lions cannot look past their next game, says ex-England captain Alan Shearer.
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Listen: Austrian Grand Prix - third practice & qualifying

Listen: Austrian Grand Prix - third practice & qualifying
The Austrian Grand Prix continues with its third practice & qualifying session - listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra commentary & follow live text updates.
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Former Olympic champion Ohuruogu retires

Former Olympic champion Ohuruogu retires
Great Britain's former Olympic and world 400m champion Christine Ohuruogu announces her retirement at the age of 34.
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What happens behind scenes at Wimbledon?

What happens behind scenes at Wimbledon?
Strange food requests, sweaty towels and hidden strawberries - BBC Sport finds out what happens behinds the scenes at Wimbledon.
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England's Law four off lead in Chicago

England's Law four off lead in Chicago
England's Bronte Law moves four shots off the lead at the Women's PGA Championship in Chicago as compatriot Charley Hull has a disappointing second day.
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World Cup - latest news & build-up to France v Argentina

World Cup - latest news & build-up to France v Argentina
Latest World Cup news, debate, analysis and the best video and social media as the last 16 gets under way with France v Argentina.
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Friday, June 29, 2018

GB keep World Cup hopes alive

GB keep World Cup hopes alive
Great Britain's men beat Estonia to maintain their hopes of reaching the second phase of World Cup qualifying.
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England have 'edge back' after 'love in'

England have 'edge back' after 'love in'
England have their "edge back" following the "love in" they received before the loss to Belgium at the World Cup, says manager Gareth Southgate.
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St Helens 34-30 Wakefield

St Helens 34-30 Wakefield
Super League leaders St Helens score three late tries as they came from behind to beat Wakefield Trinity.
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Footballer accused of battery in US

Footballer accused of battery in US
A Premier League player is facing a court appearance after allegedly hitting a woman in Las Vegas.
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Messi not dictating tactics - Sampaoli

Messi not dictating tactics - Sampaoli
Argentina's manager rejects claims his captain is making key decisions and says they will play with "knives between their teeth" against France.
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Thomas wants to challenge Froome

Thomas wants to challenge Froome
Team Sky's Geraint Thomas hopes to be able to challenge four-time winner Chris Froome for victory at this year's Tour de France.
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All you need to know about penalty shootouts

All you need to know about penalty shootouts
What makes the perfect World Cup penalty? Just how bad are England at them? Does luck come into it? Your guide to World Cup shootouts.
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The faces female football fans want you to see

The faces female football fans want you to see
Campaigners say sexualised images of women don't represent the diversity of female fandom.
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India crush Ireland in record victory

India crush Ireland in record victory
India record their biggest T20 win as they hammer Ireland by 143 runs to win the one-sided Dublin series 2-0.
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Record 40m watch World Cup online with BBC

Record 40m watch World Cup online with BBC
More people than ever have watched the World Cup online on the BBC, with more than 40m live and on-demand requests for action.
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All you need to know about the last 16

All you need to know about the last 16
After 48 group games and 122 goals, BBC Sport looks at what we can expect from the last 16 of the World Cup.
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Sauber's Leclerc poised to join Ferrari

Sauber's Leclerc poised to join Ferrari
Sauber's Charles Leclerc agrees two-year deal to drive alongside Sebastian Vettel at Ferrari next season, BBC Sport understands.
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Cyclists to donate prize money to Vogel

Cyclists to donate prize money to Vogel
Winners at this weekend's Sprint Grand Prix have been asked to donate their prize money to injured double Olympic champion Kristina Vogel.
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Colombia's Rodriguez to have MRI scan

Colombia's Rodriguez to have MRI scan
Colombia midfielder James Rodriguez is to have an MRI scan to find out whether he will be fit to face England on Tuesday.
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How closely have you followed the World Cup group stage?

How closely have you followed the World Cup group stage?
With the group stage of the World Cup over, take our quiz to check how closely you've been watching the tournament so far.
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Riley approved Argyle move on wedding day

Riley approved Argyle move on wedding day
Defender Joe Riley reveals that he approved his move to new club Plymouth Argyle on his wedding day.
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Hamilton heads Mercedes one-two

Hamilton heads Mercedes one-two
Lewis Hamilton leads a Mercedes one-two in both practice sessions on Friday at the Austrian Grand Prix.
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Stokes in squad for India ODI series

Stokes in squad for India ODI series
All-rounder Ben Stokes is named in England's squad for the one-day international series against India after recovering from a hamstring injury.
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Sabalenka into Eastbourne final

Sabalenka into Eastbourne final
Aryna Sabalenka beats former world number two Agnieszka Radwanska to reach the Nature Valley International final at Eastbourne.
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Cavendish looks to close on Tour record

Cavendish looks to close on Tour record
Mark Cavendish is keen to close on Eddy Merckx's all-time stage wins record at this year's Tour de France.
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Hamilton fastest in Austria practice

Hamilton fastest in Austria practice
Lewis Hamilton heads a Mercedes one-two in first practice at the Austrian Grand Prix.
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Adcocks into Malaysia Open semi-finals

Adcocks into Malaysia Open semi-finals
Britain's Chris and Gabby Adcock reach the semi-finals of the Malaysia Open with victory over the reigning Olympic champions.
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Hillsborough police chief to face trial

Hillsborough police chief to face trial
Former Chief Superintendent David Duckenfield will face 95 charges of manslaughter, a judge rules.
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Lawro's predictions - last-16 ties

Lawro's predictions - last-16 ties
BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the last-16 fixtures at the World Cup.
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Murray to play Paire at Wimbledon

Murray to play Paire at Wimbledon
Andy Murray will play France's Benoit Paire in the first round at Wimbledon if the Briton decides he is fit to compete.
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Listen: Austrian Grand Prix - first and second practice

Listen: Austrian Grand Prix - first and second practice
The Austrian Grand Prix gets underway with the first practice session - listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra commentary & follow live text updates.
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Smith hits 61 in first game since ban

Smith hits 61 in first game since ban
Former Australia captain Steve Smith hits 61 off 41 balls in his first competitive appearance since he was banned for ball-tampering in March.
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Thursday, June 28, 2018

Six events to watch at British Championships

Six events to watch at British Championships
Dina Asher-Smith, Zharnel Hughes, Laura Muir and Andrew Osagie are among those fighting for titles and qualification at this weekend's British Championships in Birmingham.
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World Cup latest - reaction to England's defeat

World Cup latest - reaction to England's defeat
Latest World Cup reaction and gossip, social media and more.
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Hull makes strong start at Women's PGA

Hull makes strong start at Women's PGA
Britain's Charley Hull is in a strong position after a four-under-par 68 in the opening round of the Women's PGA Championship in Chicago.
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Late goals, shocks & VAR - a group stage to remember

Late goals, shocks & VAR - a group stage to remember
The World Cup group stages had enough memorable storylines to last a lifetime - but how did it compare to previous tournaments?
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Why was 'the greatest match' so great?

Why was 'the greatest match' so great?
The 2008 Wimbledon final between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer is often described as the greatest match of all time - but what made it so special?
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Rutherford to miss British Championships

Rutherford to miss British Championships
London 2012 long jump champion Greg Rutherford will miss this weekend's British Athletics Championships with appendicitis.
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Don’t criticise Vettel, says Hamilton

Don’t criticise Vettel, says Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says rival Sebastian Vettel should not be condemned for causing a crash at the start of Sunday's French Grand Prix.
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Eastbourne champion Pliskova beaten

Eastbourne champion Pliskova beaten
Aryna Sabalenka stuns defending champion and former world number Karolina Pliskova to reach the semi-finals at Eastbourne.
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New Zealand bat first against England - in-play clips, TMS & text

New Zealand bat first against England - in-play clips, TMS & text
New Zealand win the toss and bat against England in the women's T20 tri-series at Bristol - follow TMS commentary, in-play clips and live text.
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World Cup - build-up to England v Belgium

World Cup - build-up to England v Belgium
England play Belgium at Kaliningrad Stadium in the third round of World Cup Group G matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
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Senegal 0-1 Colombia

Senegal 0-1 Colombia
Yerry Mina's second-half header sends Colombia into a potential last 16 tie with England at the World Cup at the expense of Senegal.
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Japan through despite defeat by Poland

Japan through despite defeat by Poland
Japan reach the last 16 of the World Cup by virtue of having fewer bookings than Senegal despite losing their final group game to Poland.
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Rooney signs for DC United

Rooney signs for DC United
Everton striker Wayne Rooney joins Major League Soccer outfit DC United on a three-and-a-half-year deal.
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'Iranian Messi' retires saying insults made his mum ill

'Iranian Messi' retires saying insults made his mum ill
Iran striker Sardar Azmoun retires from international football at 23, claiming his mother has become seriously ill because of insults he has received.
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GB's Ward misses out on Wimbledon place

GB's Ward misses out on Wimbledon place
Britain's James Ward misses out on a place in the Wimbledon main draw after losing in the final round of qualifying.
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Khan to face Vargas in September

Khan to face Vargas in September
British welterweight Amir Khan will continue his comeback against Samuel Vargas in Birmingham in September.
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Three changes from Panama: Your England team to face Belgium

Three changes from Panama: Your England team to face Belgium
England face Belgium on Thursday, but would you stick with the same XI or rest players? Well, you have spoken...
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World Cup - Senegal take on Colombia in crunch Group H clash

World Cup - Senegal take on Colombia in crunch Group H clash
Watch, listen and follow live text coverage as Senegal in the third round of World Cup Group H games.
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World Cup - Japan take on Poland, requiring a point to qualify

World Cup - Japan take on Poland, requiring a point to qualify
Watch and follow live text coverage as Japan play Poland in the third round of World Cup Group H games.
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Norrie out in Eastbourne quarter-finals

Norrie out in Eastbourne quarter-finals
British number two Cameron Norrie falls to a straight-set defeat by Lukas Lacko in the Eastbourne quarter-finals.
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Listen: South Africa v New Zealand - women's T20 tri-series

Listen: South Africa v New Zealand - women's T20 tri-series
Listen to Test Match Special commentary as South Africa face New Zealand in the latest game of the women's T20 tri-series in Bristol.
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Swedes reject racism after group stage win

Swedes reject racism after group stage win
As the national team qualifies for the World Cup knockout stages, Swedes rally for their abused winger.
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Watch: Wimbledon qualifying - day four

Watch: Wimbledon qualifying - day four
Day four of Wimbledon qualifying - Watch live BBC coverage & follow live text coverage, images and analysis.
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Vogel 'stable' after spinal surgery

Vogel 'stable' after spinal surgery
Double Olympic champion Kristina Vogel is in a stable condition after suffering a "serious spinal injury" in a crash.
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Readers Respond to the 6.17.18 Issue

Readers Respond to the 6.17.18 Issue
Here’s what they had to say about the trauma of drone warriors and white people taking notice of their own race.
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Poem: American Sonnet for My Past and Future Assassin

Poem: American Sonnet for My Past and Future Assassin
Selected by Rita Dove.
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Judge John Hodgman on Singing Along to ‘Hamilton’ — at ‘Hamilton’

Judge John Hodgman on Singing Along to ‘Hamilton’ — at ‘Hamilton’
Is a play like a concert?
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Wednesday, June 27, 2018

Belgium's Lukaku out of England game

Belgium's Lukaku out of England game
Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku is ruled out of Thursday's World Cup game against England, which will decide who wins Group G.
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Germany deserved to go out - Low

Germany deserved to go out - Low
Germany boss Joachim Low admits his side deserved to go out of the World Cup after they crashed out in the group stage in "historic" fashion.
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Australia bowl in T20 v England - in-play clips, radio & text

Australia bowl in T20 v England - in-play clips, radio & text
England host Australia in the one-off Twenty20 at Edgbaston - in-play clips., plus text and radio commentary.
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Sweden thump Mexico to reach last 16

Sweden thump Mexico to reach last 16
Sweden secure their place in the last 16 of the World Cup with a win over Mexico, who also progress as Germany lose.
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Listen: World Cup - Serbia v Brazil

Listen: World Cup - Serbia v Brazil
Serbia play Brazil at Otkrytie Arena, Moscow in the third round of World Cup Group E matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
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World Cup - Switzerland v Costa Rica

World Cup - Switzerland v Costa Rica
Switzerland play Costa Rica at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in the third round of World Cup Group E matches - follow live text commentary, images and analysis.
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Germany knocked out of 2018 World Cup

Germany knocked out of 2018 World Cup
World Cup holders Germany are eliminated from the 2018 tournament after losing to two stoppage-time goals against South Korea in Kazan.
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Rate the players: South Korea v Germany

Rate the players: South Korea v Germany
Give your player ratings out of 10 for South Korea and Germany in the World Cup group match.
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Sweden thump Mexico to reach last 16

Sweden thump Mexico to reach last 16
Sweden secure their place in the last 16 of the World Cup with a win over Mexico, who also progress as world champions Germany are knocked out.
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Konta loses to Wozniacki at Eastbourne

Konta loses to Wozniacki at Eastbourne
British number one Johanna Konta's final tournament before Wimbledon ends in defeat by top seed Caroline Wozniacki at Eastbourne.
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Behind the Cover: A Spymaster Steps Out of the Shadows

Behind the Cover: A Spymaster Steps Out of the Shadows
A video series goes inside the process for creating the covers of The New York Times Magazine. For this issue, a look at the former C.I.A. director John Brennan.
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Joshua and Hearn afraid of Wilder - Fury

Joshua and Hearn afraid of Wilder - Fury
Anthony Joshua is "afraid" to fight Deontay Wilder, says fellow heavyweight Tyson Fury, but he thinks the bout will happen at some stage.
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Watch: Gareth Southgate news conference

Watch: Gareth Southgate news conference
Gareth Southgate speaks to the media ahead of England's World Cup fixture against Belgium - watch BBC Sport coverage.
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Milan banned from Europe for one year

Milan banned from Europe for one year
AC Milan are banned from European football for one year for breaching Financial Fair Play regulations.
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Listen: Ireland v India T20I

Listen: Ireland v India T20I
Coverage of the first Twenty20 international between Ireland and India from Malahide, Dublin
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Southampton's Tadic agrees Ajax move

Southampton's Tadic agrees Ajax move
Southampton winger Dusan Tadic agrees to join Dutch club Ajax for an undisclosed fee.
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IAAF to respect Cas ruling on Semenya

IAAF to respect Cas ruling on Semenya
The IAAF says it will respect the Court of Arbitration for Sport's decision on rules over testosterone levels in female athletes.
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World Cup - South Korea v Germany

World Cup - South Korea v Germany
Watch, listen and follow live text coverage as South Korea play Germany in the third round of World Cup Group F games.
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World Cup - Mexico v Sweden

World Cup - Mexico v Sweden
Watch and follow live text commentary as Mexico play Sweden in the third round of World Cup Group F games.
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'A huge release' - relief for Argentina

'A huge release' - relief for Argentina
Lionel Messi, Jorge Sampaoli and the BBC's pundits react to Argentina's dramatic win over Nigeria which secured their place in the last 16.
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'I'm done with Mexican food if we lose'

'I'm done with Mexican food if we lose'
Former Sweden midfielder Anders Svensson will give up his favourite food if Mexico knock his country out of the World Cup.
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Racist tweets now 'normalised' - Clarke

Racist tweets now 'normalised' - Clarke
Britain's Jay Clarke, who will make his Grand Slam debut next week, says he is now surprised when he does not receive racial abuse on Twitter after a defeat.
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The Poet-Soldier Who Went to His Grave With a Romantic Vision of World War I

The Poet-Soldier Who Went to His Grave With a Romantic Vision of World War I
Alan Seeger’s poetry described a war in which fighting was ‘the supreme experience,’ a part of nature humans were destined to take part in.
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County Championship - leaders Surrey look for lower-order runs

County Championship - leaders Surrey look for lower-order runs
Coverage of the day's eight County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
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Williams 25th seed for Wimbledon

Williams 25th seed for Wimbledon
Seven-time Wimbledon champion Serena Williams is seeded 25th for this year's tournament, despite being outside the top 32 in the rankings.
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New Sentences: From Helen DeWitt’s ‘Some Trick’

New Sentences: From Helen DeWitt’s ‘Some Trick’
Strange as it may feel to say it, certain ages — certain crossroads in every life — are just plain terrible.
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A Spymaster Steps Out of the Shadows

A Spymaster Steps Out of the Shadows
John Brennan quietly ruled the national-security state under President Obama. Now he’s coming forward to rail against Trump — and to defend his own legacy.
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How to Unlock the Secret Flavor Hidden at the Apricot’s Core

How to Unlock the Secret Flavor Hidden at the Apricot’s Core
With seductive aromas of almonds, vanilla and lilies, the fruit’s kernel adds a delight that is simultaneously familiar and indescribable.

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Adrian Piper’s Self-Imposed Exile From America — and From Race Itself

Adrian Piper’s Self-Imposed Exile From America — and From Race Itself
The conceptual artist‘s singular work on identity is the subject of a sprawling retrospective at MoMA — one Piper, though alive and well, has never seen.
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The Patient Had Pain When He Walked, but There Was a More Telling Change

The Patient Had Pain When He Walked, but There Was a More Telling Change
The patient had conventional symptoms — diabetes, high blood pressure, being overweight — but the disease was anything but conventional.
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How to Shuck an Oyster

How to Shuck an Oyster
Acquaint yourself with bivalve anatomy. Protect your hand.
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Why Richard Painter Felt the Need to Switch Parties

Why Richard Painter Felt the Need to Switch Parties
The ethics lawyer on Watergate, whether Al Franken was treated fairly and the most unethical person in the Trump administration.
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Take a Photo Here

Take a Photo Here
The places we go aren’t passive; they invite us to photograph them in certain ways.
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Tuesday, June 26, 2018

Evans loses second Wimbledon qualifier

Evans loses second Wimbledon qualifier
Britain's Dan Evans fails to reach Wimbledon after losing 6-0 6-3 to Matthias Bachinger in qualifying at Roehampton.
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World Cup - Nigeria v Argentina

World Cup - Nigeria v Argentina
Nigeria play Argentina at Krestovsky Stadium in the third round of World Cup Group D matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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World Cup - Iceland v Croatia

World Cup - Iceland v Croatia
Iceland play Croatia at Rostov Arena in the third round of World Cup Group D matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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Susie Wolff made Venturi Formula E boss

Susie Wolff made Venturi Formula E boss
Former Formula 1 test driver Susie Wolff becomes team boss and part-owner of the Venturi Formula E team.
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Peru win first World Cup tie in 40 years

Peru win first World Cup tie in 40 years
Peru record their first win at a World Cup finals since 1978 as they beat Australia in the last match of the tournament for both sides.
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France top Group C as Denmark qualify

France top Group C as Denmark qualify
France qualify for the World Cup last-16 as group winners with a 0-0 draw against runners-up Denmark
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Konta beats Krunic in Eastbourne opener

Konta beats Krunic in Eastbourne opener
Britain's Johanna Konta cruises to a 6-1 6-3 win over Aleksandra Krunic at Eastbourne to set up a meeting with Caroline Wozniacki.
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Olympic star Victoria Pendleton reveals depression

Olympic star Victoria Pendleton reveals depression
The gold medallist cyclist says she feels "damaged" after having to pull out of a Mount Everest climb.
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Buttler to open in T20 against Australia

Buttler to open in T20 against Australia
Jos Buttler will open the batting for England in their sole Twenty20 against Australia at Edgbaston on Wednesday.
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Should England make changes for Belgium game?

Should England make changes for Belgium game?
Should Gareth Southgate make changes to the starting XI against Belgium? Or is momentum more important?
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'Incredible' collapse sees team beaten

'Incredible' collapse sees team beaten
High Wycombe lose by one run after collapsing from 186-3 to 187 all out against Peterborough Town in National Club Championship.
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Ireland scrum-half Stringer retires

Ireland scrum-half Stringer retires
Former Ireland and Munster player Peter Stringer announces the end of his 20-year playing career at the age of 40.
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Jonathan Franzen Is Fine With All of It

Jonathan Franzen Is Fine With All of It
The internet has turned on him, his book sales are down and the TV adaptation of his last novel has stalled. But he wants you to know one thing: He’s not even angry.
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You're always learning - Southgate

You're always learning - Southgate
Spending time in the NFL and studying Germany and Spain's World Cup wins has helped England improve their set-pieces, says Gareth Southgate.
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Germany celebrations anger Sweden coach

Germany celebrations anger Sweden coach
Sweden coach Janne Andersson says he would be "dead inside" if he did not react to Germany's celebrations after Saturday's dramatic World Cup game.
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World Cup - build-up to Denmark v France

World Cup - build-up to Denmark v France
Radio and live text coverage as Denmark play France in the third round of World Cup Group C games.
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World Cup - build-up to Australia v Peru

World Cup - build-up to Australia v Peru
Live text commentary as Australia play Peru in the third round of World Cup Group C games.
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Swiss fans start crowdfunding appeal

Swiss fans start crowdfunding appeal
Switzerland fans start a crowdfunding appeal to pay the fines imposed on three Swiss players at the World Cup in Russia.
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England coach Jones faces RFU questions

England coach Jones faces RFU questions
Eddie Jones is to meet with his bosses at Twickenham this week to prove he can arrest England's sharp decline in form before the 2019 World Cup.
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Neville junior signs for Man Utd

Neville junior signs for Man Utd
The Neville dynasty at Manchester United looks set to continue after Phil Neville's son Harvey signs a professional contract at the club.
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Mixed golf tournament to launch in 2019

Mixed golf tournament to launch in 2019
Male, female and senior players will go head-to-head in a new tournament to be held in Jordan in 2019.
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WBA tells Joshua to fight Povetkin

WBA tells Joshua to fight Povetkin
Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is told by the WBA to sign a deal to fight mandatory challenger Alexander Povetkin "with immediate effect".
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'I'm a little surprised at how well I've played'

'I'm a little surprised at how well I've played'
In his BBC Sport column, Andy Murray talks about his form in the early stages of his comeback, and Amelie Mauresmo's appointment as France's Davis Cup captain.
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County Championship live text & radio - Surrey aim to finish Yorkshire tail

County Championship live text & radio - Surrey aim to finish Yorkshire tail
Coverage of the day's eight County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
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Does American ‘Tribalism’ End in a Compromise, or a Fight?

Does American ‘Tribalism’ End in a Compromise, or a Fight?
Complaints about our deepening cultural and political divides tend to assume all disagreements can be bridged. History suggests otherwise.
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Letter of Recommendation: Timehop

Letter of Recommendation: Timehop
The app makes you feel like a real person with a real history — not overwhelmed by the present.
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Must I Honor My Dad’s Gifts to Political Groups?

Must I Honor My Dad’s Gifts to Political Groups?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on honoring a dying parent’s donations that go against your beliefs, voting in a country you don’t live in and more.
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Rockets' Harden named 2018 MVP

Rockets' Harden named 2018 MVP
Houston Rockets point guard James Harden is named Most Valuable Player at the 2018 NBA Awards.
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Monday, June 25, 2018

Murray wins first match since last July

Murray wins first match since last July
Andy Murray wins his first match in almost year with an impressive display against Stan Wawrinka in Eastbourne.
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How England rely on set-pieces and why I don’t care - Shearer

How England rely on set-pieces and why I don’t care - Shearer
Gareth Southgate's side are the kings of the set-piece so far at this World Cup - and it is something to be proud of, says former England captain Alan Shearer.
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Swiss trio avoid ban for celebrations

Swiss trio avoid ban for celebrations
Switzerland's Granit Xhaka, Xherdan Shaqiri and Stephan Lichtsteiner avoid being banned for their 'eagle gesture' goal celebrations in the World Cup win over Serbia.
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Iran v Portugal - can Iran cause major upset?

Iran v Portugal - can Iran cause major upset?
Iran play Portugal at Mordovia Arena, Saransk in the third round of World Cup Group B matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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World Cup - Spain v Morocco

World Cup - Spain v Morocco
Spain play Morocco at Kaliningrad Stadium in the third round of World Cup Group B matches - watch BBC coverage & follow live text commentary.
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Wozniacki wins Eastbourne opener

Wozniacki wins Eastbourne opener
Caroline Wozniacki eases to victory against Camila Giorgi in her first match at the Nature Valley International in Eastbourne.
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Salah scores but Egypt lose to Saudis

Salah scores but Egypt lose to Saudis
Mohamed Salah scores his second goal of the World Cup but Egypt end their campaign pointless with defeat by Saudi Arabia.
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Uruguay beat Russia to win Group A

Uruguay beat Russia to win Group A
Uruguay maintain their 100% record at the World Cup as they beat Russia to finish top of Group A and end the hosts' unbeaten start.
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Rooney on verge of DC United move

Rooney on verge of DC United move
Everton striker Wayne Rooney is on the verge of completing his move to Major League Soccer outfit DC United.
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Doyle pulls out of British Championships

Doyle pulls out of British Championships
Eilidh Doyle will not defend her 400m hurdles title at this weekend's British Championships as she continues to manage an injury.
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Evans wins first Wimbledon qualifier

Evans wins first Wimbledon qualifier
Britain's Dan Evans beats Ilya Ivashka 6-4 6-4 in his first-round match at the Wimbledon qualifying event in Roehampton.
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Saudi Arabia v Egypt - keeper becomes oldest player in World Cup history

Saudi Arabia v Egypt - keeper becomes oldest player in World Cup history
Saudi Arabia and Egypt look to sign off from the World Cup with a win at the Volgograd Arena - follow live text commentary.
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Wane to take up Scottish Rugby role

Wane to take up Scottish Rugby role
Departing Wigan Warriors head coach Shaun Wane will join Scottish Rugby as high performance coach later this year.
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World Cup: Uruguay v Russia - who will win Group A?

World Cup: Uruguay v Russia - who will win Group A?
Uruguay play Russia at Samara Arena battling to finish top of Group A - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
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World sport: 10 photos we liked this week

World sport: 10 photos we liked this week
A selection of the most striking sports photographs from around the world this week.
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England face champions WI in World T20

England face champions WI in World T20
England will play defending champions and hosts West Indies in Group A at the 10-team Women's World Twenty20 in November.
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Colombia win dedicated to Sanchez

Colombia win dedicated to Sanchez
Colombia coach Jose Pekerman dedicates his side's win over Poland to midfielder Carlos Sanchez, who received death threats after being sent off.
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England-Panama draws 82.9% TV share

England-Panama draws 82.9% TV share
England's record-breaking 6-1 victory over Panama at the World Cup on Sunday draws an 82.9 % peak share of the television audience to BBC One.
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County Championship - day one

County Championship - day one
Coverage of the day's eight County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
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Alfie's bid to outlaw homophobic chants

Alfie's bid to outlaw homophobic chants
Ex-Wales rugby star Gareth Thomas backs a bill to ban anti-gay verbal abuse at football matches.
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Hataoka claims maiden LPGA Tour title

Hataoka claims maiden LPGA Tour title
Japan teenager Nasa Hataoka wins her first LPGA title with victory at the NW Arkansas Championship after carding a final round of 63.
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'England's best chance of winning World Cup'

'England's best chance of winning World Cup'
Jos Buttler gives England the "best chance they have ever had" of winning the World Cup, says former captain Michael Vaughan.
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Sunday, June 24, 2018

Lawro's predictions for final group games

Lawro's predictions for final group games
BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the final round of group games at the World Cup.
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Colombia win to knock out Poland

Colombia win to knock out Poland
Radamel Falcao scores his first goal of the World Cup as Colombia claim a dominant win to end Poland's hopes of reaching the last 16.
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Which records did England break in 6-1 win?

Which records did England break in 6-1 win?
England's 6-1 victory over Panama made it two wins from two at the World Cup, with eight goals scored - and the records tumbled.
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Jones must change his ways - Guscott

Jones must change his ways - Guscott
Eddie Jones will have to change his ways if England are to have a chance of winning the World Cup next year, says Jeremy Guscott.
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Serbia chief investigated over BBC interview

Serbia chief investigated over BBC interview
The head of the Serbian Football Association is being investigated by Fifa over an interview he gave to the BBC in which he accused the governing body of bias.
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World Cup - Poland v Colombia - radio & text

World Cup - Poland v Colombia - radio & text
Poland play Colombia at Kazan Arena, Kazan in the second round of World Cup Group H matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
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Dongfeng Race Team win Volvo Ocean Race

Dongfeng Race Team win Volvo Ocean Race
Dongfeng Race Team win the Volvo Ocean Race 2017-18 after the tightest finish in the event's history.
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Wallace wins BMW International Open

Wallace wins BMW International Open
England's Matt Wallace wins his second European Tour title of the year with victory at the BMW International Open in Germany.
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Cilic beats Djokovic in Queen's final

Cilic beats Djokovic in Queen's final
Marin Cilic saves a match point before beating Novak Djokovic to win his second title at Queen's Club.
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Sub Honda earns Japan draw with Senegal

Sub Honda earns Japan draw with Senegal
Japan and Senegal remain well placed to reach the knockout stage of the World Cup after an entertaining draw in Ekaterinburg.
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Buttler ton leads England to whitewash

Buttler ton leads England to whitewash
Jos Buttler makes a brilliant hundred to give England a dramatic victory in the fifth one-day international and a first 5-0 whitewash over Australia.
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How England's record World Cup win unfolded

How England's record World Cup win unfolded
Gareth Southgate's young England squad booked their place in the knockout stage of the World Cup and social media was at its best.
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New England, new confidence - why there is joy & optimism

New England, new confidence - why there is joy & optimism
Optimism is soaring in the England camp and at home - with good reason, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
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Hamilton wins after Vettel penalty

Hamilton wins after Vettel penalty
Lewis Hamilton wins the French Grand Prix after Sebastian Vettel is penalised for a first-lap collision.
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Kvitova retains Birmingham title

Kvitova retains Birmingham title
Petra Kvitova fights back to beat Magdalena Rybarikova and retain her Nature Valley Classic title in Birmingham.
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'This team has excited the nation' - pundits react to record England win

'This team has excited the nation' - pundits react to record England win
'Sparkling' and 'sheer brilliance' - BBC Sport's World Cup pundits react to Sunday's 6-1 win over Panama.
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How England's players rated v Panama

How England's players rated v Panama
Who impressed the most as England thrashed Panama 6-1 to record their biggest ever World Cup win?
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Southgate 'didn't like' England performance

Southgate 'didn't like' England performance
England boss Gareth Southgate says he "didn't particularly like" England's performance as they beat Panama 6-1 to reach the World Cup last 16.
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Watch: World Cup - Japan v Senegal

Watch: World Cup - Japan v Senegal
watch, listen and follow live text coverage as Japan play Senegal in the second round of World Cup Group H games.
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What is going on at Chelsea?

What is going on at Chelsea?
No new players, Antonio Conte still in place, Maurizio Sarri still at Napoli and Roman Abramovich cutting funding - what is going on at Chelsea, asks Simon Stone?
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Lawro's predictions for second group games

Lawro's predictions for second group games
BBC Sport's football expert Mark Lawrenson gives his predictions for the second round of group games at the World Cup.
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Federer loses Halle final to Coric

Federer loses Halle final to Coric
Roger Federer suffers a surprise defeat by Borna Coric in the Halle Open final and will lose his world number one ranking.
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Rate the players: England v Panama

Rate the players: England v Panama
Give your player ratings out of 10 for England and Panama in the World Cup group match.
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French GP build-up: Hamilton watching England

French GP build-up: Hamilton watching England
Live text and audio commentary of the French GP, where Lewis Hamilton is on pole. Plus: your French GP memories.
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England's Kirk picked in NHL draft

England's Kirk picked in NHL draft
Liam Kirk becomes the first Englishman to be picked in the National Hockey League draft after being selected by Arizona Coyotes.
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Watch: Aerobic & Rhythmic British Gymnastics Championships

Watch: Aerobic & Rhythmic British Gymnastics Championships
Watch live coverage of the Aerobic & Rhythmic British Gymnastics Championships from the International Centre, Telford which includes Commonwealth silver medallist Laura Halford.
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Injured Berdych pulls out of Wimbledon

Injured Berdych pulls out of Wimbledon
Last year's Wimbledon semi-finalist Tomas Berdych pulls out of this year's tournament with a back injury.
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Scots claw back reputations against Pumas

Scots claw back reputations against Pumas
Scotland's young side end their tour of the Americas with reputations restored against the 'pathetic' Pumas, writes Tom English.
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England eye Australia whitewash - in-play clips, radio & text

England eye Australia whitewash - in-play clips, radio & text
England chase a series whitewash over Australia at Old Trafford - in-play clips plus radio & text commentary.
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World Cup - build-up to England v Panama

World Cup - build-up to England v Panama
Watch, listen and follow live text commentary as England play Panama in the second round of World Cup Group G games.
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Swiss duo face bans over celebrations

Swiss duo face bans over celebrations
Switzerland pair Granit Xhaka and Xherdan Shaqiri are facing two-match bans for their goal celebrations in the win over Serbia.
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Wimbledon to decide on Williams seeding

Wimbledon to decide on Williams seeding
Seven-time champion Serena Williams will learn if she will be seeded for Wimbledon after officials meet on Tuesday.
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Watch: World Rowing Cup II - Linz Ottensheim

Watch: World Rowing Cup II - Linz Ottensheim
The World Rowing Cup II takes place in Linz Ottensheim, Austria - Watch live BBC Sport coverage.
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World Cup - England build-up and reaction to dramatic Germany win

World Cup - England build-up and reaction to dramatic Germany win
Build-up to England's Group G game against Panama - live across the BBC from 12:10 BST - plus watch highlights from Saturday's three games.
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Saturday, June 23, 2018

England bounce back to beat New Zealand

England bounce back to beat New Zealand
England recover from defeat by South Africa by beating New Zealand in the women's Twenty20 series at Taunton.
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Argentina v Scotland - live text

Argentina v Scotland - live text
Latest updates as Scotland complete their summer tour with a Test against Argentina in Resistencia.
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'He can do everything' - Frank Lampard on Ruben Loftus-Cheek

'He can do everything' - Frank Lampard on Ruben Loftus-Cheek
BBC pundit Frank Lampard has known England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek since he was 15 - and is convinced he is the complete package.
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South Korea 1-2 Mexico

South Korea 1-2 Mexico
Mexico take a big step towards reaching the last 16 with a dominant victory over South Korea, who are now on the brink of elimination.
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World Cup: Germany v Sweden - radio & text

World Cup: Germany v Sweden - radio & text
Germany play Sweden at Fisht Olympic Stadium, Sochi in the second round of World Cup Group F matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
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Merchant Navy seals Moore double at Ascot

Merchant Navy seals Moore double at Ascot
Jockey Ryan Moore seals a big-race double at Royal Ascot with a thrilling win on Merchant Navy in the Diamond Jubilee Stakes.
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Djokovic to face Cilic in Queen's final

Djokovic to face Cilic in Queen's final
Novak Djokovic reaches his first final in a year and will face Marin Cilic for the title at the Fever-Tree Championships at Queen's.
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Rate the players: South Korea v Mexico

Rate the players: South Korea v Mexico
Give your player ratings out of 10 for South Korea and Mexico in the World Cup group match.
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Hamilton on pole in France

Hamilton on pole in France
Lewis Hamilton wins a battle with Mercedes team-mate Valtteri Bottas for pole position at the first French Grand Prix for 10 years.
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England's women lose to South Africa

England's women lose to South Africa
South Africa gain their first victory of the women's Twenty20 tri-series with a dramatic six-wicket win over England at Taunton.
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Kvitova reaches Birmingham final

Kvitova reaches Birmingham final
Defending champion Petra Kvitova reaches the final of the Nature Valley Classic in Birmingham, where she will face Magdalena Rybarikova.
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Lukaku scores twice as Belgium win

Lukaku scores twice as Belgium win
Premier League pair Romelu Lukaku and Eden Hazard both score twice as Belgium all but secure qualification with victory over Tunisia.
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Listen: World Cup - South Korea v Mexico

Listen: World Cup - South Korea v Mexico
South Korea play Mexico at Rostov Arena in the second round of World Cup Group F matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
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Murray to face Wawrinka in Eastbourne

Murray to face Wawrinka in Eastbourne
Britain's Andy Murray faces a tricky first-round match at Eastbourne after he is drawn against Stan Wawrinka.
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Federer through to Halle final

Federer through to Halle final
Roger Federer reaches the Halle Open final with a straight-set victory over American Denis Kudla.
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Rate the players: Belgium v Tunisia

Rate the players: Belgium v Tunisia
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Belgium and Tunisia in the World Cup group match.
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Australia 16-20 Ireland

Australia 16-20 Ireland
Ireland cap their Grand Slam-winning season by clinching a first series victory in Australia for 39 years with a 20-16 win in Sydney.
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'There is belief here that Panama could get a point'

'There is belief here that Panama could get a point'
British Ambassador to Panama Damion Potter explains the country's passion for their team at the World Cup ahead of Sunday's match against England
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England bat first against South Africa - in-play clips, TMS & text

England bat first against South Africa - in-play clips, TMS & text
England bat first against South Africa in the first of their T20 double-header at Taunton - follow TMS commentary, in-play clips and live text.
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All Blacks win to take France series 3-0

All Blacks win to take France series 3-0
New Zealand wrap up a 3-0 series win over France by beating them 49-14 in the third and final Test in Dunedin.
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Why England stand out & the key to African success

Why England stand out & the key to African success
Didier Drogba on his new look, what African teams must do to succeed in Russia, and which teams have impressed him so far.
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'Double eagle' celebration provokes Serbs

'Double eagle' celebration provokes Serbs
Both Switzerland's goals in the victory over Serbia were scored by ethnic Kosovan Albanians.
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County Championship day four - text & radio

County Championship day four - text & radio
Coverage of the day's six County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
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World Cup - Belgium v Tunisia

World Cup - Belgium v Tunisia
Belgium play Tunisia at Otkrytie Arena, Moscow in the second round of World Cup Group G matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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Enrique recovering from brain surgery

Enrique recovering from brain surgery
Former Liverpool and Newcastle defender Jose Enrique is recovering from surgery to remove a brain tumour.
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Lyles, 20, runs fastest 100m of year

Lyles, 20, runs fastest 100m of year
American Noah Lyles runs the fastest 100m of the year to win the US national title in Iowa.
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World Cup - reaction to Brazil win & Alli returns to training

World Cup - reaction to Brazil win & Alli returns to training
Latest World Cup news, reaction and gossip, plus watch highlights from Friday's three games before Saturday's action.
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Friday, June 22, 2018

Farbrace to coach England in T20 games

Farbrace to coach England in T20 games
Paul Farbrace will take over as England coach for the upcoming Twenty20 internationals against Australia and India.
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England ready to break new ground - O'Loughlin

England ready to break new ground - O'Loughlin
England's rugby league stars heading into the unknown when they walk out at Denver's Mile High Stadium on Saturday, says Dave Woods.
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Musa earns Nigeria win over Iceland

Musa earns Nigeria win over Iceland
Ahmed Musa scores both goals as Nigeria beat World Cup debutants Iceland to leave Group D intriguingly poised.
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Watch: World Cup - Serbia v Switzerland

Watch: World Cup - Serbia v Switzerland
Serbia play Switzerland at Kaliningrad Stadium in the second round of World Cup Group E matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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Evans into Wimbledon qualifiers

Evans into Wimbledon qualifiers
Britain's Dan Evans wins two matches in a day to claim a place in Wimbledon's qualifying competition.
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Djokovic through to Queen's semi-finals

Djokovic through to Queen's semi-finals
Novak Djokovic beats Adrian Mannarino to reach the semi-finals of the Fever-Tree Championship at Queen's Club.
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Alpha Centauri sets record in Ascot win

Alpha Centauri sets record in Ascot win
Alpha Centauri breaks the track record in the Coronation Stakes to give trainer Jessica Harrington a first Royal Ascot success.
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Hamilton top as Perez loses wheel

Hamilton top as Perez loses wheel
Lewis Hamilton fastest in second practice for the French Grand Prix, as Sergio Perez loses a wheel at high speed.
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Everyone knows we are struggling - Jones

Everyone knows we are struggling - Jones
Eddie Jones says he is determined to lead England out of a desperate run when they face South Africa in Saturday's third Test.
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Rate the players: Nigeria v Iceland

Rate the players: Nigeria v Iceland
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Nigeria and Iceland in the World Cup group match.
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Murray to continue comeback at Eastbourne

Murray to continue comeback at Eastbourne
Britain's Andy Murray takes a wildcard into Eastbourne as he continues his comeback after almost a year out with a hip injury.
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England embrace 'awesome' Denver Test

England embrace 'awesome' Denver Test
Promoting rugby league in the United States by facing New Zealand in Denver is an "awesome" experience, says England prop Tom Burgess.
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Media must choose whether to help England

Media must choose whether to help England
The media must decide if they want to "help the team or not", says England boss Gareth Southgate, after pictures of training notes are published online.
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Ansell scores twice in GB draw

Ansell scores twice in GB draw
Liam Ansell scores twice as Great Britain men finish off their European tour with a thrilling 5-5 draw against Germany.
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Coutinho & Neymar secure Brazil win

Coutinho & Neymar secure Brazil win
Philippe Coutinho and Neymar bail Brazil out with stoppage-time strikes against Costa Rica following another uninspiring display at the 2018 World Cup.
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Federer through to Halle semi-finals

Federer through to Halle semi-finals
Roger Federer beats Matthew Ebden to win his 19th successive match on grass and reach the last four of the Halle Open.
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World Cup: Nigeria v Iceland

World Cup: Nigeria v Iceland
Nigeria play Iceland at Volgograd Arena in the second round of World Cup Group D matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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England v Panama: Five things to look out for

England v Panama: Five things to look out for
Can England handle the heat? Will Marcus Rashford take his chance? Five things to look out for ahead of England v Panama
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Glasgow City learn Euro opponents

Glasgow City learn Euro opponents
Glasgow City meet Gornik Leczna, Anderlecht and FC Martve in the qualifying round for the Women's Champions League.
https://ift.tt/2lq4ktx

Alli likely to miss Panama match

Alli likely to miss Panama match
Dele Alli is still not training and is likely to miss England's second World Cup group game against Panama on Sunday.
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Rate the players: Brazil v Costa Rica

Rate the players: Brazil v Costa Rica
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Brazil v Costa Rica in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2MgI00Z

Hamilton fastest as Ericsson crashes heavily

Hamilton fastest as Ericsson crashes heavily
Lewis Hamilton is fastest in French GP practice as Marcus Ericsson suffers a big crash & engine fire.
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Watson among Eastbourne wildcards

Watson among Eastbourne wildcards
British trio Heather Watson, Harriet Dart and Katie Swan are awarded Eastbourne wildcards.
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Argentina team worst ever - Ardiles

Argentina team worst ever - Ardiles
Argentina's Word Cup squad is the "worst in their history" and not even "the best player in the world" can make them competitive, says Ossie Ardiles.
https://ift.tt/2yAsdbi

World Cup: Brazil v Costa Rica - Neymar expected to start

World Cup: Brazil v Costa Rica - Neymar expected to start
Brazil play Costa Rica at Krestovsky Stadium, Saint Petersburg in the second round of World Cup Group E matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2MPGQe3

From toilet cleaner to England winger - Sterling's story

From toilet cleaner to England winger - Sterling's story
Raheem Sterling tells the Players' Tribune why his childhood struggles make him unconcerned by the media 'picking on him'.
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Sri Lanka trio admit law breach

Sri Lanka trio admit law breach
Dinesh Chandimal, Chandika Hathurusinghe and Asanka Gurusinha admit breaking rules after Sri Lanka delayed play against West Indies.
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Federer saves two match points to advance

Federer saves two match points to advance
Roger Federer saves two match points against Benoit Paire to avoid an upset and reach the quarter-finals of the Halle Open.
https://ift.tt/2yHJsaT

County Championship - day three text & radio

County Championship - day three text & radio
Coverage of the day's nine County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
https://ift.tt/2tkw2wd

Thursday, June 21, 2018

Mbappe strike sends France through

Mbappe strike sends France through
France reach the World Cup knockout round - and eliminate resilient opponents Peru - with Kylian Mbappe's first-half strike.
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World Cup: Argentina v Croatia - Di Maria not starting

World Cup: Argentina v Croatia - Di Maria not starting
Argentina play Croatia at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium in the second round of World Cup Group D matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2tnlqwL

Pick your England team to face Panama

Pick your England team to face Panama
Who should start for England in Sunday's World Cup match against Panama? Pick your XI with the BBC squad selector.
https://ift.tt/2IaCHNS

Dettori wins Gold Cup on Stradivarius

Dettori wins Gold Cup on Stradivarius
Frankie Dettori claims his 60th Royal Ascot winner as Stradivarius takes the Gold Cup after a thrilling finish.
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Rate the players: France v Peru

Rate the players: France v Peru
Give your player ratings out of 10 for France v Peru in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2I9KuvG

Sweden fan house-sits striker's apartment

Sweden fan house-sits striker's apartment
Sweden striker Marcus Berg decided to open the doors of his 950-sq ft apartment to a competition winner while he was in Russia at the World Cup.
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Edmund loses to Kyrgios at Queen's

Edmund loses to Kyrgios at Queen's
British number one Kyle Edmund loses to Nick Kyrgios in the second round of the Fever-Tree Championships at Queen's Club.
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Top seed Muguruza beaten in Birmingham

Top seed Muguruza beaten in Birmingham
Wimbledon champion Garbine Muguruza is beaten in Birmingham but defending champion Petra Kvitova reaches the quarter-finals.
https://ift.tt/2ysvucs

McLaren in talks with Red Bull's Ricciardo

McLaren in talks with Red Bull's Ricciardo
McLaren are in talks with Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo about driving for them in Formula 1 next year.
https://ift.tt/2K9PCF2

World Cup - France v Peru

World Cup - France v Peru
France play Peru in Yekaterinburg in the second round of World Cup Group C matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live and follow text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2MLuQKd

Jedinak's penalty earns Australia point

Jedinak's penalty earns Australia point
Australia captain Mile Jedinak's penalty earns the Socceroos a crucial Group C point against Denmark to keep their hopes alive.
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Holland 'reveals' England starting XI

Holland 'reveals' England starting XI
England assistant manager Steve Holland may have dropped a hint as to England's starting line-up for Sunday's game against Panama.
https://ift.tt/2lnlSqc

Women finally allowed in Iran football stadium

Women finally allowed in Iran football stadium
Women in Tehran celebrated watching their first game after restrictions on entering stadiums were lifted.
https://ift.tt/2IecSN0

Man Utd sign Brazilian Fred for £47m

Man Utd sign Brazilian Fred for £47m
Manchester United confirm the signing of Brazil midfielder Fred from Shakhtar Donetsk for £47m.
https://ift.tt/2JZVAcw

Blatter backs England-led 2030 bid

Blatter backs England-led 2030 bid
Former Fifa president Sepp Blatter says England should bid for the 2030 World Cup.
https://ift.tt/2JWAVWI

McInally returns to face Argentina

McInally returns to face Argentina
Scotland tour captain Stuart McInally has recovered from injury to start in their final tour game against Argentina.
https://ift.tt/2K618hp

Hinault 'ill-informed' about Froome

Hinault 'ill-informed' about Froome
Team Sky say comments by Bernard Hinault calling on Tour de France riders to strike in protest against Chris Froome, are "irresponsible and ill-informed".
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Reporter sexually harassed at World Cup

Reporter sexually harassed at World Cup
After being groped on air by a football fan, a Colombian reporter speaks out about being harassed.
https://ift.tt/2tdpHCQ

World Cup - Denmark v Australia

World Cup - Denmark v Australia
Denmark play Australia at Samara Arena in the second round of World Cup Group C matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live and follow text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2I8Kr3e

Cipriani returns at fly-half for England

Cipriani returns at fly-half for England
Danny Cipriani will make his first start for England since 2008 in the third Test against South Africa, replacing George Ford at fly-half.
https://ift.tt/2tev3xl

Yates to lead Mitchelton-Scott's Tour bid

Yates to lead Mitchelton-Scott's Tour bid
Britain's Adam Yates is to lead Australian team Mitchelton-Scott's challenge at this year's Tour de France.
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Can set to finalise Juventus move

Can set to finalise Juventus move
Emre Can arrives in Turin and is set to finalise his move to Juventus from Liverpool.
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Injured Alli misses England training

Injured Alli misses England training
Midfielder Dele Alli misses England training on Thursday as his thigh injury continues to be monitored before Sunday's match against Panama.
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Military Veterans Respond to Our Cover Story About Moral Injury

Military Veterans Respond to Our Cover Story About Moral Injury
Readers share their stories of struggling with moral injury and how they came to understand their symptoms.
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Readers Respond to the 6.10.18 Issue

Readers Respond to the 6.10.18 Issue
Here’s what they had to say about love in New York City.
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Poem: Self-Portrait With Emily Dickinson (Rebirth of Mourning)

Poem: Self-Portrait With Emily Dickinson (Rebirth of Mourning)
Selected by Terrance Hayes.
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Seven things we've loved from the first week of the World Cup

Seven things we've loved from the first week of the World Cup
Spaghetti hair, fans tidying stadiums and female commentators making history - seven things we've loved from the first week of the World Cup.
https://ift.tt/2I9ZRnC

County Championship - day two

County Championship - day two
Coverage of the day's nine County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
https://ift.tt/2ML4GaE

Wimbledon to be shown in Ultra HD

Wimbledon to be shown in Ultra HD
Tennis fans will be able to watch Wimbledon coverage in ultra high definition for the first time when the tournament starts on 2 July.
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Lampard's Derby start season at Reading

Lampard's Derby start season at Reading
Derby will travel to Reading in Frank Lampard's first game in charge when the Championship season starts on 3 August.
https://ift.tt/2JWg7OX

Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Uruguay scrape past Saudi Arabia to qualify

Uruguay scrape past Saudi Arabia to qualify
Uruguay's slender victory over Saudi Arabia ensured that they and host nation Russia reached the last 16 of the World Cup from Group A.
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World Cup - Iran v Spain

World Cup - Iran v Spain
Iran play Spain at Kazan Arena in the second round of World Cup Group B matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live commentary and follow live text updates.
https://ift.tt/2JWLWaB

NBA confirm teams for London 2019 game

NBA confirm teams for London 2019 game
The New York Knicks will play the Washington Wizards at London's O2 Arena as part of next season's NBA Global Games series.
https://ift.tt/2MadQMJ

Players pay for private jet after birth

Players pay for private jet after birth
Denmark's players paid for a private jet so defender Jonas Knudsen could fly home and see his new-born daughter after the World Cup win over Peru.
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How Senegal's coach became a meme

How Senegal's coach became a meme
Aliou Cisse's touchline fist pump is receiving a lot of love.
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Mickelson sorry for putting moving ball

Mickelson sorry for putting moving ball
Phil Mickelson says he is "embarrassed and disappointed" by his decision to putt a moving ball during last week's US Open.
https://ift.tt/2MG8tG8

England v South Africa - in-play clips, TMS and text

England v South Africa - in-play clips, TMS and text
England host South Africa in the T20 tri-series at Taunton - follow TMS commentary, in-play clips and live text.
https://ift.tt/2tflEFZ

Behind the Cover: All the Right People

Behind the Cover: All the Right People
A new video series goes inside the process for creating the covers of The New York Times Magazine. For this issue, a look at how one conservative think tank stocked the federal government.
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Rate the players: Uruguay v Saudi Arabia

Rate the players: Uruguay v Saudi Arabia
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Uruguay v Saudi Arabia in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2K2UeJL

Stoute sets Ascot record with Poet's Word

Stoute sets Ascot record with Poet's Word
Sir Michael Stoute becomes the all-time leading Royal Ascot trainer as Poet's Word shocks odds-on favourite to win the Prince of Wales's Stakes.
https://ift.tt/2K3rkfZ

Wawrinka out in Queen's second round

Wawrinka out in Queen's second round
Stan Wawrinka fails to convert 12 break points as he is beaten by Sam Querrey in the second round at Queen's.
https://ift.tt/2K1K8c4

Doctors Don’t Know Why This Teenager Can’t Keep Down Food and Drink. Can You Help?

Doctors Don’t Know Why This Teenager Can’t Keep Down Food and Drink. Can You Help?
No matter what the girl eats or drinks, it always comes back, sometimes minutes or hours after consumption. Can you discover her diagnosis?
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NZ break women's T20 record score

NZ break women's T20 record score
New Zealand break the world record for the highest score in a women's T20 international after making 216-1 against South Africa.
https://ift.tt/2tpm5wy

Leinster in strong Champions Cup pool

Leinster in strong Champions Cup pool
Defending champions Leinster will face three other former winners Wasps, Toulouse and Bath in Pool One of next year's Heineken Champions Cup.
https://ift.tt/2K25UfI

Ronaldo header knocks out Morocco

Ronaldo header knocks out Morocco
Cristiano Ronaldo heads Portugal's winner as Morocco become the first team to be knocked out of the World Cup.
https://ift.tt/2K5mVcm

World Cup - Uruguay v Saudi Arabia

World Cup - Uruguay v Saudi Arabia
Uruguay play Saudi Arabia at Rostov Arena in the second round of World Cup Group A matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2JV3vYk

Rate the players: Portugal v Morocco

Rate the players: Portugal v Morocco
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Portugal v Morocco in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2K6tziA

Burnley face Aberdeen in Europa League

Burnley face Aberdeen in Europa League
Burnley will play Aberdeen in the second qualifying round of the Europa League.
https://ift.tt/2JTILQP

Halep withdraws from Eastbourne

Halep withdraws from Eastbourne
World number one Simona Halep withdraws from Eastbourne - the final grass-court event before Wimbledon - because of injury.
https://ift.tt/2yrHATi

F1 extends Belgian Grand Prix contract

F1 extends Belgian Grand Prix contract
Formula 1 has extended its contract with the Belgian Grand Prix until 2021 as the future of several races remains up in the air.
https://ift.tt/2JRXxre

New Zealand bat first against SA - TMS commentary & text

New Zealand bat first against SA - TMS commentary & text
New Zealand bat first against South Africa in the opening game of the women's T20 tri-series at Taunton - follow TMS commentary and live text.
https://ift.tt/2yr7OoT

Sugar criticised for Senegal tweet

Sugar criticised for Senegal tweet
Lord Sugar is criticised for an "unhelpful and ignorant" tweet comparing Senegal's World Cup team to "beach sellers in Marbella".
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Watch: Queen's 2018 - Tiafoe v Mayer

Watch: Queen's 2018 - Tiafoe v Mayer
Day three of the ATP Fever-Tree Championships at Queen's Club - Watch live BBC TV, Red Button and online coverage.
https://ift.tt/2I4KZqL

'Messi doesn't need World Cup to be great'

'Messi doesn't need World Cup to be great'
Argentina forward Lionel Messi does not need to win the World Cup to be considered an all-time great, says former striker Hernan Crespo.
https://ift.tt/2yoNO6z

World Cup - build-up to Portugal v Morocco

World Cup - build-up to Portugal v Morocco
Portugal play Morocco at Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow in the second round of World Cup Group B matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2MJkN8K

Rangers face FK Shkupi in Europa League

Rangers face FK Shkupi in Europa League
Steven Gerrard's reign as Rangers manager will start with a Europa League qualifying tie against FK Shkupi of Macedonia.
https://ift.tt/2JZGzTD

Is VAR working at the World Cup?

Is VAR working at the World Cup?
England have been involved in controversy while penalties come thick and fast, so is VAR having an impact at the World Cup?
https://ift.tt/2tcIWw2

County Championship - leaders Somerset bowling at Surrey

County Championship - leaders Somerset bowling at Surrey
Coverage of the day's nine County Championship games - follow live text and listen to BBC Radio 5 live sports extra and local BBC radio commentary.
https://ift.tt/2I6owtc

Why Kane is right to target Golden Boot

Why Kane is right to target Golden Boot
Harry Kane has put his Euro 2016 nightmare behind him and will be aiming to be the World Cup's top scorer, says BBC pundit Alan Shearer.
https://ift.tt/2KbmygB

No Wimbledon wildcard for Evans

No Wimbledon wildcard for Evans
Britain's Dan Evans, who is making a comeback after a one-year ban for taking cocaine, is not awarded a Wimbledon wildcard.
https://ift.tt/2K3vcKK

England add Curran & Overton to ODI squad

England add Curran & Overton to ODI squad
All-rounder Sam Curran and bowler Craig Overton are added to the England squad for the final two one-day internationals against Australia.
https://ift.tt/2JUWWFr

Two debutants for England against Kiwis

Two debutants for England against Kiwis
England head coach Wayne Bennett names debutants Jake Connor and Tommy Makinson in his team to face New Zealand on Saturday.
https://ift.tt/2K2Cr5B

West Ham sign Fabianski from Swansea

West Ham sign Fabianski from Swansea
West Ham confirm the signing of Swansea goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski, their second new recruit in as many days.
https://ift.tt/2M7zJMG

Veterans Owe the D.O.D. Thousands for Survivor Benefits. Why Can’t They Opt Out?

Veterans Owe the D.O.D. Thousands for Survivor Benefits. Why Can’t They Opt Out?
The Defense Department has started deducting premiums from the monthly income of more than 19,000 disabled veterans for a benefit similar to life insurance. Some veterans say it’s almost impossible to opt out, and now they’re in debt.
https://ift.tt/2tbW70p

Want to Understand What Ails the Modern Internet? Look at eBay

Want to Understand What Ails the Modern Internet? Look at eBay
The internet’s first megaplatform was more than just an auction site — it was the blueprint for everything that followed.
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How One Conservative Think Tank Is Stocking Trump’s Government

How One Conservative Think Tank Is Stocking Trump’s Government
By placing its people throughout the administration, the Heritage Foundation has succeeded in furthering its right-wing agenda.
https://ift.tt/2MGUHDo

A Delicately Sweet and Floral Coconut Pudding for the Summer

A Delicately Sweet and Floral Coconut Pudding for the Summer
Crack a coconut open for the Puerto Rican dessert tembleque.
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New Sentences: From Jesse Ball’s ‘Census’

New Sentences: From Jesse Ball’s ‘Census’
The novelist offers a strong argument in favor of a strange proposition.
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How to Barricade a Door

How to Barricade a Door
For one that opens out, prop up a table to block the view in. For one that opens in, push heavy furniture against it.
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Letter of Recommendation: Asteroid Day

Letter of Recommendation: Asteroid Day
It is the one holiday that grants permission to indulge in a spectacle of imagined global catastrophe.
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Trent Reznor Thinks Artists Should Speak Out

Trent Reznor Thinks Artists Should Speak Out
The Nine Inch Nails frontman on Facebook, Vietnam and Midwest ‘weirdo culture.’
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'Tuesday was an emotional day for me'

'Tuesday was an emotional day for me'
In his regular BBC Sport column, Andy Murray talks about his emotional comeback against Nick Kyrgios at Queen's Club on Tuesday.
https://ift.tt/2thJGAn

Tuesday, June 19, 2018

Murray loses to Kyrgios on return

Murray loses to Kyrgios on return
Andy Murray's comeback after almost a year out with a hip injury ends in a narrow defeat by Nick Kyrgios at Queen's.
https://ift.tt/2M43SML

West Ham sign Diop for club record £22m

West Ham sign Diop for club record £22m
West Ham sign France Under-21 defender Issa Diop for a club record fee of £22m from Toulouse.
https://ift.tt/2lianAf

England break ODI record with 481-6

England break ODI record with 481-6
England make the highest one-day international total in history, posting 481-6 against Australia in the third ODI against Australia at Trent Bridge.
https://ift.tt/2K465KJ

Senegal gifted goal in win over Poland

Senegal gifted goal in win over Poland
Poland midfielder Grzegorz Krychowiak scores a goal but makes a costly error as Senegal begin their World Cup campaign with victory.
https://ift.tt/2I23Pil

Kicker banned for six years for fixing

Kicker banned for six years for fixing
World number 100 Nicolas Kicker is banned for six years and fined $25,000 (£19,000) for match-fixing.
https://ift.tt/2I1dDJm

Kvitova beats Konta in Birmingham

Kvitova beats Konta in Birmingham
British number one Johanna Konta is knocked out in the first round of the Nature Valley Classic in Birmingham.
https://ift.tt/2K4dsC0

World Cup: Russia v Egypt - Salah starts

World Cup: Russia v Egypt - Salah starts
Russia play Egypt at Krestovsky Stadium, St Petersburg in the second round of World Cup Group A matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2K3HEtC

Without Parole seals Dettori double

Without Parole seals Dettori double
Frankie Dettori seals a Royal Ascot double with victory in the St James's Palace Stakes on Without Parole.
https://ift.tt/2JRduhp

Rate the players: Poland v Senegal

Rate the players: Poland v Senegal
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Poland v Senegal in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2I2ezgz

Djokovic wins Queen's opener in style

Djokovic wins Queen's opener in style
Novak Djokovic marks his first appearance at Queen's since 2010 with a comfortable win over qualifier John Millman.
https://ift.tt/2ylEErn

Rate the players: Colombia v Japan

Rate the players: Colombia v Japan
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Colombia v Japan in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2MAMNLv

Japan beat 10-man Colombia

Japan beat 10-man Colombia
Yuya Osako's header gives Japan victory over 10-man Colombia in the World Cup Group H opener.
https://ift.tt/2lieJra

World Cup - build-up to Poland v Senegal

World Cup - build-up to Poland v Senegal
Poland play Senegal at Otkrytie Arena, Moscow in the first round of World Cup Group H matches - listen to BBC Radio 5 live updates and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2JTBnVK

I'm not a robot - Brown on fan row

I'm not a robot - Brown on fan row
England full-back Mike Brown says he is "not a robot" after a verbal altercation with a fan following Saturday's defeat in South Africa.
https://ift.tt/2yuqwfg

England v Australia - in-play clips, TMS & text

England v Australia - in-play clips, TMS & text
England look to wrap up a series win with victory over Australia in the third one-day international at Trent Bridge.
https://ift.tt/2MFklYT

'Standing could come in by 2020-21'

'Standing could come in by 2020-21'
Standing could be reintroduced in the top two leagues of English football by the 2020-21 season, says EFL chief executive Shaun Harvey.
https://ift.tt/2K0KHTD

Arsenal agree fee for Leverkusen's Leno

Arsenal agree fee for Leverkusen's Leno
Arsenal agree a fee - reported to be 22m euros (£19.3) - for Bayer Leverkusen and Germany goalkeeper Bernd Leno.
https://ift.tt/2JYA8QR

Watch: Queen's 2018 - day two

Watch: Queen's 2018 - day two
Day two of the ATP Fever-Tree Championships at Queen's Club - Watch live BBC TV, Red Button and online coverage, follow live text coverage, images and analysis.
https://ift.tt/2M2Yp8Y

World Cup - build-up to Colombia v Japan

World Cup - build-up to Colombia v Japan
Colombia play Japan at Mordovia Arena, Saransk, in the first round of World Cup Group H matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
https://ift.tt/2LZTnKv

Stokes out of T20s as Currans included

Stokes out of T20s as Currans included
All-rounder Ben Stokes is left out of England's squad for their T20 internationals against Australia and India as brothers Tom and Sam Curran are included.
https://ift.tt/2lkOlwU

Farrant added to England squad for T20s

Farrant added to England squad for T20s
England add left-arm seamer Tash Farrant to their squad to play a Twenty20 tri-series against South Africa and New Zealand.
https://ift.tt/2tl9TNx

18.3m watch England win & 3m stream match

18.3m watch England win & 3m stream match
England's win over Tunisia attracts a peak television audience of 18.3 million on BBC One, while a record three million streamed the game on the BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website.
https://ift.tt/2ytYHnk

'Harry the hero' - pundits react to England win

'Harry the hero' - pundits react to England win
Harry Kane is a "hero" and a "superstar" according to BBC Sport's World Cup pundits after England's win over Tunisia.
https://ift.tt/2JZ1O88

Should Statutes of Limitations for Rape Be Abolished?

Should Statutes of Limitations for Rape Be Abolished?
Across the country, time-limiting laws prevent scores of sexual assault cases from being prosecuted, in spite of persuasive evidence or a confession.
https://ift.tt/2JZAh6P

‘Inappropriate’ Behavior Could Mean a Faux Pas — Or a Crime

‘Inappropriate’ Behavior Could Mean a Faux Pas — Or a Crime
It’s the one category broad enough to make tiny mistakes sound like grave errors, and terrible violations sound like simple misunderstandings.
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Can a Professor Pay for a Student’s Counseling?

Can a Professor Pay for a Student’s Counseling?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on how far a teacher should go to help a student with personal difficulties, and more.
https://ift.tt/2MC8LxP

Nothing Satisfies the Need for Crunch Like Biscotti

Nothing Satisfies the Need for Crunch Like Biscotti
The ideal solution for a dessert with snap.
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Heading the Soccer Ball May Be Bad for Young Brains

Heading the Soccer Ball May Be Bad for Young Brains
Can even a single header in soccer affect a child’s cognitive abilities?
https://ift.tt/2tj1RVd

Jackson & Olding return 'not ruled out'

Jackson & Olding return 'not ruled out'
Former Ulster players Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding could play for Ireland again in the future, says IRFU performance chief David Nucifora.
https://ift.tt/2JYBnTz

Red Bull to switch from Renault to Honda

Red Bull to switch from Renault to Honda
Red Bull will split with Renault at the end of this season and use Honda engines for the next two years.
https://ift.tt/2K4Op1N

Monday, June 18, 2018

Rate the players: Tunisia v England

Rate the players: Tunisia v England
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Tunisia v England in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2yjfcCY

World Cup 2018: How VAR could have changed World Cup history

World Cup 2018: How VAR could have changed World Cup history
The VAR system is now in regular use at the World Cup. How might it have changed past events?
https://ift.tt/2K02biL

Vince's 171 puts Hampshire in final

Vince's 171 puts Hampshire in final
Hampshire captain James Vince scores a brilliant 171 to set up his side's One-Day Cup semi-final win over Yorkshire.
https://ift.tt/2yiW8EN

Jones 'no concerns' over England future

Jones 'no concerns' over England future
England head coach Eddie Jones says he has no concerns about own position despite a fifth Test defeat in a row.
https://ift.tt/2MvTui5

Belgium too good for debutants Panama

Belgium too good for debutants Panama
Romelu Lukaku scores twice as Belgium prove too good for World Cup debutants Panama in the opening match in England's Group G.
https://ift.tt/2tiK68D

How ‘Desus & Mero’ Conquered Late Night

How ‘Desus & Mero’ Conquered Late Night
The comedic duo has made it big by offering what few other shows can: a decidedly black perspective.
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Croatia send striker Kalinic home

Croatia send striker Kalinic home
Croatia forward Nikola Kalinic is sent home from the World Cup after refusing to come on as a substitute during the 2-0 defeat of Nigeria.
https://ift.tt/2lf0qU6

Fifa probes Mexico 'homophobic chants'

Fifa probes Mexico 'homophobic chants'
Fifa is investigating alleged homophobic chanting by Mexico fans during the 1-0 World Cup win over Germany on Sunday.
https://ift.tt/2JMYWiV

There’s Been a Global Increase in Armed Groups. Can They Be Restrained?

There’s Been a Global Increase in Armed Groups. Can They Be Restrained?
A rise in armed groups around the world has forced organizations to reconsider how they promote respect for humanitarian law.
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Build-up to Tunisia v England

Build-up to Tunisia v England
Tunisia play England at the Volgograd Arena in the first round of World Cup Group G matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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Barber gets Three Lions World Cup call-up

Barber gets Three Lions World Cup call-up
The Lancashire stylist will fly out to Russia and join the players in their team hotel.
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World Cup - build-up to Belgium v Panama

World Cup - build-up to Belgium v Panama
Watch, listen and follow live text commentary as Belgium play Panama in the first round of World Cup Group G games.
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Granqvist penalty earns Sweden win

Granqvist penalty earns Sweden win
Sweden mark their first appearance in the World Cup for 12 years by beating South Korea thanks to a penalty from captain Andreas Granqvist that was awarded after a video assistant referee (VAR) review.
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Norrie loses to Wawrinka at Queen's Club

Norrie loses to Wawrinka at Queen's Club
British number two Cameron Norrie is knocked out of the Fever-Tree Championships in straight sets by Stan Wawrinka.
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Would technology temper the tennis tantrums?

Would technology temper the tennis tantrums?
After Johanna Konta's outburst on Sunday, BBC Sport asks whether technology would temper the tantrums in tennis.
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Flies plague England build-up in Volgograd

Flies plague England build-up in Volgograd
Swarms of flies are plaguing the city of Volgograd where England face Tunisia on Monday.
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Semenya to challenge 'unfair' ruling

Semenya to challenge 'unfair' ruling
World and Olympic 800m champion Caster Semenya is to challenge "unfair" rules affecting some female athletes.
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Unified Korean teams for Asian Games

Unified Korean teams for Asian Games
North and South Korea have agreed to form some combined teams at the Asian Games in Indonesia during August.
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Watch: Queen's 2018 - day one

Watch: Queen's 2018 - day one
The Fever-Tree Championships get under way at Queen's Club - watch live BBC TV, Red Button and online coverage.
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World sport: 10 photos we liked this week

World sport: 10 photos we liked this week
A selection of the most striking sports photographs from around the world this week.
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World Cup - build-up to Sweden v South Korea

World Cup - build-up to Sweden v South Korea
Radio & live text commentary as Sweden play South Korea in the first round of World Cup Group F games.
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From Frankie to fairytales: Royal Ascot preview

From Frankie to fairytales: Royal Ascot preview
Dettori returns, the overseas challenge and tightened security - Cornelius Lysaght on the Ascot talking points.
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Mocked Ronaldo bronze statue replaced

Mocked Ronaldo bronze statue replaced
A bronze statue of Cristiano Ronaldo that left football fans scratching their heads is replaced.
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Stokes & Woakes set to miss ODIs

Stokes & Woakes set to miss ODIs
England all-rounders Ben Stokes and Chris Woakes are set to miss the remaining three one-day internationals against Australia.
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One-Day Cup semi-final: Yorkshire ask Hampshire to bat - in-play clips, radio and text

One-Day Cup semi-final: Yorkshire ask Hampshire to bat - in-play clips, radio and text
Hampshire host Yorkshire in the one-day cup semi-finals - follow in-play clips, radio and text.
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'Koepka real deal & Fleetwood ready'

'Koepka real deal & Fleetwood ready'
Brooks Koepka's US Open victory shows that the American is the real deal, while Tommy Fleetwood emphasises his major credentials.
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Sunday, June 17, 2018

Swiss hold favourites Brazil to draw

Swiss hold favourites Brazil to draw
Philippe Coutinho's superb goal is not enough for Brazil who are held by Switzerland in their World Cup opener.
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Managing England: The Impossible Job

Managing England: The Impossible Job
BBC Sport traces the history of one of the toughest jobs in sport - the England football manager.
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Norrie to face Wawrinka at Queen's

Norrie to face Wawrinka at Queen's
British number two Cameron Norrie will play three-time Grand Slam winner Stan Wawrinka at Queen's Club on Monday.
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Rate the players: Brazil v Switzerland

Rate the players: Brazil v Switzerland
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Brazil v Switzerland in the World Cup group match.
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Wakefield 30-32 Warrington

Wakefield 30-32 Warrington
Warrington survive a second-half Wakefield onslaught to win and move two points behind second-placed Wigan in Super League.
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Kuhn hits century as Kent reach final

Kuhn hits century as Kent reach final
Heino Kuhn hits his fourth One-Day Cup century as Kent beat Worcestershire by two wickets to reach the final at Lord's.
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Listen: World Cup - build-up to Brazil v Switzerland

Listen: World Cup - build-up to Brazil v Switzerland
Radio & live text commentary as Brazil play Switzerland in the first round of World Cup Group E games.
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Brilliant Mexico stun champions Germany

Brilliant Mexico stun champions Germany
Mexico record the first shock win of the 2018 World Cup as Hirving Lozano's strike earns them victory over champions Germany.
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Rate the players: Germany v Mexico

Rate the players: Germany v Mexico
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Germany v Mexico in the World Cup group match.
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'Safe space' for LGBT World Cup fans shut

'Safe space' for LGBT World Cup fans shut
The organisers of the initiative in the Russian city of St Petersburg blame a "political attack".
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Angry Konta loses in Nottingham final

Angry Konta loses in Nottingham final
A furious Johanna Konta loses out to Australia's Ash Barty in the final of the Nature Valley Open in Nottingham.
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Former British champion Smith Jr retires

Former British champion Smith Jr retires
Former British champion Paul Smith Jr announces his retirement from boxing after 15 years as a professional.
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'How I've recovered from lowest point'

'How I've recovered from lowest point'
In his regular BBC Sport column, Andy Murray talks about the decision to have hip surgery in January and his long road to recovery.
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Nottingham Open Final: Konta v Barty

Nottingham Open Final: Konta v Barty
British number one Johanna Konta faces Australia's Ashleigh Barty in the final of the Nottingham Open - follow live text commentary.
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Kolarov strike gives Serbia victory

Kolarov strike gives Serbia victory
Aleksandar Kolarov curls in a spectacular free-kick to give Serbia a deserved victory in their opening World Cup Group E match against Costa Rica.
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World Cup - build-up to Germany v Mexico

World Cup - build-up to Germany v Mexico
Watch, listen and follow live text commentary as Germany play Mexico in the first round of World Cup Group F games.
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'England aren't in a rut - they are in a trench'

'England aren't in a rut - they are in a trench'
After five Test defeats in a row, Tom Fordyce asks: What has gone wrong for England?
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American Rivera wins Women's Tour

American Rivera wins Women's Tour
Coryn Rivera wins the 2018 Women's Tour as Lotta Lepisto sprints to victory on the final stage from Dolgellau to Colwyn Bay.
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Alonso claims Le Mans win with Toyota

Alonso claims Le Mans win with Toyota
Fernando Alonso wins Le Mans 24 Hours at the first attempt as he and team-mates Sebastian Buemi and Kazuki Nakajima end Toyota's long drought.
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Federer wins Stuttgart title on return

Federer wins Stuttgart title on return
Roger Federer beats Milos Raonic to win the Mercedes Cup in Stuttgart, his first event for two and a half months.
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'Huge downer' as Townsend gamble backfires

'Huge downer' as Townsend gamble backfires
Scotland coach Gregor Townsend admits some players won't get a chance to put their shock defeat by the USA behind them.
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Vunipola suffers another fractured arm

Vunipola suffers another fractured arm
England number eight Billy Vunipola broke his arm during England's defeat by South Africa on Saturday.
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Alli & Lingard will be key - Lampard

Alli & Lingard will be key - Lampard
Frank Lampard looks at the tactics England will need to beat Tunisia and believes the Dele Alli and Jesse Lingard combination will be key.
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Chandimal charged with ball-tampering

Chandimal charged with ball-tampering
Sri Lanka captain Dinesh Chandimal is charged with ball-tampering by the International Cricket Council (ICC) during a series in the West Indies.
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World Cup - Costa Rica v Serbia

World Cup - Costa Rica v Serbia
Radio & live text commentary as Costa Rica play Serbia in the first round of World Cup Group E games.
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Worcestershire v Kent - in-play clips, radio and text

Worcestershire v Kent - in-play clips, radio and text
Worcestershire host Kent in the One-Day Cup semi-finals - follow in-play clips, radio and text.
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England embrace 'festival of football'

England embrace 'festival of football'
England manager Gareth Southgate wants his players to embrace the World Cup's 'festival of football'.
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Saturday, June 16, 2018

Taxi ploughs into pedestrians in Moscow

Taxi ploughs into pedestrians in Moscow
Video posted on social media shows the taxi veered onto a crowded pavement before coming to a halt.
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Konta books Nottingham final place

Konta books Nottingham final place
British number one Johanna Konta reaches the final of the Nature Valley Open in Nottingham for the second year in a row.
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Ireland too strong for Scotland in T20

Ireland too strong for Scotland in T20
Andrew Balbirnie leads the way with a knock of 74 as Ireland ease to a 46-run win over Scotland in the Netherlands Twenty20 Tri-series.
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Roy ton sets up England win over Australia

Roy ton sets up England win over Australia
Jason Roy scores 120 to set up a 38-run win for England over Australia and take a 2-0 lead in the one-day series.
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World Cup: Croatia v Nigeria

World Cup: Croatia v Nigeria
Croatia play Nigeria in Kaliningrad in the first round of World Cup Group D matches - listen and follow live text commentary.
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Denmark battle to narrow win over Peru

Denmark battle to narrow win over Peru
Denmark begin their World Cup campaign with a hard-fought victory against Peru, who had earlier missed a penalty.
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I didn't expect to be here - Southgate

I didn't expect to be here - Southgate
Gareth Southgate says he did not expect to be England manager going into the World Cup in Russia.
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Hull FC 10-14 Wigan

Hull FC 10-14 Wigan
Wigan Warriors end their three-match losing run with victory at Hull FC to stay second in the Super League table.
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Murray 'nervous' before Queen's

Murray 'nervous' before Queen's
Andy Murray says he will be nervous on his competitive return from hip surgery at Queen's Club next week.
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Federer to return to world number one

Federer to return to world number one
Roger Federer will regain the world number one spot after beating Nick Kyrgios to reach the Mercedes Cup final in Stuttgart.
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Listen: Hull FC v Wigan Warriors

Listen: Hull FC v Wigan Warriors
Hull FC host Wigan Warriors in the Super League - listen to BBC local radio commentary.
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How did you rate Argentina & Iceland players?

How did you rate Argentina & Iceland players?
See how you rated Argentina and Iceland's players out of 10 in their 1-1 World Cup draw.
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Watch: World Cup - Peru v Denmark

Watch: World Cup - Peru v Denmark
Watch, listen and follow live text commentary as Peru play Denmark at Mordovia Arena in World Cup Group C.
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How did you rate the players in France's win over Australia?

How did you rate the players in France's win over Australia?
See how you rated the players out of 10 as France beat Australia 2-1 in Kazan.
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Messi misses penalty as Argentina held

Messi misses penalty as Argentina held
Argentina held by World Cup debutants Iceland as Lionel Messi misses from the penalty spot
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Dideriksen wins Women's Tour stage four

Dideriksen wins Women's Tour stage four
Denmark's Amalie Dideriksen wins stage four of the Women's Tour in a sprint finish.
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Egypt forward Salah fit to face Russia

Egypt forward Salah fit to face Russia
The Egyptian Football Association says striker Mohamed Salah is fit to start their next game against Russia on Tuesday.
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Evans reaches Nottingham final

Evans reaches Nottingham final
Britain's Dan Evans reaches the final of the Nature Valley Open in Nottingham after beating Spaniard Marcel Granollers.
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World Cup - build-up to Argentina v Iceland

World Cup - build-up to Argentina v Iceland
BBC Radio 5 live updates and live text commentary as Argentina play Iceland in the first round of World Cup group matches.
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Late Pogba goal gives France victory

Late Pogba goal gives France victory
Paul Pogba's late goal gives France a winning start in Group C after they had earlier benefitted from a controversial VAR decision to score the opening goal.
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Australia 21-26 Ireland

Australia 21-26 Ireland
Ireland beat Australia 26-21 in Melbourne to level their series at 1-1 going into the final Test in Sydney next week.
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Murray to make return at Queen's

Murray to make return at Queen's
Andy Murray will make his competitive return from hip surgery in the Fever-Tree Championships at Queen's next week.
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England v Australia - toss & team news

England v Australia - toss & team news
England host Australia at Sophia Gardens in the second ODI of the series - follow TMS commentary, in-play clips and live text.
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International rugby union - Australia v Ireland & South Africa v England

International rugby union - Australia v Ireland & South Africa v England
Follow live text as Australia host Ireland in Melbourne, while South Africa face England at Toyota Stadium later (16:05 BST).
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World Cup - build-up to France v Australia

World Cup - build-up to France v Australia
TV, radio, VR and live text coverage as France play Australia at Kazan Arena in the first round of World Cup Group C games.
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Friday, June 15, 2018

Rate the players: Portugal v Spain

Rate the players: Portugal v Spain
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Portugal v Spain in the World Cup group match.
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Johnson leads US Open, Fleetwood surges

Johnson leads US Open, Fleetwood surges
World number one Dustin Johnson sets the clubhouse lead at four under, while England's Tommy Fleetwood posts the round of the US Open so far.
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Scots judo duo back from road crashes

Scots judo duo back from road crashes
Two Scots are back involved in judo after road crashes, with Stephanie Inglis coaching Louise Renicks at the at European Veteran Judo Championships.
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Iran win first World Cup tie in 20 years

Iran win first World Cup tie in 20 years
Iran win their first match at a World Cup finals in 20 years as Morocco substitute Aziz Bouhaddouz scores an own goal in injury time.
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Plunkett will speak to other counties

Plunkett will speak to other counties
England bowler Liam Plunkett says he is looking to speak to other counties as he enters the last year of his contract at Yorkshire.
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Portugal v Spain: How will Spain respond to turbulent week?

Portugal v Spain: How will Spain respond to turbulent week?
Cristiano Ronaldo seeks World Cup glory with Portugal, while Spain aim to end a turbulent week with a win as both teams begin their Russia 2018 campaign.
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Ronaldo agrees 'jail term' over tax charges

Ronaldo agrees 'jail term' over tax charges
Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly agrees to accept a fine and suspended jail term to settle tax evasion charges.
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'Cahill wants to be up there with Pele'

'Cahill wants to be up there with Pele'
Tim Cahill’s drive and determination has given him the chance of joining an elite group of World Cup goalscorers, says his friend and former team-mate Phil Neville.
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Why I'm risking going to Russia as a gay fan

Why I'm risking going to Russia as a gay fan
Lee tells Newsbeat why he wants to represent LGBT England fans in Russia this summer.
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Iran billboard changed to include women

Iran billboard changed to include women
A billboard in Iran which supported the nation's World Cup team has been replaced after it was criticised for not featuring any women.
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World Cup: Morocco v Iran - text & radio coverage

World Cup: Morocco v Iran - text & radio coverage
Morocco and Iran begin their World Cup campaigns as Group B gets under way, with Portugal v Spain to follow later.
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Boulter out of Nature Valley Open

Boulter out of Nature Valley Open
Britain's Katie Boulter is out of the Nature Valley Open in Nottingham after defeat by top seed Ashleigh Barty.
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Evans into Nottingham semi-finals

Evans into Nottingham semi-finals
Britain's Dan Evans is into the Nature Valley Open semi-finals following a two-set win over Brayden Schnur.
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SA bat against England in women's ODI decider - TMS, highlights & text

SA bat against England in women's ODI decider - TMS, highlights & text
South Africa bat first against England at Canterbury in the third ODI of the series - follow TMS commentary, in-play clips and live text.
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Rooney yet to decide on DC United move

Rooney yet to decide on DC United move
Wayne Rooney will decide within the next two weeks whether he is going to quit Everton for Major League Soccer outfit DC United.
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US Open: Johnson & Woods begin second rounds

US Open: Johnson & Woods begin second rounds
Dustin Johnson and Tiger Woods are among the early starters on day two at Shinnecock Hills - follow text updates, images and scores.
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Murray to practise at Queen's Club

Murray to practise at Queen's Club
Andy Murray will practise at The Queen's Club this afternoon to gauge whether he is fit enough to return to the ATP Tour next week.
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England players still believe - Farrell

England players still believe - Farrell
England still "massively believe in themselves" before Saturday's must-win Test with South Africa, says captain Owen Farrell.
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Watch: Egypt face Uruguay - Salah not starting

Watch: Egypt face Uruguay - Salah not starting
Egypt play Uruguay at Central Stadium, Yekaterinburg in the first round of World Cup Group A matches - watch, listen and follow live text commentary.
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Cocaine, the captain & the frozen mummies

Cocaine, the captain & the frozen mummies
How three frozen Inca mummies found 6,000m up in the sky in 1999 helped Peru's captain and record scorer make the World Cup.
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GB Olympic team 'fundamental' - Neville

GB Olympic team 'fundamental' - Neville
England boss Phil Neville says Team GB being at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics is "fundamental" for the growth of the women's game.
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Rashford returns to England training

Rashford returns to England training
Marcus Rashford takes part in England training on Friday as the Three Lions prepare to begin their World Cup campaign.
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Celtic open title defence v Livingston

Celtic open title defence v Livingston
Champions Celtic will open the new Premiership campaign against promoted Livingston, as Steven Gerrard's Rangers begin at Aberdeen.
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Boris Becker claims diplomatic immunity

Boris Becker claims diplomatic immunity
The tennis star, who was declared bankrupt in 2017, is a diplomat for the Central African Republic.
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Thursday, June 14, 2018

Nothing justifies Lopetegui sacking - Perez

Nothing justifies Lopetegui sacking - Perez
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez says "nothing justifies" Spain sacking Julen Lopetegui as head coach after the club named him as their new boss.
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Poulter shares lead, McIlroy struggles

Poulter shares lead, McIlroy struggles
England's Ian Poulter holds a share of the clubhouse lead during the first round of the US Open, but Rory McIlroy struggles at Shinnecock Hills.
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Impressive Russia win World Cup opener

Impressive Russia win World Cup opener
Hosts Russia make a fine start to their World Cup campaign as they thrash Saudi Arabia in the tournament's opening game.
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Who are the World Cup youngsters to watch?

Who are the World Cup youngsters to watch?
BBC Sport commentators highlight the 15 best young players from outside the Premier League to look out for in Russia.
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Ronaldo & Williams open 2018 World Cup

Ronaldo & Williams open 2018 World Cup
Brazil legend Ronaldo and British popstar Robbie Williams got the 2018 World Cup in Russia under way with the opening ceremony in Moscow.
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Pamela Anderson's boyfriend, Suarez's unwanted record & the sticker-crazy nation - World Cup bluffers' guide

Pamela Anderson's boyfriend, Suarez's unwanted record & the sticker-crazy nation - World Cup bluffers' guide
Impress your friends and colleagues by memorising these impressive bluffs for each nation competing at the World Cup.
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Afghanistan rally after India dominate

Afghanistan rally after India dominate
Test debutants Afghanistan take five wickets in the final session after India dominate much of the opening day of their match in Bangalore.
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Rate the players: Russia v Saudi Arabia

Rate the players: Russia v Saudi Arabia
Give your player ratings out of 10 for Russia against Saudi Arabia in the World Cup group match.
https://ift.tt/2JyCZUq

Rivera wins stage two of Women's Tour

Rivera wins stage two of Women's Tour
American Coryn Rivera edges out Marianne Vos in a thrilling sprint finish to win stage two and move into the overall lead of the Women's Tour.
https://ift.tt/2JCJc1Q

New court date set for McGregor

New court date set for McGregor
Mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor, who has been charged with assault and criminal mischief, will appear again at a US court on 26 July.
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Messi & Ronaldo's last chance - Mourinho

Messi & Ronaldo's last chance - Mourinho
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo "probably have one last chance" to win the World Cup, says Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho.
https://ift.tt/2sUFFkO

Boulter into Nottingham quarter-finals

Boulter into Nottingham quarter-finals
British number four Katie Boulter beats 2011 US Open champion Sam Stosur to reach her first WTA Tour quarter-final at the Nature Valley Open.
https://ift.tt/2LON2Bq

Watson v Konta - All GB tie in Nottingham

Watson v Konta - All GB tie in Nottingham
Heather Watson takes on Johanna Konta in an all-British affair in round two of the Nottingham Open.
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Salah fit for Egypt's World Cup opener

Salah fit for Egypt's World Cup opener
Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's World Cup game between Egypt and Uruguay.
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Wales make five changes for second Test

Wales make five changes for second Test
Wales coach Warren Gatland makes five changes for the second Test with Argentina in Santa Fe on Saturday with Cory Hill again leading the side.
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Iran World Cup poster criticised

Iran World Cup poster criticised
A huge billboard in Iran's capital Tehran in support of the national team at the World Cup is criticised as it does not include women.
https://ift.tt/2t8xelk

US Open first round: Rose and McIlroy among early starters

US Open first round: Rose and McIlroy among early starters
Justin Rose, Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth begin their rounds at Shinnecock Hills - follow text updates, images & debate.
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Shields in as England drop Robshaw

Shields in as England drop Robshaw
Brad Shields will make his first England start in Saturday's second Test in South Africa, with Chris Robshaw dropped.
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England 2030 bid 'definitely on radar'

England 2030 bid 'definitely on radar'
An English-led home nations bid for the 2030 World Cup is "definitely on the radar", says former SFA boss Stewart Regan.
https://ift.tt/2JHrwhy

One-Day Cup: Notts bat first after being put in - in-play clips, radio and text

One-Day Cup: Notts bat first after being put in - in-play clips, radio and text
Nottinghamshire host Kent and Essex face Yorkshire in the One-Day Cup quarter-finals - follow in-play clips, radio and text.
https://ift.tt/2JUJSij

Laugher and Mears head European squad

Laugher and Mears head European squad
Olympic gold medallists Jack Laugher and Chris Mears headline a 15-strong British diving team for August's European Championships.
https://ift.tt/2tbENYK

Spurs to face Liverpool at new stadium

Spurs to face Liverpool at new stadium
Tottenham's first game in their new stadium will be against Liverpool on the weekend of the 15-16 September.
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Man City visit Arsenal on first weekend

Man City visit Arsenal on first weekend
Champions Manchester City will travel to Arsenal on the opening day of the new Premier League season.
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Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Russia ready for 2018 World Cup start

Russia ready for 2018 World Cup start
The 2018 World Cup starts on Thursday, when hosts Russia face Saudi Arabia in Moscow in the first of 64 games over 32 days.
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