Friday's Top 100 Sports News & Stories
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Lionel Messi has not won over Argentines the way Diego Maradona did, despite being named world player of the year four times.
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Proving he's still got it, a three-time British Open winner tried to keep it going Friday
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Comcast Cable has reached a deal with ESPN to carry the SEC Network. Click to Continue »
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The cheerleading squad of the Oakland Raiders, known as the Raiderettes, won a new contract from their team that will guarantee them minimum wage of $9 an hour, Robin Abcarian of the LA Times reports . The new contract was likely awarded...
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Orioles prospect Mike Yastrzemski led off, played center field and went 4 for 5 for the Bowie Baysox on Thursday, a Class AA debut worthy of his famous surname. “I didn’t expect this at all,” the grandson of Red Sox legend and Hall of F...
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CHAMROUSSE France (Reuters) - Vincenzo Nibali put the hammer down on the Tour de France when the Italian snatched a solo win in the 13th stage in a mountaintop finish as Australian Richie Porte blew up in the heat on Friday.
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Mona Barthel of Germany beat Kaia Kanepi of Estonia 6-2, 7-6 in the Swedish Open quarterfinals on Friday. Click to Continue »
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For Rich Miner, a 28-year old Syracuse native and longtime college basketball fan, just rooting for the Orange wasn't enough. He needed something louder, and more lasting, to showcase his fandom. Of course, he opted to have the face of l...
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LeBron James has another decision to make: No. 6 or No. 23?
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The University of Connecticut will pay nearly $1.3 million to settle a federal lawsuit filed by five women who claimed the school responded to their sexual assault complaints with indifference, the two sides announced Friday.
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Tim Howard showed during the World Cup that he can save just about anything. The goalkeeper for the U.S. men's national soccer team recorded a historic 15 saves during an extra-time loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, sparking an amazing...
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Marco Andretti has consistently been in the mix, but the 27-year-old is getting further and further away from his last checkered flag.
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FIFA has lifted Nigeria's suspension from international competition after the country's football leaders were reinstated.
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Go to TSN.ca for details. #TSN
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Defensive end Josh Sweat is now the No. 1 overall recruit in the 2015 class, according to 247Sports' composite rankings . The 6'5", 240-pound athlete is an absolute monster. He ran a 4.46 40-yard dash at the SPARQ event in Beaverton...
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The New Orleans Pelicans have struck a deal to sign sharpshooter Jimmer Fredette, according to sources close to the process.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers have changed their stance and now are willing to trade Andrew Wiggins, the No. 1 pick in last month's NBA draft, to the Minnesota Timberwolves for All-Star forward Kevin Love, a league source confirmed Thursday.
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The Cleveland Cavaliers are reportedly willing to part with No. 1 pick Andrew Wiggins in a deal for Minnesota Timberwolves star Kevin Love, following rumblings that LeBron James is keen on adding the power forward. Is the end of th...
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FIFA has lifted Nigeria's suspension from international competition after the country's football leaders were reinstated. Click to Continue »
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Need a $215 pair of multicolor, elephant-print, knee-length basketball shorts? Or maybe a $165 pair of skin-tight, animal-print, sporty leggings is more up your alley? Heck, why not just wear them all at once? Read full article >>
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Fair play to David Beckham and his kids: They take getting drenched in slime in stride better than most. While attending the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Sports Awards, Beckham and his sons Romeo and Cruz were honoured. Then they...
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Tyler Seguin of the Dallas Stars let a guy smack a golf ball off a tee that was resting on his groin during The Fourth Period charity classic in Nobleton, Ont.
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Stamping his dominance in the mountains and on the race overall, Italy's Vincenzo Nibali has won the 13th stage of the Tour de France as the race entered the Alps.
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HOYLAKE England (Reuters) - South African George Coetzee made light of stiffening breezes to sail up the British Open leaderboard on Friday, claiming the clubhouse lead on five-under par with a barrage of birdies in a three-under 69 in h...
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People familiar with the moves say the New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to contract terms with guard Jimmer Fredette and forward Darius Miller.
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Nibali wins 13th stage as Tour de France moves into the Alps for toughest climb this year
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A quarterback with mixed success enters his senior season to questions of whether or not he should make way for his successor. A statement about Devin Gardner? Try Brian Griese entering the 1997 season. Griese entered his senior season w...
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Arrivals and exits provided the highs and lows of the WWE week. Fans saw Kenta sign a deal with the company, CM Punk say adieu and Sting just dip his toes into Vince McMahon's empire. The sum of all those transactions is that WWE no...
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Canada's Roseline Filion took fifth place on the women's 10-metre tower Friday at a FINA World Cup diving competition in Shanghai.
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The Gunners are lining up the France international, who is valued at €22.5 million, with a deal for Real Madrid midfielder Sami Khedira looking unlikely due to his wage demands
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Go to TSN.ca for details. #TSN
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The future of one of the most talented free agents left on the market remains cloudy as Eric Bledsoe and the Phoenix Suns remain far apart in contract talks, according to sources close to the situation.
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After being a fixture with the German national team for a decade, Philipp Lahm has retired from international football. He gets to go out on top—and he deserves to.
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The world governing body has lifted the suspension placed on the country for government interference
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People familiar with the moves say the New Orleans Pelicans have agreed to contract terms with guard Jimmer Fredette and forward Darius Miller.
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Beer will be served to the public for the first time at the Pro Football Hall of Fame's annual enshrinement festival this year to boost revenue and enhance the ceremony and preseason game.
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On Friday night, the Philadelphia Phillies begin their second half in the National League East cellar with a 42-53 record. General manager Ruben Amaro has several assets who will be very valuable in trades, including left-handed pitcher ...
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Much has been made of LeBron James' decision to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers. But perhaps no media organization, sports commentator or athlete has put his decision into a more hilarious, enjoyable and accurate depiction than the peo...
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Josef Newgarden set the fastest time in the opening practice at the Honda Indy Toronto on Friday, negotiating the Exhibition Place street course in one minute 00.2385 seconds.
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Louis van Gaal has always been a coach who demands much from his players. At his official unveiling as Manchester United manager on Thursday, he laid down a challenge for many in his squad to prove that they can handle what he’ll throw a...
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Guard Jimmer Fredette will join the third team of his NBA career after coming to terms with the New Orleans Pelicans late Thursday night. It’s been three years since the 25-year-old was the 10 th overall pick in the draft, and his two-an...
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Arsenal face last-minute competition for goalkeeper David Ospina after Valencia entered the race for his signature, according to reports.
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All the latest news and updates on day two at Hoylake The official Open leaderboard A good tale about bad golf Email: scott.murray@theguardian.com Continue reading...
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Over-by-over updates from day two at Lord's Click here for the full scoreboard from Lord's Email vithushan.ehantharajah.casual@theguardian.com Continue reading...
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Vincenzo Nibali put the hammer down on the Tour de France when the Italian snatched a solo win in the 13th stage in a mountaintop finish as Australian Richie Porte blew up in the heat.
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The former Bayer Leverkusen forward proved an adept 12th man for his country in Brazil this summer an is now taking time off ahead of the new season
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Liverpool outcast Iago Aspas claims if all goes well at Sevilla he hopes to stay there much longer.
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Salford Red Devils centre Jason Walton becomes the latest player to agree a new deal, signing until 2017.
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We caught up with David Mackay - the Mirror Fantasy Football star that's just won big! Here's what he had to say, including his words of wisdom: "Always pick Messi"...
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New Barcelona striker Luis Suarez found himself in a bit of an awkward situation recently when he forgot the keys to his house - before deciding to use his time wisely by taking pictures with fans.
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Chelsea target Raphael Varane wants to hold contract talks with current club Real Madrid before deciding on his future, according to reports.
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Dermot Weld feels being on home soil enhances Tarfasha's position as favourite for the Darley Irish Oaks at the Curragh on Saturday.
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Lewis Hamilton beats Nico Rosberg in second practice at the German Grand Prix, but Red Bull edge closer to Mercedes.
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RTÉ analyst Michael Duignan expects Liam Dunne's men to get past Waterford this weekend.
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Ireland will "shut down" to watch Conor McGregor's MMA fight in Dublin on Saturday night, according to the bullish Dubliner.
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Susie Wolff admits it will be difficult for her to achieve her ambition of racing in Formula 1.
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St Mirren's Kenny McLean talked to other clubs before staying in Paisley, insisting the moves "just weren't right".
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The Brian Ellison-trained Llanarmon Lad in the opener at Newmarket is rated the best bet of the day Continue reading...
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Gary Ballance scored his third test half-century but India remain on top on a sweltering second day of the second test against India at Lord's on Friday (local time).
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Italian pulls clear in hors catégorie climb to Chamrousse Tour de France 2014 stage 13 as it happened Stage 13 results in full and latest overall standings Continue reading...
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The £9million Spanish striker made just five Premier League starts during his 12 months at Anfield, failing to score a single league goal
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Vincenzo Nibali burst away from his challengers on the ascent to Chamrousse to win stage 13 and extend his GC lead, as Richie Porte failed to keep pace Here are the stage 13 results and overall standings Read William Fotheringham's stage...
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Over-by-over commentary from the second Test between England and India at Lord's Cricket Ground, London, on Friday, July 18, 2014
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Italian wins 13th to increase his Tour de France lead
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British number three James Ward goes out of the Claro Open Colombia with a second round loss to Jimmy Wang.
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The transfer window doesn't wait for anybody, so stay here for all the done deals, latest rumours and plenty more as club's continue with their summer business
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Live scores, leaderboard, results and hole-by-hole reports for the 143rd British Open at Royal Liverpool Golf Course at Hoylake on Friday, 18 July, 2014
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Stage results, general classification, points, mountain and young rider standings after stage 13 of the 2014 Tour de France, and more Continue reading...
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Man City line up Barkley bid, QPR agree fee with Cardiff for Caulker, West Ham want Jenkinson, plus more.
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Vincenzo Nibali extends his overall lead in the Tour de France after producing a superb ride to take stage 13 from Saint Etienne to Chamrousse.
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Chile World Cup star Sanchez to start on the wing as Theo Walcott recovers from injury
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Liverpool forward Iago Aspas has completed a loan move to Primera Division side Sevilla after passing a medical with the Europa League champions.
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Michael Hoey has withdrawn from the Open Championship with a foot injury after seven holes of his second round.
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Germany captain Philipp Lahm stunned his homeland on Friday by quitting international football at the age of 30, five days after leading his side to World Cup victory in Brazil.
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All-rounder says he is devastated to miss T20 game Lancashire to take on Derbyshire at Old Trafford Continue reading...
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Yaya Toure has no intention of leaving Premier League champions Manchester City and is looking forward to the new season with them, he said on Friday.
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The Brit had finished second in the first session in Hockenheim on Friday but delivered the fastest time later in the day
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Nicklas Bendtner has confirmed his reputation of being a carefree man - after posting a nearly-naked picture of himself on social media.
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Based on designs from the World Cup, here's what Manchester United's adidas kit could look like
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LIVERPOOL forward Iago Aspas has completed a loan move to La Liga side Sevilla after passing a medical with the Europa League champions.
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Our pick of the most eye-catching news, sports and animal photos of the last seven days.
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Since moving on from the short-lived Luis Suarez era, Liverpool are now in play to spend the £75 million purse it attained for the Uruguayan and address some needs along the back line and wings. But of course some of the speculated new a...
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Justin Rose is pleased to be in touch with the leaders after facing the worst of the conditions of the first two days at Hoylake.
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The Uruguayan cannot be unveiled as a Barca player after his World Cup bite on Giorgio Chiellini and things aren't getting much better off the pitch either
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Kroos claim Real Madrid is a step up from Bayern.
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Fifa used pretty pictures of crowds and players to fill screen time in Brazil when they should have just shown the World Cup action Continue reading...
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Crystal Palace have reportedly had an offer accepted for Tottenham Hotspur's Gylfi Sigurdsson.
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The Spaniard says he is yet to speak with any other team
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A trio of moves involving Ezequiel Lavezzi, Angel Di Maria and Mario Balotelli could pave the way for the former Manchester City striker's sensational return to the Premier League.
