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Lionel Messi Ends Argentina Career With Goal in 3-0 Benin Win
Lionel Messi scored and made two goals as Argentina beat Benin 3-0 in his final international match. Here are the result and career numbers.
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India at Asian Games 2026: Final Medal Tally, Gold Winners and Key Takeaways
India’s final Asian Games 2026 medal tally: 85 medals, gold-medal count, standout sports and what the fourth-place finish means.
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Jannik Sinner Withdraws From Shanghai Masters With Knee Injury
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the 2026 Shanghai Masters as his recovery from a right knee injury continues.
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India at Asian Games Day 15: Kumkum Gold, Cricket and Hockey Finals
India opened Asian Games Day 15 with Kumkum Mohod's recurve gold. Here is the 9:10am IST medal update and the cricket, hockey and wrestling stakes.
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India at Asian Games 2026 Day 14: Archery and Boxing Golds Lift Medal Tally
India's women won a historic recurve team gold and Lovlina Borgohain topped the 75kg podium. Here are the confirmed Day 14 results and what comes next.
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Carlos Alcaraz Defends Five-Set Grand Slams and Calls for Calendar Reform
Carlos Alcaraz says best-of-five matches are central to Grand Slam tennis and argues that calendar reform, not shorter majors, should address player workload.
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Lin Shan Wins Asian Games Diving Gold: Results, Scores and Medal Standings
China's Lin Shan won the Asian Games women's 1m springboard title in Tokyo. See the final scores, medalists and the dive that changed the contest.
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India at Asian Games Day 9: September 27 Schedule, Medal Events and Athletes to Watch
India's Asian Games campaign continues on September 27 with medal opportunities across athletics, weightlifting and more. Here is a practical viewing guide.
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Puripol Boonson Runs 9.90 to Win Asian Games 100m Gold
Thailand's Puripol Boonson won the Asian Games men's 100m title in 9.90 seconds after breaking the Games record twice on his path to the final.
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Shin Ohashi Smashes 200m Breaststroke World Record in 2:04.83
Japan's Shin Ohashi won Asian Games gold in a world-record 2:04.83 in the men's 200m breaststroke, delivering one of the meet's defining performances.
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Cristiano Ronaldo Is 21 Goals From 1,000 as Portugal Begins a New Era
Cristiano Ronaldo has 979 senior career goals and needs 21 more to reach 1,000 as Portugal starts its Nations League campaign under Jorge Jesus.
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Singapore Grand Prix 2026: Dates, Full Race Weekend Timetable and Marina Bay Guide
The 2026 Singapore Grand Prix runs from October 9–11 at Marina Bay, with the 62-lap race scheduled for Sunday, October 11.
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FIFA Governance Review: What Gianni Infantino's Proposal Could Change
Gianni Infantino says FIFA could commission an independent review after a private-investment proposal was withdrawn.
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Champions League 2026-27: Format, League-Phase Dates and What the Table Means
The 2026-27 Champions League uses a 36-team league phase. Here are the match dates, qualification places and the route to the Madrid final.
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Kylian Mbappé Leaves Nike for On: Why the Deal Matters for Football
Kylian Mbappé has ended his long Nike partnership to join Swiss sportswear brand On, giving the Federer-backed company a marquee name for its football push.
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Milwaukee Brewers Clinch Fourth Straight NL Central Title
Milwaukee have clinched a fourth consecutive NL Central crown after Jacob Misiorowski's strong outing against Pittsburgh.
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US Sports Leagues Push Lifetime Betting Bans After Threats Against Athletes
Major US sports leagues want lifetime bans for bettors who threaten athletes, putting fan safety at the centre of gambling policy.
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Why Lando Norris Wants F1's Virtual Safety Car Rule Changed After the Spanish GP
Lando Norris says Formula 1 should review its virtual safety car rule and Madrid's Madring layout after losing the Spanish GP lead.
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Kimi Antonelli Wins 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid: Results, Standings and What Happened
Kimi Antonelli won Formula 1's first race at Madrid's Madring after a virtual safety car changed Lando Norris's strategy. See the result and title impact.
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Rybakina Wins US Open 2026: Final Score, Third Major and No. 1 Context
Elena Rybakina beat Aryna Sabalenka 6-4, 5-7, 6-2 in the US Open final. Here is what the title means for her season and ranking.
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Alexander Zverev Reaches 2026 US Open Final After Beating Khachanov
Alexander Zverev beat Karen Khachanov in straight sets to reach his second US Open final and move within one win of a second Grand Slam title.
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Elena Rybakina Beats Coco Gauff to Set Up US Open Final Against Aryna Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina rallied past Coco Gauff in three sets to reach her first US Open final, where Aryna Sabalenka awaits.
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49ers Beat Rams 27-7 in NFL's First Regular-Season Game in Australia
Brock Purdy threw three touchdown passes as the San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 before 100,021 fans in Melbourne.
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Elena Rybakina Secures World No. 1 Ranking After US Open Quarterfinal Comeback
Elena Rybakina beat Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to reach the US Open semifinals and guarantee her first WTA world No. 1 ranking.
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Ben Shelton Beats Carlos Alcaraz in Five-Set US Open 2026 Quarterfinal Thriller
Ben Shelton stunned defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in five sets, setting a record-late US Open finish and an all-American semifinal against Frances Tiafoe.
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Frances Tiafoe Reaches 2026 US Open Semifinal After Five-Set Comeback
Frances Tiafoe rallied from two sets and a break down to beat Alex Michelsen and reach his third US Open semifinal.
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FIBA WASL Final 8 2026: Schedule, Venue and Format Explained
FIBA has confirmed the West Asia Super League Final 8 schedule for September 26 to October 4 in Zouk Mikael, Lebanon.
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US Open 2026 Quarterfinals: Schedule, Start Times and What Comes Next
The US Open reaches its singles quarterfinal stage on September 8 and 9. Here is the official schedule framework, New York start times and what fans should know.
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US Open 2026 Quarterfinal Schedule: Dates, Session Times and TV Guide
The US Open singles quarterfinals begin September 8 in New York. Here are the official session times, television windows and the road to both finals.
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USA Survive Italy 55-52 at FIBA Women's World Cup as Quarter-Final Test Looms
The United States held off Italy 55-52 in Berlin, their lowest scoring total in 42 years, to reach the FIBA Women's World Cup quarter-finals.
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US Open 2026 Electronic Line Calling and Video Review Explained
The 2026 US Open uses live electronic line calling on every court, while video review handles a different set of judgment calls.
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US Open 2026 Finals: Schedule, Prize Money and Tiebreak Rules
The US Open women's final is on September 12 and the men's final on September 13, with each singles champion earning $5.5 million.
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Madrid Grand Prix 2026: Weekend Schedule and Madring Circuit Guide
Formula 1's new Madrid race takes place from September 11 to 13. Here are the official session times and the key features of the Madring circuit.
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NFL International Games 2026: Full Schedule, Cities and How to Watch
The NFL's biggest international season spans nine games, seven countries and four continents. Here is the complete 2026 schedule, kickoff times and viewing guide.
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US Open 2026 Prize Money: Every Round and Champion Payout
The 2026 US Open offers $108 million in total player compensation, with singles champions earning $5.5 million. Here is the round-by-round breakdown.
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Anastasia Potapova Reaches First US Open Fourth Round
Anastasia Potapova beat 2025 finalist Amanda Anisimova in straight sets to reach the US Open fourth round for the first time.
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Naomi Osaka Beats Elise Mertens Despite Leg Pain at US Open 2026
Naomi Osaka defeated Elise Mertens 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 to reach the US Open fourth round after receiving treatment for a lower-leg problem.
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Coco Gauff Beats Cristina Bucsa to Reach US Open Fourth Round
Coco Gauff defeated Cristina Bucsa 6-3, 6-4 at the 2026 US Open, recovering from an early deficit to reach the fourth round.
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Argentina Hold Wallabies 28-28 With 13 Players in Dramatic Mendoza Draw
Argentina survived the final 10 minutes with 13 players to draw 28-28 with Australia, although the Wallabies won the two-Test series.
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Ben Shelton Beats Denis Shapovalov to Reach US Open 2026 Round of 16
Ben Shelton survived a high-powered left-handed battle with Denis Shapovalov in four sets and will face Stefanos Tsitsipas in the US Open 2026 fourth round.
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Italian Grand Prix 2026 Race Guide: Start Time, Monza Strategy and Weather
The 2026 Italian Grand Prix takes place at Monza on September 6. Check the race start time, weather outlook, circuit facts and strategy variables.
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Italian Grand Prix 2026 Qualifying: Start Time, Monza Form and What to Watch
George Russell led Friday practice at Monza before Italian Grand Prix qualifying. Here is the session schedule, early form and the key slipstream battle to watch.
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Gael Monfils Wins on 40th Birthday to Extend Final US Open Run
Gael Monfils celebrated his 40th birthday by defeating Adolfo Daniel Vallejo and becoming the oldest US Open match winner since Jimmy Connors.
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US Open Delivers ESPN's Biggest Opening-Day Audience After Djokovic Upset
The 2026 US Open produced ESPN's largest opening-day audience, with Novak Djokovic's shock first-round defeat helping drive a record broadcast.
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Liam Lawson Keeps Red Bull Seat for 2026 Italian Grand Prix at Monza
Liam Lawson will partner Max Verstappen at Monza while Isack Hadjar continues recovering from a wrist injury.
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Alexander Zverev Survives Five-Set US Open Thriller Against Lorenzo Sonego
Top seed Alexander Zverev escaped a first-round upset after a near five-hour battle with Lorenzo Sonego at the 2026 US Open.
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Carlos Alcaraz Wins US Open Comeback: Score, Wrist Update and Next Opponent
Carlos Alcaraz returned from a 139-day singles absence with a straight-sets US Open win. Here is the score, his wrist update and who he faces next.
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Tony Romo Pleads No Contest to OWI: Fine, CBS Leave and Possible Return Explained
Tony Romo has pleaded no contest to a Wisconsin OWI charge and addressed his alcohol use. Here is the legal outcome and what CBS has said about his return.
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Ferrari's Michael Schumacher Monza Livery: Design, Cars and Weekend Events
Ferrari will honor Michael Schumacher at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix with an F310-inspired SF-26 livery, historic cars and special Monza demonstrations.
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Could Formula 1 Return to Argentina? FIA Support and Track Upgrade Explained
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has backed Argentina's Formula 1 ambition, but a Buenos Aires track upgrade, funding and a crowded calendar still stand between the country and a Grand Prix.
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NFL Melbourne 2026: Rams vs 49ers Date, Time and Why Australia Could Get Annual Games
The Rams and 49ers will play Australia's first NFL regular-season game at the MCG. Here is the kickoff time, ticket information and the league's plan for annual games.
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Naomi Osaka Wins US Open Opener in Two Tiebreaks After Head-Turning Entrance
Naomi Osaka beat Anastasia Zakharova 7-6(6), 7-6(3) in her 2026 US Open opener. Here is how the match turned, what her Allen Iverson-inspired outfit meant and who she plays next.
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Novak Djokovic Out of US Open 2026 After Five-Set Mariano Navone Shock
Novak Djokovic lost to Mariano Navone in five sets in the first round of the 2026 US Open, his earliest Grand Slam exit in 20 years. Here is how the match changed and what comes next.
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Athlete Biological Passport Explained: How Anti-Doping Monitors Changes Over Time
The Athlete Biological Passport tracks selected biological markers over time to identify patterns that may indicate doping.
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Protected Rankings in Tennis Explained: How Injured Players Enter Tournaments After a Long Absence
A protected ranking can help an injured tennis player enter tournaments after a long absence—but it does not restore points or guarantee seeding.
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US Open 2026 Schedule: Dates, Finals, Daily Start Times and How to Watch
The US Open runs from August 30 to September 13 in New York. Here is the singles schedule, final dates, session times and viewing guide.
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US Open 2026 Day 1 Schedule: Djokovic, Medvedev and Venus Headline Sunday
Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, Venus Williams and Jessica Pegula headline the opening Sunday of the 2026 US Open in New York.
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How NFL Practice Squads Work in 2026
NFL practice squads are flexible reserve rosters, but players can still be signed away. Here are the 2026 size, elevation and eligibility rules.
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How the US Open Extreme-Heat Rule Works
New York heat can change the rhythm of a tennis match. Here is who activates the US Open heat policy, when breaks happen and what players may do.
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MLB Wild Card Tiebreaker Rules 2026: Head-to-Head Comes First
MLB does not play Game 163. Tied postseason teams are separated by head-to-head, division and league records in a fixed order.