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Figure skater Alysa Liu's epic comeback

American figure skater Alysa Liu retired at 16, took two years off, and then returned to the ice. In her first season back, she won the women's figure skating title at the 2025 World Championships. Olympic gold medalist Brian Boitano cal...

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Cameroon, South Africa set for high-stakes AFCON round of 16 clash

South Africa and Cameroon meet on Sunday in the Round of 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, with both teams aiming to extend their tournament runs after finishing second in their respective groups.

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Alberta-developed tech could help Canadian Paralympic curlers

Engineers at Red Deer Polytechnic in central Alberta have developed a fully immersive virtual reality program that allows athletes to test out the ice and practice their shots, even when they're not at the rink.

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South Africa and Cameroon set for high-stakes round of 16 clash

South Africa and Cameroon, both finishing as group runners-up, will face off in a decisive round of 16 match. The teams have rarely met in recent years, and both sides emphasize the importance of this knockout encounter.

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Mozambique faces historic AFCON knockout test against Nigeria

Mozambique's national football team prepares for its first-ever AFCON knockout match, facing Nigeria, a team with a dominant record against them. The match marks a significant milestone in Mozambique's football history.

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Emma Raducanu's fitness uncertainty affects plans

Emma Raducanu's ongoing fitness concerns have impacted Great Britain's United Cup campaign and cast doubt on her Australian Open preparations.

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FIFA World Cup trophy tour begins with Del Piero in Riyadh

The FIFA World Cup trophy has started its global tour, unveiled in Riyadh by Italian football legend Alessandro Del Piero. Del Piero commented on Italy's recent World Cup qualification struggles as the trophy is set to visit 35 countries.

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Cameroon prepare for round of 16 clash against South Africa

Cameroon’s national football team is set to face South Africa in the round of 16. Both teams finished second in their groups and are preparing for a high-stakes knockout match in Rabat.

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No spinners selected for fifth Ashes test at Sydney Cricket Ground

Australia and England both opted not to select a spin bowler for the fifth Ashes test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, citing recent pitch conditions. Australian assistant coach Daniel Vettori explained the decision and expressed optimism f...

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Great Britain overcomes setback to win United Cup tie against Japan

Great Britain secured a dramatic victory over Japan at the United Cup after Emma Raducanu's withdrawal. Billy Harris and the mixed doubles team of Nichols and Skupski played key roles in the win.

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Shabab Al Ahly secure 3-0 win over Al Jazeera

Shabab Al Ahly defeated Al Jazeera 3-0 at Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium, moving up to fourth place in the Adnok Pro League and narrowing the gap to the top teams.

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Sabalenka returns to Brisbane focused on growth, not defending title

World number one Irina Sabalenka begins her Brisbane campaign with an emphasis on self-improvement rather than defending her title. The two-time Australian Open winner reflects on her off-season and personal growth.

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Great Britain defeats Japan 2-1 in dramatic United Cup tennis opener

Great Britain secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Japan in the United Cup opener, with the deciding mixed doubles match clinched in a super tie-break. Naomi Osaka leveled the tie for Japan after Emma Raducanu's withdrawal, but Britain's Ol...

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Coco Gauff criticizes lack of support from American tennis fans

World No. 3 Coco Gauff expressed disappointment with the level of support American tennis fans show for the sport, speaking ahead of the United Cup in Perth.

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Garcia's clean sheet helps Barcelona extend lead

Joan Garcia faced his former club Espanyol and kept a clean sheet, helping Barcelona secure a crucial victory in the Catalan derby. Late assists from Firmin Lopez led to goals by Dani Olmo and Robert Lewandowski, sending Barcelona seven ...

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Seahawks secure NFC top seed with 13-3 win over division rivals

The Seattle Seahawks clinched the NFC's number one seed after defeating their division rival San Francisco 49ers 13-3 in a defensive contest at Levi's Stadium. The victory ensures home field advantage for Seattle as the championship race...

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Root and Brook rescue England with record partnership

Joe Root and Harry Brook led England's recovery from 57 for 3, sharing a 154-run stand that shifted the momentum in their favor. Root scored his 67th Test fifty, while Brook remained unbeaten on 78.

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Arsenal overcome early setback to secure 3-2 win at Bournemouth

Arsenal came from behind to defeat Bournemouth 3-2, with Declan Rice scoring twice. Manager Mikel Arteta praised his players' resilience and highlighted Rice's growing influence in the squad.

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Why you should try padel in 2026

From packed clubs in Spain to newly built venues across Europe and beyond, padel is rapidly growing into a global phenomenon.

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TJ Watt returns after injury ahead of Steelers' crucial Ravens matchup

Steelers linebacker TJ Watt has returned to practice after missing three games due to a lung injury. His comeback comes as Pittsburgh prepares to face the Baltimore Ravens with the AFC North title on the line.

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Olympiakos secure 10th straight EuroLeague derby win over Panathinaikos

Olympiakos defeated Panathinaikos in an Athens EuroLeague derby, marking their 10th consecutive victory in the rivalry. Key performances included Sasha Vezenkov's 24 points and Kendrick Nunn's 32 for Panathinaikos.

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Bologna ends home losing streak with EuroLeague win over Milan

Bologna secured a crucial 97-85 victory against Milan in the EuroLeague, breaking a two-game home losing streak and leveling both teams' records at 9-10.

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China defeats Belgium after mixed doubles comeback

China secured a victory over Belgium in the Group B opener in Sydney, overcoming an early deficit with a decisive win in the mixed doubles match.

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Minnesota Wild dominate Ducks with offensive surge

The Minnesota Wild extended their strong run with a decisive win over the Anaheim Ducks, highlighted by Danila Yurov's two goals and Quinn Hughes' four assists. The Ducks' losing streak now stands at five games.

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Rangers defeat Panthers in historic outdoor NHL game

The NHL hosted its first outdoor game in Miami at Lone Depot Park, where the New York Rangers defeated the Florida Panthers. Mika Zibanejad made history with five points, leading the Rangers to maintain their perfect outdoor record.

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Al-Ahly edge Al-Nasr in dramatic contest to close league gap

Al-Ahly defeated league leaders Al-Nasr in a closely fought match, narrowing the points gap at the top. The game featured early goals, a comeback, and late drama with both teams finishing with ten men.

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Sporting CP held to draw by Gil Vicente after late equaliser and red card

Sporting CP's perfect start to 2026 was halted after a late equaliser from Gil Vicente, following a red card for Goncalo Inacio. The match ended in a draw, keeping Sporting in second place.

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Chiefs fans share Travis Kelce memories amid retirement speculations

Chiefs fans share Travis Kelce memories amid retirement speculations

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Ole Miss upsets Georgia in 39-34 Sugar Bowl

Four teams were left standing in the college football playoffs on Friday. Ole Miss' 39-34 upset over Georgia in the Sugar Bowl highlighted Thursday's games. Chris Vannini, senior college football writer for The Athletic, joins CBS News t...

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Venus Williams to return to Australian Open

Five years after her last appearance at the tournament, Venus Williams is set to compete in the Australian Open which gets underway later this month. At the age of 45, Williams is to become the oldest woman to compete in the tournament.