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Novak Djokovic 'wasn't mentally present' ahead of defeat to Daniil Medvedev after being denied entry to the US... but unvaccinated star 'hasn't given up' on playing Miami Open
09/03/23 16:08
The 22-time Grand Slam winner was defeated in the semi-finals of the Dubai Tennis Championships by the World No. 6 on March 3, just two days before he was forced to withdraw from the BNP Paribas Open after being denied entry to the United States over vaccine rules. The Serbian, who is one of the most high-profile athletes unvaccinated against the virus, applied to the US government last month for a waiver to play at ATP Masters events at Indian Wells and Miami. But he was not granted special treatment in his bid to enter the States early for the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. His coach, Goran Ivanisevic, has now insisted that ongoing saga over Djokovic's entry into the US weighed on the player throughout last week's tournament, ultimately resulting in his defeat to eventual champion Medvedev in Dubai....read
'I'm trying to be as cautious as possible': Emma Raducanu sparks new injury fears as she reveals last year's wrist problem has returned... but the British No 1 is still 'hopeful' she can play at Indian Wells
09/03/23 09:22The 20-year-old British No 1 ended her 2022 season early after suffering a wrist injury in October and also battled to overcome an ankle injury in the build-up to Melbourne.
MIKE DICKSON: What has changed since last summer to soften Wimbledon's stance on Russians? One prominent tennis nation continues to invade another as thousands perish. It feels like Ukraine has lost a principled friend
08/03/23 22:30MIKE DICKSON: There may have to be a collective holding of the nose around Centre Court this summer if, as remains possible, a Russian claims some silverware at Wimbledon.
Copping a fine for his '700 drinks' slur at Wimbledon and claiming the pyramids are NOT man-made... all while avoiding jail time for assault - Nick Kyrgios's controversial moments after his Sam Smith outburst, in just the past 12 MONTHS!
08/03/23 12:42The fiery Australian has repeatedly argued his actions is subject to exaggerated scrutiny and that he's simply a straight-talker, shoot-from-the-hip kind of guy unwilling to toe the line.
Nick Kyrgios withdraws from iconic Indian Wells tournament…and it could spell disaster for the tennis bad boy's Wimbledon campaign
28/02/23 06:57Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the upcoming Masters 1000 tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami as he continues recovery from surgery - and it could spell disaster for his Wimbledon campaign.
British tennis star Cam Norrie climbs to No 12 in the world rankings... but his feat is overshadowed by Serbian Novak Djokovic's record-breaking stint as world number one, surpassing WTA legend Steffi Graf's milestone
27/02/23 14:51MIKE DICKSON: Cam Norrie finds himself elevated in the world rankings back to number twelve, although like most others he stands in the shadow of Novak Djokovic's latest feat.
Andy Murray WITHDRAWS from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships with organisers citing a 'recurring hip injury' as the reason… just 24 hours after he was beaten in the Qatar Open final by Russia's Daniil Medvedev
27/02/23 11:55The tournament cited a hip injury for Andy Murray's withdrawal, setting alarm bells ringing given his previous problems, but it is understood there are no major physical issues.
Mane event kicks off as annual Mulletfest brings together some of the most outrageous 'dos in Australia
25/02/23 05:51The Mulletfest tour has hit Kurri Kurri in NSW where participants compete in a range of categories, including 'rangas', vintage (for the over-50s), grubby, extreme, everyday and rookie.
Andy Murray saves three set points and wins final set tie-break to beat Lorenzo Sonego and reach the second round of the Qatar Open... and Liam Broady is also through after defeating Oleksii Krutykh
20/02/23 20:51Andy Murray now faces Alex Zverev after another escape act, which saw him rescue three match points at 4-5 in the decider when it looked like he was being overwhelmed by the hard-hitting Italian.
Listen to the fiery moment ABC host clashes with Barnaby Joyce as she claims he 'put on an effeminate voice' while slamming the PM for marching at Mardi Gras: 'This guy is so hip! He's 60 going on 16'
20/02/23 05:45Barnaby Joyce gave a speech slamming Anthony Albanese's priorities after he popped up at Woodford Folk Festival and the Australian Open tennis but only spent four hours in Alice Springs.
Tennis star Jelena Dokic showcases her 'amazingly chic' new look - after she was attacked by trolls over her appearance at the Australian Open
19/02/23 04:24Slavic-Australian former tennis star Jelena Dokic, 39, has left fans stunned with her jaw-dropping new look. Her sleek look comes just weeks after she was targeted by 'body shaming trolls'.
Vaccine-sceptic Novak Djokovic makes a last-ditch attempt to play at Indian Wells next month as he 'requests special permission to enter the US' with the Australian Open champion barred amid his ongoing refusal to take Covid jab
10/02/23 14:57The Serbian is a five-time champion at Indian Wells but has not played a match on the hard courts in the Southern California desert since 2019 due to the US's vaccine requirements.
Nick Kyrgios takes his war of words with 'embarrassing' Stefanos Tsitsipas up a notch after world No.3 branded the Aussie a 'clown'
06/02/23 00:37Nick Kyrgios is continuing to escalate his very public war of words with bitter rival Stefanos Tsitsipas, labelling him 'embarrassing' for his comments about their spiteful Wimbledon clash.
Nick Kyrgios hammers Stefanos Tsitsipas in a scathing tweet as Greek star reignites their war of words after Aussie's courtroom assault drama
05/02/23 05:40There's no love lost between the pair after their fiery clash at Wimbledon in 2022, which saw Tsitsipas brand his rival an 'evil bully'. Kyrgios reacted to new comments from the Greek star on Sunday.
Novak Djokovic's 10th Australian Open win was 'the least watched men's final in a DECADE' in the USA as his straight-sets victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas attracted an average of just 439,000 viewers on ESPN
03/02/23 15:59Even Djokovic's straight-sets win over the World No. 3 to clinch his 10th title down under on his return to Australia a year after being deported seemingly wasn't a storyline worthy of boosting viewing numbers.
Celeste Barber suffers an embarrassing photo fail as she poses with Sean Penn's ex-wife Leila George
02/02/23 02:48Comedian Celeste Barber suffered an embarrassing photo blunder as she posed with actress and Sean Penn's ex-wife Leila George at the Australian Open last week.
Nick Kyrgios hobbles on crutches as tennis star begins 'rebuilding' after knee surgery saw him miss the Australian Open
01/02/23 13:37Kyrgios, 27, was filmed hobbling on crutches while sporting a knee brace on Wednesday and posted the footage on Instagram alongside the caption: 'Rebuilding'.
REVEALED: Novak Djokovic won the Australian Open with a 3cm hamstring TEAR as tournament director confirms the Serbian did NOT fake an injury on his way to his tenth title Down Under
01/02/23 10:21Novak Djokovic played with a three-centimetre (1.2 inches) tear in his hamstring during his run to a record-extending 10th Australian Open title, tournament director Craig Tiley said on Wednesday.
Troubling issue with the pictures of Anthony Albanese enjoying the Australian Open: 'Get out of the corporate boxes'
31/01/23 04:28The Prime Minister was spotted enjoying a beer while sitting in the stands and watching the semi-final and both the women's and men's finals in Melbourne on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Is Nick Kyrgios's latest Instagram post a sign his return from knee surgery isn't going to plan? Star appears to hint that his comeback is being delayed
31/01/23 00:52Nick Kyrgios' knee injury could be worse than suspected after the Aussie tennis star posted images to his social media indicating his recovery is going to take longer than first thought
'FIFO PM' is torn to shreds for scoffing ice cream and 'chugging beers' for THREE DAYS instead of helping Alice Springs - after he flew into crime-ridden town for just four hours: 'Kick in the guts'
30/01/23 20:54Anthony Albanese has been slammed for being more interested in 'chugging beers' at the Australian Open than wanting to help Alice Springs.
Forget Rafa! Novak Djokovic reveals his plan to beat 'untouchable' Aussie legend Margaret Court to become the greatest grand slam champion of all time - as his coach reveals all about that hamstring injury
30/01/23 10:40Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic now has loftier goals - including the 'untouchable' 50-year-old record set by the great Australian tennis star Margaret Court
Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic channels his inner Michael Jordan as he sets his sights on all four Grand Slams this year... but a potential French Open showdown with Rafael Nadal could scupper those plans
30/01/23 07:55MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Nadal alone can match Djokovic's ability to tough out the most important points, which is how they have dominated into their mid-thirties.
Celeste Barber debuts incredible transformation as she steps out at the Australian Open
30/01/23 07:21Celeste Barber set temperatures soaring over the weekend when she attended a finals party at the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Another flag furore hits the Australian Open as Novak Djokovic fan is seen brandishing an 'ultra-fascist symbol' during men's final
30/01/23 03:24Another flag furore has hit the Australian Open as an apparent Novak Djokovic fan has been seen brandishing an 'ultra fascist symbol' during the men's final on Sunday night.
Novak Djokovic opens up on the heartbreak of being away from his wife and children while he struggled through injury to win his 22nd grand slam title at the Australian Open
30/01/23 03:01Family might end up being the only thing that can stop tennis ace Novak Djokovic with the Serbian star admitting it is becoming harder to stay away from his wife and children for long periods
The perks of dating a billionaire! Madeline Holtznagel, 26, has great seats at the Australian Open men's final with her pub baron boyfriend Justin Hemmes, 50
30/01/23 01:53The 26-year-old joined her billionaire pub baron beau, 50, to watch Novak Djokovic's straight-sets victory over Stefanos Tsitsipas at Melbourne Park
Nick Kyrgios says Australia has 'created a monster' in Novak Djokovic: 'Soak it all in... a full-circle occasion'
30/01/23 01:43Australian Open champion Novak Djokovic has an opportunity to assert himself as the GOAT of tennis and Aussie star Nick Kyrgios reckons the Federal Government might be what inspires it
What drama? Pip Edwards attends the Australian Open with presenter Ben Waddell after her ex Michael Clarke's Noosa brawl with Karl Stefanovic
30/01/23 01:27The activewear designer, 40, was seen laughing and chatting to Ben as they sat in the crowd during the men's final
Stefanos Tsitipas's dad is blasted for 'disrespectful' act while Novak Djokovic praised his son and family after historic 10th Australian Open title win: 'It's just not tennis'
29/01/23 23:55Tsitsipas won plenty of fans as he proved himself a gracious loser by praising Novak Djokovic after losing to the superstar in straight sets - but fans aren't saying the same thing about his dad.
The sign Novak Djokovic's team KNEW he would win the Australian Open: Star had a jacket with a very pointed message ready to go straight after record 10th title victory
29/01/23 22:54Novak Djokovic won his 10th Australian Open title and equaled Rafael Nadal's record of 22 grand slam singles titles - and the Serbian ace's team had a jacket prepared for the occasion.
MIKE DICKSON: Novak Djokovic was more emotional than he's EVER been after winning a major title following his Australian Open triumph a year on from his deportation saga - it's surely a matter of time before he overtakes Rafael Nadal
29/01/23 22:33After climbing its wall to celebrate a 10th Australian Open title with his support team he fell, sobbing into his brother's arms. Then he collapsed on his back to the floor, his chest heaving and the tears still flowing.
Aussie model who made headlines when she went underwear free in a VERY daring dress on her wedding day covers up as she attends Australian Open with her new NBA star husband
29/01/23 21:40She stunned her wedding guests when she went underwear free under a wild skin-baring gown on her big day.
Novak Djokovic admits he was 'hurt' by his dad's absence at the Australian Open final as Serbian star reveals conversation that led to his father missing the decider after he was caught posing with Vladimir Putin supporters
29/01/23 15:59Novak Djokovic admits the most satisfying Grand Slam title win of his record-setting career was also tinged with sadness because his father wasn't in the stands at Rod Laver Arena.
MIKE DICKSON: Andy Murray rolled back the years, the Netflix curse came true and the remarkable Melbourne crowds impressed again... it truly was an Australian Open to remember
29/01/23 14:58MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: From Aryna Sabalenka's first Grand Slam to Novak Djokovic's record-equalling 22nd, there were memorable moments all throughout Melbourne.
'Aussie Cossack' hails Novak Djokovic's father for 'supporting the cause' of pro-Russian fans at the Australian Open... and claims demonstrators deliberately targeted Serb's matches in Melbourne to promote Russia's invasion of Ukraine
29/01/23 14:19A pro-Russia online commentator wanted by Australian police has claimed 'victory' for successfully infiltrating the Australian Open and promoting their nation's invasion of Ukraine.
Elena Rybakina SLAMS Pam Shriver's claims that her coach didn't show her respect during Australian Open final as 'fake news'... while Emma Raducanu's ex-mentor defends his colleague and demands apology from the US tennis legend
29/01/23 13:04MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: American legend Pam Shriver found herself embroiled in a row over coaching behaviour in the wake of the Australian Open women's final.
Novak Djokovic hails Australian Open triumph as 'the biggest victory of my life' as Serb wins TENTH record crown at Melbourne Park a year after being deported from Australia
29/01/23 12:41An emotional Novak Djokovic hailed his 10th Australian Open title as the biggest win of his career at the end of of the 'most difficult tournaments' he has ever played in.
Alex Pike shows off her ageless looks as she attends the Australian Open - after opening up about her split from AFL star Nathan Buckley
29/01/23 12:08Alex Pike is known for her enviable toned physique and her ageless visage.
From Deported to Dominant: Emotional Novak Djokovic equals Rafael Nadal's record of 22 Grand Slam titles as he wins TENTH Australian Open crown by beating Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-3, 7-6, 7-6
29/01/23 11:51MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: An emotional Novak Djokovic completed an extraordinary turnaround from the events of a year ago as he won his tenth Australian Open.
Tennis icon Billie Jean King is 'very upset' with Ash Barty for retiring early - as she opens up on why she exited the game at the wrong time
29/01/23 09:43Tennis great Billie Jean King has admitted Ashleigh Barty's sudden retirement last year left her 'upset' and insisted players should not bow out while at the top of their sports.
Model Kelly Gale ensures all eyes are on her as she dons sheer trousers while attending Australian Open alongside fiancé Joel Kinnaman
29/01/23 09:11Kelly Gale was turning heads on Sunday.
Novak Djokovic's father stays AWAY from Australian Open final following controversial pro-Russian celebrations...despite being allowed to attend the decider at Rod Laver Arena
29/01/23 09:02Novak Djokovic's father opted to stay away from the Australian Open final on Sunday, following his controversial interaction with Vladimir Putin supporters on Wednesday.
Stefanos Tsitsipas vs Novak Djokovic RECAP: Serbian shows his class to win in straight sets, 6-3, 7(4)-6, 7(5)-6, as he claims a record TENTH Australian Open... and his 22nd Grand Slam success
29/01/23 07:30Follow Sportsmail's live blog for the Australian Open final between Stefanos Tsitsipas and Novak Djokovic.
How Novak Djokovic got far and away the easiest run of ANY Australian Open star this year as 'unprecedented' favouritism for Serb superstar comes to light
29/01/23 05:50Serb superstar Novak Djokovic has stormed into his 10th Australian Open final without playing a single match in the day time - which may be a first for the tournament.
Australian Open boss explains why Novak Djokovic's dad escaped ban from watching son play men's final after being filmed in controversial pro-Russian celebration
29/01/23 05:08Tournament supremo Craig Tiley refused to bar Srdjan Djokovic from Melbourne Park when his son tries to win a record-equalling 22nd grand slam title on Sunday night.
Australian Open champ Aryna Sabalenka stuns as she poses with her trophy - and pinpoints the crucial decision that propelled her to grand slam glory
29/01/23 02:36The 24-year-old dazzled as she showed off her new silverware after her come-from-behind win at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday night - and revealed it wouldn't have happened but for one big choice.
Roger Federer sends fans into a frenzy after posting a snap with K-Pop sensation Blackpink - who have 52 MILLION Instagram followers - whilst at Paris Fashion Week which racks up almost a million likes on social media
29/01/23 01:15The tennis legend posted the picture on his Twitter and his Instagram, suggesting that his kids were fans of the South Korean girl band - who have more than 52million Instagram followers.
Novak Djokovic sends warning to rowdy Australian Open fans after it emerged his dad risked being BANNED from attending final over controversial pro-Russian celebrations
29/01/23 00:16The grand slam icon has already clashed with the crowd in Melbourne - at one stage getting some 'drunk' fans thrown out - and now he's instructed spectators on how to behave in the men's final.
How a tiny but important missing detail on the Australian Open trophy makes women's champ Aryna Sabalenka different from ALL previous champions at the Down Under grand slam
28/01/23 23:00Aryna Sabalenka wept tears of relief and joy after breaking through for her elusive maiden grand slam title over Elena Rybakina - but a tiny detail has been left off her Australian Open trophy.
History beckons if Novak Djokovic can shut out the noise after being rattled in Melbourne... only Stefanos Tsitsipas and his fans can stop the Serbian winning his 10th Australian Open win as he remains at the peak of his powers
28/01/23 22:30MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Stefanos Tsitsipas is so loved in this part of the world that the city's most famous Greek restaurant is selling food named after him at Melbourne Park.
Stefanos Tsitsipas' impressive run to the Australian Open final was sparked by a 'wake-up call' from world No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz, insists American tennis hero John McEnroe: 'There was a danger he was not going to be top tier'
28/01/23 21:21Stefanos Tsitsipas's stunning Australian Open form could have been inspired by the likes of Carlos Alcaraz and other young guns stealing his spotlight, according to John McEnroe.
Aryna Sabalenka hails Australian Open win as 'the best day of my life' as Belarusian reveals the secret behind her triumph at Melbourne Park
28/01/23 16:24Aryna Sabalenka described winning the Australian Open as the 'best day of my life' and conceded the victory was made even sweeter by her history of near-misses.
The fairytale is complete! Aussie underdogs Jason Kubler and Rinky Hijikata WIN Australian Open doubles as wildcard duo emulate Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis
28/01/23 14:11Jason Kubler and Rinky Hijikata have ensured an Australian Open trophy has remained in home hands, storming to a shock straight-sets win in the men's doubles final.
Tennis in tangle as 'neutral' Sabalenka wins her first Slam after battling back from a set down to beat Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina 4-6 6-3 6-4 in thrilling final at Melbourne Park
28/01/23 11:25MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: The tennis world's policy of allowing players from outlawed nations to carry on competing yielded its first 'neutral' champion at the Australian Open.
Pip Edwards delivers blistering message to ex Michael Clarke after brawl scandal and says she's focussing on her business and mental health: 'The carnival is over'
28/01/23 11:08Pip Edwards has officially bowed out of the high profile spat between ex-boyfriend Michael Clarke and his new girlfriend Jade Yarbrough.
Novak Djokovic's dad could be BANNED from attending Australian Open final following controversial pro-Russian celebrations...as Tennis Australia boss Craig Tiley insists Serb's father had 'no intention' to show support for Vladimir Putin
28/01/23 10:26A late decision will be made over whether to allow Novak Djokovic's father to attend Sunday's Australian Open final after interacting with Vladimir Putin supporters on Wednesday.
Alfie Hewett claims his SEVENTH Grand Slam title in wheelchair singles at the Australian Open as the Brit insists he would 'love to be the figurehead of the sport' - and targets a maiden Wimbledon title
28/01/23 09:43Englishman Alfie Hewett has claimed the seventh Grand Slam title of his career after dominating Tokito Oda in straight sets to win the men's wheelchair Australian Open in Melbourne.
Pip Edwards gets the last laugh as she beams in delight while putting in a fashionable appearance at Australian Open after ex Michael Clarke's brawl
28/01/23 09:19She was recently dragged into a high profile spat between ex-boyfriend Michael Clarke and his new girlfriend Jade Yaraborough.
Australian Open Women's final RECAP: Aryna Sabalenka roars back from a set down to beat Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina 4-6, 6-3, 6-4 and claim her first ever Grand Slam title... after passing up THREE championship points in nerve-wracking finale
28/01/23 07:32Aryna Sabalenka came from a set down against Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina to win the Australian Open and claim her first grand slam title in an enthralling encounter.
Fitness guru Pip Edwards goes head-to-head against sporting legend Ash Barty as they take to the tennis court
28/01/23 01:36Pip Edwards stepped onto the court with tennis great Ash Barty on Saturday at the Australian Open in Melbourne Park.
Team Janky? Team Kinky? The nicknames SHOT DOWN by Jason Kubler and Rinky Hijikata as they look to emulate the Special K's in Australian Open men's doubles final
27/01/23 23:32Local hopes Jason Kubler and Rinky Hijikata are loving the limelight ahead of the men's doubles final at the Australian Open - but there is one nickname the pair won't consider running with.
Ukraine star Marta Kostyuk says Wimbledon should NOT lift ban on Russian or Belarusian players this summer... as Australian Open final highlights dilemma for SW19 chiefs
27/01/23 22:31Tennis could be anointing its first 'neutral' champion in Saturday if Aryna Sabalenka imposes her power game to win the Australian Open. She is of a nationality whose name must not be spoken.
Rollercoaster ride of anxiety to the Australian Open final has Elena Rybakina ready to claim the throne left vacant by Aussie CHAMP Ash Barty
27/01/23 20:39Elena Rybakina felt all of the nerves when she claimed her first grand slam at Wimbledon, succeeding Ash Barty. Now she has chance to do the same thing in Australia, those nerves are gone
Novak Djokovic aims to make history when he faces Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Australian Open final: Everything to know, including start time, how to watch and the prize money on offer
27/01/23 15:39Novak Djokovic will be looking to make history this weekend when he goes head to head with Stefanos Tsitsipas in the Australian Open final.
'I don't want to be a one-hit wonder': America's new tennis hero Tommy Paul hails 'great two weeks' after run to Australian Open semifinals sees him reach world's top 20... but he insists he is now aiming even higher!
27/01/23 15:11American Tommy Paul's run to the semi-finals of the Australian Open will take him into the world's top 20 for the first time but the 25-year-old does not want to stop there, with his eyes now on the top 10.
Novak Djokovic bizarrely praises Stefanos Tsitsipas's HAIRSTYLE ahead of their Australian Open final... as nine-time champion sends his Greek rival an ominous warning
27/01/23 13:22Novak Djokovic has heaped warned his rival not to expect any favours as it will be 'all business' when the two meet in the Australian Open final on Sunday at the Rod Laver Arena.
Billionaire Bill Gates cuts a casual figure and blends in with the crowd as he catches tennis match between Novak Djokovic of and Tommy Paul during Australian Open in Melbourne
27/01/23 11:53Bill Gates was back attending another day of the Australian Open in Melbourne on Friday night.
Unstoppable Novak Djokovic storms into his TENTH Australian Open final with a straight-sets win over American Tommy Paul, as he blocks out ANOTHER row with the umpire and his dad staying away over his Russia antics to win
27/01/23 11:24MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: Occasionally agitated and rarely at his best, Novak Djokovic cruised into the Australian Open final to set up a meeting with Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Anthony Albanese enjoys a beer in the stands during Novak Djokovic's win over Tommy Paul at the Australian Open as Prime Minister REFUSES to weigh in on Vladimir Putin row with Serbian's father
27/01/23 11:08Anthony Albanese may be a self-confessed footy enthusiast, but he was in attendance as Novak Djokovic faced Tommy Paul in the semi-final of the Australian Open at the Rod Laver Arena.
Fabio Fognini shows off his TENNIS COURT themed toilet - minus the net - as the Italian doubles star brings his work home with him after crashing out of the Australian Open in the first round
27/01/23 10:29Despite crashing out of the Australian Open in the first round of the men's doubles alongside countryman Simone Bolelli last week, Fognini has kept his spirits high by conducting some home improvements.
Christian Wilkins looks dapper in baby blue Adidas suit as he joins bisexual Bachelorette star Brooke Blurton to celebrate Piper-Heidsieck and Australian Open's second Pride Day
27/01/23 09:55Christian Wilkins is known for his high fashion looks and the actor and socialite was turning heads on Friday.
It's MORE Novak drama! Djokovic has a row with umpire in his Australian Open semi-final over serve clock that started as he fetched a towel... and then taunts the booing crowd as he wins the first set
27/01/23 09:37The serve clock gives players a maximum of 25 seconds to hit a serve after the completion of the previous point. The clock begins as soon as the umpire calls the score.
Novak Djokovic vs Tommy Paul RECAP: Unstoppable Novak blasts his way to the Australian Open final as he blitzes the American hopeful 7-5, 6-1, 6-2, even after a wobble when he argued over serve clock and towels... and with his father staying away
27/01/23 07:44Novak Djokovic is bidding to reach yet another Australian Open final as he takes on American Tommy Paul in Melbourne on Friday. Join ADAM SHERGOLD for all the action live.
British success at the Australian Open as Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid win their fourth straight Melbourne wheelchair doubles title and 16th Slam as a pair with dominant win over Dutch duo Maikel Scheffers and Ruben Spaargaren
27/01/23 07:27The pair were beaten finalists at both Wimbledon and the US Open, ending a run of 10 successive slam titles, but they were dominant again here.
Stefanos Tsitsipas reaches Australian Open final after beating Karen Khachanov in four sets... with the 24-year-old overcoming the Russian in an enthralling semi-final encounter and he will now face Novak Djokovic on Sunday
27/01/23 07:09The 24-year-old - ranked No. 4 in the world - defeated his Russian opponent in just under three and a half hours and will play Novak Djokovic in Sunday's final.
'These things can't be left unseen': Last Ukrainian at the Australian Open speaks out on the HURT she felt from pro-Russian displays, Novak Djokovic's father - and fears of abuse from 'aggressive' fans
27/01/23 06:55Ukraine's last representative in the Australian Open has spoken of her hurt at the pro-Russian demonstrations that broke out at Melbourne Park
Novak Djokovic's father is NOT at Melbourne Park to support his son in Australian Open semi-final after video emerged showing support for Russia
27/01/23 06:30Novak Djokovic's father has pulled out of attending tonight's Australian Open semi-final in the wake of his controversial interaction with Vladimir Putin supporters on Wednesday
'Knock me down nine times, I get up 10': Coco Gauff comes out fighting after Australian Open semifinal doubles heartbreak alongside fellow American Jessica Pegula
27/01/23 06:20The American No. 2 seeds suffered a straight-sets 6-2, 7-6 (7) defeat by 10th seeds Shuko Aoyama and Ena Shibahara on Margaret Court Arena. Gauff took to Instagram to give her take.
Why killjoy officials told Victoria Azarenka to REMOVE the Paris Saint-Germain shirt the two-time Australian Open champion wore for her son
27/01/23 05:23Azarenka had been breaking Australian Open rules by wearing the PSG shirt in honour of her seven-year-old son Leo, but was ordered to more it in her semi-final. Here is the reason why:
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Luke Littler breaks down in tears as he reveals tragic loss of family friend in emotional post-match interview after devastating defeat
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Chelsea unveil Jadon Sancho at Stamford Bridge moments before Sunday's clash with Crystal Palace... after ex-Man United star seals Old Trafford exit
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Newcastle's Premier League clash against Tottenham DELAYED in the first half as linesman suffers 'random' injury and is replaced
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Sol Bamba's wife, Chloe, delivers heartbreaking statement on her husband's 'unfair fight' after ex-Cardiff and Leeds defender dies aged 39
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Danny Simpson keeps his Premier League medal after the ex-Leicester football star's first Misfits Boxing fight ends in a split draw
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Jamie Carragher left in hysterics at Old Trafford with ex-Liverpool man delighting in Gary Neville's ultimate commentator's curse
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Get your elbows out! McLaren boss Zak Brown reveals the secret recipe Lando Norris must follow if he is to snatch title glory from Max Verstappen
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Mikel Arteta reveals he was 'amazed' Declan Rice was sent off in Arsenal's draw with Brighton - but Fabian Hurzeler insists it was a'clear red'
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Serial prankster waves sex toy in face of Sky reporter on live deadline day coverage, forcing broadcast to halt and journalist to move location
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Unai Emery slams England for sending Morgan Rogers to the 'second team' after he was left out of senior squad and called up to the Under 21s
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Gary Lineker provides update on his Match of the Day future after Jermaine Jenas was sacked by the BBC over inappropriate behaviour allegations
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Southampton announce the £25m signing of Aaron Ramsdale from Arsenal, as the goalkeeper dresses up as Hagrid for his unveiling
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England fans laud Three Lions interim boss Lee Carsley for picking younger stars in his first squad - as they call on the FA to 'give him the permanent job'
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Kieran Trippier retires from England duty just hours before Lee Carsley names his first squad... leaving new interim boss with huge defensive dilemma
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Liverpool sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus in bargain deal worth up to £12.5m after Italy winger turned down more lucrative offers from elsewhere
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Patrice Evra admits he regrets 'crazy' video where he kisses, spanks and bites a RAW CHICKEN... as he explains bizarre social media post
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Arsenal confirm £33m signing of Mikel Merino from Real Sociedad - with the Spain international joining Mikel Arteta's side on a long-term deal
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EXCLUSIVEOasis will NOT play at Man City's Etihad Stadium next summer because of the ground's ongoing expansion
Another venue instead
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Revealed: Sven-Goran Eriksson's ultimate world XI which contains Kasper Schmeichel and a Ballon d'Or winner out of position
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Liverpool unveil third kit for the 2024-25 season - with Reds set to wear the strip for the first time at Old Trafford in huge clash with rivals Man United
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Lando Norris 'SPLITS from model girlfriend' Margarida Corceiro with the British F1 superstar now 'free and single' as he chases world title
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Sven-Goran Eriksson hailed as 'the master of football' and a 'gentleman' by the European papers - as they pay tribute to the former England boss
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'Private jet scheduled for Jadon Sancho to fly to Italy amid Juventus interest' but Serie A side only want a loan move for the Manchester United winger
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England legends Gary Lineker and Gary Neville lead tributes to former Three Lions manager Sven-Goran Eriksson following his death aged 76 after cancer battle
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Former Chelsea star John Obi Mikel responds after Blues striker Nicolas Jackson hit back at him for criticism following his goal against Wolves
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Premier League Darts champion Luke Littler is beaten by eight-year-old prodigy plucked from the crowd at an exhibition event
Noah shone bright
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Liverpool fans fear Trent Alexander-Arnold has ALREADY fallen out with Arne Slot - as defender seems to sulk after being subbed amid links to Real Madrid
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Raging fans shout 'F*** OFF' at Everton players as they board their train home after dismal 4-0 defeat at Tottenham... as Neal Maupay hits back
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Noni Madueke has the last laugh with Wolves fans after being booed following his 'Everything about this place is S***' social media post
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Alan Shearer slams 'awful decision' as VAR rule out stoppage time Bournemouth winner against Newcastle after controversial Dango Outtara handball
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Fans baffled as Floyd Mayweather seems to fire referee mid-fight in John Gotti III rematch
Mayweather had the referee ejected after the second round
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Paddy Power pay out on Everton to be RELEGATED just two games into the Premier League season - after Sean Dyche's side lose heavily again
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Chelsea winger Noni Madueke calls Wolverhampton 's***' on official Instagram page, before deleting and admitting he meant to post on private account
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Fans call West Ham's Tomas Soucek a 'hero' for intervening to help a Crystal Palace ball boy in danger after an LED screen collapses at Selhurst Park
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Logan Sargeant survives HORROR crash at Dutch Grand Prix as Williams driver is forced to jump out of his burning car after it burst into flames
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Munching on together! Leeds fan hilariously struggles to salvage his pie during wild celebrations for Dan James' second goal
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EXCLUSIVEShelton, 21, has the fastest serve in HISTORY and will be the face of American tennis for a decade
But he dreamed of a very different career
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Rodgers' bitter family feud takes huge new twist with New York Jets crowd revelation
It was revealed previously that they hadn't spoken for 10 years
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Gary Neville blasts Chelsea's 'ugly and plain wrong' approach of throwing players on the scrapheap as he insists the owners look TERRIBLE, not tough
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Jermaine Jenas admits sending inappropriate texts to women at BBC and says he has 'let myself down' as reveals his marriage is on the rocks
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Utah Jazz rookie Filipowski's mom opens up about estranged son, 20, and relationship with the 27-year-old woman accused of grooming him
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Backlash as artwork immortalizing Australian break dancer Raygun appears in the California desert
'She doesn't deserve recognition'
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Jake Paul reveals fight purse ahead of Tyson bout... but fans don't believe he's telling the truth over astronomical earnings
Quite the cash claim
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Atletico Madrid fans vandalise Joao Felix's plaque with litter at Metropolitano Stadium following the club-record signing's cut-price move to Chelsea
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Ilkay Gundogan lands in Manchester and meets Pep Guardiola at the City boss's restaurant as veteran club legend gets set to rejoin in free transfer
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Atletico Madrid CONFIRM £34m signing of Conor Gallagher from Chelsea - with a bizarre 'pitbull' graphic - as Joao Felix heads the other way for £42.7m
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Revealed: The bizarre reason new Chelsea signing Tosin Adarabioyo was initially left OUT of Blues' Europa Conference League squad
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Sven-Goran Eriksson gives poignant goodbye message as the terminally ill ex-England boss reveals how he wants Three Lions fans to remember him
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Conor Gallagher lands in Madrid for a second time this month as he finally looks to complete £35.8m move to Atletico with transfer saga nearing an end
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Boxing icon Oscar De La Hoya posts bizarre 'sexual boogie' video, wearing a thong with his girlfriend, before it is REMOVED by Instagram after complaints
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'Still time to delete it': Joao Felix and Lamine Yamal troll Barcelona and Spain star after he goes public online with his new model influencer girlfriend
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First transgender Paralympian, 50, breaks silence on criticism of her competing at Paris 2024 - and claims she will be a 'role model' at the Games
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Ralf Schumacher's ex-mother-in-law, 70, wades into 'lying' row with his ex-wife and says former F1 driver told her 'I'm definitely NOT gay'
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Jamie Carragher spots tactic he's 'never seen before' while analysing Arne Slot's new-look Liverpool... and it leaves co-pundit Gary Neville baffled
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Ex-Man United starlet Angel Gomes breaks silence after horror collision in Lille match saw him hospitalised with serious head injury
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EXCLUSIVEHow Erling Haaland got deadlier than ever by DJing in Marbella, feasting on potato dumplings and zoning out on a superyacht
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Ralf Schumacher calls his ex-wife a LIAR and leaks her WhatsApp chats after she claimed she 'wasted her best years' on Michael's former F1 star brother
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Never change, Jamie Vardy! Leicester striker trolls Tottenham fans for the club's lack of a Premier League title - before an X-rated spat with Cristian Romero
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Leicester pay heartwarming tribute to Craig Shakespeare ahead of Premier League return following former manager's death aged 60
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Meet the new WAGs of the Premier League: A Dutch model already welcomed by Old Trafford and a Beauty Pageant queen winner in Brighton
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Erling Haaland makes Marc Cucurella eat his words as the Man City star brushes off the Euro 2024 winner to score against Chelsea in Premier League
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Pep Guardiola reveals why he was surprised after Man City won 2-0 at Chelsea - as he describes the result as a 'big step' for his team
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Aussie UFC 305 star Casey O'Neill impersonates Olympic breakdancer Raygun as she wins fight in the Octagon before showing off her moves
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Mikel Arteta's patience is paying off after Kai Havertz and David Raya played pivotal roles for Arsenal in season-opening win over Wolves
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Antoine Semenyo papers over Bournemouth cracks as Cherries boss Andoni Iraola prepares to unleash £40.2m recruit Evanilson
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Danilo delivers an update to fans after suffering a horror injury just minutes into Nottingham Forest's Premier League opener against Bournemouth
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Newcastle vs Southampton CHAOS as defender Fabian Schar is sent off for headbutt after Ben Brereton Diaz threw himself to the floor
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Eric Cantona STORMS OFF punditry panel and embarks on another bizarre speech... but there IS a reason behind the Man United legend's actions
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Fans hail Ipswich supporter with a prosthetic leg for their 'brilliant' sense of humour after spotting hilarious name on his shirt
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Ed Sheeran reveals why he had to leave Ipswich vs Liverpool at HALF-TIME - with minority owner missing climactic stages of club's top-flight return
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Former Man United defender Phil Jones confirms he has RETIRED from professional football - as he announces his next role
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Bruno Fernandes APOLOGISES to Fantasy Football managers after missing two clear-cut chances in 1-0 win against Fulham in their opening game
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Joshua Zirkzee admits his match-winning Man United debut was a 'dream' come true as £36.5m striker comes off the bench to secure win
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Enzo Maresca reveals that FIFTEEN Chelsea stars are not training with the first-team, after their huge summer spending spree and 43-man squad
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Peter Schmeichel slams Luke Shaw after Man Utd left-back gets injured AGAIN leaving him on sidelines for first three Premier League matches
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Chelsea fans face being served 'PRISON FOOD' at Servette in Europa Conference League clash as images emerge of bleak meals at staggering prices
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Matthijs De Ligt's wife Annekee Molenaar posts loved-up photos with new Man United star at Old Trafford - as she beams with pride next to her £43m hubby
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Fans left in hysterics at Gary Neville's underwhelming attempts at motivational speaking as he answers clearing calls on results day
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Olympic champion boxer Imane Khelif shows off dramatic new feminine makeover after winning gold in Paris, where her failed gender tests sparked huge row
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Lamine Yamal is spotted leaving the hospital following a visit to his father after he was stabbed 'multiple times' on Wednesday night
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Jordan Henderson's Ajax win 25-minute long penalty shootout 13-12 after 34 spot-kicks in dramatic Europa League qualifier in Amsterdam
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A dream debut! Kylian Mbappe scores his first Real Madrid goal against Atalanta after Jude Bellingham's slick assist and lifts the UEFA Super Cup
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Major VAR change 'is BLOCKED by Premier League bosses' ahead of new season - as measure is absent from Howard Webb's six-point plan
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The 'zombie movie set' of a training ground hosting Man United: Red Devils return to old crumbling, neglected HQ 'The Cliff' for kit release video
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Rio Ferdinand hails Jude Bellingham as a 'class apart' after his 'magnificent' performance in Real Madrid's UEFA Super Cup win over Atalanta
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EXCLUSIVEOleksandr Usyk reveals what went down in THAT sixth round against Tyson Fury, why his mum wants him to quit boxing
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West Ham boss Julen Lopetegui responds to Danny Dyer's pep talk as he says they'll both have to work together to get the best out of Jarrod Bowen
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Team GB medalist Georgia Bell almost gave up on her athletics career before lockdown made her fall in love with running all over again
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Mikel Arteta hails the 'success' of Arsenal's pre-season after victory over Lyon... as Gunners boss provides an injury update on TWO defenders
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Man United agree settlement with Aaron Wan-Bissaka ahead of £15m move to West Ham - with full-back's exit to pave way for two Old Trafford arrivals
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Ex-Man United star Raphael Varane suffers NIGHTMARE debut for Como as defender leaves the pitch after just 20 minutes due to an injury
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Ollie Wood felt like a 'crash test dummy' after the Team GB star appeared to be HEADBUTTED by Dutch rider and crashed in men's madison final
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New Zealand high jumper Hamish Kerr goes viral after bailing out last minute and jumping UNDER the bar - before leaping to Olympic gold
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World's greatest marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge takes a TAXI to the finish line in Paris after he was forced to walk and then quit the race
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Rodri on the DJ decks and pop stars performing: Inside the 'family-friendly' parties that the world's best footballers can't get enough of
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Olympics fans are left in stitches as new video of viral breakdancer 'Raygun' in qualifying emerges - and ask 'how did she beat 14 others?'
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Not even Snoop Dogg could save breaking from falling flat on Olympic debut as Aussie becomes a global cult figure for all the wrong reasons
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'I am a woman': Victorious gender scandal boxer Imane Khelif takes aim at her 'bullies and enemies' after claiming Olympic gold with win over Yang Liu
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Pep Guardiola insists Man City are in no rush to sign new players despite Man United and Arsenal's transfer activity... and addresses what his side will do to replace Julian Alvarez
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Algeria's Imane Khelif credits 'eight years of work and no sleep' for winning Olympic boxing gold amid gender controversy
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Piers Morgan forced to delete social media post after gender row boxer Imane Khelif triumphs over China's Yang Liu to claim Olympic gold
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David de Gea 'agrees a one-year deal with Fiorentina' - as Spaniard looks to FINALLY end his search for a new club
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Noah Lyles' Olympic rival speaks out after Team USA star ran the 200m final with COVID - without telling his fellow sprinters
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Letsile Tebogo delivers savage verdict on 'arrogant' Noah Lyles after beating Team USA sprinter to win 200m gold at 2024 Olympics
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Phil Foden poses with social media star son Ronnie, five, in matching lemon outfits - just days after neighbours 'called police over late night children's party
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Thomas Muller declares himself an Olympic champion after his supporting role in a German gold medal triumph at Paris 2024
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Mikel Arteta insists Saka and Rice 'have to be ready' for start of the Premier League season as England stars return in friendly win over Bayer Leverkusen
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OnlyFans star Alysha Newman celebrates Olympic bronze by TWERKING to the crowd - as Canadian pole vaulter clears national record 4.85m
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Former Team USA gymnast Gabby Douglas slams Simone Biles comparisons and says she's tired of 'constantly being bullied' online
