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WNBA’s Brittney Griner files for divorce years after Russian imprisonment
WNBA player Brittney Griner has filed for divorce from her wife, Cherelle Griner, several years after her imprisonment in Russia. The development marks a significant personal change for Griner following a period in which her detention and release drew international attention. The supplied article text does not provide further details about the divorce filing, including…
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McAidoo ‘the kind of winger I love’ – Maresca
Manchester City teenager Ryan McAidoo impressed new manager Enzo Maresca despite City losing a pre-season friendly against Inter Milan on penalties in Hong Kong. Maresca praised the 18-year-old’s aggressive, direct wing play and decision-making, suggesting he could earn opportunities if he continues to develop well. McAidoo came on at half-time, hit the post and sent…
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Faster, faster: Iraola in a rush to plug Liverpool gaps before Premier League starts
Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola is working urgently to prepare his side for the Premier League season, with the club’s pre-season programme disrupted by player absences and injuries. Defensive shortages are especially concerning, leaving Iraola needing both quick solutions in training and possible transfer-market cover before the campaign starts in three weeks. Eight first-team players…
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There can be no letup. Humiliated Infantino must stand down at Fifa or be removed | Nick Ames
The article argues that Gianni Infantino should resign as Fifa president or be removed, following the collapse of his proposal to sell parts of the World Cup to private investors. Its author says Uefa’s reported call for a boycott and declaration of no confidence should begin a broader effort to force him out, claiming that…
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UEFA hails FIFA private equity reversal, calls for review: ‘No option should be off the table’
The article text was unavailable, so its contents cannot be independently summarised. Based on the headline alone, UEFA welcomed FIFA’s apparent decision to reverse a private-equity plan and called for a broader review in which “no option should be off the table”. This suggests a dispute over how football’s major competitions or commercial rights should…
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From Love Island to Commonwealth gold for McConnell
Jon McConnell won Commonwealth gold for Northern Ireland in the men’s 70kg boxing final, defeating Wales’ Orlando Holley-Sotomi by split decision in Glasgow. The 23-year-old had chosen the Games over a possible appearance on Love Island, and said the medal justified that decision as he looks to progress further in boxing. McConnell recovered after a…
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Mudryk Chelsea return will take time – Alonso
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says Mykhailo Mudryk’s return to the squad will require patience after the winger’s anti-doping case was resolved. Mudryk will join the club’s pre-season tour in Hong Kong, but Alonso said it is too soon to assess his fitness or readiness for competitive football after a lengthy absence. The 25-year-old has not…
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The ‘greatest in the world’ with an Olympic dream for Team GB
New York Yankees star Jazz Chisholm Jr could represent Team GB in baseball at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, provided Britain qualifies and he obtains British citizenship. The Bahamas-born player has already captained Great Britain in the World Baseball Classic, and his potential involvement would raise the profile and competitiveness of the British side. Chisholm,…
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Wales winger Congreve to leave Swansea for Westerlo
Swansea City winger Cameron Congreve is set to join Belgian top-flight club Westerlo for a seven-figure fee. The move ends the 22-year-old Wales international’s long association with Swansea, where he joined the academy at under-nine level, and reflects the club’s willingness to sell emerging talent despite expectations he could challenge for a first-team place next…
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Bournemouth sign Portugal defender Silva
Bournemouth have signed Portugal centre-back Antonio Silva from Benfica in a deal worth up to £25.7m. The 22-year-old is intended to replace Marcos Senesi, who joined Tottenham on a free transfer, and represents a significant investment as the club seek greater stability under new manager Marco Rose. Bournemouth will pay an initial £21.4m, with up…