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Bethell’s Record Opening Partnership Powers England’s Series-Decider Dominance
Jacob Bethell came agonisingly close to a century, compiling 91 runs from 93 deliveries whilst forging a record-breaking opening partnership of 192 with Ben Duckett in England’s third One Day International against India
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Patience, power, perfection – Duckett’s record-breaking innings
Ben Duckett produced a record-breaking innings of 141 for England against India in the third and final One Day International at Lord’s, setting a new record for the highest score by any men’s batter in an ODI at the ground. His innings surpassed a mark that had stood for exactly half a century, underlining the…
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Tsitsipas claims first ATP title in 16 months
Stefanos Tsitsipas has ended a 16-month title drought by winning the Swiss Open in Gstaad, beating Belgian Raphael Collignon in the final. The victory marks the Greek’s 13th ATP title and will lift him from world number 85 to 55 in Monday’s rankings, offering a significant boost after a difficult stretch since his last triumph.…
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GB’s Shriever makes history with fourth world title as extreme weather halts final
Britain’s Bethany Shriever won her fourth elite world title at the UCI BMX Racing World Championships after high winds forced organisers to abandon the final on day two of competition. The result marks a historic achievement for the British rider, extending her record of success at the sport’s top level even though the deciding race…
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I am once again begging the folks in USC’s athletic department to study some Greek literature
An OutKick opinion column criticises the University of Southern California’s athletic department, arguing its staff should be more familiar with Greek literature. The piece is framed as a repeated complaint, suggesting this is not the first time the writer has raised the issue, though the article text provided cuts off before detailing the specific incident…
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BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Nicky Campbell causes outrage among staff after repeatedly using term ‘p***ter’ in work meeting
The journalist, 65, who has worked for the broadcaster for nearly 40 years, reportedly used the outdated homophobic slur multiple times during a meeting last week.
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Sheffield crime, cladding and the Tate brothers’ arrest dominate today’s briefing
Andrew and Tristan Tate were arrested in Miami amid a UK extradition bid, Sheffield’s Niche nightclub murder remains unsolved after 28 years, and City Lofts is set for fire-safety renovation.
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Room for improvement but Scotland heading in right direction
After wins against Argentina and Fiji and a loss against South Africa, Tom English reviews a productive summer for Scotland in the Nations Championship.
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How the World Cup has affected your Premier League team
Once the trophy is lifted by either Spain or Argentina in New Jersey on Sunday night, attention will shift from the 2026 World Cup to the upcoming domestic season.
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Football Daily | Give it up for Vozinha, Spence and the 2026 World Cup’s cult heroes
The Guardian’s Football Daily newsletter rounds up the World Cup’s “cult heroes” – unlikely or eccentric figures who have captured attention during the tournament, from veteran goalkeepers to a referee, a toddler and even a television pundit’s anecdote. The piece is a light-hearted, subjective celebration rather than hard news, reflecting on memorable moments that have…