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07/23/2024

Swifties hail Travis Kelce's dad after brutal response to Taylor Swift's stalker being arrested

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Travis Kelce's dad Ed has been lauded by Taylor Swift fans for his brutal response to the news that her stalker has been arrested by police.
An American man who made threats against both Swift and boyfriend Kelce on social media was detained ahead of her first Eras Tour show in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, last week.
The suspected stalker was 'taken into custody at the entry control point to the venue before the concert' on Wednesday, according to USA Today, after 'initial investigations could not rule out that he posed a threat.

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07/23/2024

Legendary US rapper Snoop Dogg to carry Olympic torch through the streets of Paris ahead of the opening ceremony

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A legendary US rapper will be a torchbearer at the Paris Olympics ahead of the opening ceremony.
The opening ceremony will take place on Friday, with over 10,000 athletes gathering on boats on the Seine River.
Beforehand, though, rapper Snoop Dogg will carry a torch through Paris suburb Saint-Denis, their mayor confirmed on X. Snoop Dogg, whose real name is Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., will perform the honor on Friday, with French actress Laetitia Casta and French rapper MC Solaar carrying the torch as well.

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07/23/2024

'Petty' women's basketball was 'not ready' for Caitlin Clark, insists Colin Cowherd as he criticizes her Olympics snub

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FS1's Colin Cowherd labelled women's basketball 'petty' for Caitlin Clark's Olympic snub following the rookie's performance during the WNBA All-Star game. Over the weekend the No 1 overall pick showed her prowess once more as she led the WNBA All-Stars past the USA team she was shunned out of for the Paris games. Behind the 117-109 win in Phoenix, Cowherd went on record and likened women's hoops to men's soccer in the United States.

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07/23/2024

Transfer News RECAP: Latest news including Calafiori to Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund target Man City defender, and West Ham chase Crycensio Summerville

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Goodbye!Sorry guys, but it's time for me to head home.
I know, it's a shame, but don't worry we will be back with all the latest transfer news tomorrow. You won't miss a trick.
There were no major signings to report today, but a few are certainly getting closer, so keep an eye out.
Right, I'm going to shoot. Goodbye.
15:35Where Arsenal need to strengthen?This is a question I have seen pop up everywhere of late?

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07/23/2024

League One club Reading tease club event by posting bizarre clip - with some fans on social media calling the video 'CRAZY'

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League One side Reading have teased a pre-season social event by posting a crazy clip of a man being hit by a bus before casually walking away.
The Berkshire club finished 2023/24, their first season back in the third tier, nine points clear of the drop, despite a series of points deductions.
The Royals will begin the new League One campaign on August 10 with a trip to Birmingham City, who were relegated from the Championship last year.

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07/23/2024

Moment former NFL star Terrell Davis is handcuffed and escorted off flight by FBI agents is shown in new video - after he slammed United Airlines for 'disgusting display of injustice'

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Video has emerged of the moment former NFL star Terrell Davis was handcuffed and escorted off of a United Airlines flight in a 'disgusting display of injustice.'
Davis was aboard a flight with his wife and children that had just landed in Orange County from Denver when he was placed into custody by federal agents. And a clip from Parker Stinar of Davis' legal team at Stinar Gould Grieco & Hensley shows Davis - dressed in a white hoodie and gray baseball cap - being escorted off the flight.

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07/23/2024

When do the Paris 2024 Olympics really start? Tuning in on the official start date means you will miss the beginning of four sporting events

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According to Google, some of the most reliable sources and even the International Olympic Committee (IOC) themselves the official start date for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is Friday, July 26.
There is truth to this statement as the Opening Ceremony which commemorates the start of the Summer Games is scheduled to take place on Friday.
However since the Olympic schedule is jam-packed, it is quite difficult to come up with a timetable which squeezes all 32 sporting events into the tight 16-day schedule, so the Olympics have come up with a solution.

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07/23/2024

Footballer Alex Fletcher retires at just 25 having tried to restart career after emergency brain surgery following horrific collision with advertising hoarding

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Striker Alex Fletcher has retired from football at the age of 25 after he crashed into concrete advertising hoardings during a match, leaving him in a coma.
The Weston-super-Mare forward returned to action last August nine months after the horrific incident which occurred while playing for Bath City in a National League South game against Dulwich Hamlet in November 2022. The footballer required emergency surgery before embarking on the long process of relearning to walk.

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07/23/2024

Former Arsenal star shows off his incredible lawn on Instagram page 'The Lawn Lad' just one year after quitting football at 32 to pursue a career in gardening

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A former Arsenal star has shown off his incredible lawn just a year after quitting football at the age of 32 to pursue a career in gardening.
The former Gunner and England Under-21 international, now 33, hung up his boots at the end of the 2022-23 season after helping Luton Town to promotion to the Premier League.
After leaving Luton, instead of looking for a new team, he took up a new career, which involved his passion for grass, showing off his work on his Instagram page 'The Lawn Lad'.

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07/23/2024

Tiger Woods exposes his gruesome leg scars from life-threatening car crash as he watches son Charlie play golf

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A photo has emerged of Tiger Woods without a leg sleeve after his car crash three years ago.
The legendary golfer suffered 'horror' crash in Los Angeles in 2021 that left him with a shattered right leg and doubts hanging over whether he will be able to play golf again.
Now fit and back playing, however, Woods was snapped without a cover on his right leg, which he broke in the crash, revealing the extent of the injury he suffered.

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07/23/2024

Foes to friends: Inside Virgil Van Dijk and Kevin De Bruyne's surprising friendship which grew from their shared love for a Grammy award winning DJ

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It may come as a surprise to many football fans to learn that Virgil Van Dijk and Kevin De Bruyne share a close friendship despite being rivals on the pitch. The Manchester City midfield maestro and Liverpool captain appear to be the best of friends this summer in Spin even though the pair have never played alongside one another or haven't had a clear opportunity to build a relationship.

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07/23/2024

Russia's war has killed 462 Ukrainian athletes and coaches. How DARE the Olympics let in Vladimir Putin's pariah state, writes IAN HERBERT

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He was born on the same day as our youngest and could have been my child, or yours. A young man of abundant optimism who found a calling in sport, pursued it around athletics venues across eastern Europe and, had events taken a different course, would have been walking into the Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony as a competitor, on Friday.
He was Volodymyr Androshchuk, from Suslivtsi, a village of wheat, soya and barley fields in western Ukraine, and he seemed destined for the agricultural life until one of his junior schoolteachers was struck by his speed and pointed him in the direction of athletics club in the nearby town of Letychiv.

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07/23/2024

How Team GB have turned a high school into their performance lodge - complete with private barista, poo tests and in-house WEATHERWOMAN - ahead of the Paris Olympics

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At A school around the corner from the global HQ of L’Oreal, Team GB are showing their stars they are worth it.
Great Britain have taken over Lycée René Auffray high school in Clichy, a short 15-minute drive from the Olympic village, for the duration of the Games. And they have converted it into a performance lodge to cater for all of the needs of their athletes - a ‘one-stop shop’ for them to eat, sleep, train and see friends and family.

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07/23/2024

The real reason seats at Anfield have been covered up after Liverpool fans thought Trent Alexander-Arnold could be signing a new contract

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Liverpool fans have been desperate to hear of some transfer activity at the club after very few developments in the transfer market, but have been dealt a blow after optimistic supporters believed Trent Alexander-Arnold was set to sign a new deal.
Arne Slot's start to life as Liverpool manager has been somewhat underwhelming with the club yet to sign any new recruits in the summer transfer window.
Jurgen Klopp's departure at the end of last season means a new dawn is being welcomed in at Anfield as the Reds look to compete amongst Europe's elite in the Champions League and Premier League in the coming months.

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07/23/2024

Signs former 'attention bandit' Heidi Klum has been eclipsed by 'power-grabbing' Sofia Vergara on America's Got Talent

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SOFIA Vergara’s performance as Netflix’s Griselda has seen her amass plenty of recognition in Hollywood.
According to a body language expert, the AGT judge’s days in reality TV could be numbered since she’s been seen “punching down on” and “demoting” Heidi Klum on the entertainment show.
A body language expert said Sofia Vergara has become the dominant judge during America’s Got Talent season 19Instagram/AGTInstagram/AGTJudi James told The U.S. Sun that supermodel Heidi Klum has been getting brief moments on camera compared to Sofia[/caption]Heidi, 51, shared a clip on Instagram on Thursday showing the AGT judges posing on set at their desk.

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07/23/2024

Jurrien Timber is using fellow Dutchman Max Verstappen as inspiration after battling back from a serious knee injury - as defender looks to stake a claim in Arsenal's backline ahead of new season

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Jurrien Timber is channelling Max Verstappen’s winning mentality as an inspiration after putting his injury heartache behind him to stake a claim in Arsenal’s backline.
The defender, who has featured in an inverted full-back role under Mikel Arteta, returned to the field in April after a torrid eight months out with an ACL injury.
After a strong showing in last year’s pre-season tour, Timber is looking to kick on again in the US — and has noted the fortitude of fellow Dutchman Verstappen, who has taken Formula One by storm.

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07/23/2024

Dallas Cowboys' season-opening press conference is delayed as owner and GM Jerry Jones testifies in paternity counter lawsuit

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The Dallas' Cowboys first press conference of training camp was postponed because team owner and general manager Jerry Jones was testifying in a legal battle with a 27-year-old woman who claims to be his biological child, ESPN reported Monday.
Alexandra Davis filed a paternity lawsuit against the billionaire in 2022. He has since countersued, claiming her filing broke a contract signed by Davis' mother on her behalf in 1998.

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07/23/2024

Ukraine No 1 tennis star Marta Kostyuk poses topless in a white skirt for Vogue ahead of Paris Olympics... as she is joined by team-mates who will also feature at the Games

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Tennis star Marta Kostyuk has posed topless in a recent edition of Vogue Ukraine ahead of her participation at this summer's Paris Olympics. The 22-year-old is among a number of Ukrainian athletes included in the magazine, which includes star who are preparing for the Games which start on Friday, as well as the Paralympics which get underway on August 28. Vogue Ukraine said the edition celebrates 'legendary athletes and new stars of national sports'.

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07/23/2024

WNBA legend hails Caitlin Clark as 'best passer in the league' amid star rookie's Olympic snub

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Caitlin Clark is already the best passer in the WNBA just a few months into her rookie season with the Indiana Fever, says Hall of Famer Rebecca Lobo.
Clark, who arrived in the big leagues with a stellar reputation following her record-breaking college career with Iowa, is more than justifying the hype after being selected by Indiana with the first overall pick at this year's WNBA draft.
The 22-year-old is averaging the most assists per game with 8.

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07/23/2024

Simone Biles gives behind-the-scenes glimpse into Paris Olympic village and USA's Ralph Lauren uniforms

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Simone Biles has provided fans with a behind-the-scenes look at the Olympic village ahead of the games starting later this week.
The world-famous gymnast has seemingly made herself at home in her room, as she posted a picture to her Instagram story showing a plush toy on her bed and her shoes and clothes organized.
Biles' bed was also made with a USA Olympic blanket on top and a Paris 2024 blanket underneath.

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07/23/2024

Wayne Rooney's footballer son Kai, 14, wows fans in training video as they claim he 'learnt from his dad' - and call for him to join Man United's first team!

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Wayne Rooney's son, Kai, has wowed fans with a training video as he showed off his technique in a social media video.
The 14-year-old, who was born in 2009 when dad Wayne was arguably at the peak of his powers at Manchester United, could be seen performing a number of drills in a TikTok shared by 'RH Elite Coaching'.
He was snapped showing off good ball control after receiving a pass and firing into the bottom corner with his left foot - a contrast to his dad's right.

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07/23/2024

LeBron James remains the No 1 option at 39, injured KevinDurant will go to the Olympics and concerning times for Tyrese Haliburton - FIVE THINGS WE LEARNED from Team USA's 92-88 win over Germany

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Team USA's final preparations for the Paris Olympics concluded with a narrow 92-88 warm-up win over Germany at the O2 Arena in London.
LeBron James came up clutch for the gold-medal favourites as they avoided a shock defeat to the world champions on Monday night.
But Team USA still had some obstacles to overcome, as Kevin Durant is still absent for Steve Kerr.
And there was some issues on the offensive end as they continued to build chemistry on the court.

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07/23/2024

Angel Reese plots Olympic future with Caitlin Clark after they put rivalry aside to win WNBA All-Star game following Team USA snubs

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Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark were WNBA All-Star teammates last weekend - and Reese is plotting a reunion with her rival at the next Olympics.
Both players were left off of this summer's Team USA roster, but combined to good effect vs. the Olympians as the All-Star squad won 117-109.
And while Reese and Clark have famously had their share of clashes, the former enjoyed teaming up with the Indiana Fever star on Saturday and hopes they can do so for Team USA in 2028.

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07/23/2024

Liverpool name 28-man squad for USA tour with 11 first-team players missing - with Arne Slot left to heavily rely on youth for his first pre-season friendlies against Man United and Arsenal

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Liverpool have named their squad for their pre-season tour of the USA.
The Reds will take in friendlies against Real Betis, Arsenal, and Manchester United across the pond after flying from Manchester Airport. Arne Slot will be looking for a response from his squad after suffering a 1-0 defeat by Preston in his first match, a friendly behind closed doors. Yet the Dutchman has had to name a youthful 28-man squad with 11 senior players missing due to their holidays.

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07/23/2024

Mikel Arteta claims Arsenal are 'short' and can improve 'every area' of their squad this summer - so where do the Gunners need to strengthen in and who could they buy?

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Over the past two seasons, Arsenal and Mikel Arteta have given Pep Guardiola plenty of sleepless nights.
While the Manchester City boss may have led his side to a record-breaking four Premier League titles in a row, it hasn't been without drama, with the Gunners pushing them right to the limits.
Yet, on both occasions, costly defeats during the run-in have let Arsenal down and they have ultimately fallen short.

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07/23/2024

PSG 'dealt major blow in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen after refusing to pay his £113m release clause'... as the Napoli star 'remains open' to Saudi Pro League move

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PSG have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Victor Osimhen, according to a report.
The French champions have been working on a move for the Napoli forward, who has his heart set on leaving Napoli but is yet to have had a bid for his services accepted by the Italian club.
Chelsea and Arsenal - both in need of attacking firepower - had both been interested in snapping up the 25-year-old centre forward, with Enzo Maresca's side having been heavily linked with a move for the forward.

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07/23/2024

UFC 304: Date, UK start time, how to watch and undercard as Leon Edwards vs Belal Muhammad and Tom Aspinall vs Curtis Blaydes headline co-main event as Paddy Pimblett returns

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UFC returns to the UK this Saturday as homegrown fighters Tom Aspinall and Leon Edwards feature in the two Co-Main events on the night.
Despite the event featuring two Englishmen, the events start time has left UK fans bewildered as it appears the timings have been tailored for the US audience.
Leon 'Rocky' Edwards is set to defend his welterweight title against former rival Belal Muhammad after the pair first met in 2021.

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07/23/2024

Transfer News LIVE: Latest news including Calafiori to Arsenal, Borussia Dortmund target Man City defender, and West Ham chase Crycensio Summerville

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12:27Palace 'agree personal terms with Sarr' This is moving very fast...
Less than an hour ago, we shared that Crystal Palace were in the hunt for Marseille's Ismaila Sarr.
Well, it seems things are moving at speed.
It has been reported that Sarr has now agreed personal terms with Palace over the transfer.
Now it's time for the teams to have it out over the fee.
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07/23/2024

Meet the university professor who is changing the science of goalkeeping with her virtual reality game CleanSheet - which can put you in the position to save a Cristiano Ronaldo free-kick in your own living room

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The science of goalkeeping is an intricate art. Top-level shot-stoppers must be brave, have excellent reactions and an anticipation that is second to none.
But how do you train these skills to become a better goalkeeper? While players can't always step out onto the training pitch to be tested by the best strikers in the game, Professor Cathy Craig, a world-renowned researcher in movement science from Northern Ireland, may have one answer as to how goalkeepers can hone their skills away from the training pitch - and it comes in form of her virtual reality game CleanSheet.

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07/23/2024

Olympics: Perry Baker's NFL career was ruined by injury but now he can end USA's 100 years of rugby hurt at the Olympics... and explains why Louis Rees-Zammit faces a tougher swap with the Chiefs

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In 2011, Perry Baker achieved a lifelong dream. He’d made it to the NFL after being signed by the Philadelphia Eagles.
Flash forward two years, and the receiver, who had been on the verge of fame and riches, was sleeping in his truck and working as a pest control employee.
But now, another decade-long jump later, and the 38-year-old is gearing up for his third Olympics. No, not as an NFL player - flag football won’t make its return until 2028 - but rather as a two-time World Rugby Sevens Player of the Year.

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