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Fonseca, 19, shows title credentials by backing up Djokovic win

Brazilian rising star Joao Fonseca showcased his title credentials by grinding out a four-set victory over two-time finalist Casper Ruud to book his place in the French Open quarter-finals. The 19-year-old, who had fought back from two sets down to win his previous two matches, proved his…

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No previous French Open champions left - who will seize chance?

Swiatek was bestowed the title of 'Queen of Clay' on her way to the rare feat of winning three consecutive Roland Garros titles between 2022 and 2024. But, after losing in the semi-finals last year, the fourth seed was beaten by Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk in the fourth round. Poland's Swiatek, whose…

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Australia World Cup 2026 team guide

This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network , a cooperation between some of the best media organisations from the 48 countries who qualified.

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Teenager Rafael Jódar comes from two sets down to set up Zverev quarter-final

This year’s French Open has been defined in many ways by the weather, an unprecedented week of searing heat wreaking havoc on and off the court. That trend came to an end in an instant on Sunday morning as the cool, damp conditions took over in Paris. Rain or shine, the rise of Rafael Jódar…

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Arsenal battle PSG for Villa's Rogers - Monday's gossip

Aston Villa winger Morgan Rogers is a target for Arsenal and PSG, Real Madrid's interest in Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice increases, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson wants Juventus move. Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has set his sights on Aston Villa 's England winger Morgan Rogers, 23, as he bids to…

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‘Nearly all’ Plymouth Women players will be let go after finding out by email

Plymouth Argyle have told the vast majority of their women’s first-team players their contracts will not be renewed this summer, the Guardian has learned, just weeks after they narrowly missed out on promotion to Women’s Super League 2. In an email sent to almost all of the senior squad,…

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GB's Burgin beats Wanyonyi to win Diamond League 800m

Great Britain's Max Burgin powered clear of a world-class field to win the 800m at the Diamond League meeting in Morocco. The 24-year-old crossed the line in one minute and 42.98 seconds, with fast-finishing Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi second (1:43.56). Victory at the Prince Moulay…

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Is SWPL momentum with Celtic after Scottish Cup win?

Celtic were perhaps surprise winners over Rangers, but whoever was going to prevail in the Women's Scottish Cup final on Saturday, a summer of turmoil was assured for all of the country's top five sides. Grant Scott's team lifted the trophy for a third time thanks to Morgan Cross's first-half goal…

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'One of the biggest of his career!' - Burgin wins 800m in 'special' race

Great Britain's Max Burgin wins a "special" 800m race at the Rabat Diamond League, ahead of Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi. READ MORE: Hodgkinson ready for 'battle of world records' in London 'One of the biggest of his career!' - Burgin wins 800m in 'special' race.

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PSG provide perfect illusion with a model of beauty in soft-power project | Barney Ronay

Re-enthroned Champions League-winning club should have always been this good but Qatar’s propaganda project is finally listening to an elite manager P aris est mythique .

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T20 Blast round-up: Lynn stars in Northants victory

Yorkshire fell to a 56-run defeat by the South Group's second-placed side Gloucestershire at Headingley despite Adam Lyth's knock of 97. D'Arcy Short's 82 from 50 balls led the way with the bat for Gloucestershire and he was supported by T20 debutant Joe Phillips, who contributed 42 as the…

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Goalkeeper tactical timeouts to be banned at World Cup

Players at the 2026 World Cup will be stopped from going to the technical area to talk to coaches when goalkeepers are injured.

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Virat Kohli hits winning runs as Royal Challengers Bengaluru retain IPL title

Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 75 and inspired bowling led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their second straight Indian Premier League title with a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans on Sunday. Bengaluru restricted Gujarat to 155 for eight, a total they chased down with 12 balls to spare after Kohli…

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Kohli inspires RCB to back-to-back IPL titles

Virat Kohli's imperious unbeaten 75 helped Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League final which secured back-to-back titles. RCB restricted Gujarat to 155-8, a total they chased down with 12 balls to spare after Kohli reached his fifth…

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Man City's future looks bright - and Shaw's role is key

Manchester City's domestic double is the start of what they hope will be a hugely successful period for the club - and Khadija Shaw is at the centre of it. For weeks, Shaw's name has dominated the news with her future looking certain to be away from City. However, on Monday, in front of 19,000…

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Manchester City’s Khadija Shaw praised for focus after goal sets up Double glory

The Manchester City head coach, Andrée Jeglertz, heaped praise on his side’s prolific striker Khadija Shaw for not allowing speculation about her future to hinder her performances, after she continued her fine goalscoring form with the opening goal at Wembley to help her side complete the Double…

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Vingegaard seals Giro to add to Tour and Vuelta wins

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard has become the eighth rider to win all three of the men's Grand Tours by securing the Giro d'Italia in Rome. The Visma-Lease a Bike rider, 29, adds his Giro win to last year's Vuelta a Espana and the 2022 and 2023 Tours de France. Vingegaard's overall winning margin was…

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Exeter stun Leicester to set up Prem play-off drama

Andrea Zambonin's late try helped to lift Exeter Chiefs back into the Prem play-off places as they won 35-26 against third-placed Leicester Tigers at Mattioli Woods Welford Road. Olly Woodburn's early try was cancelled out by Leicester debutant George Pearson as Orlando Bailey kicked three…

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Vingegaard seals Giro d’Italia and is eighth cyclist to complete Grand Tour set

Jonas Vingegaard completed his Giro d’Italia triumph, securing the first part of a coveted Grand Tour double in a procession finale around Rome won by the home hero Jonathan Milan.

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Ice, Ice Baby and 'start of a new era' - best of Arsenal parade

For the first time in 22 years, Arsenal are the Premier League champions - and the players, staff and fans got to celebrate on Sunday with an incredible bus parade through the streets of north London. With hundreds of thousands of people lining the streets, Arsenal 's men's and women's sides took…

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Stick or twist for Arteta - how do Arsenal take next step?

Arsenal reporter in Budapest Arsenal are fresh from Champions League final heartbreak but there is no time to wallow. Sunday's Premier League title celebrations in north London may have refocused minds on next season's missions, when they will aim to stay at the top of the English game and go a…

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Olly Woodburn double stuns Leicester as Exeter end Tigers’ unbeaten run at home

Exeter became the first away side to win in the league at Welford Road in 14 months as two tries from the veteran full-back Olly Woodburn delivered a terrific win for the Chiefs. In material terms the win made little difference to Exeter – they still need to beat Saracens at home in their final…

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Liverpool to open formal talks with Iraola

Liverpool will open formal talks with Andoni Iraola this week over becoming their new head coach.

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Konate expresses sadness over Liverpool exit

France defender Ibrahima Konate is "deeply saddened" he was unable to say goodbye to Liverpool supporters after confirmation he will leave the club this summer. Konate, 27, joined Liverpool from RB Leipzig in 2021 for £35m on a five-year contract and had previously been in talks to extend his stay…

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