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David Squires on … Jim Ratcliffe lamenting the decline of once-mighty empires
Our cartoonist on Manchester United’s billionaire joint-owner showing a startling lack of self-awarenessBuy a cartoon | Some of David’s favourite worksAnd his latest book, Chaos in the Box: get it now Continue reading...
Mandhana stars as women's T20 brings India's first gold of Nagoya Games
NAGOYA, Japan, Sept 22 - India secured their first gold of the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games on Tuesday, with the women's team crushing Sri Lanka by 147 runs to retain their cricket Twenty20 title in dominant fashion.
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The Breakdown | The Prem at 30: are all the fights and mistakes out of the way?
English club rugby enters its fourth decade determined to meet its challenges with more high-profile investment deals and expansionIt has taken a while but the penny finally seems to be dropping with those in charge of English club rugby. Perhaps it is simply maturity striking as the professional cl
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7 outrageous Sir Jim Ratcliffe statements after Gary Lineker's attack on Man Utd owner
Manchester United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is no stranger to making headlines, and his unapologetic and outspoken personality has often sparked controversy
Two North Korea members of Asian Games seek asylum in Japan, report says
Their identities and positions within the delegation were not disclosed.
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Jockeys to wear black armbands on Tuesday after death of popular ex-rider
John Lowe, a former ‘Cock O’ The North’ who rode over 2,000 winners worldwide, died in hospital in Australia after suffering a stroke aged 75
Seraph Gabriel close to winning
Bourbon King to go back-to-back
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Inside the rise of Ezri Konsa and why World Cup star can inspire England's next generation
EXCLUSIVE: Ezri Konsa has grown into one of England's most dependable figures and impressed at the World Cup after working his way up through the ranks from his Charlton Athletic days
Red Bull’s Isack Hadjar to make racing return at Azerbaijan Grand Prix
He missed the Dutch, Italian and Spanish grands prix.
Gan Ching Hwee finishes second in 400m freestyle, wins second Asian Games medal
The 23-year-old clinched a silver in the women’s 1,500m freestyle final on Sept 20.
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Henry Pollock saga ends after player signs ‘multi-year’ deal to stay at Northampton
‘I’m happy. It’s an exciting place to be right now’Prem champions have moved to tie down huge assetEngland back row Henry Pollock has signed a bumper new contract with Northampton. The 21-year-old has agreed a “multi-year” deal, the Prem champions announced on Tuesday morning.“I’m massively happy to
Springboks make 13 changes for Australia test in Perth
Sept 22 - South Africa have made 13 changes to their starting XV for the one-off test against Australia in Perth on Sunday, including a return to flyhalf for double World Cup winner Handre Pollard.
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Wayne Rooney 'to demand retraction' from England team-mate's book over drinking claim
Wayne Rooney has been less than impressed with a story which was shared in a new book from one of his former England team-mates
South Korea team condemn Asian Games organisers over logistical ‘shortcomings’
South Korea’s Lee Sang-hyun said his delegation had requested a meeting with senior Games officials.
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‘Have some humanity’: Diogo Jota chants at Rúben Neves a wake-up call for Saudi Arabia
With added coverage comes added scrutiny and there is a feeling that the league was too lenient when punishing chants about the late Portugal forwardThe good thing about Cristiano Ronaldo playing in your league is that he is one of the most famous footballers ever and when he scores a great goal or
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England fast bowler Wood retires from internationals
England fast bowler Mark Wood announces his retirement from international cricket with immediate effect.
Vulnerable residents feeling 'distress' as Mildura power outage drags on
A Victorian residential services provider is pushing for "more structured support mechanisms" for vulnerable people during prolonged power outages as thousands in Mildura head towards a third day without electricity.
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Argentina star makes Lionel Messi vow ahead of Ballon d'Or - 'Not a big deal'
Lionel Messi is among this year's Ballon d'Or nominees and has his fellow Argentines backing him to win the award for a ninth time, with Alexis Mac Allister giving an insight into his mindset
US attacks Australia's 'opt-out' algorithm law in rare intervention
The Trump administration has made an extraordinary public intervention into Australia's debate about its proposed digital duty of care.