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Judo federation backs Russia for Rio, hits out at 'Cold War'
AFP, Published on 22/07/2016
» PARIS - The International Judo Federation (IJF) on Thursday threw its support behind Russia's hopes of taking part in the Olympics despite the country facing a blanket ban over state-backed doping.
Henao aiming to deny friend Quintana Tour de France glory
AFP, Published on 17/07/2016
» MONTPELLIER (FRANCE) - When Sergio Henao arrived in Europe to pursue his professional cycling career, he shared a house with Nairo Quintana.
Woods inspiration for Aussie star Day
AFP, Published on 12/07/2016
» TROON (UNITED KINGDOM) - Ailing US golfing legend Tiger Woods may not be competing in this week's Open Championship but he is a regular source of advice for Australia's world number one Jason Day.
Wade ponders NBA options as Allen considers comeback
AFP, Published on 07/07/2016
» NEW YORK - Dwyane Wade, a three-time NBA champion with Miami, and Ray Allen, the NBA's all-time 3-point shooter who retired in 2014, were pondering moves to title contenders Wednesday.
Bale, Ronaldo will put friendship aside: Coleman
AFP, Published on 03/07/2016
» DINARD (FRANCE) - There will be no love lost between Real Madrid team-mates Gareth Bale and Cristiano Ronaldo when Wales face Portugal in Wednesday's Euro 2016 semi-final, Welsh manager Chris Coleman said on Sunday.
Old rivals Pele, Maradona end feud during exhibition match
AFP, Published on 09/06/2016
» PARIS - Diego Maradona hailed his old rival Pele as an "icon" as the pair were reunited for a "match of friendship" on Thursday.
Rugby coaches Jones and Cheika put friendship to the Test
AFP, Published on 08/06/2016
» SYDNEY - They are former club team-mates and kindred spirits, but coaches Michael Cheika and Eddie Jones are putting friendship on hold as they clash in Australia's intense Test series against England.
Germany seek path back to winning ways
Sports, Published on 08/06/2016
» PARIS: It is almost impossible to believe that a team with Thomas Mueller, Toni Kroos and Mesut Oezil look vulnerable but Germany will really have to live up to their reputation of raising their game for the big occasion at Euro 2016.
Hero, legend... villain? Ali's ugly feud with Frazier
AFP, Published on 05/06/2016
» LOS ANGELES - A beloved icon. A fighter who transcended his sport. A symbol of heroism, courage and defiance.
Muhammad Ali's other fight -- for civil rights
AFP, Published on 05/06/2016
» WASHINGTON - "I am America. I am the part you won't recognize. But get used to me -- black, confident, cocky," Muhammad Ali once said.