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Djokovic and Alcaraz close in on French Open semi-final showdown
AFP, Published on 06/06/2023
» PARIS: Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz have a chance on Tuesday to set up a blockbuster French Open semi-final while Ukraine's Elina Svitolina tackles Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus in a politically charged tussle where the only guarantee will be the absence of a handshake at the end.
Jeers rain down as Kostyuk refuses to shake hands with Sabalenka at French Open
AFP, Published on 28/05/2023
» PARIS - Aryna Sabalenka kept her cool to win a politically-charged French Open duel against Marta Kostyuk on Sunday as jeers rained down after the defeated Ukrainian refused to shake hands with her Belarusian opponent.
Pakistan ex-PM Imran Khan returns home after arrest, riots
AFP, Published on 13/05/2023
» LAHORE (PAKISTAN) - Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan arrived at his Lahore residence on Saturday after being freed on bail following days of legal drama and nationwide riots over his arrest on corruption charges.
China tells International Olympic Committee of concerns about 'politicising' sport
South China Morning Post, Published on 08/05/2023
» China has expressed its concerns about the "politicisation of sports events" to the International Olympic Committee after a series of incidents that have alarmed Beijing, including a US-led diplomatic boycott of the Winter Games and recent anthem blunders involving Hong Kong teams.
Could troubled PSG throw away French title?
AFP, Published on 05/05/2023
» PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain are a club in turmoil, where the coach was already under pressure before this week's suspension of Lionel Messi and a protest by fans outside Neymar's home.
Messi's PSG future in doubt after suspension over Saudi trip
AFP, Published on 04/05/2023
» PARIS - Lionel Messi's future at PSG was plunged into doubt on Wednesday after he was suspended by Paris Saint-Germain after travelling to Saudi Arabia without the club's permission.
Man City back on top as Newcastle, Man Utd press top-four claims
AFP, Published on 01/05/2023
» LONDON - Erling Haaland scored his 50th goal of the season on Sunday as Manchester City beat Fulham to return to the Premier League summit, with Newcastle and Manchester United winning to close in on a top-four finish.
Port bosses cry foul after shock Muang Thong defeat
Sports, Tor Chittinand, Published on 07/03/2023
» Muang Thong United rallied from two goals down to beat Port 3-2 in Thai League 1 on Sunday night.
Canadian women footballers playing under protest
AFP, Published on 22/02/2023
» OTTAWA: Reigning Olympic women's football champion Canada will play France on April 11 at Le Mans in a Women's World Cup tuneup match for both squads, provided the Canadians don't boycott.
Everton fans fear bleak future as Premier League status hangs by a thread
AFP, Published on 03/02/2023
» LIVERPOOL - Mired in the Premier League relegation zone and at war with the club's board, Everton fans fear a 69-year stay in English football's top flight is heading towards an inevitable end.