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Lightning star Nikita Kucherov won the Hart Trophy as the NHL's MVP for the second time, finishing 10 points ahead of Connor McDavid in the closest vote since 2001-02.
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The Panthers extended a key part of their offense Thursday, reaching a three-year, $35 million deal with receiver Jalen Coker, agent Matt Glose told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
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From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.
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Forty years after the World Cup was last in Mexico, the tournament returned on Thursday, and Mexico celebrated with an emotional win over South Africa.
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Three players were sent off in the World Cup opener as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0. Are we about to see a World Cup littered with red cards?
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Key midfielder Scott McTominay travelled with a doctor, away from fellow players, as a precaution prior to Scotland's World Cup opener.
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According to Reid, despite being half of one of the most anticipated weddings in recent memory, Kelce is focused on training camp.
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Former NFL linebacker Darron Lee has been indicted on a murder charge in the death of his partner.
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Co-host Mexico got off to a victorious start, beating South Africa 2-0 as the largest World Cup in history kicked off Thursday at Mexico City's famed Estadio Azteca.
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The opening match of the 2026 World Cup was dominated by players wearing pink boots - but why is the colour so prevalent in football at the moment?
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Three players are sent off as World Cup co-hosts Mexico defeat South Africa in a dramatic opening match at a packed Azteca Stadium.
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Brown's teammates point to his big presence and offensive intelligence as things that stood out.
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Referee Wilton Pereira Sampaio shows red cards to South Africa's Yaya Sithole and Themba Zwane as well as Mexico's Cesar Montes during the opening match of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium.
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Wales began their quest for a third World Cup of Darts title with a convincing 4-1 win over Lithuania.
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Phil Mickelson has been kicked out of a San Diego golf club over allegations he made unwanted physical contact with a female employee, Golf Digest reported.
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Shakira was among the performers during the opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup at the Mexico City Stadium ahead of the opening game between Mexico and South Africa.
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Mexico's Julian Quinones scores the opening goal of the 2026 World Cup against South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.
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Warrington Wolves move back to the top of the Super League table as they come from behind to beat St Helens.
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The Colts safety said he'll focus on addressing issues such as the lack of clean water due to broken pipes.
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Kevin Rouet went from trying to stop England internationals Zoe Harrison, Marlie Packer and Jess Breach with Canada, to coaching them with Saracens in a matter of weeks.