France24 - Sports (3 hours ago)

The 2025 Ballon d'Or award will see a fresh winner for the second consecutive year, with last year's recipient Rodrigo Hernández Cascante, "Rodri", absent from the 30-man shortlist announced on Thursday. Players from Paris Saint-Germain dominate the list with nine nominees following their Champions League triumph, while neither Lionel Messi nor...

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France24 - Sports (16 hours ago)

Nice's hopes of reaching the Champions League group stage took a hit. They lost 0-2 at home to Benfica in the first leg of the third qualifying round. The return leg will be played on Tuesday in Lisbon, and Nice will need a major upset to advance to the playoffs.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A day ago)

Transfer fees and wages have become as much a part of the football discourse as goals and titles. But a new lawsuit aimed at FIFA and football associations including Germany's could force sweeping changes.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A day ago)

Thomas Müller has signed with the Vancouver Whitecaps of Major League Soccer. It's an unorthodox move for arguably one of the most effective unorthodox players in football history.

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France24 - Sports (2 days ago)

The Eagles face a tough challenge against the Portuguese, who reached the quarterfinals of the Champions League last season, in the 3rd qualifying round of the competition. The first leg will take place at Nice's Allianz Riviera, which will be sold out.

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France24 - Sports (3 days ago)

Club World Cup champion Chelsea has completed the signing of Netherlands defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax in a deal worth a reported 37 million pounds.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 days ago)

The consequences of global warming can no longer be overlooked. Olympian Laura Dahlmeier's fatal mountain accident in Pakistan proved once again that the dangers of mountaineering are increasing.

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France24 - Sports (4 days ago)

French rider Pauline Ferrand-Prévot sailed to victory on Sunday in stage nine to seal the women's Tour de France title, 36 years after her compatriot Jeannie Longo won what was then the Tour de France Féminin.

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France24 - Sports (4 days ago)

Pauline Ferrand-Prévot claimed another solo victory in Stage 9, securing the overall win in the 4th edition of the Women's Tour de France. It was her first appearance in the race.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 days ago)

"PFP" becomes the first Frenchwoman to win the iconic race since the reestablishment of the women's Tour four years ago.

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France24 - Sports (4 days ago)

French swimming superstar Léon Marchand convincingly won the 400m individual medley world title on Sunday, securing his second gold of the Singapore 2025 World Aquatics Championships. 

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France24 - Sports (5 days ago)

The French cyclist powered to victory on the mountainous stage 8 of the Tour de France, losing her rivals before the Col de la Madeleine finish summit to claim France's first yellow jersey. The 33-year old Olympic mountain bike champion is about to win her first first Tour de France after first winning Paris-Roubaix in April. Mauritian Kim Le Court...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (5 days ago)

The star footballer limped off the field in Florida after colliding with a defender. The club's manager said Messi has "hamstring discomfort," but the extent of the injury is not yet known.

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France24 - Sports (6 days ago)

One year after leaving for Saudi Arabia following a difficult season for OM, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang expressed his joy at playing for Marseille again. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (6 days ago)

In an emotionally charged announcement, Spurs captain Son Heung-min said he would be looking for "a new environment" to push himself after more than 450 games and 170 goals for the UK football club.

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France24 - Sports (6 days ago)

Léon Marchand won his sixth world title on Thursday in Singapore — his third in the 200-meter individual medley — just one day after setting a world record in the event.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (6 days ago)

German Olympic star Laura Dahlmeier has been confirmed dead following a mountaineering accident in Pakistan. Adverse weather conditions had hampered attempts to rescue the former Olympic champion.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Léon Marchand dazzled once again on Thursday in Singapore, clinching his sixth swimming world championship crown — and his third in the 200m individual medley — just 24 hours after smashing the world record in the same event.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Léon Marchand dazzled once again on Thursday in Singapore, clinching his sixth swimming world championship crown — and his third in the 200m individual medley — just 24 hours after smashing the world record in the same event. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A week ago)

For the third season running, Bayern Munich have splashed out on a football player from England's Premier League, this time Luis Diaz from Liverpool. Does the deal make sense?

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Frenchwoman Maeva Squiban made a perfectly-timed attack on the final climb to win the mountainous stage six of the Tour de France Femmes on Thursday. Mauritian rider Kimberley Le Court retained the leader's yellow jersey.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Leon Marchand won gold in the 200m individual medley at the swimming world championships in Singapore on Thursday, a day after breaking the world record. 

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Léon Marchand shattered the world record in the 200m individual medley during the semifinals at the World Swimming Championships in Singapore. He has qualified for Thursday's final, where he will be the overwhelming favourite. Marchand is the reigning Olympic champion in the event.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

France's Léon Marchand broke the world record in the 200-metre individual medley at the world championships in Singapore on Wednesday, breaking the 2011 record set by US swimmer Ryan Lochte.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A week ago)

For the third season running, Bayern Munich have splashed out on a football player from England's Premier League, this time Luiz Diaz from Liverpool. Does the deal make sense?

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A week ago)

Having overcome much criticism to host the 2022 World Cup, Qatar has now set its sights on the Olympics. What challenges could it face and what could it mean for other bids?

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Lorena Wiebes remains the queen of sprinting. The 26-year-old Dutchwoman secured her second win in a row, coming out on top in stage 4 of the Women's Tour de France. Just like on Monday, she finished ahead of the yellow jersey, Marianne Vos.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Cyclist Lorena Wiebes of the Netherlands claimed her second consecutive stage victory at the women's Tour de France fourth round on Tuesday, beating fellow countrywoman and competition leader Marianne Vos.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A week ago)

England retained the women's European Championship trophy after beating Spain on penalties. The two countries have contested the last three major finals and seem to be moving clear of the rest of Europe.

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France24 - Sports (A week ago)

Marseille have reached an agreement with Feyenoord for the transfer of winger Igor Paixao. The French giants will spend €35 million, including add-ons, making the 25-year-old Brazilian the most expensive signing in the club's history.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Slovenian star Tadej Pogacar led the peloton on a novel route up Montmartre and past the Sacré-Cœur en route to winning the Tour de France for the fourth time. Germany's Florian Lipowitz finished third in the race.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Tadej Pogacar secured his fourth overall victory in the Tour de France after an epic final stage, during which he aimed to claim a prestigious win. However, the 26-year-old Slovenian was beaten by a stronger competitor. Wout van Aert won the stage on the Champs-Élysées after outperforming Pogacar on the third and final climb of Montmartre Hill....

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

This time last year, the Paris Olympics were just about to get underway, with the parade of boats full of athletes from all around the world on the river Seine for the Opening Ceremony. One year later, meet Karolien Florijn who won a gold medal for the Netherlands in rowing.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The women's Tour de France is being held for a fourth time. While the boom in women's cycling continues, how does it measure up to the men's race?

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

England beat Spain 3-1 on penalties to win the Women's Euro 2025 and retain their title after Sunday's final had finished 1-1 at the end of extra time. Chloe Kelly scored the decisive kick in a shoot-out which saw three Spain players, including reigning Ballon d'Or Aitana Bonmati, all fail to convert.   

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

26-year-old Slovenian rider Tadej Pogačar sealed his fourth Tour de France title on Sunday. Two-time champion Jonas Vingegaard of Denmark took second place overall with German Florian Lipowitz finishing third. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Defending champion England faces Spain in the final of the Women's European Championship. The match in Basel is a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final where Spain defeated the Lionesses 1-0. Details by FRANCE 24 sports editor in Basel, Selina Sykes.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Tadej Pogacar leads the Tour de France into Paris on Sunday on the cusp of a fourth title after a dominant 21-day romp over the peaks and plains of France. The final day culminates with a parade into the French capital and a sprint on the famed Champs-Elysees avenue. Details by FRANCE 24 reporter James Vasina.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The 26-year-old from Slovenia is already one of the greatest cyclists ever. But how did the country help him grow?

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kaden Groves won Tour de France stage 20. The 21st and final stage will take the peloton to the Champs-Élysées, passing through Montmartre.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Barring accident, Tadej Pogacar is expected to cruise to his fourth victory in the Tour de France on Sunday. The final day of the race is normally a leisurely ride into Paris and a final sprint down the Champs-Elysées, but this year race organisers have added a tricky detour into the cobbled streets of the Montmartre neighbourhood.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Sunday's final of the Women's Euros in Basel pitches the two best European teams of the current generation against each other, as a unified Spain side bristling with technique and intelligence takes on an equally talented England side that never gives up. Details by FRANCE 24 sports editor Selina Sykes.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Dutch cyclist Marianne Vos won the opening stage of the women's Tour de France with a late attack on Saturday. Pauline Ferrand-Prévot looked set to win the stage, but the Frenchwoman could not withstand the late surge from Vos, who punched the air with her left fist as she crossed the line. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

We asked people along the roads of the Tour de France what it takes to be a good supporter at this huge open-air cycling event — and what must-have item they always bring with them… they didn't disappoint!

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Kaden Groves won the 20th stage of the Tour de France on Saturday, avoiding a crash on slippery roads before powering to a solo triumph on the 184.2km journey from Nantua. Defending champion Tadej Pogacar maintained his lead over Jonas Vingegaard ahead of Sunday's 21st and final stage in Paris. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Thymen Arensman took advantage of the marking between Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard to win Tour de France stage 19, his second this year.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Paris is commemorating one year since it hosted the Olympic and Paralymic Games. Legacy is one of the reasons countries give when they bid for the games. But it is always difficult to distinguish what is real legacy and what is just window-dressing. How is Paris doing so far? Answer by Dikaia Chatziefstathiou, professor of Olympic studies at...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

The Spanish women's national football team has had to overcome sexism and a lack of funding in their gradual rise over the past decade to the peak of  the women's game, eventually winning a World Cup title in 2023. They face England in the European Championship final on Sunday.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Thymen Arensman of the Netherlands won the 19th stage of the Tour de France, the last mountain trek of the race on Friday. Slovenian defending champion Tadej Pogacar retained the overall leader's yellow jersey and is widely expected to win a fourth title if he avoids a major incident.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Ben O'Connor won Stage 18 of the Tour de France on Thursday, conquering what is considered the queen stage of the race. He claimed a solo victory ahead of Tadej Pogacar, who pulled away from Jonas Vingegaard in the final metres of the Col de la Loze.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Hulk Hogan, the legendary wrestling icon who became a pop culture phenomenon in the 1980s and later transitioned into acting, has died at age 71, US media reported. Known for his larger-than-life persona and pivotal role in bringing professional wrestling into the mainstream, Hogan passed away at his Florida home following a reported cardiac...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Tour de France riders face a grueling 171 km stage to the Col de la Loze in Courchevel, one of the race's toughest climbs. With steep gradients and high altitude, this alpine challenge could be a key moment in the battle for the yellow jersey.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Spain defeated Germany after extra time (0-1) on Wednesday evening in the second semi-final of the Women's Euro held in Switzerland. The Spanish team will face England in the final.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Aitana Bonmatí scored in extra time to send Spain to its first Women's Euro final with a 1-0 win over Germany on Wednesday, setting up a repeat of the 2023 World Cup title match against defending champions England.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Only one team from eastern Europe made it to Euro 2025, and only three have ever made it to any Euros. The story is different in men's football, so why has women's football in the region struggled to make a mark?

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

After 113 minutes, Aitana Bonmati scored the winner to knock Germany out and put Spain in the final.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Italy's Jonathan Milan on Wednesday won a crash-marred finale of the 17th stage of the Tour de France, claiming his second vistory in this year's competition, as overall leader Tadej Pogacar retained the yellow jersey. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

US transgender women can no longer compete in women's events at the Olympics and Paralympics. The US committee updated its policy to align with President Donald Trump's executive orders on trans participation.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (2 weeks ago)

A young basketball player is continuing to fight for justice four years after first speaking out about the sexual abuse of minors in Mali's women's national program.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Venus Williams made a winning return to singles tennis on Tuesday, defeating Peyton Stearns to reach round two of the DC Open after a 16-month absence. The 45-year-old sports legend became the oldest woman to win a WTA tour-level match in two decades.

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

Valentin Paret-Peintre triumphed at the summit of the legendary Mont Ventoux climb, capping off a spectacular stage 16. The 24-year-old Frenchman edged out Ireland's Ben Healy in an epic finale, securing the first French victory of this year's Tour de France. Jonas Vingegaard attacked yellow jersey Tadej Pogacar several times but failed to gain any...

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

England survived a scare to beat Italy 2-1 in extra time at Tuesday's semifinal to retain their dream of defending the Women's Euro title. The Lionesses twice came from behind, avoiding near-elimination to advance to another final while dashing Italy's hopes in a thrilling, heart-stopping clash. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

France's Valentin Paret-Peintre won the 16th stage of the Tour de France, a 171.5-kilometre ride from Montpellier to Mont Ventoux, while Tadej Pogacar held on to the yellow jersey. 

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France24 - Sports (2 weeks ago)

England and Italy face off on Tuesday in Geneva in the Women's Euro semi-finals. England will be hoping to secure a second consecutive final appearance after winning the Euro in 2022, while Italy will be aiming to end a 28-year final drought. The winners of this clash will face either Spain or Germany in the final on Sunday.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Belgian champion Tim Wellens soloed to his first Tour de France victory on Stage 15, becoming the 113th rider in history to claim stage wins at all three Grand Tours. Tadej Pogacar retained the yellow jersey ahead of Monday's rest day.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Belgian rider Tim Wellens won stage 15 of the Tour de France taking place in Carcassonne on Sunday. His UAE teammate Tadej Pogacar meanwhile maintained his overall lead in the race.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

France were left lamenting another European exit at the hands of Germany on Saturday in a stunning 6-5 penalty shootout loss in the Euro 2025 quarter-finals, despite an early red card handing them numerical advantage for most of the game. The crushing defeat leaves Les Bleues still searching for their first major tournament title.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

In Norway, a debate is raging about whether Ada Hegerberg should remain in the starting 11 for the knockout phase of Euro 2025. The football star is taking the criticism in stride.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Women's football champions tolerance, yet many Euro 2025 squads lack the ethnic diversity usually found in top-level football.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Germany will play world champions Spain in the Euro 2025 semifinal after a dramatic win against France. Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger was the difference for Germany as they overcame an early red card to win on penalties.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Germany will play world champions Spain in the Euro 2025 semifinal after a dramatic win against France. Goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger was Germany's hero as they overcame an early sending off to win on penalties.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Dutch rider Thymen Arensman on Saturday won stage 14 of the Tour de France. Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar, however, retained the overall leader's yellow jersey.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Tadej Pogacar claimed a commanding victory in Stage 13 of the Tour de France on Friday, winning the 10.9km time trial and extending his overall lead to four minutes and seven seconds. The defending champion's second straight stage win leaves Jonas Vingegaard and Remco Evenepoel trailing in the overall standings.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

DW visited one of only a few people in Germany who sails and uses a wheelchair. The 11-year-old sails for the pure joy of her sport, but she is also aiming to become a role model for others.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Tadej Pogacar delivered a stunning solo performance on Thursday to win Stage 12 of the Tour de France at Hautacam. The Slovenian rider, racing for UAE Team Emirates - XRG, claimed a prestigious mountain victory and struck a decisive blow in the general classification. He reclaimed the yellow jersey and now holds a lead of over two minutes on rival...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Austrian skydiver and extreme athlete Felix Baumgartner has died in a paragliding accident in Italy, according to local media. The 56-year-old shot to global fame in 2012 with his record-breaking free-fall from space.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Kenya's Ruth Chepngetich, who won last year's Chicago marathon in record time, has been provisionally suspended after testing positive for the banned substance hydrochlorothiazide.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Tadej Pogacar reclaimed the coveted yellow jersey at the Tour de France after a commanding solo victory on the grueling Hautacam climb in the Pyrénées. The Slovenian superstar surged ahead by over two minutes on key rival Jonas Vingegaard, while overnight leader Ben Healy suffered a heavy time loss.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

An old training method is experiencing an astonishing renaissance in the 2025 Tour de France.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Six-time Olympic medalist Olga Kharlan has hit out at recent decisions on Russian fencers, telling DW that she will "never shake hands with them."

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Norwegian rider Jonas Abrahamsen won the 11th stage of the Tour de France on Wednesday as race favourite and three-time champion Tadej Pogacar crashed near the finish with 4 kilometers remaining. Pogacar fell after hitting the back wheel of another rider but his rivals for the general classification slowed so he could rejoin them. 

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

As the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 breaks attendance records in Switzerland, FRANCE 24's Perspective programme discusses a boost in support for the women's league and how it's covered in the media. A French broadcaster that was supposed to show a group stage match between France and the Netherlands on Sunday night decided to show the men's FIFA Club...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

The Women's Euro quarter-finals begin on Wednesday with a match between Italy and Norway. Without a title since 2000, Norway is counting on this tournament to regain their former glory, while Italy hope to confirm their resurgence by reaching their first semi-final since 1997.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Fauja Singh, believed to be he first centenarian to complete a full marathon, has died aged 114 after being hit by a car, media say. He began competitive running at 89 as a way to beat grief-induced depression.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

A sensational display from Cole Palmer and Chelsea stunned Paris Saint-Germain, with a 3-0 win securing the Club World Cup title. FIFA boss Gianni Infantino and watching US President Donald Trump also made gains.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

A year later than planned, the Women's Africa Cup of Nations is taking place in Morocco. The star players are impressing fans, but the familiar problems remain.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (3 weeks ago)

A year later than planned, the women's Africa Cup of Nations is taking place in Morocco. While star players impress, familiar problems remain.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Simon Yates was the strongest rider in the 28-man breakaway on stage 10, winning solo at the top of the eighth and final ascent of the day. This marks his third Tour de France stage victory. Ben Healy took the yellow jersey from Tadej Pogacar by 29 seconds, becoming the first Irishman to wear the yellow jersey in 38 years.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

With drums, chants and a mission of inclusion, Swedish fan group the Soft Hooligans have landed in Switzerland for Euro 2025 – bringing good vibes to the stands and pushing for better support for women's football. The movement began in 2017, when Kajsa Aronsson, 61, and her daughter Estrid Kjellman, 29, were inspired at the Women's Euros in the...

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Ben Healy seized the yellow jersey on Monday after a gutsy breakaway in the Tour de France's first mountain stage. While Simon Yates took the stage win, Healy finished third and now leads overall by 29 seconds ahead of Pogačar.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Cole Palmer scored twice and fed João Pedro for a goal as Chelsea overwhelmed Paris Saint-Germain in the first half and beat the European champions 3-0 on Sunday in the final of the first expanded Club World Cup. Story by Solange Mougin.

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France24 - Sports (3 weeks ago)

Chelsea left no chance for European champions PSG, securing a 3-0 victory in the final to win the first edition of the newly expanded Club World Cup. Cole Palmer was named man of the match after scoring twice before half-time.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Cole Palmer scored two goals and set up another as Chelsea won the first edition of the expanded Club World Cup by beating European champions Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in Sunday's final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Palmer netted twice in the opening half-hour and Joao Pedro added the third before the break, with a roundly beaten PSG having...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Sinner has prevented Alcaraz from winning his third Wimbledon final in a row. The gripping final at Centre Court was watched by Prince William and Kate, the Princess of Wales, as well as a slew of Hollywood stars.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Italy's Jannik Sinner of Italy on Sunday secured his first Wimbledon title after beating two-time defending champion, Carlos Alcaraz of Spain, in a four-set match.  

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Tim Merlier of Belgium held off Italy's Jonathan Milan in a mass sprint to win Stage 9 of the Tour de France on Sunday after Dutchman Mathieu van der Poel's daylong breakaway was reined in by the chasing pack less than a kilometer from the finish.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

After a battle lasting almost three hours, Carlos Alcaraz reaffirmed his intention to retain his Wimbledon crown by beating Taylor Fritz. The Spaniard will now face his greatest rival, Jannik Sinner. 

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

With a powerful final push, Jonathan Milan of Italy won Stage 8 of the Tour de France in a mass sprint on Saturday, finishing ahead of Wout van Aert and Kaden Groves.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Poland's Iga Swiatek made tennis history when she beat Amanda Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 in Wimbledon's final. It took less than an hour for the 24-year-old to win her first tournament on the London grass. The focus now shifts to the latest chapter in the game's hottest new rivalry: the clash between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, who compete for the...

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Iga Swiatek of Poland destroyed American Amanda Anisimova 6-0 6-0, ending a ludicrously lop-sided final in 57 minutes. The 24-year-old eighth seed was merciless as she took advantage of Grand Slam final debutant Anisimova's leg-sapping nerves in front of a stunned Centre Court. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Sofya Velikaya is one of the world's most successful fencers, having won multiple Olympic medals. Now, after a long absence, she is allowed to return to competition — despite her military rank.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Lea Schüller scored the winner as Germany beat Denmark 2-1 to all but qualify for the knockouts. The Bayern Munich striker hasn't always had it easy for Germany but may be peaking at the right time.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

The arrest for alleged racial abuse via social media of a basketball player is the first of its kind in Australia.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

It took Iga Swiatek less than an hour to swat aside Amanda Anisimova, of the USA, in the Wimbledon women's final on Saturday. In winning her maiden Wimbledon title, Swiatek also did something few players have ever done.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Chelsea must somehow try to stop an irresistible Paris Saint-Germain side from adding the Club World Cup trophy to their UEFA Champions League title as the final of the first edition of FIFA's expanded competition takes place on Sunday.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Tadej Pogacar won stage 7 of the Tour de France on Friday to retake the overall lead with a trademark swoop on the short, steep slope of the Mur de Bretagne.  

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

A new sense of hope is in the air in the DR Congo, fueled by a recent peace deal and the prospect of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

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France24 - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Ben Healy won stage 6 of the Tour de France after a solo performance. Mathieu van der Poel reclaimed the yellow jersey from Tadej Pogacar by one second.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (4 weeks ago)

Africa's cycling star Biniam Girmay has a tough task to repeat his successes from the 2024 Tour de France, but remains optimistic. He is unsure whether he will even compete the upcoming World Championships in Rwanda.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Stage six of the Tour de France in Normandy Wednesday saw Ireland's Ben Healy win with a long solo break. Mathieu van der Poel overtook overnight leader Tadej Pogacar by a second to reclaim the overall leader's yellow jersey. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

European champions Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday crushed Spanish giants Real Madrid 4-0 in the Club World Cup semi-final, setting up a final against Chelsea and an opportunity to close out a historically dominant season with a fifth trophy.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Paris Saint-Germain easily defeated Real Madrid (4-0) and will meet Chelsea in the Club World Cup final on July 13.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Race-against-the-clock specialist Remco Evenepoel won the first time trial of the Tour de France on Wednesday, while Tadej Pogacar's second place was enough for the defending champion to take hold of the overall leader's yellow jersey.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Storied French club Lyon won its appeal against relegation on Wednesday and will stay in Ligue 1 next season.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Tadej Pogacar is in the history books once again. The 26-year-old became the fourth-youngest rider to secure his 100th career win as he outsprinted Mathieu van der Poel and Jonas Vingegaard in stage 4 of the Tour de France. Van der Poel retained the leader's yellow jersey ahead of Wednesday's time trial.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

Around 15,000 athletes in what was East Germany were, often unknowingly, doped, some of them as children. Boxer Andreas Wornowski was one of them and is now coming to terms with his past.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

Jasper Philipsen, one of the world's best sprinters, is out of the Tour de France. A heavy crash was the Belgian's undoing, and it's not unusual for the traditionally hectic first week of the race.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

Two decades ago, the Welsh women's soccer team was prevented from playing by their own bosses because money was needed for the men's games. Now the women are making their tournament debut.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

A stunning strike from Jule Brand helped Germany to a winning start at Euro 2025. The 2-0 win over Poland was not as straightforward as many imagined though, and another knee injury to captain Giulia Gwinn is a concern.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

While Germany's 7-1 semifinal win against Brazil didn't win them the 2014 World Cup, it was the moment they announced their return to the top of the football world. DW looks back at a historic night 12 years later.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar on Tuesday secured the stage four of the Tour de France that ended in the northern city of Rouen, claiming the 100th victory of his career.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

"Sim, para sempre". Yes, forever: The words of Rute Cardoso accompanying Diogo Jota's Instagram photo of their June wedding with family and their three children. Then, in the flash of an instant, the Portuguese Liverpool player and his brother lost their lives in a fiery car accident. As Jota's family, teammates and fans across the sports world...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

The sports doping program carried out by the former East Germany has been history for decades. But for many athletes of the era, the scars — both physical and mental — have not gone away.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Tim Merlier edged out Jonathan Milan to win stage 3 of the Tour de France, a stage plagued by multiple crashes. Stage 1 winner Jasper Philipsen was forced to abandon the race due to a displaced collarbone fracture and two broken ribs.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

After Bayern Munich's elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup and Jamal Musiala's serious injury, questions are being asked about the club's sporting class, possible transfers and sporting director Max Eberl's future.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Tim Merlier narrowly beat Italian Jonathan Milan to win stage three of the Tour de France in Dunkirk, while Mathieu van der Poel retained the overall lead. The stage was plagued by crashes, including one that forced Jasper Philipsen to abandon with injuries, and another involving Olympic champion Remco Evenepoel.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Mathieu van der Poel edged out Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard in a sprint finish to win stage two of the Tour de France in Boulogne-sur-Mer. The 30-year-old Dutchman also claimed the leader's yellow jersey.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Mathieu van der Poel from the Netherlands won stage two of the Tour de France on Sunday ahead of Slovenian Tadej Pogacar in a tense sprint finish.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Jasper Philipsen won the opening stage of the Tour de France in a sprint to the line and defending champion Tadej Pogacar finished safely on Saturday. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) qualified for the semi-finals of the Club World Cup on Saturday, beating Bayern Munich 2-0 in Atlanta, USA, despite two red cards in an action-packed match. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

The 2025 edition of the Tour de France cycle race begins in the northern city of Lille on Saturday, with title contenders Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard set to renew their sporting rivalry. The tour itinerary this year takes place exclusively in France and favours climbers. Yinka Oyetade and Cédric Ferreira tell us more.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

The 2025 edition of the Tour de France cycle race begins in the northern city of Lille on Saturday, with title contenders Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard set to renew their sporting rivalry. The tour itinerary this year takes place exclusively in France and favours climbers. Selina Sykes reports.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Family, friends and stars from the world of football gathered on Saturday for the funeral of Liverpool and Portugal forward Diogo Jota who died with his brother, Andre Silva, on Thursday in a motor accident. The ceremony took place in Jota's hometown of Gondomar, near Porto. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

The 2025 edition of the Tour de France cycle race begins in the northern city of Lille on Saturday, with title contenders Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard set to renew their sporting rivalry. The tour itinerary this year takes place exclusively in France and favours climbers.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Tour de France 2025 sets off this Saturday, July 05 in Lille. Two-time defending champion Tadej Pogacar is once again the clear favourite.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Liverpool forward Diogo Jota and his brother both died in a car accident in the Spanish province of Zamora on Thursday. Fans have gathered at Anfield stadium to pay tribute to them. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

The 112th edition of the Tour de France is the first in five years to be held exclusively in France. DW fills you in on what you need to know.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

The 112th edition of the Tour de France, the world's greatest cycling race, sets off from the northern French city of Lille on Saturday. The main contenders for the leader's yellow jersey are once again Tadej Pogacar and Jonas Vingegaard, who between them have won the five last Tours. FRANCE 24 previews the race, focussing on 14 riders and six...

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

The 28-year-old Portuguese international died near Zamora, in the northwest of Spain. Jota's brother, Andre Silva, also a professional footballer in Portugal, also perished in the accident.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

There were no miracles for university student Oliver Tarvet in his match against Carlos Alcaraz at Wimbledon, while Aryna Sabalenka had to fight to beat Marie Bouzkova in straight sets. 

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

The Women's Euro 2025 is underway, with hosts Switzerland losing 2-1 to Norway in Basel after Iceland and Finland opened the tournament. England, Spain and Germany are among the favorites for the title.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

The Women's Euro 2025 kicked off with Swiss hosts facing Norway at a packed stadium in Basel. Among the favorites in the tournament are England, Spain and Germany.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

Organizers of Euro 2025 in Switzerland will be placing a particular emphasis on human rights, drawing on experiences UEFA gained at the 2024 Men's European Championship in Germany.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

A shock group stage exit at the 2023 World Cup and a number of retirements mean a new look Germany face their first big test at Euro 2025. Germany are the most successful team in Euros history with eight titles.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

With the Wimbledon tennis championships underway, one ex-player has laid bare the struggles faced by many tennis pros.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Real Madrid advanced to the Club World Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday after beating European rivals Juventus 1-0. Spanish sensation Gonzalo García scored the only goal of the match, while Kylian Mbappé made his tournament debut after missing the first round due to illness.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Brazilian side Fluminense claimed a shocking 2-0 win over Inter Milan in the Club World Cup round of 16. The Italian team finished the season without a trophy for the first time since 2020, while Fluminense join Palmeiras as the only two remaining South American teams in the competition.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

Sixteen of Europe's premier women's national teams are set to compete for continental supremacy. The tournament kicks off in Switzerland on July 2.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

PSG crushed Lionel Messi's Inter Miami 4-0 to set up a European clash against Bayern Munich on Saturday in the Club World Cup quarter-finals. The German side advanced with a 4-2 win over Brazil's Flamengo.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

The Wimbledon tennis championship begins in London on Monday with two-time victor Carlos Alcaraz returning to defend his title and women's world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka hoping for a fourth Grand Slam victory after losing finals this year at the Australian and French opens. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Paris Saint-Germain easily eliminated Lionel Messi's Inter Miami, outclassing the Herons 4-0 in the round of 16 at the Club World Cup on Sunday. Miami hoped Messi's magic could help them dominate his former club but the European Champions dominated from the start. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

The Club World Cup last-16 match lasted more than four hours due to a two-hour delay for extreme weather. Chelsea beat Benfica (4-1) thanks to goals from James, Nkunku, Neto and Dewsbury-Hall. Paul Pogba joins Monaco with a two-year contract. 

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

PSG might yet be basking in the glory of last month's stunning European championship win as they prepare to face Lionel Messi's Inter Miami in the last 16 this Sunday, though it may not be enough to dampen unhappier memories of the French club.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Former France midfielder Paul Pogba joined Monaco on a two-year contract on Saturday hoping to revive an outstanding career derailed by injuries and a doping ban. The 2018 World Cup champion appeared in just 12 matches over the past three seasons, hindered by injuries, an 18-month suspension for doping, and involvement in an extortion case where he...

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami will face tomorrow Paris St-Germain in the last 16. It will be the first time Messi faces his former club since his exit from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023 after two seasons.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Women's soccer has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, driven by increased investment at both the international and club levels. While only 1,000 fans attended the first women's euros in 1984, over half a million tickets have been sold for this year's tournament in Switzerland, with 2022's attendance record widely expected to be broken.

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Deutsche Welle - Sports (A month ago)

Slow-paced soccer matches, sweltering players and complaints about the heat have been the themes of the Club World Cup. Organizers FIFA say they take reasonable precautions but many see a major safety concern.

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France24 - Sports (A month ago)

Manchester City made short work of Juventus (5-2). Cristiano Ronaldo has extended his contract with Al-Nassr until 2027.

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France24 - Sports (2 months ago)

French superstar and Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé has accused his former club Paris Saint-Germain of moral harassment in a legal filing, the Paris prosecutor's office confirmed Thursday. The France captain is in a dispute with PSG, claiming the club owes him €55 million in unpaid wages.

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France24 - Sports (2 months ago)

Borussia Dortmund have qualified for the last 16 of the Club World Cup. Kylian Mbappé could make a comeback after a short stay in hospital.

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