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Iga Swiatek ready for tough test against improving Coco Gauff

Iga Swiatek ready for tough test against improving Coco Gauff

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The Pole has won 10 of the pair’s 11 meetings but acknowledged her young opponent’s ‘progress’ ahead of their French Open semi-final.
Sergio Perez signs new two-year deal with Red Bull

Sergio Perez signs new two-year deal with Red Bull

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The Mexican has been with the team since 2021.
GAA player goes on trial for allegedly punching opponent in face and damaging his teeth

GAA player goes on trial for allegedly punching opponent in face and damaging his teeth

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

Billy Cullen (39), a player with Baltinglass GAA club, pleaded not guilty to a charge of assault causing harm to Kevin Rogers
Emile Heskey ordered to pay €230,000 in legal fees after tax dispute

Emile Heskey ordered to pay €230,000 in legal fees after tax dispute

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

Mr Heskey did not attend the hearing in London on Tuesday.
Novak Djokovic forced to withdraw from French Open with knee injury

Novak Djokovic forced to withdraw from French Open with knee injury

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The world number one beat Francisco Cerundolo in five sets but will be unable to contest his scheduled quarter-final against Casper Ruud.
Gareth Southgate ‘still discussing’ final Euro 2024 squad with England staff

Gareth Southgate ‘still discussing’ final Euro 2024 squad with England staff

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

Southgate has to cut his 33-man training group to a tournament squad of 26 on Friday.
Coco Gauff weathers Ons Jabeur storm to reach French Open semi-finals

Coco Gauff weathers Ons Jabeur storm to reach French Open semi-finals

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The runner-up in Paris two years ago registered a 4-6 6-2 6-3 victory in an hour and 57 minutes.
Mauricio Pochettino believes he has left Chelsea in a stronger position

Mauricio Pochettino believes he has left Chelsea in a stronger position

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The 52-year-old has addressed the Blues’ ownership and supporters via social media.
Aaron Ramsey will feel he still has ‘lot to give’ to Wales – Andy King

Aaron Ramsey will feel he still has ‘lot to give’ to Wales – Andy King

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The 33-year-old midfielder has not played for his country since September and will miss this week’s friendlies against Gibraltar and Slovakia.
Andy Robertson ‘excited’ for Arne Slot era at Liverpool

Andy Robertson ‘excited’ for Arne Slot era at Liverpool

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

Slot formally took up the reins from Jurgen Klopp at Anfield at the beginning of June.
French Open wrap: Djokovic, De Minaur and Zverev move into quarter-finals

French Open wrap: Djokovic, De Minaur and Zverev move into quarter-finals

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

In the women’s draw Aryna Sabalenka cruised through again and will face 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva next.
Football rumours: Eddie Nketiah likely to leave Arsenal with four clubs circling

Football rumours: Eddie Nketiah likely to leave Arsenal with four clubs circling

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

The 25-year-old played 27 games last season scoring five goals and providing two assists.
Trent Alexander-Arnold caps impressive display with goal in England warm-up win

Trent Alexander-Arnold caps impressive display with goal in England warm-up win

Tue, 04 Jun, 2024

Cole Palmer’s spot-kick was followed by an excellent Alexander-Arnold effort and late Harry Kane goal.
Enzo Maresca calls coaching Chelsea ‘a dream’ after joining on five-year deal

Enzo Maresca calls coaching Chelsea ‘a dream’ after joining on five-year deal

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

It is the 44-year-old’s first job in charge of a senior top-flight side and comes after he masterminded Leicester’s return to the Premier League.
League of Ireland wrap: Dundalk beat St Pats, Sligo Rovers win 2-1 vs Drogheda

League of Ireland wrap: Dundalk beat St Pats, Sligo Rovers win 2-1 vs Drogheda

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

The win lifted Jon Daly's side off bottom spot.
Kylian Mbappe signs five-year deal with Real Madrid

Kylian Mbappe signs five-year deal with Real Madrid

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

The France striker will officially join the 15-time European champions on July 1st.
John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face Hungary

John O’Shea’s audition goes on – talking points as Ireland face Hungary

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

The Hungarians are heading for the Euro 2024 finals.
Richie Hogan: 'I would give my left arm to be able to play again'

Richie Hogan: 'I would give my left arm to be able to play again'

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

The injuries eventually caught up with the former Kilkenny forward, who admitted it was the right time to call it a day.
Football rumours: Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leaves

Football rumours: Jadon Sancho could return to Man United if Erik ten Hag leaves

Mon, 03 Jun, 2024

Sancho played in the Champions League final during his loan move to Borussia Dortmund.
Ex-Leeds scrum-half Rob Burrow dies aged 41 after motor neurone disease battle

Ex-Leeds scrum-half Rob Burrow dies aged 41 after motor neurone disease battle

Sun, 02 Jun, 2024

His former club Leeds announced the news on Sunday evening.

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