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Macklin Celebrini pens five-year extension with Sharks to become highest-paid NHL player

Macklin Celebrini penned a five-year, $94 million contract extension with the San Jose Sharks on Wednesday, making him the highest-paid NHL player.

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The Base Line: Tsitsipas and Krejcikova end droughts ahead of US hard-court swing

Our regular tennis feature, The Base Line, looks to keep you up to date with the relentless and fast-paced nature of the ATP and WTA Tours. Who were crowned champions, who struggled to make an impact, and what moments stood out?

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18-year-old Tagger wins maiden WTA title with victory over Snigur in Prague

18-year-old Lilli Tagger has clinched her maiden crown on the WTA Tour after a 7-6(3), 6-2 triumph over Daria Snigur at the Livesport Prague Open, becoming the first player born in 2008 to win a title.

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Tagger ends Krejcikova's winning run to set up Prague Open final with Snigur

It was a disappointing day for the fans in the Czech Republic, as home favourites Barbora Krejcikova and Tereza Valentova were knocked out in the semi-finals of the Livesport Prague Open, with Lilli Tagger and Daria Snigur instead setting up a final meeting.

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World Cup Player of the Tournament: Mercurial Messi proves class is permanent

Despite just missing out on the Golden Ball, Lionel Messi reminded the football world why he is still an elite player in the twilight of his career after inspiring Argentina to the World Cup final.

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World Cup Team of the Tournament: Spain & France stars dominate as Messi leads the way

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has come to an end, and after six weeks of relentless action, Spain have been crowned champions for a second time. The biggest World Cup ever has certainly lived up to expectations on the pitch, despite the unignorable controversies off it. The best players stepped up to the plate for their nations, delivering box-office entertainment, and that has been a defining part of this tournament.

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2026 World Cup final: Spain and Argentina to face off on football's grandest stage

The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is set: Reigning world and South American champions Argentina will go head-to-head with European kings Spain in a blockbuster clash filled with mouthwatering narratives on football's grandest stage, as the ultimate prize sits tantalisingly within reach.

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LeBron James to leave Los Angeles Lakers and enter free agency

NBA superstar LeBron James will leave the Los Angeles Lakers and enter free agency ahead of his 24th season in the league, the franchise confirmed on Tuesday.

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Maya Joint heading into lion's den to spoil Serena Williams' Wimbledon return

If Serena Williams had the choice to pick a first-round opponent at Wimbledon, Maya Joint would have been high on her list. On an 11-match losing streak on the WTA Tour and without a win since January, Joint has been handed the astonishing task of facing a 44-year-old sporting great who is taking part in her first singles match for four years.

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Emma Raducanu withdraws from Wimbledon on eve of first match with a stress fracture

British number one Emma Raducanu has suffered another injury setback after she announced that she would be pulling out of Wimbledon just a day before her first-round match with a stress fracture.

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The Base Line: Muchova & Keys head to Wimbledon in form as Davidovich Fokina wins first title

Our regular tennis feature, The Base Line, looks to keep you up to date with the relentless and fast-paced nature of the ATP and WTA Tours. Who were crowned champions, who struggled to make an impact, and what moments stood out?

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World Cup Team of the Group Stage: Messi, Mbappe & Dembele among star-studded lineup

The epic World Cup group stage has come to an end, with the focus now shifting firmly towards the knockouts ahead of the Round of 32. One common theme of this tournament has been the performances of the big-name superstars who have risen to the occasion and stolen the show.

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Wimbledon 2026 women's draw analysis: Serena and struggling top seeds headline open mix

The start of Wimbledon is just a single day away, with the English capital headlining one of the most magical tournaments on the sporting calendar. Today, the focus turns to a wide-open women's draw, while the great Serena Williams makes a truly remarkable return to tennis.

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Wimbledon 2026 men's draw analysis: Sinner seeking title defence as Djokovic eyes No. 25

The most dazzling fortnight in tennis is right around the corner, with London playing host to one of the most prestigious and captivating events on the sporting calendar. Wimbledon gets underway on Monday, as Jannik Sinner looks to defend his crown after an early exit at Roland Garros. But can Novak Djokovic roll back the years and make history at the All England Club, and what about the in-form Americans?

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Lionel Messi becomes World Cup all-time top goalscorer with brace against Austria

Lionel Messi has become the outright all-time top goalscorer at the World Cup after netting the opener in Argentina's group game against Austria on Monday evening.

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Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova handed four-year ban for refusing doping test

Former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova has been given a four-year ban after she refused a doping test in December 2025.

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EXCLUSIVE: Marcel Desailly on how Chelsea, AC Milan and Marseille can get back on track

One of the best defenders football has seen, Marcel Desailly has a remarkable CV at club level. Having played for some of Europe's biggest clubs and experienced various cultures across Europe, he got his hands on the biggest trophies, including two Champions League titles, two Serie A crowns, and the FA Cup.

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EXCLUSIVE: France legend Desailly on their World Cup hopes and how African nations will fare

France head into the World Cup as one of the big favourites, and Marcel Desailly knows a lot about reigning victorious on the grandest of stages. A French legend, Desailly made 116 appearances for his national team, winning the World Cup in 1998 and the European Championships in 2000.

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The Base Line: Zverev conquers final frontier as Andreeva lives her teenage dream in Paris

Our regular tennis feature, The Base Line, looks to keep you up to date with the relentless and fast-paced nature of the ATP and WTA Tours. Who were crowned champions, who struggled to make an impact, and what moments stood out?

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Flashscore's NBA Finals predictions: Spurs and Knicks battle for NBA glory

After more than seven months of competition, the stage is set. The NBA Finals tip off on the first Wednesday of June, beginning the race for the coveted Larry O’Brien Trophy. The second-seeded San Antonio Spurs will host the third-seeded New York Knicks in a championship showdown. The journey ends here - one team will reach the summit, while the other will see its season end in heartbreak.

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2026 World Cup Group D preview: Co-hosts USA looking to take advantage of open group

The 2026 World Cup gets underway on June 11th as co-hosts Mexico take on South Africa in the tournament opener. Over the coming days, Flashscore will preview every pool in depth, with Group D as today's focus.

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Champions League Team of the Season: PSG and Bayern Munich stars dominate our XI

The 2025/26 Champions League season has come to an end, with Paris Saint-Germain retaining their title following a nerve-jangling penalty shootout win over Arsenal. The French outfit became just the second team in the tournament's history to retain their crown, after Real Madrid won three in a row between 2016 and 2018.

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Arne Slot sacked as Liverpool coach a year after winning Premier League title

Liverpool and head coach Arne Slot have gone their separate ways after a difficult 2025/26 campaign in which the Reds finished fifth in the Premier League - a year after they won the title in his first season.

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Mikel Arteta's side stand on the brink of becoming Arsenal's greatest-ever team

This Arsenal team have already etched themselves into the history books, becoming the side that ended a 22-year wait for a Premier League title. One of the biggest clubs in the world, dripping in a rich heritage and bundles of glory, Mikel Arteta has made them a powerhouse in world football once more, and they now prepare for a Champions League final against defending champions PSG.