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• California Chrome the favorite for $12M Pegasus World Cup

  23-01-2017 23:57
  
  HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — California Chrome is a favorite to win his finale and potentially make history.
  
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• Laughing Ryan Mason is now on the road to recovery

  23-01-2017 23:49 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SAMI MOKBEL: Just hours after having emergency surgery, Ryan Mason was sitting up in his hospital bed sharing a laugh with Hull City team-mate Michael Dawson.
  
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• Family, fans mourn for Dominican pitcher Yordano Ventura

  23-01-2017 23:47
  
  LAS TERRENAS, Dominican Republic (AP) — Dozens of children wearing blue T-shirts with the name "Ventura" emblazoned on the back gathered around a coastal home on Monday to pay their respects to their idol: Kansas City Royals pitcher Yordano Ventura.
  
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• Harbaugh taking Michigan to Rome for 3 practices

  23-01-2017 23:46
  
  Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh is taking his team to Italy this spring.
  
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• APNewsBreak: Spring training to be shortened slightly in '18

  23-01-2017 23:44
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — For everyone who thinks spring training is too long, help is on the way — a little, anyway.
  
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• Jurgen Klopp demands Liverpool stop conceding silly goals

  23-01-2017 23:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Liverpool were forced to sit through a defence clinic after being bullied in the box by Swansea during Saturday’s 3-2 home defeat. Jurgen Klopp was frustrated by the simple goals conceded.
  
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• Anthony Martial upset after omission from Stoke draw

  23-01-2017 23:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Anthony Martial's uneasy relationship with Jose Mourinho is under strain once again after the Manchester United attacker was axed for Saturday’s draw at Stoke.
  
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• Frampton is UK's only fighter in pound-for-pound top ten

  23-01-2017 23:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  JEFF POWELL IN LAS VEGAS: Carl Frampton is defending his world title but also the UK’s only place among the top ten pound-for-pound fighters in the world in title fight on Saturday.
  
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• Вывод Webmoney на карту с минимальными комиссиями

  23-01-2017 23:36 via anchous.info
  В связи с застарелыми проблемами вывода денег Webmoney в наличные средства, постоянно при
  
  
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• Ryan Mason's patience is now his best asset

  23-01-2017 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  MATT BARLOW: Ryan Mason's career has been a triumph of faith and patience, qualities which will prove equally valuable as he begins the path back to full health.
  
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• England to crack down on mobile phones

  23-01-2017 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Visual awareness coach Dr Sherylle Calder, the new recruit to coach Eddie Jones’ team, has revealed how sporting skill levels are in decline as a result of the modern fixation with phones and tablets.
  
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• Ashley Young asks Jose Mourinho to go out on loan

  23-01-2017 23:33 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  SIMON JONES: The 31-year-old is a popular figure in the Manchester United dressing room but is desperate to play more games with his last Premier League start coming in November.
  
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• James Haskell’s England comeback in doubt

  23-01-2017 23:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  CHRIS FOY IN VILAMOURA: James Haskell's hopes of reclaiming his England place have suffered another setback after aggravating his foot problem
  
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• Serena Williams' coach admits Jo Konta's style is a threat

  23-01-2017 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  MIKE DICKSON IN MELBOURNE: You will find many in these parts who believe that the world No 9 has a genuine shot against the most significant icon in women's sport.
  
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• Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger faces stadium ban

  23-01-2017 23:31 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Arsenal manager was charged with misconduct by the FA on Monday for his behaviour towards referee Jon Moss and fourth official Anthony Taylor during his side's 2-1 win over Burnley.
  
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• Caribbean nations prepare plans to breakaway from CONCACAF

  23-01-2017 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  CHARLES SALE - SPORTS AGENDA: The blueprint is understood to have the support of 26 of the Caribbean territories who are fed up with being dictated to by American powerbrokers.
  
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• Jürgen Klopp reveals ‘long’ clear-the-air meeting with Liverpool players

  23-01-2017 23:29
  
  • Manager held inquest the day after losing against Swansea at Anfield
  • German admits his players are not enjoying the job they have to doJürgen Klopp has admitted he is not happy with Liverpool’s past few results in the Premier League and revealed he held a “long” meeting with his players the day after the 3-2 defeat by Swansea City.Klopp also suggested the players were not enjoying themselves at the moment. “We had a very intense period around Christmas
  
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• Man United pipped to 'next Cristiano Ronaldo' by PSG

  23-01-2017 23:23 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  United and Arsenal had watched Guedes, who recently turned 20, for over a year. He broke into Benfica's first team playing on the wing or at No 10 and was hailed as the 'next Cristiano Ronaldo'.
  
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• Formula One takeover QA

  23-01-2017 23:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Liberty Media is set to usher in a new era for Formula One after the American company completed its £6.4billion purchase of the sport on Monday n
  
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• Super Bowl LI: Patriots vs Falcons, all you need to know

  23-01-2017 23:17 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The indefatigable Tom Brady and Bill Belichick are on the cusp of a fifth Super Bowl, but the Atlanta Falcons and their high-powered offense stand in their way. Here’s your guide to what’s happening in Houston.
  
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• Zimbabwe 2-4 Tunisia: Eagles of Carthage cruise through

  23-01-2017 23:13 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Henryk Kasperczak's Carthage Eagles sealed their place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals with a comfortable victory over Zimbabwe on Monday night.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for January 24

  23-01-2017 23:08 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Tuesday's meetings at Wetherby, Southwell and Leicester.
  
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• Motor racing-Liberty completes F1 takeover, Ecclestone replaced

  23-01-2017 23:02
  Signalling the end of an era, Liberty said in a statement that it had completed the acquisition of Formula One and appointed Chairman Carey to the additional role of Chief Executive. Ecclestone will become 'Chairman Emeritus', with Liberty saying he would remain "available as a source of advice for the board of F1". Liberty also named two managing directors -- former Ferrari technical director and ex-Mercedes team boss Ross Brawn for motorsports and former ESPN executive Sean Bratches for commer
  
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• Uxizandre set to make first appearance since 2015

  23-01-2017 22:54 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Uxizandre, the horse that delivered the final win at the Cheltenham Festival for Sir Anthony McCoy, will return to action at the track on Saturday after almost two years out.
  
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• Senegal 2-2 Algeria: Leicester duo heading home early

  23-01-2017 22:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  JONNY SINGER IN GABON: Leicester striker Islam Slimani netted twice for Algeria, but it was not enough to prevent the Desert Foxes exiting the Africa Cup of Nations at the group stage.
  
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• Who's who in Formula One's new leadership group

  23-01-2017 22:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Bernie Ecclestone's departure from the head of Formula One brings to an end his four-decade rule over the sport. A new team will replace hi
  
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• Clijsters, Roddick head Hall of Fame's Class of 2017

  23-01-2017 22:38
  (Reuters) - Former world number one players Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick headlined the International Tennis Hall of Fame's list of 2017 inductees announced on Monday. Belgium's Clijsters, bolstered by a powerful baseline game and remarkable defensive skills on court, captured 41 singles titles during her career, including four grand slam titles. "It is a huge honour to be amongst a list of so many great tennis players who I admired when I was growing up, and some great players who I played wit
  
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• 5 things about new Formula One chief executive Chase Carey

  23-01-2017 22:38 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Chase Carey was appointed as chief executive of Formula One following Liberty Media's takeover of the sport.The American has already been op
  
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• Tunisia book quarter-final berth with 4-2 win

  23-01-2017 22:35
  By Mark Gleeson LIBREVILLE (Reuters) - Tunisia kept up an impressive recent record of African Nations Cup quarter-final appearances by thumping Zimbabwe 4-2 with a flurry of first-half goals to come second in Group B on Monday. Naim Sliti, Youssef Msakni, Yassine Khenessi and Wahbi Khazri, with a penalty, wrapped up the win before the break to send Tunisia through with six points, a point behind Senegal. The Tunisians now stay in the Gabonese capital to meet Burkina Faso on Saturday in the first
  
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• Algeria are knocked out of Africa Nations Cup

  23-01-2017 22:34
  Algeria crashed out of the Africa Nations Cup without winning a game after drawing 2-2 with Senegal in Franceville on Monday. Algeria, for whom Islam Slimani scored twice, needed to win the Group B game and hope that Zimbabwe beat Tunisia. In the end neither result happened but Algeria only had themselves to blame for failing to get the better of a much-changed Senegal side.
  
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• Ecclestone replaced as Formula One boss

  23-01-2017 22:24
  Liberty said in a statement that Carey had been appointed Chief Executive in addition to his current role as Formula One chairman. Ecclestone was appointed 'Chairman Emeritus' with Liberty saying he would remain "available as a source of advice for the board of F1". "I’m proud of the business that I built over the last 40 years and all that I have achieved with Formula One," Ecclestone said in the statement.
  
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• Clijsters, Roddick joining International Tennis Hall of Fame

  23-01-2017 22:24
  
  NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — Kim Clijsters and Andy Roddick have been elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
  
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• Bernie Ecclestone: His memorable quotes

  23-01-2017 22:23 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Bernie Ecclestone has been a colourful and often controversial character in the world of Formula One, having ruled over the sport for four decades.
  
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• Tiger returns to Riviera where PGA Tour career began

  23-01-2017 22:09
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Tiger Woods is roaring into the new year, preparing to play four times in five weeks in his return to the PGA Tour after a 15-month absence. One of his stops includes a return to his hometown tournament in Los Angeles, where he made his first start on the pro tour as a skinny 16-year-old.
  
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• Coach O'Shea wants Italy to be feared at next World Cup

  23-01-2017 21:47
  (Reuters) - Italy coach Conor O'Shea has set his side a series of goals from competitiveness in the Six Nations to instilling fear at the next World Cup as he seeks to continue their progress. "Be competitive in the Six Nations is the first (goal), become the team that no one wants to face at the next World Cup must be the second," O'Shea said at a news conference.
  
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• AP source: Rangers, James Loney agree to minor league deal

  23-01-2017 21:44
  ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers and free agent first baseman James Loney have agreed to a minor league contract, a person familiar with the deal said Monday.
  
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• YouTube daredevils break into Selhurst Park via roof

  23-01-2017 21:26 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Three daring pranksters broke into Selhurst Park at sunrise on January 3 before clambering down off the roof and sprinting onto the turf. The video of their exploits was then posted on YouYube.
  
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• Hull star Ryan Mason's family express thanks for support

  23-01-2017 21:18 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Ryan Mason's family have thanked the football community for its widespread support as the Hull midfielder continues his recovery following surgery on a fractured skull.
  
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• Caught napping: Baseball hitting, pitching sapped by jet lag

  23-01-2017 21:12
  
  Researchers say they've documented an unseen drag on major league baseball players that can wipe out home field advantage, make pitchers give up more home runs, and take some punch out of a team's bats. ...
  
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• Bernie Ecclestone's reign set to end

  23-01-2017 20:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Bernie Ecclestone has confirmed that his reign at the head of Formula One is over with US giant Liberty Media is on the brink of completing its takeover of F1,
  
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• Injured McIlroy pulls out of Dubai Desert classic

  23-01-2017 20:33
  LONDON (Reuters) - Rory McIlroy has pulled out of next week's Dubai Desert Classic with a rib injury, the event's promoter said on Monday. "Obviously, we are disappointed, but we fully understand the situation. Our greatest concern is Rory's health," said Mohamed Juma Buamaim, vice-chairman and CEO of 'Golf in Dubai'. The twice event champion suffered the injury earlier this month during the first round of the South African Open. ...
  
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• Tottenham's new stadium designed to make chants louder

  23-01-2017 19:53 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  'Acousticians' have aided the design of Tottenham's new 61,000-capacity stadium in order to help fan chants sound even louder and more clear, say architectural firm Populous.
  
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• Tottenham get down to business on winter training camp

  23-01-2017 19:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Pochettino opted to whisk his men straight off following the valuable point at Manchester City in order to put Spurs through a quick winter training camp before they return to action against Wycombe.
  
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• Nice names a street after late F1 driver Bianchi

  23-01-2017 19:36
  The late French Formula One driver Jules Bianchi now has a street named after him following a ceremony in his home city of Nice on Monday. Compatriot and former racing rival Jean-Eric Vergne posted a photograph on Instagram of the street sign at the Rue Jules Bianchi, with the dates 1989-2015 and the words 'Pilote de Formule 1.' "Merci Nice...we miss you Jules," he added. Bianchi, 25, died in hospital in Nice after nine months in a coma following a Japanese Grand Prix crash in October 2014 that
  
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• Everyone to blame for Liverpool's leaky defence, says Klopp

  23-01-2017 19:36
  (Reuters) - Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp has spread the blame for their leaky defence across the team as he prepares to pitch Cameroonian defender Joel Matip into Wednesday's League Cup semi-final, second leg against Southampton. On Saturday, Liverpool conceded three goals at Anfield for only the second time under Klopp as they lost 3-2 to lowly Swansea City in the Premier League, a defeat that has seen them drop to fourth, 10 points behind leaders Chelsea.
  
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• Italy coach O'Shea wants team to be feared at next Rugby World Cup

  23-01-2017 19:15
  (Reuters) - Italy coach Conor O'Shea has set his side a series of goals from competitiveness in the Six Nations to instilling fear at the next World Cup as he seeks to continue their upward curve under his guidance. "Be competitive in the Six Nations is the first (goal), become the team that no one wants to face at the next World Cup must be the second," O'Shea said at a news conference. "I'm not stupid, I know that my work will be evaluated based on Italy's results, but I want that our focus re
  
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• Liverpool's Markovic joins Hull on loan

  23-01-2017 19:12
  (Reuters) - Liverpool's Serbia winger Lazar Markovic has joined Hull City on loan for the rest of the season, the Yorkshire club said on their website on Monday. Markovic has returned to the Premier League to help Hull in their relegation battle after a season-long loan at Portuguese side Sporting Lisbon was cut short by mutual agreement. The 22-year-old, who has played 22 times for Serbia, has struggled to make an impact since moving to Liverpool from Benfica in a 20 million pounds deal in 2014
  
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• England boss Trevor Bayliss opens ODI door to Stuart Broad

  23-01-2017 19:01 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  England’s below-par bowling in their one-day series defeat by India has left the door ajar for those on the sidelines to gate-crash the Champions Trophy party.
  
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• Australian Open: Johanna Konta beats Ekaterina Makarova in straight sets

  23-01-2017 18:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Britain's Johanna Konta beats Russian Ekaterina Makarova 6-1 6-4 to set up an Australian Open quarter-final against Serena Williams.
  
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• Southampton try again for Napoli striker Manolo Gabbiadini

  23-01-2017 18:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Southampton have made a fresh approach to Napoli for striker Manolo Gabbiadini. The 25-year-old is available in this window with Napoli demanding at least £18million.
  
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