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• Pumped-up British starlet Jack Draper loses Wimbledon boys' final

  15-07-2018 23:59 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  KIERAN GILL ON COURT NO 1: His swagger and attitude had Court No 1 bouncing but it wasn't to be for Draper, and Wimbledon's wait for a first British boys' champion since 1962 continues.
  
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• 19 years on from his infamous Open choke, Jean van de Velde returns to Carnoustie with no regrets

  15-07-2018 23:52 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DEREK LAWRENSON: 19 years on from an infamous choke at The Open, Jean ven de Velde insists he has never been haunted by his final hole blues.
  
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• World Cup stats special: Everything you need to know from the thrilling tournament in Russia 

  15-07-2018 23:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  A brilliant World Cup can to an end with France beating Croatia to lift the trophy at the Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday. Here, Sportsmail brings you all the best statistics from the tournament in Russia.
  
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• 'France didn't play football... Croatia were better than them,' blasts Dejan Lovren

  15-07-2018 23:47 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  IAN HERBERT AT THE LUZHNIKI STADIUM: Dejan Lovren slammed France's World Cup tactics and insisted Croatia were the better side in Sunday's final.
  
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• Jorge Sampaoli leaves Argentina role after World Cup horror show

  15-07-2018 23:43 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Jorge Sampaoli has left his position as Argentina coach after a disappointing World Cup in which the South Americans were eliminated in the last 16 by eventual champions France.
  
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• Referee Nestor Pitana was spot on with VAR - Ivan Perisic handled the ball deliberately

  15-07-2018 23:41 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  GRAHAM POLL - MY VERDICT: Croatia, masters of the dark arts, were initially undone by a dive which fooled Nestor Pitana, the Argentinian referee.
  
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• US Senior Women's Open: Laura Davies triumphs at Chicago Golf Club

  15-07-2018 23:40 via bbc.co.uk
  England's Dame Laura Davies dominates the first edition of the US Senior Women's Open at Chicago Golf Club.
  
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• 'I don't mind Paul Pogba dancing now,' says Roy Keane after France's World Cup win

  15-07-2018 23:39 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  IAN HERBERT AT THE LUZHNIKI STADIUM: Paul Pogba has faced criticism for focusing on off-the-field distractions rather than football - but any talk of haircuts and dancing came second to Sunday's show.
  
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• Wimbledon awards: Nadal thrilled us but no-one noted Sharapova's exit

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Wimbledon has come to a conclusion with Novak Djokovic triumphing in the men's singles while Angelique Kerber won the women's tournament.MIKE DICKSON gives his view on the best and the worst.
  
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• Wayne Rooney loving the quiet life as DC United striker says 'it was been very easy to settle'

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Wayne Rooney has been in Washington for just over two weeks and, while there is nothing that can surprise him in terms of football, his experiences off the pitch so far have opened his eyes.
  
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• Tiger Woods is back at The Open... but nobody is watching at Carnoustie!

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  DEREK LAWRENSON AT CARNOUSTIE: If Tiger Woods wanted initial Open preparations to be as low-key as possible, he could not have picked a more appropriate time to play on Sunday afternoon.
  
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• Thibaut Courtois throws Chelsea into turmoil by refusing to commit

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Chelsea are in turmoil just two days after Maurizio Sarri was confirmed as new manager as Thibaut Courtois joined Eden Hazard in casting huge doubt over his future at the club.
  
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• Robin Goodfellow's racing tips: Best bets for Monday, July 16

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Sportsmail's racing expert Robin Goodfellow dishes out his tips ahead of Monday's meetings at Ayr, Ripon, Windsor and Wolverhampton.
  
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• Our verdict? Out of this world... Sportsmail's experts on Russia 2018

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The 2018 World Cup has finally come to an end - and it was one of the most exciting, unpredictable and memorable tournaments for many years.
  Sportsmail's experts and give their opinions.
  
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• Novak Djokovic inspired by son's visit to Centre Court at Wimbleson

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  All England Club rules forbid children under five being on the show courts during matches, but three year-old Stefan was brought into the players' box after his father had completed his victory.
  
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• Kerber coach Wim Fissette has knack of seeing off Serena Williams

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  After dragging herself off Centre Court, Angelique Kerber ran up to the players’ box with one man in her sights. There she cried in the arms of her coach Fissette, who has transformed her tennis.
  
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• Harry Kane talks of pride as he is confirmed Golden Boot winner

  15-07-2018 23:30
  • Kane: ‘There is still stuff I can improve on’
  • John Stones: ‘We set a lot of markers and should be proud’Harry Kane says he has now proved he can perform on every major stage in football after winning the World Cup Golden Boot. The 24-year-old scored six goals at Russia 2018, holding off competition from Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku and France’s Kylian Mbappé among others to win the trophy. Related: Golden Boot standings: top scorers for Russia
  
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• Harry Kane beaming after sealing World Cup Golden Boot

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Harry Kane has expressed his pride at winning the Golden Boot. The England striker’s tally of six goals was enough to be the tournament’s top scorer and follow in the footsteps of Gary Lineker.
  
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• England are greeted by fans behind barbed wire while Belgium are received by a party

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  MATT LAWTON - CHIEF SPORTS REPORTER IN ST PETERSBURG: A bronze medal might have been at stake but evidence of how little this match actually meant to both sides soon became clear.
  
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• ATV Irdning captain Hannes Wallner insists amateurs didn't give up in 22-0 defeat by Everton

  15-07-2018 23:30 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Irdning’s reserve goalkeeper, Wolfgang Zelzer, turned away and allowed Nikola Vlasic to sidefoot the ball past him and score Everton's 19th goal of the friendly.
  
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• Gareth Southgate praises FA as he prepares to take England to next level

  15-07-2018 23:29
  • Southgate: ‘We have to keep investing in young players’
  • ‘FA board were keen we showed signs of progress ’Gareth Southgate has paid tribute to the Football Association for adopting his long-term vision for England’s future, as the national manager, fresh from steering his young side to fourth place at the World Cup, targets the next stage of his team’s development. Related: FA has right to credit where it is due for England’s advances in Rus
  
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• Pussy Riot claim responsibility for World Cup final pitch invasion - video

  15-07-2018 23:22
  The Russian protest performance group 'Pussy Riot' has claimed responsibility for invading the pitch during the World Cup Final in order to bring attention to Russia's lack of political competition and police impunity Continue reading...
  
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• Three presidents, one umbrella & a TV director's nightmare - the memorable end to the World Cup

  15-07-2018 23:14 via bbc.co.uk
  A biblical rainstorm, contrasting presidents and men in suits obscuring the crucial moment - the World Cup presentation ceremony was almost as entertaining as the final.
  
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• French players invade Didier Deschamps's press conference - video

  15-07-2018 23:09
  After France’s victory over Croatia in the World Cup final, many of the players invaded their manager’s press conference, chanting his name and showering him with drinks Continue reading...
  
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• Highest scoring final since 1966 caps epic Russia World Cup

  15-07-2018 22:57 via bbc.co.uk
  The highest scoring final since 1966 was a fitting end to one of the best World Cups in recent memory.
  
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• Macron dabbing and crowds roaring: France crowned World Cup champions – video

  15-07-2018 22:46
  France are World Cup champions 2018 after an exhilarating 4-2 victory over Croatia. Didier Deschamps’s side proved too much to handle for Croatia as they produced a stunning display. Fans took to the streets to celebrate outside the Eiffel Tower and Champs-Élysées, whilst French president Emmanuel Macron celebrated with the team inside the dressing room. France seal second World Cup triumph with 4-2 win over brave Croatia Continue reading...
  
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• So Jose Mourinho, this is how you get the best out of Paul Pogba

  15-07-2018 22:40 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  IAN LADYMAN AT THE LUZHNIKI STADIUM: Even in the scoring of what was the World Cup final's decisive goal, we saw both sides of Paul Pogba. We saw the worst and then the best.
  
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• Gareth Southgate says Premier League clubs should give young players a chance

  15-07-2018 22:39 via bbc.co.uk
  Premier League managers need to be "brave enough" and give England young players a chance in the first team, says England manager Gareth Southgate.
  
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• France players invade Deschamps press conference and soak him in champagne

  15-07-2018 22:33
  • Manager praises crazy but beautiful team after World Cup win
  • Croatia’s Zlatko Dalic disputes penalty but ‘respects the referee’Ecstatic France players crashed Didier Deschamps’ press conference after their World Cup victory, chanting his name as they sprayed champagne, water and energy drinks on their coach and assembled journalists.The players were corralled out of the room before returning a few seconds later, as Deschamps was drying himself off, singing &
  
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• Croatia have 'no reason' to be dissatisfied with World Cup - Zlatko Dalic

  15-07-2018 22:32 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic told his players they should be proud of their sensational World Cup run and their performance in the final despite losing 4-2 to France at the Luzhniki Stadium.
  
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• World Cup: Didier Deschamps says France win is 'supreme coronation'

  15-07-2018 22:20 via bbc.co.uk
  France's World Cup win was the "supreme coronation" after the "hurt" of losing at Euro 2016, says coach Didier Deschamps.
  
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• Kylian Mbappé the top ticket in French collection of bottomless talent | Barney Ronay

  15-07-2018 22:11
  Will, skill and a careful coaching template have forged a side whose sheer youthfulness should frighten the rest of the worldAnd fade to blue. On a stormy, slightly wild afternoon in Moscow France became world champions for the second time, providing a bookend to one victorious era and offering a seductive hint of another to come. Related: France seal second World Cup triumph with 4-2 win over brave CroatiaContinue reading...
  
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• World Cup 2018: Soggy celebrations: Rain fails to dampen France's trophy lift

  15-07-2018 22:06 via bbc.co.uk
  Watch the reaction to the torrential rain which took the spotlight as France were crowned 2018 World Cup Champions in Moscow.
  
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• Manchester United travel to Los Angeles for preseason tour with Anthony Martial on board

  15-07-2018 22:06 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  The Red Devils boarded a plane from Manchester Airport as they geared up for their five-match preseason tour which will see them play matches in five different cities across the United States.
  
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• Ian Poulter labeled an 'a******e' by Scottish Open steward but Englishman denies abusing volunteer

  15-07-2018 21:50 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  Ian Poulter denied on Sunday night claims he abused a marshal at the Scottish Open during his third round on Saturday after allegations he aimed a 'shower of expletives' at volunteer Quintin Jardine.
  
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• Croatia punched above their weight but could not beat fate and France | David Hytner

  15-07-2018 21:40
  Luka Modric was player of the World Cup but, for all the warrior-like qualities of his teammates, the key borderline decisions went against the nation of four million peopleIvan Perisic has done more than most to ignite Croatia’s World Cup adventure, to carry them into uncharted territory and to allow this small nation with big hearts to dream of the ultimate triumph.The imposing winger gilded his legend with a lovely first-half goal that showcased not only his touch and ruthlessness but t
  
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• Chaos on the cobbles as Degenkolb wins Tour de France stage nine in Roubaix

  15-07-2018 21:27
  • Greg Van Avermaet extends lead after finishing second
  • Froome: ‘It was a brutal stage, just brutal’The stars fell like ninepins on the cobbles of the Hell of the North, as the Tour de France finally exploded into life on the ruptured roads leading from Arras to Roubaix. But the thrills and spills that provided a stream of crashes were at significant cost to the peloton.Out of the race is Richie Porte, long considered a threat to the defending champion Chris Froome, who c
  
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• The World Cup final that had everything - highlights in 90 seconds

  15-07-2018 21:21 via bbc.co.uk
  An own goal, VAR, a goalkeeping howler and more - the 2018 World Cup final between France and Croatia had everything.
  
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• John Cynn wins World Series of Poker main event after 10-hour battle to claim $8.8m

  15-07-2018 21:16
  Tony Miles finishes as runner-up and claims $5.5m second prizeCompetition draws in 7,874 players from across the globeJohn Cynn won the World Series of Poker marquee no-limit Texas Hold ‘em main event Sunday in Las Vegas, surrounded by a cheering crowd that included his father. He eliminated Tony Miles on the 442nd hand of the final table, after playing 199 hands against each other with bricks of $100 bills and a gold bracelet at the table. Cynn, 33, became $8.8m richer after playing again
  
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• Novak Djokovic’s son inspires revival at Wimbledon after wilderness years | Sean Ingle

  15-07-2018 21:14
  Singles champion fulfils boyhood dream, this time in front of his own child, as he wins his first grand slam in three yearsWhen Novak Djokovic was a young boy in Serbia he spent hours smacking tennis balls against a dilapidated wall until they became bald. On Sunday at Wimbledon , however, he became that wall: blocking, dinking and blunting everything that Kevin Anderson threw at him. Related: Jamie Murray and Victoria Azarenka miss out in mixed doubles finalContinue reading...
  
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• Mbappe: France World Cup star 'taking crown from Messi and Ronaldo'

  15-07-2018 21:05 via bbc.co.uk
  Kylian Mbappe, on the scoresheet as France won the World Cup, will be the world's best player, says ex-England defender Ro Ferdinand.
  
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• France 4-2 Croatia: World Cup final player ratings

  15-07-2018 20:58
  France’s Antoine Griezmann and Ivan Perisic of Croatia excelled but N’Golo Kanté and Ivan Rakitic were below their bestHugo Lloris His terrible mistake led to Mandzukic’s second goal. Fine save to deny Rebic in the second half though. 6 Continue reading...
  
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• Novak Djokovic: Wimbledon champion doubted another Grand Slam win

  15-07-2018 20:57 via bbc.co.uk
  Novak Djokovic doubted he would win another Grand Slam before ending a two-year drought by winning his fourth Wimbledon title.
  
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• The Open: Tiger Woods faces up to life in fast lanes at Carnoustie scorcher

  15-07-2018 20:53
  • Woods: ‘Coming here to Carnoustie is special’
  • Brandon Stone shoots round of 60 to win Scottish OpenThere was a time in the not-so distant past when Tiger Woods doubted he would feature in the Open Championship again. This week at Carnoustie marks Woods’s first appearance in the third major of the year since 2015. It was no wonder, then, that a chipper Woods stepped from the 18th green after eight Sunday practice holes.“It has been a while and I’ve miss
  
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• Kane wins World Cup Golden Boot as Modric named best player

  15-07-2018 20:53 via bbc.co.uk
  England's Harry Kane wins the Golden Boot for being the World Cup's top goalscorer, with Luka Modric winning the player of the tournament award.
  
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• World Cup 2018: England manager Gareth Southgate reflects on 'incredible experience'

  15-07-2018 20:48 via bbc.co.uk
  Gareth Southgate reflected on an 'incredible experience' with England, but warned they must continue to improve following their fourth placed finish.
  
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• Brandon Stone wins the Scottish Open

  15-07-2018 20:42 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  South African Brandon Stone won the Scottish Open by four strokes on Sunday but missed a chance to become the first to shoot 59 on the European Tour.
  
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• Philosophical fans celebrate Croatia's historic World Cup, despite final defeat

  15-07-2018 20:37
  The national team will return to a heroes’ welcome after their 4-2 loss to France• Paris celebrates World Cup win as one million fans fill Champs-ÉlyséeIn the end, the fairytale was not to be. As the clock ticked down to the end of the World Cup final, the disheartened voice of the commentator easily carried over the now silent crowd of tens of thousands who had gathered with so much hope in Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb. As the final whistle blew, and it was co
  
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• Murray & Azarenka lose Wimbledon mixed doubles final

  15-07-2018 20:34 via bbc.co.uk
  Britain's Jamie Murray and partner Victoria Azarenka lose to Alexander Peya and Nicole Melichar in the Wimbledon mixed doubles final.
  
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• Dejan Lovren floors 'Pussy Riot' pitch invader during World Cup final

  15-07-2018 20:34 via dailymail.co.uk
  
  One male protester made a beeline for Lovren and appeared to be hoping to receive a high-five, but instead found himself thrown to the floor by the unimpressed Croatian centre back.
  
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