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• Williams sisters to play together at Wimbledon

  16-06-2026 12:18 via bbc.com
  
  Serena Williams is given a wildcard to play alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon women's doubles.
  
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• Kyle Busch's widow posts eerie photo and claims NASCAR icon is speaking to her from heaven after his shock death at 41

  17-06-2026 17:13 via dailymail.com
  
  In a lengthy statement posted on Instagram on Tuesday, Busch revealed that one of the toughest nights she's had since his death concluded with a rainbow shining on a pair of his shoes.
  
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• England vs Croatia - World Cup LIVE: Live score, team news and updates as Thomas Tuchel's starting XI is 'leaked' - and fans and WAGs hit Dallas

  17-06-2026 16:28 via dailymail.com
  
  England are finally ready to join the World Cup party - and get underway with their opening game against Croatia in Group L tonight.
  
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• Reason for Lionel Messi's tears revealed: Insider opens up on 'serious health problem' that has left Argentina superstar devastated

  17-06-2026 16:27 via dailymail.com
  
  The story came to light on Tuesday night after Messi cried on the pitch in Kansas City, immediately after scoring his first ever World Cup hat-trick to ensure a 3-0 win over Algeria.
  
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• Former NFL first-round draft pick makes shock decision to retire at 27

  17-06-2026 16:23 via dailymail.com
  
  Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker and edge rusher Joe Tryon-Shoyinka is retiring from the NFL.
  
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• Ryan Giggs, 52, soaks in the Caribbean sunshine with lingerie model girlfriend - 14 years his junior - while his Class of 92 teammates live it up in New York for the World Cup

  17-06-2026 16:17 via dailymail.com
  
  The couple, who share a child together, appeared smitten as they enjoyed a dip in the ocean on a beach near Bridgetown, Barbados, on Wednesday.
  
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• With Harry Kane's provider in chief at Bayern Munich and national idol James Rodriguez, Colombia return to the World Cup on a wave of optimism

  17-06-2026 16:15 via dailymail.com
  
  After a lengthy World Cup slump, Colombia come to Mexico City's Estadio Azteca chanting 'we're back.'
  
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• Socceroos World Cup hero Nestory Irankunda's brother is charged over alleged 'offensive or disorderly' incident with police

  17-06-2026 16:11 via dailymail.com
  
  Socceroos World Cup hero Nestory Irankunda's older brother has been charged with a raft of offences after allegedly clashing with police in South Australia .
  
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• Hull City fighting to avoid Premier League points deduction - before first season after promotion starts - as owner admits they must sell players

  17-06-2026 15:55 via dailymail.com
  
  The Tigers must sell players before the end of the month to avoid punishment after overspending by about £6million in their profit and sustainability (PSR) calculation.
  
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• State of Origin II RECAP: Laurie Daley's bizarre reaction to MCG flogging that saw Queensland storm to huge win after Blues star was sin-binned

  17-06-2026 15:44 via dailymail.com
  
  All the action and reaction from State of Origin II at the MCG in Melbourne as Queensland send the series to a decider at Suncorp Stadium in three weeks time
  
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• Revealed: Eye-watering sum Fox is set to make from 'hydration break' commercials alone at FIFA World Cup

  17-06-2026 15:35 via dailymail.com
  
  Doctors recommend active adults drink between 80 and 100 ounces of water daily, and Rupert Murdoch couldn't agree more. See how much his Fox Sports is making off of the World Cup hydration breaks.
  
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• NSW fans blame two villains for damning the team to Origin game two loss - and one of them is the coach

  17-06-2026 15:34 via dailymail.com
  
  New South Wales coach Laurie Daley has found himself in the firing line after a dismal display by the Blues in Origin II.
  
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• NFL legend Terry Bradshaw gives update on his Fox future after humiliating errors prompted calls for him to retire

  17-06-2026 15:31 via dailymail.com
  
  Fox Sports has not indicated if long-time NFL analyst Terry Bradshaw will remain with the network beyond the 2026 season, but as the four-time Super Bowl champion already knows his answer.
  
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• New footage shows shocking moment Texas cop pushes Jalen Brunson during Knicks' NBA Finals celebrations

  17-06-2026 15:23 via dailymail.com
  
  A newly surfaced social media video has captured a tense moment between Brunson and the officer during the New York Knicks' historic NBA championship celebration.
  
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• State of Origin player ratings: See who starred and who flopped as the Queensland Maroons went on a second half rampage

  17-06-2026 15:11 via dailymail.com
  
  State of Origin 2026 is heading to a decider after the Queensland Maroons tore NSW apart 44-24 at the MCG on Wednesday night
  
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• Queensland fans fume as Kotoni Staggs avoids sending off for apparent head shot on Kalyn Ponga in moment that cost New South Wales the match and possibly the series

  17-06-2026 14:22 via dailymail.com
  
  Queensland fans have been left fuming after Kotoni Staggs was able to avoid being sent off for what appeared to be a head shot on Kalyn Ponga.
  
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• State of Origin referee Ashley Klein is booed by fans after revelations he lost more than $400,000 on horse and greyhound racing

  17-06-2026 14:18 via dailymail.com
  
  State of Origin referee Ashley Klein was on the receiving end of significant booing when he was shown on the big screen ahead of kick-off at State of Origin II.
  
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• The four key battles which will decide England vs Croatia: The Tottenham teenager who could lock up Harry Kane, why 40-year-old Luka Modric can still cause damage - and the crucial two clashes on the flanks

  17-06-2026 14:10 via dailymail.com
  
  England kick off their World Cup campaign against Croatia in Texas at 9pm UK time. It's a repeat of the devastating 2018 World Cup semi-final, which England lost 2-1.
  
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• Croatia's most famous fan leads claims in her country that 'bragging' England are ARROGANT - as underdogs predict the Three Lions will lose their World Cup opener

  17-06-2026 14:10 via dailymail.com
  
  Ivana Knoll - a Croatian model and attention-seeker-in-chief from the Adriatic nation -believes Luka Modric and Co. will have another strong tournament due to their togetherness.
  
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• State of Origin LIVE: Fans blast Nine after broadcaster ruined first try of the match - Queensland storm to huge win after Blues star is sin-binned

  17-06-2026 14:09 via dailymail.com
  
  NSW got up - barely - in a game one that was tinged by a huge controversy. Now the Maroons must strike back to stay in the hunt to lift the shield.
  
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• State or Origin referee Ashley Klein is booed by fans after revelations he lost more than $400,000 on horse and greyhound racing

  17-06-2026 14:00 via dailymail.com
  
  State of Origin referee Ashley Klein was on the receiving end of significant booing when he was shown on the big screen ahead of kick-off at State of Origin II.
  
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• Arsenal close in on Northern Ireland teen, Derby eye return for former Liverpool star and Bernardo Silva seals Real switch after trophy-laden Man City career: WINDOW WATCH

  17-06-2026 14:00 via dailymail.com
  
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments...
  
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• The Wags have landed as England World Cup fans drink Dallas dry: Ollie Watkins' wife and her '100 suitcases' lead way as fans takeover rodeo and party until bars run out of beer

  17-06-2026 13:22 via dailymail.com
  
  NICK PISA AND SAM GREENHILL IN DALLAS: The England WAGs including Ollie Watkins' influencer wife Ellie Alderson have touched down in Dallas.
  
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• State of Origin LIVE: Queensland lead early in the second half as viewers blast Nine after broadcaster ruined first try of the match

  17-06-2026 13:22 via dailymail.com
  
  NSW got up - barely - in a game one that was tinged by a huge controversy. Now the Maroons must strike back to stay in the hunt to lift the shield.
  
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• Channel Nine is slammed by viewers who missed a crucial State of Origin moment as broadcaster turns game into a commercial-a-thon

  17-06-2026 13:03 via dailymail.com
  
  State of Origin broadcaster Channel Nine has been slammed by viewers after they missed a crucial moment in State of Origin II.
  
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• Danny Rohl's Rangers departure FINALLY confirmed... with Derek McInnes ready to replace him

  17-06-2026 13:01 via dailymail.com
  
  Rangers have finally confirmed the departure of head coach Danny Rohl to Red Bull Salzburg 'by mutual agreement' - paving the way for Derek McInnes to join the Ibrox club from Hearts.
  
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• World Cup fans hail Wayne Rooney's TV glow-up as they say he's lost 'loads of weight' after getting rid of his beard

  17-06-2026 12:50 via dailymail.com
  
  Rooney, 40, was part of the BBC's team of pundits alongside Laurent Koscielny and Olivier Giroud last night as France ran out 3-1 victors over Senegal in New Jersey.
  
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• Jose Mourinho's Premier League raid: Real Madrid confirm signing of Man City veteran Bernardo Silva... days after Marc Cucurella agrees £51.8m move from Chelsea

  17-06-2026 12:41 via dailymail.com
  
  Real Madrid have announced the signing of Bernardo Silva - picking up the 31-year-old free agent to bolster Jose Mourinho's squad. 
  
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• Derby eye return for former Liverpool star and Bernardo Silva seals Real switch after trophy-laden Man City career: WINDOW WATCH

  17-06-2026 12:40 via dailymail.com
  
  The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season. Here are today's latest developments...
  
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• MICHAEL OWEN: My radical plan to win England the World Cup - take Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and Marcus Rashford off at half-time

  17-06-2026 12:15 via dailymail.com
  
  Why not quicken things up and play to our strengths? There is so much debate as to who should play on the left, who should play in the middle, who should play on the right.
  
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