The Paris 2024 Olympics are underway, with Team GB expected to be one of the largest fanbases outside of France. Despite five days until the opening ceremony, up to 600,000 tickets remain unsold, including for popular events like the 100m finals and gymnastics. Organizers confirmed that more than 20 sports still have spare seats due to late ticket releases and contingency planning. Medals at the Paris Games feature a unique design element - a piece of the Eiffel Tower removed during renovations in the last century. Each medal weighs around 530g, with gold medals containing an estimated £620 worth of raw materials. Source:

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When does the Olympics finish? Your ultimate guide

The 2024 Olympics got under way in Paris, France on July 24. It is the third time the French capital has hosted the Summer Games, the first being i...

The Football Association (FA) has appointed Lee Carsley as interim England coach following Gareth Southgate's departure. While some question the FA's decision-making process, Jonathan Wilson suggests that it may have been a deliberate attempt at cunning or simply a lack of other suitable candidates. Carsley, who has experience in youth football and club management, is being assessed for his ambassadorial skills and ability to handle the pressures of international management. Source:

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Was FA’s appointment of Lee Carsley down to political cunning or lack of options? | Jonathan Wilson

It is not unreasonable to ask why the FA did not have a candidate ready to unveil as soon as Gareth Southgate bid farewell

As athletes' competitive careers come to an end, embracing retirement can be a daunting task. Olympian Alice Dearing, who made history as the first Black female swimmer to represent Team GB at Tokyo 2020, recently announced her retirement after failing to qualify for the Paris Olympics. In an interview, she emphasized the importance of letting go and moving on, citing the pressure to "finish on a high" as a common challenge faced by athletes. However, not all Olympians are ready to retire just yet. Max Whitlock, the most decorated British gymnast of all time, finished his Olympic career with a fourth-place finish in the pommel horse event. Despite this less-than-ideal ending, he expressed gratitude for being able to go out on his terms. The Paris Olympics have seen a surge in high-profile retirements, leaving many athletes feeling unprepared for life after sport. A recent survey by the British Elite Athletes Association found that almost half of the country's Olympians and Paralympians feel unprepared for their next steps. Source:

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‘Sometimes you really have to let go’: can Olympians embrace retirement?

Alice Dearing, the first Black swimmer to represent Team GB, ended her career in April – and has some advice for those retiring after the Paris O...

The Canadian Open has seen some exciting matches, with top-ranked players Jannik Sinner and Andrey Rublev facing off in the quarterfinals. In a thrilling contest, Rublev emerged victorious with a 6-3, 1-6, 6-2 win. Sinner struggled with an injury to his right hip, which may be a concern for the upcoming US Open. Source:

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Canadian Open: Jannik Sinner knocked out by Andrey Rublev

World number one Jannik Sinner is knocked out in the quarter-finals of the Canadian Open by Andrey Rublev.

Manchester United is considering a £50m move for Brighton striker Evan Ferguson, amid concerns Chelsea may try to sign the 19-year-old Republic of Ireland international. Meanwhile, Aston Villa remains interested in Atletico Madrid's Joao Felix, but only if the Spanish club are realistic about their financial demands. Bournemouth is close to signing Barcelona defender Julian Araujo for £8.6m. Source:

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Football gossip: Ferguson, Wan-Bissaka, Osimhen, Lukaku, Felix, Lo Celso, Casemiro, Chalobah, Silva, Araujo

Manchester United monitor Evan Ferguson, Aston Villa keen on Giovani lo Celso, Victor Osimhen asks to leave Napoli, plus more.

The Premier League 2024-25 season is underway, and two teams have shared their fan previews. Ipswich Town FC and West Ham United have given insight into their team dynamics, strengths, and weaknesses. Ipswich Town FC has signed new players including Emile Smith Rowe, Jorge Cuenca, and Ryan Sessegnon. They aim to finish 15th this season with key players such as Sam Morsy and Omari Hutchinson leading the charge. A central midfielder is needed to support Morsy. West Ham United has also shared their fan preview. Rodrigo Muniz rose to the challenge after Tosin's departure, and they've signed Emile Smith Rowe and Jorge Cuenca. The team needs to sign a defender to bolster their squad. They're aiming for a 9th-place finish this season. Source:

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Premier League 2024-25 fan previews, part one: Arsenal to Ipswich

Fans have their say on key players, wonderkids and weak links – and make predictions for the season ahead

Reporter's Diary from the Paris Olympics: Unexpected Moments and Weightlifting Wonders Source:

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Olympics diary: wrestling warhorses and weightlifting wonders in Paris

Our correspondent witnesses an impromptu moment of breakdancing magic and some skatepark swearing

The Paris Olympics have come to a close, leaving behind a trail of unforgettable moments. Simone Biles' historic comeback, Alex Yee's thrilling victory in the triathlon, and Femke Bol's dominant performance in the 400m hurdles are just a few highlights from an exciting Games. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic secured his last realistic chance to win Olympic gold, while Andy Murray ended his career with a memorable run in the men's doubles. The Olympics also saw a heartwarming moment as Cindy Ngamba, a member of the IOC Refugee Olympic Team, won bronze in the women's 75kg division. Source:

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From Biles to Yee and Bol: 10 great moments at the Paris Olympics

Abiding memories of the Games included Marchand’s dominance, Ngamba’s bronze and 100m and 1500m thrillers

Boxing's Olympic future in doubt due to controversy surrounding gender tests and funding issues. The International Boxing Association (IBA) has faced scrutiny over its handling of the situation, including a recent press conference that descended into chaos. The IBA is also under pressure from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to address concerns about corruption and governance. Source:

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Gender wars and Gazprom vol-au-vents: how boxing ended up in a mess

After a fortnight of unverified claims and counter-claims the sport’s presence at the 2028 Olympics is in doubt

The NFL has introduced new kickoff rules for the upcoming season, aimed at making the play safer and more relevant. However, confusion arose during a preseason game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Jacksonville Jaguars when the ball bounced into the end zone and was ruled a touchback. The Jaguars' coach, Doug Pederson, successfully argued that it should be considered a safety instead, citing the new rules. This incident highlights the need for officials to fully understand the changes. As teams adapt to the new rules, mistakes are likely to occur, but the NFL is committed to improving the play. Source:

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Chiefs slip on NFL’s new kickoff rules, give up safety in confusing moment in preseason loss to Jaguars

The NFL’s new kickoff rules are still confusing to just about everyone, including the officials.

Caleb Williams shines in NFL preseason debut, Bears dominate Bills In their preseason opener against the Buffalo Bills, the Chicago Bears' first-team offense showed significant improvement with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams making his debut. Williams went 4-for-7 for 95 yards and a passer rating of 101.8, displaying rare arm talent and velocity. The Bears' pass game was firing on almost all cylinders, with Williams' three incompletions being the result of two drops and one miscommunication. Source:

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Schrock's Report Card: Grading Caleb Williams, Bears in dominant preseason win vs. Bills

Caleb Williams was as advertised and the Bears' defense looked the part in a dominant preseason win over the Bills in Buffalo. Insider Josh Schrock...

Chiefs WR Marquise Brown suffers shoulder injury in preseason game, season opener in doubt. Coach Andy Reid confirms sternoclavicular joint sprain, same injury that Tyreek Hill suffered in 2019. Brown's status for Week 1 matchup with Ravens uncertain. Source:

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Chiefs WR Marquise Brown leaves preseason loss to Jaguars with shoulder injury, putting season opener in doubt

Marquise Brown was taken to a hospital in Florida on Saturday night after he landed awkwardly on his shoulder after making a catch in the first qua...

Angelo Leo scored a stunning one-punch knockout victory over Luis Alberto Lopez, claiming the IBF featherweight title. The fight ended in dramatic fashion, with Leo landing a clean left hook that sent Lopez crashing to the mat. This impressive win marks Leo's 25th victory, with only one loss on his record. Lopez had previously held the title since December 2022 and had won 13 consecutive fights prior to this bout. Source:

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Angelo Leo pulls out wild one-punch knockout to stun Luis Alberto Lopez, win IBF featherweight title

We've got a new "Knockout of the Year" candidate.

The final day of the Paris Olympics saw a thrilling conclusion to the sport climbing event. The tweaks made to the program allowed for a wider range of competitors to shine, showcasing the struggles and triumphs of exceptional climbers. The lead final was particularly engrossing, with athletes pushing themselves to new heights. Source:

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Dodgers' Promising Pitcher River Ryan Suffers Forearm Injury, Adding to Team's Injuries. The Dodgers beat the Pirates 4-1 on Saturday night, but lost River Ryan to a right forearm injury in the fifth inning of his fourth career start. Ryan had a 1.72 ERA in his first three big-league outings before leaving the game with "right forearm tightness." Walker Buehler is expected to replace him in the rotation. Source:

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Again? Promising pitcher River Ryan suffers injury during Dodgers win over Pirates

Dodgers rising pitching star River Ryan suffered a forearm injury during the fifth inning of his fourth career start Saturday at Dodger Stadium.

Vergil Ortiz Jr. outlasts Serhii Bohachuk in a thrilling majority decision win, capturing the WBC interim title at 154 pounds. The 12-round bout featured constant two-way action and showcased both fighters' adaptability and resilience. Source:

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Vergil Ortiz Jr. outlasts Serhii Bohachuk for majority decision win in Fight of the Year contender

The rising American prospect picked up one of the toughest wins of his career on Saturday night

Kansas City Chiefs' Hollywood Brown Hospitalized with Shoulder Injury, Same Issue That Led to Tyreek Hill's Four-Week Absence in 2019. Preseason opener loss for the team, but concerns are rising about Brown's availability for their September 5 regular season game. Source:

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Hollywood Brown injury: Here

Brown will likely miss the start of the regular season

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise "Hollywood" Brown suffered a shoulder injury in their preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, which may impact his availability for the season opener. Coach Andy Reid confirmed that Brown sustained a sternoclavicular joint sprain, similar to an injury previously experienced by former Chiefs player Tyreek Hill. The extent of Brown's recovery is unknown, but if he misses four weeks as Hill did, he could return in time for the Week 2 matchup. Source:

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Chiefs WR Marquise Brown leaves preseason loss to Jaguars with shoulder injury, putting season opener in doubt

Marquise Brown was taken to a hospital in Florida on Saturday night after he landed awkwardly on his shoulder after making a catch in the first qua...

The first week of NFL preseason games saw a few notable injuries, with several teams losing key players. The Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers both suffered starter losses due to shoulder and forearm injuries, respectively. In addition, the Pittsburgh Steelers' first-round pick suffered a minor MCL sprain, while other players experienced hamstrings, quadriceps, and oblique strains. With plenty of time before the regular season begins, teams will be monitoring their injured players closely. Source:

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NFL preseason injuries: Giants

A rundown of notable injuries from Week 1 of the preseason

The San Francisco 49ers began their preseason play with a loss to the Tennessee Titans. Key takeaways from the game include Jordan Mason's strong performance, setting himself up as a top backup running back behind Christian McCaffrey. Additionally, quarterback Brandon Allen showed promise, completing 7 of 13 pass attempts for 98 yards. Rookie right guard Dominick Puni also saw extended action. Source:

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What we learned as 49ers begin preseason play with loss to Titans

Playing mostly backups and individuals battling for roster spots, the 49ers struggled in a 17-13 loss to the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night at ...