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Philippines celebrates Alex Eala after historic WTA win

Alex Eala’s historic WTA title has triggered a tennis surge in the Philippines, earning praise from President Ferdinand Marcos and inspiring new interest in the sport.

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Tearful Jack Draper beaten on comeback at Canadian Open

Jack Draper was in tears during a first-round defeat by Terence Atmane at the Canadian Open, raising fresh doubts over his return to full fitness and his prospects for Cincinnati and the US Open.

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High-speed water sports return to Loch Ryan

Five days of Scottish Fin and Foil Championships racing have begun on Loch Ryan near Stranraer, with more than 100 competitors, community taster sessions and a new youth programme.

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Brook stars as Sunrisers set Hundred record in win over Spirit

Harry Brook hit a 15-ball fifty as Sunrisers Leeds posted a Hundred-record 241-2 and beat London Spirit by 37 runs at Headingley.

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Ireland’s Afghanistan series risks ECB anger over future England fixtures

Ireland’s five-match ODI series against Afghanistan has prompted concern at the ECB and could affect future England fixtures, with the first match due in Bready on Wednesday.

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Wenger backs Fifa to scrap private investment World Cup plan

Arsene Wenger said scrapping Fifa's private investment plan was “absolutely necessary and beyond question” after days of controversy, Uefa threats and criticism from Prince Ali and Mattias Grafstrom.

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Stokes on Root concerns and hopes for Stephen Fleming

Ben Stokes says he is “definitely” retired from England duty, but admits concerns over Joe Root’s return as Test captain and reflects on captaincy, alcohol culture and the Ashes.

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Tough Champions League tests await Hearts and Rangers

Hearts and Rangers begin their Women’s Champions League qualifying campaigns this week, with difficult ties against experienced European opposition in Denmark and Scotland.

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'Just joking' added to England World Cup win tattoo

Sean Carrington, from Wigan, added “just joking!” to his £550 England World Cup winners tattoo after the team’s semi-final exit to Argentina.

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Uganda team manager says missing Glasgow boxers have switched off phones

Police Scotland is investigating after several athletes failed to return home following the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, with Uganda’s team among those affected.

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Bubista quits Cape Verde role as Renard returns to Ivory Coast

Bubista has resigned as Cape Verde coach to join RS Berkane after leading the Blue Sharks to their first World Cup finals and the last 32.

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Toone thankful to Skinner after his Man Utd exit

Ella Toone says she will always be grateful to Marc Skinner after he supported her through her father's death, following his exit from Manchester United by mutual consent.

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