Berliner Boersenzeitung - Sports (English)

Sosie draw gives Fabre Arc boost while Japan's Shin Emperor hopes take hit

Sosie's chances of providing trainer Andre Fabre with a record-extending ninth win in Europe's most prestigious race, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, were boosted on Thursday with a favourable draw.

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History-maker Zhang to plough on after fairytale Beijing run

China's 595th-ranked Zhang Shuai has vowed to play on after her historic run in Beijing ended valiantly in the quarter-finals on Thursday.

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Championship leader Martin warns of 'unpredictable' Japan MotoGP

Championship leader Jorge Martin on Thursday warned of "unpredictable" conditions at this weekend's Japan MotoGP as he looks to increase his lead over nearest challenger Francesco Bagnaia.

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Sri Lanka spinner Jayawickrama banned from cricket for corruption

Sri Lankan spin bowler Praveen Jayawickrama has been banned from cricket for a year by the sport's world governing body after he pleaded guilty to a corruption charge.

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Gruelling schedule highlighted as Alcaraz runs from stadium to airport

Carlos Alcaraz said Thursday he had no time to celebrate becoming the China Open champion thanks to the gruelling tennis schedule, rushing straight from the stadium to catch a flight to the ongoing Shanghai Masters.

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Conte plays down Napoli's title chances

Antonio Conte has taken Napoli back to the top of Serie A for the first time since they won the title in 2023 but he says while the fans can dream of regaining the crown "I have to keep my feet on the ground."

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Tigers, Royals, Padres advance in MLB playoffs, Brewers stay alive

Andy Ibanez smashed a three-run double in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers defeated Houston 5-2 on Wednesday to advance in the Major League Baseball playoffs.

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Baseball 'superhuman' Ohtani finds new ways to amaze among greats

Japan's Shohei Ohtani is the record-breaking baseball "superhuman" following in the footsteps of the legendary Babe Ruth who has also earned comparisons to American sporting greats Michael Jordan and Tom Brady.

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Australia's world No.7 Green wants women to play Presidents Cup

Australian major winner Hannah Green has called for women to play in the Presidents Cup to make it more competitive, saying the concept has been spoken about in the locker room.

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Messi scores two as Miami clinch MLS Supporters' Shield

Lionel Messi scored twice as Inter Miami beat the defending Major League Soccer champions the Columbus Crew 3-2 to clinch the Supporters' Shield awarded for the best regular season record.

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Tigers and Royals complete sweeps to advance in MLB playoffs

Andy Ibanez smashed a three-run double in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers defeated Houston 5-2 on Wednesday to advance in the Major League Baseball playoffs.

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Australia's most capped footballer Polkinghorne to retire

Australia's most capped player, Clare Polkinghorne, announced her retirement from international football Thursday after a career spanning almost two decades and five World Cups.

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Emery masterminds 'statement' Champions League win for Aston Villa

Bayern Munich had not lost a Champions League group game since 2017 until a 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa on Wednesday that hinted at a new era of European glory for the English side.

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Ancelotti holds hands up as Real Madrid's long unbeaten run ends

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said criticism of his team was well deserved after their long unbeaten run came to an end in a 1-0 defeat against Lille in France in the Champions League on Wednesday.

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Juventus played like a team 'possessed', says Vlahovic

Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic said his side played like they were "possessed" in Wednesday's 3-2 come-from-behind Champions League win at RB Leipzig.

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Real Madrid beaten in Champions League as Villa shock Bayern

Holders Real Madrid suffered a shock 1-0 loss to Lille in the Champions League on Wednesday, while Aston Villa defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 in a repeat of the 1982 European Cup final.

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Tigers sweep Astros to advance in MLB playoffs

Andy Ibanez smashed a three-run double in the eighth inning and the Detroit Tigers defeated Houston 5-2 on Wednesday to advance in the Major League Baseball playoffs.

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Dodgers say pitching icon Valenzuela 'focusing on health'

The Los Angeles Dodgers said legendary pitcher Fernando Valenzuela has stepped away from team broadcasting duties to "focus on his health" but hopes to return in 2025.

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Rampant Benfica smash Simeone's Atletico in Champions League

Atletico Madrid fell to a humiliating 4-0 Champions League defeat at Benfica on Wednesday.

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Conceicao stunner nets 10-man Juventus win at Leipzig

A superb solo goal from Francisco Conceicao with eight minutes remaining claimed 10-man Juventus a 3-2 win at RB Leipzig in a wild match on Wednesday.

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Aston Villa stun Bayern in repeat of 1982 European Cup final

Aston Villa repeated their famous 1982 European Cup final win over Bayern Munich as Jhon Duran's winner beat the German giants 1-0 on Wednesday.

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Rampant Benfica smash Simeone's absent Atletico

Atletico Madrid fell to a humiliating 4-0 Champions League defeat at Benfica on Wednesday.

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David strikes as Lille claim Real Madrid scalp in Champions League

Lille claimed the scalp of Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday as a Jonathan David penalty just before half-time gave the French club a famous 1-0 home win over the reigning European champions.

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Slot makes Liverpool history as Reds beat Bologna

Arne Slot became the first Liverpool manager to win eight of his opening nine matches as Mohamed Salah's brilliant strike sealed a 2-0 victory against Bologna in the Champions League on Wednesday.

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Calf injury slows Doncic as Mavs launch training camp

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic will miss a week of pre-season preparation after suffering a left calf contusion during a workout, the NBA team said on Wednesday.

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Knicks get Towns from T-wolves for Randle in major NBA deal

Karl-Anthony Towns was traded from the Minnesota Timberwolves to New York in a three-team NBA trade on Wednesday that sent Julius Randle from the Knicks to the T-wolves in return.

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Leicester coach Cheika handed ban for 'disrespecting' doctor

Leicester head coach Michael Cheika has been hit with a two-week suspension after being found guilty of disrespecting an independent match-day doctor.

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Man Utd start no cause to 'panic' says under-fire Ten Hag

Erik ten Hag said Manchester United's poor start to the season is nothing "to panic about" despite speculation his days in charge at Old Trafford could be numbered.

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More own goal agony as Girona tumble against Feyenoord

Girona lost their first ever home Champions League match 3-2 against Feyenoord on Wednesday, with two own goals helping the Dutch team edge a thrilling battle.

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South Africa trounce Ireland by 139 runs in first ODI

Ryan Rickelton and Tristan Stubbs hit half-centuries as South Africa trounced Ireland by 139 runs in the first of three one-day internationals on Wednesday.

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Spurs star Maddison eyes return to England squad

Tottenham midfielder James Maddison has set his sights on returning to the England squad this week after his painful Euro 2024 snub.

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French luxury goods giant LVMH in F1 sponsorship deal

French luxury goods giant LVMH on Wednesday announced a 10-year sponsorship deal as a global partner of Formula One.

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