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Hazard thrilled with PFA honour

PFA Players' Player of the Year Award winner Eden Hazard said he has focused on scoring more this season.

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La Liga Preview:

Barcelona host Getafe, Real Madrid welcome Almeria and Atletico Madrid are on the road at Villarreal in midweek La Liga fixtures.

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Orioles crunch 18 runs to thrash Red Sox

The Baltimore Orioles put on their best offensive performance in nine years in MLB, while Miguel Cabrera continued his fine form.

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Garcia-Lopez, Vesely rise rankings

With the year's second major looming, Guillermo Garcia-Lopez moved into a prospective seeding for the French Open.

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Clarke: Expectations no bother

Not daunted by expectation, Australia captain Michael Clarke said his players will handle the heat in the Cricket World Cup semi-finals.

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Ko beats Pressel

Lydia Ko edged Morgan Pressel in a play-off to successfully defend her Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic title.

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Hazard crowned best by PFA

After his stellar season in Chelsea's midfield, Eden Hazard was awarded the PFA Players' Player of the Year award.

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Klitschko defends heavyweight belts

With his four heavyweight belts on the line, Wladimir Klitschko was not flustered by Bryant Jennings on Saturday.

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McCaw 'unlikely' for Crusaders

Richie McCaw is set to miss for Crusaders, after suffering a concussion on Saturday.

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Blackhawks, Flames progress

Into the last eight in the Stanley Cup play-offs are the Chicago Blackhawks and the Calgary Flames.

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Jokanovic eyes title for Watford

After they closed in on promotion - and were eventually secured of it later in the day - Watford still had eyes on a different prize.

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Dunga implores Brazil to use flair

Dunga wants his Brazil side to continue to entertain football fans, but is also wary of protecting their recent defensive record.

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Schweinsteiger not feeling pressure

On the brink of his first start as full-time Germany captain, Bastian Schweinsteiger has downplayed the pressure on his shoulders.

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Barzagli supports Conte call-ups

After Antonio Conte's two non-Italy born call-ups created a stir, Andrea Barzagli moved to back his former Juventus boss.

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Federer, Dimitrov head field

Hot favourite to win an 85th ATP World Tour singles title is Roger Federer, who headlines the inaugural Istanbul Open.

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Meeke on verge of maiden rally win

With two stages to go, Kris Meeke is closing in on his first win in a World Rally Championship race.

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Ferguson on trophy record

Former Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson said his desire for the club to be successful means he is willing to lose a record.

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Levante leap clear of drop zone

Another April away win for Levante saw them boost their survival claims in La Liga, while Villarreal played out another draw.

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LeBron mentored Smith

An early start to Thursday for LeBron James led to a big finish, as the Cleveland Cavaliers moved to a 3-0 series lead in the NBA play-offs.

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Slipper, Simmons sign for Australia

Queensland Reds pair James Slipper and Rob Simmons have re-signed with the Australian Rugby Union.

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Montella keen to avoid Napoli

An all-Serie A semi-final in the UEFA Europa League is what Fiorentina boss Vincenzo Montella wants to avoid.

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Trott applauds Root, Ballance

Yorkshire products Gary Ballance and Joe Root got England out of trouble, according to opener Jonathan Trott.

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Ogier sets pace at Rally Argentina

Continuing the theme of late in the WRC, Sebastien Ogier was quicker than his rivals at the Rally Argentina.

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Anderson, Milne under fitness cloud

Corey Anderson and Adam Milne are facing fitness tests, days out from New Zealand's departure for their tour of England.

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Ducks deny Jets any joy

The Anaheim Ducks denied the Winnipeg Jets a drought-breaking Stanley Cup play-off victory, advancing with a series sweep.

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Hernandez 'can thank Ronaldo'

Despite crediting Cristiano Ronaldo in celebrating his winner in the UEFA Champions League, Javier Hernandez was criticised by Thierry Henry

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Bangladesh to blood debutants

Pakistan will be out to break their winless tour of Bangladesh, in the lone Twenty20 on Friday.

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Giles: Coaches, players at fault

England's coaches and players were equally at fault for their poor Cricket World Cup campaign, said former player and coach Ashley Giles.

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Hecking realistic of Wolfsburg fate

Facing UEFA Europa League elimination, Wolfsburg coach Dieter Hecking said the campaign has been a success regardless of Thursday's result.

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Bishoo: I never gave up

After impressing in his first Test in more than three years, West Indies leg-spinner Devendra Bishoo said he deserved his re-call.

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Simeone on Atletico fans

After his side failed to score in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone was still proud.

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Finch undergoes hamstring surgery

A severe hamstring injury has left Aaron Finch requiring surgery, the Australian opener to be fit-again in July.

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Barcelona tournament 'special'

World number four Rafael Nadal said he was excited to be at "a real tennis club" ahead of the Barcelona Open.

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Presidency opponents slam Blatter

Opponents of Sepp Blatter in the FIFA presidency election have slammed the Swiss' decision to turn down a televised debate.

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Brown will be fit for World Cup

Despite being all but ruled out of club rugby for the remainder of 2015, Mike Brown will still front up for England at the Rugby World Cup.

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Jordan - conditions suited England

The ball did plenty on day one of the second Test between England and West Indies, according to Chris Jordan.

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Sherwood on Grealish

Jack Grealish should play for who he feels more tied to, not who will give him greater opportunities - Aston Villa boss Tim Sherwood said.

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Kyrgios drops as Nadal returns to top four

Returning to the top four was Rafael Nadal, while there were small gains for Tomas Berdych and Marin Cilic in the ATP World Tour rankings.

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Waugh: KP should remain banished

Steve Waugh is advising against giving controversial batsman Kevin Pietersen a recall to the England team.

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Iqbal lauds Bangladesh progression

The third ODI between Bangladesh and Pakistan may be a dead rubber, but the Tigers are looking to keep that winning feeling.

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Hansen: All Blacks can cover Cruden

Steve Hansen was not panicking upon hearing the news he was likely to be without Aaron Cruden for their Rugby World Cup defence.

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Williams waltzes past Bellis

Catherine Bellis' fairytale run at the Miami Open came to a swift conclusion at the hands of Serena Williams on Sunday.

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Serena on clay-court struggles

Preparing to embark on the clay-court season, Serena Williams said she is not ready to launch her bid for a third French Open title.

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Cruden set for scans

Monday could be the biggest day yet in the All Blacks' Rugby World Cup defence, with Aaron Cruden to learn the extent of a knee injury.

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Carver: Newcastle in survival fight

Despite sitting as high as seventh in December, Newcastle United are fighting for their Premier League place.

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Raiders down Tigers

Both Sunday's NRL matches saw big victories to the visiting sides, with the Canberra Raiders and Parramatta Eels coming from behind to win.

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Pierce: I can psyche out Raptors

Paul Pierce backed up his words with a brilliant first-up performance in the NBA play-offs.

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Curry: Davis a game-changer

Anthony Davis "changed the game" in his NBA playoffs debut, according to Steph Curry.

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Kim eagles play-off hole

Kim Sei-young did not need her putter in her final two holes, as she won the Lotte Championship in a play-off over Park Inbee.

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Sharapova starts Stuttgart defence

Maria Sharapova will begin her quest to reach a fourth consecutive French Open final, when she opens her clay-court season in Stuttgart.

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Hummels happy at home

Despite trailing heading into their UEFA Champions League second leg with Juventus, Borussia Dortmund's Mats Hummels is happy to be home.

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Toure is City's scapegoat - agent

Yaya Toure is being unfairly blamed for Manchester City's struggles in the Premier League, according to player agent Dimitri Seluk.

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Monaco must maintain attack

Monaco must not sit back against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday, coach Leonardo Jardim said, despite their two-goal lead.

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Carvalho: Arsenal's loss surprising

Ricardo Carvalho said Monaco are just as susceptible as Arsenal were in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League tie.

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Mertesacker wants Germans abroad

With Jurgen Klopp linked to Manchester City, Per Mertesacker welcomed the idea of his countrymen coaching outside Germany.

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Mertesacker on Arsenal at Wembley

After some FA Cup thrillers at Wembley last season, Per Mertesacker said Arsenal should be well-equipped to handle the pressure.

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Phelps edges Lochte

There were no signs of rust for Michael Phelps, who got one up on Ryan Lochte at a swimming meet in Arizona on Thursday.

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Ballance lauds Root

Despite scoring a century, Gary Ballance lauded team-mate Joe Root in steering England to a strong first-Test position against West Indies.

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Every, McDowell lead RBC Heritage

Major champion Graeme McDowell and two-time PGA Tour winner Matt Every are the early pace-setters at the RBC Heritage.

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Duque-Marino wins in Bogota

Seeds Monica Puig and Yaroslava Shvedova were winners at the Claro Open Colsanitas, while Mariana Duque-Marino gave the locals a hero.

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Ancelotti dismisses Ronaldo gesture

Cristiano Ronaldo was "lively", according to Carlo Ancelotti, although the Portuguese seemed aggrieved with Gareth Bale in La Liga.

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West Indies close on quarter-finals

West Indies overcame a slow start to their Cricket World Cup campaign, to virtually book a quarter-final spot on Sunday.

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MLS Preview

New York City and Philadelphia Union meet for the second time in six days in the MLS on Thursday.

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Champion Czechs host France

Fed Cup heavyweights Czech Republic welcome France to Ostrava in the weekend's semi-final action.

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Ferrari still on learning curve

Ferrari will continue to learn more about their car at the Bahrain Grand Prix, according to chief designer Simone Resta.

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Tredwell: I've taken my opportunity

England off-spinner James Tredwell hoped his four-wicket haul secured his spot for the remainder of the Test series against West Indies.

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Markevych: Dnipro can Europa title

Myron Markevych said he still feels his Dnipro side can achieve European glory this season.

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Azarenka advances in Miami

Former champion Victoria Azarenka won her first-round affair at the Miami Open, while a former world number two lost on Wednesday.

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Foley signs with Australian Rugby

Bernard Foley will remain eligible for Wallabies selection even if he serves a stint in Japan, which is allowed in his new ARU contract.

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Svitolina saunters into Bogota QFs

Elina Svitolina's bid for a third WTA Tour title continued on Wednesday, and she will next meet Irina Falconi at the Claro Open Colsanitas.

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Maxwell on 'that' dismissal

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell will not be taking any backward steps for Kings XI Punjab.

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Early crow costs steeplechaser

It is never over until it is over. That is the lesson from one college runner's mistake at the weekend.

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Svitolina safely through in Bogota

The only top 50 player in the Claro Open Colsanitas field, Elina Svitolina was a comfortable first-round victor.

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Gulbis - I've been practising well

Renowned for a lackadaisical attitude, Ernests Gulbis said he practised well before continuing his poor form this season.

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Slade signs with French club Pau

Colin Slade joined the growing list of All Blacks moving off home shores following the Rugby World Cup, signing with Top 14 side Pau.

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Sissoko lucky to avoid straight red

Moussa Sissoko was lucky not to be issued a straight red card at Anfield on Monday, according to Newcastle boss John Carver.

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Jordan, Griffin steer Clippers

In the battle for home advantage for the NBA play-offs, the Los Angeles Clippers downed Western Conference rivals the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Senators, Penguins into post-season

On the final day of the regular season, the Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins won to live another day this NHL campaign.

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Svitolina top seed in Bogota

Only one top 50 player - Elina Svitolina - is in the Claro Open Colsanitas, but a rising star from Montenegro could continue her form.

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McIlroy disappointed

Despite climbing into the top five at the Masters, Rory McIlroy was left to rue two late birdies that put him 10 shots off the pace.

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Sock, Querrey into Houston final

Americans continued to be prevalent at the US Men's Clay Court Championship, with Jack Sock and Sam Querrey making the final.

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FFP protects big clubs - Kompany

Vincent Kompany said UEFA's Financial Fair Play rules protect some of England's bigger clubs, and not the minnows.

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La Liga Review

Four goals from Santi Mina sent Celta de Vigo careering past Rayo Vallecano, while Real Madrid were the happiest of the La Liga challengers.

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Querrey sends Lopez packing

Feliciano Lopez and Santiago Giraldo were the seeds to exit the US Men's Clay Court Championship on Friday, as two locals progressed.

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Mickelson maintains composure

Despite conceding a sizable start to the red-hot Jordan Spieth, Phil Mickelson is not panicking in his bid for a fourth Masters title.

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Petkovic extends Charleston streak

In her third Family Circle Cup campaign, Andrea Petkovic remains unbeaten - but only after a scare from Danka Kovinic.

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Nadal out to regain Monte Carlo

Eight-time champion Rafael Nadal will look to win the Monte Carlo Masters for the first time in three years.

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Woods: I was at a pretty low moment

Defying the doubters on Friday was Tiger Woods, who shot four birdies in his second round to make the cut at The Masters.

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Chasing Spieth helped me - Hoffman

With Jordan Spieth charging towards a maiden green jacket, Charley Hoffman is using the Masters leader as a lure.

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Arouca 0 Belenenses 1

A penalty from Pele continued Belenenses' push for a spot in Europe next season, and earned their 11th Primeira Liga win.

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Klizan maintains Morocco form

Seeds Martin Klizan and Jiri Vesely progressed to the Grand Prix Hassan II semi-finals on Friday, the latter not needing his swimwear.

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Barcelona to face Olympiacos

Real Madrid denied Barcelona top spot in their Euroleague Top 16 group, handing their Spanish rivals a tough quarter-final date.

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Ligue 1 Preview

Having not won at the Stade Chaban Delmas in 19 matches, Marseille will look to make it 20th time lucky against Bordeaux in Ligue 1.

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Ducks, Bruins dealt shutout losses

All three of Wednesday's NHL fixtures ended with shutouts, with Western Conference top seed aspirants Anaheim Ducks beaten.

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A-League Preview

Melbourne Victory will be keen to maintain top spot in the A-League against a struggling Newcastle Jets outfit.

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Whitecaps 2 Crew 2

Kei Kamara's brace was not enough for Columbus Crew to get all three points on Wednesday, as Vancouver Whitecaps fought back for a 2-2 draw.

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Lopez tames Groth on Houston clay

All four seeds in action on Wednesday came off winners, with top seed Feliciano Lopez among them at the US Men's Clay Court Championship.

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Napoli need to convert chances

Rafa Benitez was left to rue Napoli's recent lack of goals, as they lost at home to miss out on the Coppa Italia final.

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Spieth: Australian win boosted form

Despite several impressive results on the PGA Tour, Jordan Spieth credits his Australian Open win as his most important.

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Tipsarevic saves match points

It was a successful return to action for Janko Tipsarevic, who saved match points in his win at the US Men's Clay Court Championship.

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Bouchard chasing match practice

Struggling since January, Eugenie Bouchard said she is looking to get some match practice as she embarks on the clay-court season.

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Petkovic, Kerber win in Charleston

The four top-eight seeds in action at the Family Circle Cup were pushed in three setters on Tuesday, but all came out winners.

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Luatua signs with NZ Rugby

Steven Luatua committed to New Zealand Rugby on Wednesday, the All Blacks lock signing until 2017.

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Graham apologetic after ref rant

Instigator of the controversial finish to the Good Friday clash between South Sydney Rabbitohs and Canterbury Bulldogs, James Graham has apologised.

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The Masters: Key holes at Augusta

Here, we take a look at some of the holes to watch at Augusta 2015.

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Woods harbours winning hopes

Despite two months off the PGA Tour, Tiger Woods said he has the game to compete at The Masters, starting Thursday.

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Royals smash Samardzija

Last season's runners-up the Kansas City Royals started their World Series bid with a healthy victory on MLB's opening day.

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Matosevic injury aids Querrey

Sam Groth will play top seed Feliciano Lopez next, while Sam Querrey needed little time to advance at the US Men's Clay Court Championship.

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Chilean amateur Dominguez confident

Just the second Chilean to play at The Masters, Matias Dominguez is not daunted by the challenge of tackling Augusta.

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Woods draws crowd

Despite slipping outside the top 100, Tiger Woods continues to be a popular figure on the golf course ahead of The Masters.

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Davis edges thriller over Min

Eugenie Bouchard's first opponent at the Family Circle Cup will be Lauren Davis, after the latter won a marathon first-round clash.

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Maddon: Cubs need divisional test

Joe Maddon wants his Chicago Cubs to be tested, ahead of the MLB season opener against the St Louis Cardinals on Sunday.

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Rangers go top of NHL

Returning to the top of the NHL standings were the New York Rangers with their 50th win of the season.

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Bailey: I'm not expecting captaincy

Despite leading Australia into the Cricket World Cup, George Bailey said he is not expecting to be handed the ODI captaincy permanently.

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Verdasco to defend Houston title

After a year without a final appearance, Fernando Verdasco will be hungry for success - as will Janko Tipsarevic, who returns to competition

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Stormers captain Vermeulen rested

Stormers will sacrifice their captain Duane Vermeulen for two matches, with a Rugby World Cup campaign beckoning for the Springbok.

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Spieth leads in Houston

After having to qualify for the Houston Open field, Austin Cook is on the brink of getting a start at The Masters.

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La Liga Review

Europe aspirants Sevilla and Atletico Madrid both won on Saturday, while Levante's La Liga survival hopes were boosted.

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NRL referee struck by bottle

Ugly scenes followed South Sydney's 18-17 win over Canterbury on Good Friday, with Bulldogs fans launching objects at the referees.

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Suarez Navarro dreams of top rank

After reaching her first WTA Premier-level final, Carla Suarez Navarro is eyeing the number one ranking.

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Ganguly: Kaka, Kolkata in talks

Kaka is in talks with Atletico de Kolkata, according to the co-owner of the Indian Super League outfit Sourav Ganguly.

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Ko matches Sorenstam record

Lydia Ko matched Annika Sorenstam's record for consecutive LPGA Tour rounds under par, while Morgan Pressel led the ANA Inspiration.

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Djokovic overcomes sluggish start

It was not as easy as the straights-sets scoreline suggested, but Novak Djokovic got past David Ferrer to reach the Miami Open semi-finals.

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Piercy ties course record

Scott Piercy went low to take the Houston Open lead, while Phil Mickelson, Sergio Garcia and Jonas Blixt impressed.

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Berdych, Murray tight-lipped ahead of re-match

Tomas Berdych and Andy Murray were tight-lipped regarding their previous meeting, ahead of their Miami Open semi-final.

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Flyers dominate in Pittsburgh

The Philadelphia Flyers continued their love affair with the Consol Energy Center, while the Anaheim Ducks chalked up win number 50.

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Brandon Starc emerges from Mitch's shadow

Brandon Starc will look to eclipse brother Mitchell in the popularity stakes, when he takes to the IAAF World Championship.

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Bundesliga Preview:

Bundesliga heavyweights Bayern Munich and Wolfsburg are looking to bounce back after failing to win last time out.

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Lehmann defends Haddin behaviour

Australia played fair in the Cricket World Cup final, according to coach Darren Lehmann - who was responding to a public backlash.

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Fowler hungry for major title

Rickie Fowler enjoyed a consistent year in golf's majors in 2014, but he is eyeing a trophy in '15.

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Heat hire coach Vettori

Daniel Vettori already has two coaching jobs to his name, days after his international retirement was announced.

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Knee injury floors Starc

After a remarkable World Cup campaign, Australian left-armer Mitchell Starc will take up to three weeks off to nurse a minor knee injury.

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Coles suffers elbow ligament damage

With the Rugby World Cup starting in less than six months, New Zealand hooker Dane Coles is facing over one month out of action.

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Djokovic defeats Dolgopolov

Always one to work his way out of precarious positions, Novak Djokovic did it again on Tuesday - advancing to the Miami Open quarter-finals.

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Bruins boost wildcard hopes

The Boston Bruins remain on track for another NHL post-season but a seven-match winning streak could not spare the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Suarez Navarro, Petkovic into semis

Carla Suarez Navarro and Andrea Petkovic teed up a semi-final clash at the Miami Open, after contrasting victories.

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Peru 0 Venezuela 1

Venezuela made it two successive wins over Peru, who tasted defeat in their first friendly of 2015.

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Nerves to blame for Nadal slump

Despite having 14 majors to his name, Rafael Nadal has shown he is human by conceding nerves were the reason for his Miami Open downfall.

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Mexico v Paraguay preview

After a lack of goals in their first respective friendlies of the international break, Mexico and Paraguay will be on the attack on Tuesday.

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Kerr clinches 17th title

Nine final-round birdies sent Cristie Kerr to her first LPGA Tour title since 2013, and 17th overall.

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Haddin: New Zealand deserved send-offs

Brad Haddin said his send-offs of New Zealand batsmen were a conscious effort to spice up their rivalry in the Cricket World Cup final.

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Cricket World Cup: 10 moments

Australia and New Zealand will contest Sunday's Cricket World Cup final in Melbourne. Here are some of the tournament's best moments.

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Road To The CWC Final - New Zealand

New Zealand went unbeaten on their way to a maiden Cricket World Cup final. Here is how their tournament unfolded.

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Dharmasena, Kettleborough in final

With Australia and New Zealand set to battle for the Cricket World Cup, Kumar Dharmasena and Richard Kettleborough will officiate.

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MCG size no concern for Southee

Tim Southee said New Zealand will have no trouble adjusting to the MCG's size for the Cricket World Cup final on Sunday.

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Rangers book NHL play-off spot

With nine regular-season games to play, the New York Rangers officially booked their NHL post-season place.

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Gavrilova stuns erroneous Sharapova

Ranked just inside the top 100, Daria Gavrilova pulled off a stunning upset win over Maria Sharapova at the Miami Open.

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Podolski plays down Germany cameo

Germany forward Lukas Podolski immediately set about talking down his goal, which helped his country to a 2-2 draw against Australia.

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Van Gerwen wins all-Dutch battle

Michael van Gerwen maintained his Premier League Darts lead, almost producing a nine-darter in his sixth win of the competition.

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Alonso cleared to race in Malaysia

After sustaining injuries in a crash in pre-season testing, Fernando Alonso has been cleared to race at Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix.

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Spurs, Cavs and Clippers win big

There were 30-point-plus wins for the San Antonio Spurs and Los Angeles Clippers in the NBA on Wednesday.

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Leverock does it for Bermuda again

The Leverock name has once again been prevalent for Bermuda in a World Cup.

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Clarke: Expectations no bother

Not daunted by expectation, Australia captain Michael Clarke said his players will handle the heat in the Cricket World Cup semi-finals.

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India's SCG form surprises Clarke

India are often touted as 'SCG specialists', so it even surprised Michael Clarke that they have only once beaten Australia in an ODI there.

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Rio sailing venue 'going to be' OK

With fears surrounding the pollution in Rio's Guanabara Bay, Rio Olympics Organising Committee president Carlos Nuzman was not worried.

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Dalkurd escape Germanwings tragedy

Dalkurd were fortunate not to lose players and staff, after they narrowly avoided boarding doomed Germanwings flight 4U9525.

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Niculescu sets up Williams re-match

For the second time in March, Monica Niculescu will take on Serena Williams - after the Romanian advanced at the Miami Open.

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Podolski needs club happiness

After enduring struggles at Inter and unsure of an Arsenal return, Lukas Podolski must find a happy home - Oliver Bierhoff said.

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Conte welcomes naturalised Italians

After debate regarding the inclusion of naturalised players in the international squad, Antonio Conte said all were welcome in his side.

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NFL clarifies catch rule

After Dez Bryant was denied what appeared to be a catch at a crucial stage of a play-off game, the NFL have sought to clarify the rule.

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Big hitters favoured at Texas Open

TPC San Antonio suits the big hitters, according to two-time Texas Open champion Zach Johnson - who is in strong form.

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Tipsarevic announces comeback

After almost one-and-a-half years out of action, Janko Tipsarevic is set to return to the ATP World Tour in Miami.

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Postecoglou keen to build

Despite securing continental success, Ange Postecoglou wants his Australia side to keep improving ahead of their friendly with Germany.

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Kaka motivated to reach Russia

Despite earning just seven international caps since 2010, Kaka harbours ambitions of playing at the 2018 World Cup.

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McIlroy to don yellow at Augusta

Rory McIlroy will be wearing yellow at the Masters, where he could complete a career grand slam.

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Deschamps: No regrets on Mathieu

Jeremy Mathieu's goal in El Clasico does not make a difference to Didier Deschamps' France squad, the coach claimed.

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I calmed down Balotelli

The home-ground advantage had more benefits than usual for Liverpool on Sunday, with a supporter helping calm down Mario Balotelli.

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Mashrafe: World Cup a pleasure

Bangladesh were greeted on home soil as heroes on Sunday night following their excellent Cricket World Cup campaign.

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Hip injury almost derailed Jankovic

Jelena Jankovic almost did not take her place in the BNP Paribas Open draw, before storming to the final.

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Williams under injury cloud

Chasing a third straight Miami Open, and eighth title overall, Serena Williams heads into the WTA Tour event with a right-knee injury.

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Rangers thrash Ducks

Seven goals sent the New York Rangers top of the NHL standings on Sunday, while the Tampa Bay Lightning downed the Boston Bruins.

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Folau: No homophobia at Waratahs

Israel Folau denied his Brumbies outfit were homophobic, after David Pocock's claims during their Super Rugby clash on Sunday.

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Zaha questions Pardew selection

Wilfried Zaha said Alan Pardew should have played him with Glenn Murray and Yannick Bolasie earlier, after Crystal Palace's win on Saturday.

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McCullum: Milne loss no affect

New Zealand will carry on minus Adam Milne at the Cricket World Cup, with Brendon McCullum hinting it would be a like-for-like swap.

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Bilfinger start bribe inquiry

With a report circulating of alleged bribes paid for security centres at the FIFA World Cup, German company Bilfinger are investigating.

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Halep-Jankovic Indian Wells final

Serena Williams' withdrawal sent Simona Halep into the BNP Paribas Open final, where she will meet Jelena Jankovic.

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Fenninger, Maze in overall stoush

The FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup overall title is set to be decided on the final day of the season.

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Williams pulls out of Indian Wells

Serena Williams' comeback to Indian Wells has ended with a withdrawal, pulling out of the BNP Paribas Open semi-finals.

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Watson, Wahab fined

After clashing in the Cricket World Cup quarter-final between Pakistan and Australia, Shane Watson and Wahab Riaz were fined.

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Martino hits out at UEFA

Preparing his players for the Copa America, Argentina coach Gerardo Martino is concerned about a clash with the UEFA Champions League final.

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Raonic breaks through against Nadal

Milos Raonic toppled Rafael Nadal for the first time, advancing to a BNP Paribas Open semi-final with Roger Federer.

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Hoffmann three clear in Orlando

Morgan Hoffman built on his first-round Arnold Palmer Invitational lead on Friday - while Rory McIlroy surged into the top 10.

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Miami return for Del Potro

After missing the BNP Paribas Open, Juan Martin del Potro will look to kick-start his 2015 at the Miami Open.

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Lisicki ends Pennetta title defence

Sabine Lisicki and Jelena Jankovic advanced to the BNP Paribas Open semi-finals in contrasting fashion on Thursday.

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Hirscher set to seal overall crown

With a 34-point lead in hand, Marcel Hirscher is on the verge of a fourth straight overall title in the FIS Alpine Skiing World Cup.

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Deschamps: Pogba needed a break

Paul Pogba's body needed a break, France coach Didier Deschamps said, after the Juventus midfielder suffered a hamstring injury.

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Cook needs to change - Vaughan

Alastair Cook must rid himself of his bitterness at losing the ODI captaincy before their tour of the West Indies, Michael Vaughan said.

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Anderson humbles Huybrechts at home

Home favourite Gary Anderson thrilled the Glasgow fans in the Premier League, while Phil Taylor lost despite a 115 average.

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Williams wriggles past Stephens

Serena Williams will take on the red-hot Timea Bacsinszky in the BNP Paribas Open quarter-finals, after respective three-set wins.

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Finch confident despite dry run

Australia's Aaron Finch insisted he is confident, despite failing to fire in his past four Cricket World Cup outings.

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Federer gets revenge on Seppi

Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal had two-set wins at the BNP Paribas Open, while Tomas Berdych also progressed with ease on Tuesday.

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Eredivisie Preview:

PSV's Memphis Depay is in doubt for their Eredivisie trip to Feyenoord on Sunday, while Ajax take on ADO Den Haag.

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Herath's World Cup over

Sri Lanka moved to replace injured spinner Rangana Herath hours out from their Cricket World Cup quarter-final with South Africa.

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Challenger meets 55-year-old player

Alex Pier, a 55-year-old tennis player, has taken to the court at a Challenger Tour event in Irving, Texas.

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Bolivia withdraw from Nigeria clash

Due to civil unrest in Nigeria, Bolivia have withdrawn from their international friendly scheduled for Uyo on March 26.

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Gatland: I won't beg for Jones

Warren Gatland will not get down on "bended knees" and beg for Adam Jones to come out of international retirement.

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Stress fracture ends Irfan campaign

Mohammad Irfan will take no further part in the Cricket World Cup, after suffering a stress fracture in his pelvis.

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Djokovic, Murray advance

World number one Novak Djokovic continued his BNP Paribas Open title defence, while Andy Murray was pushed again by Philipp Kohlschreiber.

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Five Titans players reinstated

The Gold Coast Titans moved to reinstate the five players facing drugs charges, ahead of their NRL clash with the Newcastle Knights.

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Sharapova eyeballs Azarenka

Maria Sharapova made it three wins in a row over Victoria Azarenka, while Flavia Pennetta's BNP Paribas Open title defence continued.

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