Toronto to play Seattle in MLS final after beating Impact

TORONTO (The Sports Xchange) - Benoit Cheyrou and Tosaint Ricketts scored in extra time as Toronto FC beat Montreal Impact 5-2 in the second leg of the Major League Soccer (MLS) Eastern Conference final on Wednesday, sealing a 7-5 aggregate victory.

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No shades but Woods 'ready' for long-awaited comeback

(Reuters) - Tiger Woods picked up a headache after forgetting his sunglasses in his final practice round on Wednesday but otherwise declared himself good to go as he prepared to bring an end to a 16-month absence from tournament golf.

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Award for Penn State whistleblower in Sandusky scandal rises to $12 million

(Reuters) - A Pennsylvania judge on Wednesday awarded $5 million to a former Penn State University assistant football coach who implicated Jerry Sandusky in the sexual assault of young boys, bringing to more than $12 million the amount owed to the former assistant.

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Swiss authorities carry out fresh house searches in FIFA case

ZURICH (Reuters) - Swiss authorities have searched more houses as part of their criminal investigation into suspected corruption in world soccer and have added former FIFA general secretary Urs Linsi to their list of suspects, they said on Wednesday.

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Rangers top list of most valuable franchises: Forbes

(Reuters) - The New York Rangers, valued at $1.25 billion, were ranked as the National Hockey League's most valuable franchise for the second consecutive year, according to Forbes' list released on Wednesday.

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Ex-NFL star Sharper sentenced to 20 years in prison in drug, rape cases

(Reuters) - Former National Football League star Darren Sharper was sentenced on Tuesday to 20 years in prison after admitting to drugging and raping two women in California, concluding a string of sexual abuse cases that spanned several states.

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Cespedes lands $110 million deal from Mets, reports

(The Sports Xchange) - After opting out of his contract with the New York Mets and walking away from $47 million guaranteed, Yoenis Cespedes will not change uniforms, agreeing to a four-year, $110 million contract to stay with the team on a record deal that includes a full no-trade clause.

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Ennis-Hill set to receive 2011 gold after Chernova stripped of world title

ZURICH (Reuters) - Russian heptathlete Tatyana Chernova was stripped of her 2011 world title on Tuesday for a doping violation, with Britain's Jessica Ennis-Hill set to be awarded the gold medal.

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Norwegians want 14-month ban for 2010 Olympic champ Johaug

OSLO (Reuters) - Anti-Doping Norway has recommended a 14-month suspension for cross-country skier Therese Johaug following the former Olympic relay champion's positive test for clostebol, a banned anabolic steroid.

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QB Rodgers keeps Green Bay playoff hopes alive

(The Sports Xchange) - Quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes to wide receiver Davante Adams as the visiting Green Bay Packers beat the Philadelphia Eagles 27-13 in the Monday Night game.

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Plane carrying Brazil's Chapecoense soccer team crashes in Colombia, 76 dead

BOGOTA (Reuters) - Brazilian soccer team Chapecoense were on board a plane carrying 81 people that crashed in Colombia killing 76 people, police said on Tuesday.

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IOC calls on Tokyo to keep costs below $20 billion

TOKYO (Reuters) - The International Olympic Committee on Tuesday called on Tokyo to keep costs for the next Summer Olympics below $20 billion as the 2020 hosts grapple with ballooning expenses.

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CFL: Burris leads Redblacks to shock Grey Cup victory

TORONTO (Reuters) - Henry Burris threw three touchdowns, including one in overtime, and ran in two others as the Ottawa Redblacks stunned the Calgary Stampeders 39-33 to win the 104th Grey Cup in one of the biggest upsets in Canadian Football League history on Sunday.

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Woods 'not dead', says itching to return in Bahamas

(Reuters) - Tiger Woods is counting down the minutes to his competitive comeback at this week's Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas and says after a year on the sidelines he is even enjoying the pre-tournament nerves.

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Hamilton wins plaudits as Mercedes ponder punishment

ABU DHABI (Reuters) - For all the headlines screaming 'anarchy', Lewis Hamilton's public act of defiance against Mercedes in Formula One's title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix could ultimately make racing even more exciting in 2017.

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Germany has a new F1 champion but race in doubt

ABU DHABI (Reuters) - Germany has a new Formula One world champion in Nico Rosberg, after Michael Schumacher and Sebastian Vettel, but fans may not see him race on home soil next season.

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Moss regains unwanted F1 record after Rosberg title

ABU DHABI (Reuters) - Nico Rosberg's first Formula One championship has had the side-effect of returning an unwanted accolade -- the most successful grand prix driver never to win the title -- to Britain's Stirling Moss.

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Payton makes it personal as Saints run it up against Rams

(The Sports Xchange) - New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton would never admit it, but this was intensely personal.

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McGregor relinquishes featherweight belt: UFC

(Reuters) - UFC's first dual division champion Conor McGregor has relinquished his featherweight title with Jose Aldo replacing the Irishman as the category's undisputed champion, officials said on Saturday.

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Sounders beat Rapids to reach their first MLS Cup final

(The Sports Xchange) - Jordan Morris scored in the 56th minute on a pass from Nelson Haedo Valdez as the visiting Seattle Sounders beat the Colorado Rapids 1-0 on Sunday to advance to their first MLS Cup final.

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Hamilton hands over title as a winner

ABU DHABI (Reuters) - The podium celebration was muted, and the smile looked forced, but Lewis Hamilton said he still felt great after winning a season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix that handed his title to Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg.

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Del Potro beats Cilic to send Davis Cup final to the wire

ZAGREB (Reuters) - Argentina were level at 2-2 with hosts Croatia in an epic Davis Cup final after Juan Martin Del Potro came from two sets down to beat home favorite Marin Cilic 6-7(4) 2-6 7-5 6-4 6-3 in a fervent atmosphere on Sunday.

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Prescott, Cowboys top 'Skins for 10th straight win

(The Sports Xchange) - Despite picking up a 10th straight win Thursday against the Washington Redskins, the Dallas Cowboys did not force a turnover for the third straight game.

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Denmark seal maiden World Cup triumph in Melbourne

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Soren Kjeldsen and Thorbjorn Olesen shot a six-under-par 66 in the final round fourballs to give Denmark a first World Cup of Golf triumph by four strokes at Kingston Heath on Sunday.

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Dominant Danes extend World Cup lead in Melbourne

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Soren Kjeldsen and Thorbjorn Olesen remained on course to claim a first World Cup of Golf for Denmark after shooting a two-under-par 70 in Saturday's foursomes to extend their overnight lead to four strokes.

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Ilyin stripped of Beijing, London weightlifting golds

ZURICH (Reuters) - Kazak weightlifter Ilya Ilyin has been stripped of the gold medals he won at the Beijing and London Olympic Games after failing doping tests in re-analysis of samples, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Friday.

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Team Denmark roar to top of leaderboard at World Cup of Golf

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Soren Kjeldsen and Thorbjorn Olesen tore up Kingston Heath with a scintillating 60 in the fourballs to fire Denmark to a three-stroke lead after the second round of the World Cup of Golf in Melbourne.

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Roethlisberger, Brown lead Steelers past Colts

(The Sports Xchange) - Ben Roethlisberger passed for 221 yards and three touchdowns - each to Antonio Brown - and the Pittsburgh Steelers recorded a 28-7 victory Thursday night against the Indianapolis Colts, whose starting quarterback Andrew Luck was out with a concussion.

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Lions beat Vikings on Prater's last-second field goal

DETROIT (The Sports Xchange) - Matt Prater's 40-yard field goal on the final play gave the Detroit Lions a 16-13 victory over the Minnesota Vikings and sole possession of first place in the NFC North on Thanksgiving Day at Ford Field.

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Mayor says Trump backs Los Angeles' 2024 Olympic Bid: NBC

(Reuters) - U.S. Republican President-elect Donald Trump told the Los Angeles' mayor he would support the city's 2024 Olympics bid when the two spoke this week, NBC reported on Thursday, citing the mayor's spokeswoman.

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Cavs' Love scores first-quarter record 34 points

(Reuters) - Cleveland forward Kevin Love scored a first-quarter record 34 points on Wednesday, helping the Cavaliers to a 137-125 win over Portland.

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MLB, players' union optimistic about new CBA

(The Sports Xchange) - With one week remaining before MLB's current collective bargaining agreement expires on Dec. 1, the league and players' union are optimistic about reaching a deal to avoid a lockout.

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WADA suspends Mexico laboratory for non-compliance

(Reuters) - Mexico's anti-doping laboratory has had its accreditation suspended for up to six months for failing to comply with international standards, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said in a statement on Thursday.

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Former Liverpool and England captain Gerrard retires

LONDON (Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard announced his retirement on Thursday a week after confirming he would not be returning to play for MLS side LA Galaxy.

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WADA figures show slight rise in positive tests

(Reuters) - There was a slight rise in the number of positive tests carried out worldwide last year, World Anti-Doping Agency figures released on Wednesday showed.

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Arena returns as coach of U.S. national team

(Reuters) - Bruce Arena has been handed the tall order of getting the United States' qualifying campaign for the 2018 World Cup back on track after being named head coach of the national team, U.S. Soccer said on Tuesday.

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The road to the Formula One title

ABU DHABI (Reuters) - Germany's Nico Rosberg can win his first Formula One title in Abu Dhabi on Sunday while Lewis Hamilton remains in contention to become Britain's first four times world champion.

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Drogba bids farewell to Montreal after final home game

(Reuters) - Striker Didier Drogba has indicated he will not return to Montreal Impact next season, with the Major League Soccer club releasing a video on Twitter thanking him for his service.

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Singapore in the driving seat as it negotiates new F1 deal

SINGAPORE (Reuters) - After negotiating Singapore's current Formula One deal, Bernie Ecclestone said in 2012 the hardest thing was explaining to the authorities that "we don't race for free".

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Bucs' Adjei-Barimah banned four games for PED violation

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jude Adjei-Barimah has been suspended for four games by the NFL for violating the league's policy on performance enhancing substances.

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NHL: New Las Vegas franchise revealed as 'Vegas Golden Knights'

(Reuters) - The name of the new NHL franchise and first major professional sports team based in the U.S. gambling capital of Las Vegas was revealed as the 'Vegas Golden Knights' in a glitzy, though glitch-marred, launch on Tuesday.

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McLaren to deliver report into Russian doping December 9 in London

(Reuters) - Canadian law professor Richard McLaren will deliver his final report into state-sponsored doping in Russian sport on Dec. 9 at a downtown London hotel, the World Anti-Doping Agency said on Tuesday.

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Carr, Raiders rally past Texans in Mexico City

(The Sports Exchange) - The dominant ways of the Houston Texans' defense vanished at the most inopportune moments on Monday night against the Oakland Raiders.

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Nishikori targets big tournaments after successful 2016

(Reuters) - Kei Nishikori has set his sights on making a grand slam breakthrough in 2017 after the Japanese world number five concluded a successful season in which he claimed one ATP Tour title, an Olympic medal and recorded a career-high 58 wins.

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McLaren need a title sponsor, says Brown

LONDON (Reuters) - McLaren need a title sponsor after years without one, the Formula One team's new executive director Zak Brown said on Tuesday.

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Guerrero, Ramirez, Rodriguez new Hall of Fame candidates

(Reuters) - Outfielders Vladimir Guerrero and Manny Ramirez and catcher Ivan Rodriguez are among the prominent newcomers to the National Baseball Hall of Fame ballot released on Monday.

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Klinsmann fired as head coach of U.S. men's team

(Reuters) - Juergen Klinsmann has been fired as head coach of the U.S. men's national team, U.S. Soccer said on Monday.

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Redskins blow past slumping Packers 42-24

(The Sports Xchange) - On a windy Sunday night in Maryland, Kirk Cousins and the Washington Redskins blew past the Green Bay Packers.

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Tokyo swimming pool won't have same problems as Rio, says FINA head

(Reuters) - The new aquatics center being built for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics will experience none of the problems faced by organizers of this year's Rio de Janeiro Games, the International swimming federation (FINA) president said on Monday.

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Johnson joins Petty, Earnhardt as 7-time NASCAR champ

(The Sports Xchange) - Jimmie Johnson won the Ford EcoBoost 400 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season-finale on Sunday, claiming his seventh series championship, tying NASCAR Hall of Famers Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt for the most all-time.

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Bizarre finish has Raptors crying foul after loss to Kings

(The Sports Xchange) - The Sacramento Kings beat the Raptors on Sunday in a controversial finish that left Toronto coach Dwayne Casey struggling to accept the outcome.

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Hull claims Tour Championship, Ariya wins million-dollar bonus

(Reuters) - Britain's Charley Hull won the LPGA season-ending CME Group Tour Championship with a two-shot swing at the 17th on Sunday, while Ariya Jutanugarn of Thailand clinched a million-dollar bonus and Player of the Year honors.

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Murray captures ATP World Tour Finals to secure year-end number one ranking

LONDON (Reuters) - After a season in which he had already reached dizzy heights, Andy Murray saved the best to last by outclassing Novak Djokovic 6-3 6-4 to claim his first ATP World Tour Finals title and secure the year-end top ranking on Sunday.

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Romo interested in playing for Broncos next season: report

(The Sports Xchange) - With rumors circulating that Tony Romo will have a new employer in 2017, the veteran quarterback is reportedly interested in playing for the Denver Broncos next season if the Dallas Cowboys decide to trade him.

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Spieth wins playoff for second Australian Open title

SYDNEY (Reuters) - World number five Jordan Spieth showed major-winning class when it mattered by draining a 12-foot birdie putt to claim the Australian Open title for the second time after a three-way sudden death playoff on Sunday.

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Klinsmann remains certain U.S. will qualify for Russia

BERLIN (Reuters) - United States coach Juergen Klinsmann remains "1,000 percent sure" his side will qualify for the 2018 World Cup despite a 4-0 rout at Costa Rica last week.

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Murray digs deep to down Raonic in thriller and reach London final

LONDON (Reuters) - World number one Andy Murray survived his second marathon of the week to beat Milos Raonic 5-7 7-6(5) 7-6(9) in a nerve-jangling semi-final thriller at the ATP World Tour Finals on Saturday.

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Panthers build big lead, hold off Saints

(The Sports Xchange) - The Panthers scored on a few short drives after first-half mistakes by the New Orleans Saints, and Carolina held on for a 23-20 victory Thursday night at Bank of America Stadium.

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Former Clippers owner Sterling settles lawsuit

(Reuters) - Former Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling has settled a lawsuit with the National Basketball Association and others, the Los Angeles Times reported on Friday.

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Ogilvy leads Spieth by two going into final round in Sydney

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Geoff Ogilvy stormed to the top of the Australian Open leaderboard with a stunning eight-under-par 64 on Saturday to take a two-shot lead over Jordan Spieth and two others going into the final round.

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Canadian Hughes holds two-shot lead at RSM Classic

(Reuters) - Canadian rookie Mackenzie Hughes followed his opening 61 with a five-under 67 to increase his advantage to two strokes at the halfway stage of the RSM Classic in St Simons Island, Georgia on Friday.

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Panthers linebacker Kuechly in concussion protocol

(Reuters) - Carolina Panthers middle linebacker Luke Kuechly is in the NFL's concussion protocol following the emotional scenes that emerged in Thursday night's game at Bank of America Stadium.

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Mexican wrestling fans demand blood in extreme 'Lucha Libre'

NEZAHUALCOYOTL, Mexico (Reuters) - It is almost nine o'clock at night and fans are anxious in Mexico's Neza Arena, an old and dingy building in one of the most crime-ridden suburbs of Mexico City.

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Swede Stenson mixes it with Dubai crowd

DUBAI (Reuters) - Henrik Stenson had more crowd interaction than he would have liked on the second day of the DP World Tour Championship on Friday, as his three-under-par round included a wayward shot which hit a lady and a separate spectator picking up his ball.

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No Fukushima health concerns, says baseball-softball chief

TOKYO (Reuters) - There are no concerns about playing in Fukushima related to the prefecture's past nuclear accident and whether to hold Olympic games there will come down to the facilities and scheduling, the president of the World Baseball Softball Confederation said.

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Wimbledon extends BBC partnership until 2024

(Reuters) - Wimbledon will continue to be broadcast on BBC at least until 2024 following a four-year extension to the longest partnership in sports broadcasting history.

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Cubs slugger Bryant, Angels' Trout win MVP awards

(Reuters) - Kris Bryant of the World Series champion Chicago Cubs capped off a dream season by winning the National League MVP award, while Mike Trout backed up his case as baseball's best by claiming AL honors for a second time.

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Djokovic thrashes Goffin, picks row with umpire

LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champion Novak Djokovic trounced stand-in David Goffin 6-1 6-2 for a clean sweep of his group at the ATP World Tour Finals on Thursday but spiced up a leisurely afternoon workout by picking a row with the umpire.

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Cubs slugger Bryant, Angels' Trout win MVP awards

(Reuters) - Kris Bryant of the World Series champion Chicago Cubs capped off a dream season by winning the National League MVP award, while Mike Trout backed up his case as baseball's best by claiming AL honors for a second time.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Djokovic thrashes Goffin, picks row with umpire

LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champion Novak Djokovic trounced stand-in David Goffin 6-1 6-2 for a clean sweep of his group at the ATP World Tour Finals on Thursday but spiced up a leisurely afternoon workout by picking a row with the umpire.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Djokovic thrashes Goffin, picks row with umpire

LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champion Novak Djokovic trounced stand-in David Goffin 6-1 6-2 for a clean sweep of his group at the ATP World Tour Finals on Thursday but spiced up a leisurely afternoon workout by picking a row with the umpire.

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FIFA takes action against England, Scotland over poppies

LONDON (Reuters) - FIFA has opened disciplinary proceedings against England and Scotland after they wore poppies on black armbands in last week's World Cup qualifier.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Raonic chases top three spot after win over Thiem

LONDON (Reuters) - Less than two weeks after pulling out of the Paris Masters semi-finals with a thigh injury, Milos Raonic reached the last four at the ATP World Tour Finals and is close to breaking into the top three of the rankings.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Conflict of interest for NFL doctors to report to teams: Harvard study

BOSTON (Reuters) - The doctors who patrol the sidelines of NFL games to assess whether injured players can safely return to the field should report to the league and players' union rather than individual teams, said a Harvard University study released on Thursday.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Conflict of interest for NFL doctors to report to teams: Harvard study

BOSTON (Reuters) - The doctors who patrol the sidelines of NFL games to assess whether injured players can safely return to the field should report to the league and players' union rather than individual teams, said a Harvard University study released on Thursday.

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Lightning's Stamkos may miss 4-6 months after knee surgery

(The Sports Xchange) - Tampa Bay Lighting captain Steven Stamkos will undergo arthroscopic knee surgery to repair a torn lateral meniscus, according to multiple reports.

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Conflict of interest for NFL doctors to report to teams: Harvard study

BOSTON (Reuters) - The doctors who patrol the sidelines of NFL games to assess whether injured players can safely return to the field should report to the league and players' union rather than individual teams, said a Harvard University study released on Thursday.

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Prickly Djokovic thrashes Goffin, picks row with umpire

LONDON (Reuters) - Defending champion Novak Djokovic trounced stand-in David Goffin 6-1 6-2 for a clean sweep of his group at the ATP World Tour Finals on Thursday but still looked far from happy as he picked a row with the chair umpire.

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Ainslie busting a gut in America’s Cup quest

PORTSMOUTH, England (Reuters) - Numbingly-cold salt water showers Ben Ainslie and his crew as they enter "flight" mode in a practice sail before defending their America's Cup World Series lead in Japan this weekend.

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NBA star LeBron James giving $2.5 million to Muhammad Ali exhibit

NEW YORK (Reuters) - LeBron James is donating $2.5 million to support a Muhammad Ali exhibit at the Smithsonian's new National Museum of African American History in Washington, D.C., the basketball star and the museum announced on Thursday.

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Ainslie busting a gut in America’s Cup quest

PORTSMOUTH, England (Reuters) - Numbingly-cold salt water showers Ben Ainslie and his crew as they enter "flight" mode in a practice sail before defending their America's Cup World Series lead in Japan this weekend.

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Big guns start slowly as Westwood leads in Dubai

(Reuters) - Rory McIlroy struggled to a 75 and the other contenders to top the European money-list also made slow starts in the season-ending DP World Tour Championship first round in Dubai on Thursday.

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Ainslie busting a gut in America’s Cup quest

PORTSMOUTH, England (Reuters) - Numbingly-cold salt water showers Ben Ainslie and his crew as they enter "flight" mode in a practice sail before defending their America's Cup World Series lead in Japan this weekend.

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Luck, Herbert lead as Spieth's putter stutters in Sydney

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Local amateur prospect Curtis Luck and compatriot Lucas Herbert shot five-under-par 67s for a share of the lead as Jordan Spieth struggled with his putting in the opening round of the Australian Open on Thursday.

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Ainslie busting a gut in America’s Cup quest

PORTSMOUTH, England (Reuters) - Numbingly-cold salt water showers Ben Ainslie and his crew as they enter "flight" mode in a practice sail before defending their America's Cup World Series lead in Japan this weekend.

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Mixed Martial Arts: McGregor challenges Mayweather again

(Reuters) - Fresh off his latest triumph, UFC champion Conor McGregor continues to call out boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and attempt to lure him into a bout.

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Luck, Herbert lead as Spieth's putter stutters in Sydney

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Local amateur prospect Curtis Luck and compatriot Lucas Herbert shot five-under-par 67s for a share of the lead as Jordan Spieth struggled with his putting in the opening round of the Australian Open on Thursday.

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Mixed Martial Arts: McGregor challenges Mayweather again

(Reuters) - Fresh off his latest triumph, UFC champion Conor McGregor continues to call out boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and attempt to lure him into a bout.

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Luck, Herbert lead as Spieth's putter stutters in Sydney

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Local amateur prospect Curtis Luck and compatriot Lucas Herbert shot five-under-par 67s for a share of the lead as Jordan Spieth struggled with his putting in the opening round of the Australian Open on Thursday.

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Mixed Martial Arts: McGregor challenges Mayweather again

(Reuters) - Fresh off his latest triumph, UFC champion Conor McGregor continues to call out boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and attempt to lure him into a bout.

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Luck, Herbert lead as Spieth's putter stutters in Sydney

SYDNEY (Reuters) - Local amateur prospect Curtis Luck and compatriot Lucas Herbert shot five-under-par 67s for a share of the lead as Jordan Spieth struggled with his putting in the opening round of the Australian Open on Thursday.

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U.S. in soccer World Cup trouble after losing 4-0 to Costa Rica

(Reuters) - The United States face an uphill battle to qualify for their eighth consecutive World Cup Finals after being demolished 4-0 by a rampant Costa Rica in San Jose on Tuesday.

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Mixed Martial Arts: McGregor challenges Mayweather again

(Reuters) - Fresh off his latest triumph, UFC champion Conor McGregor continues to call out boxing champion Floyd Mayweather and attempt to lure him into a bout.

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Murray and Djokovic careering towards Sunday showdown

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic are careering towards a Sunday showdown to decide their year-long battle for supremacy.

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U.S. in soccer World Cup trouble after losing 4-0 to Costa Rica

(Reuters) - The United States face an uphill battle to qualify for their eighth consecutive World Cup Finals after being demolished 4-0 by a rampant Costa Rica in San Jose on Tuesday.

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Murray and Djokovic careering towards Sunday showdown

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic are careering towards a Sunday showdown to decide their year-long battle for supremacy.

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U.S. in soccer World Cup trouble after losing 4-0 to Costa Rica

(Reuters) - The United States face an uphill battle to qualify for their eighth consecutive World Cup Finals after being demolished 4-0 by a rampant Costa Rica in San Jose on Tuesday.

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Murray and Djokovic careering towards Sunday showdown

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic are careering towards a Sunday showdown to decide their year-long battle for supremacy.

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U.S. in soccer World Cup trouble after losing 4-0 to Costa Rica

(Reuters) - The United States face an uphill battle to qualify for their eighth consecutive World Cup Finals after being demolished 4-0 by a rampant Costa Rica in San Jose on Tuesday.

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NHL expresses willingness to take part in Olympics Games: report

(Reuters) - The NHL has expressed a willingness to take part in the 2018 Winter Olympics if the union representing its players agrees to extend the current labor deal, Canadian sports network TSN reported on Wednesday.

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Murray and Djokovic careering towards Sunday showdown

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic are careering towards a Sunday showdown to decide their year-long battle for supremacy.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Toronto-Montreal rivalry gets new look in MLS playoffs

(Reuters) - Toronto and Montreal, longtime foes on the ice, are fueling a rivalry on the soccer pitch as they prepare to battle for a berth in Major League Soccer's championship match.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Murray outlasts Nishikori in classic Tour Finals duel

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray had to trawl deep into the bottom of his energy reserves to outlast Japan's Kei Nishikori 6-7(9) 6-4 6-4 in a monumental battle lasting more than three hours at the ATP World Tour Finals on Wednesday.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Murray outlasts Nishikori in classic Tour Finals duel

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray had to trawl deep into the bottom of his energy reserves to outlast Japan's Kei Nishikori 6-7(9) 6-4 6-4 in a monumental battle lasting more than three hours at the ATP World Tour Finals on Wednesday.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Murray outlasts Nishikori in classic Tour Finals duel

LONDON (Reuters) - Andy Murray had to trawl deep into the bottom of his energy reserves to outlast Japan's Kei Nishikori 6-7(9) 6-4 6-4 in a monumental battle lasting more than three hours at the ATP World Tour Finals on Wednesday.

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Cost for 2020 Games gymnastics venue more than double now

(Reuters) - The cost to build a temporary gymnastics arena for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo has more than doubled with Shimzu Corp winning the $190 million (20.5 billion yen) contract, according to a report.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Cost for 2020 Games gymnastics venue more than double now

(Reuters) - The cost to build a temporary gymnastics arena for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo has more than doubled with Shimzu Corp winning the $190 million (20.5 billion yen) contract, according to a report.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Cost for 2020 Games gymnastics venue more than double now

(Reuters) - The cost to build a temporary gymnastics arena for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo has more than doubled with Shimzu Corp winning the $190 million (20.5 billion yen) contract, according to a report.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Cost for 2020 Games gymnastics venue more than double now

(Reuters) - The cost to build a temporary gymnastics arena for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo has more than doubled with Shimzu Corp winning the $190 million (20.5 billion yen) contract, according to a report.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Cost for 2020 Games gymnastics venue more than double now

(Reuters) - The cost to build a temporary gymnastics arena for the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo has more than doubled with Shimzu Corp winning the $190 million (20.5 billion yen) contract, according to a report.

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Los Angeles 2024 bid plays down concerns after Trump win

DOHA (Reuters) - Los Angeles 2024 Olympic bid leaders on Tuesday sought to allay concerns within the Olympic movement following Donald Trump's U.S. presidential election victory, saying the candidacy would continue to "celebrate our diversity".

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WADA's Reedie under fire from Olympic committees

DOHA (Reuters) - The World Anti-Doping Agency and its head Craig Reedie faced stinging criticism from national Olympic committees on Wednesday for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, days before its board meeting where the Scot is up for re-election.

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Prescott 'earned the right' to start: Cowboys' Romo

(The Sports Xchange) - Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is officially a backup and said on Tuesday that rookie Dak Prescott deserves to be the starter for the 8-1 team.

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Los Angeles 2024 bid plays down concerns after Trump win

DOHA (Reuters) - Los Angeles 2024 Olympic bid leaders on Tuesday sought to allay concerns within the Olympic movement following Donald Trump's U.S. presidential election victory, saying the candidacy would continue to "celebrate our diversity".

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Prescott 'earned the right' to start: Cowboys' Romo

(The Sports Xchange) - Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is officially a backup and said on Tuesday that rookie Dak Prescott deserves to be the starter for the 8-1 team.

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Los Angeles 2024 bid plays down concerns after Trump win

DOHA (Reuters) - Los Angeles 2024 Olympic bid leaders on Tuesday sought to allay concerns within the Olympic movement following Donald Trump's U.S. presidential election victory, saying the candidacy would continue to "celebrate our diversity".

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Francona, Roberts named Managers of the Year

(The Sports Xchange) - Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona and Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts were named the American League and National League Managers of the Year in a vote by members of the Baseball Writers Association of America, it was announced on Tuesday.

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Prescott 'earned the right' to start: Cowboys' Romo

(The Sports Xchange) - Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is officially a backup and said on Tuesday that rookie Dak Prescott deserves to be the starter for the 8-1 team.

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Francona, Roberts named Managers of the Year

(The Sports Xchange) - Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona and Los Angeles Dodgers skipper Dave Roberts were named the American League and National League Managers of the Year in a vote by members of the Baseball Writers Association of America, it was announced on Tuesday.

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Prescott 'earned the right' to start: Cowboys' Romo

(The Sports Xchange) - Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is officially a backup and said on Tuesday that rookie Dak Prescott deserves to be the starter for the 8-1 team.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Prescott 'earned the right' to start: Cowboys' Romo

(The Sports Xchange) - Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is officially a backup and said on Tuesday that rookie Dak Prescott deserves to be the starter for the 8-1 team.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Prescott 'earned the right' to start: Cowboys' Romo

(The Sports Xchange) - Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo is officially a backup and said on Tuesday that rookie Dak Prescott deserves to be the starter for the 8-1 team.

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Djokovic digs deep to repel Raonic onslaught

LONDON (Reuters) - It has been missing for a while but Novak Djokovic rediscovered his warrior spirit to tame Canada's Milos Raonic 7-6(6) 7-6(5) in a rivetting duel and guarantee progress from his group at the ATP World Tour Finals on Tuesday.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Dennis forced out of McLaren after 35 years

LONDON (Reuters) - Ron Dennis has been forced to stand down as chairman and chief executive of McLaren, bringing to an end his 35-year involvement with the Formula One team.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Gerrard to consider future after leaving LA Galaxy

(Reuters) - Former Liverpool and England captain Steven Gerrard will leave Los Angeles Galaxy and take time out to consider his next move, the midfielder said on Tuesday.

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Swiss-based trade union to inspect Qatar 2022 World Cup sites

DOHA (Reuters) - A global trade union for construction workers that has criticized labor conditions in Qatar will inspect soccer stadiums being built for the 2022 World Cup in the Gulf Arab state.

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New Euro series designed to stop elite drift to U.S. Tour

LONDON (Reuters) - The European Tour has ramped up efforts to persuade Rory McIlroy, Henrik Stenson and its other elite golfers to turn their backs on the U.S. circuit by launching the money-spinning Rolex Series.

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French Anti-Doping Agency faces test cuts due to funds shortage

PARIS (Reuters) - The French Anti-Doping Agency (AFLD) is poised to enforce a 20 percent reduction in testing due to a lack of government funding.

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Rookie Cowboys duo have 'America's Team' riding high

(Reuters) - The Dallas Cowboys have taken the NFL by storm this season thanks to better-than-expected performances from two rookies who have quickly become the faces of 'America's Team' and given a jolt to sagging TV ratings.

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Formula One thankful for near-miss in Brazil

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Formula One served up plenty of excitement in Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix but some were counting their lucky stars that nobody was hurt.

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Returning hero Murray masters Cilic, Nishikori wins

LONDON (Reuters) - If Andy Murray was grateful to Marin Cilic for facilitating his rise to the summit this month it was not evident as he added the Croatian to his lengthening list of victims at the ATP World Tour Finals on Monday.

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WADA suspends Doha anti-doping laboratory

(Reuters) - Doha's anti-doping laboratory has had its accreditation suspended for four months after it failed to comply with international standards, the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) said in a statement on Monday.

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Pistorius moved to different prison to aid rehabilitation

JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South African Paralympic gold medalist Oscar Pistorius has been moved to a prison better suited to his rehabilitation while serving a six year jail term for murdering his girlfriend, a prison service spokesman said on Monday.

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American Reed retains European Tour card despite Turkey no-show

LONDON (Reuters) - U.S. Ryder Cup talisman Patrick Reed will keep his European Tour card next season despite failing to play the required number of events to retain membership.

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Broncos stun Saints with blocked PAT return for wild win

(The Sports Xchange) - Denver safety Justin Simmons leaped over the center to block a potential game-winning extra point attempt and safety Will Parks returned it 84 yards for a two-point defensive conversion to lift the Broncos to a wild 25-23 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.

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Hamilton win takes Formula One title battle down to last race

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Triple world champion Lewis Hamilton won a stop-start, wet and chaotic Brazilian Grand Prix on Sunday to take the Formula One title battle with Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg down to the wire in Abu Dhabi.

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Djokovic beats Thiem after scare

LONDON (Reuters) - Deposed world number one Novak Djokovic suffered a scare at the hands of Austrian debutant Dominic Thiem before launching his bid for a fifth successive ATP World Tour Finals title with a 6-7(10) 6-0 6-2 victory on Sunday.

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Injured Howard to miss U.S. qualifier in Costa Rica

(Reuters) - Veteran United States goalkeeper Tim Howard will miss the World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica on Tuesday because of a thigh injury, U.S. Soccer announced on Sunday.

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Czech Republic too hot for France, win Fed Cup

STRASBOURG, France (Reuters) - The Czech Republic were too hot to handle in the doubles as they claimed a 3-2 comeback win against hosts France to capture their fifth Fed Cup title in six years on Sunday, and 10th overall.

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Unknown issue with referee got me ejected: Anthony

(Reuters) - New York Knicks forward Carmelo Anthony said he believed there was an underlying issue with referee Tony Brothers that was the reason behind him being ejected from Friday's game against the Boston Celtics.

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Garcia floors Pliskova to put France ahead in Fed Cup final

STRASBOURG, France (Reuters) - Caroline Garcia put on another aggressive display to floor world number six Karolina Pliskova 6-3 3-6 6-3 and give France a 2-1 lead over defending champions Czech Republic in the Fed Cup final on Sunday.

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British swimmer to brave sharks and heavy weather in Atlantic crossing

DAKAR (Reuters) - A 38-year-old British man set out on Sunday on a 2,000 mile (3,200 km) swim from Senegal to Brazil, seeking to become the first person to make it across the Atlantic Ocean.

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McGregor knocks out Alvarez to make UFC history

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Featherweight champion Conor McGregor capped the UFC's triumphant return to New York by knocking out Eddie Alvarez to claim the lightweight crown and become the first fighter in the history of the promotion to hold two UFC belts simultaneously.

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Mercedes boss plays down Verstappen phone call

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Max Verstappen says he will take the fight to Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg in Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix and cannot be expected to do otherwise, despite Mercedes boss Toto Wolff ringing the Dutch teenager's father to discuss the situation.

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Vikings rule out cornerback Munnerlyn against Redskins

(The Sports Xchange) - The Minnesota Vikings have downgraded cornerback Captain Munnerlyn to out for Sunday's game against the Washington Redskins.

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Pliskova downs Mladenovic in epic to give Czechs 1-0 lead

STRASBOURG, France (Reuters) - Karolina Pliskova overcame Kristina Mladenovic's stubborn resistance to give defending champions Czech Republic a 1-0 lead in the Fed Cup final against France with a thrilling 6-3 4-6 16-14 win on Saturday.

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Alpine skiing :Vonn has surgery on broken right arm

(Reuters) - Four-time overall World Cup champion Lindsey Vonn has had surgery after breaking her right arm while training in Colorado and vowed to return to the slopes "as soon as possible".

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Djokovic out to scotch rumors of his decline

LONDON (Reuters) - Novak Djokovic intends to come out fighting at next week's ATP World Tour Finals and prove that rumors of his decline have been grossly exaggerated.

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Ticket prices rocket as UFC hits New York

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Desperate fans are paying thousands of dollars for tickets to watch Ireland's Conor McGregor attempt to become the first fighter to hold two Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) belts concurrently on Saturday.

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Braves sign another senior starter in Colon: report

(The Sports Xchange) - The Atlanta Braves and free agent righthanded starter Bartolo Colon have reportedly agreed to a one-year deal worth $12.5 million.

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Flacco throws three touchdown passes, Ravens beat Browns

(The Sports Xchange) - Joe Flacco threw three touchdown passes and the Baltimore Ravens kept the Cleveland Browns winless with a 28-7 victory on Thursday night.

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Hamilton sets pace in first Brazilian practice

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Triple world champion Lewis Hamilton gave Mercedes team mate Nico Rosberg a reminder on Friday that he will not hand over his Formula One title without a fight in Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix.

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World number one might be a step too far, says Wawrinka

(Reuters) - A lack of year round consistency is likely to ensure that three-times grand slam champion Stan Wawrinka does not topple Britain's Andy Murray from the top of the rankings, the Swiss has said.

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California budget watchdog boosts Los Angeles Olympic bid

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - California's budget watchdog on Thursday gave its blessing to Los Angeles' bid to host the 2024 Olympic games, saying its a "low-cost, low-risk" approach will not require building major new venues and will not subject the state to excessive financial risk.

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Wade receives warm reception on Miami return as Bulls win

(Reuters) - Dwyane Wade received a rousing welcome back to Miami on Thursday as he returned to the site of past glory with his new team the Chicago Bulls.

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Sharapova to resume as U.N. goodwill ambassador in April

(Reuters) - Maria Sharapova will be allowed to resume her role as a United Nations (UN) goodwill ambassador when her drug suspension ends in April, the body said on Thursday.

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Wie continues comeback with two-under start in Mexico

(Reuters) - Michelle Wie, back at the tournament where she posted her first professional victory, continued to re-emerge from a slump with a good opening round at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational in Mexico City on Thursday.

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Haas decision leaves Gutierrez facing uncertain future

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - The Haas Formula One team are hoping to announce their 2017 driver lineup within days after reports that Denmark's Kevin Magnussen is set to join from Renault in place of Mexican Esteban Gutierrez.

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Braves strike deal with Dickey, offseason moves begin

(Reuters) - The Atlanta Braves agreed to a one-year deal with former Cy Young Award winner R.A. Dickey on Thursday in a move foreshadowing what could be a lively offseason of wheeling and dealing in Major League Baseball.

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Russia's Putin orders government to tighten anti-doping controls

MOSCOW (Reuters) - President Vladimir Putin has ordered the government to look at way of tightening anti-doping controls in Russian sport,

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Perez dumps sponsor after Trump elected

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Mexican Formula One driver Sergio Perez says he is dropping a sunglasses sponsor for a comment it made on Twitter about his compatriots after Donald Trump was elected U.S. president.

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Detroit coach Van Gundy 'ashamed' of Trump victory

(Reuters) - Outspoken Detroit Pistons coach Stan Van Gundy joined a number of other non-political voices on Wednesday in condemning the election of Donald Trump as U.S. president, stating that he was "ashamed" of the outcome.

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Slowed-down shot paying off for Knicks' Porzingis

NEW YORK (Reuters) - For many players in the NBA, speeding up their stroke is the key to getting off their shot in time, but the New York Knicks' big man Kristaps Porzingis is having greater success after slowing down.

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Solheim Cup to played at Inverness in 2021

(Reuters) - The 2021 Solheim Cup will be played at the fabled Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio, the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) announced on Wednesday.

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Erratic McDowell 'feeling good' for Mexico title defense

(Reuters) - A rejuvenated Graeme McDowell heads into his title defense at this week's OHL Classic at Mayakoba in Mexico fervently hoping he can iron out a few inconsistencies in his game that have marred his 2016 campaign.

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Bolt and Thompson up for IAAF awards

(Reuters) - Jamaican Usain Bolt and Elaine Thompson both made the shortlists for the IAAF's World Athlete of the Year awards on Wednesday after cleaning up the sprint golds at the Rio Olympics.

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Doping system imposed on Russia is not effective: Zhukov

BERLIN (Reuters) - The drugs testing system imposed on Russia following revelations of widespread doping is inefficient and the country must be part of the decision-making process to battle the problem, Russia's outgoing Olympic Committee (ROC) chief has said.

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Garcia not giving up on claiming elusive major

(Reuters) - Sergio Garcia has finished runner-up twice at both the British Open and PGA Championship and while those near misses were tough to take the Spaniard is not giving up hope of claiming that elusive first major.

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Rosberg one win away from his first title

SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Win in Brazil on Sunday, win the Formula One title: Nico Rosberg's task sounds simple enough but is a lot harder to achieve.

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Pacers' George fined for kicking ball into stands

(Reuters) - Indiana Pacers forward Paul George has been fined $15,000 for kicking the ball into the stands that hit a fan in the face, the National Basketball Association said on Tuesday.

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Bryant and Cubs team mates up for major awards

(Reuters) - Chicago Cubs infielder Kris Bryant and pitchers Jon Lester and Kyle Hendricks have the chance to add more hardware to their magical season after Major League Baseball announced them as finalists for the league’s top awards.

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UFC's Jones gets one-year suspension for doping violation

(Reuters) - The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has suspended interim UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones for one year after he tested positive for prohibited substances clomiphene and letrozole.

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Federer can still be a threat, says Edberg

LONDON (Reuters) - Roger Federer has fallen outside the world's top 10 for the first time since 2002 but he could still win another grand slam title, according to former great Stefan Edberg.

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Athletics: Ghebreslassie and Keitany dominate New York marathon

(Reuters) - Eritrean world champion Ghirmay Ghebreslassie and Kenyan Mary Keitany powered to dominant victories in the New York City Marathon on Sunday.

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Pacquiao returns to claim WBO welterweight title

(Reuters) - Manny Pacquiao put on a dazzling display in his return to the ring after a brief retirement, scoring a unanimous decision over champion Jessie Vargas to claim the WBO welterweight title in Las Vegas on Saturday.

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Athletics: Distance great Gebrselassie elected Ethiopia athletics chief

ADDIS ABABA (Reuters) - Distance running great Haile Gebrselassie has been elected president of the Ethiopian Athletics Federation, as the country grapples with doping issues and poor results on the track.

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Kvitova powers past Svitolina to claim WTA Elite title

(Reuters) - Petra Kvitova overcame a poor start to win the season-ending WTA Elite trophy with a 6-4 6-2 victory over Elina Svitolina in Zhuhai, China on Sunday.

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Golf: In-form Feng holds on to claim Japan Classic title

(Reuters) - Shanshan Feng won back-to-back tournaments for the first time in her career after the world number eight survived a late scare to secure a one-stroke victory over South Korea's Jang Ha-na at the co-sanctioned Japan Classic on Sunday.

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Murray takes long road to reel in old rival Djokovic

LONDON (Reuters) - New world number one Andy Murray was born a week before Novak Djokovic and won the pair's first junior tussle on the tennis court.

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Murray is new world No. 1 after Raonic withdraws

PARIS (Reuters) - After all the battles and hard graft chasing the world number one spot, Briton Andy Murray arrived there without hitting a ball on Saturday as Milos Raonic pulled out of their Paris Masters semi-final due to a leg injury.

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