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The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 5m

The Toronto Tempo, the first-ever WNBA franchise in Canada, has a mere 35 days to assemble a competitive team and establish a marketable presence before its first game on May 8, facing the challenges of roster building, player onboarding, and the pressure of nationwide expectations. #WNBA #TorontoTempo #SportsExpansion #CA #US #ES #FR #TR

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Thirty-five days to tipoff: Inside the Toronto Tempo's mad dash to opening night
TORONTO - From the window-wrapped 68th-floor lounge atop Scotia Plaza, the view is the point. Maybe some people come for the coffee or the halibut with lemon risotto.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 8m

Real Madrid is in a deep crisis marked by internal conflicts, including a violent training-ground fight between Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni, resulting in Valverde's hospitalization and heightening tensions within a club struggling to maintain order. #RealMadrid #FootballCrisis #SportsNews #ES #GB #FR #DE #IT #CA #US #AU

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Real Madrid's Valverde knocked out in Tchouameni fight. Plus: Is this Spygate: Part II?
Hello. Law and order has given up the ghost at Real Madrid. They're a club in crisis. Coming up: At what stage do they declare a state of anarchy at Real Madrid.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 1h

Real Madrid finds itself in a crisis marked by internal conflict and player discipline issues, highlighted by a violent altercation between teammates Valverde and Tchouameni, while Barcelona is poised to capitalize on their turmoil as they face off in El Clasico. #FootballCrisis #RealMadrid #SportsNews #ES #GB #FR #IT #DE #CA #US

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Real Madrid's Valverde knocked out in Tchouameni fight. Plus: Is this Spygate: Part II?
Hello. Law and order has given up the ghost at Real Madrid. They're a club in crisis. Coming up: At what stage do they declare a state of anarchy at Real Madrid.
Euronews English @euronews.com Β· Lyon πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Β· 5h

Shakira has announced her new song 'Dai Dai' as the official anthem for the 2026 World Cup, marking her fourth musical contribution to FIFA tournaments, with the full release set for May 14. #FIFAWorldCup #Shakira #SportsMusic #CO #US #MX #CA #NG #ZA

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'Dai Dai': Shakira teases official World Cup 2026 anthem
Shakira marks her fourth musical participation in FIFA tournaments with the song 'Dai Dai', which will be released in full on 14 May.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 6h

Tyson Wardley, a former recruitment worker who began his boxing journey in white-collar events, has risen to become the WBO heavyweight champion, preparing to defend his title against Daniel Dubois, and aspires to challenge the unbeaten Oleksandr Usyk in the future, reflecting on his unexpected ascent in a sport he once considered only a hobby. #Boxing #HeavyweightChampion #SportsJourney #GB #UA #AU #SA #US

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Fabio Wardley, the white-collar brawler turned world champion: 'A ceiling? I don't think I have one'
Not the title belts. Not the ring walks under stadium lights at the home of his beloved Ipswich Town or having rubbed shoulders with music star Ed Sheeran.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 9h

The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup stated that he received assurances from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums during the tournament, addressing concerns about immigration enforcement amidst the event and expressing confidence in federal support for visa processing and security funding. #FIFAWorldCup #MiamiEvents #SportsAndCommunity #US #CO #PT #BR #AR #CL

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Miami host committee: 'Rubio told us ICE will not be at World Cup stadiums'
The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup says that he received personal assurances from the United States' secretary of state Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums this summer.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 11h

The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup, Rodney Barreto, assured that U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed ICE will not be present at stadiums during the tournament amidst concerns of immigration enforcement, while highlighting ongoing preparations for a successful event, including extensive security measures and community outreach programs. #FIFAWorldCup #Miami #SportsEvents #US #CO #PT #BR #SC #AR #GB #DE #FR #IT #ES #NL #PL #SE #NO #DK #CH #AT #CZ #HU

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Miami host committee: 'Rubio told us ICE will not be at World Cup stadiums'
The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup says that he received personal assurances from the United States' secretary of state Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums this summer.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 13h

The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup, Rodney Barreto, stated he received assurances from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that ICE will not operate at stadiums during the tournament, amid concerns about potential immigration enforcement associated with the event. #WorldCup2023 #FIFAMiami #SportsEvents #US #CO #PT #BR #SC #AR #GB #EC #DE #FR #IT #NL #ES #AT #CH #DK #FI #NO #SE #PL #RU #HR #CZ #HU #IE #IS #MK #PT

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Miami host committee: 'Rubio told us ICE will not be at World Cup stadiums'
The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup says that he received personal assurances from the United States' secretary of state Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums this summer.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 13h

Ukrainian tennis player Oleksandra Oliynykova claims she has been threatened with significant fines and disqualification by the WTA for criticizing Russian and Belarusian players such as Aryna Sabalenka, stating that her right to free speech should not be suppressed as she seeks to raise awareness about the ongoing war in Ukraine, despite the WTA's commitment to maintaining a professional environment for all athletes. #Tennis #SportsEthics #FreeSpeech #UA #RU #BY #AUS #CZ #UZ

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Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova denounces WTA's response to criticism of Russian, Belarusian tennis players
ROME -- Oleksandra Oliynykova, the Ukrainian world No. 68, says that she has been "threatened with fines of tens of thousands of dollars" and "disqualification" by the women's tour over her criticism of specific Russian and Belarusian tennis players, including Belarusian world No.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 14h

In a historic move, Netflix will stream the NFL's first-ever regular season game from Australia on September 10, 2026, featuring the San Francisco 49ers against the Los Angeles Rams, while also expanding the league's global presence with nine international games that season. #NFL #SportsStreaming #InternationalGames #AU #US #FR #BR #MX #ES #DE #GB

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Netflix will air NFL Week 1 game in Australia between 49ers, Rams: Sources
2025 NFL MVP Matt Stafford will open the 2026 season in Australia and on Netflix. Jane Gershovich / Getty Images Netflix will air the NFL's first-ever regular season game from Australia during the 2026 season's opening week, sources briefed on the move tell The Athletic.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 14h

The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup announced that he secured assurances from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will not be present at stadiums during the tournament, addressing concerns raised about potential immigration enforcement actions amidst preparations for the event. #FIFAWorldCup #Miami #SportsEvents #US #CO #BR #PT #AR #CO

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Miami host committee: 'Rubio told us ICE will not be at World Cup stadiums'
The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup says that he received personal assurances from the United States' secretary of state Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums this summer.
BBC @bbc.com Β· London πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Β· 14h

Wu Yize, celebrated for his recent World Snooker Championship victory, received a star-like welcome in Xi'an, China, where fans praised his inspiring rags-to-riches journey from a modest background to becoming the second-youngest world champion, highlighting the sport's growing popularity in the country. #Snooker #SportsHero #China #CN #GB

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Wu Yize cheered by crowds on return home from World Snooker Championship
Wu Yize entered the TNT billiards club to a welcome worthy of a rock star. Loud chanting and cheering rang around the room in the western Chinese city of Xi'an.
Euronews English @euronews.com Β· Lyon πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Β· 15h

The IOC announced the lifting of participation restrictions on Belarusian athletes in international competitions, including the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Summer Olympics, while maintaining restrictions on Russian athletes due to ongoing concerns related to the conflict in Ukraine. #Olympics #SportsPolitics #AthleteParticipation #BY #RU #UA

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IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus's athletes but Russians still barred
The IOC executive board released a statement saying that it "no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 15h

The NCAA Division I basketball committees have approved an expansion of the NCAA Tournament from 68 to 76 teams, set to take effect for the 2026-27 season, marking the most significant change in its format since the 1980s, and is expected to involve 12 games in an expanded opening round to accommodate the additional teams. #NCAATournament #MarchMadness #SportsExpansion #US

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NCAA Tournament expansion to 76 teams likely to be approved Thursday
After years of debate, the NCAA Tournament is on the cusp of expanding. The NCAA Division I men's and women's basketball committees approved growing the field from its current 68-team format to 76 ahead of the 2026-27 season, a person involved in the discussions said Thursday.
Euronews English @euronews.com Β· Lyon πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Β· 16h

The IOC has lifted restrictions on Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete openly in the Olympics, while maintaining restrictions on Russian athletes, following their involvement in the invasion of Ukraine, and emphasizes that athletes should not be penalized for their governments' actions. #Olympics #AthleteParticipation #SportsPolitics #BY #RU #UA

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IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus's athletes but Russians still barred
The IOC executive board released a statement saying that it "no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 16h

Ukrainian tennis player Oleksandra Oliynykova, currently ranked No. 68 in the world, claims she has faced threats of severe fines and disqualification from the WTA for criticizing Russian and Belarusian players, calling for their exclusion from tournaments due to their perceived support of Russian propaganda, while asserting her right to free speech amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine. #Tennis #FreeSpeech #SportsAndPolitics #UA #RU #BY #UZ #CZ

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Ukraine's Oleksandra Oliynykova denounces WTA's response to criticism of Russian, Belarusian tennis players
ROME -- Oleksandra Oliynykova, the Ukrainian world No. 68, says that she has been "threatened with fines of tens of thousands of dollars" and "disqualification" by the women's tour over her criticism of specific Russian and Belarusian tennis players, including Belarusian world No.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 17h

The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup stated that he received assurances from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums during the tournament, addressing concerns about immigration enforcement amidst ongoing discussions around security preparations and potential impacts on fans and participants. #FIFAWorldCup #Miami #SportsEvents #US #AR #CO #BR #PT #ES #UK #DE #FR #IT #MX #CU

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Miami host committee: 'Rubio told us ICE will not be at World Cup stadiums'
The head of Miami's host committee for the FIFA World Cup says that he received personal assurances from the United States' secretary of state Marco Rubio that ICE will not be present at stadiums this summer.
Euronews English @euronews.com Β· Lyon πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Β· 18h

The IOC has lifted restrictions on Belarusian athletes' participation in international competitions, allowing them to compete at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles, while maintaining limitations on Russian athletes, who can still only compete individually under a neutral banner due to ongoing concerns about their government's involvement in the Ukraine conflict. #Olympics #SportsPolitics #AthleteParticipation #BY #RU #UA

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IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus's athletes but Russians still barred
The IOC executive board released a statement saying that it "no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams.
The New York Times @nytimes.com Β· New York City πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Β· 18h

Netflix will broadcast the NFL's first regular season game from Australia during the opening week of the 2026 season, featuring the San Francisco 49ers versus the Los Angeles Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 10, as part of the league's global expansion efforts that include nine international games. #NFL #Streaming #SportsNews #AU #US #FR #BR #MX #ES #DE #GB

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Netflix will air NFL Week 1 game in Australia between 49ers, Rams: Sources
2025 NFL MVP Matt Stafford will open the 2026 season in Australia and on Netflix. Jane Gershovich / Getty Images Netflix will air the NFL's first-ever regular season game from Australia during the 2026 season's opening week, sources briefed on the move tell The Athletic.
BBC @bbc.com Β· London πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Β· 19h

The UFC's upcoming event at the White House, UFC Freedom 250, scheduled for June 14 to celebrate 250 years of American independence, will offer tickets costing around $1.5 million for "high rollers" while providing free access to 85,000 public attendees, featuring a main bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. #UFC #MMA #SportsEvents #US #GE #ES #BR #FR

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UFC Freedom 250: Why some White House event tickets could cost $1.5m
Some tickets for the UFC's one-of-a-kind event at the White House next month will cost around $1. 5m (Β£1. 1m), according to respected MMA journalist Ariel Helwani.