Sport
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Gordon Banks: nation mourns humble hero of ’66
Legendary England goalkeeper Gordon Banks has died aged 81. Part of the team that won the 1966 World Cup, he was admired as much for his character off the pitch, as for his skill on it.
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Maroon 5 wows Super Bowl amid racism row
The Super Bowl halftime show is one of the biggest shows on Earth. But this year, the spectacle was almost overshadowed by controversy over the NFL’s response to anti-racism protests.
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Murray bows out in last ever match (or was it?)
Sir Andy Murray lost in the first round of the Australian Open yesterday after an epic five-set battle, which might spell the end for a career marked by determination and hard-won greatness.
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No way José: the special one gets the sack
Is Mourinho finished? Dropped points, player feuds and public outbursts: José Mourinho’s rocky reign at Manchester United has come to an end. Some say his best days are very much behind him.
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Humble hero voted UK’s favourite sportsman
How important is it to be modest? Cyclist Geraint Thomas has won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award. He has had an extraordinary year, but many are struck by his unassuming...
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Golden year: the England football revolution
Can it last? England’s win over Croatia this weekend capped a great year for the national side. The match symbolised the many ways England have evolved in 2018: here are the five biggest.
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Tiger’s redemption after years of disgrace
Are comebacks the greatest stories in the world? On Sunday, Tiger Woods won his first golf tournament since 2013, completing a remarkable return from injury and personal disgrace.
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Level up! UK’s first esports degree launched
Is it a waste of time? Students at Staffordshire University have begun studying for a controversial new degree in esports. Meanwhile, competitive gaming is becoming bigger than ever.
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Serena’s anger sparks row over sexism in tennis
Is Serena Williams a bad loser? Saturday’s US Open final descended into chaos after Williams launched a verbal tirade against the umpire. Tennis authorities have backed her claims of sexism.
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Farewell to England’s humble cricketing hero
Should we all be more like Alastair Cook? This week, the record-breaking cricketer will play one last game for England. Some say we can all learn something from the great batsman.
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France victorious as golden World Cup ends
Was this the best World Cup ever? France are the champions after beating Croatia. With great goals, controversy and superb individual displays, the final symbolised a memorable tournament.
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Not victorious... but happy and glorious
Can the warm glow last? England may have crashed out of the World Cup, but Gareth Southgate’s young lions have sparked a new-found patriotism that is surging across the nation.
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Heartbreak for England as Croatia clinch it
How disappointed should we be? After a nail-biting match, Croatia have made it to the World Cup final, defeating the Three Lions 2-1. For England fans, the dream is over for four more years.
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HurriKane vs Lucky Luka in Moscow showdown
Who is going to win tonight’s World Cup semi-final between England and Croatia? The answer may lie with the two captains, Harry Kane and Luka Modrić. And they have very different stories…
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The ‘tailor-made saviour’ of English football
How much credit should Southgate get for England’s success? The Three Lions have reached the semi-finals of the World Cup. And a classic English underdog is being heaped with praise.