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‘Good to be alive’: Japanese swimmer Rikako Ikee’s remarkable journey from illness to the Olympics
When Japanese swimmer Rikako Ikee lines up for her legs in the Olympic relays, it will be an emotional moment for both her and the legions of fans in Japan and abroad that have watched her fight back from leukemia…. Read More ›
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Federer, Osaka among headliners at upcoming U.S. Open
Roger Federer, who withdrew from the Olympics because of a knee injury, and Naomi Osaka, who skipped Wimbledon and withdrew from the French Open because of mental health concerns, are both in the singles fields for the U.S. Open. *… Read More ›
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Christine Sinclair scores as Canada opens Olympic tournament with draw vs. Japan
After more than a year of pandemic delays, Canada’s women’s soccer team kicked off its Olympic tournament with a 1-1 draw against host Japan. * This article was originally published here
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MLB’s 1st all-female broadcast crew calls Rays’ win over Orioles
For the first time in Major League Baseball history, an all-female announcing crew called a game as the Tampa Bay Rays played the Baltimore Orioles. * This article was originally published here
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Seattle Kraken NHL expansion draft: Rules, format, available players
Everything you need to know ahead of Wednesday’s expansion draft. * This article was originally published here
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Everton sign Andros Townsend on a two-year deal after Crystal Palace contract expires
Everton have signed former England winger Andros Townsend on a two-year deal after his contract expires at Crystal Palace. * This article was originally published here
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Brentford sign Nigeria midfielder Frank Onyeka from FC Midtjylland
Brentford make their first Premier League signing by bringing in midfielder Frank Onyeka from FC Midtjylland. * This article was originally published here
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