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John Virgo's heartbreaking final hours before death after waking up in pain at 2.30am -- John Virgo's close friend has detailed his tragic final hours before his death aged 79, after...

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John Virgo's cause of death confirmed as wife pays tear-jerking tribute to snooker legend -- Snooker icon John Virgo has died aged 79, with tributes pouring in from Ronnie O'Sullivan,...

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Emma Raducanu pulls off epic comeback to dodge huge Transylvania Open upset vs world No.97 -- Emma Raducanu is into the Transylvania Open quarter-finals after coming from 5-0 down in the...

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Winter Olympians 'ordered to have manhoods measured' in penis cheating storm -- Concerns have been raised that some ski jumpers may be manipulating body measurements ahead of...

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World Cup 2026 predictions as England's fate decided under Thomas Tuchel

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England superfan spent £100,000 at nine World Cups and details best tips for 2026

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David Beckham owning Man Utd would be 'dream come true' as theory addressed

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Michael van Gerwen calls for Premier League Darts rule change as complaint launched

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Team GB forced to ditch 'illegal' Winter Olympics equipment as ban dents medal hopes

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Fredrik Moeller health update after Winter Olympic star airlifted from horror crash

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George Russell injured in F1 testing as Mercedes star provides immediate update

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Christian Horner breaks silence on F1 return in first message since Red Bull sack

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Lewis Hamilton 'dating Kim Kardashian' as she jets in to UK to spend night with him

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Two tennis players slapped with huge bans and fines after breaking corruption rules - Two players have been heavily punished by the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA).

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How to watch Man City vs Newcastle with Carabao Cup TV channel, live stream, radio details

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George Russell told us one thing this week that suggests Mercedes hype for F1 2026 is real

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Team GB tie rocked as Davis Cup star pulls out just 10 minutes before draw

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John Virgo's health reason for moving out from UK before death aged 79

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Winter Olympics ace Fredrik Moeller airlifted off slope as rescue helicopter rushes to aid

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How many kids did John Virgo have, who was his wife and why did he leave UK? -- Snooker is in mourning after the death of John Virgo at the age of 79 in Spain, just weeks after...

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Aryna Sabalenka stuns fans with huge life update after losing Australian Open final -- Aryna Sabalenka lost the Australian Open to Elena Rybakina but she may have something else to...

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Christian Horner makes Australian GP F1 paddock decision as flight to Melbourne booked -- The new Formula 1 season kicks off with the Australian Grand Prix in early March, when Christian...

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Coco Gauff suffers fresh rankings blow after Australian Open exit and outburst

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John McEnroe tells young fan 'go f*** yourself' in furious airport outburst

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Carlos Alcaraz has just obliterated Rafael Nadal record in Australian Open final win

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Ferrari face significant question mark over new F1 car as rival boss gives verdict -- Ferrari's 2026 car debuted last week, and a rival team boss is intrigued by the outcome.

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John Virgo's frame deduction, cold sweats and BBC strike during 'worst day of his life'

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Novak Djokovic returns to country he uprooted family to live in after Carlos Alcaraz blow

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Ronnie O'Sullivan issues heartbreaking John Virgo statement after tragic news of his death

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Devastated Stephen Hendry shares last moments with John Virgo in touching four-word remark

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John Virgo's classy five-word response to BBC decision that caused uproar -- The 'Voice of Snooker' John Virgo has passed away at the age of 79, and fans may remember his...

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Lewis Hamilton loses another key Ferrari ally after splitting from close partner -- Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari entourage has undergone another major shift.

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Andy Carroll accused of breaching non-molestation order against ex-wife Billi Mucklow -- Andy Carroll will face trial after being accused of breaching a non-molestation order.

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Jarrell Miller in embarrassing malfunction as boxer's hairpiece punched off in fight

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Boxing tonight: Start times in UK, live stream, TV channel and fight card in full

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Former British boxing champion jailed for sickening attacks on two women

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John Virgo made telling admission about iconic catchphrase he was 'always asked about' John Virgo has died aged 79 after years on the snooker circuit, first as a player and later as a...

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Adrian Newey says Aston Martin 'four months behind' and hints at likely poor F1 2026 start

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BBC release heartbreaking John Virgo statement as snooker legend dies aged 79

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John Virgo's final moments on BBC before death as snooker world left in mourning

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Lewis Hamilton's dream F1 event pushed back as bosses face 'offer they can't refuse'

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Paul Merson called out by Sky Sports host live on TV after Arsenal beat Chelsea

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John Virgo dead at 79 as tributes pour in for voice of snooker -- Snooker legend John Virgo has died at the age of 79.

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Winter Olympics: Jake Paul's WAG jets in as heartbreaking family announcement made -- Express Sport covers the latest Winter Olympics news ahead of Friday's opening ceremony at the...

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Winter Olympics schedule and reason Milano Cortina Games start before opening ceremony -- The full schedule of the Winter Olympics schedule has been confirmed.

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Paddy Pimblett shows true colours with Liverpool message after Justin Gaethje loss

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Paddy Pimblett immediately taken to hospital as health update issued after UFC 324

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Paddy Pimblett suspended from UFC after being rushed to hospital in Justin Gaethje defeat

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Chelsea star caught on camera crying on the pitch after Arsenal Carabao Cup loss -- The Blues failed to overturn the first-leg deficit at the Emirates Stadium.

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Arsenal player ratings vs Chelsea: One 4/10 and Gyokeres a ghost as Gunners make final

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Chelsea player ratings vs Arsenal: 7/10 star let down by team-mates as Cole Palmer blunted

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When is the Carabao Cup final? Full details as Arsenal beat Chelsea

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Winter Olympics U-Turn announced days before opening ceremony after late change 'granted'

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Gay dating app Grindr take drastic action for athletes in Winter Olympic village -- The 2026 Winter Games begin this week.

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ITV's A-list World Cup punditry line-up and 'plan to blow away BBC' -- It will not be long until people start debating the England line-up, but there will also be eyes...

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Bukayo Saka one of 11 players who could miss Arsenal vs Chelsea Carabao Cup clash tonight -- Arsenal face Chelsea in the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final tonight but both sides...

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Carabao Cup semi-final rules for Arsenal vs Chelsea and if there is extra time

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Tiger Woods' ex to compete at Winter Olympics despite being airlifted to hospital

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Rory McIlroy put on notice as Scottie Scheffler's caddie sends ominous warning

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Brooks Koepka and Amanda Balionis' awkward disagreement after return to PGA Tour

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Justin Rose's wife caused Rory McIlroy confusion as he closes in on huge £1.2m payday

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Tennis star who went viral for unique face tattoos refuses handshake and pic with opponent - After going viral during her Grand Slam debut at the Australian Open for some unique face...

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Managing Tottenham as Mateta finally seals transfer and Champions League winner joins

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How to watch Arsenal vs Chelsea for free - Carabao Cup TV channel and live stream

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Liverpool branded 'suckers' after forking out £60m for Jeremy Jacquet - 'Ridiculous'

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Williams reveal striking 2026 F1 car after skipping first pre-season test

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F1 stars say the same alarming thing about 2026 cars as fans sent ominous warning

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BBC risk being embarrassed by ITV at 2026 World Cup with announcement imminent

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Managing Liverpool as £87m transfer agreed and ruthless Salah decision made -- Liverpool have plenty of time to get themselves ready for the 2026/27 season.

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Mercedes announce eye-catching signing as full 2026 driver line-up confirmed -- Mercedes have confirmed an unexpected addition to their driver stable.

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Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka 'reject Wimbledon offer' as pay row escalates -- Many top players are still unhappy with the prize money on offer at Grand Slam events.

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Tributes pour in as cricketer who postponed wedding to play for England dies aged 67

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Emma Raducanu sticks neck out on line as ex-Wimbledon champ's reaction speaks volumes

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Norman Gifford dead: England cricket captain and legend dies aged 85 as tributes pour in

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Ben Stokes' England captaincy decided after humiliating Ashes defeat

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ANALYSIS - England Ashes player ratings as four 2/10s dished out in appalling Australia disaster

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Arsenal vs Chelsea extra-time and VAR rules for Carabao Cup semi-final -- Arsenal will host Chelsea in the second leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, with the Gunners...

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Tennis star retires suddenly after hitting himself in the face during match

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Novak Djokovic breaks two-year curse after Australian Open final defeat to Carlos Alcaraz

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Ferrari complete exciting signing amid hunt for new Lewis Hamilton ally

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Tottenham deadline-day transfer flies under the radar as player joins from Chelsea

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Lewis Hamilton 'splits from partner' as Kim Kardashian dating rumours emerge -- Lewis Hamilton is making plenty of changes ahead of the 2026 season.

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15 players Premier League clubs can still sign today including Real Madrid legend -- There is still plenty of incomings that could be done in the Premier League despite the transfer...

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Toto Wolff bats off George Russell statement as Mercedes boss sends warning to F1 star -- Toto Wolff and George Russell are being tipped for an exciting 2026 season.

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Arsenal can still do four deals in next 24 hours despite transfer window closing

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Man Utd's transfer for Bayern Munich star was scuppered by Red Devils manager being sacked

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OPINION - England have a rugby superstar ready to explode - this Six Nations will prove it

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ITV risk Six Nations fury with controversial plan to show adverts during matches

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Six Nations matched moved as reason emerges for strange kick-off off decision

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Liverpool can still do four deals in next 24 hours despite transfer window closing - Liverpool's transfer business might not yet be finished despite the window passing.

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F1 driver axed by team ahead of 2026 season handed lifeline days after terrible news

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Chelsea 'join Sandro Tonali transfer chase' with Arsenal and third Premier League giant

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Tottenham transfer news: Three deadline day deals sealed as Thomas Frank gets £60m boost

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OPINION - Man Utd can still do five deals in next 24 hours despite transfer window closing

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The Bellingham debate: Should he start for England at the World Cup 2026?

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Who do you think will win the World Cup? Have your say

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Late Arsenal and Liverpool statements as transfers collapse -- Deadline day came and went as Premier League clubs continue to announce transfers.

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Man United confirm double deal as transfers announced after deadline -- Manchester United had a quiet January transfer window but did confirm a double deal on deadline day

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Celtic eye move for ex-Liverpool star after Mikel Arteta admits transfer considered -- Former Liverpool star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain could sign for a new club as he continues to train...

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Arsenal agree last-minute double transfer and beat Newcastle to talented forward

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Liverpool announce £60m Jeremy Jacquet transfer with contract details as delay explained

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Man Utd confirm transfer move just seconds before January window slammed shut -- Manchester United confirmed a transfer just seconds before the 7pm deadline on Monday

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Arsenal 'strike transfer agreement' minutes before deadline to sign England talent

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Aston Martin sign F1 world champion with statement released on multi-year contract

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Sandro Tonali's agent breaks silence on Arsenal transfer and Newcastle stance on sale

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10 Premier League transfers in the works before deadline with Man Utd and Liverpool deals

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Sandro Tonali 'offered to Arsenal' as decision made on late Newcastle transfer -- Newcastle star Sandro Tonali is subject to late transfer interest from Arsenal.

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John McEnroe makes feelings clear on coaching Carlos Alcaraz after Australian Open win -- John McEnroe has commented on the possibility of joining Carlos Alcaraz's team.

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Justin Rose's incredible net worth now as Ryder Cup hero breaks £55million -- Justin Rose added to his career earnings with another impressive display on the golf course.

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Mikel Arteta confirms Arsenal transfer plans as Sandro Tonali and ex-Liverpool ace linked

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Four Man Utd players could leave today to fund blockbuster Michael Carrick transfer

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Liverpool's exciting new XI with Jacquet and Geertruida as three players leave - Liverpool could line up very differently at the start of the 2026/27 season.

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ITV forced to issue apology as Keir Starmer subjected to brutal chant from darts fans

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Carlos Alcaraz pulls out of tournament hours after banking £2m with Australian Open win

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Chelsea double transfer announcement as deadline day medical taking place

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Tottenham stance on signing Raheem Sterling and striking late hijack deal with Chelsea

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Luke Littler reacts to being named darts GOAT over Phil Taylor by Luke Humphries

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Emma Raducanu suffers rankings fall as Elena Rybakina makes strides after title win

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Novak Djokovic's ex-coach accuses seven-time Wimbledon winner of 'destroying my life' -- Goran Ivanisevic lost two Wimbledon finals to seven-time champion Pete Sampras before eventually...

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Australian Open plot rule change with talks set to drastically overhaul women's tennis -- A groundbreaking new rule could be introduced at next year's Australian Open.

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George Russell puts target on Max Verstappen's back with Mercedes F1 title declaration -- George Russell has spoken about his title chances after Mercedes' shakedown test in Barcelona.

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Managing Man Utd as Cole Palmer completes blockbuster move and Casemiro replacement found

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Novak Djokovic sparks divide after Australian Open heartache as duo block his path

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Carlos Alcaraz sets himself huge new target after historic Australian Open title -- Carlos Alcaraz has already decided what his next goal is after completing the Career Slam by...

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Arsenal 'pushing to sign Sandro Tonali' in blockbuster deadline day transfer

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Liverpool could announce two transfers today as Richard Hughes springs into action

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Tottenham transfer news: Attacker 'enquiry' made as Andy Robertson plan clear

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Jeremy Jacquet's reasons for snubbing Chelsea as Liverpool agree transfer hijack

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Lewis Hamilton's thoughts on Kanye West crystal clear as he 'starts dating Kim Kardashian' Lewis Hamilton made it clear exactly what he thought of Kanye West before reportedly dating his...

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Man City's first deadline day transfer decided with full Elliot Anderson agreement -- Manchester City have already signed Marc Guehi and Antoine Semenyo in the transfer window.

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Tottenham's first deadline day transfer decided as Premier League rival raided -- Tottenham are active on transfer deadline day in a bid to bolster Thomas Frank's squad.

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Arsenal's first deadline day transfer decided as emergency midfielder drafted in

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Liverpool's first deadline day transfer decided but Arne Slot must act fast

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OPINION - Man Utd's first deadline day transfer decided as Casemiro replacement found - Manchester United's first transfer has been decided on deadline day, with Michael Carrick...

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When does January transfer deadline day close and why has the date changed?

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Transfer news: Liverpool 'agree' personal terms, Arsenal plot loan, Man Utd exit

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Man Utd fans were delighted to complete last-gasp £38million transfer on deadline day

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Luke Littler wins World Masters for first time after thrilling Luke Humphries final

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Liverpool transfer deal for Lutsharel Geertruida 'takes twist' after green light

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Phil Mickelson 'family matter' forces LIV Golf decision as statement released

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Rafael Nadal replies to Novak Djokovic after emotional Australian Open tribute -- Rafael Nadal has sent a message to Novak Djokovic after the Serb mentioned the Spaniard during...

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Iconic football stadium destroyed by storm as one end of pitch completely wrecked -- The venue has previously hosted European Championship matches.

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OPINION - Man Utd have four new undroppables alongside Bruno Fernandes after Fulham comeback win - Manchester United under Michael Carrick are taking serious shape with three wins from three.

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Man Utd player ratings vs Fulham: Casemiro gets 8/10 as Sesko saves Red Devils

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Novak Djokovic's speech in full with retirement hint and Rafael Nadal message

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What Novak Djokovic told Carlos Alcaraz in private moment after Australian Open final -- Carlos Alcaraz became the youngest man to complete the career Grand Slam as he was crowned the...

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Carlos Alcaraz 'writes retirement message' on TV camera after winning final

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Novak Djokovic sends 'weird' message to Rafael Nadal after losing Australian Open final

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Novak Djokovic 'bitter' and reveals plan to recover from devastating Carlos Alcaraz loss

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Carlos Alcaraz sends perfect message to Novak Djokovic after winning Australian Open

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Novak Djokovic drops retirement hint minutes after losing Australian Open final -- Novak Djokovic's dreams of winning a 25th Grand Slam were once again crushed by Carlos Alcaraz...

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Lewis Hamilton Ferrari F1 championship vow speaks volumes after impressive pre-season test -- Lewis Hamilton's comments about succeeding with Ferrari are more pertinent following recent...

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Judd Trump crushes Shaun Murphy in £100k German Masters snooker final -- Judd Trump and Shaun Murphy went head-to-head in the German Masters snooker final.

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Novak Djokovic offers Rafael Nadal to replace him in Australian Open final

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OPINION - Arsenal have secret weapon over Premier League title rivals after Leeds win

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