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Tyson Fury 'plans to convince Deontay Wilder to step aside' from trilogy bout so he can face Joshua

Team Fury are said to be assessing options about whether the fighter can not face Wilder and instead provide the lucrative unification bout against WBA, WBO and IBF belt holder Anthony Joshua.




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Anthony Joshua names Fury and Wilder among the six boxers he wants to face before he retires

The 30-year-old, who holds the WBA, WBO and IBF belt, has his sights set on becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.




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Anthony Joshua's fight against Kubrat Pulev could take place in a Roman AMPHITHEATRE in Croatia

Joshua's first defence after regaining the IBF, WBA and WBO belts was scheduled to take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in June but it was scuppered by the coronavirus pandemic.




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Two Chinese boys drop dead as they run in PE lessons while wearing face masks

Li, 15, collapsed and died on April 24 after jogging in PE class while wearing a face mask. The other Chinese schoolboy, 14, reportedly died during a running exam whilst donning a mask.




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Ben Wallace warns China it has questions to answer over its handling of the coronavirus outbreak

The Defence Secretary reignited a war of words over whether China suppressed information about the virus which prevented other countries from taking steps to save more lives.




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Disneyland Shanghai to reopen on Monday with social distancing measures remaining in place

Walt Disney CEO Bob Chapek revealed Disneyland Shanghai (left) will reopen its gates on Monday, becoming the first Disney theme park to start operating again after COVID-19.




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China's 'spider-man cleaner' picks litter on a vertical cliff face with little protection

With a hardhat, a harness and a rope, these so-called 'spider-man cleaners' need to collect garbage left by visitors on dangerous cliff faces in Zhangjiajie, south-western China.




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Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy well placed for thrilling weekend at US Open

DEREK LAWRENSON AT PEBBLE BEACH: A thrilling weekend is in prospect at the US Open with Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy in contention behind leader Gary Woodland.




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Jo Konta knocks out No 3 seed Karolina Pliskova to seal place in US Open quarter-final

MIKE DICKSON IN NEW YORK: Hardly anyone walks tightrope of deciding sets as well as Jo Konta this year, and she successfully did so once again to make the last eight of the US Open.




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US Open: Rafael Nadal is taking nothing for granted as he prepares for a place in US Open final

Rafael Nadal is taking nothing for granted as he bids to close in on Roger Federer's grand-slam record. Nadal is chasing a fourth US Open title which would move him to within one major win.




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US Open 2019: Daniil Medvedev beats Grigor Dimitrov to book his place in final

MIKE DICKSON IN NEW YORK: The unbreachable defences of Medvedev have gained him the distinction of becoming the first of the younger generation in men's tennis to reach a Slam final.




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Meghan Markle and Anna Wintour look stony-faced at Wimbledon in 2016

A throwback snap shared by a royal fan account showed how Meghan, 38, and Dame Anna, 69, sat stony-faced and appeared not to talk while watching Serena Williams at Wimbledon 2016.




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Roger, Rafa and Novak's GOAT race: Who will win the fight to be tennis's Greatest of All Time? 

The Serb was just 16 years old when Federer claimed his first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in 2003 but now is on the verge of moving to within three Slam triumphs of the Swiss.




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London retains first place in Europe for investment crown while Manchester moves into global top 30

London kept second place globally and first in Europe in the annual chart, which measures the attractiveness of major cities around the world for real asset investing.




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Can Royal Mail get back on track? Union rows place dividend at risk 

Royal Mail is facing a pivotal year. Boss Rico Back is trying to roll out modern technology and shift its business model towards parcels, as the number of letters being sent continues to decline.




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Is it worth investing in Virgin Galactic shares and space stocks?

While the chances of being a space tourist is slim for most, the sector could provide investors with some opportunities.




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Four investing experts on how to face the coronavirus threat

Stock markets are in freefall as coronavirus threatens to tip the world into recession. The FTSE fell another 4 per cent yesterday, taking losses in the past three weeks to more than 30 per cent.




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TONY HETHERINGTON: Financial Conduct Authority is a disgrace and your £20k loss is proof

I looked for a safe investment and came across Wellesley & Co. I received a call, apparently from Wellesley but which turned out to be from a scammer. And I instructed my bank to transfer cash.




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Paul Gascoigne's genius display in forgotten friendly secured place in England's Italia '90 squad

Without a largely-forgotten friendly in front of 21,000 people at Wembley 30 years ago this weekend, there would have been no Italia '90 in the sense of Paul Gascoigne and England changing history.




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Tottenham join race to sign Barcelona midfielder Ivan Rakitic

Rakitic has been a key part of Barca's success since joining the club from Sevilla in 2014 but has been relegated to a supporting role this season after losing his place to Frenkie De Jong.




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Son Heung-min could miss Premier League's return to full training as he faces 14 days in quarantine

The 27-year-old, who has undertaken two separate fortnights in quarantine, is likely to have to self-isolate for another 14 days with the authorities tightening up measures for those jetting into the country.




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Tottenham 'join the race for Ryan Fraser' as Bournemouth star 'tells friends he wants move'

Always in the market for a bargain, Spurs are reportedly hopeful of securing a cut-price deal with Bournemouth before Fraser becomes a free agent when his contract expires in June.




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Kieran Trippier faces a BAN from football after being charged with breaching FA betting rules

England defender Kieran Trippier is facing a lengthy ban and a fine after being charged by the Football Association with breaching betting rules.




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'Nothing will ever replace how I felt at that moment': Leicester's title heroes four years on

The captain dragged across the kitchen floor by his ankles. The star striker tweeting a picture from the Lion King. The right-back in the garden, sobbing his eyes out. The night Leicester City won the title.




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Anthony Joshua's fight against Kubrat Pulev could take place in a Roman AMPHITHEATRE in Croatia

Joshua's first defence after regaining the IBF, WBA and WBO belts was scheduled to take place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in June but it was scuppered by the coronavirus pandemic.




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Tottenham 'lead the race to sign Thomas Meunier' with right-back free to leave PSG this summer

Despite announcing that his 'ambition was to stay at the club next season' earlier this week, PSG are intent on allowing Meunier's deal to run it's course, according to Le Parisien.




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Crystal Palace take down cringeworthy 'Friends Reunited' video to announce signing of James McCarthy

Crystal Palace tweeted a cringeworthy video to announce the £8million signing of James McCarthy from Everton. The clip shows James McArthur outside an internet cafe.




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Civil Aviation Authority braced to rescue Thomas Cook customers if £900m rescue deal collapses

The Civil Aviation Authority is readying contingencies, which could include having to repatriate thousands of customers if the travel agent goes bust during their holidays.




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Rafael Nadal accidentally hits ballgirl in the face before giving her a kiss at the Australian Open

The world number one had a scary moment during his round two victory over Argentina's Federico Delbonis in the second round.




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Barty shruggs off the hype as local hero targets place in final at the Australian Open

Ash Barty's face is all over Melbourne endorsing range of products as she moves towards becoming the first homegrown female champion at the Australian Open in 42 years.




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Nick Kyrgios delivers another ace with cheeky sledge after Australian Open loss to Rafael Nadal

In an extremely close match at Melbourne Park on Monday night, Nadal snatched victory in the final set tiebreaker despite Kyrgios being in form and serving 25 aces.




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Roger, Rafa and Novak's GOAT race: Who will win the fight to be tennis's Greatest of All Time? 

The Serb was just 16 years old when Federer claimed his first Grand Slam title at Wimbledon in 2003 but now is on the verge of moving to within three Slam triumphs of the Swiss.




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Brazil media brand World Cup 2014 hosts 'ridiculous' after Holland third-place play-off defeat

Brazil's third-place play-off against Holland on Saturday was a chance for a redemption following their jaw-dropping 7-1 semi-final humiliation to Germany.




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Newcastle's £300m Saudi-led takeover gathers pace as deposit to buy the club is paid

Sources have disclosed that cash has now exchanged hands - with the remainder of the balance due when the Premier League approves the change of ownership.




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Newcastle 'will target Mauricio Pochettino or Massimiliano Allegri' to replace Steve Bruce

According to ESPN, the club's new owners are looking to bring in a high-profile manager which will spell the end of Bruce's one-season stint at the club.




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Newcastle's £300m Saudi-led takeover faces more opposition from beIN Sports

English football's biggest overseas broadcast partner beIN Sports have reportedly urged the Premier League to block Newcastle's proposed takeover from the Saudi Arabian-led consortium.




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Newcastle United face fresh questions over human rights concerns

Newcastle United's Saudi Arabian takeover, led by Amanda Staveley, will face renewed scrutiny this week from the Premier League after further complaints from human rights activists.




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Newcastle will have to pay Tottenham £12.5m if they appoint Pochettino to replace Bruce this month

The manager was sacked in November and was paid the same fee in compensation, but part of the agreement means any club wishing to employ him within six months has to repay Spurs that amount.




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Romelu Lukaku apologises to former manager Steve Clarke after scoring Belgium brace

Romelu Lukaku last night apologised to former manager Steve Clarke after putting Scotland to the sword in Brussels. The Manchester United superstar struck twice in a 3-0 win.




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Newcastle 'aiming to bring in Roberto Martinez' to replace Rafa Benitez

According to The Sun , Magpies owner Mike Ashley is determined to land a manager with experience in the Premier League and Martinez fits that mould.




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Russia 1-4 Belgium: Eden Hazard hits brace as Roberto Martinez's side finish top of Group I

RUSSIA 1-4 BELGIUM: Eden Hazard scored a brace as Belgium beat Russia 4-1 away to ensure they will finish top of Euro 2020 qualifying Group I.




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England will face Denmark in March friendly at Wembley as Euro 2020 preparations take shape 

England will step up their preparations for Euro 2020 with a friendly against Denmark next March. The two sides will lock horns on March 31 at Wembley.




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Belgium 6-1 Cyprus: Kevin De Bruyne's brace maintains 100% record in Euro 2020 qualifying  

BELGIUM 6-1 CYPRUS The away side took a shock lead in the 14th minute through Ioannou before Crystal Palace striker hit back moments later from close range.




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Harry and Meghan face pressure to pay their £8million taxpayer-funded security bill

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are under increasing pressure to pay their own multi-million pound security bill as they prepare to finally cut their working ties with the Royal Family this week.




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The safest place in America: Point Roberts in Washington State is cut off from the rest of the US

Point Roberts in Washington State is located on the southern tip of a Canadian peninsula and so is not connected by land to mainland America. It has no coronavirus cases.




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NBA to sell face masks covered with team logos to raise money for food banks in the US and Canada

The NBA will begin selling team-emblazoned face coverings with proceeds going to food bank networks across the US and Canada. NBA partner Fanatics will make the masks.




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Photographer uses Zoom and FaceTime to capture images of people at home

Mikaël Theimer, who was born in Paris and now lives in Montreal, Canada, used Zoom, FaceTime and Facebook messenger to snap shots of people in their opulent homes amid the coronavirus pandemic.




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Canada Goose will buy coyote fur already in the market place for its $1000 parkas starting in 2022

Canada Goose, in a sustainability report planning for its future, says it won't buy coyote fur from trappers starting in 2022 as CEO Dani Reiss insists the company wasn't catering to activists.




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American Idol: Lionel Richie, 70, embraces working from home for first time as top 20 sing remotely

The 70-year-old singer embraced working from home as American Idol's top 20 performed remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic on Sunday's episode of the ABC show. 




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Justin Bieber dons a face mask during a rare outing with Hailey... while urging fans to 'stay safe' 

Justin Bieber returned to his roots amid the coronavirus pandemic by fleeing the U.S. to hunker down in Canada with wife Hailey.