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Underdog Mexico hopes for “quinto partido” but face Brazil

SAMARA, Russia — The elusive “quinto partido” is fueling Mexico ahead of its daunting knockout round opener against…

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So much is different for Andy Murray at Wimbledon this time

LONDON — Everything’s changed for Andy Murray at Wimbledon this time. A two-time champion at the All England…

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Larson wins NASCAR Xfinity race at Chicagoland Speedway

JOLIET, Ill.  — Once Kyle Larson got to the top of the track, it was all over. Larson…

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Happ pitches 8 1/3 innings as Blue Jays beat Braves 5-4

TORONTO — The better J.A. Happ pitches for the Toronto Blue Jays, the better the chance he finishes…

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Rising Tide: Collin Sexton to begin pro career in NBA draft

NEW YORK — Collin Sexton isn’t asking for much. All the point guard wants out of Thursday’s NBA…

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Fletcher’s bat helps Arkansas beat Red Raiders 7-4 at CWS

OMAHA, Neb.  — Dominic Fletcher was a freshman All-American in 2017 and so impressive in the fall practices…

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Friendly competition drives Hills during track

Meridian High School defensive line coach Demetrius Hill has been around football — and sports in general — long…

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Newcomb, Culberson power Atlanta Braves past San Diego Padres

ATLANTA  — Sean Newcomb is maturing quickly in his second full season in the majors. “I think I’m…

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Johnson in 4-way tie after day of survival at US Open

SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y.  — Dustin Johnson at least gets one more round to try to redeem himself in the…

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Owners say Triple Crown winner Justify will race again

NEW YORK  — Triple Crown winner Justify will get a well-deserved break and then race again this year,…