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Qin Haiyang of China sets a world record in the men's 200-meter breaststroke at world championships

Qin Haiyang of China sets a world record in the men's 200-meter breaststroke at world championships

FUKUOKA, Japan (AP) — Qin Haiyang of China set a world record in the men's 200-meter breaststroke at the swimming world championships on Friday, winning the gold medal in 2 minutes, 05.48 seconds.
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Several stars at the Women's World Cup honed their skills with US collegiate teams

Several stars at the Women's World Cup honed their skills with US collegiate teams

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Christine Sinclair. Megan Rapinoe. Sarina Bolden. Like many players in the Women’s World Cup , all three stars built their skills at the U.S. collegiate level.
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After making headlines over lack of media access, Canada adds World Cup availability

After making headlines over lack of media access, Canada adds World Cup availability

MELBOURNE, Australia — A day after making headlines for lack of media access at the FIFA Women's World Cup, Canada Soccer scheduled a player availability for Saturday.
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Miguel Angel Jimenez takes 1st-round lead at the Senior British Open

Miguel Angel Jimenez takes 1st-round lead at the Senior British Open

BRIDGEND, Wales (AP) — Miguel Angel Jimenez shot a 5-under 66 to take the first-round lead at the Senior British Open on Thursday, five years after he became the first Spaniard to win the tournament.
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Paula Reto leads Evian Championship after 1st round, Henderson five back

Paula Reto leads Evian Championship after 1st round, Henderson five back

EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France (AP) — Paula Reto had eight birdies as she carded a 7-under 64 to take a surprise first-round lead at the Évian Championship on Thursday.
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Lee Hodges has first-round lead in 3M Open, Canada's Svensson three back

Lee Hodges has first-round lead in 3M Open, Canada's Svensson three back

BLAINE, Minn. (AP) — Lee Hodges got off to a good start in his bid to make the FedEx Cup playoffs, shooting an 8-under 63 on Thursday for a one-stroke lead in the first round of the 3M Open.
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Sho-no: Ohtani not pitching in Toronto disappoints Blue Jays fans

Sho-no: Ohtani not pitching in Toronto disappoints Blue Jays fans

TORONTO — For months Cory Gosselin was looking forward to seeing Shohei Ohtani, a generational baseball talent, pitch in person.
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Ottawa Senators sign winger Vladimir Tarasenko to one-year, US$5M contract

Ottawa Senators sign winger Vladimir Tarasenko to one-year, US$5M contract

OTTAWA — The Ottawa Senators signed winger Vladimir Tarasenko to a one-year contract worth US$5 million on Thursday. Tarasenko, 31, is a six-time 30-goal scorer in the NHL.
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Davis still a Ticat after failed physical voids trade to Calgary Stampeders

Davis still a Ticat after failed physical voids trade to Calgary Stampeders

Ja'Gared Davis is still a Hamilton Tiger-Cat. Hamilton dealt the veteran defensive lineman to the Calgary Stampeders on Tuesday. But the deal was voided Thursday after Davis failed his physical.
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Warner, LePage compete in discus at Canadian championships as preparation for worlds

Warner, LePage compete in discus at Canadian championships as preparation for worlds

LANGLEY, B.C. — Damian Warner is a fan of blue tracks. The colour, he said, reminds him of the early stages of his career. "I always enjoy blue tracks," he said. "My first-ever big competition was at a blue track in 2009.
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