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Wild shock for Medvedev, Djokovic accused of fanning political flames

Wild shock for Medvedev, Djokovic accused of fanning political flames

Swallows lodge official protest over anomalies in voting counts

Joshua regrets failure to knock out Franklin after points win

Bafana claim hard-fought win, earn AFCON spot

Selialia is new regional rugby outfit boss

LNOC not impressed with Tau conduct

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Murray expects Russians, Belarusians at Wimbledon this year

Khatala fails to finish Sevilla Marathon

Lebopo, Bohosi prepare for Nedbank Marathon

Former SA midfielder John Moeti dies aged 55

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DIFA urges teams to observe transfer window period

Jelusic gears for Zambia clash

Rabale nominated for SA player of the year award

Premier League kick off times change

Fighting Proteas force draw in final test

Bucs eye return to winning ways against City

Argentina win World Cup after beating France in penalty shootout

France end Morocco’s World Cup dream

Messi confirms retirement

Messi helps Argentina to the finals, 3-0 victory

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Croatia surprising again

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Flags and chants across the streets of Casablanca

TRACKING FUTURE GOATS – Mbappe leading the way

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Brazil, Argentina target blockbuster semifinal

Portugal young gun Ramos faces tough test from wily Saiss

France brace for England showdown in World Cup quarters

Trippier: We must be aware of 'fantastic' Griezmann

Brazil thrill to earn quarterfinal against Croatia

Mbappe shines, England cruise

Neymar close to World Cup return

Mature tactics help Japan grow up at World Cup

Dutch can overcome strong US threat, says in-demand Van Gaal

Likuena to camp in SA

Teams to observe moment of silence for the late Mochini

Atlas Lions frustrate Modric in Group F opener

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