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The Indiana Fever face the Chicago Sky tonight in a crucial WNBA matchup. Both teams are vying for playoff positions, with the Fever ranked seventh and the Sky eighth. The game will be broadcast at 7:30 p.m. ET on ION, marking their final regular season meeting.
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Cyclist Matt Richardson has announced his switch from representing Australia to Great Britain, following a successful Olympic campaign in Paris. The 25-year-old, who won three medals for Australia, expressed excitement about pursuing his cycling career under the guidance of Sir Jason Kenny. His decision has sparked mixed reactions from the Australian cycling community.
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The Paris 2024 Paralympic Games commenced on August 28, featuring 4,400 athletes from 168 nations. The opening ceremony showcased athletes parading through iconic Parisian landmarks, with competitions starting on August 29 across various sports, including swimming and cycling. The Games will run until September 8.
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Lydia Ko secured her first major title in eight years by winning the Women's British Open at St. Andrews, just weeks after claiming Olympic gold in Paris. Ko finished with a 3-under-par 69, totaling 7-under for the tournament, defeating top competitors including Nelly Korda and Lilia Vu.
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At the recent Diamond League meet, Jakob Ingebrigtsen shattered the 3,000m world record, clocking 7:17.55, while Armand Duplantis set a new pole vault record at 6.26m. Meanwhile, British Paralympians faced tough competition, with Sophie Hahn and Thomas Young finishing outside medal positions in their events.
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Michael Palfrey, an Australian swimming coach, has been dismissed after expressing support for South Korean swimmer Kim Woo-min ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics. His comments, deemed 'un-Australian' by officials, led to a breach of contract and significant backlash from the Australian swimming community.
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Rebecca Cheptegei, a Ugandan marathon runner, has died after being set on fire by her boyfriend in Kenya. The 33-year-old athlete suffered severe burns during a domestic dispute and succumbed to her injuries four days later. Her death highlights ongoing issues of domestic violence against female athletes in the region.
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Jordan Chiles, the U.S. gymnast stripped of her bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics, has filed an appeal in Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court. The Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled against her after a late appeal from Romanian gymnast Ana Barbosu. Chiles argues the process was unfair and has video evidence to support her case.
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The Paris 2024 Paralympics concluded with a vibrant closing ceremony at Stade de France, celebrating inclusivity and athletic excellence. Great Britain secured 124 medals, while organizers emphasized the need for societal change beyond sports. The event set a high standard for future Paralympics, particularly for Los Angeles 2028.
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India will compete against China in the Asian Champions Trophy final on September 17, 2024, aiming for their fifth title. India defeated South Korea 4-1 in the semifinals, while China advanced after a penalty shootout win over Pakistan. The match will take place at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, China.