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Nick Kyrgios "bored" during victory over Sam Querrey
Controversial tennis star Nick Kyrgios says that he was "bored" during his meeting with Sam Querrey in Shanghai, which he puts down to fatigue.Oct 11, 15:08
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Jonny Evans: 'Northern Ireland must be near perfect against Germany'
Jonny Evans admits that Northern Ireland will be relying on rare counter-attacks to pick up a result against Germany in Hannover this evening.Oct 11, 11:51
Novak Djokovic marks return with comprehensive victory over Fabio Fognini
Novak Djokovic beats Fabio Fognini 6-3 6-3 in the second round of the Shanghai Masters to set up a potential last-16 tie with Grigor Dimitrov.Oct 11, 11:39
Phil Neville 'rejects coaching role with Aston Villa'
Former Valencia coach Phil Neville is said to have rejected the chance to join Aston Villa's new backroom staff, as he seeks to become a manager in his own right.Oct 11, 11:23
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John Terry: 'Wayne Rooney deserves far more respect'
John Terry describes Wayne Rooney as a "legend" of English football who deserves "more respect" from supporters, days after being jeered by his own fans at Wembley.Oct 11, 11:12
Chelsea 'have no plans to sell defender Andreas Christensen'
Rumoured Barcelona target Andreas Christensen will not be put up for sale next summer and will instead be integrated into Chelsea's first-team squad, a report claims.Oct 11, 10:57
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Cristiano Ronaldo 'mocks' Rio Ferdinand over fitness regime
Real Madrid superstar Cristiano Ronaldo pokes fun at former Manchester United teammate Rio Ferdinand on Instagram.Oct 11, 10:45
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Louis Smith facing potential suspension by British Gymnastics
Louis Smith faces "suspension or expulsion" from gymnastics after footage emerged of the four-time Olympic medallist appearing to mock Islam.Oct 11, 10:32
Jurgen Klinsmann: Bob Bradley 'jockeying' claims "simply not true"
Jurgen Klinsmann insists that he did not undermine Bob Bradley while the now-Swansea City boss was in charge of the USA.Oct 11, 10:20
Manchester United interested in Valencia youngster Fran Villalba?
Fran Villalba, who broke into Valencia's first team under Gary Neville but has since been unable to hold down a regular place, is reportedly wanted by Manchester United.Oct 11, 10:08
Gokhan Tore 'ruled out for up to five weeks through injury'
A report claims that West Ham United loanee Gokhan Tore has picked up a thigh injury which will keep him out for at least a month, adding to the Hammers' injury woes.Oct 11, 09:55
Manchester City 'close in on Celtic youngster Karamoko Dembele'
Karamoko Dembele is a rumoured target for Manchester City, who have reportedly been tracking the Celtic teen for a number of months and are preparing to make an offer.Oct 11, 09:43
Heather Watson powers into second round of Hong Kong Tennis Open
British number two Heather Watson is made to work hard for her place in the second round of the Hong Kong Tennis Open by qualifier Marina Erakovic.Oct 11, 09:31
Former Leeds United defender Sol Bamba joins Cardiff City
Former Leeds United captain Sol Bamba ends his short exile from football by linking up with Championship rivals Cardiff City as a free agent.Oct 11, 09:15
Report: Paris Saint-Germain to launch £200m Neymar bid next summer
A report claims that Paris Saint-Germain will return with a second transfer offer for Barcelona's Neymar next summer, which could be worth in excess of £200m.Oct 11, 09:03
UFC star Conor McGregor given community service following Nate Diaz confrontation
Conor McGregor is punished for his part in a bottle-throwing incident with Nate Diaz ahead of their UFC 202 fight in August.Oct 11, 08:50
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Mike Brown defends Eddie Jones's high-intensity training camp
England vice-captain Mike Brown claims that the high-intensity sessions laid on by Eddie Jones are needed, as it leaves each player in a "good place" physically.Oct 11, 08:38
Chris Sutton: 'Gordon Strachan no longer wants Scotland job'
Chris Sutton insists that Scotland players and fans alike are beginning to turn against Gordon Strachan, who he believes has lost interest in the managerial job.Oct 11, 08:26
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Georginio Wijnaldum doubtful for Manchester United clash
Georginio Wijnaldum could miss Liverpool's crunch Premier League clash with rivals Manchester United due to a hamstring injury picked up on international duty.Oct 11, 08:13
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Wales held at home to Georgia on frustrating night at Cardiff City Stadium
Tornike Okriashvili cancels out Gareth Bale's early opener to earn Georgia a surprise 1-1 draw against Wales at the Cardiff City Stadium.Oct 9, 17:53
Live Commentary: Wales 1-1 Georgia - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Wales's 1-1 draw with Georgia, as the Dragons dropped two vital Group D points on home soil.Oct 9, 15:00
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New Zealand trail India by 529 runs in Indore
India reach 557-5 in the final Test meeting with New Zealand in Indore before bringing in their opponents to bat, with the Black Caps ending play on 28-0.Oct 9, 11:57
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Trainer: 'Tyson Fury will resume boxing career next year'
World heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is currently on a "self-destruct mission" but will soon be back training, according to uncle and trainer Peter Fury.Oct 9, 11:44
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Mercedes lodge appeal to FIA over 'erratic' Max Verstappen driving
Max Verstappen's driving to hold off Lewis Hamilton at the Japanese Grand Prix was 'erratic and dangerous', according to Mercedes who have lodged an appeal with the FIA.Oct 9, 11:29
West Ham United players 'take on extra training sessions'
West Ham United's underperforming players are put through their paces with additional training sessions laid on by manager Slaven Bilic, a report claims.Oct 9, 11:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fseamus-coleman.jpg "Everton full-back Seamus Coleman in action during his side's 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace at Goodison Park on September 30, 2016")
Jose Mourinho 'wants Everton's Seamus Coleman at Old Trafford'
A report claims that Seamus Coleman is a £16m target for Manchester United, although current club Everton will likely be reluctant to sell the right-back.Oct 9, 11:07
Steve Bruce confirms Aston Villa talks over vacant managerial job
Former Hull City boss Steve Bruce is hopeful of being named as Aston Villa's new manager after holding talks with the Championship outfit.Oct 9, 10:53
Tottenham Hotspur 'monitoring Lyon defender Emanuel Mammana'
Lyon defender Emmanuel Mammana is wanted by a number of European clubs, with Tottenham Hotspur said to be among those to have shown an interest in the youngster.Oct 9, 10:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fjohanna-konta.jpg "Johanna Konta of Britain hits a return to Agnieszka Radwanska of Poland at the China Open on October 9, 2016")
Johanna Konta suffers defeat to Agnieszka Radwanska in China Open final
Britain's Johanna Konta loses the China Open final to Agnieszka Radwanska in straight sets.Oct 9, 10:20
Julian Draxler to leave Wolfsburg at end of season
Agent Fabio Parisi announces that Julian Draxler recently held talks with both Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain, with the winger certain to depart next summer.Oct 9, 10:15
Report: Juan Mata to sign new four-year Manchester United deal
A report claims that Jose Mourinho has been so impressed by Juan Mata's form this season that he is to offer the Spaniard a new four-year contract at Old Trafford.Oct 9, 10:01
Kyle Edmund sees off Dusan Lajovic in Shanghai Masters qualifier
Kyle Edmund beats Dusan Lajovic 6-4 2-6 6-3 to progress through to the main draw of the Shanghai Masters.Oct 9, 09:51
Timothy Fosu-Mensah in line for new Manchester United deal?
A report claims that Timothy Fosu-Mensah has agreed to sign a new four-year deal at Manchester United, worth around £25,000 a week.Oct 9, 09:38
Chelsea ace Andreas Christensen a £20m target for Barcelona?
Barcelona are reportedly looking to bring Andreas Christensen to Camp Nou as early as January after the Chelsea youngster impressed in a recent Champions League tie.Oct 9, 09:24
Football Association 'distance themselves' from Roberto Mancini appointment
It is claimed that Roberto Mancini was not invited to the Royal Box at Wembley for England's meeting with Malta, despite reports to the contrary.Oct 9, 09:12
Liverpool 'ready to offer midfielder Philippe Coutinho new deal'
Philippe Coutinho is to be offered improved terms at Liverpool to put an end to speculation over his future, according to a report.Oct 9, 08:58
Report: Derby County close to Chris Powell appointment
A report claims that Chris Powell is to be named as Nigel Pearson's successor at Derby County, as the Rams look to make a smooth managerial transition.Oct 9, 08:46
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fjoe-hart.jpg "Joe Hart in action during England training on October 4, 2016")
Joe Hart: 'Pep Guardiola didn't have enough faith in me'
England international Joe Hart admits that some people 'probably think he's absolutely useless' as he opens up on his loan move from Manchester City to Torino.Oct 9, 08:34
Lewis Hamilton's title hopes falter, Mercedes win constructors' championship
Lewis Hamilton recovers to finish in third at the Japanese Grand Prix but is now 33 points behind Mercedes teammate Nico Rosberg in the drivers' standings.Oct 9, 08:15
Martin O'Neill unconcerned by underwhelming Republic of Ireland performance
Martin O'Neill insists that performances like the one produced by Republic of Ireland when being pushed all the way by Georgia are part and parcel of football.Oct 8, 17:59
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