China pursues gold in global image by hosting Olympics
SHANGHAI: China warns almost daily against "politicising" this week's Beijing Olympics, but for its rulers, hosting the Games has always been about far more than sport and the medal count.
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Asian champions Al Hilal sign former Man Utd forward Ighalo
Former Manchester United striker Odion Ighalo has signed for reigning Asian champions Al Hilal, the Saudi Arabian club said on Sunday.
Daniil Medvedev escalated 'ridiculous' feud with rival: 'Can't take him seriously'
Medvedev knocked Greece's Tsitsipas out of the Australian Open on Friday to seal his place in the final. The Russian's 7-6 (5) 4-6 6-4 6-1 victory in the semi-final means he will face Rafael Nadal today. Sparks flew in Medvedev and Tsitsipas's match as the Russian accused his opponent's father Apostolos of coaching his son from the stands, which is not allowed. He unleashed a brutal rant at the umpire, screaming, "Are you stupid?" as he questioned his decision-making.
China's Weibo warns users about posting Winter Olympics content
SHANGHAI: Weibo, China's equivalent of Twitter, sent out messages to its users on Friday (Jan 28) warning them against posting any content from the upcoming Beijing Winter Olympics that belonged to broadcast rights holders or risk being blocked.
F1 2032: No need to wrap up warm!
In fact, let’s just go the whole hog and enjoy a winter warmer while we’re at it… and the future of the grand prix calendar fully supports this as the sport could well end up chasing the sun for the majority of the year.
Pereira keen on Everton job despite competition, fan backlash
Portuguese manager Vitor Pereira said he still wants to take charge of Everton following the sacking of Rafa Benitez, despite a backlash from some supporters over his potential appointment and reports Frank Lampard is also in the hunt.
Vitor Pereira: Everton managerial candidate gives interview during appointment process
Vitor Pereira has spoken out about his talks with Everton and says he does not take fan anger at his potential appointment as the club's next manager as «a personal attack».
Everton fans protest Vitor Pereira's appointment as manager - before he's taken the job
Premier League title race: Man City maintain healthy lead at top